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Event: WP 103     
Date:   May 04, 2024





180 cm
38 yrs
158 lbs



178 cm
33 yrs
171 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 24 losses; Bjj Catch Wrestler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 90 wins and 59 losses; Bogdan Kersikov!
The judges for this bout are Chris Edwards, Andrew Berry and Donald Grub.


The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Catch Wrestler shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Catch Wrestler has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Kersikov fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Kersikov fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Catch Wrestler fails with a takedown attempt.
Catch Wrestler throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Kersikov's waist but Kersikov gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Catch Wrestler off to one side.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bjj Catch Wrestler. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kersikov looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Catch Wrestler is fending him off so far but Kersikov persists. Nope, Catch Wrestler circles away and we're back to standing.#TD#
Catch Wrestler looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Catch Wrestler (2) vs (0) Kersikov
Kersikov is controlling Catch Wrestler's position as best he can from this difficult position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Catch Wrestler wants to take a breather but Kersikov is having none of it.
Catch Wrestler controlling the pace. #T1#
Catch Wrestler wants to control but Kersikov is keeping him busy.
Catch Wrestler wants to free his trapped foot but Kersikov is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Catch Wrestler is working hard here to advance position.#SUB#
Catch Wrestler 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.
Catch Wrestler is figuring out what he wants to do next.#T2#
Catch Wrestler is looking to take a break and control but Kersikov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T3#
Catch Wrestler content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Kersikov is staying active underneath Catch Wrestler, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Kersikov keeping control of the position.
Catch Wrestler looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T4#
Catch Wrestler trying to control the action but Kersikov is working from the bottom.
Kersikov 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.
Kersikov wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Catch Wrestler is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Kersikov is just riding it out for now. Catch Wrestler eventually gives up the hold.
Kersikov is holding on to half guard well.#T5##SUB#
Catch Wrestler wants to work for an arm triangle but Kersikov is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Kersikov is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Catch Wrestler jumps into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Catch Wrestler (5) vs (0) Kersikov
Catch Wrestler trying to control the action but Kersikov is working from the bottom.
Catch Wrestler tries to advance to mount but Kersikov denies him. #T6#
Kersikov manages to get back to half guard.
Kersikov is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Catch Wrestler's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Catch Wrestler's back!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Catch Wrestler (5) vs (4) Kersikov
Catch Wrestler trying to control the action but Kersikov just sinks the hooks in.
Kersikov is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Kersikov's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T7#
Catch Wrestler is in bad spot here.
Kersikov is riding his opponent, not letting Catch Wrestler buck him off.
Catch Wrestler rolls, trying to escape but Kersikov keeps control of the position.
What can Catch Wrestler do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Catch Wrestler looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment. #T8#
Catch Wrestler is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Kersikov is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Kersikov really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Catch Wrestler rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done. #T9#
Kersikov is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Catch Wrestler has a hand on Kersikov's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Kersikov takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!
Score +3 for passing guard: Catch Wrestler (5) vs (7) Kersikov
Catch Wrestler is desperately trying to improve his position but Kersikov has a good base and remains in mount.#T10#
Catch Wrestler gets back to half guard.
Catch Wrestler tries to get to full guard but Kersikov has control of the leg.
Kersikov wants to pass to mount but Catch Wrestler is defending the position. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Catch Wrestler looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T11#
Kersikov passes into side control, despite Catch Wrestler's attempt to control the position.
Score +3 for passing guard: Catch Wrestler (5) vs (10) Kersikov
Kersikov staying calm.
Catch Wrestler is trying to control Kersikov's posture but Kersikov avoids it. #T12#
Kersikov content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Catch Wrestler wants to control but Kersikov postures up.
Kersikov controlling from side mount. #T13#
Catch Wrestler sneaks back into half guard.
Catch Wrestler keeping control of the position. #T14#
Kersikov stalling.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Catch Wrestler is trying to get back to full guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kersikov wins on points by 10 to 5.
An out of breath Bogdan Kersikov thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

 

Event: WP 102     
Date:   May 01, 2024





180 cm
38 yrs
158 lbs



170 cm
45 yrs
162 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 23 losses; Bjj Catch Wrestler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 97 wins and 59 losses; Xavier Merlin!
The judges for this bout are Richard Clark, Steven Brown and Paul Tew.


Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2#
Merlin closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Catch Wrestler (0) vs (4) Merlin
Catch Wrestler looking for a sweep but Merlin has passed into full mount! Oh no!
Score +2 for reaching mount: Catch Wrestler (0) vs (6) Merlin
Merlin takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Catch Wrestler can't escape the position.
Merlin tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Catch Wrestler really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Merlin controlling from mount. #T1#
Catch Wrestler tries to hold on but Merlin pushes him away.
Catch Wrestler really trying hard to get back to half guard here. #T2#
Catch Wrestler is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Merlin takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Catch Wrestler really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Catch Wrestler tries to hold on but Merlin pushes him away.
Catch Wrestler working to try and regain half guard.
Merlin looking to control and managing it successfully. #T3#
Merlin prevents Catch Wrestler from getting the reversal.
Merlin trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Catch Wrestler is in all sorts of trouble here.
Catch Wrestler is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T4#
Merlin tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Catch Wrestler tries to hold on but Merlin pushes him away.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Catch Wrestler working to try and regain half guard.
Catch Wrestler gets back to half guard.
Merlin with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Merlin is thwarting Catch Wrestler's attempts to control the position.#T5#
Merlin trying to mount his opponent but Catch Wrestler defends it.
Catch Wrestler tries to get to full guard but Merlin has control of the leg. #T6#
Merlin is looking to advance position but Catch Wrestler won't allow it.
Merlin perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Catch Wrestler wants to get back to full guard but Merlin has mounted him!
Score +3 for passing guard: Catch Wrestler (0) vs (9) Merlin
My spies in KFA inform me that Merlin has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Merlin tries to control but Catch Wrestler wriggling away.
Catch Wrestler is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Catch Wrestler bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Catch Wrestler (2) vs (9) Merlin#T7#
Merlin keeping moving, preventing Catch Wrestler from controlling successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Merlin pulls Catch Wrestler in to control the position.
Catch Wrestler tries to free his leg and advance position but Merlin is retaining full guard.
Catch Wrestler 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.
Merlin is trying to control the position but Catch Wrestler postures up. #T8#
Catch Wrestler trying to control but Merlin is working from the bottom.
Catch Wrestler looking to sit in guard and control but Merlin gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Catch Wrestler (2) vs (11) Merlin
Merlin tries to free his leg and advance position but Catch Wrestler is retaining full guard.
Merlin not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Catch Wrestler is trying to control the position from the bottom. #T9#
Merlin trying to control but Catch Wrestler is working from the bottom.
Catch Wrestler looking to control.
Catch Wrestler can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Merlin controls the pace.#SUB#
Catch Wrestler looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #T10#
Merlin stands and throws Catch Wrestler's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Catch Wrestler (2) vs (14) Merlin
Catch Wrestler is not content to let Merlin control the position.
Merlin is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.#T11#
Merlin tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it. #T12#
Catch Wrestler is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Catch Wrestler is pressing down on Merlin's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Merlin wants to control from the top but Catch Wrestler keeps moving.
Catch Wrestler 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#
Catch Wrestler throws his legs up looking for a submission but Merlin uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Catch Wrestler (2) vs (17) Merlin
Catch Wrestler is trying to get back to half guard.#T13#
Merlin advances to mount.
Score +2 for reaching mount: Catch Wrestler (2) vs (19) Merlin
Catch Wrestler tries to hold on but Merlin pushes him away.
Merlin controlling the pace for now.
Catch Wrestler is looking to improve his position but Merlin isn't that keen on the idea.
Merlin looking to control and managing it successfully. #T14#
Catch Wrestler is wriggling around trying to escape.
Catch Wrestler wants to control but Merlin is having none of it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Merlin controlling his opponent.
Catch Wrestler tries to reverse the position but Merlin maintains control.

And that's the end of the fight!
Merlin wins on points by 19 to 2.
Our winner, Xavier Merlin, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

 

Event: WP 100     
Date:   Apr 24, 2024





185 cm
46 yrs
185 lbs



180 cm
38 yrs
158 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 64 wins and 73 losses; Shane MacGowan! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 22 losses; Bjj Catch Wrestler!
The judges for this bout are Phil Schofield, James Atkins and Donald Grub.


Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Catch Wrestler has a takedown stuffed.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Horrible takedown attempt by Catch Wrestler or perhaps it was just good defense by MacGowan, which made it look bad.
Catch Wrestler fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Shane MacGowan has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bjj Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler shoots in for a double leg but MacGowan sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Catch Wrestler shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Catch Wrestler.
Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: MacGowan (0) vs (4) Catch Wrestler
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
MacGowan is trying to get back to half guard.
MacGowan wants to control but Catch Wrestler postures up.
Catch Wrestler wants to lay and pray for a moment but MacGowan keeps working.
MacGowan sneaks back into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Catch Wrestler is trying to control. MacGowan wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
MacGowan 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.
MacGowan keeping hold of Catch Wrestler's head, controlling as best he can.
MacGowan is refusing to be controlled, as Catch Wrestler sits in half guard. #T1##SUB2#
Catch Wrestler seems to be looking for submissions.
MacGowan tries to roll over but Catch Wrestler keeps him under control.
MacGowan is trying to control but Catch Wrestler passes into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: MacGowan (0) vs (7) Catch Wrestler
MacGowan struggling a bit here.
Catch Wrestler wants to control but MacGowan is keeping him busy.
MacGowan isn't going anywhere.#T2#
MacGowan is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Catch Wrestler's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
MacGowan keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
MacGowan tries to roll over but Catch Wrestler keeps him under control.
MacGowan trying to control here.
MacGowan manages to get to full guard.
Catch Wrestler is stalling in the full guard. #T3#
Catch Wrestler trying to control the position from guard on top but MacGowan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
MacGowan working a defensive guard here.
MacGowan pulls Catch Wrestler in close to prevent any damage.
Catch Wrestler looking to sit in guard and control but MacGowan gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: MacGowan (2) vs (7) Catch Wrestler
MacGowan pushing down on Catch Wrestler's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB#
MacGowan 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. #T4##SUB#
MacGowan 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.
Catch Wrestler makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler keeping moving, preventing MacGowan from controlling successfully.
MacGowan looking to sit in guard and control but Catch Wrestler gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: MacGowan (2) vs (9) Catch Wrestler#T5#
Catch Wrestler passes MacGowan's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Catch Wrestler wants to free his trapped foot but MacGowan is holding on for dear life with his legs.
MacGowan is trying to control but can't.
MacGowan controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
MacGowan is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Catch Wrestler's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Catch Wrestler's back!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: MacGowan (6) vs (9) Catch Wrestler#SUB#
MacGowan looking for the choke but no joy. #T6##SUB#
MacGowan looking to break Catch Wrestler's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Catch Wrestler remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise MacGowan will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!#SUB#
Catch Wrestler preventing the rear naked choke attempt from MacGowan. #SUB#
MacGowan patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Catch Wrestler just trying to survive but MacGowan is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish. #SUB#
MacGowan has his opponent's back and is working for the choke. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if MacGowan gets his way!
Catch Wrestler wants to control his opponent's hands but MacGowan gets his hands free. #SUB#
MacGowan working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet. #T7##SUB#
MacGowan is working for the choke. It looks like he might have got it... has he...? Yes! Catch Wrestler is tapping out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 7:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Shane MacGowan!
Shane MacGowan seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

 

Event: WP 99     
Date:   Apr 20, 2024





179 cm
30 yrs
175 lbs



180 cm
38 yrs
158 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 4 losses; Jisoo Oh! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 21 losses; Bjj Catch Wrestler!
The judges for this bout are Paul Tew, Chris Edwards and Daniel Bishop.


Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL#
Oh gets in close and instigates a clinch. #TD2#
Catch Wrestler tightens his grip and picks Oh up, before dumping him to the ground. Oh manages to land in guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Oh (0) vs (2) Catch Wrestler
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.
Catch Wrestler controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Catch Wrestler passes into half guard.
Catch Wrestler is keen to just control but Oh is a slippery customer.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Oh is positioning himself well to prevent Catch Wrestler advancing to mount.
Catch Wrestler performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Oh is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Hammer House of Horror that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.#T1#
Catch Wrestler is trying to control the action in half guard but Oh is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Catch Wrestler prevents Oh from improving his position.
Catch Wrestler is looking to take a break and control but Oh is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T2#
Catch Wrestler wants to pass to mount but Oh is defending the position.
Oh wants to improve his position but Catch Wrestler is controlling well.
Catch Wrestler wants to control but Oh is keeping him busy.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Catch Wrestler wants to work for an arm triangle but Oh is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Catch Wrestler slows the pace down in half guard. #T3#
Catch Wrestler is pressing down on Oh's thigh, looking to free his foot. Oh is holding on for now.
Catch Wrestler passes to full mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Oh (0) vs (5) Catch Wrestler
Catch Wrestler sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Oh working to try and regain half guard. #T4#
Catch Wrestler tries to control but Oh wriggling away.
Oh is controlling an arm, preventing Catch Wrestler from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Catch Wrestler looking to control but Oh is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Oh is now in Catch Wrestler's guard. A big mistake from Catch Wrestler there, giving up the dominant position!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Oh (2) vs (5) Catch Wrestler
Our spies down at at Blacktalians MMA inform us that Catch Wrestler has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#T5#
Oh preventing the sweep. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Oh escapes and throws Catch Wrestler's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Oh (5) vs (5) Catch Wrestler
Oh controlling the position from side mount.
Oh gets to mount! Catch Wrestler was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly.
Score +2 for reaching mount: Oh (7) vs (5) Catch Wrestler#T6#
Oh controlling from mount.
Catch Wrestler tries to reverse the position but Oh maintains control.
Catch Wrestler keeps trying to improve his position.#T7#
Oh controlling from the full mount.
Catch Wrestler tries to reverse the position but Oh maintains control.#T8#
Oh tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Catch Wrestler is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Catch Wrestler can't escape the position. #T9#
Oh avoids the attempt from Catch Wrestler to control.
Catch Wrestler is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Oh tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Oh seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Catch Wrestler for as long as he can get away with.#T10#
Catch Wrestler is looking to get to half guard.
Oh controlling from the full mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T11#
Catch Wrestler is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Oh takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Catch Wrestler regains half guard.
Still in half guard, Oh seems content to control.#T12#
Oh trying to pass the guard but Catch Wrestler defending well.
Oh is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Catch Wrestler actively working from the bottom here.
Catch Wrestler is looking for a sweep. Oh is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Catch Wrestler is trying to control but can't. #T13#
Catch Wrestler trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Oh manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Oh (10) vs (5) Catch Wrestler
Oh prevents Catch Wrestler from getting the reversal.
Oh controlling the position easily from mount.
Catch Wrestler regains half guard.
Catch Wrestler wants to improve his position but Oh is controlling well. #T14#
Oh trying to control the pace.
Catch Wrestler is looking to control Oh's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Catch Wrestler avoid being mounted?
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Catch Wrestler wants to get back to full guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
Oh takes the fight on points by 10 to 5.
Jisoo Oh decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

 

Event: WP 98     
Date:   Apr 17, 2024





177 cm
37 yrs
175 lbs



180 cm
38 yrs
158 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Miami Vice! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 21 losses; Bjj Catch Wrestler!
The judges for this bout are James Ackerman, Richard Clark and Paul Tew.


The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Catch Wrestler fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Vice avoids it really well and circles away.#CL#
Vice closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Vice tries for a takedown. No joy. #TD2#
Catch Wrestler lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Vice (0) vs (2) Catch Wrestler
Catch Wrestler trying to pass the guard but Vice defending well.
Still in half guard, Catch Wrestler seems content to control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vice is trying to get back to full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Catch Wrestler trying to control the pace. #T1#
Catch Wrestler trying to pass the guard but Vice defending well.
Vice has his hands clasped together around Catch Wrestler's back. He's all about the action.
Catch Wrestler is figuring out what he wants to do next.
It looks like Catch Wrestler might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2##SUB2#
Catch Wrestler seems to be looking for submissions. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Vice defends it well. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is working for a kimura but Vice is defending it quite comfortably. #T3#
Catch Wrestler wants to lay and pray for a moment but Vice keeps working.
Catch Wrestler stalling. #T4#
Catch Wrestler seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Vice does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Catch Wrestler with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Catch Wrestler trying to mount his opponent but Vice defends it.
Vice has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Catch Wrestler is working away from the top position though.#T5#
Catch Wrestler keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Catch Wrestler is pressing down on Vice's thigh, looking to free his foot. Vice is holding on for now. #T6#
Catch Wrestler passes into side control, despite Vice's attempt to control the position.
Score +3 for passing guard: Vice (0) vs (5) Catch Wrestler
Vice struggling a bit here.
Catch Wrestler happy to just control the position for now.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Catch Wrestler wants to lay and pray for a moment but Vice keeps working. #T7##SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is trying to get an arm triangle but Vice is defending well.
Catch Wrestler trying to control the action but Vice is working from the bottom.
Catch Wrestler is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.#T8##SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Vice knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Vice gets back to half guard.#T9#
Vice manages to get to full guard.
Catch Wrestler trying to control but Vice is working from the bottom. #T10#
Catch Wrestler tries to free his leg and advance position but Vice is retaining full guard.
Catch Wrestler wants to control from the top but Vice keeps moving.
Vice seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Catch Wrestler stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Vice swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Catch Wrestler content to stall in guard here.
Vice looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T11#
Catch Wrestler stays in close to Vice's body and controls the position.
Catch Wrestler trying to control but Vice is working from the bottom.
Vice trying to control the position.
Catch Wrestler seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #T12#
Vice keeping moving, preventing Catch Wrestler from controlling successfully. #T13#
Vice controls Catch Wrestler momentarily but Catch Wrestler frees himself.
Vice pulls Catch Wrestler in close to his closed guard and prevents Catch Wrestler from doing any damage or advancing position.
Catch Wrestler wants to pass the guard but Vice is keeping the position.
Vice can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Catch Wrestler controls the pace.#T14#
Vice looking to control.
Catch Wrestler trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Catch Wrestler is still trying to improve position.
Catch Wrestler won't allow Vice to sweep him here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Vice lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Vice (2) vs (5) Catch Wrestler
Catch Wrestler looking to control.

And that's the end of the fight!
Catch Wrestler wins on points by 5 to 2.
Bjj Catch Wrestler made sure to mention his sponsor, Un-Kaged Nutrition in his post fight interview.

 

Event: WP 96     
Date:   Apr 10, 2024





170 cm
45 yrs
162 lbs



180 cm
38 yrs
158 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 93 wins and 58 losses; Xavier Merlin! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 20 losses; Bjj Catch Wrestler!
The judges for this bout are Colin Fotheringham, James Atkins and Chris Edwards.


The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Catch Wrestler tries to sprawl but Merlin drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Merlin (2) vs (0) Catch Wrestler
Catch Wrestler is looking for a sweep. Merlin is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Merlin is controlling the pace.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Catch Wrestler keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Catch Wrestler trying to control but Merlin postures up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Catch Wrestler won't allow Merlin to pass to mount.
Merlin trying to control the pace.
We've been hearing good reports from Merlin's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#T2#
Catch Wrestler has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Merlin is working away from the top position though.
Merlin stalling.
Merlin is looking to pass Catch Wrestler's guard but actually Catch Wrestler recovers to full guard. #T3#
Merlin wants to pass the guard but Catch Wrestler is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Catch Wrestler looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Merlin has picked Catch Wrestler up and slammed him! Catch Wrestler can't keep hold of the triangle and Merlin manages to pass to side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Merlin (5) vs (0) Catch Wrestler#T4#
Catch Wrestler seems a little lost for a moment, as Merlin dominates the positioning.
Merlin has knee on belly momentarily but Catch Wrestler bucks him off and regains half guard.
Merlin controlling the action here.#T5#
Catch Wrestler keeping control of the position.
Merlin controlling the action here. #T6#
Catch Wrestler wants to improve his position but Merlin is controlling well.
Merlin keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Merlin trying to pass the guard but Catch Wrestler defending well.
Merlin trying to control the pace. #T7#
Merlin wants to lay and pray for a moment but Catch Wrestler keeps working. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T8#
Merlin wants to control but Catch Wrestler is keeping him busy.
The fighters are battling for position here. Catch Wrestler manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Catch Wrestler has control of Merlin's left arm, preventing Merlin from doing any damage.
Merlin postures up.
Merlin slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Catch Wrestler looking for a sweep. Not yet Catch Wrestler, not yet.
Our spies down at at Blacktalians MMA inform us that Catch Wrestler has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#T9#
Merlin looking to pass the guard.
Merlin stands and throws Catch Wrestler's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Merlin (8) vs (0) Catch Wrestler
Merlin taking a breather here. #T10#
Catch Wrestler struggling a bit here.
Merlin taking a breather here.
Merlin tries to move to mount but Catch Wrestler blocks the move with his legs. #T11#
Catch Wrestler wants to control but Merlin postures up.
A lull in the action here as Merlin stalls from top position.
Catch Wrestler struggling a bit here.
Merlin trying to control the action but Catch Wrestler is working from the bottom. #T12#
You can see the frustration on Catch Wrestler's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Catch Wrestler is looking to regain half guard here but Merlin keeps moving and retains side control.
Catch Wrestler keeps trying to improve his position.
Catch Wrestler wants to control but Merlin postures up.#T13#
Merlin just content to control the position.
Catch Wrestler is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.
Catch Wrestler tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Catch Wrestler wants to control but Merlin postures up.
Catch Wrestler gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Catch Wrestler is staying active underneath Merlin, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Catch Wrestler tries to get to full guard but Merlin has control of the leg. #T14#
Merlin is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Catch Wrestler wants to control but Merlin is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Merlin is controlling the pace.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Catch Wrestler controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
Merlin takes the fight on points by 8 to 0.
Our winner, Xavier Merlin, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

 

Event: WP 95     
Date:   Apr 06, 2024





172 cm
24 yrs
139 lbs



180 cm
38 yrs
158 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 36 wins and 48 losses; Gaston Juncker! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 19 losses; Bjj Catch Wrestler!
The judges for this bout are Chris Edwards, Andrew Berry and Sam Margolis.


Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Catch Wrestler shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Juncker sprawls well. Juncker wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Catch Wrestler gets slowly back to his feet.#TD2#
Catch Wrestler closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Juncker quickly recovers to half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Juncker (0) vs (2) Catch Wrestler#SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Juncker doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler stalling.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Catch Wrestler is trying to control. Juncker wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T1#
Juncker's coaches at House of 1000 Corpse 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.
Catch Wrestler tries to pass to full mount but Juncker defends it. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is trying to work for a kimura but Juncker is defending well.
Catch Wrestler trying to control from half guard but Juncker is working away. #T2#
Catch Wrestler is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Catch Wrestler trying to control the pace.
Let's hope that Catch Wrestler 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.#SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is looking for a kimura but Juncker is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Catch Wrestler to get the leverage. #T3#
Juncker is not content to let Catch Wrestler control the position.
Juncker preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Juncker gets back to full guard.
Catch Wrestler trying to control but Juncker is working from the bottom. #T4#
Catch Wrestler looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Juncker looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Catch Wrestler looking to sit in guard and control but Juncker gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Juncker (2) vs (2) Catch Wrestler
Our spies down at at Blacktalians MMA inform us that Catch Wrestler has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#T5##SUB2#
Juncker avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Juncker passes Catch Wrestler's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Juncker perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Juncker wants to take a breather but Catch Wrestler is having none of it.
Catch Wrestler wants to improve his position but Juncker is controlling well. #T6#
Juncker is controlling the pace.
Catch Wrestler wants to control but Juncker is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Juncker works his way into full mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Juncker (5) vs (2) Catch Wrestler#T7#
Juncker can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Catch Wrestler is looking to escape.
Catch Wrestler is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Juncker seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Catch Wrestler is holding on tight.
Juncker tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T8#
Catch Wrestler tries to lock up and control but Juncker gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Juncker looking to control but Catch Wrestler is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Catch Wrestler is in all sorts of trouble here.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Juncker wants to control the pace but Catch Wrestler is squirming around nicely.
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.#T9#
Juncker controlling from mount.
Juncker prevents Catch Wrestler from getting the reversal.
Catch Wrestler tries to improve his position but instead Juncker has taken his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Juncker (8) vs (2) Catch Wrestler
Catch Wrestler is trying to break free.
Juncker trying to control momentarily. #T10#
Juncker is really struggling to control Catch Wrestler but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Good control from Juncker.
Catch Wrestler can't escape the position.
Juncker gets his hands free as Catch Wrestler looks to control. #T11#
Catch Wrestler is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Juncker.
Juncker keeps control of the position as Catch Wrestler tries to break free.
Juncker trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Good control from Juncker.#T12#
Catch Wrestler is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.
Juncker trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Juncker keeps control of the position as Catch Wrestler tries to break free. #T13#
Juncker controls the action.
Catch Wrestler prevents Juncker from getting a body triangle.
Juncker is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Catch Wrestler is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Catch Wrestler wants to control his opponent's hands but Juncker gets his hands free.
Catch Wrestler tries to escape the position. #T14##SUB#
Catch Wrestler is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Juncker gets his way!
Juncker is trying to control but Catch Wrestler is trying to escape here - he's now mounted.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Catch Wrestler prevents Juncker from taking his back.
Catch Wrestler looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Juncker (11) vs (2) Catch Wrestler

And that's the end of the fight!
Juncker takes the fight on points by 11 to 2.
A relieved looking Gaston Juncker thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

 

Event: WP 93     
Date:   Mar 30, 2024





172 cm
23 yrs
139 lbs



180 cm
38 yrs
158 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 35 wins and 47 losses; Gaston Juncker! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 18 losses; Bjj Catch Wrestler!
The judges for this bout are Steven Brown, Donald Grub and Paul Tew.


The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Juncker shoots in looking for a takedown. Catch Wrestler tries to sprawl out of it but Juncker keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Catch Wrestler manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #TD2#
Catch Wrestler shoots in and gets a takedown into Juncker's guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Juncker (0) vs (2) Catch Wrestler
Catch Wrestler looking to sit in guard and control but Juncker gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Juncker (2) vs (2) Catch Wrestler
Catch Wrestler seems keen to control Juncker's posture.
Juncker sitting in guard, not really doing much.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Catch Wrestler wants to control the position but Juncker says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard. #T1#
Catch Wrestler has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Juncker is working away from the top position though.
Juncker content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Catch Wrestler is trying to maintain the position but Juncker is very close to passing his half guard.
Juncker works his way into full mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Juncker (5) vs (2) Catch Wrestler#T2#
Catch Wrestler is looking to get to half guard.
Juncker controlling the position easily from mount.
Catch Wrestler is desperately trying to get back to half guard. #T3#
Juncker takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Catch Wrestler working to try and regain half guard.
Catch Wrestler wants to hold on but Juncker pushes him away.
Catch Wrestler is trying to escape the mount.
Juncker controlling the position easily from mount. #T4#
Juncker wants to take Catch Wrestler's back but he can't do it this time.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Juncker controlling from mount.
Catch Wrestler tries to hold on but Juncker postures up.
Catch Wrestler is looking to get to half guard.#T5#
Juncker avoids the attempt from Catch Wrestler to control.
Juncker controlling the position easily from mount.
Juncker moves to back control.
Score +3 for taking back: Juncker (8) vs (2) Catch Wrestler#T6#
Catch Wrestler tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Juncker pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Catch Wrestler is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Juncker avoids the attempt from Catch Wrestler to control.
Juncker wants to take Catch Wrestler's back here but Catch Wrestler is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape. #T7#
Catch Wrestler wants to hold on but Juncker pushes him away.
Catch Wrestler has given up his back here.
Score +3 for taking back: Juncker (11) vs (2) Catch Wrestler
Juncker has the hooks in. Catch Wrestler is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Catch Wrestler is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Catch Wrestler trying to control but not successfully.
Catch Wrestler might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Juncker haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T8#
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.
Juncker'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.#T9#
Catch Wrestler is trying to break free.
Catch Wrestler is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Juncker off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
Catch Wrestler prevents Juncker from getting a body triangle.
Catch Wrestler wants to control his opponent's hands but Juncker gets his hands free.
Juncker is trying to stick to Catch Wrestler's back but Catch Wrestler is turning into Juncker. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Juncker's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Catch Wrestler.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Juncker (11) vs (4) Catch Wrestler#T10#
Juncker is looking to sweep but instead, Catch Wrestler has passed into half guard.
Juncker is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at House of 1000 Corpse, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Juncker keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Catch Wrestler trying to control from Juncker's half guard. Juncker has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Catch Wrestler tries to free his leg and advance position but Juncker is retaining full guard. #T11#
Catch Wrestler preventing the sweep.
Juncker keeping moving, preventing Catch Wrestler from controlling successfully.
Catch Wrestler is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Catch Wrestler looking to sit in guard and control but Juncker gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Juncker (13) vs (4) Catch Wrestler#T12#
Juncker stays in close to Catch Wrestler's body and controls the position.
Juncker trying to control but Catch Wrestler is working from the bottom.
Juncker not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Juncker has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T13#
Catch Wrestler wants to sweep but no luck.
Juncker looking to pass the guard.
Juncker slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #T14##SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is looking for a triangle here but Juncker uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Juncker (16) vs (4) Catch Wrestler
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Catch Wrestler tries to bench press Juncker off him but Juncker keeps the position.

And that's the end of the fight!
Juncker takes the fight on points by 16 to 4.
During a confident post fight interview, Gaston Juncker thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

 

Event: WP 92     
Date:   Mar 27, 2024





180 cm
38 yrs
158 lbs



180 cm
23 yrs
174 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 17 losses; Bjj Catch Wrestler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 22 wins and 17 losses; Roman Kersikov!
The judges for this bout are Richard Clark, James Atkins and Paul Tew.


The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Kersikov misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#TD#
Catch Wrestler decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Catch Wrestler (2) vs (0) Kersikov
Kersikov moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Kersikov trying to control the position here.
Catch Wrestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Kersikov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Catch Wrestler pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kersikov is keeping the position for now. #T1#
Catch Wrestler slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Kersikov keeping full guard, as Catch Wrestler tries to pass.
Catch Wrestler preventing the sweep.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Kersikov holds on and takes a little breather.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Catch Wrestler wants to control from the top but Kersikov keeps moving.
Kersikov has Catch Wrestler pulled in close to control his posture.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Catch Wrestler pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kersikov is keeping the position for now. #T3#
Catch Wrestler trying to control but Kersikov is working from the bottom.
Kersikov is pulling down on Catch Wrestler's head. It's preventing any offense from Catch Wrestler, at least for the moment.
Kersikov keeping full guard, as Catch Wrestler tries to pass.
Catch Wrestler won't allow Kersikov to sweep him here.
Catch Wrestler pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kersikov is keeping the position for now. #T4#
Catch Wrestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Kersikov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Catch Wrestler tries to free his leg and advance position but Kersikov is retaining full guard.
Catch Wrestler trying to control but Kersikov is working from the bottom.
Catch Wrestler preventing the sweep.
Kersikov seems keen to control Catch Wrestler's posture.
Kersikov keeping full guard, as Catch Wrestler tries to pass. #T5#
Catch Wrestler wants to control from the top but Kersikov keeps moving.
Catch Wrestler is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Kersikov is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Catch Wrestler is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T6#
Kersikov controlling the position.
Catch Wrestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Kersikov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kersikov trying to control the position here.
Catch Wrestler controls from within his opponent's guard. #T7#
Catch Wrestler looking to pass the guard.
Catch Wrestler is stalling in the full guard.
Kersikov looking for a sweep. Not yet Kersikov, not yet.
Catch Wrestler tries to free his leg and advance position but Kersikov is retaining full guard. #T8#
Kersikov seems keen to control Catch Wrestler's posture.
Catch Wrestler preventing the sweep.
Catch Wrestler wants to pass the guard but Kersikov is keeping the position.
Catch Wrestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Kersikov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Catch Wrestler trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T9#
Catch Wrestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Kersikov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Our spies down at at KFA inform us that Kersikov has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Kersikov manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Catch Wrestler manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Catch Wrestler (2) vs (2) Kersikov
Kersikov trying to control but Catch Wrestler is working from the bottom.
Catch Wrestler looking to control. #T10#
Kersikov slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Catch Wrestler wants to sweep but no luck.
Kersikov looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Kersikov stacks Catch Wrestler 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 Kersikov!
Score +3 for passing guard: Catch Wrestler (2) vs (5) Kersikov
Catch Wrestler tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T11#
Kersikov controlling the position from side mount.
Catch Wrestler prevents Kersikov from improving position. #T12#
Kersikov wants to control but Catch Wrestler is keeping him busy.
Catch Wrestler is trying to get back to half guard.
Catch Wrestler regains half guard.
Catch Wrestler is looking to control Kersikov's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Catch Wrestler avoid being mounted?#T13##SUB#
Catch Wrestler actively working from the bottom here.
Catch Wrestler is trying to get back to full guard.
Catch Wrestler gets full guard.#T14#
Catch Wrestler trying to control the position.
Kersikov sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Catch Wrestler's guard.
Catch Wrestler has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Kersikov is working away from the top position though.
Catch Wrestler is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
Kersikov is taking a breather. Catch Wrestler 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.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!

And that's the end of the fight!
Kersikov wins on points by 5 to 2.
A relieved looking Roman Kersikov thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

 

Event: WP 91     
Date:   Mar 23, 2024





180 cm
38 yrs
158 lbs



178 cm
33 yrs
171 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 17 losses; Bjj Catch Wrestler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 84 wins and 54 losses; Bogdan Kersikov!
The judges for this bout are William Gold, James Glass and Richard Clark.


The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
Catch Wrestler throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Kersikov tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Catch Wrestler is in Kersikov's guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Catch Wrestler (2) vs (0) Kersikov
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.
Catch Wrestler tries to free his leg and advance position but Kersikov is retaining full guard.
Catch Wrestler trying to control but Kersikov is working from the bottom.
Catch Wrestler stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kersikov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Kersikov is trying to control the position but Catch Wrestler postures up.
Kersikov wants to sweep here but Catch Wrestler controlling him for the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Catch Wrestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Kersikov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
Catch Wrestler pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kersikov is keeping the position for now.
Kersikov controlling Catch Wrestler's posture.
Catch Wrestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Kersikov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Catch Wrestler looking to pass the guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T2#
Catch Wrestler looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Catch Wrestler trying to control but Kersikov is working from the bottom.
Kersikov is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Catch Wrestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Kersikov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Kersikov has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Kersikov keeping moving, preventing Catch Wrestler from controlling successfully. #T4#
Catch Wrestler stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kersikov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Catch Wrestler controls from within his opponent's guard.
Kersikov keeping moving, preventing Catch Wrestler from controlling successfully.
Catch Wrestler has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#T5#
Kersikov 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.
Kersikov has Catch Wrestler pulled in close to control his posture.
Kersikov being controlled here, momentarily. #T6#
Catch Wrestler trying to control but Kersikov is working from the bottom.
Catch Wrestler looking to pass the guard.
Catch Wrestler sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Kersikov's guard.
Catch Wrestler seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Kersikov does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T7#
Catch Wrestler trying to mount his opponent but Kersikov defends it.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Kersikov tries to get to full guard but Catch Wrestler has control of the leg.
Catch Wrestler tries to pass to full mount but Kersikov defends it.
Kersikov works his way to full guard. Good work.#T8#
Catch Wrestler trying to control but Kersikov is working from the bottom.
Catch Wrestler sitting in guard here, content to control.
Catch Wrestler stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kersikov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Catch Wrestler is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Kersikov is looking to sweep but instead, Catch Wrestler has passed into half guard. #T9#
Kersikov keeping hold of Catch Wrestler's head, controlling as best he can.
Kersikov is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Catch Wrestler is looking for a kimura but Kersikov is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Catch Wrestler to get the leverage. #T10#
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Kersikov 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.
Catch Wrestler prevents Kersikov from improving his position.#SUB#
Catch Wrestler is looking for a kimura here.
Catch Wrestler passes to full mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Catch Wrestler (5) vs (0) Kersikov
Kersikov tries to reverse the position but Catch Wrestler maintains control.#T11#
Kersikov is squirming around, avoiding Catch Wrestler's attempts to control the action.
Catch Wrestler is really struggling to control Kersikov but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Kersikov is in all sorts of trouble here. #T12#
Catch Wrestler wants to control the pace but Kersikov is squirming around nicely.
Kersikov tries to hold on but Catch Wrestler pushes him away.
Catch Wrestler tries to control but Kersikov wriggling away.
Catch Wrestler can't control as he wanted to and Kersikov manages to get the fight back to his half guard. #T13#
Catch Wrestler is looking to take a break and control but Kersikov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Kersikov wants to sweep but Catch Wrestler has passed to side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Catch Wrestler (8) vs (0) Kersikov
Kersikov tries to buck Catch Wrestler off but Catch Wrestler is having none of it.
Kersikov can't do much from the bottom here. #T14##SUB#
Catch Wrestler working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Catch Wrestler controls the position.
Catch Wrestler wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kersikov keeps working.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Catch Wrestler swings around for an armbar but Kersikov sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Catch Wrestler's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Catch Wrestler (8) vs (2) Kersikov

And that's the end of the fight!
Catch Wrestler takes the fight on points by 8 to 2.
Bjj Catch Wrestler made sure to mention his sponsor, Un-Kaged Nutrition in his post fight interview.

 

Event: WP 89     
Date:   Mar 16, 2024





193 cm
44 yrs
207 lbs



180 cm
38 yrs
158 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 98 wins and 59 losses; Moldy Jello! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 16 losses; Bjj Catch Wrestler!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Bishop, Andrew Berry and Chris Edwards.


The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Catch Wrestler misses with a takedown attempt #TD#
and Jello counters with a nice double leg into side control. Catch Wrestler won't be happy with that.
Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Jello (4) vs (0) Catch Wrestler
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Catch Wrestler trying his best to control but Jello has mounted him.
Score +2 for reaching mount: Jello (6) vs (0) Catch Wrestler
Catch Wrestler is wriggling around trying to escape.
Catch Wrestler is just holding on here. Jello manages to take his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Jello (9) vs (0) Catch Wrestler
You can see the frustration on Catch Wrestler's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Jello has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Jello is riding his opponent, not letting Catch Wrestler buck him off.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Catch Wrestler is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Jello off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.#T1#
Catch Wrestler is trying to break free.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Catch Wrestler wants to escape the position. #T2#
Catch Wrestler is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Jello 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. #SUB#
Jello working for a choke but Catch Wrestler is defending well.
Jello will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T3#
Catch Wrestler is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Catch Wrestler is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Jello.
Catch Wrestler is trying to break free. #T4#
Jello is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Catch Wrestler breaks Jello's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jello (9) vs (2) Catch Wrestler#SUB2#
Catch Wrestler drops back, looking for a kneebar! Jello looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Jello looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Jello!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Jello (13) vs (2) Catch Wrestler
Catch Wrestler is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Jello off and has taken his back!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Jello (13) vs (6) Catch Wrestler#T5##SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Catch Wrestler trying to control.
Catch Wrestler is trying to control but Jello is trying to escape here - he's now mounted.
Jello tries to hold on but Catch Wrestler pushes him away.
Catch Wrestler controlling his opponent. #T6#
Catch Wrestler manages to capitalize on a mistake by Jello to take his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Jello (13) vs (9) Catch Wrestler
Catch Wrestler is trying to stick to Jello's back but Jello is turning into Catch Wrestler. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Catch Wrestler's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Jello.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jello (15) vs (9) Catch Wrestler
Jello looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Catch Wrestler is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Jello controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T7#
Catch Wrestler is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Jello pushing down on Catch Wrestler's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Jello takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Catch Wrestler wants to control but Jello is keeping busy.
Jello perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Jello's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#T8#
Catch Wrestler wants to control but Jello is keeping busy.
Jello uses his free foot to push down on Catch Wrestler's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Catch Wrestler.
Score +3 for passing guard: Jello (18) vs (9) Catch Wrestler
Catch Wrestler tries to hold on but Jello postures up.#T9#
Jello controlling from mount.
Further stalling from Jello.
Catch Wrestler is wriggling around trying to escape. #T10#
Catch Wrestler tries to control the position but Jello now has his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Jello (21) vs (9) Catch Wrestler
Catch Wrestler can't escape the position.
Catch Wrestler is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Jello.
Catch Wrestler is in bad spot here. #T11#
Catch Wrestler is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
If it seems like I'm not saying a lot, it's just because Jello is stinking the place up with his stalling.#T12#
You can see the frustration on Catch Wrestler's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later. #T13#
Jello is not going to allow Catch Wrestler to sit and survive in this position.
What can Catch Wrestler do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Catch Wrestler tries to break free.
Catch Wrestler is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near. #T14#
Jello has the hooks in. Catch Wrestler is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Jello really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Catch Wrestler.

And that's the end of the fight!
Jello takes the fight on points by 21 to 9.
An out of breath Moldy Jello thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

 

Event: WP 88     
Date:   Mar 13, 2024





180 cm
23 yrs
174 lbs



180 cm
38 yrs
158 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 20 wins and 16 losses; Roman Kersikov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 16 losses; Bjj Catch Wrestler!
The judges for this bout are Donald Grub, Daniel Bishop and Sam Margolis.


The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Catch Wrestler drives through with a takedown into Kersikov's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Kersikov (0) vs (2) Catch Wrestler
Kersikov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Catch Wrestler is one step ahead there.
Kersikov seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Catch Wrestler trying to control but Kersikov is working from the bottom.
Catch Wrestler is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov controlling Catch Wrestler's posture. #T1#
Catch Wrestler controls from within his opponent's guard.
Kersikov looking for a sweep. Not yet Kersikov, not yet.
Kersikov keeping moving, preventing Catch Wrestler from controlling successfully.
Catch Wrestler preventing the sweep.
Catch Wrestler controlling from the top position. #T2#
Kersikov wants to hit a sweep here but Catch Wrestler passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Kersikov there!
Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (0) vs (5) Catch Wrestler
Catch Wrestler can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Kersikov is looking to escape.
Catch Wrestler is dominating on the ground here - he's now on his opponent's back, looking to sink in the hooks. Kersikov is in real trouble.
Score +3 for taking back: Kersikov (0) vs (8) Catch Wrestler#T3#
Catch Wrestler wants to control the position but Kersikov frees himself and scrambles - Catch Wrestler manages to regain control in side control.
Catch Wrestler working away.#SUB2#
Catch Wrestler goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Kersikov rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Catch Wrestler's guard! Nice work there by Kersikov!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (2) vs (8) Catch Wrestler
Kersikov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Catch Wrestler swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Catch Wrestler is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T4#
Kersikov is stalling in the full guard.
Catch Wrestler is trying to keep Kersikov in close.
Catch Wrestler is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Catch Wrestler is trying to control the position but Kersikov postures up. #T5#
Kersikov is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Catch Wrestler looking for a sweep. Not yet Catch Wrestler, not yet.
Catch Wrestler manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Kersikov manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (2) vs (10) Catch Wrestler
Catch Wrestler won't allow Kersikov to sweep him here.
Catch Wrestler wants to control from the top but Kersikov keeps moving. #T6#
Catch Wrestler seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Kersikov managing to control the position. #T7#
Kersikov controls Catch Wrestler momentarily but Catch Wrestler frees himself.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Catch Wrestler is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Catch Wrestler is looking to pass into half guard but Kersikov pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Kersikov is in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (4) vs (10) Catch Wrestler#T8#
Catch Wrestler keeping full guard, as Kersikov tries to pass.
Catch Wrestler is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Kersikov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Catch Wrestler working a defensive guard here.
Kersikov pushes down on Catch Wrestler's leg and manages to get into half guard.#T9#
Catch Wrestler trying to control from the bottom.
Catch Wrestler tries to get to full guard but Kersikov has control of the leg.
Kersikov is thwarting Catch Wrestler's attempts to control the position.
Catch Wrestler regains full guard. Nicely done.
Kersikov trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Catch Wrestler manages to land a sweep and now he's on top!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (4) vs (12) Catch Wrestler#T10#
Catch Wrestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Kersikov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Catch Wrestler 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.
Kersikov looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Catch Wrestler trying to control but Kersikov is working from the bottom. #T11#
Catch Wrestler controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Catch Wrestler preventing the sweep. #T12#
Kersikov trying to keep a closed guard but Catch Wrestler is proving a slippery customer.
Catch Wrestler 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.
Kersikov keeping moving, preventing Catch Wrestler from controlling successfully.
Catch Wrestler might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Kersikov haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Catch Wrestler wants to pass the guard but Kersikov is keeping the position.#T13#
Kersikov bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Catch Wrestler's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (6) vs (12) Catch Wrestler
Kersikov slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Kersikov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Catch Wrestler swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Kersikov controlling from the top position. #T14#
Kersikov won't allow Catch Wrestler to sweep him here.
Catch Wrestler trying to keep a closed guard but Kersikov is proving a slippery customer.
Catch Wrestler pulls Kersikov in close to his closed guard and prevents Kersikov from doing any damage or advancing position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kersikov wants to pass the guard but Catch Wrestler is keeping the position.

And that's the end of the fight!
Catch Wrestler wins on points by 12 to 6.
Bjj Catch Wrestler managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Un-Kaged Nutrition, into his post fight interview.

 

Event: WP 87     
Date:   Mar 09, 2024





180 cm
38 yrs
158 lbs



180 cm
23 yrs
174 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 15 losses; Bjj Catch Wrestler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 19 wins and 16 losses; Roman Kersikov!
The judges for this bout are Donald Grub, Chris Edwards and Sam Margolis.


Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Catch Wrestler gets a takedown into half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Catch Wrestler (2) vs (0) Kersikov
Catch Wrestler is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Kersikov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Catch Wrestler trying to control the pace.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1##SUB#
Catch Wrestler is looking for a kimura but Kersikov is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Catch Wrestler to get the leverage. #SUB#
Kersikov makes his way to full guard, as Catch Wrestler worked for a kimura.
Catch Wrestler tries to free his leg and advance position but Kersikov is retaining full guard.
Kersikov has control of Catch Wrestler's left arm, preventing Catch Wrestler from doing any damage.
Catch Wrestler has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Kersikov is continuing to stall.
Kersikov keeping moving, preventing Catch Wrestler from controlling successfully. #T2#
Kersikov looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Catch Wrestler stopping the sweep attempt from Kersikov.
Catch Wrestler trying to control but Kersikov is working from the bottom.
Kersikov looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T3#
Catch Wrestler stands and throws Kersikov's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Catch Wrestler (5) vs (0) Kersikov
Catch Wrestler trying to control the action but Kersikov is working from the bottom.
Catch Wrestler tries to advance to mount but can't. #T4#
Kersikov is not content to let Catch Wrestler control the position.
Catch Wrestler tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler swings around for an armbar but Kersikov sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Catch Wrestler's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Catch Wrestler (5) vs (2) Kersikov#SUB#
Catch Wrestler looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Kersikov passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Catch Wrestler (5) vs (5) Kersikov#T5#
Kersikov takes a little break here. Catch Wrestler wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Catch Wrestler is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T6#
Catch Wrestler gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there!
Score +2 for reaching mount: Catch Wrestler (5) vs (7) Kersikov
Catch Wrestler tries to hold on but Kersikov postures up.
Catch Wrestler is in all sorts of trouble here.
Catch Wrestler manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Kersikov looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T7#
Kersikov trying to pass the guard but Catch Wrestler defending well.
Kersikov content to control rather than advance.
Catch Wrestler is looking for a sweep. Kersikov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Kersikov controlling the pace. #T8#
Catch Wrestler is trying to maintain the position but Kersikov is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB#
Catch Wrestler actively working from the bottom here.
Catch Wrestler is looking for a sweep. Kersikov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Kersikov controlling the action here.#T9#
Kersikov's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Catch Wrestler is trying to control but Kersikov manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Catch Wrestler (5) vs (10) Kersikov#T10#
Kersikov looking to control and managing it successfully.
Catch Wrestler tries to reverse the position but Kersikov maintains control.#T11#
Kersikov controlling his opponent.
Catch Wrestler tries to hold on but Kersikov postures up.
Kersikov sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T12#
Catch Wrestler wants to control but Kersikov is having none of it.
Kersikov works his way to his opponent's back.
Score +3 for taking back: Catch Wrestler (5) vs (13) Kersikov#T13#
Kersikov controlling from the back.
It looks like Kersikov might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Kersikov avoiding Catch Wrestler 's attempts to control his hands.
Catch Wrestler breaks Kersikov's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Catch Wrestler (7) vs (13) Kersikov
Catch Wrestler's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T14#
Catch Wrestler tries to free his leg and advance position but Kersikov is retaining full guard.
Kersikov lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Catch Wrestler (7) vs (15) Kersikov
Catch Wrestler working a defensive guard here.
Catch Wrestler looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Catch Wrestler trying to keep a closed guard but Kersikov is proving a slippery customer.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kersikov wins on points by 15 to 7.
An out of breath Roman Kersikov thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

 

Event: WP 86     
Date:   Mar 06, 2024





185 cm
46 yrs
185 lbs



180 cm
38 yrs
158 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 63 wins and 61 losses; Shane MacGowan! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 15 losses; Bjj Catch Wrestler!
The judges for this bout are James Glass, Colin Fotheringham and Richard Clark.


The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from MacGowan is defended easily by Catch Wrestler.#TD#
MacGowan shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: MacGowan (2) vs (0) Catch Wrestler#SUB#
MacGowan drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Catch Wrestler dives on top into guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: MacGowan (2) vs (2) Catch Wrestler
MacGowan looking to hit a scissor sweep but Catch Wrestler is one step ahead there.
MacGowan trying to control the position.
MacGowan manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Catch Wrestler manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: MacGowan (4) vs (2) Catch Wrestler
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacGowan tries to free his leg and advance position but Catch Wrestler is retaining full guard.
MacGowan trying to control the position from guard on top but Catch Wrestler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
MacGowan is really struggling to control Catch Wrestler but he's trying to hold on to the position.#SUB2#
MacGowan got a little sloppy there for a moment and Catch Wrestler has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, MacGowan has managed to get both his arms back between Catch Wrestler's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
MacGowan is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Catch Wrestler is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Catch Wrestler has escaped and now he's on top!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: MacGowan (4) vs (4) Catch Wrestler
MacGowan is trying to control the position but Catch Wrestler postures up.
Catch Wrestler wants to control from the top but MacGowan keeps moving. #SUB#
MacGowan is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Catch Wrestler is aware though and is defending well.
MacGowan manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Catch Wrestler manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: MacGowan (6) vs (4) Catch Wrestler#SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. MacGowan is aware though and is defending well.#T2#
MacGowan works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Catch Wrestler is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
MacGowan seems to be looking for submissions. #SUB#
MacGowan is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Catch Wrestler has managed to free his arm - good work.
Catch Wrestler tries to roll over but MacGowan keeps him under control.
Catch Wrestler slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB#
MacGowan drops back, looking for a kneebar! Catch Wrestler looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Catch Wrestler looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Catch Wrestler!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: MacGowan (6) vs (8) Catch Wrestler
MacGowan can't do much from the bottom here. #T3#
MacGowan looking for a sweep but Catch Wrestler has passed into full mount! Oh no!
Score +2 for reaching mount: MacGowan (6) vs (10) Catch Wrestler
Catch Wrestler tries to control but MacGowan wriggling away.
Catch Wrestler might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control MacGowan haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
MacGowan has given up his back here. Will Catch Wrestler look for the submission or keep pounding away?
Score +3 for taking back: MacGowan (6) vs (13) Catch Wrestler#SUB2#
Catch Wrestler working for the choke.
Catch Wrestler is not going to allow MacGowan to sit and survive in this position.
Catch Wrestler is trying to stick to MacGowan's back but MacGowan is turning into Catch Wrestler. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Catch Wrestler's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by MacGowan.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: MacGowan (8) vs (13) Catch Wrestler
Our spies down at at Blacktalians MMA inform us that Catch Wrestler has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#T4#
MacGowan wants to control from the top but Catch Wrestler keeps moving. #SUB#
MacGowan is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Catch Wrestler is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Catch Wrestler has escaped and now he's on top!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: MacGowan (8) vs (15) Catch Wrestler#SUB#
MacGowan has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Catch Wrestler 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 MacGowan.
Score +3 for passing guard: MacGowan (8) vs (18) Catch Wrestler
MacGowan is not content to let Catch Wrestler control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
MacGowan is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T5#
Who's going to make the next move?#SUB2#
Catch Wrestler tries for a kimura but MacGowan is defending well.
A lull in the action here.
MacGowan wants to control but Catch Wrestler postures up.#SUB2#
Catch Wrestler looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #T6#
MacGowan sneaks back into half guard.
MacGowan tries to get to full guard but Catch Wrestler has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler seems to be looking for submissions.
MacGowan wants to control but Catch Wrestler passes into side.
Score +3 for passing guard: MacGowan (8) vs (21) Catch Wrestler
MacGowan is looking for a sweep.
MacGowan is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Catch Wrestler tries for a kimura but MacGowan is defending well. #T7#
Catch Wrestler wants to lay and pray for a moment but MacGowan keeps working.
MacGowan sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
MacGowan is trying to maintain the position but Catch Wrestler is very close to passing his half guard.
MacGowan has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Catch Wrestler looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
MacGowan is looking to improve his position. #T8##SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
MacGowan makes his way to full guard. A much better position for MacGowan.
MacGowan wants to sweep here but Catch Wrestler controlling him for the moment.
Catch Wrestler content to stall in guard here. #T9##SUB#
MacGowan is looking for a triangle but Catch Wrestler pushes his legs off easily.
MacGowan trying to control the position.
Catch Wrestler being controlled here momentarily.
Catch Wrestler postures up.
Catch Wrestler trying to control the position from guard on top but MacGowan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Catch Wrestler is stalling in the full guard. #T10#
MacGowan tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Catch Wrestler trying to control the position from guard on top but MacGowan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
MacGowan 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.
MacGowan is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
MacGowan wants to sweep but no luck.
Catch Wrestler trying to control the position from guard on top but MacGowan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Catch Wrestler preventing the sweep. #T11#
MacGowan looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Catch Wrestler puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
MacGowan wants to get back to full guard.
MacGowan makes his way to full guard. A much better position for MacGowan.#SUB#
MacGowan is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Catch Wrestler defends well.
MacGowan keeping full guard, as Catch Wrestler tries to pass.
Catch Wrestler trying to control the position from guard on top but MacGowan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T12#
Catch Wrestler looking to pass the guard.
MacGowan is trying to keep Catch Wrestler in close. #SUB#
MacGowan has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Catch Wrestler can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Catch Wrestler slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
MacGowan working a defensive guard here. #T13#
MacGowan manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Catch Wrestler manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: MacGowan (10) vs (21) Catch Wrestler
Catch Wrestler keeping full guard, as MacGowan tries to pass.
MacGowan trying to control but Catch Wrestler is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler has his foot on MacGowan's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. MacGowan works his way back into a safe position though.
MacGowan is pushing down on Catch Wrestler's leg trying to pass to half guard. Catch Wrestler is fighting to maintain full guard but MacGowan has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB#
MacGowan is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Catch Wrestler doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time MacGowan. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler actively working from the bottom here.#T14##SUB#
MacGowan seems to be working for a kimura but Catch Wrestler defends the submission attempt.
MacGowan wants to lay and pray for a moment but Catch Wrestler keeps working. #SUB#
MacGowan is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
MacGowan is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Catch Wrestler is just riding it out for now. MacGowan eventually gives up the hold.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Catch Wrestler trying to control from the bottom.

And that's the end of the fight!
Catch Wrestler wins on points by 21 to 10.
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Bjj Catch Wrestler made sure he mentioned Un-Kaged Nutrition, along with how happy he was to win his fight.

 

Event: WP 85     
Date:   Mar 02, 2024





180 cm
38 yrs
158 lbs



185 cm
46 yrs
185 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 15 losses; Bjj Catch Wrestler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 63 wins and 60 losses; Shane MacGowan!
The judges for this bout are Phil Schofield, James Atkins and Paul Tew.


The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Catch Wrestler shoots in for a takedown but MacGowan shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#TD#
Catch Wrestler closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming MacGowan to the mat! MacGowan manages to get full guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Catch Wrestler (2) vs (0) MacGowan
Catch Wrestler wants to control from the top but MacGowan keeps moving.
Catch Wrestler pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. MacGowan is keeping the position for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
MacGowan trying to control the position here.
MacGowan looking for a sweep. Not yet MacGowan, not yet.
MacGowan is trying to control the position but Catch Wrestler postures up.
Catch Wrestler has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacGowan trying to control the position here.
Catch Wrestler preventing the sweep. #T1#
MacGowan controls Catch Wrestler momentarily but Catch Wrestler frees himself.
Catch Wrestler works a leg free and moves into half guard.
MacGowan wants to get back to full guard.
Catch Wrestler wants to pass to mount but MacGowan is defending the position.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Catch Wrestler in particular looking to stall.
MacGowan is positioning himself well to prevent Catch Wrestler advancing to mount. #T2#
Catch Wrestler is keen to just control but MacGowan is a slippery customer.
MacGowan regains full guard. Nicely done.
MacGowan looking to hit a scissor sweep but Catch Wrestler is one step ahead there. #SUB2#
MacGowan is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Catch Wrestler is aware though and is defending well.
Catch Wrestler tries to free his leg and advance position but MacGowan is retaining full guard.
MacGowan trying to control the position.
Catch Wrestler trying to control the position from guard on top but MacGowan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Catch Wrestler is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because MacGowan is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
MacGowan looking to control.
MacGowan is pulling down on Catch Wrestler's head to control his posture.
MacGowan wants to control but Catch Wrestler passes easily into half guard.
MacGowan is holding on to half guard well.
MacGowan gets full guard.
MacGowan controls Catch Wrestler momentarily but Catch Wrestler frees himself. #T4#
MacGowan is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Catch Wrestler looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
MacGowan manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Catch Wrestler manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Catch Wrestler (2) vs (2) MacGowan
MacGowan looking to pass the guard.
MacGowan forces his way into half guard.#SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is defending against the submission attempts here by MacGowan. #T5#
MacGowan wants to lay and pray for a moment but Catch Wrestler keeps working. #SUB2#
MacGowan is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Catch Wrestler sees it coming and defends easily.
Catch Wrestler trying to hold on to MacGowan's head to control him but MacGowan postures up.
MacGowan wants to take a breather but Catch Wrestler is having none of it.
Catch Wrestler tries to get to full guard but MacGowan has control of the leg. #SUB2#
MacGowan is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Catch Wrestler sees it coming and defends easily.
The fighters are battling for position here. Catch Wrestler manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
My spies in Ground Zero Workout Gym inform me that MacGowan has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#SUB2#
MacGowan thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #T6##SUB2#
MacGowan drops back, looking for a kneebar! Catch Wrestler looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Catch Wrestler looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Catch Wrestler!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Catch Wrestler (6) vs (2) MacGowan
MacGowan is trying to improve his position.
MacGowan is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Catch Wrestler wants to control but MacGowan is keeping him busy.
MacGowan trying to hold on to Catch Wrestler's head to control him but Catch Wrestler postures up.
Catch Wrestler looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Catch Wrestler has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
MacGowan wants to control but Catch Wrestler is keeping busy. #T7#
MacGowan might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Catch Wrestler haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Catch Wrestler is trying to control the action in half guard but MacGowan is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Catch Wrestler tries to pass to full mount but MacGowan defends it.
Catch Wrestler is trying to control. MacGowan wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
MacGowan has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Catch Wrestler is working away from the top position though.#T8#
MacGowan is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
MacGowan gets full guard.
MacGowan seems keen to control Catch Wrestler's posture.#SUB2#
MacGowan has his foot on Catch Wrestler's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Catch Wrestler works his way back into a safe position though.
MacGowan seems keen to control Catch Wrestler's posture.
Catch Wrestler wants to control from the top but MacGowan keeps moving.
MacGowan keeping full guard, as Catch Wrestler tries to pass. #T9#
MacGowan is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Catch Wrestler trying to control but MacGowan is working from the bottom.
Catch Wrestler stopping the sweep attempt from MacGowan.
Catch Wrestler wants to control from the top but MacGowan keeps moving.
Catch Wrestler stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. MacGowan swivels though and keeps the full guard.
MacGowan looking to control.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now MacGowan is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Catch Wrestler (6) vs (4) MacGowan
MacGowan stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Catch Wrestler swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T10#
MacGowan wants to control from the top but Catch Wrestler keeps moving.
MacGowan won't allow Catch Wrestler to sweep him here.
MacGowan trying to control the position from guard on top but Catch Wrestler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. MacGowan gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
MacGowan has gone for a leg lock! Catch Wrestler slips out almost immediately though and dives into MacGowan's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Catch Wrestler (8) vs (4) MacGowan
Catch Wrestler postures up. #T11##SUB2#
MacGowan had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Catch Wrestler defends it easily.
MacGowan lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Catch Wrestler (8) vs (6) MacGowan
Catch Wrestler controls MacGowan momentarily but MacGowan frees himself.
MacGowan sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Catch Wrestler's guard. #SUB2#
MacGowan is looking for a kimura but Catch Wrestler is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for MacGowan to get the leverage. #SUB2#
MacGowan is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Catch Wrestler doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time MacGowan. #SUB2#
MacGowan looking for a submission but Catch Wrestler manages to get full guard, putting an end to that submission attempt. #T12#
Catch Wrestler is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Catch Wrestler 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: Catch Wrestler (10) vs (6) MacGowan
MacGowan tries to roll over but Catch Wrestler keeps him under control.#SUB#
Catch Wrestler is sneakily working for an arm triangle but MacGowan sees it coming and defends easily.#T13#
MacGowan is trying to get back to full guard.
MacGowan has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Catch Wrestler is working away from the top position though.
MacGowan is looking for a sweep. Catch Wrestler is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
MacGowan keeping control of the position.
MacGowan's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T14#
MacGowan tries to get to full guard but Catch Wrestler has control of the leg.
MacGowan wants to control but Catch Wrestler is keeping busy.
MacGowan controlling the position for now.
MacGowan trying to control here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Catch Wrestler keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#SUB2#
MacGowan actively working from the bottom here.
MacGowan is trying to maintain the position but Catch Wrestler is very close to passing his half guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
Catch Wrestler takes the fight on points by 10 to 6.
Bjj Catch Wrestler made sure to mention his sponsor, Un-Kaged Nutrition in his post fight interview.

 

Event: WP 84     
Date:   Feb 28, 2024





180 cm
38 yrs
158 lbs



174 cm
41 yrs
142 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 14 losses; Bjj Catch Wrestler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 63 wins and 48 losses; The Reverend Jim Ignatowski!
The judges for this bout are Andrew Berry, Daniel Bishop and Richard Clark.


The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Catch Wrestler gets a double leg takedown into Ignatowski's guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Catch Wrestler (2) vs (0) Ignatowski#SUB#
Catch Wrestler drops back, looking for a kneebar! Ignatowski looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Ignatowski looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Ignatowski!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Catch Wrestler (2) vs (4) Ignatowski
Catch Wrestler is looking to reverse the position.
Catch Wrestler prevents Ignatowski from moving into mount.
Ignatowski just content to control the position.
Ignatowski trying to control the action but Catch Wrestler is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Catch Wrestler is trying to get back to half guard.
Catch Wrestler is not content to let Ignatowski control the position. #T1#
Ignatowski tries to advance to mount but can't.
Ignatowski controls the position from side control.
Catch Wrestler is not content to let Ignatowski control the position.
Ignatowski is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T2#
Catch Wrestler can't do much from the bottom here.
Catch Wrestler tries to improve position but can't.
The referee asks Ignatowski politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Ignatowski prefers to stall for the moment though.
Catch Wrestler tries to control the position but he's not in luck - Ignatowski easily slips into full mount!
Score +2 for reaching mount: Catch Wrestler (2) vs (6) Ignatowski
Ignatowski wants to control the pace but Catch Wrestler is squirming around nicely.
My spies in KFA inform me that Ignatowski has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#T3#
Catch Wrestler prevents Ignatowski from taking his back.
Ignatowski controlling the position easily from mount.
Ignatowski can't control as he wanted to and Catch Wrestler manages to get the fight back to his half guard. #T4#
Catch Wrestler is refusing to be controlled, as Ignatowski sits in half guard.
Catch Wrestler wants to get back to full guard.
Catch Wrestler is working hard here to advance position.
Ignatowski not doing much here.
Catch Wrestler wants to control but Ignatowski is keeping busy. #SUB2#
Ignatowski is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Catch Wrestler is just riding it out for now. Ignatowski eventually gives up the hold. #T5#
Catch Wrestler is not content to let Ignatowski control the position.
The fighters are battling for position here. Catch Wrestler manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Catch Wrestler controlling Ignatowski's posture.
Ignatowski slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T6#
Catch Wrestler trying to keep a closed guard but Ignatowski is proving a slippery customer.
Ignatowski trying to control the position from guard on top but Catch Wrestler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ignatowski trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Ignatowski advances to half guard. #SUB2#
Ignatowski is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Catch Wrestler trying to control but Ignatowski postures up. #T7#
Ignatowski content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Ignatowski moves into full mount! Catch Wrestler won't be happy about that!
Score +3 for passing guard: Catch Wrestler (2) vs (9) Ignatowski
Ignatowski prevents Catch Wrestler from getting the reversal.
Catch Wrestler is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Blacktalians MMA, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Ignatowski looking to control but Catch Wrestler is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
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.
Catch Wrestler tries to lock up and control but Ignatowski gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T8#
Catch Wrestler is in all sorts of trouble here.
Ignatowski controlling his opponent.
Catch Wrestler is squirming around, avoiding Ignatowski's attempts to control the action.
Ignatowski controlling the pace for now.
Catch Wrestler has given up his back - I don’t know if this is a deliberate ploy to try and escape or if he is just struggling down there.
Score +3 for taking back: Catch Wrestler (2) vs (12) Ignatowski#T9#
Catch Wrestler really must keep his cool here. He's controlling one of Ignatowski's hands and whilst he does that, he's got a chance of escaping the position.
Will Ignatowski go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Catch Wrestler wants to escape the position.
Well, with Ignatowski on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Catch Wrestler is tapping out... Can he escape the position?
Ignatowski struggling to keep hold of the position.
Catch Wrestler trying to control the position but Ignatowski manages to sink in the hooks.
Ignatowski is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish. #T10#
Catch Wrestler just trying to survive but Ignatowski is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Ignatowski is looking to control Catch Wrestler but Catch Wrestler is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Ignatowski gets his hands free as Catch Wrestler looks to control.
Catch Wrestler looking very determined here, making life difficult for Ignatowski.
Catch Wrestler trying to control the hands but Ignatowski won't let him.
Catch Wrestler tries to escape the position. #T11#
Catch Wrestler is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Ignatowski.
Ignatowski is trying to control but Catch Wrestler is trying to escape here - he's now mounted.
Ignatowski looking to control and managing it successfully.
Catch Wrestler wants to control but Ignatowski is having none of it.
Ignatowski looking to control and managing it successfully.
Ignatowski can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Catch Wrestler is looking to escape.
Well,Catch Wrestler is on his way to losing a decision here. Can he use his experience to pull something off in the closing minutes?#T12#
Ignatowski seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Catch Wrestler is holding on tight.
Catch Wrestler wants to control but Ignatowski is having none of it.
Ignatowski trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Ignatowski controlling the pace for now.
Ignatowski tries to control but Catch Wrestler wriggling away. #T13#
Ignatowski might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Catch Wrestler haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Catch Wrestler tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Ignatowski moves to the back position.
Score +3 for taking back: Catch Wrestler (2) vs (15) Ignatowski
Ignatowski not allowing Catch Wrestler to control his hands. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent. #SUB2#
Ignatowski patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?#T14##SUB2#
Ignatowski 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, Catch Wrestler has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Catch Wrestler rolls, trying to escape but Ignatowski keeps control of the position.
Will Ignatowski go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Catch Wrestler wants to control his opponent's hands but Ignatowski gets his hands free.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ignatowski wins on points by 15 to 2.
The Reverend Jim Ignatowski decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

 

Event: WP 76     
Date:   Jan 31, 2024





178 cm
32 yrs
171 lbs



180 cm
37 yrs
158 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 77 wins and 50 losses; Bogdan Kersikov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 13 losses; Bjj Catch Wrestler!
The judges for this bout are Richard Clark, Chris Edwards and James Ackerman.


The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Catch Wrestler looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#TD#
Kersikov closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Catch Wrestler to the mat! Catch Wrestler manages to get full guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Kersikov (2) vs (0) Catch Wrestler
Kersikov looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Kersikov passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (5) vs (0) Catch Wrestler
Kersikov takes a little break here. Catch Wrestler wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Catch Wrestler is trying to control Kersikov's posture but Kersikov avoids it. #T1##SUB#
Kersikov goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Catch Wrestler rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Kersikov's guard! Nice work there by Catch Wrestler!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (5) vs (2) Catch Wrestler
Kersikov has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.#SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Kersikov is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Kersikov has escaped and now he's on top!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (7) vs (2) Catch Wrestler
Catch Wrestler wants to control the position but Kersikov says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Catch Wrestler wants to control but Kersikov is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T2#
Kersikov takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Catch Wrestler tries to roll over but Kersikov keeps him under control.
Catch Wrestler is trying to maintain the position but Kersikov is very close to passing his half guard.
Kersikov controlling the pace.
Catch Wrestler 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.
Catch Wrestler wants to control but Kersikov is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T3#
Kersikov trying to control the pace.
Catch Wrestler wants to get back to full guard.
Catch Wrestler is trying to control but can't.
Kersikov is taking a breather. Catch Wrestler 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.
Catch Wrestler wants to get back to full guard but Kersikov has mounted him!
Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (10) vs (2) Catch Wrestler#T4#
Catch Wrestler tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Catch Wrestler wants to hold on but Kersikov pushes him away.
Kersikov controlling his opponent.
Catch Wrestler is just holding on here. Kersikov manages to take his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Kersikov (13) vs (2) Catch Wrestler
Kersikov controls the action.#T5#
Kersikov keeps control of the position as Catch Wrestler tries to break free.
Catch Wrestler trying to control the hands but Kersikov breaks the grip.
Kersikov has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Catch Wrestler's body.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Catch Wrestler manages to reverse the position and now he's in Kersikov's guard. Nice work there by Catch Wrestler.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (13) vs (4) Catch Wrestler#T6#
Catch Wrestler being controlled here momentarily.
Catch Wrestler content to stall in guard here.
Catch Wrestler being controlled here momentarily.
Catch Wrestler wants to control from the top but Kersikov keeps moving. #T7#
Kersikov is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Catch Wrestler is stalling in the full guard.
Catch Wrestler trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Catch Wrestler is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#T8#
Kersikov being controlled here, momentarily.
Kersikov keeping moving, preventing Catch Wrestler from controlling successfully.
Kersikov can't keep his opponent in guard - Catch Wrestler advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Catch Wrestler is trying to control the action in half guard but Kersikov is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T9#
Catch Wrestler works his way into full mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (13) vs (7) Catch Wrestler
Kersikov is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Catch Wrestler looking to control but Kersikov is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Kersikov is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Kersikov is desperately trying to get back to half guard. #T10#
Catch Wrestler wants to take Kersikov's back but he can't do it this time.
Catch Wrestler tries to control but Kersikov wriggling away.
Catch Wrestler prevents Kersikov from getting the reversal.
Catch Wrestler seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Kersikov is holding on tight.
Catch Wrestler tries to control but Kersikov wriggling away.
Kersikov tries to lock up and control but Catch Wrestler gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T11#
Catch Wrestler pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Catch Wrestler sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Kersikov gets back to half guard.#SUB2#
Kersikov is defending against the submission attempts here by Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T12##SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is looking for a kimura here.
Kersikov is trying to get back to full guard.#T13#
Catch Wrestler trying to control the action but Kersikov is working from the bottom.
Still in half guard, Catch Wrestler seems content to control.
Kersikov wants to improve his position but Catch Wrestler is controlling well.
Catch Wrestler is pressing down on Kersikov's thigh, looking to free his foot. Kersikov is holding on for now. #T14#
Kersikov regains full guard. Nicely done.
Catch Wrestler trying to control but Kersikov is working from the bottom.
Catch Wrestler is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Catch Wrestler must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Catch Wrestler looking to sit in guard and control but Kersikov gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (15) vs (7) Catch Wrestler

And that's the end of the fight!
Kersikov takes the fight on points by 15 to 7.
An out of breath Bogdan Kersikov thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

 

Event: WP 75     
Date:   Jan 27, 2024





180 cm
37 yrs
158 lbs



185 cm
45 yrs
185 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 12 losses; Bjj Catch Wrestler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 62 wins and 57 losses; Shane MacGowan!
The judges for this bout are Richard Clark, Andrew Berry and James Ackerman.


Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Catch Wrestler is trying hard to land a takedown here. MacGowan sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler shoots in looking for a takedown. MacGowan tries to sprawl out of it but Catch Wrestler keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. MacGowan manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
MacGowan tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bjj Catch Wrestler. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD2#
MacGowan drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Catch Wrestler (0) vs (4) MacGowan#SUB2#
MacGowan looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Catch Wrestler is not content to let MacGowan control the position. #SUB2#
MacGowan 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.#SUB2#
MacGowan tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no MacGowan has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #T1#
Catch Wrestler is trying to control MacGowan's posture but MacGowan avoids it. #SUB2#
MacGowan is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Catch Wrestler has escaped the position, nice work there.
You can see the frustration on Catch Wrestler's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
MacGowan wants to lay and pray for a moment but Catch Wrestler keeps working. #SUB2#
MacGowan working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB2#
MacGowan tries for a kimura but Catch Wrestler is defending well. #T2#
Catch Wrestler controls the position for a moment.
MacGowan working away.#SUB2#
MacGowan tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no MacGowan has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Catch Wrestler is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on MacGowan's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Catch Wrestler is trying to maintain the position but MacGowan is very close to passing his half guard.
My spies in Ground Zero Workout Gym inform me that MacGowan has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#SUB2#
MacGowan is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Catch Wrestler sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
MacGowan is working for a kimura but Catch Wrestler is defending it quite comfortably. #T3#
Catch Wrestler trying to control here. #SUB2#
MacGowan is working for a submission of some sort.
MacGowan is trying to control. Catch Wrestler wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Catch Wrestler is looking to control MacGowan's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Catch Wrestler avoid being mounted?#SUB2#
MacGowan is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Catch Wrestler has managed to free his arm - good work.
Catch Wrestler is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T4##SUB2#
MacGowan is looking for a kimura here.
Catch Wrestler wants to get back to full guard.
MacGowan is pressing down on Catch Wrestler's thigh, looking to free his foot. Catch Wrestler is holding on for now.
Catch Wrestler trying to control but MacGowan postures up.
MacGowan looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB2#
MacGowan 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. Catch Wrestler tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from MacGowan!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Shane MacGowan!
An out of breath Shane MacGowan thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

 

Event: WP 74     
Date:   Jan 24, 2024





207 cm
35 yrs
260 lbs



180 cm
37 yrs
158 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 43 wins and 59 losses; Boris Balkan! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 11 losses; Bjj Catch Wrestler!
The judges for this bout are Chris Edwards, Phil Schofield and Richard Clark.


The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Catch Wrestler looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#TD#
Balkan gets the takedown into side control.
Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Balkan (4) vs (0) Catch Wrestler
Catch Wrestler is looking to reverse the position.
Catch Wrestler seems a little lost for a moment, as Balkan dominates the positioning.
Catch Wrestler is looking for a sweep.
Catch Wrestler manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Catch Wrestler is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Catch Wrestler is trying to maintain the position but Balkan is very close to passing his half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Balkan prevents Catch Wrestler from improving his position.
Balkan will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T1#
Balkan trying to mount his opponent but Catch Wrestler defends it.
Balkan is working hard here to advance position.
Catch Wrestler wants to control but Balkan is keeping busy.
Catch Wrestler trying to get back to full guard but Balkan takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Balkan (7) vs (0) Catch Wrestler
Balkan content just to control the position here. #T2#
Catch Wrestler is wriggling around trying to escape. #SUB#
Balkan looking to secure an arm triangle but Catch Wrestler defends it well.
Balkan tries to control but Catch Wrestler wriggling away.
Catch Wrestler tries to lock up and control but Balkan gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T3#
Balkan trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Balkan wants to control but instead Catch Wrestler manages to regain half guard. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler actively working from the bottom here.
Balkan wants to lay and pray for a moment but Catch Wrestler keeps working.
Balkan is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Balkan (10) vs (0) Catch Wrestler
Balkan controlling from mount. #T4#
Catch Wrestler tries to improve his position but instead Balkan has taken his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Balkan (13) vs (0) Catch Wrestler
Balkan not allowing Catch Wrestler to control his hands. #SUB#
Balkan is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Catch Wrestler has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
What can Catch Wrestler do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight! #T5##SUB#
Balkan tightening his grip on Catch Wrestler, looking for the choke.
We've been hearing good reports from Balkan'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.
You can see the frustration on Catch Wrestler's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Balkan tries to get the hooks in deep but Catch Wrestler pushed the leg off.
Catch Wrestler is in bad spot here.
Balkan gets his hands free as Catch Wrestler looks to control.
What can Catch Wrestler do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight! #T6##SUB#
Balkan tightening his grip on Catch Wrestler, looking for the choke.
Catch Wrestler is keeping busy. #T7#
Balkan is riding his opponent, not letting Catch Wrestler buck him off. #SUB#
Balkan working for a choke but Catch Wrestler is defending well.
Catch Wrestler trying to control the position but Balkan manages to sink in the hooks. #SUB#
Balkan is looking for the choke from the back position but Catch Wrestler is controlling his hands well.
Catch Wrestler is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Balkan off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
Catch Wrestler wants to escape the position. #T8#
Catch Wrestler tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Catch Wrestler slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Balkan perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Balkan is keen to just control but Catch Wrestler is a slippery customer.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Balkan wants to control but Catch Wrestler is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Balkan is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Catch Wrestler sees it coming and defends easily.
Balkan is trying to control. Catch Wrestler wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T9#
Balkan is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Catch Wrestler is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Catch Wrestler keeps control of the position for the meantime. #SUB#
Balkan 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.
Catch Wrestler is trying to control but can't. #T10#
Catch Wrestler is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Balkan is looking for a kimura. It's pretty deep but Catch Wrestler still has the half guard so he's probably OK. Oh, Catch Wrestler has exploded into a beautiful escape there and after a quick scramble, he's ended up in side control on top! Nice work!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Balkan (13) vs (4) Catch Wrestler
Catch Wrestler wants to lay and pray for a moment but Balkan keeps working. #T11#
Balkan is trying to control Catch Wrestler's posture but Catch Wrestler avoids it.
Balkan manages to work his way to half guard, despite Catch Wrestler's best efforts.
Balkan is refusing to be controlled, as Catch Wrestler sits in half guard.
Catch Wrestler tries to pass to full mount but Balkan defends it. #T12#
Balkan is looking for a sweep. Catch Wrestler is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Catch Wrestler is trying to control the action in half guard but Balkan is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Balkan slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Catch Wrestler tries to free his leg and advance position but Balkan is retaining full guard.
Catch Wrestler is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Balkan wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Catch Wrestler is now in half guard. #T13#
Balkan wants to control but Catch Wrestler is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Catch Wrestler trying to pass the guard but Balkan defending well.
Catch Wrestler is thwarting Balkan's attempts to control the position.
Catch Wrestler wants to control but Balkan is keeping him busy.
Balkan trying to control from the bottom. #T14#
Balkan works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB#
Balkan is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Catch Wrestler is aware though and is defending well.
Catch Wrestler is pushing down on Balkan's leg trying to pass to half guard. Balkan is fighting to maintain full guard but Catch Wrestler has managed to sneak the leg through.
The fighters are battling for position here. Balkan manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Balkan looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Balkan is trying to keep Catch Wrestler in close.
Catch Wrestler content to stall in guard here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Balkan is trying to control the position but Catch Wrestler postures up.

And that's the end of the fight!
Balkan takes the fight on points by 13 to 4.
Our winner, Boris Balkan, 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.

 

Event: WP 72     
Date:   Jan 17, 2024





180 cm
37 yrs
158 lbs



185 cm
45 yrs
185 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 10 losses; Bjj Catch Wrestler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 61 wins and 56 losses; Shane MacGowan!
The judges for this bout are Andrew Berry, Colin Fotheringham and William Gold.


The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
MacGowan shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Catch Wrestler napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Catch Wrestler (0) vs (4) MacGowan
Catch Wrestler manages to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
MacGowan is looking for a kimura here. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is defending against the submission attempts here by MacGowan.
Catch Wrestler wants to get back to full guard.
MacGowan working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Catch Wrestler's thigh. Catch Wrestler counters though and makes it back to full guard.
Catch Wrestler is trying to control the position from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacGowan wants to pass the guard but Catch Wrestler is keeping the position.#SUB2#
MacGowan has gone for a leg lock! Catch Wrestler slips out almost immediately though and dives into MacGowan's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Catch Wrestler (2) vs (4) MacGowan#T1#
MacGowan trying to control the position here.
Catch Wrestler stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. MacGowan swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Catch Wrestler postures up.
Catch Wrestler tries to free his leg and advance position but MacGowan is retaining full guard.
Catch Wrestler trying to control the position from guard on top but MacGowan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
MacGowan looking to hit a scissor sweep but Catch Wrestler is one step ahead there.
Catch Wrestler is fighting to break MacGowan's control of his arms but MacGowan is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
MacGowan wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB2#
MacGowan is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Catch Wrestler rolls with it to try and escape but MacGowan cranks on the arm and Catch Wrestler is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Shane MacGowan!
A relieved looking Shane MacGowan thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

 

Event: WP 71     
Date:   Jan 13, 2024





193 cm
43 yrs
207 lbs



180 cm
37 yrs
158 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 90 wins and 54 losses; Moldy Jello! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 9 losses; Bjj Catch Wrestler!
The judges for this bout are James Atkins, Donald Grub and Chris Edwards.


The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Catch Wrestler misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Jello appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Catch Wrestler darts in looking for a takedown but Jello gets double underhooks and turns Catch Wrestler into the ropes.
Catch Wrestler darts in looking for a takedown but Jello gets double underhooks and turns Catch Wrestler into the ropes.
Jello feinted with a counter takedown.
Moldy Jello has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bjj Catch Wrestler.
Jello stuffs the takedown.
Catch Wrestler has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Catch Wrestler fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Jello avoids it really well and circles away.#TD2#
Catch Wrestler manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Jello on his heels. He'll look to pass Jello's guard now, I'm sure.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Jello (0) vs (2) Catch Wrestler
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Catch Wrestler looking to pass the guard.
Catch Wrestler keeps trying to improve his position.#T1#
Catch Wrestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Jello is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Catch Wrestler must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Jello is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
We've been hearing good reports from Jello'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.
Catch Wrestler preventing the sweep.
Catch Wrestler passes Jello's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Jello is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Catch Wrestler's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Catch Wrestler's back!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Jello (4) vs (2) Catch Wrestler#T2#
You can see the frustration on Catch Wrestler's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Catch Wrestler manages to reverse the position and now he's in Jello's guard. Nice work there by Catch Wrestler.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jello (4) vs (4) Catch Wrestler
Catch Wrestler postures up.
Jello pulls Catch Wrestler in close to his closed guard and prevents Catch Wrestler from doing any damage or advancing position.#T3#
Catch Wrestler wants to control from the top but Jello keeps moving.
Jello will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Jello is pulling down on Catch Wrestler's head to control his posture.
Jello lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jello (6) vs (4) Catch Wrestler#T4#
Catch Wrestler is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Jello sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Catch Wrestler's guard.
Catch Wrestler trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Jello manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Jello (9) vs (4) Catch Wrestler
Catch Wrestler tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Catch Wrestler tries to hold on but Jello postures up.#T5#
Catch Wrestler might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Jello haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Catch Wrestler reaches up to try and control the position but Jello seems to have an arm triangle now! Uh oh! Catch Wrestler rolls and tries to escape and now Jello has his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Jello (12) vs (4) Catch Wrestler
Jello has good solid back control here.
Catch Wrestler can't escape the position. #T6##SUB#
Catch Wrestler is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Jello gets his way!
Jello tries to keep control of the position but Catch Wrestler is staying busy.
Catch Wrestler wants to control his opponent's hands but Jello gets his hands free.
I really don't envy Catch Wrestler right now.
Jello trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Catch Wrestler looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment. #T7#
Jello keeps control of the position easily here as Catch Wrestler tries to buck him off.
Catch Wrestler tries to escape but Jello has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Jello is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Catch Wrestler is in bad spot here. #T8#
Jello trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Catch Wrestler doesn't escape.
Catch Wrestler trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Jello wants to control but Catch Wrestler manages to buck him off and is now in Jello's guard! Nice work there by Catch Wrestler!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jello (12) vs (6) Catch Wrestler
Catch Wrestler is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Catch Wrestler trying to control but Jello is working from the bottom. #T9#
Catch Wrestler looking to sit in guard and control but Jello gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jello (14) vs (6) Catch Wrestler#SUB2#
Catch Wrestler escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Jello gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Jello controls from within his opponent's guard.
Catch Wrestler has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Jello has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Jello (17) vs (6) Catch Wrestler#T10#
You can see the frustration on Catch Wrestler's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Jello has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Catch Wrestler!
Score +2 for reaching mount: Jello (19) vs (6) Catch Wrestler
Jello seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Catch Wrestler is holding on tight.
Catch Wrestler is trying desperately to improve position.#T11#
Jello controlling the position easily from mount. #T12#
Jello prevents Catch Wrestler from getting the reversal.
Jello trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Jello controlling the pace for now.
Jello avoids the attempt from Catch Wrestler to control.
Jello controlling from mount. #T13#
Catch Wrestler really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Catch Wrestler tries to control Jello's body but Jello pushes him off. Catch Wrestler squirms to his side and now Jello has his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Jello (22) vs (6) Catch Wrestler
Will Jello go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Jello has good solid back control here. #T14#
Catch Wrestler trying to control the action but Jello just sinks the hooks in.
Catch Wrestler is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Good control from Jello.

And that's the end of the fight!
Jello takes the fight on points by 22 to 6.
Our winner, Moldy Jello, 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.

 

Event: WP 70     
Date:   Jan 10, 2024





180 cm
37 yrs
158 lbs



180 cm
22 yrs
174 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 9 losses; Bjj Catch Wrestler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 9 losses; Roman Kersikov!
The judges for this bout are Colin Fotheringham, Andrew Berry and Chris Edwards.


Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Kersikov fails with the takedown.#TD#
Catch Wrestler looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Catch Wrestler (2) vs (0) Kersikov
Kersikov is looking to improve his position.
Catch Wrestler trying to control from half guard but Kersikov is working away.
Kersikov controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Kersikov 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov is refusing to be controlled, as Catch Wrestler sits in half guard. #T1#
Well, if Catch Wrestler 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.
Catch Wrestler trying to control from half guard but Kersikov is working away.
Catch Wrestler is looking to advance position but Kersikov won't allow it. #T2#
Kersikov makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Kersikov.
Catch Wrestler controlling from the top position.
Kersikov keeping moving, preventing Catch Wrestler from controlling successfully.
Kersikov is controlling Catch Wrestler's posture.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Catch Wrestler engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T3#
Catch Wrestler being controlled here momentarily.
Catch Wrestler wants to control from the top but Kersikov keeps moving.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
Catch Wrestler is really struggling to control Kersikov but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Catch Wrestler slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Kersikov keeping moving, preventing Catch Wrestler from controlling successfully. #T5#
Kersikov pulls Catch Wrestler in close to his closed guard and prevents Catch Wrestler from doing any damage or advancing position.
Catch Wrestler content to stall in guard here.
Catch Wrestler wants to control from the top but Kersikov keeps moving. #T6#
Catch Wrestler pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kersikov is keeping the position for now.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Kersikov looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Catch Wrestler pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kersikov is keeping the position for now. #T7#
Kersikov keeping moving, preventing Catch Wrestler from controlling successfully.
Kersikov trying to control the position.
Catch Wrestler tries to free his leg and advance position but Kersikov is retaining full guard.
Catch Wrestler controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Catch Wrestler wants to pass the guard but Kersikov is keeping the position.
Kersikov trying to control the position.
Kersikov pulls Catch Wrestler in close to prevent any damage. #T8#
Kersikov keeping moving, preventing Catch Wrestler from controlling successfully.
Catch Wrestler showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Kersikov wants to sweep here but Catch Wrestler controlling him for the moment. #T9#
Kersikov is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Kersikov can't keep his opponent in guard - Catch Wrestler advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Kersikov is holding on to half guard well.
Kersikov won't allow Catch Wrestler to pass to mount.
Catch Wrestler is controlling the pace. #T10##SUB#
Catch Wrestler maintaining the dominant position here and is working for a kimura. He's locked it up! Kersikov could be in real trouble here! He's trying to wriggle out but Catch Wrestler has cracked it and Kersikov is screaming in pain - he's tapped out! Great finish by Catch Wrestler!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 10:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Bjj Catch Wrestler!
Bjj Catch Wrestler made sure to mention his sponsor, Un-Kaged Nutrition in his post fight interview.

 

Event: WP 69     
Date:   Jan 06, 2024





193 cm
43 yrs
207 lbs



180 cm
37 yrs
158 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 89 wins and 53 losses; Moldy Jello! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 8 losses; Bjj Catch Wrestler!
The judges for this bout are Richard Clark, James Atkins and Colin Fotheringham.


Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Catch Wrestler shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Jello tries to counter with a takedown but Catch Wrestler is quick to defend against it.
Catch Wrestler misses with a takedown attempt - Jello sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Catch Wrestler dives in and grabs Jello's left leg, looking for a takedown. Jello pushes down on Catch Wrestler's head and hops out.
Moldy Jello has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bjj Catch Wrestler.#TD2#
Catch Wrestler drives through with a takedown into Jello's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Jello (0) vs (2) Catch Wrestler
Jello being controlled here, momentarily.
Catch Wrestler looking to pass the guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Catch Wrestler trying to control but Jello is working from the bottom.
We've been hearing good reports from Jello'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.
Catch Wrestler passes Jello's left leg - he's now in half guard. #T1#
Catch Wrestler wants to take a breather but Jello is having none of it.
Jello makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Jello.
Jello wants to sweep but no luck.
Jello keeping full guard, as Catch Wrestler tries to pass.
Catch Wrestler not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T2#
Jello is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Catch Wrestler wants to control from the top but Jello keeps moving.
Jello keeping full guard, as Catch Wrestler tries to pass.
Catch Wrestler wants to control from the top but Jello keeps moving.
Jello has control of Catch Wrestler's left arm, preventing Catch Wrestler from doing any damage. #T3#
Catch Wrestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Jello is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Catch Wrestler is looking to pass into half guard but Jello pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Jello is in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jello (2) vs (2) Catch Wrestler
Catch Wrestler can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Jello controls the pace.
Jello trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Our spies down at at Blacktalians MMA inform us that Catch Wrestler has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#SUB2#
Catch Wrestler looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Jello has picked Catch Wrestler up and slammed him! Catch Wrestler can't keep hold of the triangle and Jello manages to pass to side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Jello (5) vs (2) Catch Wrestler
Catch Wrestler tries to buck Jello off but Jello is having none of it.#T4#
Catch Wrestler is still trying to improve position.
Catch Wrestler trying his best to control but Jello has mounted him.
Score +2 for reaching mount: Jello (7) vs (2) Catch Wrestler
Jello manages to capitalize on a mistake by Catch Wrestler to take his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Jello (10) vs (2) Catch Wrestler
Catch Wrestler is in bad spot here.
Jello will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Jello controlling the positon.#T5#
Jello keeps control of the position as Catch Wrestler tries to break free.
I would not like to be Catch Wrestler right now.
Jello is trying to stick to Catch Wrestler's back but Catch Wrestler is turning into Jello. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Jello's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Catch Wrestler.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jello (10) vs (4) Catch Wrestler#T6#
Jello keeping moving, preventing Catch Wrestler from controlling successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Jello tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Catch Wrestler trying to control but Jello is working from the bottom.
Jello is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Jello is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #T7#
Catch Wrestler trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Jello manages to land a sweep and now he's on top!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jello (12) vs (4) Catch Wrestler
Catch Wrestler is trying to control the position but Jello postures up.
Jello controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Catch Wrestler wants to sweep but no luck.
Jello advances position into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Jello (15) vs (4) Catch Wrestler#T8#
Jello advances nicely into full mount.
Score +2 for reaching mount: Jello (17) vs (4) Catch Wrestler
Catch Wrestler has given up his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Jello (20) vs (4) Catch Wrestler
Catch Wrestler is really stuck here.
Jello controls the action.
Jello'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.#T9#
Catch Wrestler wants to control his opponent's hands but Jello gets his hands free.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Catch Wrestler looking to control the position.
Catch Wrestler trying to control the action but Jello just sinks the hooks in. #T10#
Good control from Jello.
Jello seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Catch Wrestler for as long as he can get away with.
Catch Wrestler tries to break free.
Jello controlling from the back.
Catch Wrestler trying to control the action but Jello just sinks the hooks in.
I would not like to be Catch Wrestler right now. #T11#
Catch Wrestler is trying to break free.
Jello is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position. #T12#
Jello continues to stall.
Jello is not going to allow Catch Wrestler to sit and survive in this position. #T13#
Jello is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Jello keeps control of the position as Catch Wrestler tries to break free.
Jello biding his time, controlling Catch Wrestler.
Jello gets his hands free as Catch Wrestler looks to control. #T14#
Catch Wrestler wants to escape the position.
I would not like to be Catch Wrestler right now.
Catch Wrestler rolls, trying to escape but Jello keeps control of the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Jello has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Catch Wrestler's body.
Jello controlling well, preventing Catch Wrestler from escaping the position.

And that's the end of the fight!
Jello takes the fight on points by 20 to 4.
After winning the bout, Moldy Jello thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

 

Event: WP 68     
Date:   Jan 03, 2024





180 cm
37 yrs
158 lbs



180 cm
22 yrs
174 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 8 losses; Bjj Catch Wrestler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 8 losses; Roman Kersikov!
The judges for this bout are William Gold, Phil Schofield and Sam Margolis.


The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Catch Wrestler shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Kersikov sprawls well. Kersikov wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Catch Wrestler gets slowly back to his feet.
Kersikov fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Catch Wrestler avoids it really well and circles away.#TD#
Catch Wrestler dives in and scores a takedown into Kersikov's guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Catch Wrestler (2) vs (0) Kersikov
Our spies down at at KFA inform us that Kersikov has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Kersikov keeping full guard, as Catch Wrestler tries to pass.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Catch Wrestler wants to control from the top but Kersikov keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Catch Wrestler drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Catch Wrestler jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Catch Wrestler won't allow Kersikov to sweep him here. #T1#
Kersikov keeps trying to improve his position.
Kersikov controls Catch Wrestler momentarily but Catch Wrestler frees himself.
Catch Wrestler trying to control but Kersikov is working from the bottom.
Kersikov has Catch Wrestler pulled in close to control his posture.
Catch Wrestler stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kersikov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Kersikov is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Catch Wrestler (2) vs (2) Kersikov#T2#
Kersikov showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Kersikov can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T3#
Kersikov wants to control from the top but Catch Wrestler keeps moving.
Catch Wrestler is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Catch Wrestler wants to sweep here but Kersikov controlling him for the moment.
Kersikov is looking to pass into half guard but Catch Wrestler pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Catch Wrestler is in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Catch Wrestler (4) vs (2) Kersikov#T4#
Catch Wrestler content to stall in guard here.
Catch Wrestler postures up.
Catch Wrestler being controlled here momentarily.
Catch Wrestler trying to control but Kersikov is working from the bottom. #T5#
Catch Wrestler is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Kersikov is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Kersikov working a defensive guard here.
Catch Wrestler preventing the sweep.
Catch Wrestler wants to control from the top but Kersikov keeps moving.
Kersikov is trying to control the position from the bottom. #T6#
Kersikov being controlled here, momentarily.
Catch Wrestler trying to control but Kersikov is working from the bottom.
Catch Wrestler looking to sit in guard and control but Kersikov gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Catch Wrestler (4) vs (4) Kersikov#SUB#
Catch Wrestler had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Kersikov defends it easily.
Kersikov trying to control the position from guard on top but Catch Wrestler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T7#
Catch Wrestler controls Kersikov momentarily but Kersikov frees himself.
Kersikov wants to control from the top but Catch Wrestler keeps moving.
Catch Wrestler is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T8#
Kersikov trying to control the position from guard on top but Catch Wrestler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Catch Wrestler is looking to sweep but instead, Kersikov has passed into half guard.
Kersikov is controlling the pace.
Kersikov wants to pass to mount but Catch Wrestler is defending the position. #T9#
Catch Wrestler is looking to improve his position.
Catch Wrestler trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Kersikov manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Catch Wrestler (4) vs (7) Kersikov
Kersikov takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T10#
Catch Wrestler is in all sorts of trouble here.
Kersikov mounts Catch Wrestler! Really nice guard pass there!
Catch Wrestler tries to lock up and control but Kersikov gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Catch Wrestler is squirming around, avoiding Kersikov's attempts to control the action.
Kersikov looking to control and managing it successfully.
Catch Wrestler is squirming around, avoiding Kersikov's attempts to control the action. #T11#
Catch Wrestler is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Kersikov tries to control but Catch Wrestler wriggling away.
Catch Wrestler is looking to improve his position but Kersikov isn't that keen on the idea.
Catch Wrestler wants to hold on but Kersikov pushes him away.#T12#
Catch Wrestler is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Catch Wrestler slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Catch Wrestler is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Kersikov's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Kersikov's back!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Catch Wrestler (8) vs (7) Kersikov#SUB#
Catch Wrestler looking for the choke but no joy.
Kersikov prevents Catch Wrestler from getting a body triangle.#T13#
Catch Wrestler keeps control of the position as Kersikov tries to break free.
Catch Wrestler is looking to control Kersikov but Kersikov is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Kersikov can't escape the position.
Catch Wrestler trying to control momentarily.
Catch Wrestler controls the position.#T14#
Kersikov trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Catch Wrestler seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Kersikov is really stuck here. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Kersikov defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Catch Wrestler wants to control but Kersikov is keeping busy.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Kersikov won't enjoy being in this position. Catch Wrestler looking for the choke. Oh... he's slipped the arm under the neck - Kersikov is tapping - it's over boys! Catch Wrestler picks up the submission victory!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 14:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Bjj Catch Wrestler!
Bjj Catch Wrestler gave a mention to Un-Kaged Nutrition in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).

 

Event: WP 67     
Date:   Dec 30, 2023





185 cm
40 yrs
185 lbs



180 cm
37 yrs
158 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 37 wins and 48 losses; Strega Notturna! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 7 losses; Bjj Catch Wrestler!
The judges for this bout are James Glass, Daniel Bishop and James Atkins.


The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Catch Wrestler shoots in and bounces Notturna off the ropes to secure the takedown into guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Notturna (0) vs (2) Catch Wrestler
Notturna pulls Catch Wrestler in close to prevent any damage.
Catch Wrestler must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Catch Wrestler tries to free his leg and advance position but Notturna is retaining full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Notturna bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Catch Wrestler's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Notturna (2) vs (2) Catch Wrestler
Notturna stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Catch Wrestler swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#SUB2#
Catch Wrestler throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Notturna 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.#T1#
Catch Wrestler 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.
Notturna advances to half guard.
Notturna seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Catch Wrestler trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Score +3 for passing guard: Notturna (5) vs (2) Catch Wrestler
Notturna sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T2#
Notturna wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Notturna looking to control and managing it successfully.
Catch Wrestler stops Notturna from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Notturna controlling from mount.
Notturna looking to control but Catch Wrestler is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T3#
Notturna controlling the pace for now.
Notturna takes Catch Wrestler's back. Could be looking for a rear naked choke here - either way, Catch Wrestler is in trouble.
Score +3 for taking back: Notturna (8) vs (2) Catch Wrestler#T4#
Catch Wrestler tries to break free.
Notturna 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. #SUB#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Catch Wrestler defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Catch Wrestler trying to control the position but Notturna manages to sink in the hooks. #T5#
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Notturna is hanging on to Catch Wrestler's back as he tries to escape.
Notturna tries to get the hooks in deep but Catch Wrestler pushed the leg off.
Notturna is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Catch Wrestler is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#T6#
Notturna has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Catch Wrestler's body.
Notturna'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.
Notturna seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Catch Wrestler for as long as he can get away with.
Catch Wrestler breaks Notturna's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Notturna (8) vs (4) Catch Wrestler#T7#
Notturna trying to keep a closed guard but Catch Wrestler is proving a slippery customer.
Catch Wrestler looking to pass the guard.
Notturna is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Catch Wrestler looking to sit in guard and control but Notturna gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Notturna (10) vs (4) Catch Wrestler
Notturna wants to pass the guard but Catch Wrestler is keeping the position.#T8#
Notturna passes into half guard.
Catch Wrestler is looking to control Notturna's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Catch Wrestler avoid being mounted?
Notturna is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Catch Wrestler is looking to control Notturna's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Catch Wrestler avoid being mounted?
Notturna trying to pass the guard but Catch Wrestler defending well.
Catch Wrestler 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.#T9#
Catch Wrestler preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Catch Wrestler wants to get back to full guard.
Catch Wrestler is looking to control Notturna's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Catch Wrestler avoid being mounted?
Catch Wrestler is staying active underneath Notturna, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T10#
Catch Wrestler is trying to get back to full guard.
Notturna with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Notturna prevents Catch Wrestler from improving his position.
Notturna seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Catch Wrestler does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T11#
Catch Wrestler is in trouble now - Notturna has advanced to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Notturna (13) vs (4) Catch Wrestler
Catch Wrestler tries to reverse the position but Notturna maintains control.
Notturna is trying to take his opponent's back.
Notturna works his way to his opponent's back.
Score +3 for taking back: Notturna (16) vs (4) Catch Wrestler
Catch Wrestler can't escape the position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Notturna controls the position.#T12#
Catch Wrestler is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.
Catch Wrestler turns into Notturna and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Notturna (16) vs (6) Catch Wrestler
Notturna can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Catch Wrestler controls the pace.
Catch Wrestler trying to control but Notturna is working from the bottom.
Notturna pulls Catch Wrestler in close to prevent any damage. #T13#
Catch Wrestler postures up.
Catch Wrestler tries to free his leg and advance position but Notturna is retaining full guard.
Catch Wrestler pushes down on Notturna's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Catch Wrestler wants to control but Notturna is keeping him busy.
Catch Wrestler is thwarting Notturna's attempts to control the position.#SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is working for a submission of some sort. #T14#
Catch Wrestler controlling the pace.
Catch Wrestler trying to pass the guard but Notturna defending well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Catch Wrestler wants to control but Notturna is keeping him busy.

And that's the end of the fight!
Notturna takes the fight on points by 16 to 6.
A victorious Strega Notturna thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

 

Event: WP 66     
Date:   Dec 27, 2023





180 cm
37 yrs
158 lbs



196 cm
33 yrs
280 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 6 losses; Bjj Catch Wrestler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 33 wins and 42 losses; Anthony Lavicci!
The judges for this bout are Sam Margolis, Phil Schofield and Chris Edwards.


The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Catch Wrestler bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Catch Wrestler (4) vs (0) Lavicci
Catch Wrestler tries to move into full mount but can't pass Lavicci's legs.
Lavicci trying to remain calm as Catch Wrestler controls from the top position.
Lavicci tries to improve position but can't.
Catch Wrestler happy to just control the position for now.
Lavicci tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Catch Wrestler wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Catch Wrestler trying to control the position but Lavicci is working away. #T1#
Lavicci tries to bench press Catch Wrestler off him but Catch Wrestler keeps the position.
Lavicci stops Catch Wrestler from passing to mount.
Catch Wrestler wants to control but Lavicci is keeping him busy.
Catch Wrestler tries to move to mount but Lavicci blocks the move with his legs. #T2#
Catch Wrestler is looking to take a break and control but Lavicci is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Catch Wrestler trying to control the action but Lavicci is working from the bottom. #T3#
Lavicci regains half guard.#SUB#
Catch Wrestler is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Lavicci is just riding it out for now. Catch Wrestler eventually gives up the hold.
Catch Wrestler is looking to take a break and control but Lavicci is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T4##SUB#
Catch Wrestler wants to work for an arm triangle but Lavicci is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler is trying to work for a kimura but Lavicci is defending well.
Lavicci is staying active underneath Catch Wrestler, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Catch Wrestler is pressing down on Lavicci's thigh, looking to free his foot. Lavicci is holding on for now. #T5#
Lavicci tries to roll over but Catch Wrestler keeps him under control.
Catch Wrestler seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Lavicci does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Catch Wrestler is taking a breather. Lavicci 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.
Catch Wrestler trying to control from half guard but Lavicci is working away.
Lavicci wants to get back to full guard.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
The fighters are battling for position here. Lavicci manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T6#
Catch Wrestler's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Catch Wrestler pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lavicci is keeping the position for now.
Lavicci controls Catch Wrestler momentarily but Catch Wrestler frees himself.
Catch Wrestler has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Catch Wrestler controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Lavicci pulls Catch Wrestler in close to his closed guard and prevents Catch Wrestler from doing any damage or advancing position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T7#
Lavicci is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Lavicci trying to control the position.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Lavicci holds on and takes a little breather.
Catch Wrestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Lavicci is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T8#
Catch Wrestler looking to sit in guard and control but Lavicci gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Catch Wrestler (4) vs (2) Lavicci
Lavicci wants to control from the top but Catch Wrestler keeps moving.
Lavicci sitting in guard here, content to control. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Lavicci looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T9#
Lavicci stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Catch Wrestler swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Catch Wrestler trying to control the position.
Lavicci works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Catch Wrestler wants to get back to full guard.
Lavicci stalling away here and it's allowed Catch Wrestler to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Catch Wrestler keeping moving, preventing Lavicci from controlling successfully. #T10#
Lavicci passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Score +3 for passing guard: Catch Wrestler (4) vs (5) Lavicci
Catch Wrestler manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Catch Wrestler (6) vs (5) Lavicci#SUB#
Catch Wrestler is looking for a kimura here.
Lavicci slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#T11#
Lavicci is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Catch Wrestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Lavicci is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lavicci has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Ground Zero Workout Gym. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Lavicci is trying to control the position but Catch Wrestler postures up. #T12#
Catch Wrestler looking to pass the guard.
Lavicci looking to hit a scissor sweep but Catch Wrestler is one step ahead there.
Lavicci working a defensive guard here. #T13#
Catch Wrestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Lavicci is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lavicci not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Lavicci is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Lavicci has escaped and now he's on top!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Catch Wrestler (6) vs (7) Lavicci
Lavicci sitting in guard here, content to control. #T14#
Lavicci wants to control from the top but Catch Wrestler keeps moving.
Lavicci trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Catch Wrestler is pulling down on Lavicci's head. It's preventing any offense from Lavicci, at least for the moment.
Catch Wrestler controls Lavicci momentarily but Lavicci frees himself.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lavicci wants to pass the guard but Catch Wrestler is keeping the position.

And that's the end of the fight!
Lavicci wins on points by 7 to 6.
After winning the bout, Anthony Lavicci thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

 

Event: WP 65     
Date:   Dec 23, 2023





180 cm
37 yrs
158 lbs



180 cm
22 yrs
174 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 6 losses; Bjj Catch Wrestler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 6 losses; Roman Kersikov!
The judges for this bout are Steven Brown, Sam Margolis and Daniel Bishop.


The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Kersikov shoots for a double leg takedown but Catch Wrestler sprawls well. He's pushed Kersikov's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Catch Wrestler shoots in but no luck this time. #TD#
Catch Wrestler closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Kersikov did well to prevent Catch Wrestler getting side control.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Catch Wrestler (2) vs (0) Kersikov
Catch Wrestler tries to pass to full mount but Kersikov defends it.
Kersikov wants to get back to full guard.
Kersikov slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Kersikov wants to sweep but no luck.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov pulls Catch Wrestler in to control the position.
Catch Wrestler trying to control but Kersikov is working from the bottom. #T1#
Kersikov wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Catch Wrestler is stalling in the full guard.
Catch Wrestler looking to pass the guard. #T2#
Kersikov is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler drops back looking for a leg! Kersikov is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Kersikov manages to kick Catch Wrestler off! Catch Wrestler jumps back into Kersikov's guard.
Catch Wrestler preventing the sweep. #T3#
Kersikov keeping moving, preventing Catch Wrestler from controlling successfully.
Catch Wrestler slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Score +3 for passing guard: Catch Wrestler (5) vs (0) Kersikov#SUB#
Catch Wrestler is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Kersikov is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Catch Wrestler trying to control the position but Kersikov is working away. #T4##SUB#
Catch Wrestler working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Catch Wrestler in side control, just content to control the action for now. #T5#
You can see the frustration on Kersikov's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Kersikov regains half guard.
Catch Wrestler content to control rather than advance.
Kersikov 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.
Kersikov is not content to let Catch Wrestler control the position.#T6##SUB#
Catch Wrestler seems to be looking for submissions.
Catch Wrestler controlling the action here.
Catch Wrestler is pressing down on Kersikov's thigh, looking to free his foot. Kersikov is holding on for now. #T7#
Kersikov is not content to let Catch Wrestler control the position.
Kersikov is pressing down on Catch Wrestler's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Catch Wrestler sitting in guard here, content to control.
Catch Wrestler wants to control from the top but Kersikov keeps moving. #T8#
Catch Wrestler wants to pass the guard but Kersikov is keeping the position.
Catch Wrestler stopping the sweep attempt from Kersikov.
Kersikov is adopting a defensive guard.
Catch Wrestler wants to control from the top but Kersikov keeps moving.
Kersikov manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Catch Wrestler manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Catch Wrestler (5) vs (2) Kersikov
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T9#
Catch Wrestler trying to control the position. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Kersikov passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Catch Wrestler (5) vs (5) Kersikov
Kersikov controlling the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T10#
Catch Wrestler struggling a bit here.
Kersikov is looking to take a break and control but Catch Wrestler is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
You can see the frustration on Catch Wrestler's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Catch Wrestler is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Blacktalians MMA, so we'll see if he gets out of it.#T11#
Catch Wrestler is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
Catch Wrestler is looking for a sweep.
Kersikov controlling from side mount.
Catch Wrestler tries to bench press Kersikov off him but Kersikov keeps the position.
Kersikov content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though. #T12#
Catch Wrestler wants to control but Kersikov postures up.
Kersikov is looking to take a break and control but Catch Wrestler is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Kersikov taking a breather here. #T13#
Catch Wrestler is trying to get back to half guard.
Catch Wrestler is working hard here to advance position.
The referee asks Kersikov politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Kersikov prefers to stall for the moment though.
Catch Wrestler is trying to improve his position.#T14#
Catch Wrestler is trying to control Kersikov's posture but Kersikov avoids it.
Kersikov controls the position.
Catch Wrestler tries to buck Kersikov off but Kersikov is having none of it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!

And that's the end of the fight!
As we have tied on points, we go to a tie breaker and Catch Wrestler gets a bonus point for attempting more subs.
Catch Wrestler takes the fight on points by 6 to 5.
Bjj Catch Wrestler gave a mention to Un-Kaged Nutrition in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).

 

Event: WP 64     
Date:   Dec 20, 2023





180 cm
37 yrs
158 lbs



200 cm
38 yrs
195 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 5 losses; Bjj Catch Wrestler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 43 wins and 26 losses; Vasiliy Kulik!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Bishop, Donald Grub and Sam Margolis.


The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Catch Wrestler gets tackled into the cage by Kulik. Kulik maintains the clinch.
Kulik tries to score a body lock takedown but Catch Wrestler shows good agility there to stay on his feet.#TD2#
Kulik has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Catch Wrestler uses from the top position.
Catch Wrestler content to stall in guard here.
Catch Wrestler looking to pass the guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Catch Wrestler is looking to advance position but Kulik has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Catch Wrestler (0) vs (4) Kulik#T1#
Kulik controlling the position easily from mount.
Let's hope that Kulik 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.
Catch Wrestler has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.#T2#
Catch Wrestler is working to get back to half guard.
Kulik looking to control and managing it successfully.
Catch Wrestler is working to get back to half guard.
Catch Wrestler might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Kulik tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T3#
Kulik prevents Catch Wrestler from getting the reversal.
Kulik content just to control the position here. #T4#
Catch Wrestler tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Kulik controlling the pace for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Catch Wrestler 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.
Kulik is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Kulik passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Catch Wrestler!
Score +3 for passing guard: Catch Wrestler (0) vs (7) Kulik#T5#
Kulik controlling his opponent.
Catch Wrestler is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Kulik controlling his opponent. #T6#
Catch Wrestler working to try and regain half guard.
Kulik controlling his opponent.
Catch Wrestler is in all sorts of trouble here. #T7#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kulik controlling the position easily from mount.
Kulik is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Catch Wrestler is working to get back to half guard.
Kulik controlling from the full mount. #T8#
Kulik avoids the attempt from Catch Wrestler to control.
Catch Wrestler working to try and regain half guard.
Catch Wrestler is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T9#
Kulik sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Kulik wants to take Catch Wrestler's back here but Catch Wrestler is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Catch Wrestler wants to hold on but Kulik pushes him away.
Kulik has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at KFA. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Catch Wrestler stops Kulik from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Kulik controlling from mount. #T10#
Catch Wrestler is controlling an arm, preventing Kulik from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Kulik takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Kulik's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T11#
Catch Wrestler is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Kulik tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Catch Wrestler keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Kulik looking to control and managing it successfully. #T12##T13#
Catch Wrestler 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.
Kulik is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Catch Wrestler trying to hold on to Kulik's head to control him but Kulik postures up.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Kulik in particular looking to stall.#T14#
It looks like Kulik might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Kulik wants to pass the guard but Catch Wrestler is defending well.
Catch Wrestler has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Kulik is working away from the top position though.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kulik tries to pass the half guard into mount. Catch Wrestler knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kulik wins on points by 7 to 0.
After winning the bout, Vasiliy Kulik thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

 

Event: WP 63     
Date:   Dec 16, 2023





193 cm
43 yrs
207 lbs



180 cm
37 yrs
158 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 87 wins and 49 losses; Moldy Jello! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 4 losses; Bjj Catch Wrestler!
The judges for this bout are Richard Clark, Sam Margolis and James Ackerman.


Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Horrible takedown attempt by Catch Wrestler or perhaps it was just good defense by Jello, which made it look bad.
Jello attempts a counter takedown but Catch Wrestler avoids it well and moves away.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Catch Wrestler.
Jello tries to counter with a takedown but Catch Wrestler is quick to defend against it.
Catch Wrestler fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Moldy Jello has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bjj Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#TD2#
Catch Wrestler gets a double leg takedown into Jello's guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Jello (0) vs (2) Catch Wrestler
Catch Wrestler must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Catch Wrestler content to stall in guard here.
Catch Wrestler trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T1#
Jello looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Jello has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Catch Wrestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Jello is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
Jello trying to control the position.
Catch Wrestler wants to control from the top but Jello keeps moving.
Jello has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Jello will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Jello keeping full guard, as Catch Wrestler tries to pass.
Catch Wrestler slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #T3#
Catch Wrestler stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Jello swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Jello managing to control the position.
Catch Wrestler pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Jello is keeping the position for now. #T4#
Catch Wrestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Jello is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Jello trying to keep a closed guard but Catch Wrestler is proving a slippery customer.
Catch Wrestler wants to control from the top but Jello keeps moving. #T5#
Jello keeping full guard, as Catch Wrestler tries to pass.
Catch Wrestler stopping the sweep attempt from Jello.
Jello keeping full guard, as Catch Wrestler tries to pass.
Jello looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Jello bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Catch Wrestler's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jello (2) vs (2) Catch Wrestler
Catch Wrestler wants to sweep but no luck.
Jello postures up. #T6#
Jello showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Catch Wrestler trying to control the position. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler working for a triangle but Jello defends it easily.
Catch Wrestler is trying to keep Jello in close. #T7#
Jello pushes down on Catch Wrestler's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Catch Wrestler tries to roll over but Jello keeps him under control.
Jello is looking to take a break and control but Catch Wrestler is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T8#
Jello looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Catch Wrestler is doing well to control the position and prevent Jello from advancing to side control.
Catch Wrestler trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Score +3 for passing guard: Jello (5) vs (2) Catch Wrestler
Catch Wrestler is wriggling around trying to escape. #T9#
Jello manages to capitalize on a mistake by Catch Wrestler to take his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Jello (8) vs (2) Catch Wrestler
Jello controlling well, preventing Catch Wrestler from escaping the position.
Catch Wrestler 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.
Jello wants to control but Catch Wrestler is keeping busy.
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.
Jello is trying to stick to Catch Wrestler's back but Catch Wrestler is turning into Jello. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Jello's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Catch Wrestler.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jello (8) vs (4) Catch Wrestler
Catch Wrestler trying to control but Jello is working from the bottom.
Jello lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jello (10) vs (4) Catch Wrestler
Jello trying to control but Catch Wrestler is working from the bottom. #T10#
Catch Wrestler is trying to hold Jello in close to prevent damage but Jello has managed to pass into half guard.
Jello wants to control but Catch Wrestler is keeping him busy.
Catch Wrestler is trying to maintain the position but Jello is very close to passing his half guard.
Catch Wrestler tries to get to full guard but Jello has control of the leg.
Catch Wrestler has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Jello is working away from the top position though.#T11#
Catch Wrestler tries to get to full guard but Jello has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Catch Wrestler wants to get back to full guard but Jello has mounted him!
Score +3 for passing guard: Jello (13) vs (4) Catch Wrestler#T12#
Jello wants to take Catch Wrestler's back here but Catch Wrestler is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Catch Wrestler is wriggling around trying to escape.
Catch Wrestler wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Jello (16) vs (4) Catch Wrestler
Jello doesn't have the hooks in and Catch Wrestler manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jello (16) vs (6) Catch Wrestler
Jello trying to control the position here.
Jello trying to control the position. #T13#
Jello keeping full guard, as Catch Wrestler tries to pass.
Jello manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Catch Wrestler manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jello (18) vs (6) Catch Wrestler
Catch Wrestler looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Jello puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Catch Wrestler has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Jello is working away from the top position though.#T14#
Catch Wrestler manages to get to full guard.
Catch Wrestler wants to sweep here but Jello controlling him for the moment.
Jello sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Catch Wrestler's guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Catch Wrestler trying to hold on to Jello's head to control him but Jello postures up.
Catch Wrestler won't allow Jello to pass to mount.

And that's the end of the fight!
Jello takes the fight on points by 18 to 6.
A victorious Moldy Jello thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

 

Event: WP 62     
Date:   Dec 13, 2023





190 cm
36 yrs
212 lbs



180 cm
37 yrs
158 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 41 wins and 46 losses; Long Wang! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 3 losses; Bjj Catch Wrestler!
The judges for this bout are Donald Grub, William Gold and James Glass.


The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Wang looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Catch Wrestler!
Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Wang (4) vs (0) Catch Wrestler
Wang wants to control but Catch Wrestler is keeping him busy.
Catch Wrestler looking for a sweep but Wang has passed into full mount! Oh no!
Score +2 for reaching mount: Wang (6) vs (0) Catch Wrestler
Catch Wrestler keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Wang controlling the position easily from mount.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Catch Wrestler wants to hold on but Wang pushes him away.#T1#
Wang controlling the pace for now.
Catch Wrestler is trying to escape the mount.
Wang controlling his opponent. #T2#
Catch Wrestler tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Wang controlling the position easily from mount.
Wang has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T3#
Catch Wrestler is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Catch Wrestler slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Catch Wrestler is looking to improve his position.
Catch Wrestler is trying to maintain the position but Wang is very close to passing his half guard.
Wang wants to free his trapped foot but Catch Wrestler is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T4#
Wang controlling the action here.
Catch Wrestler tries to get to full guard but Wang has control of the leg. #T5#
Wang controlling the pace.
Catch Wrestler 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.
Catch Wrestler is looking to control Wang's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Catch Wrestler avoid being mounted?
Wang controlling the action here.
Wang is looking to advance position but Catch Wrestler won't allow it. #T6#
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Wang in particular looking to stall.
Wang's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Catch Wrestler wants to get back to full guard.
Wang stalling.
Catch Wrestler wants to sweep but Wang has passed to side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Wang (9) vs (0) Catch Wrestler#T7#
The referee asks Wang politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Wang prefers to stall for the moment though.
Catch Wrestler is looking to reverse the position.
Wang wants to lay and pray for a moment but Catch Wrestler keeps working.
Catch Wrestler is looking to regain half guard here but Wang keeps moving and retains side control.
Catch Wrestler is holding Wang down, trying to stall.#T8#
Wang slows the pace down.
Catch Wrestler sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Wang works his foot free and advances to mount.
Score +3 for passing guard: Wang (12) vs (0) Catch Wrestler
Catch Wrestler is squirming around, avoiding Wang's attempts to control the action. #T9#
Catch Wrestler wants to control but Wang is having none of it.
Catch Wrestler might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Wang haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Wang controlling from the full mount. #T10#
Catch Wrestler keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Wang sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Catch Wrestler working to try and regain half guard. #T11#
Catch Wrestler is still trying to improve position.
Catch Wrestler wants to control but Wang is having none of it.
Wang sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Wang avoids the attempt from Catch Wrestler to control.#T12#
Wang controlling from the full mount.
Wang trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Wang takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Wang wants to control the pace but Catch Wrestler is squirming around nicely.
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.#T13#
Catch Wrestler is looking to improve his position but Wang isn't that keen on the idea.
Wang looking to control and managing it successfully.
Wang trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Wang takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T14#
Catch Wrestler tries to reverse the position but Wang maintains control.
Wang takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Catch Wrestler is working to get back to half guard.
Wang tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Catch Wrestler is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Wang controlling his opponent.

And that's the end of the fight!
Wang takes the fight on points by 12 to 0.
Long Wang seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

 

Event: WP 61     
Date:   Dec 09, 2023





196 cm
33 yrs
280 lbs



180 cm
37 yrs
158 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 31 wins and 39 losses; Anthony Lavicci! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 3 losses; Bjj Catch Wrestler!
The judges for this bout are Donald Grub, James Ackerman and James Glass.


Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2#
Catch Wrestler scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Lavicci (0) vs (4) Catch Wrestler
Lavicci sneaks back into half guard.
Catch Wrestler looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Catch Wrestler is trying to control. Lavicci wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Lavicci wants to get back to full guard.
Catch Wrestler tries to pass to full mount but Lavicci defends it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lavicci is staying active underneath Catch Wrestler, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Catch Wrestler wants to pass the guard but Lavicci is defending well. #T1#
Lavicci is refusing to be controlled, as Catch Wrestler sits in half guard.
Catch Wrestler wants to free his trapped foot but Lavicci is holding on for dear life with his legs.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Catch Wrestler trying to control the action but Lavicci is working from the bottom.
Lavicci trying to control but Catch Wrestler postures up.
Lavicci makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Lavicci.#T2#
Lavicci can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Catch Wrestler controls the pace.
Lavicci pulls Catch Wrestler in close to prevent any damage.
Catch Wrestler tries to free his leg and advance position but Lavicci is retaining full guard.
Lavicci has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Catch Wrestler wants to control from the top but Lavicci keeps moving. #T3#
Lavicci is pulling down on Catch Wrestler's head. It's preventing any offense from Catch Wrestler, at least for the moment.
Catch Wrestler slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Lavicci seems keen to control Catch Wrestler's posture.#T4#
Catch Wrestler won't allow Lavicci to sweep him here.
Catch Wrestler looking to pass the guard.
Catch Wrestler looking to sit in guard and control but Lavicci gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lavicci (2) vs (4) Catch Wrestler
Our spies down at at Blacktalians MMA inform us that Catch Wrestler has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Lavicci trying to control but Catch Wrestler is working from the bottom.
Catch Wrestler 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.
Catch Wrestler working a defensive guard here. #T5##SUB2#
Catch Wrestler throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Lavicci trying to control the position from guard on top but Catch Wrestler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lavicci passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Score +3 for passing guard: Lavicci (5) vs (4) Catch Wrestler#SUB#
Lavicci thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T6#
Lavicci trying to control the position but Catch Wrestler is working away.
Lavicci tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Lavicci wants to control for a moment but Catch Wrestler uses the opportunity to move back to half guard.
Catch Wrestler trying to hold on to Lavicci's head to control him but Lavicci postures up. #T7#
Catch Wrestler tries to get to full guard but Lavicci has control of the leg.
Lavicci tries to pass the half guard into mount. Catch Wrestler knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Lavicci is looking to stall here but Catch Wrestler recovers full guard.
Lavicci trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Lavicci looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Catch Wrestler can't keep his opponent in guard - Lavicci advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #T8#
Catch Wrestler has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Lavicci is working away from the top position though.
Lavicci is trying to control. Catch Wrestler wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Lavicci tries to pass to full mount but Catch Wrestler defends it.
Lavicci is controlling the pace.
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.
Lavicci moves nicely into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Lavicci (8) vs (4) Catch Wrestler#T9#
Catch Wrestler tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Lavicci wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Lavicci controlling from side mount.
Lavicci advances to mount.
Score +2 for reaching mount: Lavicci (10) vs (4) Catch Wrestler
Lavicci tries to control but Catch Wrestler wriggling away. #T10#
Lavicci wants to take Catch Wrestler's back but he can't do it this time.
Lavicci prevents Catch Wrestler from getting the reversal.
Lavicci avoids the attempt from Catch Wrestler to control.
Lavicci controlling from the full mount.
Lavicci moves to back control.
Score +3 for taking back: Lavicci (13) vs (4) Catch Wrestler#T11##SUB#
Lavicci is looking for the choke from the back position but Catch Wrestler is controlling his hands well.
Lavicci is looking to control Catch Wrestler but Catch Wrestler is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Lavicci biding his time, controlling Catch Wrestler. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Lavicci.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Lavicci's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke. #T12##SUB#
Lavicci looking for the choke but no joy.
Lavicci trying to control momentarily. #SUB#
Lavicci looking to break Catch Wrestler's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Catch Wrestler remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Lavicci will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Catch Wrestler tries to escape the position.
Lavicci wants to control but Catch Wrestler is keeping busy.#T13#
Lavicci is trying to stick to Catch Wrestler's back but Catch Wrestler is turning into Lavicci. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Lavicci's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Catch Wrestler.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lavicci (13) vs (6) Catch Wrestler
Catch Wrestler not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Lavicci bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Catch Wrestler's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lavicci (15) vs (6) Catch Wrestler#SUB2#
Lavicci sitting in guard doing not very much at all here. Catch Wrestler doesn't need a second invitation though! He's locked up a guillotine and he's squeezing tight! That is tiiiiiiiiight! Lavicci paying the price for stalling here - he's pushing hard on the arm trying to free himself but it's no use! He's tapped! WOW, quick submission from Catch Wrestler - great work!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 13:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Bjj Catch Wrestler!
An out of breath and clearly excited Bjj Catch Wrestler thanked Un-Kaged Nutrition for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).

 

Event: WP 60     
Date:   Dec 06, 2023





180 cm
37 yrs
158 lbs



174 cm
40 yrs
142 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 2 losses; Bjj Catch Wrestler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 53 wins and 39 losses; The Reverend Jim Ignatowski!
The judges for this bout are Sam Margolis, Daniel Bishop and Paul Tew.


Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Ignatowski shoots in looking for a takedown but Catch Wrestler manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Ignatowski's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Catch Wrestler tries to counter with a takedown but Ignatowski is quick to defend against it.#TD2#
Ignatowski shoots in and gets a takedown into Catch Wrestler's guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Catch Wrestler (0) vs (2) Ignatowski#SUB#
Catch Wrestler is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Ignatowski is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Catch Wrestler is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Ignatowski defends well.#SUB#
Catch Wrestler has his foot on Ignatowski's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Ignatowski works his way back into a safe position though.
Catch Wrestler keeping moving, preventing Ignatowski from controlling successfully.
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.#SUB#
Catch Wrestler working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Ignatowski has passed into half guard!
Ignatowski is taking a breather. Catch Wrestler 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.#T1#
Catch Wrestler is not content to let Ignatowski control the position.#SUB2#
Ignatowski is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Ignatowski is pressing down on Catch Wrestler's thigh, looking to free his foot. Catch Wrestler is holding on for now.
Catch Wrestler is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Blacktalians MMA, so we'll see if he gets out of it.#SUB#
Catch Wrestler looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Ignatowski performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Catch Wrestler is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T2#
Ignatowski looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Ignatowski is still trying to improve position.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Ignatowski in particular looking to stall.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Catch Wrestler is trying to get back to full guard.#T3#
Ignatowski controlling the action here.
Catch Wrestler is positioning himself well to prevent Ignatowski advancing to mount.
Ignatowski wants to pass the guard but Catch Wrestler is defending well.
Ignatowski stalling.
Catch Wrestler tries to get to full guard but Ignatowski has control of the leg.
Catch Wrestler keeps control of the position for the meantime. #T4#
Ignatowski wants to pass to mount but Catch Wrestler is defending the position.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Ignatowski in particular looking to stall.
Catch Wrestler trying to control from the bottom.
Catch Wrestler is trying to get back to full guard.
Ignatowski passes into side control, despite Catch Wrestler's attempt to control the position.
Score +3 for passing guard: Catch Wrestler (0) vs (5) Ignatowski#T5#
Catch Wrestler is looking for a sweep.
My spies in KFA inform me that Ignatowski has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Ignatowski in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Ignatowski trying to control the action but Catch Wrestler is working from the bottom.
You can see the frustration on Catch Wrestler's face as Ignatowski controls the position.
Ignatowski working away.#T6#
Ignatowski tries to advance to mount but Catch Wrestler denies him.
Catch Wrestler tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Ignatowski controlling the position.
Catch Wrestler wants to control but Ignatowski postures up.
Ignatowski wants to control but Catch Wrestler is keeping him busy.
Catch Wrestler manages to get back to half guard.#T7#
Ignatowski is looking to advance position but Catch Wrestler won't allow it.
Catch Wrestler wants to get back to full guard.
Ignatowski trying to pass the guard but Catch Wrestler defending well.
Catch Wrestler wants to control but Ignatowski is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Catch Wrestler trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Score +3 for passing guard: Catch Wrestler (0) vs (8) Ignatowski
Ignatowski controlling his opponent.
Catch Wrestler tries to hold on but Ignatowski pushes him away.
Ignatowski moves to back control.
Score +3 for taking back: Catch Wrestler (0) vs (11) Ignatowski
Ignatowski controlling from the back.#T8#
Catch Wrestler tries to escape the position.
Ignatowski trying to control momentarily.
What can Catch Wrestler do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Ignatowski controlling well, preventing Catch Wrestler from escaping the position. #SUB2#
Ignatowski is looking for the choke from the back position but Catch Wrestler is controlling his hands well.
Ignatowski controlling the position well here. Catch Wrestler rolled but Ignatowski kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Catch Wrestler rolls, trying to escape but Ignatowski keeps control of the position. #T9#
Ignatowski struggling to keep hold of the position. #SUB2#
Ignatowski looking for the choke from the back.
Ignatowski controlling well, preventing Catch Wrestler from escaping the position.
Catch Wrestler tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Catch Wrestler tries to reverse the position but Ignatowski maintains control.
Ignatowski controlling from mount.
Ignatowski is looking to work his way around to Catch Wrestler's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Ignatowski trying to control but Catch Wrestler is having none of it.
Ignatowski moves to the back position.
Score +3 for taking back: Catch Wrestler (0) vs (14) Ignatowski#T10#
Ignatowski is hanging on to Catch Wrestler's back as he tries to escape.
Catch Wrestler looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
You can see the frustration on Catch Wrestler's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Ignatowski just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Catch Wrestler trying to control but not successfully.
Catch Wrestler turns into Ignatowski and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Catch Wrestler (2) vs (14) Ignatowski#T11##SUB2#
Ignatowski has his foot on Catch Wrestler's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Catch Wrestler works his way back into a safe position though.
Catch Wrestler has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Catch Wrestler sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Ignatowski's guard.
Catch Wrestler tries to pass the half guard into mount. Ignatowski knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Catch Wrestler prevents Ignatowski from improving his position.
Ignatowski controlling the position well. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler 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.
Catch Wrestler wants to take a breather but Ignatowski is having none of it. #T12#
Catch Wrestler prevents Ignatowski from improving his position.
Catch Wrestler wants to pass the guard but Ignatowski is defending well. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Ignatowski defends it well. #T13#
Ignatowski wants to improve his position but Catch Wrestler is controlling well. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Ignatowski is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Catch Wrestler's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Catch Wrestler's back!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Catch Wrestler (2) vs (18) Ignatowski#SUB2#
Ignatowski is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Catch Wrestler manages to reverse the position and now he's in Ignatowski's guard. Nice work there by Catch Wrestler.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Catch Wrestler (4) vs (18) Ignatowski#T14#
Ignatowski is trying to control the position but Catch Wrestler postures up.
Catch Wrestler controlling from the top position.
Catch Wrestler trying to control but Ignatowski is working from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Catch Wrestler not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ignatowski wins on points by 18 to 4.
A victorious The Reverend Jim Ignatowski thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

 

Event: WP 58     
Date:   Dec 02, 2023





180 cm
36 yrs
158 lbs



193 cm
43 yrs
207 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 1 losses; Bjj Catch Wrestler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 84 wins and 48 losses; Moldy Jello!
The judges for this bout are William Gold, Paul Tew and Steven Brown.


The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Catch Wrestler shoots in looking for a takedown. Jello tries to sprawl out of it but Catch Wrestler keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Jello manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Jello with the counter takedown but Catch Wrestler avoids it easily.#CL#
Catch Wrestler has taken the fight to the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Catch Wrestler drags the fight down to the ground. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Jello escapes and throws Catch Wrestler's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Catch Wrestler (0) vs (3) Jello
Catch Wrestler manages to work his way to half guard, despite Jello's best efforts.#T1#
Jello wants to pass the guard but Catch Wrestler is defending well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Catch Wrestler looking for submissions off his back.
Catch Wrestler might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Jello performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Catch Wrestler gets full guard.
Jello trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T2#
Catch Wrestler wants to sweep but no luck.
Catch Wrestler controls Jello momentarily but Jello frees himself. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Jello 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 Catch Wrestler.
Score +3 for passing guard: Catch Wrestler (0) vs (6) Jello
Catch Wrestler has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
The referee asks Jello politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Jello prefers to stall for the moment though.
Catch Wrestler is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Catch Wrestler is working hard here to advance position.#T3#
Catch Wrestler is trying to control Jello's posture but Jello avoids it.
Jello controlling the position from side mount.
Jello has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at KFA. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.#T4#
Catch Wrestler is looking for a sweep.
Catch Wrestler tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Jello presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount!
Score +2 for reaching mount: Catch Wrestler (0) vs (8) Jello
Catch Wrestler working to try and regain half guard.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Jello controlling from mount. #T5#
Catch Wrestler is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Catch Wrestler is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Jello controlling from mount.
Catch Wrestler wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Catch Wrestler (0) vs (11) Jello
Jello is hanging on to Catch Wrestler's back as he tries to escape.
Jello controlling from the back.#T6#
Jello is trying to stick to Catch Wrestler's back but Catch Wrestler is turning into Jello. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Jello's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Catch Wrestler.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Catch Wrestler (2) vs (11) Jello
Jello has Catch Wrestler pulled in close to control his posture.
Jello keeping moving, preventing Catch Wrestler from controlling successfully.
Catch Wrestler wants to pass the guard but Jello is keeping the position.#SUB#
Catch Wrestler drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Jello dives on top into guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Catch Wrestler (2) vs (13) Jello
Jello controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T7#
Catch Wrestler controls Jello momentarily but Jello frees himself.
Jello advances to half guard.
Catch Wrestler wants to control but Jello is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Jello content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T8##SUB#
Catch Wrestler looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Catch Wrestler is looking to improve his position.
Catch Wrestler is trying to maintain the position but Jello is very close to passing his half guard.
Jello takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#T9#
Catch Wrestler is looking to control Jello's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Catch Wrestler avoid being mounted?
Catch Wrestler wants to improve his position but Jello is controlling well.
Jello controlling the action here.
Let's hope that Jello has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#T10#
Jello's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Jello moves nicely into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Catch Wrestler (2) vs (16) Jello
Catch Wrestler is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Catch Wrestler wants to get back to full guard.#T11#
Catch Wrestler moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Jello tries to free his leg and advance position but Catch Wrestler is retaining full guard.
Catch Wrestler controls Jello momentarily but Jello frees himself. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Jello looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T12#
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Jello.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Jello won't allow Catch Wrestler to sweep him here.
Jello postures up. #T13#
Jello controlling from the top position. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Jello defends well.
Jello is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T14#
Catch Wrestler looking to hit a scissor sweep but Jello is one step ahead there. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Jello defends it easily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Catch Wrestler tries to land a sweep but no joy.

And that's the end of the fight!
Jello wins on points by 16 to 2.
A relieved looking Moldy Jello thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

 

Event: WP 57     
Date:   Nov 29, 2023





174 cm
40 yrs
142 lbs



180 cm
36 yrs
158 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 52 wins and 38 losses; The Reverend Jim Ignatowski! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; Bjj Catch Wrestler!
The judges for this bout are Sam Margolis, Donald Grub and Steven Brown.


The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Ignatowski feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ignatowski (2) vs (0) Catch Wrestler
Ignatowski controls from within his opponent's guard.
Catch Wrestler is trying to keep Ignatowski in close.
Ignatowski trying to control the position from guard on top but Catch Wrestler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Catch Wrestler wants to sweep but no luck.
Ignatowski trying to control but Catch Wrestler is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler has his foot on Ignatowski's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Ignatowski works his way back into a safe position though.
Ignatowski has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Catch Wrestler tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Our spies down at at Blacktalians MMA inform us that Catch Wrestler has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Ignatowski trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T1#
Ignatowski preventing the sweep.
Ignatowski passes Catch Wrestler's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Ignatowski content to control rather than advance. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ignatowski pulls his head out easily.
Catch Wrestler tries to roll over but Ignatowski keeps him under control.
Catch Wrestler wants to control but Ignatowski is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Ignatowski seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Catch Wrestler does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Ignatowski prevents Catch Wrestler from improving his position.#T2#
Ignatowski is taking a breather. Catch Wrestler 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.
Ignatowski wants to pass the guard but Catch Wrestler is defending well.
Catch Wrestler has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Ignatowski is working away from the top position though.
Catch Wrestler wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Catch Wrestler has hold of a guillotine but he's not going to be able to crank on it really with only half guard, so it's no trouble for Ignatowski. Oh but Catch Wrestler has got full guard now! Oh boy! This one could be over very soon! Ignatowski goes limp - he's gone! Catch Wrestler jumps up and celebrates with the crowd - fantastic submission finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Bjj Catch Wrestler!
An out of breath and clearly excited Bjj Catch Wrestler thanked Un-Kaged Nutrition for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).

 

Event: WP 56     
Date:   Nov 25, 2023





180 cm
36 yrs
158 lbs



169 cm
31 yrs
155 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Bjj Catch Wrestler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 56 wins and 35 losses; Jackson Ramirez!
The judges for this bout are Phil Schofield, Andrew Berry and James Atkins.


The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Ramirez dives in and scores a takedown into Catch Wrestler's guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Catch Wrestler (0) vs (2) Ramirez#SUB#
Catch Wrestler looking for subs off his back but Ramirez has passed one foot through into half guard.
Catch Wrestler wants to control but Ramirez is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Catch Wrestler is looking to improve his position.
Catch Wrestler is working hard here to advance position.
Catch Wrestler gets full guard.
Catch Wrestler seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Catch Wrestler is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Ramirez has his hands clasped together but Catch Wrestler extends and breaks Ramirez's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Catch Wrestler.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Bjj Catch Wrestler!
Bjj Catch Wrestler made sure to mention his sponsor, Un-Kaged Nutrition in his post fight interview.

 

Event: WP 55     
Date:   Nov 22, 2023





178 cm
31 yrs
171 lbs



180 cm
36 yrs
158 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 67 wins and 40 losses; Bogdan Kersikov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Bjj Catch Wrestler!
The judges for this bout are James Atkins, Colin Fotheringham and Paul Tew.


The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Kersikov dives in and grabs Catch Wrestler's left leg, looking for a takedown. Catch Wrestler pushes down on Kersikov's head and hops out.
Kersikov shoots in looking for a takedown but Catch Wrestler manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Kersikov's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.#CL2#
Catch Wrestler rushes Kersikov and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#TD2#
Catch Wrestler jumps guard.
Catch Wrestler looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Kersikov's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB2#
Kersikov got a little sloppy there for a moment and Catch Wrestler has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Kersikov has managed to get both his arms back between Catch Wrestler's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Catch Wrestler has his foot on Kersikov's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Kersikov works his way back into a safe position though.
Catch Wrestler can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Kersikov controls the pace.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov won't allow Catch Wrestler to sweep him here.
Catch Wrestler manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Kersikov manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (0) vs (2) Catch Wrestler
Kersikov controlling the position.#T1#
We've been hearing good reports from Kersikov's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Catch Wrestler trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Kersikov can't keep his opponent in guard - Catch Wrestler advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Catch Wrestler seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Kersikov does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Catch Wrestler trying to control from Kersikov's half guard. Kersikov has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Catch Wrestler engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Catch Wrestler looking to pass the guard. #T2#
Catch Wrestler keeps trying to improve his position.
Kersikov is controlling Catch Wrestler's posture.
Catch Wrestler trying to control but Kersikov is working from the bottom.
Catch Wrestler looking to sit in guard and control but Kersikov gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (2) vs (2) Catch Wrestler#SUB2#
Catch Wrestler has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Kersikov can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T3#
Catch Wrestler wants to hit a sweep here but Kersikov passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Catch Wrestler there!
Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (5) vs (2) Catch Wrestler
Catch Wrestler really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Catch Wrestler tries to hold on but Kersikov postures up.
Kersikov prevents Catch Wrestler from getting the reversal.#T4#
Catch Wrestler manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Still in half guard, Kersikov seems content to control.
Catch Wrestler trying to control but Kersikov postures up.
Kersikov is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Catch Wrestler 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.
Kersikov looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Catch Wrestler has a hand on Kersikov's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Kersikov takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!
Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (8) vs (2) Catch Wrestler
Catch Wrestler tries to reverse the position but Kersikov maintains control.#T5#
Catch Wrestler looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Kersikov (11) vs (2) Catch Wrestler
Kersikov has the hooks in. Catch Wrestler is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Catch Wrestler turns into Kersikov and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (11) vs (4) Catch Wrestler
Catch Wrestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Kersikov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kersikov is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (13) vs (4) Catch Wrestler
Catch Wrestler tries to roll over but Kersikov keeps him under control.#T6#
Catch Wrestler is trying to maintain the position but Kersikov is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB2#
Kersikov moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Catch Wrestler.
Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (16) vs (4) Catch Wrestler
Catch Wrestler is trying to control Kersikov's posture but Kersikov avoids it.
Catch Wrestler is looking to reverse the position.#T7#
Kersikov gets to mount! Catch Wrestler was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly.
Score +2 for reaching mount: Kersikov (18) vs (4) Catch Wrestler
Catch Wrestler tries to reverse the position but Kersikov maintains control.
Kersikov avoids the attempt from Catch Wrestler to control.
Catch Wrestler tries to improve his position but instead Kersikov has taken his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Kersikov (21) vs (4) Catch Wrestler
Catch Wrestler trying to control but not successfully. #SUB#
Kersikov looking for the RNC.
Catch Wrestler tries to roll but Kersikov sticks to his back. #T8#
Catch Wrestler wants to control his opponent's hands but Kersikov gets his hands free.
Catch Wrestler tries to break free.
Kersikov just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Kersikov doesn't have the hooks in and Catch Wrestler manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (21) vs (6) Catch Wrestler
Catch Wrestler wants to control from the top but Kersikov keeps moving.
Kersikov wants to sweep but no luck. #T9#
Kersikov pulls Catch Wrestler in to control the position.
Catch Wrestler pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kersikov is keeping the position for now.
Kersikov is controlling Catch Wrestler's posture.
Catch Wrestler trying to control but Kersikov is working from the bottom.
Catch Wrestler's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Catch Wrestler tries to free his leg and advance position but Kersikov is retaining full guard.
Kersikov keeping moving, preventing Catch Wrestler from controlling successfully. #T10#
Kersikov is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (23) vs (6) Catch Wrestler
Kersikov is controlling the pace.
Catch Wrestler trying to control but Kersikov postures up.
Catch Wrestler wants to improve his position but Kersikov is controlling well. #T11#
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Kersikov in particular looking to stall.#SUB2#
Catch Wrestler actively working from the bottom here.
Catch Wrestler regains full guard. Nicely done.
Kersikov slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler looking for a guillotine here but Kersikov defends easily.
Catch Wrestler looking to control. #T12#
Kersikov's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Kersikov sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Catch Wrestler's guard.
Kersikov is taking a breather. Catch Wrestler 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.
Catch Wrestler tries to get to full guard but Kersikov has control of the leg.
Catch Wrestler has a hand on Kersikov's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Kersikov takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!
Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (26) vs (6) Catch Wrestler
Kersikov controlling the pace for now. #T13#
Catch Wrestler is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Kersikov controlling the pace for now.
Catch Wrestler tries to lock up and control but Kersikov gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Catch Wrestler is in all sorts of trouble here.
Catch Wrestler wants to control but Kersikov is having none of it.#T14#
Catch Wrestler is wriggling around trying to escape.
Catch Wrestler looks winded!
Catch Wrestler sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Kersikov is thwarting Catch Wrestler's attempts to control the position.#SUB2#
Catch Wrestler looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Catch Wrestler wants to get back to full guard but Kersikov has mounted him!
Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (29) vs (6) Catch Wrestler
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kersikov wants to take his opponent's back but Catch Wrestler doesn't allow it.
Catch Wrestler is desperately trying to get back to half guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kersikov takes the fight on points by 29 to 6.
An out of breath Bogdan Kersikov thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

 

Event: WP 54     
Date:   Nov 18, 2023





180 cm
36 yrs
158 lbs



178 cm
31 yrs
171 lbs


This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Bjj Catch Wrestler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 67 wins and 39 losses; Bogdan Kersikov!
The judges for this bout are Colin Fotheringham, William Gold and James Atkins.


The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Catch Wrestler wants to clinch up but Kersikov keeps it at a distance.
No luck for Kersikov with that takedown attempt. #TD2#
Kersikov shoots in and gets a takedown into Catch Wrestler's guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Catch Wrestler (0) vs (2) Kersikov
My spies in KFA inform me that Kersikov has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Catch Wrestler 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.
Kersikov controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler looking for a guillotine here but Kersikov defends easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Kersikov avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #T1##SUB#
Catch Wrestler looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Kersikov controlling from the top position. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Catch Wrestler 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.
Catch Wrestler looking to hit a scissor sweep but Kersikov is one step ahead there.
Kersikov advances to half guard. #T2#
Catch Wrestler tries to get to full guard but Kersikov has control of the leg.
Catch Wrestler makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Catch Wrestler.#SUB#
Catch Wrestler is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Kersikov defends it easily.
Catch Wrestler looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Catch Wrestler trying to keep a closed guard but Kersikov is proving a slippery customer. #T3#
Catch Wrestler wants to sweep here but Kersikov controlling him for the moment.
Catch Wrestler pulls Kersikov in close to prevent any damage.
Kersikov is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Kersikov doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Kersikov manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T4#
Kersikov showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Catch Wrestler not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Kersikov showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Catch Wrestler not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Catch Wrestler wants to hit a sweep here but Kersikov passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Catch Wrestler there!
Score +3 for passing guard: Catch Wrestler (0) vs (5) Kersikov
Catch Wrestler bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Catch Wrestler (2) vs (5) Kersikov#T5##SUB#
Catch Wrestler drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Kersikov dives on top into guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Catch Wrestler (2) vs (7) Kersikov#SUB#
Catch Wrestler looking for subs off his back but Kersikov has passed one foot through into half guard.
Catch Wrestler wants to control but Kersikov is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Catch Wrestler is looking to get back to full guard here but Kersikov has managed to pass to side control instead.
Score +3 for passing guard: Catch Wrestler (2) vs (10) Kersikov
Catch Wrestler is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Kersikov is one step ahead and moves to full mount!
Score +2 for reaching mount: Catch Wrestler (2) vs (12) Kersikov#T6#
Catch Wrestler is wriggling around trying to escape.
Kersikov tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Catch Wrestler wants to hold on but Kersikov pushes him away.
Kersikov controlling the pace for now.
Catch Wrestler is desperately trying to improve his position but Kersikov has a good base and remains in mount.#T7#
Catch Wrestler is working hard here to advance position.
Kersikov controlling his opponent.
Catch Wrestler tries to hold on but Kersikov postures up.
Catch Wrestler manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Kersikov not doing much here.
Catch Wrestler wants to control but Kersikov is keeping busy.
Catch Wrestler gets back to full guard. #T8#
Kersikov content to stall in guard here.
Catch Wrestler is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Kersikov controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Kersikov can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T9#
Catch Wrestler is trying to hold Kersikov in close to prevent damage but Kersikov has managed to pass into half guard.
Kersikov performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Catch Wrestler wants to improve his position but Kersikov is controlling well. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Kersikov escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Kersikov!
Score +3 for passing guard: Catch Wrestler (2) vs (15) Kersikov#T10#
Kersikov tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Catch Wrestler is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Kersikov off and has taken his back!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Catch Wrestler (6) vs (15) Kersikov#SUB#
Kersikov is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Catch Wrestler gets his way! #SUB#
Kersikov preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Catch Wrestler. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler has both hooks in and is working for a choke. Kersikov is in real trouble here. Catch Wrestler gets an arm under the chin and tightens the submission attempt... is this the end? Yes, Kersikov is tapping out! Catch Wrestler wins by rear naked choke!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 11:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Bjj Catch Wrestler!
Bjj Catch Wrestler took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Un-Kaged Nutrition for their support in the buildup to the fight.

 

Event: SYN 1031 Torhte vs Trollslayer     
Date:   Nov 10, 2023
#R1#
Catch Wrestler throws a jab but it's blocked by Widforss.
Nice uppercut lands for Widforss. That snapped Catch Wrestler's head back.
Widforss slips a jab from Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler thuds his right hand into Widforss's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Widforss lands an overhand right.
Catch Wrestler 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.
Catch Wrestler tries to clinch but Widforss moves away #TD2#
and Widforss decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Catch Wrestler's guard.
Catch Wrestler is trying to keep Widforss in close.
Catch Wrestler looking for a sweep. Not yet Catch Wrestler, not yet.
Widforss trying to control the position from guard on top but Catch Wrestler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Widforss might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Catch Wrestler haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#T1##SUB#
Catch Wrestler has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Widforss can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Catch Wrestler keeping moving, preventing Widforss from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler is looking for a triangle but Widforss pushes his legs off easily. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Catch Wrestler keeping full guard, as Widforss tries to pass. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #T2#
Widforss trying to control the position from guard on top but Catch Wrestler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Catch Wrestler is on top in guard. #REVR#
Catch Wrestler will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Widforss is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Widforss managing to control the position. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler got a little sloppy there for a moment and Widforss has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Catch Wrestler has managed to get both his arms back between Widforss's legs - danger averted.
Widforss looking to hit a scissor sweep but Catch Wrestler is one step ahead there.
Catch Wrestler is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Catch Wrestler scoring with some ground and pound. #T3##SUB2#
Widforss had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Catch Wrestler defends it easily.
Catch Wrestler trying to control but Widforss is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Widforss escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Catch Wrestler gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Catch Wrestler controlling from the top position.
Catch Wrestler is fighting to break Widforss's control of his arms but Widforss is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#SUB2#
Widforss looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Catch Wrestler is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Widforss working a defensive guard but Catch Wrestler manages to pass into side control anyway. #T4#
Widforss takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Widforss takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Widforss wants to control but Catch Wrestler postures up.
Catch Wrestler looks up at the clock and then as Widforss takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Catch Wrestler smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Catch Wrestler works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Catch Wrestler has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Widforss regains half guard.#SUB#
Catch Wrestler is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Catch Wrestler working the head and body with strikes.
Widforss has hold of Catch Wrestler's hands but Catch Wrestler slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Widforss is trying to control but Catch Wrestler passes into side control!
Catch Wrestler tries to move into full mount but can't pass Widforss's legs.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Catch Wrestler creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bjj Catch Wrestler dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Widforss connects with a single shot there.
Widforss leaves Catch Wrestler with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
And Widforss tries to counter it with a takedown but Catch Wrestler pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Widforss looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Bjj Catch Wrestler seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Widforss stuffs the takedown.
Catch Wrestler misses with a takedown attempt #TD2#
and Widforss counters with a nice double leg into side control. Catch Wrestler won't be happy with that.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bjj Catch Wrestler. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Widforss is looking to take a break and control but Catch Wrestler is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Catch Wrestler regains half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Catch Wrestler is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Widforss is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #T1#
Widforss missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler actively working from the bottom here.
Catch Wrestler regains full guard. Nicely done.
Widforss passes Catch Wrestler's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Catch Wrestler trying to control but Widforss postures up. #SUB2#
Widforss 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.
Catch Wrestler moves into full guard. #T2#
Widforss wants to pass the guard but Catch Wrestler is keeping the position.
Widforss controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Catch Wrestler keeping moving, preventing Widforss from controlling successfully.
Catch Wrestler working a defensive guard here.
Widforss looking to sit in guard and control but Catch Wrestler gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Widforss wants to sweep but no luck. #T3#
Catch Wrestler stands up over Widforss, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Catch Wrestler trying to control but Widforss is working from the bottom.
Widforss looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Catch Wrestler puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Widforss is trying to get back to full guard.
Catch Wrestler is controlling the pace.
Widforss won't allow Catch Wrestler to pass to mount.
Widforss tries to get to full guard but Catch Wrestler has control of the leg.
Widforss is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Catch Wrestler scores with a couple of nice shots.
Catch Wrestler passes the guard and advances to mount!
Catch Wrestler prevents Widforss from getting the reversal.#T4##SUB#
Catch Wrestler working for a guillotine from mount but Widforss is in no mood to give up.
Catch Wrestler scoring with strikes but Widforss is staying in there.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Widforss tries to hold on but Catch Wrestler postures up.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Catch Wrestler cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Widforss really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Catch Wrestler is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Widforss can do to turn this around?
Catch Wrestler tries to control but Widforss wriggling away.
Widforss keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Catch Wrestler lands a nice shot to the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Catch Wrestler dominating with strikes here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bjj Catch Wrestler dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! And we move into the final round!#R3#
Widforss misses with an uppercut #TD#
and Catch Wrestler counters with a nice double leg into side control. Widforss won't be happy with that.
Widforss is trying to get back to half guard.
A control attempt from Widforss but he's now mounted!
Catch Wrestler has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Widforss's face.
Catch Wrestler lands a big elbow.
Catch Wrestler working Widforss over with strikes here.
Catch Wrestler lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Widforss hang on?
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Catch Wrestler with good strikes from the mount here!
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Catch Wrestler lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
Widforss taking shots to the head.
Widforss takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
Catch Wrestler breaks from Widforss's wrist control and lands an elbow.
Widforss 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.
Catch Wrestler looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Widforss with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #T1#
Widforss is staying active underneath Catch Wrestler, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Widforss is trying to get back to full guard.
Catch Wrestler performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Catch Wrestler wants to lay and pray for a moment but Widforss keeps working.
Bjj Catch Wrestler is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Catch Wrestler looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Widforss with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Catch Wrestler drops an elbow to the side of Widforss's head.
Catch Wrestler looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Widforss missing with punches from the bottom.
The fighters are battling for position here. Widforss manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Catch Wrestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Widforss is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tyres Widforss has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Widforss trying to control the position here.
Catch Wrestler trying to control but Widforss is working from the bottom.
Catch Wrestler keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Widforss's head.
Widforss tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB2#
Widforss looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Catch Wrestler controlling from the top position. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler got a little sloppy there for a moment and Widforss has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Catch Wrestler has managed to get both his arms back between Widforss's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Catch Wrestler got a little sloppy there for a moment and Widforss has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Catch Wrestler has managed to get both his arms back between Widforss's legs - danger averted.#T3#
Catch Wrestler is stalling in the full guard.
Widforss throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Our spies down at at Crapollas Gym inform us that Widforss has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#SUB#
Catch Wrestler 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.
Catch Wrestler trying to control but Widforss is working from the bottom.
Catch Wrestler passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Widforss gets back to half guard.
Catch Wrestler takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Widforss wants to improve his position but Catch Wrestler is controlling well. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Widforss won't allow Catch Wrestler to pass to mount.
Widforss has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Catch Wrestler is working away from the top position though.
Catch Wrestler working the head and body with strikes.
Widforss is looking to improve his position.
Catch Wrestler is thwarting Widforss's attempts to control the position.
Catch Wrestler lands strikes from half guard.#SUB2#
Widforss actively working from the bottom here.
Catch Wrestler passes the guard and advances to mount!
Catch Wrestler landing shots from mount.

And that's the end of the fight!
Bjj Catch Wrestler showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Catch Wrestler, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 30:27
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 30:27
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bjj Catch Wrestler!

Bjj Catch Wrestler managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Un-Kaged Nutrition, into his post fight interview.

 

Event: SYN 1025 Choke vs Swole     
Date:   Oct 15, 2023
#R1#
Finch scores with a jab to the jaw.
Catch Wrestler throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Finch.
Finch tries to work over Catch Wrestler's front leg with a kick but Catch Wrestler checks it.
Some wild striking there from Catch Wrestler.
Finch throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Catch Wrestler tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Finch is looking to slow Catch Wrestler down with leg kicks.
Finch throws a looping overhand right but Catch Wrestler ducks down to avoid it.
Catch Wrestler doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Finch getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
The fight stays on the outside here - Catch Wrestler looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Finch swats away the attempt to clinch by Catch Wrestler.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A chopping leg kick lands by Finch.
Catch Wrestler shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Finch as he jumps to the side.
Finch fails to land with a series of punches.
Finch lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.#T1#
Finch thuds a left hand into Catch Wrestler's body.
Finch has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Yellow Lotus Center of Healing and Meditative Arts in the buildup to the fight.
Catch Wrestler avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Catch Wrestler connects with a single shot there.
Finch misses with a body shot.
Nice body punch from Finch.
Finch throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Catch Wrestler will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Finch lands a leg kick that knocks Catch Wrestler off balance momentarily.
Atticus Finch is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Horrible takedown attempt by Catch Wrestler or perhaps it was just good defense by Finch, which made it look bad.
Atticus Finch has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bjj Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler defending well as Finch loads up on a big left hand.
Catch Wrestler with the counter takedown but Finch avoids it easily.#CL2#
Catch Wrestler rushes Finch and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
A nice left hand lands by Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler tries to work over Finch's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Catch Wrestler cracks Finch with a nice body shot.#BC#
Finch escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Catch Wrestler takes one on the button.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Finch's corner calls for a 1-2. Finch obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Finch throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T2#
Finch throws a head kick that misses.
A little jabbing left from Catch Wrestler on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Finch ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Catch Wrestler blocks a jab.
Finch misses the shot to the body.
Finch throws a lazy right hand but Catch Wrestler sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Catch Wrestler misses with a takedown attempt - Finch sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Finch fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Good standup being displayed there by Finch as he connects with a hook.
A combination from Finch does no damage.
Finch on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Nice defenses there by Catch Wrestler.
Finch chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Finch swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Finch looks to throw the jab but Catch Wrestler is out of range.
Catch Wrestler moves out of range as Finch strikes.#T3##TD2#
Catch Wrestler scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.

Finch kicks off Catch Wrestler and gets to his feet.
Catch Wrestler ducks under a wild hook from Finch.
Catch Wrestler fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Catch Wrestler on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Finch lands a leg kick that knocks Catch Wrestler off balance momentarily.
Finch dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Catch Wrestler. That did some damage!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Finch thows a left - swing and a miss!
Catch Wrestler on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Finch. Finch obviously looking to wear him down.
Finch jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Catch Wrestler moves out of range as Finch strikes.
Finch tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Catch Wrestler was well out of range. Poor timing from Finch.
Catch Wrestler blocks a jab.
Catch Wrestler looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Finch works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Catch Wrestler moves in looking to clinch but Finch pushes him off.
Finch looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks. #T4#
Finch throws a leg kick but Catch Wrestler sees it coming and moves out of range.
Finch connects with an inside leg kick.
Finch ducks under a wild hook from Catch Wrestler.
Finch misses with a wild combination.
Finch misses with a right hand
enabling Catch Wrestler to counter with a crisp jab.
Finch scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Finch just misses with a punch to the body.
Finch thows a left - swing and a miss!
Finch wants to slow Catch Wrestler down by chopping away at his legs.
Finch connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Finch displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Catch Wrestler.
Atticus Finch seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Good work by Catch Wrestler as he checks the leg kick.#CL2#
Catch Wrestler closes the distance and clinches.
Catch Wrestler's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Catch Wrestler cracks Finch with a nice body shot.
Catch Wrestler blocks a punch to the side of the head. #BC#
Finch pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Atticus Finch dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Catch Wrestler takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
A clash of legs there as Catch Wrestler blocks the low kick.
Catch Wrestler keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Finch throws a hook but Catch Wrestler avoids it easily.
Catch Wrestler slips a straight right by Finch.
Catch Wrestler is looking to clinch but Finch is avoiding it.
Catch Wrestler slips a straight right by Finch.
Finch throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
An inside leg kick lands from Finch.
Finch slips a jab from Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler is looking to clinch but Finch is avoiding it. #CL2#
Catch Wrestler gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Catch Wrestler.
Finch is pressed up against the cage. Catch Wrestler has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Finch down to the mat. Finch avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Catch Wrestler throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Catch Wrestler displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Finch throws out the jab.
Catch Wrestler tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Finch is looking to counter punch.
Catch Wrestler blocks a low kick nicely.#T1#
Catch Wrestler slips a jab from Finch.
Catch Wrestler with the counter takedown but Finch avoids it easily.
Catch Wrestler on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Finch. Finch obviously looking to wear him down. #CL2#
Catch Wrestler clinches up with Finch and pushes him back against the cage.
Finch misses with a short punch on the inside.
Catch Wrestler working aggressively here.
Finch blocks an uppercut.
Catch Wrestler misses with a punch to the body.
Finch prevents a body shot from Catch Wrestler.
A nice left hand lands by Catch Wrestler.
Finch pushes Catch Wrestler back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Finch lands an uppercut.
Catch Wrestler swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Catch Wrestler fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Finch lands a right hand that snaps the head of Catch Wrestler backwards.
A short left from Finch.
A bit of stalling here from Finch.
Still in the clinch, Finch scores with a nice short uppercut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Finch lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Catch Wrestler is breathing heavily.
Finch missing with knees to the body.
Finch working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#T2#
Catch Wrestler lands a left hand that snaps the head of Finch backwards.
Finch misses with an elbow over the top.
Catch Wrestler misses with a short punch on the inside.
Finch lands a right hand.
Catch Wrestler tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Finch lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Finch lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Catch Wrestler backwards.
Catch Wrestler tries to throw a body punch but Finch avoids it by throwing Catch Wrestler back against the cage.
Finch makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Finch lands a nice uppercut.
Finch softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Finch throws a punch but it's blocked by Catch Wrestler.
With the fighters up against the cage, Finch throws an elbow but misses.
Finch blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Finch throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Catch Wrestlers head.
Catch Wrestler tries to throw a body punch but Finch avoids it by throwing Catch Wrestler back against the cage.
Finch misses with a hook to the ribs.
Catch Wrestler wants a takedown but no success here.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Finch.
Finch scores with a shot to the side of Catch Wrestler's head.
Finch lands a shoulder strike. #T3#
Finch tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Catch Wrestler avoids it.#BC#
Finch breaks from the clinch.
Catch Wrestler takes a jab right on the kisser.
Finch looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Finch missing with a left hand there. Catch Wrestler was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Catch Wrestler ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Finch moves away.
Catch Wrestler closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Finch wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Finch connects with a nice looking jab.
Finch throws a shot from downtown. Catch Wrestler moves away and avoids it.
Finch lands a right hook to the body.
Finch looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Catch Wrestler has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Catch Wrestler there as he acknowledges the shot.
Finch lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Catch Wrestler circles away quickly and effectively.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Finch connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Finch looks to throw the jab but Catch Wrestler is out of range. #T4#
Finch lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Finch swings for the body but Catch Wrestler moves out of range.
Finch misses with a looping right.#CL2#
Finch tries to keep at a distance but Catch Wrestler has taken the fight into the clinch.
Catch Wrestler tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Atticus Finch has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Catch Wrestler tries a body shot but Finch blocks it.
A short uppercut from Finch.
Catch Wrestler tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Finch scores with a shot to the side of Catch Wrestler's head.
Catch Wrestler misses with a punch on the inside.
Finch digs a right hand underneath Catch Wrestler's ribcage. Catch Wrestler let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Finch lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Catch Wrestler backwards.
Still in the clinch, Finch scores with a nice short uppercut.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#BC#
Finch breaks from the clinch.
Finch misses with a looping left.
Finch misses the shot to the body.
Finch misses with the combination.
Catch Wrestler tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Atticus Finch dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Catch Wrestler looks to score with a jab to the body but Finch is just out of range.
Bjj Catch Wrestler has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Finch fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Catch Wrestler manages to avoid it.
Catch Wrestler takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Catch Wrestler ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Catch Wrestler throws out a counter right but Finch avoids it with no problem.
Catch Wrestler slips a jab from Finch.
A little jabbing left from Catch Wrestler on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Finch steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Catch Wrestler.
Atticus Finch is winning the standup battle so far.
Finch throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Finch throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #CL2#
Catch Wrestler gets in close and instigates a clinch. #BC#
Finch escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Catch Wrestler fails with an attempt to clinch.
Catch Wrestler takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Catch Wrestler blocks a jab.
Finch slips under a jab from Catch Wrestler.
An attempted straight right counter from Finch misses the target.
Finch paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Catch Wrestler on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Finch. Finch obviously looking to wear him down.
Finch throws a shot from downtown. Catch Wrestler moves away and avoids it.#T1#
Finch lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Catch Wrestler throws a jab but it's blocked by Finch.
Finch is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Catch Wrestler can do to turn this around?
Finch with the inside leg kick.
Finch looks to land a left hand but Catch Wrestler moved out of range nicely.
Catch Wrestler fails with a takedown attempt.
Finch works the jab nicely.
Nice defenses there by Catch Wrestler.
Finch throws a looping overhand right but Catch Wrestler ducks down to avoid it.
Finch stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Finch wants it to stay on the feet.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Catch Wrestler is defended easily by Finch.
Atticus Finch has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bjj Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
A nice leg kick from Finch, right into the meat of the thigh. #T2#
Finch wants to slow Catch Wrestler down by chopping away at his legs.
Finch lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Finch.
Jab by Finch.
Finch throws a big shot that misses.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Finch throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Catch Wrestler tries to clinch up but Finch circles away and keeps his distance.
Finch looks to throw the jab but Catch Wrestler is out of range.
Catch Wrestler has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Catch Wrestler there as he acknowledges the shot.
Finch throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Catch Wrestler stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Finch scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Finch looks to throw the jab but Catch Wrestler is out of range.
Catch Wrestler walks into a left hand.
Catch Wrestler walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Catch Wrestler shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Finch as he avoids it easily.
Finch lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Catch Wrestler has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.#T3#
Catch Wrestler takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Finch darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Nice shot by Finch.
Nice jab there from Finch.
Catch Wrestler takes one on the button.
Finch dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Catch Wrestler. That did some damage!
Catch Wrestler uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Finch.
A big left from Finch misses.
Finch looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Finch scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Finch throws a low kick but Catch Wrestler avoids it.
Finch is looking to land body kicks.
Catch Wrestler takes one to the side of the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Catch Wrestler lands with an overhand left.
Catch Wrestler lands a jab to the head.
Catch Wrestler takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#T4#
Finch lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Finch misses with a body shot.
Finch lands a glancing blow to the side of Catch Wrestler's head.
Finch moves into range and connects with a jab.
Finch fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Catch Wrestler on the side of the head.
Catch Wrestler scores with a jab.
Finch lands a really nice looking cross but Catch Wrestler seems unphased.
Finch bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Finch scores with a jab.
Finch throws a jab but it's blocked by Catch Wrestler.
Finch comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Finch throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Catch Wrestler throws out a counter right but Finch avoids it with no problem.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Finch lands with a thumping leg kick.
Finch moves out of range of the strikes.
Atticus Finch is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
An inside leg kick lands from Finch.
Catch Wrestler throws a looping overhand right but Finch ducks down to avoid it.

And that's the end of the fight!
Atticus Finch showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Finch 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 Sam Margolis scores the fight 30:27
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 30:27
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Atticus Finch!

A very excited looking Atticus Finch made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

 

Event: SYN 1019 Drax vs Kilo II     
Date:   Sep 20, 2023
#R1#
Good standup being displayed there by Gavin as he connects with a hook.
Catch Wrestler shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Gavin counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Gavin takes a swing at Catch Wrestler's ribcage but misses.
Catch Wrestler tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Catch Wrestler lands a lovely overhand right.
Catch Wrestler has a takedown stuffed.
Gavin was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Gavin throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Catch Wrestler darts in looking for a takedown but Gavin gets double underhooks and turns Catch Wrestler into the cage.
Tommy Gavin has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bjj Catch Wrestler.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Catch Wrestler throws the left hand but Gavin avoids the punch easily.
Gavin throws a quick inside leg kick.
Catch Wrestler closes this distance looking for a takedown but Gavin circles away.
Catch Wrestler with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Gavin to score with a decent uppercut.#T1#
The fight stays on the outside here - Catch Wrestler looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Catch Wrestler blocks a jab.
Catch Wrestler misses with a looping left.
Gavin is looking to counter with head kicks.
Gavin stuffs the takedown.
Gavin swings widly with a right hand
and Catch Wrestler connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Gavin misses with a lunging right hand #TD2#
and Catch Wrestler counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.

Gavin uses the cage to get back to his feet.
Gavin misses with a leg kick
and Catch Wrestler connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Gavin on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
A jab from Catch Wrestler misses.
Catch Wrestler misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too. #T2#
An inside leg kick from Gavin misses.
Tommy Gavin is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#CL2#
Catch Wrestler fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Gavin, pushing him back against the cage.
Catch Wrestler makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Gavin fails to land.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Gavin.
Catch Wrestler is looking to take this one to the mat.#TD2#
Catch Wrestler gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Catch Wrestler is fighting to break Gavin's control of his arms but Gavin is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Catch Wrestler trying to control but Gavin is working from the bottom.
Gavin has control of Catch Wrestler's left arm, preventing Catch Wrestler from doing any damage.
Gavin continues to stall.#T3#
Gavin has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Catch Wrestler throws an elbow that misses. Gavin uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Catch Wrestler's guard. Nice move by Gavin!#REVR#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Catch Wrestler is on top in guard. #REVB#
Catch Wrestler is in close to Gavin's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Catch Wrestler is fighting to break Gavin's control of his arms but Gavin is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gavin looking to control.
Catch Wrestler 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. #T4#
Gavin keeping moving, preventing Catch Wrestler from controlling successfully.
Catch Wrestler is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Catch Wrestler controls from within his opponent's guard.
Catch Wrestler passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Gavin is trying to control Catch Wrestler's posture but Catch Wrestler avoids it.
Catch Wrestler in side control, throwing shots but Gavin defends.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Bjj Catch Wrestler will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Good exchange - Catch Wrestler coming out on top.
Decent striking displayed by Gavin there.
Gavin avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Catch Wrestler walks into a jab.
Gavin lands a nice leg kick that just misses Catch Wrestler's sensitive parts.
Gavin looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Gavin throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler falls off balance throwing a combination
and Gavin counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Catch Wrestler thinking.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Catch Wrestler has taken the fight to the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Gavin.
Gavin is working Catch Wrestler over against the cage.
Catch Wrestler swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Catch Wrestler makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#T1#
Catch Wrestler swings wildly with an uppercut but Gavin uses good head movement to avoid it.
Gavin works on Catch Wrestler's body with a couple of short punches.
A head punch on the inside from Catch Wrestler fails to land.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Gavin creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Gavin softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Catch Wrestler jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Gavin walks away with a smile on his face. Catch Wrestler gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Catch Wrestler throws a lazy right hand but Gavin sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Gavin slips under a jab from Catch Wrestler.
The fight stays on the outside here - Catch Wrestler looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Gavin throws a push kick but Catch Wrestler slaps the foot to one side.
Catch Wrestler is looking to clinch.
Gavin pushes Catch Wrestler away with a front kick.
Catch Wrestler cracks Gavin with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.#T2#
Gavin fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Catch Wrestler manages to avoid it.
Catch Wrestler looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Catch Wrestler looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Gavin throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Catch Wrestler displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Gavin throws out the jab.
Catch Wrestler swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Catch Wrestler throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
enabling Gavin to counter with a crisp jab.
Gavin misses with a wild combination.
Catch Wrestler misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
A counter left hand to the body from Gavin misses its target.
Gavin tries to work over Catch Wrestler's front leg with a kick but Catch Wrestler checks it. #CL2#
Catch Wrestler closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #T3#
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Gavin leaning his opponent against the cage.
Catch Wrestler tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Catch Wrestler.
A short right from Gavin.
A head punch on the inside from Gavin fails to land.
Catch Wrestler fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Gavin has a couple of punches blocked by Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler tries to pull guard but Gavin holds him up against the cage and eventually Catch Wrestler drops back down to his feet.
Catch Wrestler swings wildly with an uppercut but Gavin uses good head movement to avoid it.
Gavin scores with a hook to the body.
Catch Wrestler misses with a punch on the inside.
Catch Wrestler blocking some punches.
Catch Wrestler tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T4#
Gavin blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Catch Wrestler's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Catch Wrestler swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Catch Wrestler being controlled against the cage.
Gavin misses with a punch on the inside.
Catch Wrestler drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Tommy Gavin has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bjj Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler tries to work over Gavin's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Catch Wrestler as Gavin tries to tie him up.
Gavin avoiding damage.
Gavin swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A nice left hand lands by Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler has a couple of punches blocked by Gavin.
Gavin gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Catch Wrestler.
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!
Gavin just leaning against Catch Wrestler, taking a breather.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tommy Gavin dominated that second 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. This is the final round!#R3##CL2#
Catch Wrestler clinches up against the cage.
Gavin lands with a light punch inside.
Catch Wrestler pushes Gavin back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Gavin lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Gavin lands with a right to the head.
Catch Wrestler misses with a punch to the body.
Catch Wrestler doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A right hook to the body lands for Catch Wrestler.
Gavin lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Catch Wrestler misses with the head strike.
Tommy Gavin has scored more points in the clinch so far.#BC#
Gavin's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#TD2#
Catch Wrestler fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Gavin sprawls well initially but Catch Wrestler persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Gavin is looking for a sweep. Catch Wrestler is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Gavin trying to control here.
Gavin keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #T1#
Gavin is staying active underneath Catch Wrestler, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Bjj Catch Wrestler has got the better of the ground game so far.
Gavin is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Gavin is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Gavin has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler 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.
Gavin is trying to maintain the position but Catch Wrestler is very close to passing his half guard.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Gavin regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler postures up in Gavin's guard and throws a big left but Gavin blocks it.
Gavin pulls Catch Wrestler in close to prevent any damage.
Gavin looking to hit a scissor sweep but Catch Wrestler is one step ahead there. #T3#
Gavin wants to stand up but Catch Wrestler is controlling him. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD2#
Catch Wrestler shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Gavin is trying to defend but Catch Wrestler finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Catch Wrestler thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Catch Wrestler thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gavin is not content to let Catch Wrestler control the position.
Catch Wrestler prevents Gavin from improving his position.#T4#
Catch Wrestler throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Catch Wrestler missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Gavin manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Gavin is pulling down on Catch Wrestler's head. It's preventing any offense from Catch Wrestler, at least for the moment.
Catch Wrestler trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Gavin bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Catch Wrestler's guard. #REVR#
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Catch Wrestler looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Gavin sitting in guard here, content to control.
Catch Wrestler has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#SUB2#
Catch Wrestler has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Gavin can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Bjj Catch Wrestler.
I think Catch Wrestler 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:29
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Bjj Catch Wrestler!

After the big win, Bjj Catch Wrestler made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Un-Kaged Nutrition and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.

 

Event: SYN 1016 Danger vs Choke II     
Date:   Sep 08, 2023
#R1##TD2#
Catch Wrestler changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Hassan looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Hassan is pushing Catch Wrestler's head away, looking to escape. Catch Wrestler manages to hold on to the position though.#SUB2#
Catch Wrestler goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Hassan has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Catch Wrestler but great work by Hassan.
Catch Wrestler 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.
Catch Wrestler wants to control but Hassan postures up.#SU#
Hassan stands up and beckons Catch Wrestler to his feet.
Catch Wrestler dives in and grabs Hassan's left leg, looking for a takedown. Hassan pushes down on Catch Wrestler's head and hops out.
Catch Wrestler scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Catch Wrestler lands a body shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Hassan turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Catch Wrestler shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
It looked like Hassan wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Catch Wrestler defending well as Hassan loads up on a big left hand.
And Catch Wrestler tries to counter it with a takedown but Hassan pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Hassan throws a looping overhand right but Catch Wrestler ducks down to avoid it.
Hassan throws an overhand right that lands on Catch Wrestler's shoulder, as Catch Wrestler tries to avoid the shot. #T1#
Catch Wrestler fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Hassan misses with a head kick.
Hassan stuffs the takedown.
Abduwali Hassan has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bjj Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler slips under a jab.
Catch Wrestler with the counter takedown but Hassan avoids it easily.
Catch Wrestler lands with a nice combination. Hassan backs away looking to recover.
Hassan scores with a jab. Catch Wrestler acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Hassan pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Hassan takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Catch Wrestler slips under a jab.
Catch Wrestler checks a low kick from Hassan.
Catch Wrestler feints the counter takedown.
Hassan misses with a lunging right hand
letting Catch Wrestler counter with a right hand.
Catch Wrestler tries to clinch up but Hassan circles away and keeps his distance.
Hassan misses with a low kick.
Catch Wrestler tries to clinch but Hassan is having none of it.
Catch Wrestler slips under a jab.#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Catch Wrestler cracks Hassan with an open hand slap.
Hassan is looking to land body kicks.
A swing and a miss from Catch Wrestler.
Hassan swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Hassan darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Catch Wrestler throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Hassan.
Hassan misses with an uppercut.
Catch Wrestler takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Hassan connects with a solid leg kick.
Hassan looks to land a right hand but Catch Wrestler moved out of range.
Catch Wrestler connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Abduwali Hassan is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Catch Wrestler slips a straight right by Hassan.
Catch Wrestler looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Catch Wrestler connects with a good right hand that stumbles Hassan. Hassan circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Hassan misses with an uppercut
and Catch Wrestler counters with a nice body shot. #TD2#
Catch Wrestler darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Catch Wrestler is trying to control. Hassan wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T3#
Hassan blocking the ground and pound attempt from Catch Wrestler.
Hassan tries to kick Catch Wrestler off but Catch Wrestler keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Catch Wrestler working over Hassan with some ground and pound. Hassan looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Catch Wrestler missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Hassan is refusing to be controlled, as Catch Wrestler sits in half guard.
Catch Wrestler misses with a head shot. Hassan uses the momentum to regain guard.
Catch Wrestler prevents Hassan from getting back to his feet. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Catch Wrestler throws a strike but Hassan rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR##SUB2#
Catch Wrestler looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Catch Wrestler is trying to keep Hassan in close. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is looking for a triangle here but Hassan uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Catch Wrestler gets back to half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Abduwali Hassan will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Hassan looks to throw the jab but Catch Wrestler is out of range.
Hassan scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Hassan bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Catch Wrestler's head.
Catch Wrestler keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Catch Wrestler has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Hassan uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Catch Wrestler.
Hassan misses with a left hand
and Catch Wrestler counters with a stiff right hand.
Hassan waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Catch Wrestler.
Abduwali Hassan seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Catch Wrestler throws a jab but it's blocked by Hassan.
Hassan throws a head kick but Catch Wrestler moves out of range.
Hassan tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Catch Wrestler was well out of range. Poor timing from Hassan.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hassan throws a poor cross that misses
and Catch Wrestler counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Catch Wrestler fails with a takedown attempt.
Hassan swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Catch Wrestler closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. #T1#
Hassan slips a jab and a cross from Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler keeps the fight on the outside.
Bjj Catch Wrestler is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Hassan misses with a hook
letting Catch Wrestler counter with a right hand. #TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Hassan enables Catch Wrestler to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Hassan manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Hassan wants to stand up but Catch Wrestler is controlling him.
Catch Wrestler lands a couple of digs.
Hassan wants to stand up but Catch Wrestler is controlling him.
Catch Wrestler 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.
Abduwali Hassan overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Catch Wrestler in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T2#
Catch Wrestler missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Catch Wrestler passes Hassan's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler seems to be working for a kimura but Hassan defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Hassan is just riding it out for now. Catch Wrestler eventually gives up the hold.
Hassan avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Catch Wrestler. #T3#
Hassan is trying to stand back up but Catch Wrestler is controlling him
Catch Wrestler throws a strike but Hassan avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Hassan is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Catch Wrestler is controlling him.
Catch Wrestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Hassan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Nice jab there from Catch Wrestler. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Hassan uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Hassan swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Hassan takes one on the button.
Catch Wrestler shoots in for a takedown but Hassan shows good takedown defense.
Hassan misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Catch Wrestler avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Hassan throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Hassan misses with a lunging right hand
and Catch Wrestler cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Catch Wrestler tests Hassan's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Catch Wrestler moves out of range of the leg kick from Hassan.
Catch Wrestler is trying hard to land a takedown here. Hassan sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Abduwali Hassan has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bjj Catch Wrestler.#TD2#
Catch Wrestler drives through with a takedown into guard.
Catch Wrestler looking to pass the guard.
Catch Wrestler wants to control from the top but Hassan keeps moving.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bjj Catch Wrestler showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Catch Wrestler shoots in for a takedown but Hassan shows good takedown defense. #TD2#
Catch Wrestler shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Hassan is trying to defend but Catch Wrestler finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.#ES#
Hassan makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
Hassan looks to throw the jab but Catch Wrestler is out of range.
Hassan misses with a wild body shot.
Catch Wrestler throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
An attempted straight right counter from Hassan misses the target.
Hassan lands with a shot to the body.
Catch Wrestler throws a shot from downtown. Hassan moves away and avoids it.
Catch Wrestler tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Catch Wrestler staying out of range there.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hassan rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Catch Wrestler counters with a series of strikes. Hassan will be more careful next time no doubt.
Hassan misses with a looping left.#T1#
Catch Wrestler looks to land a combination but Hassan avoids it well.
Hassan does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Hassan buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Hassan looks to score with a jab to the body but Catch Wrestler is just out of range.
Hassan thows a left - swing and a miss!
Catch Wrestler throws a body shot but no joy.
An attempted straight right counter from Hassan misses the target.
Catch Wrestler wants to clinch
and Hassan connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#TD2#
Hassan gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Catch Wrestler lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Catch Wrestler working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Hassan preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #T2##ES#
Hassan manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hassan throws a punch but it's blocked by Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Catch Wrestler tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Hassan lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Catch Wrestler scores with a shot to the side of Hassan's head.
Catch Wrestler struggles to land a body shot inside as Hassan controls his hands.
Hassan has Catch Wrestler pressed against the cage.
A short left from Hassan.
Catch Wrestler lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Catch Wrestler has a couple of punches blocked by Hassan.
A short right from Hassan on the inside.
Hassan misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Hassan goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Hassan gets underhooks to prevent Catch Wrestler's takedown attempt. #T3#
Hassan lands a nice shot to the body.
Catch Wrestler takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Hassan scores with a shoulder strike.
Catch Wrestler fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Good body shot from Hassan.
Hassan tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Hassan scores with a hook to the body.
Hassan digs a right hand into Catch Wrestler's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Catch Wrestler's gas tank.
Hassan gets through Catch Wrestler's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Still in the clinch, Hassan scores with a nice short uppercut.
A left hand lands to the body for Hassan. #BC#
Hassan breaks the clinch.
Hassan tries a head kick but it misses.
Hassan pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Catch Wrestler takes a body punch but keeps moving.
A big left from Hassan misses.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Hassan.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Catch Wrestler falls off balance throwing a combination
and Hassan counters with a nice uppercut. #T4#
Hassan with a nice calf kick.
Hassan lands the left hand.#ROC#Catch Wrestler is rocked!
Hassan misses with a hook. Catch Wrestler ducked under it nicely.
Catch Wrestler is still on wobbly legs! Can Hassan finish him?
Hassan misses with a hook
and Catch Wrestler counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
A big left from Hassan misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from Hassan. Catch Wrestler does a little dance to reset his feet.
Catch Wrestler seems to have recovered his senses.
Hassan misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Catch Wrestler.
A looping hook to the body misses from Hassan. Catch Wrestler does a little dance to reset his feet.
Catch Wrestler feints the counter takedown.
Hassan lands a jab to Catch Wrestler's midsection.
Hassan throws an overhand right that lands on Catch Wrestler's shoulder, as Catch Wrestler tries to avoid the shot.
Hassan attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Hassan throws a sloppy head kick and Catch Wrestler moves out of range easily.

And that's the end of the fight!
Abduwali Hassan showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Hassan 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 Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 29:28
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 29:28
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Abduwali Hassan!

After winning the bout, Abduwali Hassan thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

 

Event: SYN 1009 Troll vs Fin III     
Date:   Aug 11, 2023
#R1#
Marcus throws a quick inside leg kick.
No luck for Catch Wrestler with that takedown attempt.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Marcus! But no joy.
Catch Wrestler tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Marcus paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Marcus looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Catch Wrestler shoots in for a takedown but Marcus shows good takedown defense.
Marcus lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Marcus paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Catch Wrestler has a takedown stuffed.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bjj Catch Wrestler. 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.
Catch Wrestler is looking to clinch.
It seemed like Marcus was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Catch Wrestler misses with a wild combination.
Catch Wrestler 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.
Marcus misses with a hook. Catch Wrestler ducked under it nicely.
Catch Wrestler tries to counter with a takedown but Marcus is quick to defend against it.#T1#
Catch Wrestler moves forwards but Marcus connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Bjj Catch Wrestler seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Catch Wrestler tries to clinch but Marcus is having none of it.
Marcus has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Marcus throws a big shot that misses.
Catch Wrestler goes for a double leg but Marcus avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Marcus continues to drive forward.
Catch Wrestler throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Catch Wrestler lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Marcus backwards. #BC2#
Marcus breaks the clinch.
Catch Wrestler tries to clinch there but Marcus circles away.
Marcus lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Catch Wrestler loads up on a big right hand but Marcus slips the punch.
Catch Wrestler moves to clinch but Marcus breaks away
enabling Marcus to counter with a crisp jab.
Catch Wrestler tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Marcus counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T2#
Catch Wrestler is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Catch Wrestler looks to clinch
and Marcus counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Catch Wrestler moves in looking to clinch but Marcus pushes him off.
A shot to the liver by Catch Wrestler. Beautiful body shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Catch Wrestler lands a right hook to the body.
Catch Wrestler ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Marcus moves away.
Marcus circles away from the clinch attempt
and Marcus counters with a lovely shot to the body.#T3#
Marcus throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Marcus throws a hook but Catch Wrestler avoids it easily.
Marcus wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Nice shot by Catch Wrestler.
Marcus throws a head kick that half lands.
Marcus scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Catch Wrestler tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Marcus manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Catch Wrestler dives in for a single leg takedown but Marcus sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Marcus doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Marcus stalling in the clinch. #BC2#
Marcus's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Catch Wrestler with a poor takedown
and Marcus counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T4#
Catch Wrestler wants to clinch#KD2#
and Marcus counters with a nice right hand that sends Catch Wrestler toppling to the canvas! Catch Wrestler scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Marcus finish him?!#ROC2#Catch Wrestler is rocked!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Catch Wrestler tries to clinch up
and Marcus counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Oh Catch Wrestler is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Catch Wrestler moves in looking to clinch but Marcus pushes him off.
Catch Wrestler seems to have got his legs back now.
Catch Wrestler pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Marcus back to the cage. Catch Wrestler follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Catch Wrestler just misses with a punch to the body.
Marcus slips under a jab.
Marcus throws a right and a left that Catch Wrestler avoids nicely.
Catch Wrestler shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Philip Marcus dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Catch Wrestler fails with an attempt to clinch.
Catch Wrestler avoids the head kick by Marcus.
Catch Wrestler shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Marcus as he avoids it easily.
Marcus shapes to counter with a head kick.#CL#
Catch Wrestler rushes Marcus and presses him up against the cage.#BC2#
Marcus breaks from the clinch. #TD#
Catch Wrestler decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Marcus is looking for a sweep. Catch Wrestler is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Marcus keeping control of the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marcus blocking the ground and pound attempt from Catch Wrestler.
Marcus avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Catch Wrestler. #T1#
Catch Wrestler missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Marcus is just riding it out for now. Catch Wrestler eventually gives up the hold.
Marcus keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Marcus wants to get back to his feet.
Catch Wrestler missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Marcus wants to improve his position but Catch Wrestler is controlling well. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ground and pound from Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler is looking to take a break and control but Marcus is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Marcus defends it well.
Catch Wrestler is trying to control the action in half guard but Marcus is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Catch Wrestler sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Marcus defending well though.
Marcus keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Marcus wants to get back to full guard.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#CL#
Catch Wrestler closes the distance and clinches. #T3#
Marcus working some nice short punches in the clinch.#BC2#
Marcus breaks from the clinch.
No luck for Catch Wrestler with that takedown attempt.
Marcus swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Catch Wrestler shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Marcus pinned against the cage. Marcus gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bjj Catch Wrestler. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Catch Wrestler dives in for a single leg takedown but Marcus sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Catch Wrestler moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromMarcus.#BC2#
Marcus's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#TD#
Catch Wrestler feints and as Marcus raises his hands in defense, Catch Wrestler changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Marcus 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.
Catch Wrestler trying to control but Marcus is working from the bottom. #T4#
Marcus is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Marcus 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.
Marcus has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Catch Wrestler trying to control but Marcus is working from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Bjj Catch Wrestler will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Catch Wrestler shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Marcus but Marcus pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Marcus uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Catch Wrestler has time to react.
Catch Wrestler has a takedown stuffed.
Marcus stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Marcus wants it to stay on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bjj Catch Wrestler. 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.
Marcus misses with a head kick.
Marcus has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Catch Wrestler gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Marcus counters with a head kick from the bowels of hell that crumples Catch Wrestler! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:57 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Philip Marcus!
A relieved looking Philip Marcus thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

 

Event: SYN 998 Morrison vs Vice     
Date:   Jun 29, 2023
#R1#
Catch Wrestler slips a jab from Dilbrandt.
A right-left combo lands from Catch Wrestler.
Dilbrandt showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Catch Wrestler.
Dilbrandt swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Catch Wrestler uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Dilbrandt.
Dilbrandt tries a head kick but it misses.
The fighters circle momentarily. Dilbrandt darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Good standup being displayed there by Dilbrandt as he connects with a hook.
Catch Wrestler misses with a few strikes there.
Dilbrandt looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Dilbrandt gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Catch Wrestler.
Dilbrandt misses with a straight left. #T1#
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Catch Wrestler!
Catch Wrestler ducks under a wild hook from Dilbrandt.
Catch Wrestler attempts a counter takedown but Dilbrandt avoids it well and moves away.#TD#
Catch Wrestler dives in and scores a takedown into Dilbrandt's guard.
Catch Wrestler trying to control but Dilbrandt is working from the bottom.
Catch Wrestler postures up in Dilbrandt's guard and throws a big left but Dilbrandt blocks it.
Catch Wrestler loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Dilbrandt keeping moving, preventing Catch Wrestler from controlling successfully.
Dilbrandt avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Dilbrandt wants to sweep here but Catch Wrestler controlling him for the moment.
Catch Wrestler has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#T2#
Dilbrandt wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Catch Wrestler is now in half guard.
Catch Wrestler controlling the action here.
Catch Wrestler thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Catch Wrestler missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Catch Wrestler not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Dilbrandt wants to get back to full guard.
Catch Wrestler looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Dilbrandt is positioning himself well to prevent Catch Wrestler advancing to mount. #T3##SUB#
Catch Wrestler is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Dilbrandt sees it coming and defends easily.
Catch Wrestler is keen to just control but Dilbrandt is a slippery customer.#SUB#
Catch Wrestler is looking for a kimura but Dilbrandt is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Catch Wrestler to get the leverage. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Dilbrandt defends it well.
Dilbrandt blocking the ground and pound attempt from Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler prevents Dilbrandt from improving his position.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Dilbrandt throws an off balance right hand
and Catch Wrestler counters with a left and a right that stings Dilbrandt. #T4#
Dilbrandt slips a straight right by Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler lands a glancing blow to the side of Dilbrandt's head.
Dilbrandt throws a nice looking combination but Catch Wrestler bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Catch Wrestler throws an off balance right hand
letting Dilbrandt counter with a right hand.
Catch Wrestler shoots in looking for a takedown. Dilbrandt tries to sprawl out of it but Catch Wrestler keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Dilbrandt manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Catch Wrestler has a takedown stuffed.
Dilbrandt jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bjj Catch Wrestler dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Catch Wrestler misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Dilbrandt defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Dilbrandt can do to turn this around?
Catch Wrestler will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Dilbrandt just misses with a punch to the body.
Catch Wrestler moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Catch Wrestler throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Dilbrandt stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Catch Wrestler displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Dilbrandt throws out the jab.
Catch Wrestler feinted with a counter takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Catch Wrestler scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Dilbrandt doesn't seem bothered though.
Catch Wrestler tries to clinch up.
Catch Wrestler will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air. #T1##CL#
Catch Wrestler fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Dilbrandt, pushing him back against the cage.
Dilbrandt trying to control the position but instead, Catch Wrestler has worked for underhooks and has pushed Dilbrandt into the cage.
Catch Wrestler lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Catch Wrestler digs a right hand into Dilbrandt's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Dilbrandt's gas tank.
Catch Wrestler misses with a hook to the ribs.
Catch Wrestler lands a body punch.
Catch Wrestler tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Dilbrandt smiles and moves away.
Dilbrandt thows a left - swing and a miss!
Dilbrandt swats away the attempt to clinch by Catch Wrestler.
Bjj Catch Wrestler is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T2#
Dilbrandt throws a solid leg kick but Catch Wrestler takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Dilbrandt.
Bjj Catch Wrestler is winning the standup battle so far.
Dilbrandt looking to land some kicks to the body here. #TD#
Catch Wrestler dives in and scores a takedown into Dilbrandt's guard.
Catch Wrestler trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Catch Wrestler trying to control but Dilbrandt is working from the bottom.
Dilbrandt looking to control but Catch Wrestler passes into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dilbrandt is refusing to be controlled, as Catch Wrestler sits in half guard.
Catch Wrestler thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #T3#
Catch Wrestler not doing much here.
Dilbrandt is pressing down on Catch Wrestler's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Dilbrandt is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Dilbrandt looking to hit a scissor sweep but Catch Wrestler is one step ahead there.
Catch Wrestler working some strikes from top position.
Catch Wrestler loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Dilbrandt keeping full guard, as Catch Wrestler tries to pass. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Catch Wrestler is in close to Dilbrandt's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Catch Wrestler postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Catch Wrestler throws a strike but Dilbrandt rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Catch Wrestler 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#
Catch Wrestler looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Catch Wrestler is trying to control the position from the bottom. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Dilbrandt frees his head nicely. Oh but Catch Wrestler has switched to an armbar! Dilbrandt is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Bjj Catch Wrestler!
An out of breath and clearly excited Bjj Catch Wrestler thanked Un-Kaged Nutrition for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).

 

Event: SYN 984 Graves vs. Kilgore     
Date:   May 12, 2023
#R1#
Gomez avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Catch Wrestler looks to throw the jab but Gomez is out of range.
Catch Wrestler fails with the takedown.
Gomez let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
We've been informed that Gomez 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.
Catch Wrestler misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Gomez goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Catch Wrestler shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Catch Wrestler blocks a head kick by Gomez.
Gomez pulls out of a head kick attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Catch Wrestler scores with a jab to the jaw.
Gomez misses with a lunging right hand
and Gomez takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Catch Wrestler throws out a powerful jab.
Catch Wrestler shoots in looking for a takedown but Gomez manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Catch Wrestler's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bjj Catch Wrestler. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Catch Wrestler avoids the head kick by Gomez. #T1#
Gomez avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Gomez looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Catch Wrestler dives in and grabs Gomez's left leg, looking for a takedown. Gomez pushes down on Catch Wrestler's head and hops out.
Catch Wrestler blocks a head kick by Gomez.
Gomez walks into a stiff left hand from Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Gomez defends well and Catch Wrestler ends up having to push Gomez into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.#TD#
Catch Wrestler works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
Gomez wants to stand up but Catch Wrestler is controlling him.
Catch Wrestler wants to control from the top but Gomez keeps moving.
Catch Wrestler 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.
Gomez preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Catch Wrestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Gomez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Catch Wrestler wants to pass the guard but Gomez is keeping the position.#T2#
Catch Wrestler wants to control from the top but Gomez keeps moving. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler drops back looking for a leg! Gomez is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Gomez manages to kick Catch Wrestler off! Catch Wrestler jumps back into Gomez's guard.
Catch Wrestler postures up and lands a big shot to Gomez's brow.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gomez keeping full guard, as Catch Wrestler tries to pass.
Catch Wrestler wants to control from the top but Gomez keeps moving.
Catch Wrestler working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Gomez's head.#T3#
Gomez is trying to control the position but Catch Wrestler postures up.
Catch Wrestler pushes down on Gomez's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Gomez is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Catch Wrestler stalling.
Gomez pushes Catch Wrestler off looking to stand but Catch Wrestler dives back in and keeps control.
Catch Wrestler content to control rather than advance.
Catch Wrestler lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Catch Wrestler wants to free his trapped foot but Gomez is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Gomez really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Catch Wrestler. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Gomez moves into full guard.
Gomez looking to hit a scissor sweep but Catch Wrestler is one step ahead there.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Catch Wrestler accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Catch Wrestler wants to control from the top but Gomez keeps moving.
Gomez has momentary wrist control but Catch Wrestler slips an elbow through the middle.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Gomez tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Catch Wrestler wants to control from the top but Gomez keeps moving.
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 Bjj Catch Wrestler will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Catch Wrestler shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Gomez lands with an uppercut that bounces Catch Wrestler off the cage and back into range.
Catch Wrestler rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Gomez cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Gomez thuds his right hand into Catch Wrestler's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Gomez uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Catch Wrestler has time to react.
Gomez connects with a solid leg kick.
Gomez with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Gomez lands with an overhand left.#ROC2#Catch Wrestler is rocked!
Catch Wrestler lands with an overhand left.
Oh Catch Wrestler is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nice shot lands for Gomez.
Gomez ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Gomez throws a powerful right kick. Catch Wrestler tried to block low but the kick was high! Catch Wrestler was taken right off of his feet! Gomez jumps in to finish the job and the ref tackles him! The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:53 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Pedro Gomez!
A relieved looking Pedro Gomez thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

 

Event: SYN 976 Wolf vs. Krylov II     
Date:   Apr 14, 2023
#R1#
Catch Wrestler ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Gavin throws a lazy right hand but Catch Wrestler sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Catch Wrestler ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Catch Wrestler misses with a combination
and Gavin counters with a straight right hand.
Catch Wrestler scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Catch Wrestler shoots for a takedown but Gavin saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.#TD#
Catch Wrestler looking to score a takedown here. Gavin is defending well but Catch Wrestler drives through and ends up in Gavin's guard.
Gavin is adopting a defensive guard.
Gavin working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Catch Wrestler. #T1#
Gavin looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Catch Wrestler is fighting to break Gavin's control of his arms but Gavin is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Catch Wrestler stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Gavin swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Gavin working a defensive guard here.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Gavin is pulling down on Catch Wrestler's head. It's preventing any offense from Catch Wrestler, at least for the moment.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Gavin loads up on a big right hand but Catch Wrestler slips the punch.
Gavin walks into a jab.
Tommy Gavin is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#CL#
Catch Wrestler clinches.
Catch Wrestler lands a shot to the body.#T2#
Gavin lands a hook that snaps the head of Catch Wrestler backwards.
Gavin misses with a punch on the inside.
Gavin's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#BC2#
Gavin breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Catch Wrestler tries to clinch
and Gavin connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Catch Wrestler takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Catch Wrestler fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Gavin connects with an inside leg kick.
Catch Wrestler misses with a takedown attempt
and Catch Wrestler takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #TD#
Catch Wrestler shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Gavin's guard.
Catch Wrestler postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Gavin has his hands on Catch Wrestler's head, controlling the position.
Catch Wrestler postures up in Gavin's guard and throws a big left but Gavin blocks it. #T3#
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Gavin holds on and takes a little breather.
Catch Wrestler distracts Gavin with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Catch Wrestler wants to control from the top but Gavin keeps moving.
Catch Wrestler will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Catch Wrestler postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Gavin seems keen to control Catch Wrestler's posture.
Gavin is trying to keep Catch Wrestler in close.
Gavin keeping moving, preventing Catch Wrestler from controlling successfully.
Gavin looking for a sweep. Not yet Gavin, not yet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Catch Wrestler lands a couple of elbows.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Gavin pulls Catch Wrestler in to control the position.
Gavin is continuing to stall.
Catch Wrestler distracts Gavin with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Gavin looking to hit a scissor sweep but Catch Wrestler is one step ahead there.
Gavin is trying to control the position but Catch Wrestler postures up.
Catch Wrestler with a nice head shot there.
Gavin trying to control the position.
Catch Wrestler cracks Gavin with a solid left hand.
Catch Wrestler sitting in guard, not really doing much.
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 Bjj Catch Wrestler will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Catch Wrestler avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Gavin misses with an uppercut. Catch Wrestler saw that one coming.
A big left from Catch Wrestler misses.
Gavin throws an overhand right that lands on Catch Wrestler's shoulder, as Catch Wrestler tries to avoid the shot.
Catch Wrestler gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.#TD#
Catch Wrestler looking to score a takedown here. Gavin is defending well but Catch Wrestler drives through and ends up in Gavin's guard.
Catch Wrestler wants to pass the guard but Gavin is keeping the position.
Gavin is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Catch Wrestler wants to control from the top but Gavin keeps moving.
Gavin working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler postures up. #T1#
Catch Wrestler postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Gavin is adopting a defensive guard.
Catch Wrestler wants to control from the top but Gavin keeps moving.
Gavin preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Gavin utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Bjj Catch Wrestler overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Gavin avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Gavin manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Catch Wrestler manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Gavin slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #T2#
Catch Wrestler being controlled here, momentarily.
Gavin tries to stand but Catch Wrestler is controlling from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gavin trying to control but Catch Wrestler is working from the bottom. #T3#
Catch Wrestler looking to hit a scissor sweep but Gavin is one step ahead there. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Nice uppercut lands for Gavin. That snapped Catch Wrestler's head back.
Catch Wrestler slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Gavin displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Catch Wrestler.
Tommy Gavin seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Gavin connects with the punch.
Gavin feints and then cracks Catch Wrestler's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Catch Wrestler down. #TD#
Catch Wrestler manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Gavin on his heels. He'll look to pass Gavin's guard now, I'm sure.

Gavin kicks Catch Wrestler off and gets to his feet.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
The fighters circling - Gavin throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T4#
Gavin thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Catch Wrestler if he has to take too many more of those.
Catch Wrestler has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Gavin.
A lazy left from Gavin finds it's target.
Gavin throws a hook to the side of Catch Wrestler's head but Catch Wrestler sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Catch Wrestler misses with a left hand
letting Gavin counter with a right hand.
Catch Wrestler throws a right and a left that both miss.
Bjj Catch Wrestler is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Gavin misses with a straight left.
Catch Wrestler misses with a takedown
and Gavin counters with a right hand to the body.
Catch Wrestler walks into a straight right hand from Gavin.
Gavin gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Catch Wrestler.
Bjj Catch Wrestler seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD#
Catch Wrestler looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Gavin has his hands clasped together around Catch Wrestler's back. He's all about the action.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tommy Gavin showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
A chopping leg kick lands by Gavin.
Catch Wrestler connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Catch Wrestler throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Gavin.
Catch Wrestler fails with a takedown attempt.
Catch Wrestler on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Gavin. Gavin obviously looking to wear him down.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Catch Wrestler tries to clinch there but Gavin circles away.
Gavin throws a half hearted mid kick.
Catch Wrestler shoots for a double leg takedown but Gavin sprawls well. He's pushed Catch Wrestler's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. #T1#
Gavin throws a leg kick which misses Catch Wrestler's front leg but catches the back leg as Catch Wrestler tries to avoid it.
Catch Wrestler on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Gavin. Gavin obviously looking to wear him down.
Gavin connects with a single shot there.
Catch Wrestler has a takedown stuffed.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bjj Catch Wrestler. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Catch Wrestler with a poor takedown
and Gavin connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Catch Wrestler ducks under a wild hook from Gavin.
Gavin bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Catch Wrestler's head backwards.
Catch Wrestler uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Gavin.
A head kick by Gavin misses
and Catch Wrestler counters with a stiff right hand.
Catch Wrestler fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Catch Wrestler takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure. #T2#
Catch Wrestler shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Gavin defends it nicely.
Gavin scores with a jab to the jaw.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Catch Wrestler lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Catch Wrestler tries to grapple but his opponent circles
letting Gavin counter with a right hand.
Catch Wrestler shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Gavin as he avoids it easily.
Gavin scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Gavin has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Catch Wrestler takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK. #T3#
Catch Wrestler shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Gavin as he avoids it easily.
Good exchange - Gavin coming out on top.
Catch Wrestler ducks under a wild hook from Gavin.
Catch Wrestler changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Gavin throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Catch Wrestler shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Gavin misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Catch Wrestler.
Gavin slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Gavin throws a poor cross that misses
and Catch Wrestler counters with a nice body shot.
Gavin connects with a single shot there.
Catch Wrestler looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Catch Wrestler blocks a jab.
Gavin lands a lovely overhand right.
Gavin takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#ROC2#Catch Wrestler is rocked!
Catch Wrestler misses with a takedown
and Gavin counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Oh Catch Wrestler is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Gavin lands an overhand right.
Gavin scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Gavin walks forward and throws a big overhand right! Catch Wrestler drops to the floor like a sack of potatoes! Gavin swarms on him with more punches until the referee wrestles him away from Catch Wrestler's unconscious body! Wow, that was brutal!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:17 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Tommy Gavin!
A less than humble Tommy Gavin misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.

 

Event: SYN 967 Maluga vs. Bigg     
Date:   Mar 15, 2023
#R1#
Catch Wrestler fails to land the takedown.
It looked like Dilbrandt was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Catch Wrestler.
The fighters circling - Dilbrandt throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Dilbrandt takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Dilbrandt throws a lazy right hand but Catch Wrestler sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Catch Wrestler tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Dilbrandt defends well and Catch Wrestler ends up having to push Dilbrandt into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Catch Wrestler lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Dilbrandt falls off balance throwing a combination
and Catch Wrestler counters with a straight right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Catch Wrestler fails with a takedown attempt.
David Dilbrandt has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bjj Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Dilbrandt.#T1#
Catch Wrestler misses with a series of wild punches.
Dilbrandt swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
David Dilbrandt is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Dilbrandt throws a hook to the side of Catch Wrestler's head but Catch Wrestler sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#TD2#
Dilbrandt gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Catch Wrestler to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Dilbrandt tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Dilbrandt not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Catch Wrestler with a flurry of punches that miss.
Dilbrandt keeping full guard, as Catch Wrestler tries to pass. #T2#
Catch Wrestler trying to control but Dilbrandt is working from the bottom.
Catch Wrestler controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Catch Wrestler pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Dilbrandt is keeping the position for now.
Dilbrandt might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Catch Wrestler waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Dilbrandt.
Dilbrandt missing with a left hand there. Catch Wrestler was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Catch Wrestler walks into a jab.#T3##TD2#
Dilbrandt gets caught flat footed, as Catch Wrestler shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Catch Wrestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Dilbrandt is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dilbrandt bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Catch Wrestler's guard. #REVR#
Catch Wrestler 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.
Dilbrandt is looking to pass into half guard but Catch Wrestler pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Catch Wrestler is in guard.#REVB#
Catch Wrestler is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Dilbrandt holds on and takes a little breather.
Catch Wrestler lands a couple of elbows.
Catch Wrestler wants to control from the top but Dilbrandt keeps moving. #T4#
Dilbrandt has his hands on Catch Wrestler's head, controlling the position.
Catch Wrestler wants to pass the guard but Dilbrandt is keeping the position.
Catch Wrestler throws an elbow that misses. Dilbrandt uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Catch Wrestler's guard. Nice move by Dilbrandt!#REVR#
Catch Wrestler keeping moving, preventing Dilbrandt from controlling successfully.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dilbrandt tries to free his leg and advance position but Catch Wrestler is retaining full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bjj Catch Wrestler dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Catch Wrestler uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Dilbrandt.
Bjj Catch Wrestler seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Catch Wrestler closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Dilbrandt to the mat! Dilbrandt manages to get full guard.

Dilbrandt has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Catch Wrestler off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Catch Wrestler is looking to clinch but Dilbrandt is avoiding it.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Catch Wrestler checks a leg kick.
Dilbrandt swats away the attempt to clinch by Catch Wrestler.
Danga de danga de dang - Dilbrandt scores with a four punch combination!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dilbrandt throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Catch Wrestler stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Catch Wrestler shoots for a takedown but Dilbrandt saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Bjj Catch Wrestler is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Dilbrandt slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.#T1#
Dilbrandt throws a lazy uppercut
and Catch Wrestler counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Dilbrandt will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Dilbrandt looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Catch Wrestler fails to land the takedown.
Catch Wrestler closes this distance looking for a takedown but Dilbrandt circles away.
Dilbrandt appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
David Dilbrandt has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bjj Catch Wrestler.
Dilbrandt tests Catch Wrestler's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Catch Wrestler wants to clinch.
Catch Wrestler dives in for a single leg takedown but Dilbrandt sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Dilbrandt is looking to counter with a shot to the body.#T2##TD2#
Catch Wrestler looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Catch Wrestler wants to free his trapped foot but Dilbrandt is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Catch Wrestler winds up and cracks Dilbrandt with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
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. Catch Wrestler connects with a nice short shot to Dilbrandt's temple.
Dilbrandt is refusing to be controlled, as Catch Wrestler sits in half guard. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is working for a submission of some sort.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dilbrandt trying to hold on to Catch Wrestler's head to control him but Catch Wrestler postures up. #T3#
Catch Wrestler landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Dilbrandt blocking the ground and pound attempt from Catch Wrestler.
Dilbrandt is trying to get back to full guard.
Catch Wrestler wants to lay and pray for a moment but Dilbrandt keeps working.
Catch Wrestler tries to pass to full mount but Dilbrandt defends it.
Dilbrandt is looking for a sweep. Catch Wrestler is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Dilbrandt is trying to control but can't.
Bjj Catch Wrestler has got the better of the ground game so far.
Catch Wrestler not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Catch Wrestler wants to lay and pray for a moment but Dilbrandt keeps working.
Dilbrandt wants to improve his position but Catch Wrestler is controlling well. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD2#
Catch Wrestler manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Dilbrandt on his heels. He'll look to pass Dilbrandt's guard now, I'm sure.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Catch Wrestler's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Catch Wrestler is looking to work some ground and pound but Dilbrandt has wrist control.
Dilbrandt avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that David Dilbrandt will probably get the nod.
That's time! Dilbrandt'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#
Catch Wrestler shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
A telegraphed right hand from Dilbrandt misses the target.
Catch Wrestler shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Dilbrandt defends it nicely.#TD2#
Catch Wrestler scores with a takedown into Dilbrandt's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Catch Wrestler is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Catch Wrestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Dilbrandt is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Catch Wrestler accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Catch Wrestler engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Catch Wrestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Dilbrandt is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Dilbrandt is on top in guard. #REVR##SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Dilbrandt is aware though and is defending well.
Dilbrandt trying to control but Catch Wrestler is working from the bottom. #T2#
Catch Wrestler is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Catch Wrestler has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Catch Wrestler tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Catch Wrestler keeping moving, preventing Dilbrandt from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Dilbrandt avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Dilbrandt missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #T3#
Catch Wrestler looking to control.
Catch Wrestler preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Dilbrandt throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Catch Wrestler works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Dilbrandt wants to pass the guard but Catch Wrestler is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Catch Wrestler has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Dilbrandt can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SU#
Dilbrandt gets to his feet. Catch Wrestler looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Dilbrandt keeps the fight on the outside.
Dilbrandt appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Dilbrandt connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#T4#
Nice sprawl there from Dilbrandt as Catch Wrestler shoots in.
David Dilbrandt has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bjj Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Dilbrandt circles away quickly and effectively.
Dilbrandt cracks Catch Wrestler with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Nice takedown defense from Dilbrandt. No joy for Catch Wrestler on that attempt.
Dilbrandt is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Catch Wrestler takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Catch Wrestler looks to score with a jab to the body but Dilbrandt is just out of range.
Dilbrandt misses with a straight left.
A little jabbing left from Catch Wrestler on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#TD2#
Catch Wrestler closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Dilbrandt's guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Catch Wrestler drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Dilbrandt dives on top into guard.#REVR#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dilbrandt trying to control the position from guard on top but Catch Wrestler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.

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 David Dilbrandt.
I think Dilbrandt 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 Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 29:28
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 29:28
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... David Dilbrandt!

David Dilbrandt gave a mention to Conquer in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).

 

Event: SYN 960 Randleman vs. Dinapoli     
Date:   Feb 22, 2023
#R1#
No joy there for Catch Wrestler, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Yukinobu shoots in but no luck this time.
Some bone on bone action there as Catch Wrestler checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. #CL2#
Yukinobu darts in and clinches Catch Wrestler up against the cage.
Yukinobu is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Catch Wrestler lands a left hand.
Catch Wrestler misses with a punch on the inside.
Catch Wrestler digs a right hand into Yukinobu's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Yukinobu's gas tank.
Yukinobu tries to circle away but Catch Wrestler has him pinned against the cage.
Yukinobu is trying to push Catch Wrestler away but Catch Wrestler has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Catch Wrestler 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.#BC2#
Yukinobu breaks from the clinch. #TD#
Catch Wrestler drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Yukinobu wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Catch Wrestler manages to pass to side control. #REVB#
Yukinobu is refusing to be controlled, as Catch Wrestler sits in half guard.
Nice strikes from Catch Wrestler there. #T1#
Yukinobu wants to get back to his feet.
Still in half guard, Catch Wrestler seems content to control.
Yukinobu is trying to get back to full guard.
Catch Wrestler wants to control but Yukinobu is keeping him busy.
Catch Wrestler has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Catch Wrestler tries to pass to full mount but Yukinobu defends it. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Yukinobu doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Catch Wrestler.
The referee calls for the fighters to work. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Yukinobu is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Catch Wrestler in particular looking to stall.
Yukinobu is trying to stand up here but Catch Wrestler is controlling him well.
Yukinobu is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#CL2#
Catch Wrestler gets tackled into the cage by Yukinobu. Yukinobu maintains the clinch.
Yukinobu has Catch Wrestler pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Catch Wrestler manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Yukinobu wants to break free but Catch Wrestler has control.
Yukinobu tries to break the clinch but Catch Wrestler is controlling the position.
Catch Wrestler misses with a body punch.
Catch Wrestler scores with a nice hook to the head.#T3#
Catch Wrestler lands a body punch in the clinch.
Catch Wrestler misses with a short punch on the inside.
Yukinobu blocks an uppercut.
Catch Wrestler tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Yukinobu tries a body shot but Catch Wrestler blocks it.
Catch Wrestler misses with a body punch.
Come on Yukinobu - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Catch Wrestler throws a head punch that misses.
Catch Wrestler has Yukinobu pressed against the cage, preventing Yukinobu from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Yukinobu blocking some punches.
Catch Wrestler tries a body shot but Yukinobu blocks it.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Yukinobu. #BC2#
Yukinobu's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Catch Wrestler tries to clinch but Yukinobu is having none of it.
Yukinobu keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Catch Wrestler lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Catch Wrestler.#T4#
Yukinobu tries for a takedown but Catch Wrestler sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Bjj Catch Wrestler has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Yamaoka Yukinobu.
Yukinobu is looking to clinch.
Yukinobu gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Catch Wrestler.
Yukinobu tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Catch Wrestler was well out of range. Poor timing from Yukinobu.
Yukinobu fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#TD#
Catch Wrestler closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Yukinobu to the mat! Yukinobu manages to get full guard.
Catch Wrestler is fighting to break Yukinobu's control of his arms but Yukinobu is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Yukinobu is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Catch Wrestler is controlling him.
Catch Wrestler controlling from the top position.
Catch Wrestler wants to control from the top but Yukinobu keeps moving.
Catch Wrestler passes easily into side control. Nice work.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bjj Catch Wrestler dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Yukinobu lands with a nice combination. Catch Wrestler backs away looking to recover.
Yukinobu bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Yamaoka Yukinobu seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Yukinobu misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Catch Wrestler counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CL2#
Yukinobu closes the distance and pushes Catch Wrestler back into the cage.#BC2#
Yukinobu pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Yukinobu fails with an attempt to clinch.
Yukinobu throws a looping overhand right but Catch Wrestler ducks down to avoid it.
A punch lands to the side of Catch Wrestler 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Yukinobu fails to land the takedown.
Yukinobu turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
A solid body kick from Yukinobu.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Catch Wrestler takes one on the button.
Catch Wrestler takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Catch Wrestler walks into a stiff left hand from Yukinobu.#T1#
Catch Wrestler moves away from the strike by Yukinobu.
Good exchange - Yukinobu coming out on top.#TD2#
Yukinobu closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Yukinobu is trying to control. Catch Wrestler wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Yukinobu stalling away here and it's allowed Catch Wrestler to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Yukinobu defends it easily.
Yukinobu with a nice head shot there.
Yukinobu trying to control the position from guard on top but Catch Wrestler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2##SUB#
Catch Wrestler escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Yukinobu gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Yukinobu wants to control from the top but Catch Wrestler keeps moving.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Catch Wrestler can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Yukinobu controls the pace.
Catch Wrestler is adopting a defensive guard.#T3#
Catch Wrestler trying to control the position. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD#
Catch Wrestler throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Yukinobu was covering up waiting for the punch and Catch Wrestler finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Bjj Catch Wrestler overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Yukinobu seems keen to control Catch Wrestler's posture.
Yukinobu is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Catch Wrestler is controlling him.
Yukinobu is trying to control the position but Catch Wrestler postures up.
Catch Wrestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Yukinobu is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4#
Yukinobu utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Catch Wrestler being controlled here momentarily.
Catch Wrestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Yukinobu is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD#
Catch Wrestler gets a takedown into half guard.

Yukinobu has one foot on Catch Wrestler's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
Catch Wrestler keeps the fight on the outside.
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!
Catch Wrestler will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Yamaoka Yukinobu 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#
Catch Wrestler is looking to clinch but Yukinobu is avoiding it.
Yukinobu is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.#TD2#
Catch Wrestler gets caught napping as Yukinobu dives in and scores a takedown. Catch Wrestler manages to retain guard.

Catch Wrestler pushes Yukinobu off and scrambles back to his feet.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Yukinobu. Catch Wrestler shrugs it off though.
Yukinobu scores with the left hand. Catch Wrestler knows he should have avoided that one.
Catch Wrestler lands a two punch combo.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Catch Wrestler takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie. #TD#
Catch Wrestler looking to score a takedown here. Yukinobu is defending well but Catch Wrestler drives through and ends up in Yukinobu's guard.
Catch Wrestler prevents Yukinobu from getting back to his feet.
Catch Wrestler postures up in Yukinobu's guard and throws a big left but Yukinobu blocks it.
Catch Wrestler with a nice head shot there.#T1#
Catch Wrestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Yukinobu is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Yukinobu is on top in guard. #REVB#
Catch Wrestler looking for a sweep. Not yet Catch Wrestler, not yet.
Catch Wrestler trying to keep a closed guard but Yukinobu is proving a slippery customer.
Yukinobu keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Catch Wrestler's head.#SUB#
Yukinobu avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Yukinobu throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T2#
Catch Wrestler controls Yukinobu momentarily but Yukinobu frees himself.
Catch Wrestler 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.
Catch Wrestler looking to control. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler is looking for a triangle but Yukinobu pushes his legs off easily.
Yukinobu in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#T3#
Yukinobu keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
No luck for Catch Wrestler with that takedown attempt.
Catch Wrestler will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.#CL2#
Yukinobu closes the distance and pushes Catch Wrestler back into the cage.
Catch Wrestler throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Yukinobus head.
Yukinobu lands a body punch in the clinch.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#BC2#
Yukinobu breaks the clinch. #CL2#
Yukinobu has closed the distance and engaged Catch Wrestler in a clinch.
Yukinobu tries to circle away but Catch Wrestler has him pinned against the cage.#BC2#
Yukinobu breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2#
Yukinobu has Catch Wrestler up against the cage in a clinch.
Catch Wrestler lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.#BC2#
Yukinobu breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Catch Wrestler misses with the combination.
And Yukinobu tries to counter it with a takedown but Catch Wrestler pushes his down on his head and steps out.#T4#
Catch Wrestler takes one on the button.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Catch Wrestler fails with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bjj Catch Wrestler. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Catch Wrestler's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Yukinobu connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Catch Wrestler scrambles back to his feet.
Yukinobu connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Catch Wrestler's hands.
Catch Wrestler misses with a looping right.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Yukinobu.
Yukinobu throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.#CL2#
Yukinobu clinches with his opponent.
Catch Wrestler misses with a short punch on the inside.
Yukinobu blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Yukinobu is trying to force a seperation but Catch Wrestler has the dominant position.

And that's the end of the fight!
Yamaoka Yukinobu comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Yukinobu has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Yamaoka Yukinobu!

 

Event: SYN 952 Minuar vs. Takahashi     
Date:   Jan 22, 2023
#R1#
Catch Wrestler throws a predictable looking body shot #CL2#
and Farrokhzad counters by moving into the clinch.
Farrokhzad using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Farrokhzad throws a knee to the head but misses.
Catch Wrestler tries to pull guard but Farrokhzad holds him up against the cage and eventually Catch Wrestler drops back down to his feet.
Catch Wrestler blocks a body shot from Farrokhzad.
Catch Wrestler tries to pull guard but Farrokhzad forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Catch Wrestler throws a head punch that misses. #TD#
Catch Wrestler works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
Catch Wrestler stopping the sweep attempt from Farrokhzad.
Farrokhzad pulls Catch Wrestler in close to his closed guard and prevents Catch Wrestler from doing any damage or advancing position.
Farrokhzad looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Catch Wrestler loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Catch Wrestler throws a big elbow that misses.
Catch Wrestler controlling from the top position. #T1#
Farrokhzad is trying to control the position but Catch Wrestler postures up.
Catch Wrestler stopping the sweep attempt from Farrokhzad.
Farrokhzad keeping moving, preventing Catch Wrestler from controlling successfully.
Catch Wrestler 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.
Farrokhzad looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Catch Wrestler with a lazy takedown attempt
and Farrokhzad counters with a lovely straight right hand!
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bjj Catch Wrestler. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2#
Farrokhzad moves into range and clinches up with Catch Wrestler.
Farrokhzad misses with a hook from the clinch.
Farrokhzad with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Farrokhzad with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Catch Wrestler is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Farrokhzad to keep the fight standing.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
A short body shot lands from Farrokhzad as the two fighters clinch.
Farrokhzad misses with a hook to the ribs. #T2#
Farrokhzad looking to throw knees to the head but Catch Wrestler is blocking nicely.
Farrokhzad throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Catch Wrestler blocks it with crossed arms.
Catch Wrestler avoiding damage as Farrokhzad throws knees to the body.
Farrokhzad missing with knees to the body.
Farrokhzad lands a nice shot to the body.
Farrokhzad stops a takedown attempt from Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler is looking to control Farrokhzad's arms but Farrokhzad gets an underhook and turns him. Now Catch Wrestler has his back to the cage.
Farrokhzad makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#TD#
Catch Wrestler manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Farrokhzad working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB#
Catch Wrestler is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Farrokhzad defends well.
Farrokhzad throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Catch Wrestler works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Farrokhzad postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Farrokhzad is in close to Catch Wrestler's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Farrokhzad in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Farrokhzad stands up over Catch Wrestler, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Farrokhzad scoring with punches to the head and body.
Farrokhzad landing some decent shots from guard. #T3#
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Farrokhzad's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Farrokhzad throws a big elbow that misses.
Farrokhzad is in close to Catch Wrestler's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Farrokhzad lands a couple of elbows.#ROC2#Catch Wrestler is rocked!
Farrokhzad chips away with some ground and pound.
Oh Catch Wrestler is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Farrokhzad with a nice head shot there.
Farrokhzad loads up on a big left hand. Catch Wrestler felt that one! He's just covering up now, not defending himself intelligently - Farrokhzad looks towards the ref and unloads with 3 more big shots and the ref has no choice but to stop the fight! Catch Wrestler can't hide his disappointment, as Farrokhzad celebrates the victory.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Bardia Farrokhzad!
A victorious Bardia Farrokhzad thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

 

Event: SYN 943 Exotic vs. Bird     
Date:   Dec 14, 2022
#R1#
Hermann throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Catch Wrestler cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Hermann walks into a jab.
Catch Wrestler throws a hook but Hermann avoids it easily.
Hermann cracks Catch Wrestler with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Hermann just misses with a punch to the body. #TD#
Catch Wrestler shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Catch Wrestler was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Hermann is trying to buck Catch Wrestler off.
Catch Wrestler is working Hermann over with some ground and pound from side control.
Hermann gets back to half guard.
Catch Wrestler is trying to control the action in half guard but Hermann is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full 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!
Catch Wrestler prevents Hermann from standing back up.
Hermann has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at ELITE Island Gym - 19 Elite Coaches. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.#SUB#
Catch Wrestler is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #ES2#
Hermann makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!#T1#
Hermann keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Hermann misses with an uppercut. Catch Wrestler saw that one coming.
Nice jab there from Hermann.
Catch Wrestler blocks a low kick nicely.
Hermann moves out of range as Catch Wrestler strikes.
Catch Wrestler 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.
Good exchange - Catch Wrestler coming out on top.
Catch Wrestler keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Catch Wrestler steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Hermann.
Hermann throws out a loose jab but Catch Wrestler uses good head movement to avoid it.
A decent looking cross lands there for Hermann.
Catch Wrestler tries to close the distance and clinch but Hermann swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Hermann takes a swing at Catch Wrestler's ribcage but misses.
Hermann tries to land a leg kick but Catch Wrestler saw it coming and moves away.
Catch Wrestler tries to clinch up but Hermann circles away and keeps his distance.
Catch Wrestler lands a jab to Hermann's midsection.
Hermann is looking to chop away at Catch Wrestler's legs. #T2#
Catch Wrestler lands an overhand right.
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!
Hermann throws an overhand right that lands on Catch Wrestler's shoulder, as Catch Wrestler tries to avoid the shot.
Catch Wrestler goes for a double leg but Hermann avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Hermann continues to drive forward.
Hermann takes a shot to the head.
Catch Wrestler doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Hermann tries to throw a body punch but Catch Wrestler avoids it by throwing Hermann back against the cage.
Catch Wrestler can't find room to land a body shot as Hermann controls the action. #TD#
Catch Wrestler manages to pull guard.
Hermann is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Hermann looking to pass the guard.
Catch Wrestler wants to sweep here but Hermann controlling him for the moment.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Catch Wrestler wants to hit a sweep here but Hermann passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Catch Wrestler there! #T3#
Catch Wrestler is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Hermann sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Catch Wrestler tries to hold on but Hermann postures up.#SU2#
Hermann is standing up, even though he is in mount.
Hermann misses with a hook. Catch Wrestler ducked under it nicely.
Catch Wrestler waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Hermann.
Hermann tries a quick counter leg kick but Catch Wrestler is wise to it.
Hermann slaps away a takedown attempt from Catch Wrestler, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Hermann misses with an attempted mid kick. #T4##TD#
Catch Wrestler shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Hermann napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Hermann is looking for a sweep.
Hermann is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Catch Wrestler is controlling him well.#SUB#
Catch Wrestler goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Hermann rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Catch Wrestler's guard! Nice work there by Hermann!
Hermann wanted to stand there but Catch Wrestler had control of the position. #SUB#
Hermann is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Catch Wrestler has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Hermann is looking to defend but Catch Wrestler has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Hermann! Catch Wrestler pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Hermann taps out and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Bjj Catch Wrestler!
Bjj Catch Wrestler took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Un-Kaged Nutrition for their support in the buildup to the fight.

 

Event: SYN 938 Maluga vs. Frewin     
Date:   Nov 19, 2022
#R1#
Catch Wrestler with a lazy takedown attempt
and Ford counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Ford has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Catch Wrestler gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Catch Wrestler changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Ford tries to avoid it but Catch Wrestler manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Ford to the ground. Ford escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bjj Catch Wrestler. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ford. Catch Wrestler does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ford delivers a nice body kick.
Catch Wrestler throws a body shot but no joy.
Bjj Catch Wrestler seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ford connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Catch Wrestler 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.
Nice body kick from Ford.
Ford throws a jab when Catch Wrestler was well out of range.
Nice body punch from Ford.
Catch Wrestler dives in and grabs Ford's left leg, looking for a takedown. Ford pushes down on Catch Wrestler's head and hops out.
Ford just misses with a punch to the body.
Catch Wrestler swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Catch Wrestler throws out a powerful jab.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Catch Wrestler misses with a jab, cross combination.
Ford steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Catch Wrestler.#T1#
Catch Wrestler darts in trying to clinch
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Ford digs a good body shot into Catch Wrestler's ribs.
Ford missing with a left hand there. Catch Wrestler was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Catch Wrestler waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Ford.
Catch Wrestler tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Ford scores with a shot to the body.
Ford dodges the punch combination from Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler looks to land a left hand but Ford moved out of range nicely.
Ford throws a body shot but no joy. #TD#
Catch Wrestler gets the takedown into side control.
Ford dodges the ground and pound from Catch Wrestler.#T2#
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!
Ford is trying to get back to his feet.
Catch Wrestler lands some shots froms side control.#ES2#
Ford bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!
Catch Wrestler throws the left hand but Ford avoids the punch easily.
Catch Wrestler moves out of range as Ford strikes.
A left lands for Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler tries to close the distance and clinch but Ford swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
A slow jab from Catch Wrestler misses its intended target.
Catch Wrestler shoots in looking for a takedown but Ford manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Catch Wrestler's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Ford let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Catch Wrestler moves away from the strike by Ford.
Ford lands with a hook. Catch Wrestler tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Ford fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Catch Wrestler manages to avoid it.#T3#
Catch Wrestler scores with a sloppy right hand. Ford should have avoided that one.
Catch Wrestler misses with a two punch combination.
Ford wants to counter with a clinch but Catch Wrestler pushes him away.
Catch Wrestler checks a low kick from Ford.
Catch Wrestler throws a series of punches but Ford moves out of range.
Ed Ford is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Horrible takedown attempt by Catch Wrestler or perhaps it was just good defense by Ford, which made it look bad.
Catch Wrestler has his takedown stuffed#CL2#
and Ford counters by moving into the clinch.
A short uppercut from Ford.
Ford with a knee to the head.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Catch Wrestler creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Catch Wrestler on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Ford tries to land a knee to the head but Catch Wrestler blocks with his arms.
Ford utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Catch Wrestler swings wildly with an uppercut but Ford uses good head movement to avoid it. #T4#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Ford is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Catch Wrestler looking for a takedown.
A hook to the body from Ford. #BC2#
Ford breaks the clinch.
Catch Wrestler throws a one two combo.
Catch Wrestler is looking to clinch but Ford is avoiding it.
Ford wants to counter with a clinch but Catch Wrestler pushes him away.
Ford scores with a leg kick. #CL2#
Ford closes the distance and clinches.
Ford unloads a knee to the mid-section. Catch Wrestler lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Catch Wrestler is breathing heavily.
Catch Wrestler jumps guard but Ford stands there with Catch Wrestler around his waist. Catch Wrestler gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch. #BC2#
Ford breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Ford defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Catch Wrestler.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Catch Wrestler.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ed Ford 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#
Ford walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Catch Wrestler checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Ford lands a nice looking body shot.
Ford connects with an inside leg kick.
A jab from Catch Wrestler misses. #TD#
Catch Wrestler closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Ford did well to prevent Catch Wrestler getting side control.

Ford pushes Catch Wrestler off and gets back to his feet.
A punch combination from Catch Wrestler misses.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ford lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Ford throws a front kick that sends Catch Wrestler stumbling back into the cage.
Ford with the inside leg kick.
Ford just misses with a punch to the body. #TD#
Catch Wrestler fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Ford to the ground. Catch Wrestler is now in Ford's guard.

Ford scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Catch Wrestler cracks Ford with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#T1#
Catch Wrestler lands a body shot.
Catch Wrestler tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Ford misses with a jab to the body #TD#
so Catch Wrestler counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.

Ford has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Catch Wrestler is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
A nice right hand lands inside from Ford.
Catch Wrestler lands a shoulder strike.
Ford pushes Catch Wrestler back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Catch Wrestler can't find room to land a body shot as Ford controls the action.
Catch Wrestler tries to work over Ford's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Ford tries a knee to the head but Catch Wrestler blocks it.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Ford. #BC2#
Ford's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Ford dodges the punch combination from Catch Wrestler.
Ford shapes to counter with a head kick.#T2#
Ford throws a low kick but Catch Wrestler moves out of range easily.
Ford has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Ford fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Ford swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Ford lands with a nice body punch.
Catch Wrestler shoots in and drives through. Ford sprawls well.
Nice body kick from Ford.
Catch Wrestler keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Catch Wrestler is trying hard to land a takedown here. Ford sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Catch Wrestler fails with the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bjj Catch Wrestler. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ford throws a sloppy head kick and Catch Wrestler moves out of range easily.
Catch Wrestler shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Ford as he jumps to the side. #T3#
Catch Wrestler closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Ford defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ford.
Catch Wrestler sizes up Ford with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Catch Wrestler tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Ford swivels and escapes.
Catch Wrestler on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Ford. Ford obviously looking to wear him down.
Catch Wrestler swinging wildly here.
Catch Wrestler chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Ford can pounce on him.
Ford is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Catch Wrestler rather than just go for the knockout.
Catch Wrestler takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Ford chopping away at his opponent's legs. #T4#
Catch Wrestler lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Ford throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Catch Wrestler tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Ford paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Ford shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down. #CL#
Catch Wrestler has Ford up against the cage in a clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ford connects with a knee to the head.
Catch Wrestler lands a nice uppercut.
Catch Wrestler swings away with an uppercut that misses. #BC2#
Ford escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Ford keeps the fight on the outside.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ford looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Catch Wrestler shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Catch Wrestler on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Ford. Ford obviously looking to wear him down.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ed Ford showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Ford just misses with a punch to the body.
Catch Wrestler appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Ford misses with an uppercut
and Catch Wrestler cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Ford throws the left hand but Catch Wrestler avoids the punch easily.
Catch Wrestler lands a jab-cross combination.
Catch Wrestler shoots in for a takedown but Ford shows good takedown defense.
Catch Wrestler moves in looking to clinch but Ford pushes him off.
Ford with the inside leg kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ford. Catch Wrestler does a little dance to reset his feet.
Catch Wrestler closes this distance looking for a takedown but Ford circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ford lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
A good leg kick by Ford.
Ford fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Catch Wrestler scores with a jab to the body.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ford throws a lazy right hand but Catch Wrestler sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Catch Wrestler swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.#T1#
Ford misses with a straight left.
Catch Wrestler moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Catch Wrestler misses with a looping left.
Ford swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Ford throws a leg kick that is checked#TD#
and Catch Wrestler counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Catch Wrestler.

Ford manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
Catch Wrestler is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Ford is defending well against a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bjj Catch Wrestler. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Catch Wrestler fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Ford obliges.
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!
Ford lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Ford lands a knee to the body.
Ford lands a shoulder strike.
Ford pushes Catch Wrestler back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#BC2#
Ford breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Bjj Catch Wrestler has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Catch Wrestler takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Ford clobbers Catch Wrestler with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #ROC2#Catch Wrestler is rocked!
Ford misses with a body kick.
Catch Wrestler moves away from the strike by Ford. #CL2#
Ford has closed the distance and engaged Catch Wrestler in a clinch.
Ford lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Catch Wrestler backwards. #BC2#
Ford manages to break the clinch.
Ed Ford is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Ford uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Catch Wrestler.#CL2#
Ford closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #TD#
Catch Wrestler pulls Ford into guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Catch Wrestler can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Ford controls the pace.
Catch Wrestler managing to control the position. #T3#
Ford is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Catch Wrestler has Ford pulled in close to control his posture.
Ford wants to control from the top but Catch Wrestler keeps moving.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Catch Wrestler is controlling Ford's posture.
Ford is stalling in the full guard.
Ford must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Catch Wrestler fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#CL#
Ford gets tackled into the cage by Catch Wrestler. Catch Wrestler maintains the clinch.
Catch Wrestler has a couple of punches blocked by Ford.
Still in the clinch, Catch Wrestler scores with a nice short uppercut.
Ford is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Ford scores with a knee to the head.
Catch Wrestler can't find room to land a body shot as Ford controls the action.
Nice body punch from Catch Wrestler - that landed with a thud.
Ford blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Ford lands a body shot in the clinch.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ed Ford comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Ford has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ed Ford!

A very excited looking Ed Ford made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

 

Event: SYN 931 Dionisy vs. Randleman     
Date:   Oct 05, 2022
#R1##TD#
Catch Wrestler changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Hermann looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Catch Wrestler working the ground and pound.
Hermann is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler in side control, working for a kimura. He's got hold of an arm and he's torquing it... Hermann is tapping! That's the end of the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Bjj Catch Wrestler!
An out of breath and clearly excited Bjj Catch Wrestler thanked Un-Kaged Nutrition for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).

 

Event: SYN 927 Sector vs. Joad     
Date:   Sep 09, 2022
#R1#
Hematopoye just misses with a punch to the body.
Hematopoye missing with a left hand there. Catch Wrestler was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Catch Wrestler throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Hematopoye sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Catch Wrestler lands a jab to the nose.#CL#
Catch Wrestler gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Hematopoye looking for a takedown.
Hematopoye is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Catch Wrestler to keep the fight standing.
Hematopoye lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Catch Wrestler misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC2#
Hematopoye pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Catch Wrestler throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
A nice side step and Hematopoye releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Catch Wrestler looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
The crowd cheers as Catch Wrestler lands an impressive looking overhand right. Hematopoye doesn't seem phased though.
Catch Wrestler misses with a combination
and Hematopoye counters with a right hand to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nice shot by Catch Wrestler.#T1#
Catch Wrestler sizes up Hematopoye with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Catch Wrestler fails with an attempt to clinch.
Catch Wrestler avoids the body shot from Hematopoye.
Hematopoye ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Hematopoye. Catch Wrestler does a little dance to reset his feet.
Hematopoye throws a body punch but Catch Wrestler moves out of range.
Catch Wrestler catches Hematopoye with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Catch Wrestler connects with a single shot there.#CL#
Catch Wrestler clinches.
Hematopoye is looking to take this one to the mat.
Bjj Catch Wrestler has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nou Hematopoye.
Catch Wrestler fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Hematopoye misses with a hook from the clinch.
Catch Wrestler misses with a punch to the body.
A frustrated look appears on Hematopoye's face as he tries to break the clinch. #T2#
Hematopoye wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Hematopoye goes for a takedown attempt but Catch Wrestler pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Catch Wrestler takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Catch Wrestler paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Catch Wrestler tries to clinch but Hematopoye moves out of range.
Catch Wrestler misses with a double jab
and Hematopoye counters with a left to the body.
Catch Wrestler lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Catch Wrestler lands an overhand right.
Hematopoye ducks right into an uppercut from Catch Wrestler.
Nice uppercut there from Catch Wrestler.
Hematopoye throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Catch Wrestler. #T3#
Catch Wrestler connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Hematopoye's hands.#TD#
Catch Wrestler scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Catch Wrestler takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Catch Wrestler is thwarting Hematopoye's attempts to control the position.
Catch Wrestler is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Catch Wrestler trying to control but he's not successful this time. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Catch Wrestler controlling the pace for now. #T4#
Hematopoye working to try and regain half guard.
Catch Wrestler trying to control but Hematopoye is having none of it.
Hematopoye really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Catch Wrestler controlling from the full mount.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Catch Wrestler lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Hematopoye really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bjj Catch Wrestler dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Hematopoye avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Catch Wrestler lands a glancing blow to the side of Hematopoye's head.
Catch Wrestler tries to clinch up.#TD#
Catch Wrestler looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Hematopoye taking some punishment here, with Catch Wrestler in his half guard. #SU#
Catch Wrestler stands up from half guard.
Hematopoye lands a two punch combo.
Catch Wrestler misses with an uppercut. Hematopoye saw that one coming.#TD#
Catch Wrestler gets the takedown into side control.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Catch Wrestler controlling the position.
Catch Wrestler in side control, throwing shots but Hematopoye defends. #T1#
Catch Wrestler throws a strike aimed at the side of Hematopoye's head but Hematopoye avoids it well.
Check out the look on Catch Wrestler's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Hematopoye sneaks back into half guard.
Catch Wrestler sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Hematopoye defending well though.
Hematopoye trying to control but Catch Wrestler postures up.
Ground and pound from Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler working Hematopoye over with strikes.
Catch Wrestler wants to take a breather but Hematopoye is having none of it.
Catch Wrestler stalling. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #T2##SUB2#
Hematopoye looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Catch Wrestler throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Hematopoye trying to hold on to Catch Wrestler's head to control him but Catch Wrestler postures up. #SU#
Catch Wrestler stands up from half guard.
Catch Wrestler digs a good body shot into Hematopoye's ribs.#T3#
Catch Wrestler tries to clinch up but Hematopoye circles away and keeps his distance.
Hematopoye swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Bjj Catch Wrestler is winning the standup battle so far.
Catch Wrestler showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Hematopoye. #TD#
Catch Wrestler looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Catch Wrestler content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #SUB2#
Hematopoye is looking for a triangle but Catch Wrestler pushes his legs off easily.
Catch Wrestler wants to control from the top but Hematopoye keeps moving. #SUB2#
Hematopoye looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #T4#
Hematopoye is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Catch Wrestler wants to control from the top but Hematopoye keeps moving.
Catch Wrestler is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Hematopoye can do to turn this around?
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hematopoye pulls Catch Wrestler in close to prevent any damage.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Catch Wrestler advances to half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bjj Catch Wrestler dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Hematopoye stalks Catch Wrestler and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Catch Wrestler's face. Catch Wrestler staggers backwards, shaken.
A decent looking cross lands there for Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Hematopoye counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Catch Wrestler gets cracked there but stands up to it.
A big right from Hematopoye misses.
Hematopoye has a takedown stuffed.
Catch Wrestler is looking to clinch but Hematopoye is avoiding it.
Hematopoye keeps the fight on the outside.
Hematopoye is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Catch Wrestler rather than just go for the knockout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Catch Wrestler decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Catch Wrestler wants to take a breather but Hematopoye is having none of it.
Hematopoye is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Catch Wrestler scores with a couple of nice shots.
Catch Wrestler performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T1#
Catch Wrestler wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hematopoye keeps working. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Hematopoye is just riding it out for now. Catch Wrestler eventually gives up the hold.
Catch Wrestler landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Hematopoye is trying to get back to full guard.
Catch Wrestler controlling the action here.
Nou Hematopoye has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Bjj Catch Wrestler is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB2#
Hematopoye looking for submissions off his back.
Catch Wrestler perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Catch Wrestler prevents Hematopoye from improving his position.
Hematopoye trying to get back to full guard but Catch Wrestler takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!
Catch Wrestler tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T3#
Catch Wrestler'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.
Catch Wrestler has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Hematopoye is trying to escape the mount.
Hematopoye tries to lock up and control but Catch Wrestler gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Catch Wrestler looking to control and managing it successfully.
Further stalling from Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Hematopoye is holding on tight.
Catch Wrestler sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
If it seems like I'm not saying a lot, it's just because Catch Wrestler is stinking the place up with his stalling.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hematopoye throwing hammer fists to the chest of Catch Wrestler. What's that going to do exactly?

And that's the end of the fight!
Bjj Catch Wrestler showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Catch Wrestler, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bjj Catch Wrestler!

After the big win, Bjj Catch Wrestler made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Un-Kaged Nutrition and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.

 

Event: SYN 921 Slaissi vs. Line     
Date:   Aug 10, 2022
#R1#
A jab from Catch Wrestler finds it's way through Ford's defenses. #TD2#
Ford gets caught napping as Catch Wrestler dives in and scores a takedown. Ford manages to retain guard.
Ford wants to stand but Catch Wrestler is controlling the position.
Ford pulls Catch Wrestler in to control the position.
Catch Wrestler controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Catch Wrestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Ford is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Catch Wrestler postures up in Ford's guard and throws a big left but Ford blocks it.
Catch Wrestler is looking to work some ground and pound but Ford has wrist control.
Ford controlling the position.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.#T1#
Catch Wrestler trying to control but Ford is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Catch Wrestler misses the body punch
and Ford cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Ed Ford is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Ford misses with a body shot.
Catch Wrestler is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Ford with a body shot.
Catch Wrestler avoids the body shot from Ford.
Ford moves away from the strike by Catch Wrestler.
Ford stuffs the takedown attempt from Catch Wrestler. Catch Wrestler gets slowly back to his feet. #TD2#
Ford gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Catch Wrestler to score an easy takedown into full guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Catch Wrestler accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Ford wants to stand but Catch Wrestler is controlling the position.
Ford preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #T2#
Catch Wrestler scoring with punches to the head and body.
Catch Wrestler is pushing down on Ford's leg trying to pass to half guard. Ford is fighting to maintain full guard but Catch Wrestler has managed to sneak the leg through.
Ford is trying to stand back up but Catch Wrestler is controlling him
Catch Wrestler trying to control from half guard but Ford is working away.
Ford looks like he's trying to stand up.
Catch Wrestler is looking to take a break and control but Ford is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Ford wants to get back to his feet.
Catch Wrestler throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Catch Wrestler wants to pass the guard but Ford is defending well.
Catch Wrestler is trying to control the action in half guard but Ford is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T3#
Ford wants to get back to his feet. #ES#
Ford manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Ford will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Catch Wrestler throws a jab but it's blocked by Ford.
Catch Wrestler fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Ford connects with a nice looking jab.
Catch Wrestler uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ford.
Catch Wrestler lands a really nice looking cross but Ford seems unphased.
Ford misses with a head kick.
Ford throws a nice inside leg kick.
Ford dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Catch Wrestler throws a right and a left that both miss.
Catch Wrestler uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Ford has time to react.#T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Catch Wrestler throws a one two combo.
Catch Wrestler checks a low kick from Ford.
Ford tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Catch Wrestler paws at him with a jab and circles away.
And Catch Wrestler tries to counter it with a takedown but Ford pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Ford throws a leg kick which misses Catch Wrestler's front leg but catches the back leg as Catch Wrestler tries to avoid it. #TD2#
Catch Wrestler shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Ford is trying to defend but Catch Wrestler finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Catch Wrestler has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Catch Wrestler seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Ford does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Ford wants to improve his position but Catch Wrestler is controlling well.
Ford controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Catch Wrestler prevents Ford from standing back up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Bjj Catch Wrestler will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Catch Wrestler rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Ford counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Catch Wrestler will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Catch Wrestler misses with a wild combination.
Ford lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Catch Wrestler at a distance.
Catch Wrestler will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Ford fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Catch Wrestler on the side of the head.
Ford ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Ford takes one on the button.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Catch Wrestler doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Catch Wrestler throws out a powerful jab.
Ford slips under a jab from Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler misses with a looping left.
Catch Wrestler shoots and misses
and Ford counters with a head kick. That will keep Catch Wrestler thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
Ed Ford has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bjj Catch Wrestler.#T1#
Catch Wrestler blocks a jab.
Ford is really turning it up, unleashing another crisp combination which drops Catch Wrestler like a ton of bricks! The referee dives in to stop the fight, saving Catch Wrestler from another fist facial!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:11 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ed Ford!
A victorious Ed Ford thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

 

Event: SYN 915 Todd vs. JCM 2     
Date:   Jul 17, 2022
#R1#
Bulb throws a shot from downtown. Catch Wrestler moves away and avoids it.
Bulb throws a leg kick that is checked#TD2#
and Catch Wrestler counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Catch Wrestler trying to control but Bulb is working from the bottom.
Catch Wrestler missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Catch Wrestler looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Catch Wrestler accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Catch Wrestler has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Catch Wrestler trying to control but Bulb is working from the bottom.
Bulb trying to keep a closed guard but Catch Wrestler is proving a slippery customer.
Catch Wrestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Bulb is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
Catch Wrestler keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Bulb's head.#SUB2#
Catch Wrestler drops back looking for a leg! Bulb is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Bulb manages to kick Catch Wrestler off! Catch Wrestler jumps back into Bulb's guard.
Catch Wrestler distracts Bulb with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Catch Wrestler wants to pass the guard but Bulb is keeping the position.#ES#
Bulb wriggles free and stands up.
Bulb waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Catch Wrestler.
A little jabbing left from Catch Wrestler on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Catch Wrestler uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bulb.
Bulb tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Catch Wrestler was well out of range. Poor timing from Bulb.#T2#
Catch Wrestler swings for the body but Bulb moves out of range. #TD2#
Catch Wrestler closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Catch Wrestler lands in his opponent's guard.#SUB2#
Catch Wrestler has gone for a leg lock! Bulb slips out almost immediately though and dives into Catch Wrestler's guard.#REVR#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Catch Wrestler 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.
Catch Wrestler has a closed guard, preventing Bulb from standing up. #SU#
Bulb gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Catch Wrestler uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bulb.#T3#
Bulb misses the jab.
Bulb lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Catch Wrestler slips a straight right by Bulb.
Bulb dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Catch Wrestler moves out of range as Bulb strikes.
Catch Wrestler tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Bulb defends well and Catch Wrestler ends up having to push Bulb into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bulb. Catch Wrestler does a little dance to reset his feet.
Catch Wrestler tries to counter with a clinch but Bulb shakes him off and moves away.
Bulb stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Bulb wants it to stay on the feet.
It looked like Bulb was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Catch Wrestler.
Bulb slaps away a takedown attempt from Catch Wrestler, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Adim Bulb has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bjj Catch Wrestler.
Bulb missing with a left hand there. Catch Wrestler was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #TD2#
Catch Wrestler shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Bulb napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Bulb is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Catch Wrestler off and has taken his back!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Catch Wrestler is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Bulb. #T4#
Catch Wrestler tries to break free.
I would not like to be Catch Wrestler right now.
You can see the frustration on Catch Wrestler's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Bulb biding his time, looking for the opening.
Catch Wrestler tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell! #SUB#
Bulb looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Catch Wrestler is looking to improve his position but Bulb isn't that keen on the idea.
Bulb controlling the position easily from mount.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Adim Bulb dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Catch Wrestler throws a hook but Bulb blocks it.
Bjj Catch Wrestler seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Catch Wrestler tries to clinch there but Bulb circles away.
Bulb is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Catch Wrestler can do to turn this around?
Catch Wrestler throws a one two combo.
Catch Wrestler misses with a straight left.
Bulb throws an off balance right hand
and Catch Wrestler counters with a straight right hand.
Jab from Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Bulb stuffs the takedown.
Bjj Catch Wrestler is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Catch Wrestler takes a swing at Bulb's ribcage but misses.
Catch Wrestler misses the shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bulb throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bulb tries to land a front kick but Catch Wrestler steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Catch Wrestler moves away from the strike by Bulb.
Catch Wrestler looks to score with a jab to the body but Bulb is just out of range.#T1#
Bulb misses with a hook. Catch Wrestler ducked under it nicely.
Catch Wrestler fails to land with a series of punches.
Catch Wrestler connects with a nice looking jab.
Catch Wrestler throws a poor cross that misses
and Bulb counters with a stiff right hand.
Bulb is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Catch Wrestler's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Nice shot lands for Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Catch Wrestler bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Bulb's head.
Bulb throws a jab but it's blocked by Catch Wrestler.
Bulb misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Catch Wrestler let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Adim Bulb is winning the standup battle so far.
Catch Wrestler ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bulb moves away.
The crowd cheers as Catch Wrestler lands an impressive looking overhand right. Bulb doesn't seem phased though.
Catch Wrestler shoots in but Bulb avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Catch Wrestler throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Bulb. #T2#
Bulb misses with a looping right.
Catch Wrestler keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Catch Wrestler connects with a good right hand that stumbles Bulb. Bulb circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
A jab from Bulb misses.
Catch Wrestler on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Bulb looks to score with a jab to the body but Catch Wrestler is just out of range.
Bulb takes a jab right on the kisser.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Catch Wrestler is defended easily by Bulb.
Adim Bulb has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bjj Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Bulb's waist but Bulb gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Catch Wrestler off to one side.
Bulb lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Bulb bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Catch Wrestler's head backwards.#T3#
Catch Wrestler closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Catch Wrestler fails with a takedown attempt.
Catch Wrestler displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bulb throws out the jab.
It seemed like Catch Wrestler was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Catch Wrestler shoots in looking for a takedown. Bulb tries to sprawl out of it but Catch Wrestler keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Bulb manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Bulb uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Catch Wrestler.
Bulb looks to throw the jab but Catch Wrestler is out of range.
Catch Wrestler is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Bulb closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Catch Wrestler scores with a hook.
Catch Wrestler moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Catch Wrestler throws a nice looking combination but Bulb bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#T4#
Bulb keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Catch Wrestler fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Bulb avoids it really well and circles away.
Catch Wrestler shoots in looking for a takedown but Bulb manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Catch Wrestler's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Catch Wrestler displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bulb throws out the jab.
Bulb tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Catch Wrestler was well out of range. Poor timing from Bulb.
Catch Wrestler is looking to clinch but Bulb is avoiding it.
Bulb throws a low kick but it's checked well by Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler goes for a double leg but Bulb avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Bulb continues to drive forward.
Bulb uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Bulb momentarily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Bjj Catch Wrestler will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Bulb takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Catch Wrestler uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bulb.
Bulb pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Bulb throws a body kick that misses.
A countering left hand to the body from Catch Wrestler misses.
Bulb takes one to the chin there.
Bulb throws a body shot but no joy.
Catch Wrestler looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Bulb is fending him off so far but Catch Wrestler persists. Nope, Bulb circles away and we're back to standing.
Bulb is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Bulb scores with a decent looking hook.
Catch Wrestler swings and misses with a hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice takedown defense from Bulb. No joy for Catch Wrestler on that attempt.
Bulb misses with a left hand
and Catch Wrestler counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bulb lands a lovely overhand right.
Catch Wrestler falls off balance throwing a combination
and Bulb counters with a nice uppercut. #T1#
Bulb misses with a left hand
and Catch Wrestler counters with a nice uppercut.
A swing and a miss from Catch Wrestler.
A quick step to the side and Bulb tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Catch Wrestler misses the shot to the body.
Catch Wrestler fails in his attempt to clinch. #CL2#
Catch Wrestler darts in and clinches Bulb up against the cage.
Bulb blocking some punches.
Bulb is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Catch Wrestler blocks a body shot from Bulb.
Bulb working some nice short punches in the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bulb.
Catch Wrestler lands a hook that snaps the head of Bulb backwards.
Catch Wrestler is working for takedown but Bulb is calmly controlling the position for now.
Adim Bulb has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bjj Catch Wrestler.#BC#
Bulb escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Adim Bulb is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Bulb misses with an uppercut. Catch Wrestler saw that one coming.
Catch Wrestler moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#T2#
Bulb takes a swing at Catch Wrestler's ribcage but misses.
Catch Wrestler swings and misses with a hook to the body.
No joy there for Catch Wrestler, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
It looked like Bulb was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Catch Wrestler.#TD2#
Catch Wrestler fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Bulb sprawls well initially but Catch Wrestler persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Bulb blocking the ground and pound attempt from Catch Wrestler.
Bulb is trying to stand. #ES#
Bulb kicks off Catch Wrestler and gets to his feet.
Catch Wrestler swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Bulb makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Bulb throws a jab but it's blocked by Catch Wrestler.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too. #T3#
Catch Wrestler moves in looking to clinch but Bulb pushes him off.
Catch Wrestler ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bulb shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Catch Wrestler changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Bulb swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bulb throws an overhand right that lands on Catch Wrestler's shoulder, as Catch Wrestler tries to avoid the shot.
Catch Wrestler is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Bulb with a body shot.#TD2#
Catch Wrestler shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Bulb is trying to defend but Catch Wrestler finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.#SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is looking for a kimura here.
Catch Wrestler takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Bulb is not content to let Catch Wrestler control the position.#T4#
Bulb is looking to escape.
Bulb avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Catch Wrestler.
Bulb is trying to stand up here but Catch Wrestler is controlling him well.
Bulb is looking to improve his position.
Bulb blocking the ground and pound attempt from Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler not landing any meaningful shots this time. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is working for a submission of some sort.
Catch Wrestler is looking to take a break and control but Bulb is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.

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 Adim Bulb.
I think Bulb 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:27
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Adim Bulb!

Adim Bulb decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.

 

Event: SYN 909 Pawlik vs. Duvernay     
Date:   Jun 25, 2022
#R1#
Schlong throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Catch Wrestler sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Catch Wrestler appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Schlong fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Catch Wrestler manages to avoid it.
Schlong throws a hook but Catch Wrestler avoids it easily.
Catch Wrestler is looking to counter punch.
Catch Wrestler jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Catch Wrestler takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Schlong lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Schlong throws a hook but Catch Wrestler avoids it easily.
Catch Wrestler tries to bum rush Schlong with a series of wild strikes but Schlong uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Schlong misses with a hook.
Catch Wrestler looks to land a combination but Schlong avoids it well. #TD#
Catch Wrestler fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Schlong sprawls well initially but Catch Wrestler persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Schlong trying to control here.
Catch Wrestler sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Catch Wrestler is nestled in close to Schlong, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.#T1#
Catch Wrestler throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Schlong is looking to improve his position.
Schlong is looking to control Catch Wrestler's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Schlong avoid being mounted?
Catch Wrestler trying to control the action but Schlong is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Schlong blocking the ground and pound attempt from Catch Wrestler.
Schlong trying to control from the bottom.
Catch Wrestler seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Schlong is trying to control but can't. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler seems to be working for a kimura but Schlong defends the submission attempt.
Catch Wrestler is taking a breather. Schlong says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.#T2#
Schlong wants to control but Catch Wrestler is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Schlong makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Schlong.
Catch Wrestler wants to control from the top but Schlong keeps moving.
Catch Wrestler looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Schlong is trying to control the position but Catch Wrestler postures up. #T3##SUB2#
Schlong looking for a guillotine here but Catch Wrestler defends easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Catch Wrestler lands a couple of elbows.#SUB2#
Schlong looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Catch Wrestler tries to free his leg and advance position but Schlong is retaining full guard.
Schlong is trying to control the position but Catch Wrestler postures up.
Catch Wrestler lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Catch Wrestler tries to free his leg and advance position but Schlong is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Schlong had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Catch Wrestler defends it easily.#SUB2#
Schlong has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Catch Wrestler can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T4#
Catch Wrestler pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Schlong is keeping the position for now.
Schlong is trying to keep Catch Wrestler in close.
Catch Wrestler content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Catch Wrestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Schlong is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Catch Wrestler pushing down on Schlong's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bjj Catch Wrestler dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Schlong throws a right and a left that Catch Wrestler avoids nicely.
A jab from Catch Wrestler misses.
Schlong is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Schlong.
Catch Wrestler fails with the takedown.
The fighters circling - Schlong throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Catch Wrestler ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Schlong moves away.#TD#
Catch Wrestler shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Schlong napping and manages to drive through into side control!
You can see the frustration on Schlong's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Catch Wrestler lands a nice forearm strike.
Catch Wrestler is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Schlong can do to turn this around?
Schlong tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Catch Wrestler wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Catch Wrestler lands an elbow.
Catch Wrestler trying to control the action but Schlong is working from the bottom. #T1#
Catch Wrestler lands a nice forearm strike.
Schlong manages to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Catch Wrestler 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.
Schlong avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Catch Wrestler.
Schlong is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Schlong works his way to full guard. Good work.#T2#
Schlong 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#
Schlong has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Catch Wrestler can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Catch Wrestler slips nicely into half guard.
Schlong is pressing down on Catch Wrestler's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Catch Wrestler working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Catch Wrestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Schlong is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Catch Wrestler has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#SUB2#
Schlong throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #T3#
Catch Wrestler trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Schlong wants to sweep here but Catch Wrestler controlling him for the moment.
Catch Wrestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Schlong is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Schlong working for a triangle but Catch Wrestler defends it easily.
Catch Wrestler is stalling in the full guard.
Catch Wrestler trying to control but Schlong is working from the bottom. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Catch Wrestler preventing the sweep.
Schlong trying to control the position here.
Catch Wrestler trying to control but Schlong is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Catch Wrestler throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Catch Wrestler misses with a body shot.
Catch Wrestler closes this distance looking for a takedown but Schlong circles away.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Catch Wrestler swings for the body but Schlong moves out of range.
Catch Wrestler keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Schlong.
Nice shot lands for Catch Wrestler.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bjj Catch Wrestler 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. This is the final round!#R3#
A lazy left from Catch Wrestler finds it's target.
Bjj Catch Wrestler is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Schlong on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Catch Wrestler takes one to the side of the head.
Catch Wrestler throws a right and a left that Schlong avoids nicely.
Catch Wrestler shoots in for a double leg but Schlong sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Catch Wrestler closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Schlong bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Catch Wrestler's head.
Catch Wrestler takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Schlong moves out of range as Catch Wrestler strikes.
Catch Wrestler doesn't manage to clinch there - Schlong circles away. #TD#
Catch Wrestler fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Schlong sprawls well initially but Catch Wrestler persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Schlong is looking to control Catch Wrestler's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Schlong avoid being mounted?
Schlong moves into full guard.
Schlong tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T1#
Schlong bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Catch Wrestler's guard. #REVB##SUB#
Catch Wrestler is looking for a triangle but Schlong pushes his legs off easily.
Schlong tries to free his leg and advance position but Catch Wrestler is retaining full guard.
Catch Wrestler keeping moving, preventing Schlong from controlling successfully.
Bjj Catch Wrestler overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Schlong looking to pass the guard.
Schlong wants to control from the top but Catch Wrestler keeps moving.
Catch Wrestler keeping full guard, as Schlong tries to pass.
Bjj Catch Wrestler is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Catch Wrestler pulls Schlong in close to prevent any damage.
Long Schlong has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Catch Wrestler seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Schlong wants to pass the guard but Catch Wrestler is keeping the position.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T3#
Schlong misses with a hook.
Long Schlong is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Schlong throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Catch Wrestler sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Catch Wrestler throws a series of punches but Schlong avoids them all with ease.
Nice sprawl there from Schlong as Catch Wrestler shoots in.
A jab from Schlong finds it's way through Catch Wrestler's defenses.
Schlong takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#CL2#
Schlong has managed to clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Catch Wrestler.
Schlong controlling the action here for a moment.
Schlong can't find room to land a body shot as Catch Wrestler controls the action. #T4#
Schlong misses with a short punch on the inside.
Schlong can't find room to land a body shot as Catch Wrestler controls the action.
Schlong has Catch Wrestler pressed against the cage.
Catch Wrestler jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Schlong walks away with a smile on his face. Catch Wrestler gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bjj Catch Wrestler. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Catch Wrestler uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Schlong.
Schlong 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.
Schlong ducks under a wild hook from Catch Wrestler.
Schlong looks to score with a jab to the body but Catch Wrestler is just out of range.
Catch Wrestler shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Schlong defends it nicely.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Catch Wrestler throws a right and a left that Schlong avoids nicely.
Schlong lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Schlong on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.

And that's the end of the fight!
Long Schlong comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Catch Wrestler 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 Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 29:28
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 29:28
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bjj Catch Wrestler!

Bjj Catch Wrestler really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Un-Kaged Nutrition logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.

 

Event: SYN 90210     
Date:   May 29, 2022
#R1##CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Dadasov prevents a body shot from Catch Wrestler.
A short left from Catch Wrestler.
Dadasov is defending well against a takedown attempt.#TD#
Catch Wrestler successfully pulls guard.
Catch Wrestler looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SU2#
Dadasov gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent. #CL2#
Dadasov moves into the clinch successfully.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Dadasov.
A short left from Dadasov.
Catch Wrestler tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Dadasov lands with a left to the head.
Catch Wrestler struggles to land a body shot inside as Dadasov controls his hands.
Catch Wrestler jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Dadasov walks away with a smile on his face. Catch Wrestler gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bjj Catch Wrestler. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dadasov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Dadasov scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dadasov scores with a leg kick.
Dadasov throws a sloppy head kick and Catch Wrestler moves out of range easily.
Catch Wrestler fails with a takedown attempt from distance.#T1#
Catch Wrestler closes the distance and clinches up with Dadasov, looking for a takedown. Catch Wrestler pushes Dadasov against the cage but Dadasov circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
The fight stays on the outside here - Dadasov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Dadasov throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Dadasov moves in looking to clinch but Catch Wrestler pushes him off.
Dadasov tries a head kick but it misses. #TD#
Catch Wrestler closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Dadasov to the mat! Dadasov manages to get full guard.
Dadasov lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Catch Wrestler seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Dadasov preventing the sweep.
Catch Wrestler managing to control the position. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #T2##SUB#
Catch Wrestler throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Dadasov escapes and throws Catch Wrestler's legs to the side, diving into side control! #SU2#
Dadasov has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
Dadasov stuffs the takedown.
Dadasov lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dadasov tries to clinch
letting Catch Wrestler counter with a right hand.
Dadasov throws a sloppy head kick and Catch Wrestler moves out of range easily.
Catch Wrestler avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Catch Wrestler swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Renat Dadasov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dadasov rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Catch Wrestler moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#T3#
Dadasov swings widly with a right hand
and Catch Wrestler cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Dadasov throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Dadasov tries a head kick but it misses.
Catch Wrestler fails with a takedown attempt.
Dadasov misses with a low kick as Catch Wrestler jumps back.
Dadasov pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Horrible takedown attempt by Catch Wrestler or perhaps it was just good defense by Dadasov, which made it look bad. #CL#
Catch Wrestler has managed to clinch.
Dadasov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Dadasov lands an uppercut.
Catch Wrestler tries to pull guard but Dadasov won't allow it.
Catch Wrestler is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Dadasov gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
A short uppercut from Catch Wrestler. #T4#
Catch Wrestler blocks a body shot from Dadasov.
A shot in the inside from Dadasov.
Dadasov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Catch Wrestler misses with a punch on the inside.
Dadasov scores with a nice hook to the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Catch Wrestler struggles to land a body shot inside as Dadasov controls his hands.
Catch Wrestler tries to pull guard but Dadasov won't allow it. #BC2#
Dadasov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Dadasov throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A head kick by Dadasov misses #TD#
and Catch Wrestler counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Catch Wrestler wants to pass the guard but Dadasov is defending well.
Dadasov is trying to control but can't.
Catch Wrestler prevents Dadasov from improving his position.#SUB#
Catch Wrestler is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Dadasov defends it well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Renat Dadasov dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2##CL2#
Dadasov rushes Catch Wrestler and presses him up against the cage.
Dadasov doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #BC2#
Dadasov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #TD#
Dadasov gets caught napping as Catch Wrestler dives in and scores a takedown. Dadasov manages to retain guard.

Dadasov pushes Catch Wrestler off and scrambles back to his feet.
Dadasov misses with a head kick.
Nice sprawl there from Dadasov as Catch Wrestler shoots in.
Dadasov wants to clinch up but Catch Wrestler keeps it at a distance.
Dadasov throws a body punch but Catch Wrestler moves out of range.
Dadasov throws a head kick that misses.
Catch Wrestler half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
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!
Dadasov tries a head kick but it misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Catch Wrestler misses the target.
Dadasov takes one to the side of the head.
Catch Wrestler tries to clinch but Dadasov is having none of it. #TD#
Catch Wrestler 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.#T1#
Dadasov wants to sweep here but Catch Wrestler controlling him for the moment.
Dadasov trying to strike off his back.
Dadasov working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler 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.
Bjj Catch Wrestler overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Catch Wrestler stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Dadasov swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Catch Wrestler wants to control from the top but Dadasov keeps moving.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Dadasov 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.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Dadasov dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Renat Dadasov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Catch Wrestler throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Dadasov on the side of the head.
Dadasov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Dadasov scores with a head kick. Catch Wrestler tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Dadasov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Catch Wrestler swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Catch Wrestler dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Catch Wrestler is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.#CL2#
Dadasov darts in and clinches Catch Wrestler up against the cage.
Dadasov lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Dadasov tries to work over Catch Wrestler's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #TD#
Catch Wrestler pulls guard effortlessly. #T3##SUB#
Catch Wrestler is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Dadasov avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Catch Wrestler is trying to keep Dadasov in close. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler has an active guard here but Dadasov has managed to pass into half guard. #SU2#
Dadasov stands up from half guard... He's had enough of that ground malarky for the time being. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Catch Wrestler misses with an uppercut. #CL2#
Dadasov has Catch Wrestler up against the cage in a clinch.
Catch Wrestler doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Dadasov scores with a shoulder strike.
Dadasov tries a body shot but Catch Wrestler blocks it.
Catch Wrestler fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Dadasov can't find room to land a body shot as Catch Wrestler controls the action.
Dadasov lands a body shot in the clinch.
Catch Wrestler is trying to pull guard but Dadasov has him pressed against the cage.
Catch Wrestler tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Dadasov smiles and moves away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bjj Catch Wrestler. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dadasov shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Dadasov takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Dadasov moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Renat Dadasov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Catch Wrestler checks the leg kick nicely there. #CL2#
Dadasov moves into the clinch.
Dadasov lands a body shot.
Dadasov misses with a body punch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Dadasov.
Dadasov scores with a nice hook to the head.
Dadasov pushes Catch Wrestler back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Dadasov can't find room to land a body shot as Catch Wrestler controls the action.
Dadasov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Catch Wrestler is trying to pull guard but Dadasov has him pressed against the cage.#TD#
Catch Wrestler pulls guard effortlessly. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler is looking for a triangle but Dadasov pushes his legs off easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Catch Wrestler working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Dadasov doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Dadasov manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Catch Wrestler looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T1#
Catch Wrestler trying to keep a closed guard but Dadasov is proving a slippery customer. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Dadasov defends well.
Dadasov is looking to stand up but Catch Wrestler won't let him. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler throws his legs up looking for a submission but Dadasov uses it to pass to side control.
Bjj Catch Wrestler has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#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.
Catch Wrestler is looking to regain half guard here but Dadasov keeps moving and retains side control.
You can see the frustration on Catch Wrestler's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Catch Wrestler tries to improve position but can't. #SU2#
Dadasov decides to stand back up. Dadasov steps back and let's Catch Wrestler get back to his feet.
Catch Wrestler shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Dadasov pinned against the cage. Dadasov gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Catch Wrestler waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Dadasov.
Dadasov feints the counter takedown.#CL2#
Dadasov closes the distance and pushes Catch Wrestler back into the cage.#T3#
Dadasov struggles to land a body shot inside as Catch Wrestler controls his hands.
Dadasov struggles to land a body shot inside as Catch Wrestler controls his hands.
Catch Wrestler fails to pull guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bjj Catch Wrestler. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Catch Wrestler tries to pull guard but Dadasov holds him up against the cage and eventually Catch Wrestler drops back down to his feet.
Catch Wrestler has a couple of punches blocked by Dadasov.
Well,Catch Wrestler is on his way to losing a decision here. Can he use his experience to pull something off in the closing minutes?
Dadasov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Catch Wrestler drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Dadasov gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Catch Wrestler swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Dadasov tries to throw a body punch but Catch Wrestler avoids it by throwing Dadasov back against the cage.
Still in the clinch, Dadasov scores with a nice short uppercut.
Catch Wrestler tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Dadasov smiles and moves away.
Renat Dadasov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Dadasov misses the jab.
Renat Dadasov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Dadasov lands with a hook. Catch Wrestler tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Jab by Dadasov.
Catch Wrestler will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Dadasov with the counter takedown but Catch Wrestler avoids it easily.#T4#
Dadasov misses with a head kick.
Catch Wrestler feinted with a counter takedown.
Dadasov throws a shot to the body.
Catch Wrestler throws a hook to the side of Dadasov's head but Dadasov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Dadasov misses with a head kick. #CL2#
Dadasov has taken the fight to the clinch.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Catch Wrestler misses with a short punch on the inside.
Dadasov struggles to land a body shot inside as Catch Wrestler controls his hands.
Catch Wrestler struggles to land a body shot inside as Dadasov controls his hands.
Catch Wrestler tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Dadasov smiles and moves away.
Dadasov moves away from the strike by Catch Wrestler.
Dadasov throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Dadasov fails in his attempt to clinch. #CL2#
Dadasov drives through and clinches with Catch Wrestler against the cage.
Catch Wrestler swings wildly with an uppercut but Dadasov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Renat Dadasov seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Dadasov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.

And that's the end of the fight!
Renat Dadasov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Dadasov 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 Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight for Renat Dadasov!
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight for Renat Dadasov!
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight for Renat Dadasov!

Renat Dadasov wins by unanimous decision!

Renat Dadasov made sure to mention his sponsor, EFC Threads in his post fight interview.

 

Event: SYN 897 Maluga vs. Leifsson     
Date:   May 08, 2022
#R1#
Storm fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Catch Wrestler looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Storm 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.
Catch Wrestler misses with a looping left.
Storm was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Catch Wrestler closes the distance looking to clinch
and Storm counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Catch Wrestler tries to score a power double leg takedown but Storm sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Catch Wrestler somewhat.
Catch Wrestler tries to clinch but Storm moves out of range.
Catch Wrestler tries to close the distance and clinch up but Storm swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Catch Wrestler is looking to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Catch Wrestler darts in looking for a takedown but Storm gets double underhooks and turns Catch Wrestler into the cage.
Catch Wrestler is trying hard to land a takedown here. Storm sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Lincoln Storm has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bjj Catch Wrestler.
No luck for Catch Wrestler with that takedown attempt.
Storm takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing. #T1#
Catch Wrestler tries to close the distance and clinch up but Storm swats him away and circles back towards the center.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler throws a shot from downtown. Storm moves away and avoids it.
Storm appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Catch Wrestler tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Storm counters with a left to the body.
Catch Wrestler throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Storm sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Storm gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Catch Wrestler moves out of range of the body kick from Storm.
Catch Wrestler lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.#TD2#
Catch Wrestler scores with a takedown into Storm's guard.
Catch Wrestler is fighting to break Storm's control of his arms but Storm is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#T2#
Catch Wrestler 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.
Catch Wrestler's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Catch Wrestler works over Storm with some ground and pound from guard.
Catch Wrestler trying to control but Storm is working from the bottom. #T3#
Catch Wrestler postures up in Storm's guard and throws a big left but Storm blocks it.
Catch Wrestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Storm 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.
A slapping leg kick lands for Storm.
Storm pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #CL2#
Catch Wrestler has closed the distance and engaged Storm in a clinch.
Nice body punch from Storm - that landed with a thud.
Storm with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Catch Wrestler fails to pull guard.
Catch Wrestler is trying to pull guard but Storm has him pressed against the cage.
Storm throws a head punch that misses. #BC#
Storm breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Catch Wrestler has a takedown stuffed.#T4#
Storm lands a nice leg kick that just misses Catch Wrestler's sensitive parts.
Catch Wrestler misses with a series of wild punches.
A leg kick checked by Catch Wrestler.
It seemed like Catch Wrestler was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Storm lands with a thumping leg kick.
Catch Wrestler shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
It looked like Storm was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Catch Wrestler wants to clinch up but Storm keeps it at a distance.
Catch Wrestler slips a straight right by Storm.
Catch Wrestler shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Storm counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#CL2#
Catch Wrestler has taken the fight to the clinch. #BC#
Storm's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Storm stuffs the takedown attempt from Catch Wrestler. Catch Wrestler gets slowly back to his feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lincoln Storm dominated that round.
That's time! Storm's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Catch Wrestler ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Storm moves away.
Storm lands a body shot.
Storm throws a hook but Catch Wrestler avoids it easily.
Catch Wrestler doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Lincoln Storm is winning the standup battle so far.
Storm tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Catch Wrestler was well out of range. Poor timing from Storm.
Catch Wrestler on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Storm throws a punch but it's blocked by Catch Wrestler.
Storm lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Storm scores with a shot to the side of Catch Wrestler's head.
Storm lands a shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Catch Wrestler jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Storm walks away with a smile on his face. Catch Wrestler gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Storm lands with a hook. Catch Wrestler tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. #CL2#
Catch Wrestler gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Storm is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Catch Wrestler can do to turn this around?
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Catch Wrestler swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Storm lands with a short head shot on the inside. #T1#
Storm lands an uppercut.
Catch Wrestler tries a body shot but Storm blocks it. #BC#
Storm breaks from the clinch. #TD2#
Storm gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Storm is pulling down on Catch Wrestler's head to control his posture.
Catch Wrestler pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Storm is keeping the position for now.
Catch Wrestler loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Storm has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Catch Wrestler has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Catch Wrestler postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #T2#
Storm looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Catch Wrestler puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Still in half guard, Catch Wrestler seems content to control.
Storm is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Catch Wrestler trying to control the pace.
Catch Wrestler missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Storm wants to improve his position but Catch Wrestler is controlling well.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.#T3#
Catch Wrestler is trying to control the action in half guard but Storm is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Lincoln Storm is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Storm with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Catch Wrestler throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Storm misses the jab.
Bjj Catch Wrestler seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Catch Wrestler swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Storm fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Catch Wrestler on the side of the head.
Storm tries to score with a low kick but Catch Wrestler moves his leg out of the way.
Storm misses with a low kick as Catch Wrestler jumps back.
Catch Wrestler tries to score a power double leg takedown but Storm sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Catch Wrestler somewhat.#T4#
No luck with that takedown attempt from Catch Wrestler.
Lincoln Storm has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bjj Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler lands a jab-cross combination.
Catch Wrestler tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Storm counters with a stiff right hand.
Catch Wrestler avoids the body shot from Storm.
Catch Wrestler stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Storm.
Catch Wrestler slips under a jab from Storm.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Catch Wrestler is trying hard to land a takedown here. Storm sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Storm misses with an uppercut
enabling Catch Wrestler to counter with a crisp jab.
Storm misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Catch Wrestler.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lincoln Storm 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. This is the final round!#R3##TD2#
Catch Wrestler drives through with a takedown into Storm's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Storm lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Catch Wrestler keeping moving, preventing Storm from controlling successfully.
Storm showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Storm passes into side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Catch Wrestler is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#T1#
Catch Wrestler is trying is best to control the position here.
Storm performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Catch Wrestler 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.#SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Storm pulls his head out easily.
Catch Wrestler wants to control but Storm is keeping busy.
Catch Wrestler is trying to control but Storm passes into side control!
Catch Wrestler wants to control but Storm postures up.
Bjj Catch Wrestler has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#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.
Catch Wrestler is not content to let Storm control the position.
Storm controlling from side mount.
Catch Wrestler can't do much from the bottom here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Storm lands an elbow. #T3#
Catch Wrestler tries to buck Storm off but Storm is having none of it.
A lull in the action here.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Storm leaves Catch Wrestler with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Storm feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Catch Wrestler uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Storm.
Horrible takedown attempt by Catch Wrestler or perhaps it was just good defense by Storm, which made it look bad. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Storm throws a body punch but Catch Wrestler moves out of range.
Catch Wrestler throws out a counter right but Storm avoids it with no problem.
Good shot there by Storm.
Storm will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Catch Wrestler scores with a body shot.
Lincoln Storm is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Nice defenses there by Storm.
Catch Wrestler tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Storm counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#CL2#
Catch Wrestler clinches with his opponent.
Storm blocks a punch to the side of the head.

And that's the end of the fight!
Lincoln Storm showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Storm, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 30:27
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lincoln Storm!

Lincoln Storm seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

 

Event: SYN 892 Bitter Rivals     
Date:   Apr 17, 2022
#R1#
Catch Wrestler tries to clinch
and Hematopoye cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Hematopoye listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Catch Wrestler takes a swing at Hematopoye's ribcage but misses.
Hematopoye connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Hematopoye misses with a looping left.
Hematopoye misses with a wild body shot. #TD2#
Hematopoye tries to sprawl but Catch Wrestler drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Hematopoye trying to control but Catch Wrestler postures up.
Hematopoye regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB#
Hematopoye isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Catch Wrestler stacks Hematopoye 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 Catch Wrestler!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Catch Wrestler working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards. #T1#
Hematopoye is trying to get back to half guard.
Catch Wrestler working away.
Catch Wrestler throws a strike aimed at the side of Hematopoye's head but Hematopoye avoids it well.
Catch Wrestler is looking to take a break and control but Hematopoye is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Catch Wrestler working away.#SUB2#
Catch Wrestler tries for a kimura but Hematopoye is defending well. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Catch Wrestler taking a breather here.
Hematopoye is looking to regain half guard here but Catch Wrestler keeps moving and retains side control.
Hematopoye is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Catch Wrestler perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #T3#
Hematopoye is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Hematopoye is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Catch Wrestler pulls his head out easily.
Catch Wrestler is looking to take a break and control but Hematopoye is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Hematopoye trying to control but Catch Wrestler postures up. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Hematopoye drops his hands momentarily and Catch Wrestler takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Catch Wrestler lands with an overhand left.
Hematopoye takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
A lazy left from Hematopoye finds it's target.#T4#
Hematopoye jabs Catch Wrestler right on the nose. Catch Wrestler blinks but takes it well.
Hematopoye scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Hematopoye misses with a body punch
and Catch Wrestler counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Catch Wrestler tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Hematopoye paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Catch Wrestler scores with a hook.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hematopoye connects with a nice looking jab.
Hematopoye uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler misses with a body shot.
Catch Wrestler lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Catch Wrestler on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Catch Wrestler has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Hematopoye keeps the fight on the outside.
Catch Wrestler takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Catch Wrestler is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Bjj Catch Wrestler will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Catch Wrestler tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Hematopoye manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Hematopoye throws out a loose jab but Catch Wrestler uses good head movement to avoid it.
Hematopoye moves out of range as Catch Wrestler strikes.
Catch Wrestler scores with a punch to the head.#CL2#
Hematopoye tries to keep at a distance but Catch Wrestler has taken the fight into the clinch.
Hematopoye blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Catch Wrestler lands a body shot.
Hematopoye drops down looking for an ankle pick but Catch Wrestler pulls his leg out and moves away. #CL2#
Catch Wrestler fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Hematopoye, pushing him back against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Hematopoye.
Hematopoye tries to pull guard but Catch Wrestler holds him up against the cage and eventually Hematopoye drops back down to his feet.
Catch Wrestler misses with a shot to the kidneys. #T1##TD#
Hematopoye tightens his grip and picks Catch Wrestler up, before dumping him to the ground. Catch Wrestler manages to land in guard. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Hematopoye defends it easily.
Hematopoye sitting in guard, not really doing much. #SUB2#
Hematopoye got a little sloppy there for a moment and Catch Wrestler has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Hematopoye has managed to get both his arms back between Catch Wrestler's legs - danger averted.
Catch Wrestler is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Hematopoye working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Catch Wrestler's head.#T2#
Catch Wrestler has his hands on Hematopoye's head, controlling the position.
Hematopoye working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Catch Wrestler's head.
Catch Wrestler controls Hematopoye momentarily but Hematopoye frees himself.
Catch Wrestler wants to sweep here but Hematopoye controlling him for the moment.
Catch Wrestler is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Hematopoye scoring with punches to the head and body. #T3##SUB2#
Catch Wrestler had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Hematopoye defends it easily.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Hematopoye accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Catch Wrestler has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Hematopoye gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Hematopoye wants to pass the guard but Catch Wrestler is keeping the position.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Hematopoye throwing strikes from guard but Catch Wrestler blocks nicely.
Catch Wrestler is pulling down on Hematopoye's head to control his posture.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.#SUB2#
Catch Wrestler looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Catch Wrestler is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Catch Wrestler has his foot on Hematopoye's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Hematopoye works his way back into a safe position though.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bjj Catch Wrestler showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. 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#
Catch Wrestler stalks Hematopoye and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Hematopoye's face. Hematopoye staggers backwards, shaken.
Hematopoye misses with a lunging right hand
letting Catch Wrestler counter with a right hand.
Hematopoye looks to land a left hand but Catch Wrestler moved out of range nicely.
Bjj Catch Wrestler seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Catch Wrestler connects with a good right hand that stumbles Hematopoye. Hematopoye circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Catch Wrestler pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Hematopoye lands a lovely overhand right.
Catch Wrestler has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Catch Wrestler moves out of range as Hematopoye strikes.
Catch Wrestler is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Hematopoye is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Hematopoye just misses with a punch to the body.
A jab from Catch Wrestler misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Catch Wrestler rushes Hematopoye and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Hematopoye blocking some punches.
Catch Wrestler lands with a left to the head.
Catch Wrestler lands a left hand that snaps the head of Hematopoye backwards.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#TD#
Hematopoye has Catch Wrestler pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Hematopoye pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Catch Wrestler tumbling to the mat - Hematopoye dives into Catch Wrestler's guard.

Catch Wrestler manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.#T1#
Hematopoye blocks a body shot from Catch Wrestler.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Hematopoye.
Hematopoye tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Catch Wrestler smiles and moves away.
Nice defenses there by Hematopoye.
Hematopoye misses with a right hand
and Catch Wrestler counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Catch Wrestler feints a jab promting Hematopoye to slip. Catch Wrestler then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Hematopoye slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.#TD2#
Catch Wrestler fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Hematopoye sprawls well initially but Catch Wrestler persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Bjj Catch Wrestler has got the better of the ground game so far.
Catch Wrestler not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Hematopoye is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Alpha Brasil, so we'll see if he gets out of it.#SUB2#
Catch Wrestler 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.
Nou Hematopoye has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Bjj Catch Wrestler is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Catch Wrestler seems to have lost interest with the ground game and is thinking about standing back up.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Catch Wrestler is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T3##SUB#
Hematopoye looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Catch Wrestler content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Hematopoye shoots in for a takedown but Catch Wrestler shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Catch Wrestler tries to counter with a clinch but Hematopoye shakes him off and moves away.
Hematopoye misses with a wild body shot.
Catch Wrestler throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Hematopoye sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Catch Wrestler tries to clinch but Hematopoye is having none of it. #CL2#
Catch Wrestler has closed the distance and engaged Hematopoye in a clinch.
Hematopoye wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#T4#
Catch Wrestler blocks an uppercut.
Hematopoye working hard to break the clinch.
Hematopoye has a couple of punches blocked by Catch Wrestler.
Hematopoye is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Nou Hematopoye. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Catch Wrestler keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Hematopoye's efforts to push away.
Hematopoye fails to pull the fight into his guard. #TD#
Hematopoye lands a takedown into guard.
Catch Wrestler wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Catch Wrestler has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Catch Wrestler's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.

And that's the end of the fight!
Bjj Catch Wrestler comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Catch Wrestler 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bjj Catch Wrestler!

After winning the bout, Bjj Catch Wrestler thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

 

Event: HFC 124 - Randleman vs Krylov     
Date:   Mar 12, 2022
#R1##TD#
Catch Wrestler scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Hematopoye is not content to let Catch Wrestler control the position.
Check out the look on Catch Wrestler's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Hematopoye is looking to reverse the position.
Catch Wrestler throws an elbow but Hematopoye slips to the side and avoids it well.
Hematopoye gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Catch Wrestler not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Hematopoye has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Catch Wrestler is working away from the top position though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Catch Wrestler looks to land a strike but Hematopoye avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
Hematopoye wants to sweep here but Catch Wrestler controlling him for the moment.
Catch Wrestler controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T1##SUB2#
Hematopoye had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Catch Wrestler defends it easily.
Hematopoye keeping moving, preventing Catch Wrestler from controlling successfully.
Hematopoye keeping full guard, as Catch Wrestler tries to pass.
Catch Wrestler lands a couple of elbows.
Catch Wrestler lands a couple of digs.
Catch Wrestler wants to pass the guard but Hematopoye is keeping the position.
Catch Wrestler postures up. #SUB2#
Hematopoye has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Catch Wrestler can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Hematopoye manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Catch Wrestler manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB##T2#
Hematopoye throwing strikes from guard but Catch Wrestler blocks nicely.
Hematopoye must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Catch Wrestler working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Hematopoye doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Hematopoye manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Catch Wrestler looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler has his foot on Hematopoye's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Hematopoye works his way back into a safe position though.
Catch Wrestler has control of Hematopoye's left arm, preventing Hematopoye from doing any damage. #T3##SUB#
Catch Wrestler had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Hematopoye defends it easily.
Catch Wrestler avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Hematopoye tries to free his leg and advance position but Catch Wrestler is retaining full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Catch Wrestler looking to control.
Catch Wrestler has control of Hematopoye's left arm, preventing Hematopoye from doing any damage.
Catch Wrestler is trying to hold Hematopoye in close to prevent damage but Hematopoye has managed to pass into half guard.
Catch Wrestler trying to control but Hematopoye postures up.
Catch Wrestler is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Shut Up & Train! {$1000}, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Hematopoye throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #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.
Hematopoye tries to pass to full mount but Catch Wrestler defends it.
Catch Wrestler is looking for a sweep. Hematopoye is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Catch Wrestler makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler controlling Hematopoye's posture.
Hematopoye lands a couple of digs.
Catch Wrestler has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Catch Wrestler trying to keep a closed guard but Hematopoye is proving a slippery customer.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Catch Wrestler tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Hematopoye stacks Catch Wrestler 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 Hematopoye!
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 Bjj Catch Wrestler 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#
Catch Wrestler is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Catch Wrestler lands a nice hook to Hematopoye's body. Hematopoye takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Catch Wrestler takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Hematopoye throws a lazy uppercut
and Catch Wrestler cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Hematopoye throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Catch Wrestler drops down looking for a counter takedown but Hematopoye sprawls and moves away.
Catch Wrestler scores with a jab. Hematopoye acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #TD#
Catch Wrestler throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Hematopoye tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Catch Wrestler is in Hematopoye's guard.
Hematopoye keeping moving, preventing Catch Wrestler from controlling successfully.
Catch Wrestler landing some decent shots from guard.
Catch Wrestler landing with the ground and pound. #T1##SUB2#
Hematopoye has his foot on Catch Wrestler's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Catch Wrestler works his way back into a safe position though.
Catch Wrestler is working Hematopoye over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #SUB2#
Hematopoye is looking for a triangle but Catch Wrestler pushes his legs off easily.
Catch Wrestler passes into half guard. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler is trying to work for a kimura but Hematopoye is defending well.
Hematopoye trying to control here.
Catch Wrestler slips a nice elbow through Hematopoye's hands, connecting with Hematopoye's forehead.
Hematopoye 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.
Catch Wrestler is thwarting Hematopoye's attempts to control the position.#T2#
Catch Wrestler is nestled in close to Hematopoye, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Catch Wrestler frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Catch Wrestler lands a big elbow.
Catch Wrestler with the ground and pound from mount.
Catch Wrestler tries to control but Hematopoye wriggling away.
Catch Wrestler is landing with some decent strikes but Hematopoye is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB#
Catch Wrestler moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Hematopoye has worked his arm free - good work by Hematopoye!
Hematopoye is looking to regain half guard here but Catch Wrestler keeps moving and retains side control. #T3#
Catch Wrestler wants to control but Hematopoye is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Catch Wrestler creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Hematopoye regains half guard.
Catch Wrestler is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Hematopoye gets back to full guard. #T4#
Catch Wrestler working some strikes from top position.
Bjj Catch Wrestler overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Catch Wrestler throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Hematopoye works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Catch Wrestler landing some decent shots from guard.
Catch Wrestler lands a couple of elbows.
Catch Wrestler trying to control but Hematopoye is working from the bottom.
Catch Wrestler won't allow Hematopoye to sweep him here.
Catch Wrestler tries to free his leg and advance position but Hematopoye is retaining full guard.
Catch Wrestler is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Hematopoye can do to turn this around?
Hematopoye controls Catch Wrestler momentarily but Catch Wrestler frees himself.
Catch Wrestler trying to control but Hematopoye is working from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bjj Catch Wrestler 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.#R3##TD#
Catch Wrestler scores with a takedown into Hematopoye's guard.
Catch Wrestler 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.
Hematopoye has momentary wrist control but Catch Wrestler slips an elbow through the middle.
Catch Wrestler works over Hematopoye with some ground and pound from guard.
Catch Wrestler landing some decent shots from guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hematopoye lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Catch Wrestler keeping moving, preventing Hematopoye from controlling successfully.
Hematopoye stopping the sweep attempt from Catch Wrestler.#T1##SUB#
Catch Wrestler throws his legs up looking for a submission but Hematopoye uses it to pass to side control.
Catch Wrestler sneaks back into half guard.
Catch Wrestler moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB#
Catch Wrestler is looking for a triangle but Hematopoye pushes his legs off easily.
Hematopoye looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Catch Wrestler is trying to control the position from the bottom. #T2#
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Hematopoye's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Catch Wrestler is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Catch Wrestler keeping moving, preventing Hematopoye from controlling successfully.
Catch Wrestler manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Hematopoye manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Hematopoye bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Catch Wrestler's guard. #REVB##T3##SUB#
Catch Wrestler throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Hematopoye escapes and throws Catch Wrestler's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Catch Wrestler is looking for a sweep.
Hematopoye cracks Catch Wrestler with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Catch Wrestler taking punishment in the form of punches.
You can see the frustration on Catch Wrestler's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Hematopoye working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Catch Wrestler is trying to improve his position.#T4#
Catch Wrestler looking for a sweep but Hematopoye has passed into full mount! Oh no!
Catch Wrestler tries to lock up and control but Hematopoye gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Hematopoye lands a big elbow.
Hematopoye lands with some strikes.
Catch Wrestler is trying desperately to improve position.
Catch Wrestler wants to control but Hematopoye is having none of it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Catch Wrestler can't escape the position.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Catch Wrestler takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nou Hematopoye really dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R4#
Hematopoye throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Catch Wrestler sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Catch Wrestler looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Hematopoye is fending him off so far but Catch Wrestler persists. Nope, Hematopoye circles away and we're back to standing.
Catch Wrestler pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Hematopoye back to the cage. Catch Wrestler follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.#TD#
Catch Wrestler is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Hematopoye's half guard.
Hematopoye tries to roll over but Catch Wrestler keeps him under control.#SUB#
Catch Wrestler is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB2#
Hematopoye actively working from the bottom here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hematopoye has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Catch Wrestler is working away from the top position though.#T1##SUB#
Catch Wrestler seems to be working for a kimura but Hematopoye defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Catch Wrestler is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Hematopoye slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Catch Wrestler throws a big elbow that misses.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Catch Wrestler is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Hematopoye is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Hematopoye has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB#
Catch Wrestler 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##T2#
Catch Wrestler seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Catch Wrestler trying to pass the guard but Hematopoye defending well.
Hematopoye is looking to improve his position.
Catch Wrestler trying to control from half guard but Hematopoye is working away.
Catch Wrestler prevents Hematopoye from improving his position.
Catch Wrestler not landing any meaningful shots this time. #T3##SUB#
Catch Wrestler is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Hematopoye defends it well.
Catch Wrestler trying to pass the guard but Hematopoye defending well.
Catch Wrestler thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #SUB2#
Hematopoye is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Catch Wrestler pulls his head out easily.
Hematopoye trying to control here.
Hematopoye blocking the ground and pound attempt from Catch Wrestler.
Hematopoye is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #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.
Catch Wrestler looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Catch Wrestler is nestled in close to Hematopoye, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Hematopoye tries to roll over but Catch Wrestler keeps him under control.
Catch Wrestler wants to pass the guard but Hematopoye is defending well.
Hematopoye is refusing to be controlled, as Catch Wrestler sits in half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hematopoye makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Hematopoye.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bjj Catch Wrestler had his way with Nou Hematopoye in that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R5#
Catch Wrestler dives in for a single leg takedown but Hematopoye sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Hematopoye is trying to push Catch Wrestler away but Catch Wrestler has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Catch Wrestler swings wildly with an uppercut but Hematopoye uses good head movement to avoid it.
Catch Wrestler tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Hematopoye prevents a body shot from Catch Wrestler.
Hematopoye lands a body punch. #TD2#
Hematopoye jumps guard and drags Catch Wrestler to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Catch Wrestler lands a couple of elbows.
Catch Wrestler landing some decent shots from guard.
Catch Wrestler stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hematopoye swivels though and keeps the full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is posturing up here but Hematopoye has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Catch Wrestler tries to roll out but it's too tight and Catch Wrestler has to tap! Slick submission there by Hematopoye!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 5, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Nou Hematopoye!
Nou Hematopoye is the new featherweight champion!
Nou Hematopoye decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

 

Event: HFC 121 - Higgins vs Randleman     
Date:   Feb 12, 2022
#R1#
Beach Boy looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Catch Wrestler is fending him off so far but Beach Boy persists. Nope, Catch Wrestler circles away and we're back to standing.
Catch Wrestler circles away from the clinch attempt. #CL2#
Beach Boy pushes Catch Wrestler up against the cage in a clinch.
A short right from Beach Boy on the inside.
Beach Boy is leaning against Catch Wrestler and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Beach Boy can't find room to land a body shot as Catch Wrestler controls the action.
Beach Boy is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Catch Wrestler gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Beach Boy has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Catch Wrestler is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Bjj Catch Wrestler has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anderson Beach Boy.
Beach Boy wants a takedown but no success here. #BC#
Catch Wrestler escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Beach Boy is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Catch Wrestler is defending well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Beach Boy misses with a knee to the head.
A left hand lands to the body for Beach Boy. #TD#
Catch Wrestler lands a takedown into guard.
Catch Wrestler preventing the sweep.
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!
Catch Wrestler is in close to Beach Boy's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Beach Boy keeping moving, preventing Catch Wrestler from controlling successfully. #T1#
Catch Wrestler distracts Beach Boy with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Catch Wrestler won't allow Beach Boy to sweep him here. #SUB2#
Beach Boy looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Catch Wrestler landing with the ground and pound.
Catch Wrestler 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.
Catch Wrestler cracks Beach Boy with a solid left hand.
Catch Wrestler trying to control but Beach Boy is working from the bottom.
Catch Wrestler tries to free his leg and advance position but Beach Boy is retaining full guard.
Beach Boy is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB##SUB#
Catch Wrestler actively working from the bottom here.#T2#
Beach Boy working over Catch Wrestler with some ground and pound. Catch Wrestler looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Catch Wrestler trying to hold on to Beach Boy's head to control him but Beach Boy postures up.
Beach Boy looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Catch Wrestler regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Beach Boy defends well.#SUB#
Catch Wrestler looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Catch Wrestler will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Beach Boy forces his way into half guard.
Catch Wrestler blocking the ground and pound attempt from Beach Boy.
Catch Wrestler is refusing to be controlled, as Beach Boy sits in half guard.
Catch Wrestler is looking to improve his position. #T3#
Catch Wrestler has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Beach Boy is working away from the top position though.
Catch Wrestler is looking to improve his position.
Beach Boy trying to control the pace.
Catch Wrestler trying to control but Beach Boy postures up.
Catch Wrestler has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Catch Wrestler keeping control of the position.
Catch Wrestler slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Catch Wrestler is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Beach Boy is looking to work some ground and pound but Catch Wrestler has wrist control.
Beach Boy looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Beach Boy avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Beach Boy doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Catch Wrestler is tightening it up a little... Beach Boy has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Beach Boy reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Beach Boy taps out! Nice BJJ there by Catch Wrestler!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Bjj Catch Wrestler!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Bjj Catch Wrestler made sure he mentioned Voodoo Nutrition, along with how happy he was to win his fight.
In defeat, Anderson Beach Boy stepped up to the mic, saying 'Ha Ha Ha False laughter to hide the pain!'.

 

Event: HFC 117 - Randleman vs Higgins     
Date:   Jan 15, 2022
#R1#
Catch Wrestler thuds his right hand into Hematopoye's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Catch Wrestler throws out a powerful jab.
Catch Wrestler looks to score with a jab to the body but Hematopoye is just out of range.
Catch Wrestler misses with a hook
and Hematopoye counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Catch Wrestler throws a looping overhand right but Hematopoye ducks down to avoid it.
Hematopoye just misses with a punch to the body.
Hematopoye shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Hematopoye lands a jab to the nose.
Hematopoye is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Catch Wrestler.
Hematopoye walks into a straight right hand from Catch Wrestler.
Hematopoye just misses with a punch to the body.
Hematopoye ducks under a wild hook from Catch Wrestler.
A little feinted left hand from Hematopoye on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Catch Wrestler fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Hematopoye manages to avoid it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hematopoye takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Bjj Catch Wrestler seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hematopoye throws a right and a left that Catch Wrestler avoids nicely.
Catch Wrestler looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Hematopoye thuds his right hand into Catch Wrestler's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Catch Wrestler ducks under a wild hook from Hematopoye.
Despite the aggression on Catch Wrestler's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.#T1#
A looping hook to the body misses from Hematopoye. Catch Wrestler does a little dance to reset his feet.
Hematopoye misses with a series of wild punches.
Hematopoye misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Catch Wrestler ducks right into an uppercut from Hematopoye.
Catch Wrestler misses with a hook. Hematopoye ducked under it nicely.
Catch Wrestler thows a left - swing and a miss! #TD#
Hematopoye feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.#SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Catch Wrestler looking for a sweep. Not yet Catch Wrestler, not yet. #SUB2#
Hematopoye avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Catch Wrestler pulls Hematopoye in close to prevent any damage. #T2#
Catch Wrestler is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Catch Wrestler is stalling here. Hematopoye is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Catch Wrestler seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Hematopoye has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Catch Wrestler is looking for a sweep.
You can see the frustration on Catch Wrestler's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Catch Wrestler is looking to reverse the position.
Hematopoye is looking to take a break and control but Catch Wrestler is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T3#
Catch Wrestler tries to bench press Hematopoye off him but Hematopoye keeps the position.
Catch Wrestler keeps trying to improve his position.
Check out the look on Hematopoye's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Hematopoye prevents Catch Wrestler from escaping the position.
Hematopoye in the domination position with Catch Wrestler hanging on.
Catch Wrestler manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!#T4#
Hematopoye is not content to let Catch Wrestler control the position.
Hematopoye wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Hematopoye looking for submissions off his back.
Catch Wrestler throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Hematopoye is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Ryōzanpaku Dojo, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Catch Wrestler wants to control but Hematopoye is keeping him busy.
Hematopoye regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler trying to control but Hematopoye is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Hematopoye looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
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 Nou Hematopoye will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
A big left from Catch Wrestler misses.
Hematopoye lands with a nice body punch.
Hematopoye shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Hematopoye slips a jab and a cross from Catch Wrestler.
Hematopoye circles away from the clinch attempt.
Catch Wrestler uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Catch Wrestler throws a big shot that misses.
Hematopoye takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Hematopoye throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Hematopoye scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
A telegraphed right hand from Hematopoye misses the target.
Catch Wrestler is looking for the big counter here.#CL2#
Catch Wrestler instigates a clinch. #TD#
Hematopoye has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Catch Wrestler is trying to keep an underhook but Hematopoye manages to get the takedown into half guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Catch Wrestler wants to control but Hematopoye is keeping busy.
Catch Wrestler pushes Hematopoye off looking to stand but Hematopoye dives back in and keeps control. #T1#
Hematopoye wants to take a breather but Catch Wrestler is having none of it. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Catch Wrestler wants to improve his position but Hematopoye is controlling well.
Catch Wrestler is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Hematopoye's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Hematopoye's back!#SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Catch Wrestler punches the canvas rather than the man.
Catch Wrestler avoiding Hematopoye 's attempts to control his hands.
Hematopoye prevents Catch Wrestler from getting a body triangle.#T2#
Hematopoye tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Catch Wrestler scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Catch Wrestler is landing with some decent strikes but Hematopoye is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Catch Wrestler tries to control but Hematopoye wriggling away.
Hematopoye keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Bjj Catch Wrestler has got the better of the ground game so far.
Catch Wrestler avoids the attempt from Hematopoye to control.
Hematopoye wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back.#SUB2#
Catch Wrestler 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, Hematopoye has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least! #T3##SUB2#
Hematopoye defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Catch Wrestler's arms.
Catch Wrestler controlling well, preventing Hematopoye from escaping the position.
Will Catch Wrestler go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Hematopoye tries to roll but Catch Wrestler sticks to his back.
Catch Wrestler scores with strikes from the back.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Hematopoye has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Hematopoye has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here. #T4#
Catch Wrestler is striking from the back but Hematopoye escapes and manages to recover to half guard.
Hematopoye trying to hold on to Catch Wrestler's head to control him but Catch Wrestler postures up. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Hematopoye sees it coming and defends easily.
Catch Wrestler wants to pass to mount but Hematopoye is defending the position.
Catch Wrestler throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bjj Catch Wrestler showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
A swing and a miss from Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler lands a really nice looking cross but Hematopoye seems unphased.
Catch Wrestler shoots in for a takedown but Hematopoye shows good takedown defense.
Catch Wrestler tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Hematopoye was well out of range. Poor timing from Catch Wrestler.
Nou Hematopoye is winning the standup battle so far.
Hematopoye lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Catch Wrestler misses with a hook
and Hematopoye makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Catch Wrestler slips a jab from Hematopoye.
Hematopoye bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Catch Wrestler's head.
Catch Wrestler throws a right and a left that both miss.
A slow jab from Hematopoye misses its intended target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hematopoye steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler misses with an uppercut. Hematopoye saw that one coming.
Hematopoye takes one to the side of the head.
A swing and a miss from Catch Wrestler.#T1#
Catch Wrestler misses with a straight left.
Hematopoye swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Sloppy strikes from Hematopoye. Those never looked like landing.
A swing and a miss from Hematopoye.
Hematopoye ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Catch Wrestler moves away.
Catch Wrestler connects with a jab.
Catch Wrestler misses with an uppercut. Hematopoye saw that one coming.
Catch Wrestler catches Hematopoye with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Catch Wrestler keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Catch Wrestler fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Hematopoye manages to avoid it.
Catch Wrestler is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Catch Wrestler is looking to clinch.
Hematopoye lands a nice looking body shot. #CL2#
Catch Wrestler has taken the fight to the clinch.
Hematopoye prevents Catch Wrestler from breaking the clinch.#T2#
A head punch on the inside from Catch Wrestler fails to land. #BC2#
Catch Wrestler breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
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!
Catch Wrestler throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Catch Wrestler 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.
Catch Wrestler fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Hematopoye manages to avoid it.
Hematopoye is looking to counter punch.
Hematopoye displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Hematopoye swings for the body but Catch Wrestler moves out of range.
Catch Wrestler throws a jab when Hematopoye was well out of range.
Catch Wrestler misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hematopoye.
Catch Wrestler scores with a nice strike.
Catch Wrestler takes a swing at Hematopoye's ribcage but misses.
Catch Wrestler fails to land with a series of punches.
A little feinted left hand from Hematopoye on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Catch Wrestler scores with a decent looking hook.
A big right from Catch Wrestler misses.
Nice body punch from Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T3#
Catch Wrestler ducks under a wild hook from Hematopoye.#TD#
Hematopoye throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Catch Wrestler was covering up waiting for the punch and Hematopoye finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Hematopoye working some strikes from top position.#SUB2#
Hematopoye content to sit in guard, stalling... Great. Oh but he could get punished here because Catch Wrestler has locked up a guillotine! Catch Wrestler's face is contorted as he sqeezes tight on the submission attempt - will he finish? Hematopoye is holding on here and Catch Wrestler must be using up a lot of energy. Hematopoye has gone limp! He's out! He's out cold! Catch Wrestler gets to his feet, tossing aside his stricken foe. Arms raised, he milks the applause from the crowd. Great submission!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:44 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Bjj Catch Wrestler!
Bjj Catch Wrestler very nearly forgot to thank Voodoo Nutrition amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.

 

Event: HFC 113 - McGuire vs Randleman     
Date:   Dec 11, 2021
#R1#
Billings takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Catch Wrestler bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Catch Wrestler tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Billings defends well and Catch Wrestler ends up having to push Billings into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
A quick step to the side and Billings tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Billings bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Jab from Catch Wrestler.#TD2#
Catch Wrestler gets the takedown into side control. #ES#
Billings sneaks out the side door and pushes Catch Wrestler away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Catch Wrestler scores with a jab.
Catch Wrestler throws a body punch but Billings moves out of range.
Catch Wrestler scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Catch Wrestler closes this distance looking for a takedown but Billings circles away.
Catch Wrestler lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Billings circles away quickly and effectively.
Catch Wrestler misses the jab.
Catch Wrestler misses with a takedown
and Billings counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Mark Billings has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bjj Catch Wrestler.
A slow jab from Billings misses its intended target.
Billings has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Catch Wrestler finds it's way round the side to connect with Billings's head. #T1#
Catch Wrestler steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Billings.
Billings throws a hook but Catch Wrestler avoids it easily.
Catch Wrestler has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Mark Billings is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A punch lands to the side of Billings 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Catch Wrestler darts in trying to clinch
and Billings counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Billings misses the shot to the body.
Catch Wrestler misses with a hook. Billings ducked under it nicely.
Catch Wrestler cracks a nice hook into Billings's ribs.
Billings avoids the body shot from Catch Wrestler.
Billings misses with a body punch #TD2#
and Catch Wrestler counters with a shoot takedown. Billings fights it but they end up in guard.

Billings manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Billings tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Billings tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Billings swings away with an uppercut that misses. #T2#
Billings can't find room to land a body shot as Catch Wrestler controls the action.
Catch Wrestler misses with a punch to the body. #BC2#
Catch Wrestler breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Catch Wrestler ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Billings moves away.
Billings tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Catch Wrestler was well out of range. Poor timing from Billings.
Catch Wrestler wants to counter the offense by Billings and move into the clinch position.
Catch Wrestler moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Catch Wrestler jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent. #TD2#
Catch Wrestler closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Billings quickly recovers to half guard.
Catch Wrestler not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Billings wants to improve his position but Catch Wrestler is controlling well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Catch Wrestler wants to take a breather but Billings is having none of it.
Catch Wrestler sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Billings defending well though.
Billings is refusing to be controlled, as Catch Wrestler sits in half guard.
Catch Wrestler is pressing down on Billings's thigh, looking to free his foot. Billings is holding on for now. #T3##SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Catch Wrestler tries to pass the half guard into mount. Billings knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
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. Catch Wrestler connects with a nice short shot to Billings's temple.
Catch Wrestler missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Catch Wrestler thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Billings trying to control from the bottom.
Billings wants to improve his position but Catch Wrestler is controlling well.
Billings keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #T4##SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is trying to work for a kimura but Billings is defending well.
Catch Wrestler working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Catch Wrestler throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Catch Wrestler works his way into side control.
Billings is looking for a sweep.
Catch Wrestler wants to lay and pray for a moment but Billings keeps working.
Billings is trying to buck Catch Wrestler off.
Billings struggling a bit here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bjj Catch Wrestler dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
The fighters circling - Billings throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Catch Wrestler misses with a hook. Billings ducked under it nicely.
Billings appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Catch Wrestler has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Catch Wrestler bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Billings's head.
Catch Wrestler lands with an uppercut that bounces Billings off the cage and back into range.
Billings steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Catch Wrestler.
Billings's jab looks to have found its range, popping Catch Wrestler under the eye.
Catch Wrestler falls off balance throwing a combination
and Billings counters with a nice uppercut.
Billings stuns Catch Wrestler with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Catch Wrestler misses with a hook to the body
and Billings counters with a nice uppercut.
Catch Wrestler throws a series of punches but Billings moves out of range.
Billings throwing a counter right hand but Catch Wrestler manages to avoid it.
Catch Wrestler slips under a jab.
A punch combination from Catch Wrestler misses.
Billings was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Catch Wrestler slips under a jab from Billings.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#CL2#
Catch Wrestler has closed the distance and engaged Billings in a clinch. #T1#
Catch Wrestler is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
A hook to the body from Billings.
Billings misses with a hook to the ribs.
Billings lands with a right to the head.
Catch Wrestler lands with a left to the head. #BC2#
Catch Wrestler breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Catch Wrestler rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Billings counters with a nice uppercut.
Billings has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Billings there as he acknowledges the shot.
Catch Wrestler uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Billings takes a swing at Catch Wrestler's ribcage but misses.
A slow jab from Billings misses its intended target.
And Catch Wrestler tries to counter it with a takedown but Billings pushes his down on his head and steps out.
A jab from Catch Wrestler misses.
Billings swings for the body but Catch Wrestler moves out of range.
Catch Wrestler slips a straight right by Billings.
Catch Wrestler throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Catch Wrestler misses with the combination.
Billings is looking to counter punch.#T2#
Catch Wrestler blocks a jab.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Billings walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Catch Wrestler tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Billings defends well and Catch Wrestler ends up having to push Billings into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
No luck for Catch Wrestler with that takedown attempt.
Mark Billings has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bjj Catch Wrestler.
Jab by Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler avoids the body shot from Billings.
Billings misses with a wild body shot.
Catch Wrestler takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Catch Wrestler jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Billings ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Catch Wrestler moves away.
Catch Wrestler misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#T3#
Billings looks to land a left hand but Catch Wrestler moved out of range nicely.#CL2#
Catch Wrestler instigates a clinch.
A short right from Catch Wrestler on the inside.
Catch Wrestler misses with a hook from the clinch.
Catch Wrestler tries to pull guard but Billings holds him up against the cage and eventually Catch Wrestler drops back down to his feet.
Catch Wrestler tries to score a body lock takedown but Billings shows good agility there to stay on his feet.#BC2#
Catch Wrestler breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Billings ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Catch Wrestler takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Catch Wrestler slips under a jab.
A telegraphed right hand from Billings misses the target. #TD2#
Catch Wrestler changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Billings looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Billings wants to control but Catch Wrestler postures up.#T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Billings tries to bench press Catch Wrestler off him but Catch Wrestler keeps the position. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Billings is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Catch Wrestler working away.
Billings tries to buck Catch Wrestler off but Catch Wrestler is having none of it.
Catch Wrestler tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Billings manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Bjj Catch Wrestler will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Billings misses the shot to the body.
Catch Wrestler scores with a hook.
Billings moves into range and connects with a jab.
Billings moves forwards but Catch Wrestler connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Catch Wrestler gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Billings connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Billings throws the left hand but Catch Wrestler avoids the punch easily.
Billings throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Catch Wrestler throws a sloppy body shot
and Billings counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Billings misses with a straight left.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A slow jab from Billings misses its intended target.
Catch Wrestler uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Billings.
Billings keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Billings was well out of range. Poor timing from Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler wants to clinch
letting Billings counter with a right hand. #T1#
Billings avoids a punch combination nicely.
Billings throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Catch Wrestler sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Catch Wrestler works the jab nicely.
Bjj Catch Wrestler seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Billings drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Catch Wrestler gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Billings counters with a nice body shot.
Catch Wrestler fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Mark Billings has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bjj Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler misses with a straight left.
Billings just misses with a punch to the body.
Catch Wrestler tries to counter by closing the distance.
Catch Wrestler throws a big shot that misses.
Mark Billings has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Billings listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Catch Wrestler paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Billings uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Billings moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Billings throws a lazy right hand but Catch Wrestler sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Billings fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Catch Wrestler manages to avoid it.
Catch Wrestler misses with a body punch
and Billings counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Catch Wrestler thinking.
Catch Wrestler throws a big shot that misses.
It looked like Billings was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Catch Wrestler.
Billings staying out of range there.
Billings throws the left hand but Catch Wrestler avoids the punch easily.
Billings stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Billings wants it to stay on the feet.#T3#
Billings uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Catch Wrestler.
Billings swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Catch Wrestler takes one to the side of the head.
Billings has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Catch Wrestler finds it's way round the side to connect with Billings's head.
Catch Wrestler fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Catch Wrestler takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Catch Wrestler ducks under a wild hook from Billings.
Billings throws an overhand right that lands on Catch Wrestler's shoulder, as Catch Wrestler tries to avoid the shot.
Catch Wrestler with the counter takedown but Billings avoids it easily.
Bjj Catch Wrestler is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Billings lands a head shot.
Catch Wrestler tries to clinch but Billings is having none of it.
Catch Wrestler swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Billings throwing a counter right hand but Catch Wrestler manages to avoid it.
Billings throws out a loose jab but Catch Wrestler uses good head movement to avoid it. #TD2#
Catch Wrestler shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB2#
Billings is defending against the submission attempts here by Catch Wrestler. #T4##SUB#
Billings looking for submissions off his back.
Catch Wrestler looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Catch Wrestler has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Catch Wrestler is trying to control. Billings wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Billings is trying to stand.
Billings punching from the bottom.
Billings punching from the bottom.

And that's the end of the fight!
Mark Billings showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Catch Wrestler 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 Dean Styles scores the fight 28:29
Judge John Roberts scores the fight 28:29
Judge Russell Pearce scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Bjj Catch Wrestler!

Bjj Catch Wrestler made sure to mention his sponsor, Voodoo Nutrition in his post fight interview.

 

Event: HFC 108 - McGuire vs Krylov     
Date:   Nov 07, 2021
#R1#
Waters lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Catch Wrestler shoots in for a takedown but Waters shows good takedown defense.
Waters throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Catch Wrestler counters with a right hand to the body.
Waters connects with the punch.#CL#
Catch Wrestler has taken the fight to the clinch.
Catch Wrestler takes a shot to the head.
We've been hearing reports that Catch Wrestler has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Waters lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Catch Wrestler lands a nice uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Waters fails to land.
Catch Wrestler is trying to break free.
Catch Wrestler prevents a body shot from Waters.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Catch Wrestler.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Catch Wrestler has had enough of the clinch but Waters keeps him there for the moment.
Waters blocks an uppercut.
A nice left hand lands by Waters.
Catch Wrestler has a couple of punches blocked by Waters.
Catch Wrestler jumps guard but Waters stands there with Catch Wrestler around his waist. Catch Wrestler gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
A short uppercut from Waters. #T1#
Catch Wrestler wants to take the fight to the mat but Waters manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bjj Catch Wrestler. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Still in the clinch, Catch Wrestler scores with a nice short uppercut.
Waters has Catch Wrestler pressed against the cage, preventing Catch Wrestler from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Waters working aggressively here.
Catch Wrestler scores with a nice hook to the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler misses with a hook from the clinch.
Catch Wrestler lands a left hand that snaps the head of Waters backwards.
A nice left hand lands by Waters.
Waters fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #BC#
Catch Wrestler breaks from the clinch. #CL2#
Waters clinches up with Catch Wrestler and pushes him back against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Waters.
Waters misses with a body punch.
Waters throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.#BC#
Catch Wrestler breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Catch Wrestler throws a left and a right that both miss #CL2#
and Waters counters by moving into the clinch. #T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Waters throws a punch but it's blocked by Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Waters's elbow. #TD#
Catch Wrestler jumps into guard, dragging Waters to the mat. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Waters defends well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Catch Wrestler throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Catch Wrestler being controlled here, momentarily.
Waters advances to half guard.
Catch Wrestler is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T3#
Waters tries to pass the half guard into mount. Catch Wrestler knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Catch Wrestler wants to control the action here but instead Waters manages to pass to full mount!
Waters looking to control and managing it successfully.
Catch Wrestler is looking to improve his position but Waters isn't that keen on the idea.
Waters looking to control and managing it successfully.
Catch Wrestler regains half guard.
Catch Wrestler tries to roll over but Waters keeps him under control.#T4#
Waters trying to control the pace.
Catch Wrestler is trying to control but Waters manages to pass to mount!
Waters controlling his opponent.
Catch Wrestler keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Catch Wrestler bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Catch Wrestler with a nice head shot there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Blake Waters will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Waters lands with a nice body punch.
Catch Wrestler misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Catch Wrestler lands a body shot. #CL2#
Waters takes the fight into the clinch.
Catch Wrestler struggles to land a body shot inside as Waters controls his hands. #TD#
Catch Wrestler jumps guard and drags Waters to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler throws his legs up looking for a submission but Waters uses it to pass to side control.
Bjj Catch Wrestler overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Catch Wrestler is trying to work for a sweep but Waters has mounted him!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Catch Wrestler wants to control but Waters is having none of it.
Catch Wrestler 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.
Waters trying to mount his opponent but Catch Wrestler defends it. #T1##SUB#
Waters moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler is looking for a sweep.
You can see the frustration on Catch Wrestler's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Catch Wrestler looks to move to half guard but instead Waters has passed into mount! Damn!
Waters tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Catch Wrestler is wriggling around trying to escape. #T2#
Catch Wrestler sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Waters trying to control from half guard but Catch Wrestler is working away.
Catch Wrestler is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Catch Wrestler moves into full guard.
Catch Wrestler looking for a sweep. Not yet Catch Wrestler, not yet.
Waters trying to control but Catch Wrestler is working from the bottom.
Catch Wrestler trying to control the position. #T3##SUB#
Catch Wrestler looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Waters is aware though and is defending well.
Waters passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Catch Wrestler manages to work his way to half guard, despite Waters's best efforts.
Catch Wrestler tries to roll over but Waters keeps him under control.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Waters in particular looking to stall.
Catch Wrestler is pressing down on Waters's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Waters wants to control from the top but Catch Wrestler keeps moving. #T4#
Catch Wrestler looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Waters wants to pass the guard but Catch Wrestler is keeping the position.
Catch Wrestler will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Catch Wrestler can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Waters controls the pace.#SUB#
Waters avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Catch Wrestler looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Blake Waters will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Catch Wrestler keeps the fight on the outside.
Catch Wrestler throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Catch Wrestler swings for the body but Waters moves out of range.
Catch Wrestler fails to land the takedown.
Catch Wrestler avoids the body shot from Waters.
It looked like Catch Wrestler wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Waters leaves Catch Wrestler with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Catch Wrestler fails to land the takedown.
Waters wants to counter with a clinch but Catch Wrestler pushes him away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bjj Catch Wrestler. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Waters scores with a punch to the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Horrible takedown attempt by Catch Wrestler or perhaps it was just good defense by Waters, which made it look bad.
Catch Wrestler takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Waters ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Catch Wrestler moves away.#T1#
Waters fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Catch Wrestler keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Waters uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Catch Wrestler.
Waters waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Catch Wrestler.
Blake Waters is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Waters misses with a wild body shot.
Nice takedown defense from Waters. No joy for Catch Wrestler on that attempt. #CL2#
Waters pushes Catch Wrestler up against the cage in a clinch.
Waters lands with a left to the head.
Catch Wrestler wants to break the clinch but can't.
A head punch on the inside from Catch Wrestler fails to land.
Waters lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Catch Wrestler misses with a short punch on the inside.
Catch Wrestler can't find room to land a body shot as Waters controls the action.
Nice body punch from Waters.
Catch Wrestler struggles to land a body shot inside as Waters controls his hands.
Catch Wrestler takes a shot to the head.
Bjj Catch Wrestler has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Catch Wrestler is leaning against Waters and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
A right handed body shot lands from Waters.
Blake Waters seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Waters working aggressively here.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Waters lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Catch Wrestler backwards.
Waters scores with a nice hook to the head.
Waters tries a body shot but Catch Wrestler blocks it.
Catch Wrestler throws a head punch that misses.
Waters scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Blake Waters is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Catch Wrestler can't find room to land a body shot as Waters controls the action.
Catch Wrestler blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Waters prevents the takedown attempt.
Waters has Catch Wrestler pressed against the cage, preventing Catch Wrestler from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Catch Wrestler throws a punch but it's blocked by Waters.
Waters has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A head punch on the inside from Catch Wrestler fails to land. #T3#
Waters tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Waters throws a head punch that misses.
A nice left hand lands by Waters.
Catch Wrestler fails to pull guard.
Catch Wrestler tries to work over Waters's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A right hand to the body from Catch Wrestler.
A head punch on the inside from Catch Wrestler fails to land.
Catch Wrestler tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Waters's elbow.
Waters prevents a takedown attempt there.
Waters lands a shoulder strike.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Waters. #T4#
Waters scores with a shoulder strike.
Waters is pressed up against the cage. Catch Wrestler has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Waters down to the mat. Waters avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Waters dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#CL2#
Waters clinches with his opponent.
Catch Wrestler tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Catch Wrestler is looking to break free of the clinch but Waters has double underhooks.
A nice right hand lands inside from Waters.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Catch Wrestler wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Waters has him pressed against the cage.
Catch Wrestler misses with some punches.
Waters lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Catch Wrestler misses with a short punch on the inside.
A right hand to the body from Waters.
Catch Wrestler swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Catch Wrestler swings away with an uppercut that misses.

And that's the end of the fight!
Blake Waters comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Waters 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 Columbo Gatti scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jonathan Paton scores the fight 27:30
Judge Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Blake Waters!

After winning the bout, Blake Waters thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

 

Event: HFC 102 - Tai Kung vs Izmaylov     
Date:   Oct 09, 2021
#R1#
Nice defenses there by Catch Wrestler.
A little jabbing left from Catch Wrestler on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Bang takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Bang misses with a two punch combination.
Nice uppercut lands for Catch Wrestler. That snapped Bang's head back.
Catch Wrestler looks for a takedown but Bang sprawls well.
Catch Wrestler moves away from the strike by Bang.
Bang stuffs the takedown attempt from Catch Wrestler. Catch Wrestler gets slowly back to his feet.
Bang misses with a hook. Catch Wrestler ducked under it nicely.
Lemmy Bang seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bang throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler moves out of range of the strikes.
We've been told by Bang's head coaches at Heavy Metal that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Bang throws a lazy right hand but Catch Wrestler sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Catch Wrestler connects with a body shot.
Catch Wrestler has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Catch Wrestler scores with a punch to the head.
Catch Wrestler shoots in for a takedown but Bang shows good takedown defense.
Lemmy Bang has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bjj Catch Wrestler.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bang throws a looping overhand right but Catch Wrestler ducks down to avoid it.
Catch Wrestler walks into a straight right hand from Bang.
Bang misses with a right hand
and Catch Wrestler counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CL#
Bang pushes Catch Wrestler up against the cage in a clinch.#T1#
Catch Wrestler is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Bang misses with some punches.
Catch Wrestler blocking some punches.
Bang lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A short uppercut from Bang.
Bang lands with a right to the head.
Catch Wrestler goes for a takedown in the clinch but Bang prevents it.
Catch Wrestler swings wildly with an uppercut but Bang uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bang gets through Catch Wrestler's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Bang lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Catch Wrestler misses with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Catch Wrestler fails to land.
Bang is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Catch Wrestler's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Still in the clinch, Bang scores with a nice short uppercut.
Bang gets through Catch Wrestler's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#BC#
Bang manages to break the clinch. #T2#
Some wild striking there from Bang.
Bang throws a looping overhand right but Catch Wrestler ducks down to avoid it.
Lemmy Bang is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#CL#
Bang has taken the fight to the clinch.
Catch Wrestler has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Bang avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Bang lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Catch Wrestler backwards.
Bang lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A nice right hand lands inside from Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Bang.
Catch Wrestler has Bang pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Bang manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Bang has a couple of punches blocked by Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler misses with a hook to the ribs.
Bang scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Catch Wrestler goes for a takedown attempt but Bang pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Catch Wrestler looks for a takedown but Bang sprawls well.
Nice jab there from Bang. #T3#
Catch Wrestler takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Bang cracks Catch Wrestler with a right hand to the side of the head.
Bang misses with a body shot.
Bang throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Catch Wrestler stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Catch Wrestler ducks right into an uppercut from Bang.
Bang connects with a single shot there.#KD#
Bang lands a left and a right that send Catch Wrestler crashing to the mat, dazed. Bang thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#ROC#Catch Wrestler is rocked!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Catch Wrestler bobbing and weaving nicely... He's ducked under a jab and ducks again but ooooooh! Bang comes at him with an uppercut from hell! Catch Wrestler falls to the canvas, unconscious! This one is all over! Oh man, looking at the replay that was right on the button! Catch Wrestler was out before he hit the floor!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Lemmy Bang!
Our winner, Lemmy Bang, 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.

 

Event: HFC 92 - Mataitai vs Higgins     
Date:   Aug 22, 2021
#R1#
Nice straight punches there by Catch Wrestler. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Catch Wrestler.
Dos Anjos connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Catch Wrestler avoids the body shot from Dos Anjos.
A jab from Dos Anjos misses. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Dos Anjos using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Catch Wrestler has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Catch Wrestler lands a left hand that snaps the head of Dos Anjos backwards.
Dos Anjos lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Dos Anjos misses with the head strike.
Dos Anjos tries to land a knee to the head but Catch Wrestler blocks with his arms.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Dos Anjos.
Dos Anjos lands a nice uppercut.
A short body shot lands from Dos Anjos as the two fighters clinch.
Dos Anjos working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Catch Wrestler misses with some punches.
Catch Wrestler goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Catch Wrestler misses with a punch on the inside.
Dos Anjos connects with a knee to the head.
Catch Wrestler tries to work over Dos Anjos's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Dos Anjos scores a nice knee to the body.
Knees to the body from Dos Anjos.
Dos Anjos 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.
Dos Anjos really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Dos Anjos tries to land a knee to the head but misses. #T1#
Catch Wrestler working aggressively here.
Dos Anjos lands a knee to the head.
Dos Anjos scores with a shot to the side of Catch Wrestler's head.
Dos Anjos blocking some punches.
Dos Anjos throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Catch Wrestlers head.
Dos Anjos throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Catch Wrestler blocks it with crossed arms.
Catch Wrestler misses with a short punch on the inside.
Catch Wrestler tries to throw a body punch but Dos Anjos avoids it by throwing Catch Wrestler back against the cage.
Catch Wrestler can't find room to land a body shot as Dos Anjos controls the action.
A short left from Dos Anjos.
Catch Wrestler takes a knee to the side of the body.
Dos Anjos working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Dos Anjos using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Catch Wrestler has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Catch Wrestler tries to work over Dos Anjos's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Dos Anjos blocking some punches.
Dos Anjos digs a right hand underneath Catch Wrestler's ribcage. Catch Wrestler let out a lung full of air as it connected.
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!
Dos Anjos lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Catch Wrestler takes a shot to the head.
Catch Wrestler misses with the head strike.
Dos Anjos scores a nice knee to the body.
Catch Wrestler looks winded!#T2#
Dos Anjos tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Dos Anjos lands a right hand.
Nice body punch from Dos Anjos - that landed with a thud.
Dos Anjos works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Dos Anjos lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Dos Anjos connects with a nasty looking knee right to Catch Wrestler's face.
Dos Anjos lands a knee to the head.
Catch Wrestler is trying to break the clinch but Dos Anjos is controlling him.
Dos Anjos lands with a right to the head.
Dos Anjos tries a knee to the head but Catch Wrestler blocks it.
Dos Anjos connects with a knee to the head.
Dos Anjos blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Dos Anjos makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Catch Wrestler swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Catch Wrestler tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Catch Wrestler tries a body shot but Dos Anjos blocks it.
Dos Anjos lands with a right to the head.
Dos Anjos using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Catch Wrestler has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Dos Anjos landing knees to the head. #T3#
Catch Wrestler misses with a hook from the clinch.
Catch Wrestler throws a punch but it's blocked by Dos Anjos.
Catch Wrestler misses with a hook from the clinch.
Catch Wrestler goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Dos Anjos working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A knee to the head by Dos Anjos.
Dos Anjos works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Dos Anjos working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Catch Wrestler takes a knee right on the jaw! #ROC#Catch Wrestler is rocked!
Dos Anjos throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Catch Wrestler blocks it with crossed arms.
Catch Wrestler throws a head punch that misses.
Dos Anjos misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Catch Wrestler misses with the head strike.
A short left from Dos Anjos.
Catch Wrestler throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Dos Anjos misses with a knee strike.
Dos Anjos unloads a knee to the mid-section.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Catch Wrestler takes a knee right on the jaw!
Dos Anjos putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Catch Wrestler in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.#T4#
Dos Anjos connects with a nasty looking knee right to Catch Wrestler's face.
Catch Wrestler is still on wobbly legs! Can Dos Anjos finish him?
Dos Anjos lands with a light punch inside.
Dos Anjos using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Catch Wrestler has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Catch Wrestler seems to have recovered his senses.
Dos Anjos throws a knee to the head but misses.
Dos Anjos looking to throw knees to the head but Catch Wrestler is blocking nicely.
Catch Wrestler misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Dos Anjos working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Dos Anjos connects with a knee to the head.
Dos Anjos misses with a knee strike.
Dos Anjos tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Catch Wrestler misses with a punch to the body.
Dos Anjos keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Catch Wrestler's efforts to push away.
Dos Anjos with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Catch Wrestler tries to work over Dos Anjos's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Catch Wrestler misses with the head strike.
Dos Anjos lands an uppercut.
Catch Wrestler misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A shot in the inside from Dos Anjos.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ademaro Dos Anjos dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Catch Wrestler avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Dos Anjos thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Catch Wrestler if he has to take too many more of those.
Catch Wrestler misses with a right hand
and Dos Anjos counters with a body kick that stops Catch Wrestler in his tracks momentarily.
A nice inside leg kick there by Dos Anjos. That's going to slow Catch Wrestler down.
Dos Anjos tries a head kick but it misses.
Catch Wrestler misses with a hook.
Catch Wrestler misses with a straight right.
Dos Anjos thinks about countering with a body kick.
Catch Wrestler stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Dos Anjos swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Catch Wrestler counters with a stiff right hand.
The fighters circling - Catch Wrestler throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Dos Anjos takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Catch Wrestler throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Dos Anjos.
Dos Anjos throws out a powerful jab.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Catch Wrestler has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Catch Wrestler there as he acknowledges the shot.
Dos Anjos ducks under a wild hook from Catch Wrestler.
Dos Anjos swinging wildly here.
A little jabbing left from Catch Wrestler on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T1#
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Catch Wrestler.
A head kick by Dos Anjos misses
enabling Catch Wrestler to counter with a crisp jab.
Dos Anjos misses with a body kick.
Dos Anjos lands a head kick. Catch Wrestler smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Dos Anjos throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Catch Wrestler counters with a stiff right hand.
Catch Wrestler misses with the combination.
Dos Anjos throws a head kick but Catch Wrestler moves out of range.
Dos Anjos throws a low kick but Catch Wrestler avoids it.#KD#
Dos Anjos lands a big head kick that sends Catch Wrestler tumbling to the mat! Dos Anjos takes a step backwards and waves Catch Wrestler back to his feet - he wants the finish!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dos Anjos tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Dos Anjos throws a body kick that misses
and Catch Wrestler counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Catch Wrestler moves out of range of the body kick from Dos Anjos.
Catch Wrestler lands the left hand.#T2#
Dos Anjos takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Catch Wrestler tries to clinch but Dos Anjos is having none of it.
A lazy left from Catch Wrestler finds it's target.
Dos Anjos tests Catch Wrestler's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Catch Wrestler moves into range and connects with a jab.
Crunch! Dos Anjos slams his shin into Catch Wrestler's torso.
Catch Wrestler moves out of range of the body kick from Dos Anjos.
Donk. Catch Wrestler catches Dos Anjos right on the button with a cross.
Dos Anjos misses with a low kick.
Dos Anjos throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Catch Wrestler.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Catch Wrestler! But no joy.
Dos Anjos goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
A low kick lands for Dos Anjos.
Dos Anjos misses with a body shot.
Catch Wrestler tries to close the distance and clinch up but Dos Anjos swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Catch Wrestler tests Dos Anjos's chin there with a solid looking shot.#T3#
Catch Wrestler jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Dos Anjos misses the shot to the body.
Catch Wrestler takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Catch Wrestler tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dos Anjos was well out of range. Poor timing from Catch Wrestler.
Dos Anjos takes one to the chin there.
A lazy left from Catch Wrestler finds it's target.
Dos Anjos misses with an attempted mid kick.
Dos Anjos lets loose with a powerful body kick. Catch Wrestler will feel that in the morning.
Dos Anjos throws a quick inside leg kick.
Catch Wrestler 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.
Catch Wrestler takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Catch Wrestler avoids the head kick by Dos Anjos.
Catch Wrestler looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Dos Anjos.
An inside leg kick from Dos Anjos misses.
Ademaro Dos Anjos is winning the standup battle so far.
Catch Wrestler jabs Dos Anjos right on the nose. Dos Anjos blinks but takes it well.
Dos Anjos takes a jab right on the kisser. #T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Good shot there by Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler connects with a jab.
Catch Wrestler tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dos Anjos was well out of range. Poor timing from Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Dos Anjos's hands.
Dos Anjos on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Dos Anjos scores with a shot to the body.
Dos Anjos tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Catch Wrestler was well out of range. Poor timing from Dos Anjos.
Catch Wrestler 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.
Dos Anjos takes a swing at Catch Wrestler's ribcage but misses.
Catch Wrestler slips under a jab.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Dos Anjos.
Catch Wrestler fails in his attempt to clinch.
Dos Anjos thinks about countering with a body kick.
Dos Anjos is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Catch Wrestler can do to turn this around?
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Catch Wrestler takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Dos Anjos uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Catch Wrestler.
Dos Anjos pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Catch Wrestler swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Dos Anjos scores with a push kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Ademaro Dos Anjos will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're 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#
A lazy body kick from Dos Anjos
and Catch Wrestler counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Sloppy strikes from Catch Wrestler. Those never looked like landing.
Dos Anjos misses with a head kick.
Dos Anjos scores with a head kick. Catch Wrestler tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Catch Wrestler has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Dos Anjos.
Dos Anjos throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Dos Anjos ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Catch Wrestler moves away.
Dos Anjos throws the kick towards the body but Catch Wrestler avoids it.
Dos Anjos on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Dos Anjos throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Dos Anjos on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Dos Anjos lands a head kick. Catch Wrestler smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Dos Anjos throws a body shot but no joy.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dos Anjos throws a head kick that misses.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Catch Wrestler moves out of range of the body kick from Dos Anjos.
Catch Wrestler takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Dos Anjos looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Catch Wrestler tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #T1#
Dos Anjos uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler misses with a body shot.
An inside leg kick lands from Dos Anjos.
Catch Wrestler misses with a looping left.
Dos Anjos throws a half hearted mid kick.
Catch Wrestler loads up on a big right hand but Dos Anjos slips the punch.
Dos Anjos takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Dos Anjos tries to land a leg kick but Catch Wrestler saw it coming and moves away.
Dos Anjos lands a nice looking kick to the body. Catch Wrestler takes a step back to recover.
Catch Wrestler lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Catch Wrestler lands with an overhand left.
Catch Wrestler digs a good hook to Dos Anjos's body.
Dos Anjos throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Some wild striking there from Catch Wrestler.
Bjj Catch Wrestler has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Catch Wrestler swinging wildly here.
Dos Anjos looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
A head kick misses from Dos Anjos. #CL2#
Catch Wrestler clinches up against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dos Anjos.
Dos Anjos digs a right hand into Catch Wrestler's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Catch Wrestler's gas tank.
Dos Anjos lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Catch Wrestler backwards.
A body shot lands from Dos Anjos.
Catch Wrestler takes a knee to the side of the body.
Dos Anjos is leaning against Catch Wrestler and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
A knee to the head by Dos Anjos.
Dos Anjos with a knee to the head.
A nice right hand lands inside from Dos Anjos.
Nice body punch from Dos Anjos.
Dos Anjos tries a knee to the head but Catch Wrestler blocks it. #T3#
Dos Anjos throws a knee to the head but misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dos Anjos.
Catch Wrestler lands a nice uppercut.
Catch Wrestler lands with a short shot to the head.
A short right from Dos Anjos.
Catch Wrestler misses with a body punch.
Dos Anjos scores with a shoulder strike.
Dos Anjos with an attempt at a knee that misses.
A frustrated look appears on Catch Wrestler's face as he tries to break the clinch.
A short right from Dos Anjos.
Dos Anjos with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Catch Wrestler doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Dos Anjos lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Dos Anjos.
Dos Anjos with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Dos Anjos throws a head punch that misses.
Dos Anjos tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Dos Anjos blocks a punch to the side of the head. #T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Catch Wrestler throws a punch but it's blocked by Dos Anjos.
Catch Wrestler swings away with an uppercut that misses. #BC2#
Catch Wrestler breaks from the clinch.
The fighters circling - Catch Wrestler throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Dos Anjos looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Catch Wrestler lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Dos Anjos at a distance.
Catch Wrestler takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Dos Anjos throws the kick towards the body but Catch Wrestler avoids it.
Catch Wrestler looks like he wants to counter punch here.
The fighters circle, before Dos Anjos throws a beautiful high kick that crashes into Catch Wrestler's neck, sending him stumbling to the floor! Dos Anjos lands more strikes and forces a referee stoppage! That one ended in an instant!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:33 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Kick & Punches). Ademaro Dos Anjos!
Ademaro Dos Anjos seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

 

Event: HFC 85 - Sosa vs Bulb III     
Date:   Jul 17, 2021
#R1##TD#
Tidd closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Catch Wrestler regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB2#
Tidd is posturing up here but Catch Wrestler has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Tidd tries to roll out but it's too tight and Tidd has to tap! Slick submission there by Catch Wrestler!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Bjj Catch Wrestler!
Bjj Catch Wrestler very nearly forgot to thank The MMA Tycoon Private Bank (40%) amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.

 

Event: HFC 79 - Leifsson vs Mendoza     
Date:   Jun 19, 2021
#R1#
Catch Wrestler fails with the takedown.#TD2#
Catch Wrestler shoots in and gets a takedown into Dinglestomper'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.
Dinglestomper pulls Catch Wrestler in to control the position.
Dinglestomper working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Catch Wrestler.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Dinglestomper is on top in guard. #REVR#
Dinglestomper is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Dinglestomper is aware though and is defending well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dinglestomper wants to stand but Catch Wrestler has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Dinglestomper has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.#SUB2#
Dinglestomper avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Catch Wrestler manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Dinglestomper manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB##T1#
Dinglestomper trying to control the position.
Catch Wrestler postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dinglestomper not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Catch Wrestler wants to pass the guard but Dinglestomper is keeping the position.
Dinglestomper is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Dinglestomper not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Catch Wrestler works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Dinglestomper is looking to control Catch Wrestler's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Dinglestomper avoid being mounted?#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Dinglestomper has hold of Catch Wrestler's hands but Catch Wrestler slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Catch Wrestler wants to free his trapped foot but Dinglestomper is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Dinglestomper wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Catch Wrestler wants to work for an arm triangle but Dinglestomper is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Dinglestomper is looking for a sweep. Catch Wrestler is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Catch Wrestler is keen to just control but Dinglestomper is a slippery customer.
Dinglestomper is holding on to half guard well.
Catch Wrestler trying to control the pace.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Catch Wrestler trying to control from half guard but Dinglestomper is working away. #T3##SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is working for a submission of some sort. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler 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.
Catch Wrestler works his way into full mount!
Dinglestomper is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Dinglestomper squirming around on the bottom, looking to escape.
Catch Wrestler looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Catch Wrestler can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Dinglestomper is looking to escape.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Catch Wrestler cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Dinglestomper takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
Dinglestomper is trying to escape the mount.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Catch Wrestler wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Catch Wrestler lands a big elbow.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bjj Catch Wrestler 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#
Catch Wrestler fails with a takedown attempt from distance.#TD2#
Catch Wrestler dives in and scores a takedown into Dinglestomper's guard.
Dinglestomper pulls Catch Wrestler in to control the position.
Catch Wrestler looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Dinglestomper is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Dinglestomper has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR#
Catch Wrestler looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Our spies down at at Shut Up & Train! {$1000} inform us that Catch Wrestler has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Catch Wrestler being controlled here, momentarily. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Dinglestomper escapes and throws Catch Wrestler's legs to the side, diving into side control! #T1#
Catch Wrestler is trying to improve his position.
Catch Wrestler is not content to let Dinglestomper control the position.
Catch Wrestler is letting Dinglestomper control him for a moment.
Dinglestomper trying to control the action but Catch Wrestler is working from the bottom. #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.#SU#
Dinglestomper stands up. #CL2#
Catch Wrestler clinches with his opponent.
Dinglestomper lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Catch Wrestler backwards.
Catch Wrestler throws a punch but it's blocked by Dinglestomper.
Dinglestomper can't find room to land a body shot as Catch Wrestler controls the action.
Dinglestomper lands a body punch. #BC#
Dinglestomper breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Dinglestomper is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Catch Wrestler misses with a takedown attempt
and Dinglestomper counters with a slapping leg kick.
Bjj Catch Wrestler seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Catch Wrestler is trying hard to land a takedown here. Dinglestomper sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Dinglestomper is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Saggy Dinglestomper has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bjj Catch Wrestler.#T3#
No luck for Catch Wrestler with that takedown attempt.
Saggy Dinglestomper is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Catch Wrestler shoots in for a double leg but Dinglestomper sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Catch Wrestler shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Dinglestomper as he jumps to the side.
Dinglestomper chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Dinglestomper dodges the punch combination from Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler tries to close the distance and clinch but Dinglestomper swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Dinglestomper throws a quick inside leg kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Dinglestomper. Catch Wrestler does a little dance to reset his feet.#T4#
Dinglestomper ducks under a wild hook from Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Catch Wrestler has a takedown stuffed.
Catch Wrestler tries to clinch up.
Dinglestomper lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Dinglestomper drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.#TD2#
Catch Wrestler drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.

Dinglestomper bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Catch Wrestler throws a hook but Dinglestomper avoids it easily.
And Dinglestomper counters with a quick kick to the body but Catch Wrestler blocks it.
Catch Wrestler tries to clinch up.
Dinglestomper was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Catch Wrestler shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Dinglestomper pinned against the cage. Dinglestomper gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Dinglestomper feinted there with a counter leg kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Saggy Dinglestomper dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. And we move into the final round!#R3#
Catch Wrestler dives in for a single leg takedown but Dinglestomper sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Catch Wrestler throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Dinglestomper's waist but Dinglestomper gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Catch Wrestler off to one side.
Catch Wrestler has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Dinglestomper finds it's way round the side to connect with Catch Wrestler's head.
Catch Wrestler paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Dinglestomper takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Catch Wrestler misses with a looping left.
Dinglestomper moves out of range as Catch Wrestler strikes.#TD2#
Catch Wrestler gets the takedown into side control.

Dinglestomper explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
Saggy Dinglestomper is winning the standup battle so far.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dinglestomper thumps Catch Wrestler with a low kick.
Catch Wrestler thows a left - swing and a miss!
Dinglestomper swats away the attempt to clinch by Catch Wrestler.#T1#
Catch Wrestler misses with a right hand
and Dinglestomper counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Catch Wrestler thinking.
Catch Wrestler throws a shot from downtown. Dinglestomper moves away and avoids it.
Dinglestomper misses with a body shot.
Catch Wrestler tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Dinglestomper paws at him with a jab and circles away.
A solid leg kick lands there for Dinglestomper.
Dinglestomper pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Catch Wrestler feints the counter takedown.
Dinglestomper ducks right into an uppercut from Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler 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.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Catch Wrestler is defended easily by Dinglestomper.
Saggy Dinglestomper has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bjj Catch Wrestler.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Catch Wrestler checks a leg kick.
Catch Wrestler avoids the head kick by Dinglestomper. #T2#
Catch Wrestler misses with a hook. Dinglestomper ducked under it nicely.
Dinglestomper thinks about countering with a head kick.
Catch Wrestler looks to land a right hand but Dinglestomper moved out of range.
Catch Wrestler just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromDinglestomper.
Catch Wrestler moves in looking to clinch but Dinglestomper pushes him off.
Catch Wrestler takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Dinglestomper with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Dinglestomper throws a low kick but Catch Wrestler avoids it.
Catch Wrestler misses with a looping left.
Catch Wrestler checks the leg kick nicely there.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Catch Wrestler dives in for a single leg takedown but Dinglestomper sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Catch Wrestler looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Catch Wrestler gets cracked there but stands up to it. #T3#
Dinglestomper misses with a hook to the body
and Catch Wrestler counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Catch Wrestler moves out of range as Dinglestomper strikes.
Catch Wrestler checks a leg kick.
Dinglestomper lands a jab.
Catch Wrestler walks into a jab.
Nice sprawl there from Dinglestomper as Catch Wrestler shoots in.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Catch Wrestler is defended easily by Dinglestomper.
Dinglestomper scores with the left hand. Catch Wrestler knows he should have avoided that one. #T4#
Catch Wrestler moves to clinch but Dinglestomper breaks away
and Catch Wrestler takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Catch Wrestler tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Dinglestomper manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Dinglestomper takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Dinglestomper leaves Catch Wrestler with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Catch Wrestler scores with the left hand. Dinglestomper knows he should have avoided that one.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dinglestomper connects with an inside leg kick.
Dinglestomper with a jab.
Dinglestomper tries a low kick but Catch Wrestler avoids it.

And that's the end of the fight!
Saggy Dinglestomper showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Dinglestomper 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 Alyssa Summers scores the fight 29:28
Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight 29:28
Judge Russell Pearce scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Saggy Dinglestomper!

A victorious Saggy Dinglestomper thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

 

Event: HFC 71 - Sosa vs Ford     
Date:   May 01, 2021
#R1#
Catch Wrestler has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Catch Wrestler there as he acknowledges the shot.
Catch Wrestler on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Catch Wrestler throws a hook but Soldic blocks it.
Catch Wrestler doesn't succeed with the takedown
letting Soldic counter with a right hand.
A chopping leg kick lands by Soldic.
Soldic's jab looks to have found its range, popping Catch Wrestler under the eye.
Catch Wrestler just misses with a punch to the body.
Catch Wrestler keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Soldic throws a low kick but Catch Wrestler avoids it.
Catch Wrestler takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Soldic thows a left - swing and a miss!
A kick lands to the mid section there for Soldic.
Soldic moves out of range as Catch Wrestler strikes.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Soldic walks into a jab.
Soldic connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Catch Wrestler fails with the takedown
and Soldic cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
We've been hearing reports that Catch Wrestler has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.#T1#
Catch Wrestler throws a looping overhand right but Soldic ducks down to avoid it.
Soldic bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Soldic fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
A nice leg kick lands there from Soldic.
Soldic works Catch Wrestler's body with a nice hook.
The fight stays on the outside here - Catch Wrestler looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Donk. Soldic catches Catch Wrestler right on the button with a cross.
Catch Wrestler fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Soldic avoids it really well and circles away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bjj Catch Wrestler. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Catch Wrestler tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Soldic manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Soldic throws a head kick but Catch Wrestler moves out of range.
Roberto Soldic is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A swing and a miss from Catch Wrestler.#T2#
Catch Wrestler tries to score a power double leg takedown but Soldic sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Catch Wrestler somewhat.
A nice side step and Soldic releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Soldic has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
Soldic with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Catch Wrestler closes the distance and clinches up with Soldic, looking for a takedown. Catch Wrestler pushes Soldic against the cage but Soldic circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Catch Wrestler tries to clinch but Soldic is having none of it.
Soldic sizes up Catch Wrestler with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
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!
Soldic scoring well with a low kick there.
Soldic lands a head kick!
Soldic throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Catch Wrestler's head.
Soldic tries to land a front kick but Catch Wrestler steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Soldic keeps the fight on the outside.
Catch Wrestler blocks a jab.#T3#
Catch Wrestler uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Soldic.
Soldic throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #TD#
Catch Wrestler manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Soldic on his heels. He'll look to pass Soldic's guard now, I'm sure.
Soldic looking to control.
Catch Wrestler throwing strikes from guard but Soldic blocks nicely.
Soldic keeping full guard, as Catch Wrestler tries to pass.
Catch Wrestler lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Catch Wrestler slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler drops back, looking for a kneebar! Soldic looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Soldic looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Soldic! #REVB##T4##SU2#
Soldic stands up and we're back to a striking position.
Catch Wrestler shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Soldic as he jumps to the side. #TD#
Catch Wrestler closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Catch Wrestler remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while.
Catch Wrestler in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Catch Wrestler trying to control the position but Soldic is working away.
Soldic is looking to reverse the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Roberto Soldic dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Catch Wrestler ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Soldic moves away.
Soldic looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Catch Wrestler throws a poor cross that misses
and Soldic connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Catch Wrestler gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Catch Wrestler takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Soldic throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#TD#
Catch Wrestler shoots in and gets a takedown into Soldic's guard.

Soldic pushes Catch Wrestler off and gets back to his feet.
Catch Wrestler will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Soldic misses with a looping left.
Catch Wrestler uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Soldic.
Catch Wrestler dives in for a single leg takedown but Soldic sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.#BC2#
Soldic's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Soldic defending well as Catch Wrestler loads up on a big left hand.
Catch Wrestler scores with a decent looking hook.
Catch Wrestler loads up on a big right hand but Soldic slips the punch.#T1#
Soldic connects with a body shot.
Soldic throws a body shot but no joy.
Catch Wrestler thows a left - swing and a miss!
Soldic scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Catch Wrestler moves out of range of the strikes.
Soldic chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Catch Wrestler misses with a takedown attempt - Soldic sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bjj Catch Wrestler. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Soldic buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Soldic swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Catch Wrestler is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.#TD#
Catch Wrestler throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Soldic tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Catch Wrestler is in Soldic's guard.
Catch Wrestler is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Soldic wants to sweep here but Catch Wrestler controlling him for the moment. #T2#
Catch Wrestler is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Soldic trying to control the position.
Soldic has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Catch Wrestler trying to control but Soldic is working from the bottom.
Catch Wrestler looking to pass the guard.
Soldic has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Catch Wrestler throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Soldic works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T3#
Catch Wrestler preventing the sweep.
Catch Wrestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Soldic 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.
Soldic throws a looping overhand right but Catch Wrestler ducks down to avoid it. #TD#
Catch Wrestler gets a double leg takedown into Soldic's guard.

Soldic is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Catch Wrestler presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat. #BC#
Catch Wrestler manages to break the clinch.
Soldic lands a nice looking body shot.
Catch Wrestler on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Catch Wrestler closes the distance looking to clinch
and Soldic counters with a thumping low kick.
A nice leg kick from Soldic, right into the meat of the thigh. #T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Soldic misses with a body kick.
Catch Wrestler slips under a jab from Soldic.
Catch Wrestler shoots in for a double leg but Soldic sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Soldic now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Catch Wrestler tests Soldic's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Catch Wrestler shoots in and drives through. Soldic sprawls well.
Nice body punch from Soldic.
Catch Wrestler blocks a head kick by Soldic.
Soldic takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Catch Wrestler throws a series of punches but Soldic moves out of range.
Catch Wrestler shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Soldic scores with a jab to the head.
Catch Wrestler tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Soldic manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Catch Wrestler rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Soldic counters with a nice leg kick.
Catch Wrestler is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Soldic.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Roberto Soldic 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#
Soldic swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Soldic lands a lovely overhand right.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Catch Wrestler.
Soldic keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Soldic fails to land with a series of punches.
Soldic fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Catch Wrestler has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Soldic throws a nice outside leg kick.
Soldic scores with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Soldic stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Soldic wants it to stay on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bjj Catch Wrestler. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Soldic lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Catch Wrestler shoots and misses
and Soldic counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Soldic connects with a jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Soldic jabs Catch Wrestler right on the nose. Catch Wrestler blinks but takes it well.#T1#
Soldic scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Soldic throws a nice inside leg kick.
Catch Wrestler looks to throw the jab but Soldic is out of range.
Catch Wrestler misses with a takedown attempt
and Soldic counters with a nice low kick that buckles Catch Wrestler's knee momentarily.#CL#
Catch Wrestler darts in and clinches Soldic up against the cage.
Catch Wrestler is trying to force a seperation but Soldic has the dominant position.
Catch Wrestler misses with a punch on the inside.
Soldic presses Catch Wrestler against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
A nice right hand lands inside from Soldic.
Soldic lands with a right to the head.
Catch Wrestler is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Soldic gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Catch Wrestler tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Soldic just stands there and leans against the cage.#BC2#
Soldic breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Soldic fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.#TD#
Catch Wrestler drives through with a takedown into Soldic's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Soldic is trying to keep Catch Wrestler in close. #T2#
Catch Wrestler stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Soldic swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Catch Wrestler has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Soldic seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Catch Wrestler throwing strikes but missing.
Catch Wrestler throws a big right hand that misses.
Catch Wrestler in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Soldic seems keen to control Catch Wrestler's posture.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Bjj Catch Wrestler overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Soldic tries to land a sweep but no joy. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T3#
Catch Wrestler misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
A little jabbing left from Soldic on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Catch Wrestler takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Catch Wrestler swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Soldic with a nice cross.
Catch Wrestler fails with the takedown
and Catch Wrestler takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Soldic is looking to slow Catch Wrestler down with leg kicks.
Bjj Catch Wrestler has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Soldic dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Catch Wrestler misses with a left hand
and Soldic counters with a thumping low kick.
An inside leg kick lands from Soldic.
Catch Wrestler looks to throw the jab but Soldic is out of range.
Nice defenses there by Soldic.
Catch Wrestler throws a body punch but Soldic moves out of range. #T4#
Catch Wrestler jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Good standup being displayed there by Catch Wrestler as he connects with a hook.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Soldic buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Catch Wrestler looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Good shot there by Soldic.
A nice inside leg kick there by Soldic. That's going to slow Catch Wrestler down.
A nice leg kick lands there from Soldic.
Soldic slips under a jab.
Soldic scores with a kick to the midsection.
Soldic misses with a left hand
and Catch Wrestler counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A good leg kick by Soldic.
Soldic fakes the leg kick and cracks Catch Wrestler in the body.
Catch Wrestler on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Soldic uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler walks into a jab.
Soldic uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Catch Wrestler.

And that's the end of the fight!
Roberto Soldic comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Soldic 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 Jonathan Paton scores the fight 27:30
Judge Joseph Jones scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jorge Garcia scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Roberto Soldic!

A relieved looking Roberto Soldic thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

 

Event: HFC 67 Sitsongrit vs Dilbrandt     
Date:   Apr 03, 2021
#R1#
Catch Wrestler jabs at Pisswater's body.
Pisswater defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Catch Wrestler misses with a hook
and Pisswater counters with a thumping low kick.
We've been hearing reports that Catch Wrestler has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Catch Wrestler throws an off balance right hand
enabling Pisswater to counter with a crisp jab.
Pisswater throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Catch Wrestler stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Good exchange - Catch Wrestler coming out on top.#TD#
Pisswater gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Catch Wrestler wants to control from the top but Pisswater keeps moving.
Pisswater tries to land a sweep but no joy.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Catch Wrestler is pushing down on Pisswater's leg trying to pass to half guard. Pisswater is fighting to maintain full guard but Catch Wrestler has managed to sneak the leg through.
Catch Wrestler looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Pisswater with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #T1#
Catch Wrestler winds up and cracks Pisswater with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Catch Wrestler thows a huge punch but Pisswater dodges it nicely.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Pisswater wants to get back to his feet.
Catch Wrestler frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Catch Wrestler has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Pisswater is desperately trying to improve his position but Catch Wrestler has a good base and remains in mount.
Catch Wrestler landing shots from mount.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Pisswater blocking the ground and pound. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler is giving the impression that he's looking to ground and pound but he switches suddenly into a beautiful far side armbar! Pisswater is forced to tap! Great finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Bjj Catch Wrestler!
An out of breath and clearly excited Bjj Catch Wrestler thanked UN-KAGED SAVAGE PEDS for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).

 

Event: HFC 62 - Dos Anjos vs Lachance     
Date:   Feb 27, 2021
#R1#
Dilbrandt misses with a hook.
Catch Wrestler is looking to clinch.
Bjj Catch Wrestler seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Catch Wrestler throws out a loose jab but Dilbrandt uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dilbrandt drops down looking for a counter takedown but Catch Wrestler sprawls and moves away.
Dilbrandt motions for Catch Wrestler to come forward. Dilbrandt throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Catch Wrestler tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Dilbrandt paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Nice jab there from Dilbrandt.
Dilbrandt uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Catch Wrestler.
Dilbrandt scores with a leg kick.
Good standup being displayed there by Catch Wrestler as he connects with a hook.
Catch Wrestler misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Catch Wrestler blocks a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Catch Wrestler throws the left hand but Dilbrandt avoids the punch easily.
Dilbrandt gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Dilbrandt misses with a low kick.
A left and a right from Catch Wrestler both land. Nice combination.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dilbrandt takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.#T1#
Dilbrandt has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Catch Wrestler finds it's way round the side to connect with Dilbrandt's head.
Dilbrandt keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler moves out of range as Dilbrandt strikes.
Catch Wrestler throws a jab when Dilbrandt was well out of range.
Dilbrandt will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
The fighters circling - Catch Wrestler throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Catch Wrestler doesn't manage to clinch there - Dilbrandt circles away.
Dilbrandt throws a leg kick but Catch Wrestler moved away.
It seemed like Catch Wrestler was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Catch Wrestler scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Catch Wrestler misses the shot to the body.
Dilbrandt throws a lazy right hand but Catch Wrestler sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Dilbrandt buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick. #CL2#
Catch Wrestler has Dilbrandt up against the cage in a clinch.
Catch Wrestler working aggressively here. #T2#
Catch Wrestler is trying to pull guard but Dilbrandt has him pressed against the cage.
Catch Wrestler tries to pull guard but Dilbrandt won't allow it.
Nice body punch from Dilbrandt - that landed with a thud.
Dilbrandt prevents a body shot from Catch Wrestler.
Dilbrandt tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Catch Wrestler's elbow.
Catch Wrestler tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Dilbrandt smiles and moves away.
David Dilbrandt has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bjj Catch Wrestler.
Dilbrandt lands a jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dilbrandt scores with a push kick.
Dilbrandt throws a quick inside leg kick.
Catch Wrestler fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Catch Wrestler loads up on a big right hand but Dilbrandt slips the punch.
A clash of legs there as Catch Wrestler blocks the low kick.
Dilbrandt throws a nice inside leg kick. #T3#
Catch Wrestler tries to bum rush Dilbrandt with a series of wild strikes but Dilbrandt uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Dilbrandt is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
The fighters circling - Dilbrandt throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A chopping leg kick lands by Dilbrandt.
Catch Wrestler uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Catch Wrestler wants to clinch.
Catch Wrestler misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Dilbrandt.
Dilbrandt works Catch Wrestler's body with a nice hook.
We've been told by Dilbrandt's head coaches at Doc Dannis Death Squad that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Catch Wrestler is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Dilbrandt fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Catch Wrestler is out of range.
Dilbrandt misses with a leg kick #TD2#
and Catch Wrestler counters with a nice double leg into guard.

Dilbrandt manages to escape and get back to his feet.
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!
Dilbrandt slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Catch Wrestler misses with an uppercut. Dilbrandt saw that one coming.
Dilbrandt attempts a counter takedown but Catch Wrestler avoids it well and moves away.#T4#
Dilbrandt avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Dilbrandt lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Catch Wrestler shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Dilbrandt pinned against the cage. Dilbrandt gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Catch Wrestler takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Catch Wrestler shoots in but no luck this time.
Dilbrandt ducks under a wild hook from Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler misses with a wild body shot.
Catch Wrestler misses with a wild body shot.
Catch Wrestler wants to clinch.
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 David Dilbrandt will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Catch Wrestler misses with a looping right.
Catch Wrestler misses with an uppercut.
Dilbrandt feinted with a counter takedown.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Catch Wrestler.
Dilbrandt wants to slow Catch Wrestler down by chopping away at his legs.
Catch Wrestler doesn't manage to clinch there - Dilbrandt circles away.
David Dilbrandt is winning the standup battle so far.
Catch Wrestler throws a hook but Dilbrandt avoids it easily.
Dilbrandt appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Dilbrandt missing with a left hand there. Catch Wrestler was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Dilbrandt throws the left hand but Catch Wrestler avoids the punch easily.
Catch Wrestler swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Dilbrandt slips a straight right by Catch Wrestler.
Dilbrandt connects with a looping right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dilbrandt stuffs the takedown attempt from Catch Wrestler. Catch Wrestler gets slowly back to his feet.
Dilbrandt throws a body shot but no joy.
Catch Wrestler is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Dilbrandt bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T1#
Catch Wrestler is looking to clinch but Dilbrandt is avoiding it.
Catch Wrestler waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Dilbrandt.
Dilbrandt half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Catch Wrestler jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A big left from Catch Wrestler misses.
Catch Wrestler's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Dilbrandt connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Catch Wrestler scrambles back to his feet.
Dilbrandt tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Catch Wrestler was well out of range. Poor timing from Dilbrandt.
A countering left hand to the body from Catch Wrestler misses.
A big right from Catch Wrestler misses.
Catch Wrestler 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.
Catch Wrestler jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Dilbrandt drops down looking for a counter takedown but Catch Wrestler sprawls and moves away.
Dilbrandt throws a lazy right hand but Catch Wrestler sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Dilbrandt is looking to slow Catch Wrestler down with leg kicks.
Nice body punch from Dilbrandt.
Dilbrandt lands with a right hand.
Dilbrandt moves out of range as Catch Wrestler strikes.
Dilbrandt throws a nice looking combination but Catch Wrestler bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Dilbrandt throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Catch Wrestler sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T2#
Dilbrandt throws a leg kick that is checked#TD2#
and Catch Wrestler decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Dilbrandt's guard.

Dilbrandt has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Catch Wrestler off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dilbrandt is looking to slow Catch Wrestler down with leg kicks.
Catch Wrestler throws out a powerful jab.
Catch Wrestler ducks under a wild hook from Dilbrandt.
Catch Wrestler pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Dilbrandt changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
David Dilbrandt is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#CL2#
Catch Wrestler gets a clinch.
Catch Wrestler has Dilbrandt pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Dilbrandt manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
A frustrated look appears on Catch Wrestler's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Catch Wrestler wants to get back to striking at distance but Dilbrandt won't allow it.
Catch Wrestler is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Dilbrandt is defending well.
David Dilbrandt has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bjj Catch Wrestler.
Still in the clinch, Dilbrandt scores with a nice short uppercut.
Catch Wrestler can't find room to land a body shot as Dilbrandt controls the action. #T3#
Catch Wrestler drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Dilbrandt gets the underhooks and prevents it.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Dilbrandt.
Dilbrandt tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Dilbrandt softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
A short left from Dilbrandt.
Catch Wrestler has a couple of punches blocked by Dilbrandt.
Dilbrandt lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Dilbrandt blocking some punches.
Catch Wrestler wants to get back to striking at distance but Dilbrandt won't allow it.
A shot in the inside from Catch Wrestler.
A body shot lands from Dilbrandt.
Catch Wrestler throws a head punch that misses.
Dilbrandt misses with a hook to the ribs. #BC#
Dilbrandt's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Dilbrandt misses with a series of wild punches. #T4#
Catch Wrestler uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Catch Wrestler throws the left hand but Dilbrandt avoids the punch easily.
Dilbrandt throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Dilbrandt on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Catch Wrestler just misses with a punch to the body.
Dilbrandt misses with a hook to the body #TD2#
and Catch Wrestler counters with a nice double leg into side control. Dilbrandt won't be happy with that.
Dilbrandt is trying to control Catch Wrestler's posture but Catch Wrestler avoids it. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Dilbrandt tries to get back to half guard but can't.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that David Dilbrandt will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Catch Wrestler wants to clinch up but Dilbrandt keeps it at a distance.
Catch Wrestler throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Dilbrandt sees it coming and avoids it easily.
The fighters circling - Catch Wrestler throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Catch Wrestler shoots in looking for a takedown but Dilbrandt manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Catch Wrestler's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Catch Wrestler darts in looking for a takedown but Dilbrandt gets double underhooks and turns Catch Wrestler into the cage.
Catch Wrestler ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Dilbrandt motions for Catch Wrestler to come forward. Dilbrandt throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Catch Wrestler's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
A swing and a miss from Dilbrandt.
Dilbrandt throws a shot from downtown. Catch Wrestler moves away and avoids it.
Dilbrandt throws a leg kick which misses Catch Wrestler's front leg but catches the back leg as Catch Wrestler tries to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Catch Wrestler fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
David Dilbrandt has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bjj Catch Wrestler.
Dilbrandt defending well as Catch Wrestler loads up on a big left hand.
Dilbrandt keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Nice uppercut lands for Dilbrandt. That snapped Catch Wrestler's head back. #T1#
Dilbrandt looks to land a left hand but Catch Wrestler moved out of range nicely.
Dilbrandt connects with a crisp jab.
Catch Wrestler throws a jab when Dilbrandt was well out of range.
A swing and a miss from Catch Wrestler.
Dilbrandt attempts a counter takedown but Catch Wrestler avoids it well and moves away.
Good leg kick by Dilbrandt.
Dilbrandt lands with a thumping leg kick.
Dilbrandt is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Catch Wrestler can do to turn this around?
Catch Wrestler is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Dilbrandt.
Dilbrandt digs a good hook to Catch Wrestler's body.
Dilbrandt displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Catch Wrestler throws out the jab.
Dilbrandt tries to counter with a takedown but Catch Wrestler is quick to defend against it.
Nice defenses there by Catch Wrestler.
Dilbrandt throws an overhand right that lands on Catch Wrestler's shoulder, as Catch Wrestler tries to avoid the shot.
A left lands for Dilbrandt.
Catch Wrestler misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Dilbrandt feinted with a counter takedown.
Dilbrandt takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#T2#
Dilbrandt throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Catch Wrestler pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Dilbrandt slips under a jab from Catch Wrestler.
Dilbrandt half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Catch Wrestler tries to clinch up.
Catch Wrestler tries to clinch up but Dilbrandt circles away and keeps his distance.
Catch Wrestler fails with an attempt to clinch.
Catch Wrestler lands with an uppercut that bounces Dilbrandt off the cage and back into range.
Catch Wrestler tries to clinch but Dilbrandt moves out of range.
Dilbrandt connects with a leg kick.
Dilbrandt buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Catch Wrestler tries to clinch up but Dilbrandt circles away and keeps his distance.
Dilbrandt clobbers Catch Wrestler with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Dilbrandt cracks Catch Wrestler with an open hand slap.
Dilbrandt moves away from the strike by Catch Wrestler.
Dilbrandt steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Catch Wrestler.#T3#
Dilbrandt connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Catch Wrestler throws a hook but Dilbrandt blocks it.
Catch Wrestler scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Nice sprawl there from Dilbrandt as Catch Wrestler shoots in.
Dilbrandt throws a half hearted mid kick.
Dilbrandt dips to his left and cracks Catch Wrestler with an uppercut!
Catch Wrestler shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Bjj Catch Wrestler has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Good shot there by Dilbrandt.
A leg kick checked by Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Dilbrandt changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Dilbrandt chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Dilbrandt takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Dilbrandt throws a jab when Catch Wrestler was well out of range.
Dilbrandt feints a jab promting Catch Wrestler to slip. Dilbrandt then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Catch Wrestler slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.#T4#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Dilbrandt throws a leg kick that misses.
Dilbrandt throws out a loose jab but Catch Wrestler uses good head movement to avoid it.
Catch Wrestler throws a looping overhand right but Dilbrandt ducks down to avoid it.
David Dilbrandt is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Catch Wrestler misses the jab.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Catch Wrestler, as that shot connected.
Dilbrandt showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Catch Wrestler.
Dilbrandt changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Dilbrandt misses with a wild body shot.
Dilbrandt lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Catch Wrestler is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Dilbrandt.
Dilbrandt has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Catch Wrestler finds it's way round the side to connect with Dilbrandt's head.
Dilbrandt scores with a hook to the body. Catch Wrestler takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Dilbrandt looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.

And that's the end of the fight!
David Dilbrandt showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Dilbrandt 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 Steve Montenegro scores the fight 30:27
Judge Jonathan Paton scores the fight 30:27
Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... David Dilbrandt!

Jumping up and down and very excited, David Dilbrandt waved his t-shirt featuring Voodoo Nutrition's logo in front of the cameras.

 

Event: HFC 57 - Red Eagle vs Mendoza     
Date:   Jan 23, 2021
#R1#
Catch Wrestler's corner calls for a 1-2. Catch Wrestler obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Catch Wrestler connects with a single shot there.
Catch Wrestler misses with a hook. Mills ducked under it nicely.
It looked like Mills wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Catch Wrestler misses with a double jab
and Mills connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Catch Wrestler throws a lazy right hand but Mills sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Catch Wrestler fails to land with a series of punches.
Mills was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Mills looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
The fighters circling - Catch Wrestler throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Catch Wrestler shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Mills as he jumps to the side.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice straight punches there by Mills. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Mills.
Catch Wrestler scores with the left hand. Mills knows he should have avoided that one. #T1#
Mills misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler closes the distance looking to clinch
and Mills connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Catch Wrestler lands the left hand.
The fighters circle momentarily. Catch Wrestler darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Catch Wrestler tries to clinch up but Mills circles away and keeps his distance.
Catch Wrestler lands a nice shot that snaps Mills's head back. #TD2#
Catch Wrestler closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Mills quickly recovers to half guard.
Mills is trying to stand back up but Catch Wrestler is controlling him
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Catch Wrestler is stalling here. Mills is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Catch Wrestler seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Mills has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. #T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
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Catch Wrestler felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.#SUB#
Mills tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Mills has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Catch Wrestler sneaks back into half guard.#SUB2#
Catch Wrestler looking for submissions off his back.
Mills has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Catch Wrestler is in all sorts of trouble here. #T3#
Catch Wrestler holds on to Mills as tight as he can, avoiding damage.
Catch Wrestler really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Mills trying to control but he's not successful this time. #SUB#
Mills looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Mills trying to control but Catch Wrestler is having none of it.
Catch Wrestler is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Catch Wrestler regains half guard.#SUB#
Mills is looking for a kimura here. #T4#
Catch Wrestler regains full guard. Nicely done.
Catch Wrestler is trying to control the position but Mills postures up. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Mills looking to pass the guard.
Catch Wrestler looking to control.
Catch Wrestler keeping full guard, as Mills tries to pass.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Bjj Catch Wrestler will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Mills takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Catch Wrestler misses with a lunging right hand
and Mills counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Catch Wrestler is defended easily by Mills.
Mills keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Catch Wrestler.
Mills keeps the fight on the outside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mills looks to land a left hand but Catch Wrestler moved out of range nicely.
Catch Wrestler fails in his attempt to clinch.
Mills keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Catch Wrestler.
Mills swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#T1#
Catch Wrestler throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Mills counters with a lovely straight right hand!#TD2#
Catch Wrestler closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Mills did well to prevent Catch Wrestler getting side control.
Catch Wrestler is trying to control. Mills wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Mills tries to roll over but Catch Wrestler keeps him under control.
Mills has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Catch Wrestler is working away from the top position though.#SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is looking for a kimura but Mills is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Catch Wrestler to get the leverage. #SUB#
Mills looking for submissions off his back.
Mills is trying to maintain the position but Catch Wrestler is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Mills doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Catch Wrestler. #T2##SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Mills works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB#
Mills escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Catch Wrestler gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Mills is trying to keep Catch Wrestler in close.
Catch Wrestler passes Mills's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #T3#
Mills blocking the ground and pound attempt from Catch Wrestler.
Mills won't allow Catch Wrestler to pass to mount. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler seems to be working for a kimura but Mills defends the submission attempt.
Mills won't allow Catch Wrestler to pass to mount.
The fighters are battling for position here. Mills manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Catch Wrestler is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #SUB#
Mills is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Catch Wrestler is aware though and is defending well.
Catch Wrestler wants to control from the top but Mills keeps moving.
Mills preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #T4#
Mills not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #SUB#
Mills is looking for a triangle but Catch Wrestler pushes his legs off easily.
Mills 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#
Catch Wrestler tries to get to full guard but Mills has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Catch Wrestler is not content to let Mills control the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Mills is looking to pass Catch Wrestler's guard but actually Catch Wrestler recovers to full guard.
Mills tries to free his leg and advance position but Catch Wrestler is retaining full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Bjj Catch Wrestler will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3##CL2#
Catch Wrestler drives through and clinches with Mills against the cage.
Mills keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Catch Wrestler's efforts to push away.
A short right from Mills.
Mills stops a takedown attempt from Catch Wrestler. #TD#
Mills lands a nice trip takedown into half guard. #SUB#
Mills is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Catch Wrestler defends it well.
Mills wants to lay and pray for a moment but Catch Wrestler keeps working.
Catch Wrestler manages to get to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mills trying to control but Catch Wrestler is working from the bottom. #T1#
Mills tries to free his leg and advance position but Catch Wrestler is retaining full guard.
Mills is working hard here to advance position.
Catch Wrestler is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Catch Wrestler wants to sweep here but Mills controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Mills is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Catch Wrestler is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Catch Wrestler has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB#
Catch Wrestler wants to pass the guard but Mills is keeping the position.
Lance Mills has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Mills keeping moving, preventing Catch Wrestler from controlling successfully.
Mills 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.
Catch Wrestler looking to pass the guard.
Catch Wrestler trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Catch Wrestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Mills is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Catch Wrestler is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #SUB#
Mills had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Catch Wrestler defends it easily.
Catch Wrestler wants to control from the top but Mills keeps moving.
Bjj Catch Wrestler is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Catch Wrestler might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Mills haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#SUB#
Mills has his foot on Catch Wrestler's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Catch Wrestler works his way back into a safe position though.
Mills is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Catch Wrestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Mills is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Catch Wrestler throws a right hand that misses
and Mills counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Catch Wrestler throws a right hand that Mills ducks under and follows up with a left that Mills also avoids with ease.
Mills throwing a counter right hand but Catch Wrestler manages to avoid it.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Catch Wrestler.
Mills was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Catch Wrestler misses with a body shot. #TD2#
Catch Wrestler shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Mills napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Catch Wrestler controlling the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Mills tries to get back to half guard but can't.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Bjj Catch Wrestler.
I've got Catch Wrestler 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 John Kavanagh scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jorge Garcia scores the fight 28:30
Judge Alyssa Summers scores the fight 28:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bjj Catch Wrestler!

Bjj Catch Wrestler made sure to mention his sponsor, UN-KAGED SAVAGE PEDS in his post fight interview.

 

Event: HFC 52 - Slugs vs Eagle 2     
Date:   Dec 19, 2020
#R1#
Catch Wrestler tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Diaz paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Diaz appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Catch Wrestler tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Diaz swivels and escapes.
Catch Wrestler feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Diazs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Catch Wrestler, as that shot connected.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Catch Wrestler has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Catch Wrestler dives in for a single leg takedown but Diaz sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Diaz misses with an uppercut. Catch Wrestler saw that one coming.
Catch Wrestler moves in looking to clinch but Diaz pushes him off.
Catch Wrestler swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
The crowd cheers as Diaz lands an impressive looking overhand right. Catch Wrestler doesn't seem phased though.
Bjj Catch Wrestler seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Diaz connects with a right hand. Catch Wrestler shakes it off.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Catch Wrestler uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Diaz.
Catch Wrestler tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Catch Wrestler lands a two punch combo.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A shot to the liver by Catch Wrestler. Beautiful body shot.
Catch Wrestler misses with a body shot.
Catch Wrestler is trying hard to land a takedown here. Diaz sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Diaz throwing a counter right hand but Catch Wrestler manages to avoid it.
Jewel Diaz has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bjj Catch Wrestler.#T1##TD2#
Diaz gets caught napping as Catch Wrestler dives in and scores a takedown. Diaz manages to retain guard.
Diaz is looking to stand up but Catch Wrestler isn't so interested in that idea.
Diaz keeping moving, preventing Catch Wrestler from controlling successfully.
Diaz is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Catch Wrestler controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Catch Wrestler's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Diaz is looking to stand up but Catch Wrestler isn't so interested in that idea. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
A big left from Catch Wrestler misses.
Catch Wrestler displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Catch Wrestler connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Catch Wrestler uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Diaz displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler has a takedown stuffed.#T3#
Diaz staying out of range there.
Catch Wrestler swings widly with a right hand
letting Diaz counter with a right hand.
Diaz looks to score with a jab to the body but Catch Wrestler is just out of range.
Diaz throws out a powerful jab.
Diaz jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Diaz scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Diaz throws a right hand that misses
and Catch Wrestler counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Diaz waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Catch Wrestler tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Diaz defends well and Catch Wrestler ends up having to push Diaz into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Catch Wrestler fails with a takedown attempt from distance.#TD2#
Catch Wrestler fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Diaz sprawls well initially but Catch Wrestler persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Diaz is staying active underneath Catch Wrestler, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T4#
Diaz tries to kick Catch Wrestler off but Catch Wrestler keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Catch Wrestler is looking to take a break and control but Diaz is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Catch Wrestler prevents Diaz from standing back up.
Catch Wrestler wants to take a breather but Diaz is having none of it.
Catch Wrestler throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Catch Wrestler stops Diaz from getting back to his feet. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Catch Wrestler connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Diaz's hands.
Catch Wrestler fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bjj Catch Wrestler dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Catch Wrestler shoots and misses
enabling Diaz to counter with a crisp jab.
Catch Wrestler throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Catch Wrestler ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
And Catch Wrestler tries to counter it with a takedown but Diaz pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Diaz connects with a crisp jab.
Diaz keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Diaz keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Catch Wrestler misses the shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Catch Wrestler fails with the takedown
and Diaz counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Jewel Diaz has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bjj Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Diaz.
Catch Wrestler wants to clinch up but Diaz keeps it at a distance.#KD#
Diaz drops his shoulder and cracks Catch Wrestler with a huge uppercut! Catch Wrestler goes down! Can Diaz finish him? #ROC#Catch Wrestler is rocked!#T1#
Diaz postures up from his opponent's guard, before exploding into some vicious ground and pound! Catch Wrestler covers up, he's hurt! Diaz keeps throwing the strikes, glancing at the referee... Will he stop it?? One more big shot from Diaz and the ref steps in to end the fight! Diaz can't hide his delight as he celebrates with his corner.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:21 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jewel Diaz!
Jewel Diaz took his opportunity to call for a title shot in his post fight interview.

 

Event: HFC Speed Brawls IV     
Date:   Nov 20, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#TD2#
Tidd shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Catch Wrestler manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Catch Wrestler wants to sweep here but Tidd controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Tidd prevents Catch Wrestler from getting back to his feet.
Catch Wrestler keeping moving, preventing Tidd from controlling successfully.
Tidd with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Catch Wrestler avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Catch Wrestler throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Catch Wrestler keeping full guard, as Tidd tries to pass.
Catch Wrestler trying to control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Tidd throws a big elbow that misses.
Tidd loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Tidd lands a couple of digs.#SUB#
Catch Wrestler working for a triangle but Tidd defends it easily.
Tidd slips nicely into half guard.
Catch Wrestler is trying to get back to full guard.
Tidd sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Catch Wrestler defending well though.
Catch Wrestler is trying to get back to full guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Catch Wrestler's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#T2#
Tidd sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Catch Wrestler defending well though.
Tidd lands with a punch from half guard.
Tidd slips a nice elbow through Catch Wrestler's hands, connecting with Catch Wrestler's forehead.
Tidd prevents Catch Wrestler from improving his position.
Catch Wrestler trying to control here.
Tidd looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Catch Wrestler with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Catch Wrestler looks like he's trying to stand up.
Catch Wrestler moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Tidd throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Catch Wrestler works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Tidd with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Tidd scoring with punches to the head and body. #T3#
Tidd loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Catch Wrestler is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Tidd wants to pass the guard but Catch Wrestler is keeping the position.
Catch Wrestler lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Tidd bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Catch Wrestler's guard. #REVB#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Tidd accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Tidd missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler is looking for a triangle but Tidd pushes his legs off easily.
Tidd lands a couple of decent looking shots.#T4#
Catch Wrestler keeping moving, preventing Tidd from controlling successfully.
Catch Wrestler 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#
Tidd is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Tidd wants to control but Catch Wrestler is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Tidd wants to improve his position but Catch Wrestler is controlling well.
Catch Wrestler wants to get back to his feet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Catch Wrestler is keen to just control but Tidd is a slippery customer.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tidd moves into full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Joe Tidd dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Catch Wrestler takes a swing at Tidd's ribcage but misses.
Tidd feints the counter takedown.#TD2#
Tidd shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Catch Wrestler's guard.
Tidd with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#SUB#
Catch Wrestler has his foot on Tidd's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Tidd works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Catch Wrestler looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Tidd throwing strikes from guard but Catch Wrestler blocks nicely.
Tidd has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Tidd advances to half guard.
Catch Wrestler is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Tidd's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Tidd's back!
Joe Tidd has got the better of the ground game so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tidd breaks Catch Wrestler's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Tidd is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Catch Wrestler will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tidd trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Tidd is working Catch Wrestler over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Tidd working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T1#
Tidd scoring with some ground and pound.
Tidd landing some decent shots from guard.
Catch Wrestler wants to get back to his feet but Tidd is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Tidd wants to pass the guard but Catch Wrestler is keeping the position.
Catch Wrestler preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Catch Wrestler manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Tidd manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Our spies down at at UnderGround BJJ & MMA inform us that Tidd has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Tidd bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Catch Wrestler's guard. #REVB#
Tidd missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Tidd wants to pass the guard but Catch Wrestler is keeping the position.
Tidd trying to control the position from guard on top but Catch Wrestler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
Tidd stops Catch Wrestler from standing up. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler has his foot on Tidd's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Tidd works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Catch Wrestler looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Tidd wants to control from the top but Catch Wrestler keeps moving.
Tidd is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Catch Wrestler utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Tidd tries to free his leg and advance position but Catch Wrestler is retaining full guard.
Catch Wrestler is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Tidd lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#T3##SUB#
Catch Wrestler working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Tidd doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Tidd manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Tidd stopping the sweep attempt from Catch Wrestler.
Tidd trying to control but Catch Wrestler is working from the bottom.
Catch Wrestler has momentary wrist control but Tidd slips an elbow through the middle.#SUB#
Catch Wrestler looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Tidd wants to pass the guard but Catch Wrestler is keeping the position.
Catch Wrestler trying to control the position.
Tidd working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Catch Wrestler wants to sweep here but Tidd controlling him for the moment. #T4#
Catch Wrestler keeping moving, preventing Tidd from controlling successfully.
Tidd lands a couple of elbows.
Tidd works over Catch Wrestler with some ground and pound from guard.
Tidd lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#SUB#
Tidd avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Tidd in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Tidd working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #SUB#
Tidd got a little sloppy there for a moment and Catch Wrestler has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Tidd has managed to get both his arms back between Catch Wrestler's legs - danger averted.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tidd working some strikes from top position.
Tidd wants to control from the top but Catch Wrestler keeps moving.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Joe Tidd 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#
Catch Wrestler throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A telegraphed right hand from Catch Wrestler misses the target.
Catch Wrestler throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Catch Wrestler works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Catch Wrestler scores with a decent looking hook.
Tidd slips a jab and a cross from Catch Wrestler.
Tidd throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bjj Catch Wrestler seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tidd keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Catch Wrestler misses with a wild body shot.
Tidd looks to land a combination but Catch Wrestler avoids it well.
Tidd moves out of range of the strikes.
And Tidd tries to counter it with a takedown but Catch Wrestler pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Catch Wrestler misses with a looping left.#T1#
Tidd throws a shot from downtown. Catch Wrestler moves away and avoids it.
Catch Wrestler cracks Tidd with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Tidd slips a jab from Catch Wrestler.#TD2#
Tidd looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Catch Wrestler!
Catch Wrestler tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Tidd wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Tidd working the ground and pound.
Tidd lands an elbow.
Catch Wrestler is not content to let Tidd control the position.
Catch Wrestler is trying to control Tidd's posture but Tidd avoids it.
Tidd wants to control but Catch Wrestler is keeping him busy. #T2#
Check out the look on Tidd's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Tidd laying and praying for a moment but Catch Wrestler takes advantage and regains half guard.
Catch Wrestler is refusing to be controlled, as Tidd sits in half guard.
Tidd not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Catch Wrestler moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Catch Wrestler keeping moving, preventing Tidd from controlling successfully.
Catch Wrestler trying to control the position. #T3#
Catch Wrestler avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Tidd trying to control but Catch Wrestler is working from the bottom.
Tidd is in close to Catch Wrestler's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Catch Wrestler doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
Bjj Catch Wrestler has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Tidd lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Tidd trying to control but Catch Wrestler is working from the bottom.
Tidd connects with a couple of short punches.
Tidd trying to control but Catch Wrestler is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Tidd doesn't defend quickly enough and Catch Wrestler has managed to lock this one up! Can Tidd escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Catch Wrestler on a fantastic submission victory.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Bjj Catch Wrestler!
Bjj Catch Wrestler gave a mention to Sportivité in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).

 

Event: HFC 44 - Dos Anjos vs Bizi     
Date:   Oct 24, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Ragasatria on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
The fighters circling - Ragasatria throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Catch Wrestler throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Ragasatria. #CL2#
Catch Wrestler gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Catch Wrestler tries to throw a body punch but Ragasatria avoids it by throwing Catch Wrestler back against the cage.
Catch Wrestler lands a right hand. #TD2#
Catch Wrestler pulls guard successfully. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Catch Wrestler wants to hit a sweep here but Ragasatria passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Catch Wrestler there!
Catch Wrestler 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.
Catch Wrestler sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Catch Wrestler trying to get back to full guard but Ragasatria takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!#T1#
Ragasatria looking to control but Catch Wrestler is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Catch Wrestler tries to hold on but Ragasatria postures up.
Catch Wrestler is in all sorts of trouble here.
Catch Wrestler doing his best to control the position. Can he escape?
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ragasatria throwing sloppy strikes here. Perhaps if he tightened up his striking from such a dominant position, he'd be able to finish easier.
Catch Wrestler is wriggling around trying to escape.
Catch Wrestler gets back to half guard.
Catch Wrestler is looking to get back to full guard here but Ragasatria has managed to pass to side control instead.#T2#
Catch Wrestler pushes Ragasatria away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Ragasatria gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Catch Wrestler tries to buck Ragasatria off but Ragasatria is having none of it.
Catch Wrestler manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Catch Wrestler is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Ragasatria's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Ragasatria's back!
Ragasatria tries to break free. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler 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, Ragasatria has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Catch Wrestler loading up with punches from the back mount - how long can Ragasatria hold on?
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ragasatria breaks Catch Wrestler's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Ragasatria stacks Catch Wrestler 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 Ragasatria!
Catch Wrestler gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #T3##SUB2#
Catch Wrestler looking for submissions off his back.
Catch Wrestler moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Catch Wrestler is on top in guard. #REVB#
Catch Wrestler wants to control from the top but Ragasatria keeps moving.
Ragasatria is trying to keep Catch Wrestler in close. #T4#
Catch Wrestler pushes down on Ragasatria's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Ragasatria has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Catch Wrestler is working away from the top position though.
Catch Wrestler content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Ragasatria has managed to free his arm - good work.
Ragasatria is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Ragasatria looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Catch Wrestler is thwarting Ragasatria's attempts to control the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Bjj Catch Wrestler dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Ragasatria moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Ragasatria takes a shot to the body in his stride. #CL2#
Catch Wrestler rushes Ragasatria and presses him up against the cage.
Ragasatria manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment. #BC2#
Catch Wrestler breaks from the clinch.
Ragasatria could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Catch Wrestler scores with a jab to the jaw.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Catch Wrestler scores with a crisp jab that stopped Ragasatria in his tracks.
Ragasatria looks to land a right hand but Catch Wrestler moved out of range.
Catch Wrestler bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#T1#
Catch Wrestler dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Catch Wrestler doesn't manage to clinch there - Ragasatria circles away.
Ragasatria is looking to counter with head kicks.
Catch Wrestler closes the distance and clinches up with Ragasatria, looking for a takedown. Catch Wrestler pushes Ragasatria against the cage but Ragasatria circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Ragasatria appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Catch Wrestler closes the distance but Ragasatria moves to the side #TD#
and Ragasatria counters with a nice double leg into side control. Catch Wrestler won't be happy with that.
Catch Wrestler tries to bench press Ragasatria off him but Ragasatria keeps the position.
Catch Wrestler looking for a sweep but Ragasatria has passed into full mount! Oh no!
Catch Wrestler is desperately trying to get back to half guard. #T2#
Catch Wrestler wants to control but Ragasatria is having none of it.
Catch Wrestler is looking to improve his position but Ragasatria isn't that keen on the idea.
Catch Wrestler wants to hold on but Ragasatria pushes him away.
Catch Wrestler can't escape the position.
Catch Wrestler reaches up to try and control the position but Ragasatria seems to have an arm triangle now! Uh oh! Catch Wrestler rolls and tries to escape and now Ragasatria has his back!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Catch Wrestler trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Catch Wrestler trying to get back to his feet but Ragasatria is in full control for now.
Catch Wrestler looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Alan Ragasatria overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T3##SUB#
Ragasatria working for a choke but Catch Wrestler is defending well. #SUB#
Ragasatria is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Catch Wrestler knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Catch Wrestler for a finish.
Catch Wrestler is trying to break free.
Catch Wrestler tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell! #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.
Catch Wrestler is looking to get to half guard.
Ragasatria throwing sloppy strikes here. Perhaps if he tightened up his striking from such a dominant position, he'd be able to finish easier.
Ragasatria can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Catch Wrestler is looking to escape. #SUB#
Ragasatria looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Catch Wrestler wants to control but Ragasatria is having none of it.
Catch Wrestler is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Catch Wrestler wants to hold on but Ragasatria pushes him away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alan Ragasatria dominated that second 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. This is the final round!#R3##CL2#
Catch Wrestler has Ragasatria up against the cage in a clinch.
Ragasatria misses with the head strike.
Catch Wrestler lands a hook to the side of the head.
Ragasatria is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Catch Wrestler lands a nice uppercut.#BC2#
Catch Wrestler escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #CL2#
Catch Wrestler clinches up against the cage.
Catch Wrestler lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Ragasatria looking to slow down the pace here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ragasatria tries to stall but Catch Wrestler uses the opportunity to gain a better position. #BC2#
Catch Wrestler breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2#
Ragasatria gets tackled into the cage by Catch Wrestler. Catch Wrestler maintains the clinch.
Catch Wrestler lands a nice uppercut.#T1#
The referee is keeping an eye on Ragasatria - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters. #BC2#
Catch Wrestler's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL2#
Catch Wrestler clinches with his opponent. #TD2#
Catch Wrestler has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Ragasatria regains guard immediately. #SUB#
Ragasatria had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Catch Wrestler defends it easily.#SU2#
Ragasatria is working an open guard so Catch Wrestler takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Ragasatria defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Catch Wrestler.
It looked like Ragasatria was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler fails in his attempt to clinch.
Catch Wrestler lands a nice shot that snaps Ragasatria's head back.
Ragasatria walks into a jab.#T2#
Ragasatria walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.#CL2#
Catch Wrestler takes the fight into the clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ragasatria stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Ragasatria is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Ragasatria tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Catch Wrestler smiles and moves away.
Catch Wrestler tries to clinch up.
Ragasatria appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Catch Wrestler is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Ragasatria waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Catch Wrestler.
Danga de danga de dang - Catch Wrestler scores with a four punch combination!
Some wild striking there from Catch Wrestler. #T3##CL2#
Catch Wrestler gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Catch Wrestler works on Ragasatria's body with a couple of short punches.#TD2#
Catch Wrestler tightens his grip and picks Ragasatria up, before dumping him to the ground. Ragasatria manages to land in guard.
Catch Wrestler slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #SU2#
Catch Wrestler stands up and waves to Ragasatria to follow him. #CL2#
Catch Wrestler drives through and clinches with Ragasatria against the cage. #T4##TD#
Ragasatria jumps into guard, dragging Catch Wrestler to the mat. #SU2#
Catch Wrestler gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Catch Wrestler doesn't manage to clinch there - Ragasatria circles away.
It looked like Ragasatria was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Catch Wrestler tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
An attempted straight right counter from Ragasatria misses the target.
Ragasatria walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Ragasatria tries to move into range but Catch Wrestler moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Catch Wrestler has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.#CL2#
Catch Wrestler gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Bjj Catch Wrestler seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ragasatria stalling in the clinch but Catch Wrestler improves position. #BC2#
Catch Wrestler escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
We've been told by Ragasatria's head coaches at Canucks Combat Club that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
A slow jab from Catch Wrestler misses its intended target.

And that's the end of the fight!
Bjj Catch Wrestler comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Catch Wrestler 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 Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 28:29
Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight 28:29
Judge Jorge Garcia scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bjj Catch Wrestler!

Bjj Catch Wrestler gave a mention to Sportivité in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).

 

Event: HFC 38 - Dos Anjos vs Yonic     
Date:   Sep 12, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#TD#
Catch Wrestler is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Marley's half guard.#SUB#
Marley is defending against the submission attempts here by Catch Wrestler.
Marley is looking to improve his position.
Marley really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Catch Wrestler. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Catch Wrestler is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Marley sees it coming and defends easily.
Catch Wrestler takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Catch Wrestler wants to control but Marley is keeping him busy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marley wants to improve his position but Catch Wrestler is controlling well.
Catch Wrestler trying to mount his opponent but Marley defends it.
Marley keeping hold of Catch Wrestler's head, controlling as best he can. #T1##SUB#
Catch Wrestler is looking for a kimura but Marley is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Catch Wrestler to get the leverage.
Ground and pound from Catch Wrestler.
Marley is looking for a sweep. Catch Wrestler is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Catch Wrestler is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Marley defends it well.
We've been hearing that Catch Wrestler has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Catch Wrestler with the ground and pound but Marley uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Catch Wrestler looking to pass the guard.
Catch Wrestler throwing strikes from guard but Marley blocks nicely.
Catch Wrestler trying to control but Marley is working from the bottom.
Catch Wrestler really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#T2#
Catch Wrestler sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Marley's guard. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Marley doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Catch Wrestler prevents Marley from improving his position.
Catch Wrestler moves into full mount! Marley won't be happy about that!
Marley is looking to get to half guard.#T3##SUB#
Marley is flailing around, obviously not happy about being mounted. Catch Wrestler locks hold of one of his arms and spins for an armbar. He's got it! Marley is forced to tap!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Bjj Catch Wrestler!
Bjj Catch Wrestler very nearly forgot to thank Sportivité amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.

 

Event: HFC 30 - Wanker vs Curtis     
Date:   Jul 24, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Fork misses with a series of wild punches.
Catch Wrestler moves in looking to clinch but Fork pushes him off.
Fork was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Fork connects with a nice looking jab.
Catch Wrestler on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Fork lands a nice shot to the body.
Fork moves out of range as Catch Wrestler strikes.
Good standup being displayed there by Fork as he connects with a hook.
Fork lands the left hand.
Fork fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Catch Wrestler manages to avoid it.
Catch Wrestler keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Fork slaps away a takedown attempt from Catch Wrestler, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Fork keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Catch Wrestler throws a jab when Fork was well out of range.
Fork misses with a wild body shot.
And Catch Wrestler tries to counter it with a takedown but Fork pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Fork tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Catch Wrestler was well out of range. Poor timing from Fork.
Catch Wrestler takes a body punch but keeps moving.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Fork scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Fork scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#T1#
Fork throws out a loose jab but Catch Wrestler uses good head movement to avoid it.
Fork keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Forky Fork has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bjj Catch Wrestler.
Fork throws a big shot that misses.
Catch Wrestler doesn't manage to clinch there - Fork circles away.
Fork misses with an uppercut.
Fork scores with a nice strike.
A telegraphed right hand from Fork misses the target.
Catch Wrestler uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Fork.
Catch Wrestler feints the counter takedown.
Fork swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Catch Wrestler wants to clinch.
Catch Wrestler shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Fork as he avoids it easily.
Good standup being displayed there by Fork as he connects with a hook.
Catch Wrestler slips under a jab.
Catch Wrestler fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Fork lands a jab to Catch Wrestler's midsection.
Fork is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.#T2#
Catch Wrestler fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Fork avoids it really well and circles away.
Fork throws a lazy right hand but Catch Wrestler sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A big right from Fork misses.
Catch Wrestler takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
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!
Catch Wrestler moves forwards but Fork connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Fork swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A slow jab from Fork misses its intended target.
Fork just misses with a punch to the body.
A big right from Catch Wrestler misses.
Fork throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Catch Wrestler tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Catch Wrestler darts in looking for a takedown but Fork gets double underhooks and turns Catch Wrestler into the cage.
A counter left hand to the body from Fork misses its target.#TD2#
Catch Wrestler closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Fork quickly recovers to half guard.
Fork is holding on to half guard well.
Fork wants to control but Catch Wrestler is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Catch Wrestler sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Fork defending well though. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Fork is just riding it out for now. Catch Wrestler eventually gives up the hold. #T3#
Catch Wrestler is pressing down on Fork's thigh, looking to free his foot. Fork is holding on for now.
Catch Wrestler is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Fork has managed to free his arm - good work.
Fork is holding on to half guard well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is looking for a kimura here. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is looking for a kimura here. #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Fork trying to control from the bottom.
Fork is concentrating on defense, preventing Catch Wrestler from advancing position.
Fork might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB#
Fork looking for submissions off his back.
Catch Wrestler is trying to control. Fork wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Fork moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Fork working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Catch Wrestler. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler drops back looking for a leg! Fork is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Fork manages to kick Catch Wrestler off! Catch Wrestler jumps back into Fork's guard.
Fork keeping moving, preventing Catch Wrestler from controlling successfully.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Forky Fork dominated that round.
That's time! Fork's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Fork lands with an uppercut that bounces Catch Wrestler off the cage and back into range.
Fork uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Catch Wrestler.
Fork misses with a hook to the body #TD2#
and Catch Wrestler counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Catch Wrestler is thwarting Fork's attempts to control the position.
Catch Wrestler thows a huge punch but Fork dodges it nicely.
Fork blocking the ground and pound attempt from Catch Wrestler. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is working for a kimura but Fork is defending it quite comfortably.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fork keeping hold of Catch Wrestler's head, controlling as best he can. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is looking for a kimura here. #T1#
Fork keeping control of the position.
My spies in Shut Up & Train! {$1000} inform me that Catch Wrestler has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Catch Wrestler wants to control but Fork is keeping him busy.
Fork is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Catch Wrestler can do to turn this around?
Fork is trying to maintain the position but Catch Wrestler is very close to passing his half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Fork is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Catch Wrestler is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Catch Wrestler uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Fork.
Fork leaves Catch Wrestler with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Forky Fork seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Catch Wrestler slips under a jab.
And Catch Wrestler tries to counter it with a takedown but Fork pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Fork misses with a telegraphed body shot #TD2#
and Catch Wrestler counters with a shoot takedown. Fork fights it but they end up in guard.
Catch Wrestler throwing strikes but missing.
Fork looking to control.
Fork controlling the position.#SUB2#
Catch Wrestler thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Fork is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #T3#
Catch Wrestler trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Catch Wrestler stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Fork swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Fork is trying to control the position but Catch Wrestler postures up.
Bjj Catch Wrestler has got the better of the ground game so far.
Catch Wrestler working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Fork trying to control the position.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Horrible takedown attempt by Catch Wrestler or perhaps it was just good defense by Fork, which made it look bad.
Fork dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Fork cracks Catch Wrestler with an open hand slap.#T4#
Catch Wrestler doesn't manage to clinch there - Fork circles away.
Fork fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Catch Wrestler manages to avoid it.
Catch Wrestler is looking to clinch but Fork is avoiding it.
Fork gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Catch Wrestler uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Fork.
Fork lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Catch Wrestler at a distance.
Fork swings and misses with a hook to the body. #TD2#
Catch Wrestler changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Fork looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is trying to get an arm triangle but Fork is defending well.
Fork defending against the ground and pound.
Catch Wrestler looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Fork is avoiding damage well.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Fork can't do much from the bottom here.
Fork is in a bad spot here and he knows it... just holding on for now.
Fork wants to control but Catch Wrestler postures up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Bjj Catch Wrestler showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Catch Wrestler uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Fork.
Catch Wrestler blocks a jab.
Catch Wrestler is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Fork with a body shot.
Fork throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
The fighters circling - Catch Wrestler throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Catch Wrestler tries to clinch up.
Catch Wrestler closes this distance looking for a takedown but Fork circles away.
A slow jab from Fork misses its intended target.
Fork throws a lazy right hand but Catch Wrestler sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Catch Wrestler ducks under a wild hook from Fork.
Catch Wrestler defending well as Fork loads up on a big left hand.
Fork swings for the body but Catch Wrestler moves out of range.
Catch Wrestler keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Fork seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Some wild striking there from Catch Wrestler.
A little feinted left hand from Fork on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Forky Fork is winning the standup battle so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Catch Wrestler waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Fork.
Fork swings for the body but Catch Wrestler moves out of range. #CL2#
Catch Wrestler moves into the clinch successfully.
Fork lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Fork works on Catch Wrestler's body with a couple of short punches.#T1##BC#
Fork escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Fork throws a looping overhand right but Catch Wrestler ducks down to avoid it.
Fork throws a body shot but no joy.
No luck for Catch Wrestler with that takedown attempt.
Fork swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
The fighters circling - Fork throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Catch Wrestler takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.#TD#
Fork looking to score a takedown here. Catch Wrestler is defending well but Fork drives through and ends up in Catch Wrestler's guard.#SUB2#
Catch Wrestler looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Fork passes into side control.
Catch Wrestler is trying to control Fork's posture but Fork avoids it.
Catch Wrestler sneaks back into half guard.
Catch Wrestler makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Catch Wrestler.#T2##SUB2#
Fork avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Fork seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Catch Wrestler looking for a sweep. Not yet Catch Wrestler, not yet.
Catch Wrestler can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Fork controls the pace.#T3##SUB2#
Catch Wrestler had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Fork defends it easily.#SUB2#
Catch Wrestler looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Catch Wrestler takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Fork sitting in guard here, content to control. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Fork throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Fork throws a looping overhand right but Catch Wrestler ducks down to avoid it.
Catch Wrestler throws a jab but it's blocked by Fork.
Fork fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Catch Wrestler's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Fork connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Catch Wrestler scrambles back to his feet.
Catch Wrestler tries to clinch but Fork moves out of range.
Catch Wrestler staying out of range there.
Catch Wrestler with the counter takedown but Fork avoids it easily.
Catch Wrestler steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Fork.
Catch Wrestler blocks a jab.
Fork swings for the body but Catch Wrestler moves out of range.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Catch Wrestler tries to clinch but Fork is having none of it.
Fork with a hook.
Catch Wrestler shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Fork defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Catch Wrestler.
Forky Fork has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bjj Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Fork.
Catch Wrestler tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.

And that's the end of the fight!
Forky Fork showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Fork 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 Columbo Gatti scores the fight 29:28
Judge Jorge Garcia scores the fight 29:28
Judge Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Forky Fork!

 

Event: HFC KO 7 - Rodrigues vs Dylan     
Date:   Jun 26, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#TD#
Catch Wrestler dives in and scores a takedown into Sitsongrit's guard.
Sitsongrit tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Sitsongrit is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Catch Wrestler is controlling him.
Catch Wrestler 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.
Sitsongrit keeping moving, preventing Catch Wrestler from controlling successfully.
Sitsongrit looking to hit a scissor sweep but Catch Wrestler is one step ahead there.
Sitsongrit 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.
Sitsongrit is adopting a defensive guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sitsongrit wants to stand but Catch Wrestler is controlling the position.
Catch Wrestler with a flurry of punches that miss. #ES2#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Sitsongrit manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.#T1#
Catch Wrestler fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Sitsongrit lands a shoulder strike.
Catch Wrestler tries to pull guard but Sitsongrit holds him up against the cage and eventually Catch Wrestler drops back down to his feet.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Sitsongrit creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Sitsongrit lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Catch Wrestler or not.
Sitsongrit lands a nice uppercut.
Catch Wrestler wants a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bjj Catch Wrestler. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sitsongrit lands a body shot in the clinch.
Sitsongrit lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Sitsongrit.
Catch Wrestler wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
A short right from Sitsongrit on the inside.
Sitsongrit lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Sitsongrit is pressed up against the cage. Catch Wrestler has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Sitsongrit down to the mat. Sitsongrit avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Petchuanglek Sitsongrit is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Catch Wrestler tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Sitsongrit paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Catch Wrestler misses with a takedown attempt
enabling Sitsongrit to counter with a crisp jab.
Catch Wrestler shoots for a double leg takedown but Sitsongrit sprawls well. He's pushed Catch Wrestler's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Catch Wrestler shoots for a double leg takedown but Sitsongrit sprawls well. He's pushed Catch Wrestler's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. #T2#
A nice leg kick lands there from Sitsongrit.
Catch Wrestler tries to clinch
and Sitsongrit counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Sitsongrit fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Catch Wrestler has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Sitsongrit circles away from the clinch attempt.
Sitsongrit throws an overhand right that lands on Catch Wrestler's shoulder, as Catch Wrestler tries to avoid the shot.
Sitsongrit lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Decent striking displayed by Sitsongrit there.
Sitsongrit fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler fails with the takedown
and Sitsongrit counters with a solid body kick. #TD#
Catch Wrestler shoots in and bounces Sitsongrit off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.#ES2#
Sitsongrit uses the cage to get back to his feet. #T3#
Sitsongrit with a nice calf kick.
Catch Wrestler tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Sitsongrit defends well and Catch Wrestler ends up having to push Sitsongrit into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Sitsongrit tries a quick counter leg kick but Catch Wrestler is wise to it.
Sitsongrit misses with a hook. Catch Wrestler ducked under it nicely.
Catch Wrestler attempts a counter takedown but Sitsongrit avoids it well and moves away.
Sitsongrit buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Sitsongrit connects with a body shot that sends Catch Wrestler's belly button to the back.
Catch Wrestler takes a jab right on the kisser.
Sitsongrit throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Sitsongrit lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Sitsongrit with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Catch Wrestler is looking to clinch but Sitsongrit is avoiding it.
Sitsongrit throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Catch Wrestler shoots in and drives through. Sitsongrit sprawls well.
Sitsongrit lands the left hand.#T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sitsongrit swings for the body but Catch Wrestler moves out of range.
Catch Wrestler attempts a counter takedown but Sitsongrit avoids it well and moves away.
Catch Wrestler drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Catch Wrestler uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Sitsongrit.
Catch Wrestler throws a head kick that misses
and Sitsongrit connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Sitsongrit moves away from the strike by Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Catch Wrestler slips a straight right by Sitsongrit.
Catch Wrestler tries to counter with a takedown but Sitsongrit is quick to defend against it.
Sitsongrit looks to score with a jab to the body but Catch Wrestler is just out of range.
Catch Wrestler takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Catch Wrestler swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Sitsongrit. Catch Wrestler shrugs it off though.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Sitsongrit waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler moves out of range as Sitsongrit strikes.
Sitsongrit throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Sitsongrit lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Petchuanglek Sitsongrit dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Catch Wrestler takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Catch Wrestler takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Catch Wrestler really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Catch Wrestler shoots for a double leg takedown but Sitsongrit sprawls well. He's pushed Catch Wrestler's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
An inside leg kick lands from Sitsongrit.
Catch Wrestler shoots in looking for a takedown. Sitsongrit tries to sprawl out of it but Catch Wrestler keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Sitsongrit manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
A jab lands there for Catch Wrestler.
Good leg kick by Sitsongrit.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sitsongrit scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Catch Wrestler tries to close the distance and clinch up but Sitsongrit swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Sitsongrit avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Sitsongrit's jab looks to have found its range, popping Catch Wrestler under the eye.
Catch Wrestler fails in his attempt to clinch. #T1#
Sitsongrit misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Catch Wrestler.
Sitsongrit lands with a good body shot.
Catch Wrestler avoids the body shot from Sitsongrit.
Catch Wrestler tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Sitsongrit defends well and Catch Wrestler ends up having to push Sitsongrit into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bjj Catch Wrestler. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sitsongrit dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Catch Wrestler. That did some damage!
Catch Wrestler darts in trying to clinch
and Sitsongrit counters with a body kick that stops Catch Wrestler in his tracks momentarily.
Catch Wrestler moves out of range of the body kick.
Sitsongrit throws a shot to the body.
Catch Wrestler defending well as Sitsongrit loads up on a big left hand.
Sitsongrit uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Catch Wrestler.
Sitsongrit tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Catch Wrestler was well out of range. Poor timing from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit throws a quick inside leg kick.
Sitsongrit works Catch Wrestler's body with a nice hook.
Catch Wrestler misses with a takedown attempt - Sitsongrit sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Sitsongrit has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T2#
Sitsongrit fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Catch Wrestler is out of range.
Sitsongrit moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Catch Wrestler shoots in but Sitsongrit avoids the takedown attempt easily.
A slapping leg kick lands for Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit lands a lovely overhand right.
Catch Wrestler shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Sitsongrit as he jumps to the side.
Petchuanglek Sitsongrit seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Catch Wrestler throws a poor cross that misses
letting Sitsongrit counter with a right hand.
Catch Wrestler darts in looking for a takedown but Sitsongrit gets double underhooks and turns Catch Wrestler into the cage.
A nice leg kick from Sitsongrit, right into the meat of the thigh.
Sitsongrit throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Sitsongrit throws a hook to the side of Catch Wrestler's head but Catch Wrestler sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T3#
Sitsongrit stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.#CL2#
Sitsongrit moves into range and clinches up with Catch Wrestler.
Sitsongrit digs a right hand underneath Catch Wrestler's ribcage. Catch Wrestler let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Sitsongrit lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler is trying to drag Sitsongrit to the mat but Sitsongrit just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Nice body punch from Sitsongrit - that landed with a thud.
Sitsongrit is leaning against Catch Wrestler and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Sitsongrit lands a right hand.
Sitsongrit lands a right hand.
A right hand to the body from Sitsongrit.
A nice right hand lands inside from Sitsongrit.
Catch Wrestler's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Sitsongrit lands a shot to the body.#BC2#
Sitsongrit breaks from the clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Both fighters circling a little - Sitsongrit finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Catch Wrestler moves forwards but Sitsongrit connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Sitsongrit stuffs the takedown.#T4#
Catch Wrestler fails with the takedown.
Sitsongrit chopping away at his opponent's legs. #TD#
Catch Wrestler shoots in and gets a takedown into Sitsongrit's guard.
Sitsongrit pulls Catch Wrestler in close to prevent any damage.
Catch Wrestler won't allow Sitsongrit to get back to his feet.
Catch Wrestler throwing strikes from guard but Sitsongrit blocks nicely.
Sitsongrit manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Catch Wrestler manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sitsongrit slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Petchuanglek Sitsongrit showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Catch Wrestler's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Sitsongrit moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Petchuanglek Sitsongrit is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Sitsongrit fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Catch Wrestler looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Sitsongrit fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Catch Wrestler manages to avoid it.
Catch Wrestler looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Sitsongrit is fending him off so far but Catch Wrestler persists. Nope, Sitsongrit circles away and we're back to standing.
Sitsongrit chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Sitsongrit throws a big shot that misses.
Catch Wrestler shoots in but no luck this time.
Catch Wrestler moves forwards but Sitsongrit connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Catch Wrestler throws a body punch but Sitsongrit moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Catch Wrestler tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Sitsongrit defends well and Catch Wrestler ends up having to push Sitsongrit into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bjj Catch Wrestler. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Catch Wrestler walks into a stiff left hand from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit digs a good hook to Catch Wrestler's body.
Catch Wrestler shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Sitsongrit pinned against the cage. Sitsongrit gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #T1#
Sitsongrit misses with a looping right.
Catch Wrestler needs to keep his hands up - Sitsongrit had a free shot at his head there.
Catch Wrestler changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Sitsongrit tries to avoid it but Catch Wrestler manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Sitsongrit to the ground. Sitsongrit escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Catch Wrestler tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Sitsongrit counters with a slapping leg kick.
Sitsongrit throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Catch Wrestler misses with a hook
enabling Sitsongrit to counter with a crisp jab.
Sitsongrit lands a slapping body shot.
Catch Wrestler shoots and misses
and Sitsongrit counters with a solid body kick.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Sitsongrit connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Sitsongrit cracks Catch Wrestler with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Catch Wrestler tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
A solid leg kick lands there for Sitsongrit.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sitsongrit with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Catch Wrestler tries for a takedown but Sitsongrit sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.#T2#
Sitsongrit connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Catch Wrestler will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Sitsongrit connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Catch Wrestler momentarily.
Sitsongrit throws a shot to the body.
Catch Wrestler misses with an uppercut
and Sitsongrit makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Catch Wrestler is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Good shot there by Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Catch Wrestler gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Sitsongrit counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A solid leg kick lands there for Sitsongrit.
Catch Wrestler closes this distance looking for a takedown but Sitsongrit circles away.
Catch Wrestler tries for a takedown but Sitsongrit sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Catch Wrestler fails to land the takedown.
Sitsongrit feints and then cracks Catch Wrestler's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Catch Wrestler down. #T3#
Sitsongrit lands a nice hook to Catch Wrestler's body. Catch Wrestler takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Sitsongrit slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Sitsongrit connects with a solid leg kick.
A nice inside leg kick there by Sitsongrit. That's going to slow Catch Wrestler down.
Catch Wrestler closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Sitsongrit lands a leg kick that knocks Catch Wrestler off balance momentarily.
Sitsongrit turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Sitsongrit connects with a leg kick.
Bjj Catch Wrestler has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Catch Wrestler moves out of range of the body kick from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Sitsongrit throws out a loose jab but Catch Wrestler uses good head movement to avoid it.
Sitsongrit jabs Catch Wrestler right on the nose. Catch Wrestler blinks but takes it well.
Catch Wrestler tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Sitsongrit swivels and escapes.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Catch Wrestler shoots in and drives through. Sitsongrit sprawls well.
Sitsongrit tries a quick counter leg kick but Catch Wrestler is wise to it.
Sitsongrit chopping away at his opponent's legs. #T4#
Catch Wrestler takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Catch Wrestler closes this distance looking for a takedown but Sitsongrit circles away.
Catch Wrestler takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Sitsongrit scores with a decent looking hook.
Sitsongrit feints and then cracks Catch Wrestler's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Catch Wrestler down.
Catch Wrestler takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Sitsongrit feints and then cracks Catch Wrestler's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Catch Wrestler down.
Catch Wrestler gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Sitsongrit makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Catch Wrestler takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Catch Wrestler takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
That kick from Sitsongrit tenderised Catch Wrestler's leg. Catch Wrestler is trying to keep his angry face on.
Sitsongrit connects with a right hand. Catch Wrestler shakes it off.
Good standup being displayed there by Sitsongrit as he connects with a hook.

And that's the end of the fight!
Petchuanglek Sitsongrit comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Sitsongrit 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 Russell Pearce scores the fight 25:30
Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight 25:30
Judge John Roberts scores the fight 26:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Petchuanglek Sitsongrit!

 

Event: Madness 50     
Date:   May 30, 2020
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Lavigne throws an overhand right that lands on Catch Wrestler's shoulder, as Catch Wrestler tries to avoid the shot.
Catch Wrestler shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Lavigne as he avoids it easily.
Catch Wrestler misses with a body punch
letting Lavigne counter with a right hand.
Catch Wrestler misses with a body shot.
Lavigne is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Catch Wrestler misses with a straight right.
A punch combination from Catch Wrestler misses.
Lavigne fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Lavigne fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
We've been told by Lavigne's head coaches at The Foundry that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Catch Wrestler looks to land a right hand but Lavigne moved out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice body punch from Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Catch Wrestler slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Catch Wrestler with a poor takedown
and Catch Wrestler takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Bjj Catch Wrestler seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Catch Wrestler fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
It looked like Lavigne wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Gervais Lavigne has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bjj Catch Wrestler.#T1#
Catch Wrestler on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Catch Wrestler staying out of range there.
Catch Wrestler rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Lavigne counters with a stiff right hand. #ROC#Catch Wrestler is rocked!
Lavigne cracks Catch Wrestler with a big right hand that sees him stumbling back against the cage! Catch Wrestler falls to his knees and Lavigne doesn't need a second invitatation - he rushes in and fires off several unanswered shots that force the referee to stop the fight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Gervais Lavigne!

 

Event: Madness BW Grand Prix RD1     
Date:   Apr 29, 2020
#R1#
Catch Wrestler gets cracked there but stands up to it. #CL#
Decimal closes the distance and clinches.
Decimal stalling the fight.
Decimal throws a knee to the head but misses. #TD2#
Catch Wrestler gets control of Decimal's arms and successfully pulls guard. Catch Wrestler will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Catch Wrestler is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Catch Wrestler is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB##SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is working for a submission of some sort.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Decimal actively working from the bottom here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Decimal actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Decimal actively working from the bottom here.#T1##SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is looking for a kimura but Decimal is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Catch Wrestler to get the leverage.
Decimal wants to control but Catch Wrestler is keeping busy.
Catch Wrestler working over Decimal with some ground and pound. Decimal looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#SUB#
Decimal actively working from the bottom here.
Decimal tries to get to full guard but Catch Wrestler has control of the leg.
Decimal throws a strike from the bottom that misses. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #SUB#
Decimal looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T2#
Catch Wrestler lands with a punch from half guard.
Decimal knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Catch Wrestler on the ground.
Catch Wrestler not doing much here.
Catch Wrestler thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Decimal sees it coming and defends easily.
Catch Wrestler is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Catch Wrestler wants to pass to mount but Decimal is defending the position. #SUB#
Decimal looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Decimal wants to improve his position but Catch Wrestler is controlling well.
Catch Wrestler passes to side control.
Catch Wrestler passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Decimal! #T3#
Decimal tries to hold on but Catch Wrestler pushes him away.
Catch Wrestler trying to control but Decimal is having none of it. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is working for a guillotine from mount but Decimal frees his head quite easily.
Catch Wrestler manages to capitalize on a mistake by Decimal to take his back!
Decimal is defending well here and trying to improve his position. #SUB2#
Decimal is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Catch Wrestler gets his way! #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler working for the rear naked choke here. He's got one arm under but Decimal is defending well. A couple of punches soften him up though and Catch Wrestler has tightened the hold! This one could be all over! It is! Decimal taps out!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Bjj Catch Wrestler!
Bjj Catch Wrestler very nearly forgot to thank Sportivité amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.

 

Event: Madness 40 Guns Out     
Date:   Mar 21, 2020
#R1#
Catch Wrestler shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Crusher makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Catch Wrestler throws a poor cross that misses
and Crusher counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
A swing and a miss from Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Crusher.
Crusher throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Catch Wrestler sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Catch Wrestler darts in looking for a takedown but Crusher gets double underhooks and turns Catch Wrestler into the cage.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Crusher! But no joy.
Catch Wrestler fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Crusher manages to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Catch Wrestler fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Crusher sprawls well initially but Catch Wrestler persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Catch Wrestler moves into full mount! Crusher won't be happy about that!
Crusher avoids a series of strikes thrown by Catch Wrestler. #T1#
Crusher is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler wants to finish this one by submission but Crusher is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Catch Wrestler.
Crusher is squirming around, avoiding Catch Wrestler's attempts to control the action. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler is working for a guillotine from mount but Crusher frees his head quite easily.
Crusher is squirming around, avoiding Catch Wrestler's attempts to control the action. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler has control of Crusher's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Crusher regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Catch Wrestler really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Catch Wrestler throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Crusher because Catch Wrestler loaded up on that one.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Crusher can do anything to dispel that myth.#T2#
Crusher tries to reverse the position but Catch Wrestler maintains control.
We've been hearing good reports from Catch Wrestler's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#SUB#
Catch Wrestler working for a guillotine from mount but Crusher is in no mood to give up.
Catch Wrestler wants to take Crusher's back but he can't do it this time. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Crusher is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Crusher and Catch Wrestler has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
What's Crusher going to do here then? He's in a bit of a pickle.#T3#
Catch Wrestler is looking to take a break and control but Crusher is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB#
Catch Wrestler thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Crusher 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.
Crusher tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SUB#
Catch Wrestler tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Both fighters take a look at the clock.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Catch Wrestler throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Bjj Catch Wrestler 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#
Catch Wrestler tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Crusher defends well and Catch Wrestler ends up having to push Crusher into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Catch Wrestler closes the distance and clinches up with Crusher, looking for a takedown. Catch Wrestler pushes Crusher against the cage but Crusher circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Catch Wrestler closes this distance looking for a takedown but Crusher circles away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bjj Catch Wrestler. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Catch Wrestler has a takedown stuffed.
A little jabbing left from Crusher on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Catch Wrestler misses with an uppercut.
Crusher scores with a body shot.
Catch Wrestler uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Crusher.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Crusher throws a lazy right hand but Catch Wrestler sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Catch Wrestler is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Crusher can do to turn this around?
Catch Wrestler has a takedown stuffed.
Crusher thows a left - swing and a miss! #T1#
Catch Wrestler darts in looking for a takedown but Crusher gets double underhooks and turns Catch Wrestler into the cage.
Catch Wrestler misses with a double jab
letting Crusher counter with a right hand.
Catch Wrestler is trying hard to land a takedown here. Crusher sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Crusher doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Catch Wrestler waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Crusher.
A countering left hand to the body from Crusher misses.
Crusher comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Catch Wrestler misses with a takedown attempt
and Crusher counters with a nice uppercut.
Catch Wrestler tries for a takedown but Crusher circles away easily
letting Crusher counter with a right hand.
Can Crusher seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Catch Wrestler takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#T2#
Catch Wrestler doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Crusher counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Crusher tests Catch Wrestler's chin there with a solid looking shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Crusher scores with a punch to the head.
Crusher connects with a looping right hand.
Catch Wrestler swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Crusher.
Crusher connects with a jab.
Catch Wrestler just misses with a punch to the body.
A little jabbing left from Crusher on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Crusher throws a right and a left that both miss.
Catch Wrestler closes this distance looking for a takedown but Crusher circles away.#T3#
Catch Wrestler works over Crusher's head and body with a nice combination.
Crusher scores with a nice strike.
Catch Wrestler misses with a takedown attempt
and Crusher makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Catch Wrestler misses with a right hand
and Crusher connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Catch Wrestler misses with a body shot
and Crusher counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bjj Catch Wrestler seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Catch Wrestler misses with a straight right.
A little jabbing left from Crusher on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Catch Wrestler darts in looking for a takedown but Crusher gets double underhooks and turns Catch Wrestler into the cage.
Catch Wrestler connects with a single shot there.
Catch Wrestler misses with a looping right.
Can Crusher is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Catch Wrestler looks to land a left hand but Crusher moved out of range nicely.
Crusher now looks to counter with a shot at the body.#T4#
Catch Wrestler is trying hard to land a takedown here. Crusher sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Catch Wrestler is trying hard to land a takedown here. Crusher sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Crusher throws out a counter right but Catch Wrestler avoids it with no problem.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Catch Wrestler fails with a takedown attempt.
Crusher now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Crusher connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Crusher throws a hook but Catch Wrestler avoids it easily.
Nice takedown defense from Crusher. No joy for Catch Wrestler on that attempt.
Catch Wrestler throws a series of punches but Crusher moves out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Can Crusher showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Catch Wrestler misses the shot to the body.
Catch Wrestler jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Crusher throws out a counter right but Catch Wrestler avoids it with no problem.
Catch Wrestler shoots in but Crusher avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Catch Wrestler darts in looking for a takedown but Crusher gets double underhooks and turns Catch Wrestler into the cage.
A big right from Catch Wrestler misses.
Crusher now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Catch Wrestler throws an overhand right that lands on Crusher's shoulder, as Crusher tries to avoid the shot.
Crusher's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Crusher duly obliges.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Catch Wrestler throws an overhand right that lands on Crusher's shoulder, as Crusher tries to avoid the shot.
Catch Wrestler throws a sloppy body shot
and Catch Wrestler takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #ROC2#
Catch Wrestler is rocked!
Crusher displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Catch Wrestler throws out the jab.
A little jabbing left from Crusher on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T1#
Catch Wrestler throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Crusher's waist but Crusher gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Catch Wrestler off to one side.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bjj Catch Wrestler. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Catch Wrestler ducks under a wild hook from Crusher.
Crusher with a nice cross.
Oh Catch Wrestler is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Catch Wrestler throws a right hand that misses
letting Crusher counter with a right hand.
Catch Wrestler throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Crusher counters with a deadly accurate combination that rocks Catch Wrestler badly! He tries to strike back but Crusher puts an end to that with another precision combo that knocks Catch Wrestler out cold! Oh man, Catch Wrestler will never hear the end of this one!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:28 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Can Crusher!

 

Event: Madness 35 Camoran vs Krylov     
Date:   Feb 15, 2020
#R1#
Bang scores with a nice strike.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Catch Wrestler is defended easily by Bang.
We've been hearing reports that Catch Wrestler has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Bang scores with a jab to the body.
Bang scores with a punch to the head.
Catch Wrestler throws a jab but it's blocked by Bang.
Bang throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Catch Wrestler misses the jab.
Bang stuns Catch Wrestler with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Bang lands a nice shot to the body.
Bang ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Catch Wrestler moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Catch Wrestler shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Catch Wrestler sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Bang defending well though.
Bang trying to hold on to Catch Wrestler's head to control him but Catch Wrestler postures up.
Bang is refusing to be controlled, as Catch Wrestler sits in half guard. #T1#
Catch Wrestler moves into full mount! Bang won't be happy about that!
Bang really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Bang blocking the ground and pound.
Bang tries to reverse the position but Catch Wrestler maintains control.#SUB#
Catch Wrestler is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Bang can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Catch Wrestler throws some wild stikes that Bang manages to avoid easily. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Bang has worked his arm free - good work by Bang!
You can see the frustration on Bang's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T2#
Bang is not content to let Catch Wrestler control the position.
Bang holds on to Catch Wrestler's head and controls the position momentarily.
Catch Wrestler tries to move to mount but Bang blocks the move with his legs.
Bang struggling a bit here.
Bang is looking to reverse the position.#SUB#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Catch Wrestler thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Bang is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #T3##SUB#
Catch Wrestler tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Catch Wrestler has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Bang wants to control but Catch Wrestler postures up.
Catch Wrestler trying to control the position but Bang is working away. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Bang has one of Catch Wrestler's arms on lockdown, trying to prevent him from doing any damage.
Bang can't do much from the bottom here. #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.#SUB#
Catch Wrestler working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
You can see the frustration on Bang's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Bang tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Catch Wrestler tries to advance to mount but can't. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler is trying to get an arm triangle but Bang is defending well.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
You can see the frustration on Bang's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Bjj Catch Wrestler dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Catch Wrestler throws the left hand but Bang avoids the punch easily.
Nice body punch from Bang.
Catch Wrestler takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Bang just misses with a punch to the body.
Catch Wrestler is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Bang.
Bang is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Catch Wrestler rather than just go for the knockout.
Bang misses the shot to the body.
Bang with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Bang fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Catch Wrestler looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Catch Wrestler shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Bang sprawls well. Bang wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Catch Wrestler gets slowly back to his feet.
Bang lands with a shot to the body.
Letme Bang seems to be getting the better of the standup.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bang fails to land with a series of punches.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Catch Wrestler.
Bang uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Catch Wrestler.
Bang keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A telegraphed right hand from Bang misses the target. #T1#
A punch combination from Bang misses.
Catch Wrestler is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Bang connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. #TD#
Catch Wrestler scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.#SUB#
Catch Wrestler working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Both fighters take a look at the clock.
Bang is trying to control Catch Wrestler's posture but Catch Wrestler avoids it. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T2#
Catch Wrestler postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Bang manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Bang seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bang is continuing to stall.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Catch Wrestler regains full guard. Nicely done. #T3##SUB#
Catch Wrestler is looking for a triangle but Bang pushes his legs off easily.
Catch Wrestler tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Bang controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Let's hope that Bang has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Bang.
Bjj Catch Wrestler overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Catch Wrestler 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.
Catch Wrestler looking to control.
Catch Wrestler 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.
Catch Wrestler bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Bang's guard. #REVR#
Catch Wrestler postures up in Bang's guard and throws a big left but Bang blocks it.
Bang looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bang preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Bang is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Our spies down at at Team Alpha Midget inform us that Bang has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Catch Wrestler stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Bang swivels though and keeps the full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Letme Bang 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. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Bang digs a good hook to Catch Wrestler's body.
Bang misses with a body shot.
Catch Wrestler takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Catch Wrestler tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bang was well out of range. Poor timing from Catch Wrestler.
Bang changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Catch Wrestler waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bang.
Catch Wrestler ducks right into an uppercut from Bang.
A looping hook to the body misses from Catch Wrestler. Bang does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bang scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Catch Wrestler moves away from the strike by Bang.
Catch Wrestler really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#TD#
Catch Wrestler scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Catch Wrestler throws an elbow but Bang slips to the side and avoids it well.
Bang can't do much from the bottom here.
Bang prevents Catch Wrestler from improving position. #T1#
Bang has one of Catch Wrestler's arms on lockdown, trying to prevent him from doing any damage.#SUB#
Catch Wrestler thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Bang can do anything to dispel that myth.
Bang holding on.
Catch Wrestler trying to control the action but Bang is working from the bottom.
Catch Wrestler misses with the ground and pound.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Bang wants to control but Catch Wrestler postures up.#SUB#
Catch Wrestler is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Bang is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Bang can't do much from the bottom here.
Bang stuck in half guard on the bottom here.
Bang wants to control but Catch Wrestler postures up.
Catch Wrestler will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Bang is looking for a sweep.
Bang struggling a bit here.#SUB#
Catch Wrestler tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Catch Wrestler has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Sloppy strikes there by Catch Wrestler.#T3#
Who's going to make the next move?#SUB#
Catch Wrestler is trying to get an arm triangle but Bang is defending well.
Bang controls the position for a moment.#SUB#
Catch Wrestler tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Catch Wrestler has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Bang sneaks back into half guard.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Bang holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Catch Wrestler is thwarting Bang's attempts to control the position.
Bang is trying is best to control the position here. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Catch Wrestler dives in and grabs Bang's left leg, looking for a takedown. Bang pushes down on Catch Wrestler's head and hops out.
Catch Wrestler misses with a series of wild punches.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bang throws a hook but Catch Wrestler avoids it easily.
Bang lands a jab to Catch Wrestler's midsection.
Catch Wrestler takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.

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 Bjj Catch Wrestler.
I think Catch Wrestler 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 Steve Smith scores the fight 29:28
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 29:28
Judge William Peck scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bjj Catch Wrestler!

Jumping up and down and very excited, Bjj Catch Wrestler waved his t-shirt featuring Sportivité's logo in front of the cameras.

 

Event: Madness Fright Night 21     
Date:   Jan 15, 2020
#R1#
Catch Wrestler misses with a hook
enabling Absame to counter with a crisp jab.
Catch Wrestler tries for a takedown but Absame circles away easily
and Absame connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A swing and a miss from Absame.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Catch Wrestler has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.#TD2#
Catch Wrestler changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Absame looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Absame tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SUB2#
Catch Wrestler wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Absame, who protects the arm well.
Catch Wrestler trying to control the action but Absame is working from the bottom.
Absame tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Catch Wrestler wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Catch Wrestler thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T1##SUB2#
Catch Wrestler thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is trying to get an arm triangle but Absame is defending well.
Catch Wrestler throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Absame manages to get back to half guard.
Absame is trying to get back to full guard.
Catch Wrestler is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Absame trying to control but Catch Wrestler postures up. #T2##SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Absame sees it coming and defends easily.
Absame is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Catch Wrestler is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Absame is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Absame blocking the ground and pound attempt from Catch Wrestler.
Absame might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Absame wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is looking for a kimura here.
Absame is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at The Forge, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Catch Wrestler working Absame over with strikes.
Catch Wrestler works his foot free and advances to mount. #T3#
Absame is trying desperately to improve position.
Catch Wrestler wants to take Absame's back but he can't do it this time. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Absame is in all sorts of trouble here. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Catch Wrestler landing strikes from the mount.
Absame tries to lock up and control but Catch Wrestler gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T4#
Catch Wrestler tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Catch Wrestler throwing shots from mount but they're not landing.
Catch Wrestler breaks from Absame's wrist control and lands an elbow.
Absame tries to reverse the position but Catch Wrestler maintains control.
Catch Wrestler takes Absame's back. Could be looking for a rear naked choke here - either way, Absame is in trouble. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Well, with Catch Wrestler on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Absame is tapping out... Can he escape the position?#SUB2#
Catch Wrestler patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
This has been an exciting period of action!
Absame manages to reverse the position and now he's in Catch Wrestler's guard. Nice work there by Absame. #SUB2#
Absame got a little sloppy there for a moment and Catch Wrestler has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Absame has managed to get both his arms back between Catch Wrestler's legs - danger averted.
Absame trying to control the position from guard on top but Catch Wrestler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Catch Wrestler trying to keep a closed guard but Absame is proving a slippery customer.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Bjj Catch Wrestler dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Catch Wrestler shoots in for a double leg but Absame sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Catch Wrestler tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Absame was well out of range. Poor timing from Catch Wrestler.
It looked like Absame wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Catch Wrestler throws a hook to the side of Absame's head but Absame sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#TD2#
Catch Wrestler shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Absame manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.#SUB#
Catch Wrestler avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Catch Wrestler trying to control but Absame is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Absame is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Catch Wrestler throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Absame works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Catch Wrestler trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Absame trying to keep a closed guard but Catch Wrestler is proving a slippery customer. #T1##SUB#
Absame is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Catch Wrestler is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Absame working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Catch Wrestler has passed into half guard! #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is looking for a kimura but Absame is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Catch Wrestler to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler 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.
Catch Wrestler prevents Absame from improving his position.
Bjj Catch Wrestler has got the better of the ground game so far.
Catch Wrestler is keen to just control but Absame is a slippery customer.#T2#
Absame tries to get to full guard but Catch Wrestler has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Absame doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Catch Wrestler.
Absame works his way to full guard. Good work.
Absame trying to control the position. #SUB#
Absame looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Catch Wrestler passes into half guard. #SUB2#
Absame is defending against the submission attempts here by Catch Wrestler. #T3##SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is looking for a kimura but Absame is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Catch Wrestler to get the leverage.
Absame works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB#
Absame throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB#
Absame escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Catch Wrestler gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Catch Wrestler passes Absame's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is working for a submission of some sort.
Catch Wrestler has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Catch Wrestler moves into full mount! Absame won't be happy about that! #T4#
Absame regains half guard.#SUB#
Absame looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Absame is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Catch Wrestler pulls his head out easily.
Absame is looking for a sweep. Catch Wrestler is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Catch Wrestler takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.#SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is looking for a kimura here.
Catch Wrestler prevents Absame from improving his position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Absame avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Catch Wrestler.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Bjj Catch Wrestler 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. This is the final round!
#R3#
Catch Wrestler looks to land a left hand but Absame moved out of range nicely.
Absame defending well as Catch Wrestler loads up on a big left hand.
Absame swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Absame slips a straight right by Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Absame connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Catch Wrestler throws a body shot but no joy.
Absame seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Catch Wrestler throws a poor cross that misses
and Absame counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Catch Wrestler shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Absame counters with a lovely straight right hand!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Catch Wrestler changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Absame tries to avoid it but Catch Wrestler manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Absame to the ground. Absame escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Catch Wrestler with a poor takedown
and Catch Wrestler takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Ade Absame has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bjj Catch Wrestler.#T1##TD2#
Catch Wrestler closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Absame to the mat! Absame manages to get full guard.
Absame throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
Catch Wrestler works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Catch Wrestler controlling the action here.#SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is working for a submission of some sort.
Catch Wrestler takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#SUB#
Absame actively working from the bottom here.
Absame wants to improve his position but Catch Wrestler is controlling well. #SUB#
Absame actively working from the bottom here.#T2#
Catch Wrestler is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Absame to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Absame shrugs it off. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler has control of Absame's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Absame regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Absame 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.
Catch Wrestler throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Absame is just riding it out for now. Catch Wrestler eventually gives up the hold.
Absame is looking for a sweep. Catch Wrestler is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T3##SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is trying to work for a kimura but Absame is defending well.
Absame manages to get to full guard.
Catch Wrestler trying to control but Absame is working from the bottom.
Bjj Catch Wrestler is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#SUB2#
Catch Wrestler has gone for a leg lock! Absame slips out almost immediately though and dives into Catch Wrestler's guard.#REVR#
Absame advances position into side control!
Catch Wrestler throws a couple of strikes even though he's not really in a good position to do so.
Ade Absame has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Absame throws an elbow but Catch Wrestler slips to the side and avoids it well.#T4#
Catch Wrestler manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Catch Wrestler is trying to control. Absame wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Absame trying to get back to full guard but Catch Wrestler takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!
Catch Wrestler controlling the position easily from mount.
Absame prevents Catch Wrestler from taking his back.
Catch Wrestler controlling from mount.
Absame is trying desperately to improve position.
Absame tries to improve his position but instead Catch Wrestler has taken his back!
Catch Wrestler is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.

And that's the end of the fight!
Bjj Catch Wrestler comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Catch Wrestler 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 Gregory Folan scores the fight 27:30
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 27:30
Judge Yves DeLean scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bjj Catch Wrestler!

 

Event: Madness Insanity 17     
Date:   Dec 15, 2019
#R1#
Sanders takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#TD2#
Sanders drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Sanders preventing the sweep.
Sanders pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Catch Wrestler is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler working for a triangle but Sanders defends it easily.
Catch Wrestler seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Catch Wrestler has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Sanders has passed into side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Catch Wrestler takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Catch Wrestler can't do much from the bottom here.
Sanders fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Catch Wrestler is looking for a sweep.
Sanders has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T1#
Sloppy strikes there by Sanders.
Sanders trying to control the position but Catch Wrestler is working away.
Catch Wrestler is trying to improve his position.
Sanders postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Sanders working the ground and pound but Catch Wrestler is defending the strikes.
Catch Wrestler trying his best to control but Sanders has mounted him.
Sanders lands a heavy elbow.
Catch Wrestler wants to hold on but Sanders pushes him away.
Catch Wrestler really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Catch Wrestler keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Sanders trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Sanders postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Catch Wrestler looks a forlorn figure.
Catch Wrestler can't escape the position. #T2#
Sanders lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
Sanders thuds his fist into the canvas! Oooouch!
Catch Wrestler tries to reverse the position but Sanders maintains control.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Sanders breaks from Catch Wrestler's wrist control and lands an elbow.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sanders scores with a couple of good head shots there.
My spies in Star Studded Beef inform me that Sanders has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Catch Wrestler bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Catch Wrestler trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T3##SUB2#
Sanders throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB2#
Sanders is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Catch Wrestler passes Sanders's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Catch Wrestler trying to control from half guard but Sanders is working away.
Sanders tries to roll over but Catch Wrestler keeps him under control.
Catch Wrestler thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Sanders wants to control but Catch Wrestler is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Sanders manages to get to full guard. #T4#
Sanders working a defensive guard here.
Catch Wrestler postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Catch Wrestler advances position into side control!
Sanders is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Catch Wrestler's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Catch Wrestler looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Catch Wrestler thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Sanders's head. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler seems to be looking for submissions.
Sanders trying to hold on to Catch Wrestler's head to control him but Catch Wrestler postures up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Bernie Sanders dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Sanders tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Catch Wrestler was well out of range. Poor timing from Sanders.
Sanders uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Catch Wrestler.
Sanders changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Catch Wrestler throws a series of punches but Sanders avoids them all with ease.
Catch Wrestler misses with an uppercut
and Sanders counters with a three punch combo that has Catch Wrestler backing up. Catch Wrestler nods at Sanders to acknowledge the strikes.
Sanders defending well as Catch Wrestler loads up on a big left hand.
A looping hook to the body misses from Catch Wrestler. Sanders does a little dance to reset his feet.
Sanders displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Catch Wrestler throws out the jab. #TD2#
Catch Wrestler gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Sanders to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Sanders trying to control but Catch Wrestler is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Catch Wrestler tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Catch Wrestler has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Sanders has passed into side control.
Bernie Sanders has got the better of the ground game so far.
Catch Wrestler trying to remain calm as Sanders controls from the top position.#T1#
Catch Wrestler is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Sanders off and has taken his back!
Sanders breaks Catch Wrestler's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler is looking for a triangle but Sanders pushes his legs off easily.
Catch Wrestler keeping moving, preventing Sanders from controlling successfully.
Sanders stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Catch Wrestler swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Catch Wrestler tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Sanders stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Catch Wrestler swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler working for a triangle but Sanders defends it easily.
Catch Wrestler looking to hit a scissor sweep but Sanders is one step ahead there. #T2#
Sanders content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Catch Wrestler wants to improve his position but instead Sanders has moved into half guard. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler looking for submissions off his back.
Sanders not doing much here.
Sanders lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Catch Wrestler is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Sanders jumps into side control!#T3#
Catch Wrestler is looking for a sweep.
Catch Wrestler is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Sanders is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Catch Wrestler has escaped the position, nice work there.
Catch Wrestler tries to bench press Sanders off him but Sanders keeps the position.
Sanders wants to lay and pray for a moment but Catch Wrestler keeps working.
Catch Wrestler is looking to regain half guard here but Sanders keeps moving and retains side control. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Sanders remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while.
Catch Wrestler is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Catch Wrestler managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Sanders.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Catch Wrestler tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Catch Wrestler stops Sanders from passing to mount.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Bernie Sanders showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R3#
Catch Wrestler avoids a punch combination nicely.
Sanders fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Catch Wrestler misses the shot to the body.
Catch Wrestler throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Sanders sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Catch Wrestler ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sanders moves away.
Sanders scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#TD#
Catch Wrestler drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Sanders has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #SUB2#
Sanders working for a triangle but Catch Wrestler defends it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Catch Wrestler wants to control from the top but Sanders keeps moving. #T1#
Sanders is trying to control the position but Catch Wrestler postures up.
Catch Wrestler will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Sanders might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Catch Wrestler haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Catch Wrestler throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Sanders wants to sweep but no luck.
Sanders trying to control the position.
Catch Wrestler wants to control from the top but Sanders keeps moving.
Catch Wrestler pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Sanders is keeping the position for now. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Sanders lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Catch Wrestler is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB#
Catch Wrestler looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Sanders postures up in Catch Wrestler's guard and throws a big left but Catch Wrestler blocks it.
Sanders throwing strikes but missing. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Sanders is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Catch Wrestler looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#SUB#
Catch Wrestler escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Sanders gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Catch Wrestler utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #T3#
Catch Wrestler working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Sanders.
Catch Wrestler looking for a sweep. Not yet Catch Wrestler, not yet.
Sanders content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Sanders pushes down on Catch Wrestler's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Sanders is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Nice strikes from Sanders there.
Catch Wrestler is refusing to be controlled, as Sanders sits in half guard.
Catch Wrestler manages to get to full guard. #SUB#
Sanders avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #T4#
Sanders trying to control the position from guard on top but Catch Wrestler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Catch Wrestler looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Catch Wrestler controls Sanders momentarily but Sanders frees himself.
Sanders throwing strikes but missing.
Catch Wrestler working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Sanders.
Sanders throws a big right hand that misses.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sanders is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Sanders tries to free his leg and advance position but Catch Wrestler is retaining full guard.
Sanders throwing strikes but missing.
Sanders sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Catch Wrestler's guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Bernie Sanders really dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R4##TD#
Catch Wrestler throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Sanders was covering up waiting for the punch and Catch Wrestler finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Sanders has Catch Wrestler pulled in close to control his posture. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler drops back, looking for a kneebar! Sanders looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Sanders looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Sanders! #REVB#
Sanders trying to control the position but Catch Wrestler is working away.
Sanders throwing shots but missing, from side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Catch Wrestler tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Catch Wrestler manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Sanders prevents Catch Wrestler from improving his position.#T1#
Sanders landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Sanders thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Catch Wrestler's head. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler looking for submissions off his back.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.
Catch Wrestler avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Sanders.
Sanders thows a huge punch but Catch Wrestler dodges it nicely. #SUB2#
Sanders is looking for a kimura but Catch Wrestler is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Sanders to get the leverage. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Catch Wrestler has a hand on Sanders's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Sanders takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!#T2#
Sanders with shots to the head and body - Catch Wrestler looks very uncomfortable down there.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sanders punishing his opponent with strikes.
Sanders controlling from mount.
Sanders avoids the attempt from Catch Wrestler to control.
Catch Wrestler tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Sanders has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Catch Wrestler's face.
Catch Wrestler is desperately trying to improve his position but Sanders has a good base and remains in mount.
Sanders raining down shots from the mount!#T3#
Sanders unloads with some shots from mount but Catch Wrestler bucks and avoids them well.
Sanders lands a big shot there that rocks Catch Wrestler but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Catch Wrestler is working to get back to half guard.
Sanders throwing strikes here but Catch Wrestler is writhing around nicely and avoiding any serious damage.
Sanders controlling the pace for now.
Catch Wrestler is squirming around, avoiding Sanders's attempts to control the action.
Catch Wrestler is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Sanders 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.
Sanders has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Sanders wants to control the pace but Catch Wrestler is squirming around nicely.
Sanders looking to control and managing it successfully. #T4#
Catch Wrestler is working to get back to half guard.
Sanders working away from the top, dropping strikes.
Catch Wrestler is in all sorts of trouble here. #SUB2#
Sanders working for a guillotine from mount but Catch Wrestler is in no mood to give up.
Catch Wrestler is flailing around like a fish out of water, trying to land strikes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Bernie Sanders dominated that fourth round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R5##CL2#
Sanders gets a clinch.
Sanders lands a body shot in the clinch. #TD2#
Sanders gets a trip takedown into half guard.
Sanders trying to control from half guard but Catch Wrestler is working away.
Sanders missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Catch Wrestler wants to control but Sanders is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Catch Wrestler gets back to full guard.
Sanders throwing strikes from guard but Catch Wrestler blocks nicely.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Sanders accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Catch Wrestler avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Sanders cracks Catch Wrestler with a solid left hand.
Sanders sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T1#
Sanders is looking to work some ground and pound but Catch Wrestler has wrist control.
Sanders stopping the sweep attempt from Catch Wrestler.
Sanders slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Sanders defends well.#SUB#
Catch Wrestler throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.
Sanders working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Catch Wrestler's head.
Sanders passes Catch Wrestler's left leg - he's now in half guard. #T2#
Sanders with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Catch Wrestler is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Sanders's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Sanders's back!#SUB#
Catch Wrestler is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Sanders knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Sanders for a finish.
Catch Wrestler avoiding Sanders 's attempts to control his hands. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler working for the choke.
Sanders trying to control but not successfully. #T3##SUB#
Sanders defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Catch Wrestler's arms.
Sanders just trying to survive but Catch Wrestler is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Bjj Catch Wrestler has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#SUB#
Catch Wrestler is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts. #SUB#
Sanders fending off the submission attempt from Catch Wrestler.
Sanders rolls, trying to escape but Catch Wrestler keeps control of the position. #T4#
Sanders turns into Catch Wrestler and is now in his guard.
Sanders throwing strikes but missing.
Sanders works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Sanders not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Bernie Sanders is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Catch Wrestler makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Catch Wrestler.
Sanders trying to control the position from guard on top but Catch Wrestler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Sanders gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sanders slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Bernie Sanders.
Well Sanders 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Lou da Vinci scores the fight 45:50
Judge John Roberts scores the fight 45:50
Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight 45:50

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bernie Sanders!

Bernie Sanders is the new bantamweight champion!

 

Event: Madness 23 Crab vs Moru 2     
Date:   Nov 24, 2019
#R1#
Decimal tries to clinch but Catch Wrestler moves out of range.
Decimal takes one to the chin there.
A looping hook to the body misses from Catch Wrestler. Decimal does a little dance to reset his feet.
Catch Wrestler swats away the attempt to clinch by Decimal.
Catch Wrestler definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Nice defenses there by Decimal.
Catch Wrestler avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Decimal doesn't manage to clinch there - Catch Wrestler circles away.
Catch Wrestler tries to counter with a takedown but Decimal is quick to defend against it.
The fight stays on the outside here - Decimal looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#TD#
Decimal gets caught napping as Catch Wrestler dives in and scores a takedown. Decimal manages to retain guard.
Decimal keeping moving, preventing Catch Wrestler from controlling successfully.
Catch Wrestler trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Catch Wrestler won't allow Decimal to get back to his feet. #T1#
Catch Wrestler advances position into side control!
Catch Wrestler trying to control the action but Decimal is working from the bottom.
Decimal gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there!
Catch Wrestler takes his opponent's back. Perhaps a chance to lock up a rear naked choke here. #SUB#
Decimal won't enjoy being in this position. Catch Wrestler looking for the choke. Oh... he's slipped the arm under the neck - Decimal is tapping - it's over boys! Catch Wrestler picks up the submission victory!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Bjj Catch Wrestler!

 

Event: Madness Fright Night 10     
Date:   Oct 20, 2019
#R1#
Hlaalu throws out a loose jab but Catch Wrestler uses good head movement to avoid it.
Catch Wrestler wants to counter with a clinch but Hlaalu pushes him away.
Catch Wrestler misses with a hook to the body
and Hlaalu counters with a straight right hand.
Bjj Catch Wrestler seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Catch Wrestler tries to clinch but Hlaalu moves out of range.
Hlaalu is looking to counter punch.
Catch Wrestler is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Catch Wrestler shoots in for a double leg but Hlaalu sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.#TD2#
Catch Wrestler looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.#SUB2#
Catch Wrestler seems to be working for a kimura but Hlaalu defends the submission attempt.
Hlaalu is refusing to be controlled, as Catch Wrestler sits in half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is working for a kimura but Hlaalu is defending it quite comfortably.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Hlaalu looking for submissions off his back.
Hlaalu is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Hlaalu definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#T1##SUB#
Catch Wrestler moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Hlaalu.
Catch Wrestler working away.
Hlaalu tries to improve position but can't. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is trying to get an arm triangle but Hlaalu is defending well.
Hlaalu tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Catch Wrestler wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Catch Wrestler creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Hlaalu sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Hlaalu trying his best to control but Catch Wrestler has mounted him.
Hlaalu is in a horrible position here, under a barrage of strikes, he's managing to avoid any damage.
Catch Wrestler thowing strikes but they're hitting the gloves, not doing any damage.
Catch Wrestler prevents Hlaalu from getting the reversal.
Hlaalu knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Catch Wrestler on the ground.#SUB2#
Catch Wrestler jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Hlaalu manages to avoid the submission attempt. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #T2#
Hlaalu is looking for a sweep.
Catch Wrestler is looking to take a break and control but Hlaalu is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Catch Wrestler looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hlaalu is looking for a sweep.
Hlaalu is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Catch Wrestler tries for a kimura but Hlaalu is defending well.
Hlaalu can't do much from the bottom here.
Hlaalu tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Catch Wrestler wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Catch Wrestler has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
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!
Catch Wrestler tries to advance to mount but Hlaalu denies him. #T3#
Hlaalu is looking for a sweep.
Hlaalu is trying to control Catch Wrestler's posture but Catch Wrestler avoids it.
Catch Wrestler advances to full mount.
Hlaalu is working to get back to half guard.
Hlaalu has given up his back - I don’t know if this is a deliberate ploy to try and escape or if he is just struggling down there.
Catch Wrestler controlling well, preventing Hlaalu from escaping the position. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Hlaalu tries to break free. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler looking for the RNC.
Hlaalu is trying to break free. #T4##SUB2#
Hlaalu defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Hlaalu trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble. #SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Hlaalu defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Catch Wrestler avoiding Hlaalu 's attempts to control his hands.
Hlaalu is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.#SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is persistently looking for the submission but Hlaalu is defending it well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Bjj Catch Wrestler dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Catch Wrestler falls off balance throwing a combination
letting Hlaalu counter with a right hand. #CL#
Hlaalu has managed to clinch.
Hlaalu lands with a light punch inside.
Hlaalu lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
A shot in the inside from Hlaalu.
Catch Wrestler jumps guard but Hlaalu turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Hlaalu lands a body shot.
Hlaalu scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Catch Wrestler fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Catch Wrestler is trying to pull guard but Hlaalu turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Eno Hlaalu has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bjj Catch Wrestler.
Hlaalu digs a right hand into Catch Wrestler's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Catch Wrestler's gas tank.
Hlaalu lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Hlaalu lands a left hand.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A short left from Hlaalu.
Still in the clinch, Hlaalu scores with a nice short uppercut.
Hlaalu lands a body punch in the clinch.
Catch Wrestler is breathing heavily.
Catch Wrestler drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Hlaalu lands a shot to the body.#T1#
Good body shot from Hlaalu.
Hlaalu lands a shot to the body.
Good body shot from Hlaalu.
Hlaalu throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Catch Wrestlers head.
Hlaalu scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Hlaalu lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A right hook to the body lands for Hlaalu.
A short right from Hlaalu on the inside.
Nice body punch from Hlaalu - that landed with a thud.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Hlaalu creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Hlaalu throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Hlaalu lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Catch Wrestler backwards.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hlaalu lands a nice shot to the body.
Catch Wrestler wants to break free but Hlaalu has control.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Hlaalu.
Hlaalu is working Catch Wrestler over against the cage.
Hlaalu pushes Catch Wrestler back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#T2#
A short right from Hlaalu.
Hlaalu presses Catch Wrestler against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Hlaalu lands a body punch in the clinch.
Hlaalu works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Hlaalu lands a nice uppercut.
Catch Wrestler is looking to take this one to the mat.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Hlaalu.
A left hand lands to the body for Hlaalu.
Catch Wrestler takes a shot to the head.
Hlaalu working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Catch Wrestler tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Hlaalu smiles and moves away.
Hlaalu digs a good hook to Catch Wrestler's body.
Hlaalu digs a good body shot into Catch Wrestler's ribs.
Catch Wrestler avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#TD2#
Catch Wrestler bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.#T3#
Hlaalu tries to buck Catch Wrestler off but Catch Wrestler is having none of it.
Hlaalu wants to control but Catch Wrestler postures up.#SUB2#
Catch Wrestler looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Hlaalu is trying to improve his position.
Hlaalu manages to get back to half guard.
Hlaalu moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Hlaalu looking to control but Catch Wrestler passes into half guard. #SUB#
Hlaalu looking for submissions off his back.
Bjj Catch Wrestler has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB#
Hlaalu looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T4##SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is looking for a kimura but Hlaalu is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Catch Wrestler to get the leverage.
Catch Wrestler tries to pass the half guard into mount. Hlaalu knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Hlaalu is doing well to control the position and prevent Catch Wrestler from advancing to side control.#SUB2#
Catch Wrestler seems to be working for a kimura but Hlaalu defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Hlaalu looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Hlaalu wants to get back to full guard.
Catch Wrestler wants to take a breather but Hlaalu is having none of it. #SUB#
Hlaalu actively working from the bottom here.
Catch Wrestler moves into full mount! Hlaalu won't be happy about that!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Eno Hlaalu dominated that second 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. And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Catch Wrestler avoids the body shot from Hlaalu.
Hlaalu misses with a straight right. #TD2#
Catch Wrestler changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Hlaalu looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Hlaalu tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Hlaalu manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Hlaalu tries to pass to full mount but Catch Wrestler defends it. #SUB#
Hlaalu is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Catch Wrestler sees it coming and defends easily.
Catch Wrestler moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Catch Wrestler is on top in guard. #REVB#
Hlaalu is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Hlaalu keeping full guard, as Catch Wrestler tries to pass. #T1##SUB#
Hlaalu escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Catch Wrestler gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Hlaalu looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#SUB#
Hlaalu throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB#
Hlaalu looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Catch Wrestler passes easily into side control. Nice work.#SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Hlaalu knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Catch Wrestler trying to control the position but Hlaalu is working away. #T2#
Hlaalu tries to buck Catch Wrestler off but Catch Wrestler is having none of it.
Catch Wrestler working away.#SUB2#
Catch Wrestler has an Americana. Hlaalu didn't react quickly enough there and he's in big trouble now! He tries to squirm out but is forced to tap! Catch Wrestler is delighted and gyrates in front of the ring girls. They seem to like the attention - it'll be interesting to see if Catch Wrestler hooks up with any of them at the after show party.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:44 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Bjj Catch Wrestler!

 

Event: Madness Clown Chaos 6     
Date:   Oct 06, 2019
#R1#
Catch Wrestler throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Decimal! But no joy.
No luck for Catch Wrestler with that takedown attempt. #TD#
Catch Wrestler shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Decimal really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Catch Wrestler. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Catch Wrestler is trying to work for a kimura but Decimal is defending well. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler is looking for a kimura here. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler is working for a kimura but Decimal is defending it quite comfortably.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Catch Wrestler prevents Decimal from standing back up. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Decimal sees it coming and defends easily.
Catch Wrestler prevents Decimal from standing back up.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Decimal can do anything to dispel that myth.#T1##SUB#
Catch Wrestler is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Decimal sees it coming and defends easily.
Decimal wants to get back to his feet.#SUB#
Catch Wrestler is looking for a kimura here.
Decimal pushes Catch Wrestler off looking to stand but Catch Wrestler dives back in and keeps control.
Catch Wrestler will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB#
Catch Wrestler is working for a submission of some sort.
Decimal wants to get back to his feet.#ES2#
Decimal makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!#T2#
Decimal is looking to clinch.
Catch Wrestler is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Decimal.
Decimal tries to clinch but Catch Wrestler moves out of range. #CL2#
Decimal has closed the distance and engaged Catch Wrestler in a clinch.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Catch Wrestler fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Catch Wrestler tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Decimal smiles and moves away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bjj Catch Wrestler. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Decimal tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Catch Wrestler paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Decimal tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Catch Wrestler manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Decimal fails in his attempt to clinch. #CL2#
Decimal moves into the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Decimal fails to land.
Decimal misses with some punches.
Catch Wrestler is trying to drag Decimal to the mat but Decimal just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Catch Wrestler blocks an uppercut.
Decimal softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Catch Wrestler blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Catch Wrestler fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Decimal throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Catch Wrestlers head.
Decimal dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.#T3#
Decimal lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Catch Wrestler blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Decimal misses with the head strike.
Catch Wrestler is trying to push Decimal away but Decimal has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Decimal.
Catch Wrestler is trying to pull guard but Decimal turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Decimal tries to stall but Catch Wrestler uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Catch Wrestler really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
A nice left hand lands by Decimal.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Decimal creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Decimal effectively controlling the action here.
Decimal throws a head punch that misses.
Decimal swings wildly with an uppercut but Catch Wrestler uses good head movement to avoid it.
Decimal has a couple of punches blocked by Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Decimal leaning his opponent against the cage.
Catch Wrestler tries for a takedown. No joy.
Catch Wrestler jumps guard but Decimal stands there with Catch Wrestler around his waist. Catch Wrestler gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch. #T4#
Still in the clinch, Decimal scores with a nice short uppercut.
Catch Wrestler tries for a takedown. No joy.
Decimal effectively controlling the action here.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Catch Wrestler.
Decimal gets underhooks to prevent Catch Wrestler's takedown attempt.
Catch Wrestler definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Catch Wrestler is trying to pull guard but Decimal turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Decimal's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Decimal.
Decimal fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Decimal swings wildly with an uppercut but Catch Wrestler uses good head movement to avoid it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Catch Wrestler is looking to take this one to the mat.
Decimal scores with a shot to the side of Catch Wrestler's head.
Decimal misses with a hook from the clinch.
Catch Wrestler tries to pull guard but Decimal won't allow it.
Decimal slowing the pace effectively.
Decimal is struggling to control the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Dewey Decimal dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Decimal wants to clinch.
Catch Wrestler swats away the attempt to clinch by Decimal.
Decimal has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Decimal tries to clinch there but Catch Wrestler circles away.
As Decimal tries to get set, Catch Wrestler tries to push him back and clinch up but Decimal manages to avoid the attempt.
Catch Wrestler avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Catch Wrestler misses with a two punch combination.
Decimal tries to clinch there but Catch Wrestler circles away.
Catch Wrestler throws a counter high kick but Decimal was just alert enough to avoid it.
Decimal fails in his attempt to clinch.
Catch Wrestler shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Decimal pinned against the cage. Decimal gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Catch Wrestler swinging wildly here.
Catch Wrestler keeps the fight on the outside.#CL2#
Decimal moves into the clinch.
Catch Wrestler fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Decimal swings wildly with an uppercut but Catch Wrestler uses good head movement to avoid it.
A nice right hand lands inside from Decimal. #T1#
Decimal will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Catch Wrestler up against the cage.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Catch Wrestler as Decimal tries to tie him up.
Decimal tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Decimal has a couple of punches blocked by Catch Wrestler.
Dewey Decimal seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Decimal gets through Catch Wrestler's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Decimal.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Decimal.
Decimal scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Catch Wrestler is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Decimal to keep the fight standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bjj Catch Wrestler. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Catch Wrestler is trying to pull guard but Decimal turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Decimal avoiding damage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Decimal.
Decimal throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Catch Wrestlers head.
Decimal wants to stall.
Catch Wrestler blocking some punches. #T2#
Decimal lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Catch Wrestler tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Decimal smiles and moves away. #CL2#
Decimal closes the distance and clinches.
Catch Wrestler blocks an uppercut.
Decimal lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Catch Wrestler backwards.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A head punch on the inside from Decimal fails to land.
Decimal gets through Catch Wrestler's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Decimal has a couple of punches blocked by Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler looking to slow down the pace here.
Catch Wrestler fails to pull guard.
Catch Wrestler's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Catch Wrestler has Decimal pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Decimal manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Catch Wrestler takes a shot to the head.
Catch Wrestler is working for takedown but Decimal is calmly controlling the position for now.
Catch Wrestler is trying to pull guard but Decimal has him pressed against the cage.
Catch Wrestler tries to score a body lock takedown but Decimal shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Decimal lands with a right to the head. #T3#
Decimal working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Decimal lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Decimal swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Catch Wrestler tries for a takedown. No joy.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Catch Wrestler has Decimal pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Decimal manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
A short left from Decimal.
Catch Wrestler being controlled against the cage.
Decimal scores with a nice hook to the head.
Catch Wrestler trying to control the position but instead, Decimal has worked for underhooks and has pushed Catch Wrestler into the cage.
A short right from Decimal on the inside.
Catch Wrestler tries to pull guard but Decimal won't allow it.
Catch Wrestler tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Decimal just stands there and leans against the cage.
Decimal dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Catch Wrestler fails to pull guard.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler jumps guard but Decimal stands there with Catch Wrestler around his waist. Catch Wrestler gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch. #T4#
Decimal leaning his opponent against the cage.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Decimal.
Decimal lands with a light punch inside.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Catch Wrestler blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Catch Wrestler tries to pull guard but Decimal forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Catch Wrestler jumps guard but Decimal stands there with Catch Wrestler around his waist. Catch Wrestler gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Catch Wrestler has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Decimal is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Decimal effectively controlling the action here.
Decimal misses with a hook from the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Decimal.
Decimal swings wildly with an uppercut but Catch Wrestler uses good head movement to avoid it.
Catch Wrestler jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Decimal walks away with a smile on his face. Catch Wrestler gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Decimal wants to clinch up but Catch Wrestler keeps it at a distance.
Decimal is looking to clinch but Catch Wrestler is avoiding it. #CL2#
Decimal has Catch Wrestler up against the cage in a clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Dewey Decimal 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. This is the final round!
#R3#
Decimal tries to clinch but Catch Wrestler moves out of range. #TD#
Catch Wrestler dives in and scores a takedown into Decimal's guard.
Catch Wrestler prevents Decimal from getting back to his feet.
Catch Wrestler slips nicely into half guard.
Catch Wrestler stops Decimal from getting back to his feet.
Catch Wrestler is trying to control. Decimal wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Decimal 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.
Catch Wrestler works his way into full mount!
Decimal really wants to buck Catch Wrestler off and get back to his feet.
Decimal is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Decimal blocking the ground and pound.
Catch Wrestler landing strikes from the mount.
Decimal tries to buck Catch Wrestler off but he can't manage it.
Decimal has given up his back - I don’t know if this is a deliberate ploy to try and escape or if he is just struggling down there.
Catch Wrestler struggling to keep hold of the position. #T1#
Decimal trying to get back to his feet but Catch Wrestler is in full control for now. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Decimal wants to get back to his feet. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler working for the choke.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Decimal trying to get back to his feet but Catch Wrestler is in full control for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Catch Wrestler has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Decimal is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet. #T2#
Bjj Catch Wrestler overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Catch Wrestler 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, Decimal has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least! #SUB#
Decimal showing good submission defense here.
Decimal is trying to get back to his feet but Catch Wrestler has full control of the position and if anything, Decimal has just worked his way into a worse spot.
Catch Wrestler missing with punches from the back.
Catch Wrestler punches the canvas rather than the man.
Decimal is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet. #T3##SUB#
Catch Wrestler is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Decimal is trying to stand back up.
Bjj Catch Wrestler has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Catch Wrestler is persistently looking for the submission but Decimal is defending it well. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler has his opponent's back and is working for the choke. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Decimal knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Decimal for a finish. #T4#
Decimal wants to get back to his feet.
Catch Wrestler is landing with strikes. Decimal can't take much more of this.
Decimal is trying to stand back up.
Decimal covering up well and avoiding damage.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Decimal is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.

And that's the end of the fight!
Bjj Catch Wrestler showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Decimal 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 Russell Pearce scores the fight for Dewey Decimal!
Judge Jonathan Paton scores the fight for Dewey Decimal!
Judge Franklyn Lucas scores the fight for Dewey Decimal!

Dewey Decimal wins by unanimous decision!

 

Event: Madness Clown Chaos 3     
Date:   Sep 06, 2019
#R1#
Catch Wrestler tries to close the distance and clinch up but Anderson swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Anderson misses with a head kick.
Anderson throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Catch Wrestler throws out a counter right but Anderson avoids it with no problem.
Anderson tries a head kick but it misses.
Bjj Catch Wrestler seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Catch Wrestler pivots, looking for a leg kick but Anderson is out of range and Catch Wrestler settles back down.
Anderson thinks about countering with a head kick.
Catch Wrestler misses with a head kick.
And Anderson counters with a quick kick to the body but Catch Wrestler blocks it.
Anderson throws a sloppy head kick and Catch Wrestler moves out of range easily.
A telegraphed right hand from Catch Wrestler misses the target.
Nice body kick from Anderson.
Anderson connects with an inside leg kick.
Catch Wrestler looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Anderson throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Anderson pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Catch Wrestler shoots in for a takedown but Anderson shows good takedown defense.
Catch Wrestler shoots in for a takedown but Anderson shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Anderson is looking to counter with head kicks.
Catch Wrestler misses with a left hand
and Anderson counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters. #T1#
Anderson avoids the body shot from Catch Wrestler.
As Catch Wrestler backs away, Anderson returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Catch Wrestler throws an off balance right hand
and Anderson finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Anderson bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Anderson.
Catch Wrestler shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Anderson as he jumps to the side.
Alexander Anderson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bjj Catch Wrestler.
Anderson throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Anderson throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Anderson with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Catch Wrestler misses with a body shot
and Anderson counters with a big head kick but Catch Wrestler shrugs it off.
A slapping body kick lands there for Anderson.
Anderson looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Anderson lands with a kick to the ribs.
Anderson tries to land a front kick but Catch Wrestler steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.#T2#
Catch Wrestler misses with an uppercut. Anderson saw that one coming.
Anderson avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Alexander Anderson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Anderson is looking to slow Catch Wrestler down with leg kicks.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Catch Wrestler is defended easily by Anderson.
Anderson bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Anderson feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Catch Wrestler's calf.
Anderson leaves Catch Wrestler with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Anderson leaves Catch Wrestler with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Catch Wrestler is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#T3#
Anderson bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Anderson throws a nice outside leg kick.
Catch Wrestler takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
A slapping body kick lands there for Anderson.
Catch Wrestler takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Anderson tries a head kick but it misses.
Anderson bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Catch Wrestler misses with a body shot.
A slow jab from Catch Wrestler misses its intended target.
Anderson throws a counter high kick but Catch Wrestler was just alert enough to avoid it.
Anderson avoids the head kick by Catch Wrestler.
Anderson thinks about countering with a body kick.
Anderson looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Catch Wrestler misses with a head kick. #T4#
A head kick misses from Anderson.
Anderson stuffs the takedown attempt from Catch Wrestler. Catch Wrestler gets slowly back to his feet.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Catch Wrestler has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Anderson.
Anderson throws a sloppy head kick and Catch Wrestler moves out of range easily.
Catch Wrestler's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
A chopping leg kick lands by Anderson.
Anderson throws a sloppy head kick and Catch Wrestler moves out of range easily.
Anderson throws a head kick that half lands.
Anderson pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Catch Wrestler throws a big shot that misses.
Catch Wrestler blocks a head kick by Anderson.
Anderson misses with a head kick.
Anderson with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alexander Anderson dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Catch Wrestler dives in for a single leg takedown but Anderson sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Anderson tries a head kick but it misses.
A thudding body kick lands there by Anderson!
Catch Wrestler looks for a takedown but Anderson sprawls well.
Anderson throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Catch Wrestler.
Anderson displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Catch Wrestler.
Alexander Anderson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bjj Catch Wrestler.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Both fighters circling a little - Anderson finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Anderson throws a sloppy head kick and Catch Wrestler moves out of range easily.
Catch Wrestler throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A thudding body kick lands there by Anderson! #T1#
Anderson throws a head kick that half lands.
Anderson avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Catch Wrestler throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Catch Wrestler tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A head kick misses from Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler misses with a head kick.
Catch Wrestler is breathing heavily.
Anderson avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Anderson throws a sloppy head kick and Catch Wrestler moves out of range easily.
Anderson throws a quick inside leg kick.
Catch Wrestler takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
A slow jab from Catch Wrestler misses its intended target.
Catch Wrestler takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Catch Wrestler is looking to clinch.
Catch Wrestler just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromAnderson.#T2#
Anderson tries a head kick but it misses.
Catch Wrestler tries to clinch but Anderson moves out of range.
Anderson throws a head kick that misses.
Catch Wrestler wants to counter with a clinch but Anderson pushes him away.
Anderson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Catch Wrestler can do to turn this around?
Anderson connects with a leg kick. Catch Wrestler looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Catch Wrestler avoids the head kick by Anderson.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Anderson tries a head kick but it misses.
Catch Wrestler tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Anderson manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Anderson jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Catch Wrestler fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Anderson throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Catch Wrestler shoots in but Anderson avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Alexander Anderson is winning the standup battle so far.
Anderson plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!#T3#
Catch Wrestler misses with a wild body shot.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Anderson - that will leave a mark!
Anderson connects with a high kick.
Catch Wrestler has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Anderson.
Anderson connects with a high kick.
Catch Wrestler is trying desperately to land a takedown but Anderson is having absolutely none of it. This is turning into a bit of a nightmare for Catch Wrestler.
Anderson throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Catch Wrestler.
Anderson lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Catch Wrestler avoids the head kick by Anderson.
Catch Wrestler wants to counter the offense by Anderson and move into the clinch position.
Catch Wrestler throws a hook but Anderson avoids it easily.
Catch Wrestler misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Anderson tried to counter with a leg kick but Catch Wrestler avoided it.
Anderson tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Anderson sets himself, and Catch Wrestler steps forward looking for the clinch! Anderson avoids it this time.
Anderson fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.#T4#
Anderson stuffs the takedown attempt from Catch Wrestler. Catch Wrestler gets slowly back to his feet.
A head kick misses from Anderson.
Anderson throws a head kick that half lands.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Catch Wrestler swings for the body but Anderson moves out of range.
Catch Wrestler pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Anderson throws a quick counter head kick but Catch Wrestler was just out of range.
Anderson fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with eachother but Catch Wrestler might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Anderson has got the better of the exchanges.
Anderson throws a sloppy head kick and Catch Wrestler moves out of range easily.
Catch Wrestler shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Anderson sprawls well. Anderson wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Catch Wrestler gets slowly back to his feet.
Catch Wrestler darts in trying to clinch
and Anderson counters with a body kick that stops Catch Wrestler in his tracks momentarily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alexander Anderson dominated that second round.
That's time! Anderson'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#
Anderson throws a leg kick which misses Catch Wrestler's front leg but catches the back leg as Catch Wrestler tries to avoid it.
A head kick by Catch Wrestler misses
and Anderson counters with a nice low kick that buckles Catch Wrestler's knee momentarily.
Anderson misses with a kick to the body.
Anderson misses with a head kick.
Anderson pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Catch Wrestler shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Anderson as he jumps to the side.
Catch Wrestler avoids the head kick by Anderson. #TD2#
Catch Wrestler shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Catch Wrestler trying to control the action but Anderson is working from the bottom.
Anderson knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Catch Wrestler on the ground.#SUB2#
Catch Wrestler is trying for a kimura here. Anderson looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Catch Wrestler wins by kimura!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Bjj Catch Wrestler!
In defeat, Alexander Anderson stepped up to the mic, saying 'Ashes to ashes. Dust to dust. We are nothing, but dust and to dust we shall return. Amen.'.

 

Event: Madness Clown Chaos     
Date:   Aug 09, 2019
#R1#
Catch Wrestler misses with a head kick.
Hooks looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Hooks thuds his right hand into Catch Wrestler's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Catch Wrestler throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
A right-left combo lands from Hooks.
Hooks scores with the left hand. Catch Wrestler knows he should have avoided that one.
Hooks chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Hooks has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Catch Wrestler avoids a punch combination nicely.
Catch Wrestler changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Hooks connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Catch Wrestler momentarily.
Hooks stuffs the takedown attempt from Catch Wrestler. Catch Wrestler gets slowly back to his feet.
Good exchange - Hooks coming out on top.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Catch Wrestler tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Hooks counters with a nice uppercut.
Catch Wrestler with a poor takedown
and Hooks counters with a slapping leg kick.
Hooks lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Catch Wrestler tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Hooks paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Hooks scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Catch Wrestler doesn't seem bothered though. #T1#
Catch Wrestler tries to score a power double leg takedown but Hooks sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Catch Wrestler somewhat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bjj Catch Wrestler. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD2#
Hooks shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Hooks content to control rather than advance.
Catch Wrestler is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Catch Wrestler is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Hooks pulls his head out easily.
Hooks slows the pace down in half guard. #T2##SUB#
Catch Wrestler is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Hooks pulls his head out easily.
Catch Wrestler makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Catch Wrestler.
Catch Wrestler trying to control the position.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Catch Wrestler is on top in guard. #REVR#
Catch Wrestler slips nicely into half guard.
Catch Wrestler trying to pass the guard but Hooks defending well. #T3##SUB#
Catch Wrestler is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Hooks is just riding it out for now. Catch Wrestler eventually gives up the hold.
Catch Wrestler looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Catch Wrestler is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Hooks has managed to free his arm - good work.
Catch Wrestler is looking to advance position but Hooks won't allow it. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB#
Catch Wrestler is working for a kimura but Hooks is defending it quite comfortably.
Hooks wants to improve his position but Catch Wrestler is controlling well.
Catch Wrestler trying to mount his opponent but Hooks defends it.
Catch Wrestler throws a strike but Hooks avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Hooks really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Catch Wrestler. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Catch Wrestler won't allow Hooks to get back to his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Joe Hooks dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Hooks lands a jab to the head.
Hooks uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Catch Wrestler takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Hooks defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Catch Wrestler.#CL2#
Hooks darts in and clinches Catch Wrestler up against the cage.#BC2#
Hooks breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Joe Hooks seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Hooks wants to clinch.
Hooks punishes Catch Wrestler's body with a nice straight punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Catch Wrestler walks into a straight right hand from Hooks.
Catch Wrestler tries to move into range but Hooks moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Catch Wrestler fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Hooks manages to avoid it.
Catch Wrestler fails with a takedown attempt.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A jab from Hooks does it's job there.#T1#
Nice uppercut there from Hooks.#TD2#
Catch Wrestler gets caught flat footed, as Hooks shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Catch Wrestler looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hooks is one step ahead there. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Hooks gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Hooks trying to control but Catch Wrestler is working from the bottom.
Catch Wrestler really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Catch Wrestler looking to control. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler is looking to cinch up a triangle. Hooks throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Catch Wrestler's body to avoid the submission. Catch Wrestler has instead reached around Hooks's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Catch Wrestler arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Bjj Catch Wrestler!

 

 
 
 
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