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Event:
WPFA IX: Christmas Clash
Date: Dec 25, 2019 |
#R1#
Yueng avoids a kick to the body.
Kruchevski fails with the takedown.
Yueng half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Kruchevski looks for a takedown but Yueng sprawls well.
Yueng appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Kruchevski has his takedown stuffed#TD#
and Yueng counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Bolo Yueng has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Petyr Kruchevski.#SUB2#
Kruchevski looking for submissions off his back.
Yueng lands strikes from half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yueng not doing much here.
#T1#
Yueng is trying to control. Kruchevski wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Yueng not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #SU#
Yueng decides he's had enough of the ground and stands up.
Kruchevski misses with a takedown attempt #TD#
and Yueng counters with a takedown into side control.
Yueng wants to control for a moment but Kruchevski uses the opportunity to move back to half guard.
Yueng is pressing down on Kruchevski's thigh, looking to free his foot. Kruchevski is holding on for now.
We've been hearing good reports from Yueng 's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Kruchevski pushes Yueng off looking to stand but Yueng dives back in and keeps control.
#T2##SUB#
Yueng is trying to work for a kimura but Kruchevski is defending well.
Yueng trying to mount his opponent but Kruchevski defends it.
Kruchevski is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Yueng 's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Yueng 's back!
You can see the frustration on Yueng 's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
A lull in the action here.
I really don't envy Yueng right now.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bolo Yueng dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2##TD2#
Kruchevski shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Yueng blocking the ground and pound attempt from Kruchevski.
Kruchevski is keen to just control but Yueng is a slippery customer.
Yueng is doing well to control the position and prevent Kruchevski from advancing to side control.
Yueng moves into full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yueng is looking to sweep but instead, Kruchevski has passed into half guard.
Yueng is staying active underneath Kruchevski, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T1#
Kruchevski wants to get back to his feet.
Yueng on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Yueng tries to get out of the position.
Yueng is trying to maintain the position but Kruchevski is very close to passing his half guard.
Yueng is holding on to half guard well.
Yueng is trying to escape back to his feet but Kruchevski uses the scramble to pass into side control.
Yueng is in a bad spot here and he knows it... just holding on for now.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Kruchevski advances to mount.
Kruchevski controlling from mount.
Yueng really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Petyr Kruchevski has got the better of the ground game so far.
Kruchevski misses with a series of strikes from mount. He'll no doubt be working on his ground and pound when he gets back to the gym.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Yueng tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Kruchevski punching from mount but Yueng doing a good job of avoiding damage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Petyr Kruchevski showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Kruchevski gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #TD#
so Yueng counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Kruchevski is wriggling around but Yueng manages to pass to half guard.
#REVB#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kruchevski won't allow Yueng to pass to mount.
Yueng works his way into full mount!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kruchevski is wriggling around trying to escape.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yueng scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Kruchevski?
Kruchevski is trying desperately to improve position.#T1#
Kruchevski tries to control Yueng 's body but Yueng pushes him off. Kruchevski squirms to his side and now Yueng has his back! #SUB#
Kruchevski showing good submission defense here.
Yueng is hanging on to Kruchevski's back as he tries to escape.
#SUB#
Yueng has managed to slip his arm under Kruchevski's chin. This could be all over... yep, Kruchevski is tapping out! Submission win for Yueng .
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Bolo Yueng !
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Event:
Ferocious Fights IV
Date: Dec 06, 2019 |
#R1#
Sullivan swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Horrible takedown attempt by Kruchevski or perhaps it was just good defense by Sullivan, which made it look bad.
Kruchevski fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Sullivan avoids it really well and circles away.
Kruchevski fails with the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Petyr Kruchevski. 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.
Kruchevski fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Sullivan is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Kruchevski shoots in and drives through. Sullivan sprawls well.#KD2#
Sullivan drops Kruchevski with a beautiful combination! Kruchevski stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Sullivan is looking for the KO!#ROC2#
Kruchevski is rocked!#CUT2#
It looks like Petyr Kruchevski has been cut.#T1#
Sullivan goes for a small jab and connects. Now Sullivan goes in closer pressing the issue. Left hook, right straight! Kruchevski stumbles back but Sullivan runs in with a huge uppercut knocking Kruchevski to the ground! What a finish! You have to wonder if Kruchevski will ever be the same after a knockout like that.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:09 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). John Sullivan!
John Sullivan took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, FinnFighter Nutrition (Five 160Q supps!) for their support in the buildup to the fight.
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Event:
Ferocious Fights III
Date: Nov 08, 2019 |
#R1#
Koskinen cracks Kruchevski with an open hand slap.
Koskinen dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Nice sprawl there from Koskinen as Kruchevski shoots in.
Koskinen definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Kruchevski slips a jab and a cross from Koskinen.
Koskinen throws a shot to the body.
Kruchevski fails with the takedown.#CL#
Koskinen takes the fight into the clinch.
Koskinen doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Koskinen can't find room to land a body shot as Kruchevski controls the action.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Koskinen taking a breather.
Koskinen lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Koskinen cracks Kruchevski with a nice body shot.
Koskinen lands a shoulder strike.
Koskinen gets through Kruchevski's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#T1#
Kruchevski tries to score a body lock takedown but Koskinen shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Jani Koskinen has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Petyr Kruchevski.
Koskinen misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kruchevski jumps guard but Koskinen stands there with Kruchevski around his waist. Kruchevski gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Koskinen lands a body shot in the clinch.
Kruchevski looks winded!
Koskinen lands a shot to the body.
Koskinen cracks Kruchevski with a nice body shot.
Koskinen is working Kruchevski over against the cage.
Kruchevski's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Koskinen lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A nice left hand lands by Koskinen.
#CUT#
It looks like Petyr Kruchevski has been cut.
A right hook to the body lands for Koskinen.
Koskinen digs a right hand into Kruchevski's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Kruchevski's gas tank.
Koskinen lands a nice shot to the body.
Koskinen lands with a short punch from the clinch.
#ROC#
Kruchevski is rocked!#T2#
Koskinen scores with a shoulder strike.
Kruchevski is still on wobbly legs! Can Koskinen finish him?
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Koskinen pushes Kruchevski back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Koskinen lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Kruchevski or not.
Koskinen taking a breather.
A nice left hand lands by Koskinen.
Koskinen works on Kruchevski's body with a couple of short punches.
Koskinen lands a shot to the body.
Koskinen creates some distance for himself and unleashes a massive uppercut that sends Kruchevski's eyes rolling into the back of his head! Kruchevski drops to his knees and Koskinen pours it on with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jani Koskinen!
Jani Koskinen retains his light heavyweight title!
During a confident post fight interview, Jani Koskinen thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
Thoroughbred Thursday IV
Date: Oct 17, 2019 |
#R1#
Kruchevski wants to land a leg kick but Sullivan is out of range.
Sullivan lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Sullivan.#CUT2#
It looks like Petyr Kruchevski has been cut.
Sullivan throws a combination. Kruchevski tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Kruchevski throws a leg kick but Sullivan sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Kruchevski showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Sullivan.
Kruchevski showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Sullivan.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sullivan takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Kruchevski misses with the combination.
Kruchevski has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.#T1#
Kruchevski takes one on the chin but seems OK.
#ROC2#
Kruchevski is rocked!
Sullivan ducks under a wild hook from Kruchevski.
Oh Kruchevski is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Kruchevski lands a jab.
Kruchevski seems to have got his legs back now.
Kruchevski pulls out of a head kick attempt.
#TD#
Kruchevski drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.#ES2#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Sullivan manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
Sullivan wants to break the clinch but can't.
Kruchevski has Sullivan pressed against the cage, preventing Sullivan from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
A frustrated look appears on Sullivan's face as he tries to break the clinch. #BC#
Kruchevski pushes off and circles away, back 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!
Kruchevski is looking to clinch but Sullivan is avoiding it.
#T2#
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Kruchevski.
Sullivan unleashes a big counter combination but Kruchevski bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.#KD2#
Sullivan drops Kruchevski with a right and a left! Sullivan comes rushing in but Kruchevski regains his composure and manages to keep Sullivan in guard.
Sullivan must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Sullivan won't allow Kruchevski to sweep him here.
Kruchevski is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Sullivan is controlling him.
Sullivan wants to stand and escape but instead Kruchevski has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVR#
Kruchevski engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kruchevski throws a big elbow that misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
John Sullivan dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Petyr Kruchevski's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2##TD#
Kruchevski looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.#ES2#
Sullivan makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
Sullivan fails to land with a series of punches.
Kruchevski lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Sullivan circles away quickly and effectively.
Nice takedown defense from Sullivan. No joy for Kruchevski on that attempt.
Kruchevski tries to close the distance and clinch up but Sullivan swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Sullivan throws a left and a right that both miss
#TD#
and Kruchevski counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
We've been informed that Sullivan has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kruchevski throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Sullivan is refusing to be controlled, as Kruchevski sits in half guard.
Sullivan has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Kruchevski takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#T1#
We've been hearing good reports from Kruchevski's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Kruchevski 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.
Kruchevski throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Kruchevski takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Sullivan is trying to stand back up but Kruchevski is controlling him
Sullivan is refusing to be controlled, as Kruchevski sits in half guard.
Sullivan avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Kruchevski.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Kruchevski is looking for a kimura but Sullivan is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Kruchevski to get the leverage. #SUB#
Kruchevski is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Kruchevski stalling away here and it's allowed Sullivan to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Petyr Kruchevski will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Petyr Kruchevski's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Sullivan misses with the combination.
Kruchevski seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Kruchevski closes the distance and clinches up with Sullivan, looking for a takedown. Kruchevski pushes Sullivan against the cage but Sullivan circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Sullivan is looking for the big counter here.#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Kruchevski.
Kruchevski taking a breather here.
Sullivan really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Kruchevski. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Kruchevski misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SU#
Kruchevski stands up. #T1#
Kruchevski shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Sullivan pinned against the cage. Sullivan gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
A combination from Sullivan does no damage. #TD#
Kruchevski drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.#SUB#
Kruchevski is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Sullivan has escaped the position, nice work there.
A lull in the action here.#T2#
Sullivan wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!#SUB#
Kruchevski has hold of Sullivan's arm. He's looking for a kimura. Sullivan seems comfortable defending it but Kruchevski has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! Sullivan is real pain and he's forced to tap out! Sullivan is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but Kruchevski couldn't care less - he's delighted!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:28 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Petyr Kruchevski!
A very excited looking Petyr Kruchevski made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
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Event:
Thoroughbred Thursday III
Date: Sep 19, 2019 |
#R1##CL#
Kruchevski rushes Bunt and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Bunt tries to pull guard but Kruchevski forces him back to his feet, against the cage.#TD#
Kruchevski wants the takedown. Bunt is fighting it off but Kruchevski persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Bunt's guard against the cage.
Bunt is wriggling around but Kruchevski manages to pass to half guard.
#REVB##SUB#
Kruchevski seems to be working for a kimura but Bunt defends the submission attempt.
Bunt wants to control but Kruchevski is keeping busy.
Kruchevski sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Bunt defending well though.
Bunt taking some punishment here, with Kruchevski in his half guard.
Kruchevski is taking a breather. Bunt 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#
Kruchevski prevents Bunt from improving his position.
Kruchevski controlling the action here.
Kruchevski frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Kruchevski tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Bunt is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Kruchevski lands a nice shot to the head. #SUB#
Kruchevski is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Bunt has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Kruchevski scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Bunt?
#SUB#
Kruchevski looking to isolate an arm here. Bunt doesn't see it coming and as Kruchevski extends the arm, he's forced to tap out! Nice submission by Kruchevski!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Petyr Kruchevski!
A very excited looking Petyr Kruchevski rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.
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Event:
WPFA: Throughbred Thursday
Date: Aug 29, 2019 |
#R1#
Kruchevski has a takedown stuffed.
Koskinen uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Kruchevski has time to react.#CUT2#
It looks like Petyr Kruchevski has been cut.
Kruchevski looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Koskinen is fending him off so far but Kruchevski persists. Nope, Koskinen circles away and we're back to standing.
Koskinen punishes Kruchevski's body with a nice straight punch.
Koskinen stuffs the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Petyr Kruchevski. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kruchevski tries to move into range but Koskinen moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Koskinen scores with a shot to the body.
Kruchevski misses the body punch
and Koskinen counters with a nice uppercut.
Kruchevski takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
#ROC2#
Kruchevski is rocked!
Koskinen throws a monster overhand right that drops Kruchevski! Koskinen follows up with more strikes from mount and the fight is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jani Koskinen!
Jani Koskinen is the new light heavyweight champion!
An out of breath Jani Koskinen thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
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Event:
WPFA I: The Alpha vs The King
Date: Aug 24, 2019 |
#R1#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Kruchevski is defended easily by Waid.
Waid fails with the takedown
and Kruchevski counters with a left to the body. #TD2#
Kruchevski closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Waid scrambles, trying to get to his feet, but Kruchevski manages to mount him!
Kruchevski lands a big shot there that rocks Waid but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Kruchevski thuds his fist into the canvas! Oooouch!
Kruchevski tries to control but Waid wriggling away. #T1#
Kruchevski controlling the position easily from mount.
Kruchevski should think about turning a few of those tyres round his middle into muscle if he wants people to take him seriously as an athlete.
Waid keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Kruchevski can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Waid is looking to escape.
Kruchevski thowing shots but they're missing.
Waid is squirming around, avoiding Kruchevski's attempts to control the action. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Kruchevski tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Kruchevski can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Waid is looking to escape.
Waid really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Waid tries to get back to half guard but can't.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Petyr Kruchevski dominated that round.
That's time! Waid's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Kruchevski shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Waid defends it nicely.#TD#
Waid looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Waid is trying to control the action in half guard but Kruchevski is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Waid missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Waid is nestled in close to Kruchevski, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Kruchevski is looking to control Waid's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Kruchevski avoid being mounted?
Kruchevski manages to get to full guard.
Kruchevski throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
Kruchevski 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.#T1#
Waid working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Kruchevski has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Kruchevski wants to sweep here but Waid controlling him for the moment.
Waid connects with a couple of short punches.
Waid throws a big elbow that misses.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kruchevski controlling Waid's posture.
Kruchevski wants to stand but Waid is controlling the position.
Waid is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Kruchevski controlling the position.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Waid postures up.
Waid connects with a couple of short punches.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kruchevski utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Kruchevski 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.
Waid keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Kruchevski's head.
Kruchevski trying to control the position here.
Kruchevski looking to hit a scissor sweep but Waid is one step ahead there.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kruchevski preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
ALex Waid dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Kruchevski shoots in but Waid avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Waid with a poor takedown #CL2#
and Kruchevski moves into the clinch.
Waid has Kruchevski pushed against the cage.
Waid is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Kruchevski is defending well.
Kruchevski stalling in the clinch.
Waid fails to pull guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for ALex Waid. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kruchevski keeps control of Waid as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kruchevski looking to stall.
#BC#
Waid manages to break the clinch.
#TD#
Waid shoots in and bounces Kruchevski off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.#T1#
Kruchevski pulls Waid in to control the position.
Kruchevski preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Waid with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Kruchevski wants to get back to his feet but Waid is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Kruchevski trying to keep a closed guard but Waid is proving a slippery customer.
Waid has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Waid working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Waid stands up over Kruchevski, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Kruchevski is trying to control the position but Waid postures up.
Waid looking to sit in guard and control but Kruchevski gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Waid is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Kruchevski is controlling him.
Waid looking for a sweep. Not yet Waid, not yet.
Waid has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Kruchevski has passed into side control.
Waid is looking for a sweep.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kruchevski is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Kruchevski tries to advance to mount but Waid denies him.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Petyr Kruchevski.
I think Kruchevski 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 Anni Minnemäki scores the fight 28:29
Judge Marco Blurström scores the fight 28:29
Judge Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Petyr Kruchevski!
Petyr Kruchevski decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.
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Event:
WPFA: Alpha Males
Date: Aug 10, 2019 |
#R1#
A left lands for Ison.#CUT2#
It looks like Petyr Kruchevski has been cut.#TD#
Kruchevski manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Ison on his heels. He'll look to pass Ison's guard now, I'm sure.
Kruchevski passes Ison's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Kruchevski tries to stand and escape but Ison is controlling the position.
Ground and pound from Kruchevski.
Ison is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Kruchevski controlling the action here.
Kruchevski looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Ison with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ison is looking to control Kruchevski's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Ison avoid being mounted?
Kruchevski works his way into full mount!
Kruchevski is landing with some decent strikes but Ison is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.#T1#
A nice elbow there by Kruchevski.#SUB#
Kruchevski is giving the impression that he's looking to ground and pound but he switches suddenly into a beautiful far side armbar! Ison is forced to tap! Great finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Petyr Kruchevski!
Petyr Kruchevski was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.
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Event:
WPFA: Hellraising
Date: Jul 24, 2019 |
#R1##TD2#
Tennessen manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Kruchevski on his heels. He'll look to pass Kruchevski's guard now, I'm sure.
Tennessen controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Kruchevski can't keep his opponent in guard - Tennessen advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Tennessen content to control rather than advance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters are battling for position here. Kruchevski manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Tennessen is pushing down on Kruchevski's leg trying to pass to half guard. Kruchevski is fighting to maintain full guard but Tennessen has managed to sneak the leg through.
Kruchevski could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.#T1#
Tennessen not doing much here.
Kruchevski trying to control but Tennessen postures up.
Tennessen stops Kruchevski from getting back to his feet.
Tennessen stalling.
It looks like Tennessen 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.
Tennessen tries to pass the half guard into mount. Kruchevski knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Tennessen looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Tennessen trying to mount his opponent but Kruchevski defends it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tennessen content to control rather than advance. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Tennessen shoots in looking for a takedown but Kruchevski manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Tennessen's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Horrible takedown attempt by Kruchevski or perhaps it was just good defense by Tennessen, which made it look bad.
Tennessen drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Kruchevski defends it well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tennessen fails with a takedown attempt. #TD2#
Tennessen fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Kruchevski to the ground. Tennessen is now in Kruchevski's guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Caspian Tennessen 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#
Tennessen tries to score a power double leg takedown but Kruchevski sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Tennessen somewhat.
Kruchevski displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Tennessen.
Kruchevski shoots in looking for a takedown. Tennessen tries to sprawl out of it but Kruchevski keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Tennessen manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #TD#
Kruchevski manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Tennessen on his heels. He'll look to pass Tennessen's guard now, I'm sure.
Tennessen is looking to stand back up but Kruchevski counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Tennessen.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#REVB#
Kruchevski wants to control but Tennessen is keeping him busy. #T1#
Tennessen is looking for a sweep. Kruchevski is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Tennessen is trying to maintain the position but Kruchevski is very close to passing his half guard.
Kruchevski is looking to take a break and control but Tennessen is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Tennessen tries to kick Kruchevski off but Kruchevski keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Kruchevski throwing shots but Tennessen is blocking nicely.
Tennessen works his way to full guard. Good work.
Kruchevski works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Kruchevski not doing much here.
#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Tennessen moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Kruchevski is pushing down on Tennessen's leg trying to pass to half guard. Tennessen is fighting to maintain full guard but Kruchevski has managed to sneak the leg through.
Kruchevski thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Tennessen's head.
Kruchevski thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Tennessen's head.
Kruchevski trying to control the action but Tennessen is working from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kruchevski throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Kruchevski wants to stand but his hand is trapped. Tennessen uses the opportunity to regain full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Petyr Kruchevski 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#
Tennessen fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Kruchevski is looking to counter the offense by Tennessen and move into the clinch.
Tennessen shoots for a double leg takedown but Kruchevski sprawls well. He's pushed Tennessen's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
As Tennessen looks to move away, Kruchevski throws a big counter combo but Tennessen just gets out of the way.
Kruchevski throws a jab when Tennessen was well out of range.#TD2#
Tennessen looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Kruchevski!
Tennessen is looking to take a break and control but Kruchevski is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Tennessen goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Kruchevski has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Tennessen but great work by Kruchevski.
Tennessen is trying to control Kruchevski's posture but Kruchevski avoids it.
Tennessen is looking to regain half guard here but Kruchevski keeps moving and retains side control. #T1#
Tennessen manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Tennessen looks like he's trying to stand up.
Tennessen is controlling Kruchevski's trapped leg to prevent Kruchevski from advancing to side control.
Kruchevski passes to side control.
Kruchevski is looking to take a break and control but Tennessen is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tennessen manages to get one leg in to regain 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.
Tennessen is not content to let Kruchevski control the position.
Tennessen moves into full guard.
#SUB2#
Kruchevski got a little sloppy there for a moment and Tennessen has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Kruchevski has managed to get both his arms back between Tennessen's legs - danger averted.
Tennessen preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tennessen is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
And that's the end of the fight!
Petyr Kruchevski showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Kruchevski 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 Marco Blurström scores the fight 29:28
Judge Arvi Lind scores the fight 29:28
Judge Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Petyr Kruchevski!
After the fight, Petyr Kruchevski was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 10, 2019 |
#R1#
Nice sprawl there from Kruchevski as Waid shoots in.#TD#
Kruchevski shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Waid's guard.
Kruchevski loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Waid can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Kruchevski controls the pace.
Kruchevski stands up over Waid, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kruchevski is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Kruchevski throws a big right hand that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kruchevski trying to stand up but can't free himself from Waid's guard.
Kruchevski is looking to work some ground and pound but Waid has wrist control.
Waid is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#T1#
Kruchevski keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Waid's head.
Kruchevski sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Kruchevski trying to stand up but can't free himself from Waid's guard.
Kruchevski pushes down on Waid's leg and manages to get into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kruchevski thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Still in half guard, Kruchevski seems content to control.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Waid can do anything to dispel that myth.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Kruchevski moves into full mount! Waid won't be happy about that!
Kruchevski manages to capitalize on a mistake by Waid to take his back!
Kruchevski could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Waid looks winded!
Kruchevski has his opponent trapped and is landing shots. Not a good position for Waid.
Kruchevski controlling the position well here. Waid rolled but Kruchevski kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
#SUB#
Kruchevski is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Waid defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
A lull in the action here.
#T3#
A bit of a pause in the action here. Kruchevski controlling the positon.
Kruchevski'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.
Kruchevski lands with a big left hand that may well have hurt his opponent. Can Waid hold on?!
#SUB#
Kruchevski has his opponent's back and is working for the choke. #SUB#
Kruchevski has his arm under Waid's chin here. Game over son! Kruchevski squeezes tightly and Waid is forced to tap out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Petyr Kruchevski!
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