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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 04, 2019 |
#R1##TD#
Askren closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Marino's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Marino looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight!
Askren's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Askren trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Askren slips nicely into half guard.
Marino really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Askren. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Askren is working for a kimura but Marino is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB#
Askren seems to be working for a kimura but Marino defends the submission attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Askren tries to pass to full mount but Marino defends it. #T1#
Askren seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Marino does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB#
Askren is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Marino has managed to free his arm - good work.
Still in half guard, Askren seems content to control.
Askren tries to pass the half guard into mount. Marino knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #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.#SUB#
Askren seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Marino is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Jett Askren!
An out of breath and clearly excited Jett Askren thanked Hot Spunk for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).
Steve Marino spoke after the fight, saying '"Only the fallen have seen the end of war."'.
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Event:
WCF7 Lotus Style Vs Cruz
Date: Aug 23, 2019 |
#R1##TD2#
Kirov tries to sprawl but Askren drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Kirov's coaches at Star Studded Beef 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.
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.#SUB#
Kirov actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Kirov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Askren tries to stand but his hand is stuck under Kirov.
Askren content to control rather than advance. #SUB#
Kirov looking for submissions off his back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kirov is trying to maintain the position but Askren is very close to passing his half guard.
Askren is taking a breather. Kirov 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##SUB#
Kirov looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Kirov actively working from the bottom here.
Askren tries to stand but can't do so whilst Kirov controls his leg.
Kirov trying to control but Askren postures up.
#SUB#
Kirov actively working from the bottom 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.#SUB#
Kirov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Kirov trying to control but Askren postures up.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.#SUB#
Kirov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Askren pulls his head out easily.
Kirov is looking to control Askren's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Kirov avoid being mounted?#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD#
Kirov shoots in and bounces Askren off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Askren is striking but Kirov is not phased and passes to half guard.#T3#
Kirov prevents Askren from standing back up.
#SUB2#
Askren looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Askren actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Askren is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Kirov pulls his head out easily.
Askren wants to get back to full guard but Kirov has passed into side control.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB#
Kirov is trying to get an arm triangle but Askren is defending well.
Kirov gets to mount! Askren was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly.
Askren is working to get back to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Askren is still trying to improve position.
Askren wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Kiro Kirov will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2##TD#
Kirov fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Askren to the ground. Kirov is now in Askren's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Askren looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Kirov passes into half guard.
Askren manages to get to full guard.
Kirov wants to control from the top but Askren keeps moving.
Our spies down at at Cozad MMA Los Angeles inform us that Askren 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.#SUB2#
Askren working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Kirov has passed into half guard!
Askren is staying active underneath Kirov, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T1#
Askren manages to get to full guard.
Kirov will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB2#
Askren has his foot on Kirov's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Kirov works his way back into a safe position though.
Askren wants to sweep here but Kirov controlling him for the moment. #SUB2#
Askren working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Kirov has passed into half guard!
#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB#
Kirov is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB#
Kirov seems to be looking for submissions.
Kirov prevents Askren from improving his position.
Askren wants to sweep but Kirov has passed to side control!#T3#
Kirov scoring with punches and elbows. #CUT#
It looks like Jett Askren has been cut.
Askren defending against the ground and pound.
Askren is trying to get back to half guard.
A lull in the action here as Kirov stalls from top position.
Kirov working the head with strikes. #T4#
Askren is not content to let Kirov control the position. #SUB#
Kirov looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Askren is trying to get back to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Kirov is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Askren has escaped the position, nice work there.
Askren is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Kirov's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Kiro Kirov dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Jett Askren's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3##TD#
Kirov scores with a takedown into Askren's guard.#SUB2#
Askren working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Kirov has passed into half guard!
#SUB#
Kirov is looking for a kimura here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kirov is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #T1#
Askren is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Kirov's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Kirov's back!
Askren controlling well, preventing Kirov from escaping the position.
Kirov breaks Askren's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
#SUB2#
Askren isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Kirov stacks Askren 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 Kirov!
Askren manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Kirov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Askren keeps working.
Askren is trying to get back to full guard.#T2##SUB#
Kirov 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. Askren tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Kirov!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:25 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Kiro Kirov!
An out of breath Kiro Kirov 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:
WCF5 Carnera vs Maia
Date: Aug 09, 2019 |
#R1#
Askren with a poor takedown
and Kong counters with a slapping leg kick.
Askren dives in and grabs Kong's left leg, looking for a takedown. Kong pushes down on Askren's head and hops out.
Kong bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Askren has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Kong.
Askren looks winded!
Kong lands a front kick.#KD#
Kong lands a big head kick that sends Askren tumbling to the mat! Kong takes a step backwards and waves Askren back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC#
Askren is rocked!#CUT#
It looks like Jett Askren has been cut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kong fakes the body blow, causing Askren to drop his hands! Left hook to the temple! Askren goes stiff, and falls face first into the mat. Goodnight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). King Kong!
King Kong retains his heavyweight title!
King Kong seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
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Event:
FC3 Night of champions
Date: Jul 26, 2019 |
#R1#
Askren shoots for a takedown but Smith saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Smith ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Askren moves away.
Smith leaves Askren with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Askren shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Smith as he avoids it easily.
Kyle Smith has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jett Askren.
Smith throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Askren appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Nice sprawl there from Smith as Askren shoots in.
Smith seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Askren shoots for a double leg takedown but Smith sprawls well. He's pushed Askren's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. #TD#
Smith shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Smith was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Smith wants to control but Askren is keeping him busy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Askren tries to improve position but can't.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet. #T1#
Smith working away.
Smith trying to control the action but Askren is working from the bottom.
Askren is trying to escape and get back to his feet.#SUB#
Smith working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Smith is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Askren is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Smith's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Smith tries to stand but his hand is stuck under Askren.
Askren wants to get back to full guard.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Askren trying to control from the bottom.
#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T3##TD#
Smith shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Askren is trying to defend but Smith finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Askren wants to control but Smith is keeping busy and won't allow it.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
The fighters are battling for position here. Askren manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Askren is trying to control the position but Smith postures up.
Smith wants to control from the top but Askren keeps moving. #SUB2#
Askren is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#T4##SUB2#
Askren looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Askren is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Smith looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Smith is looking for a triangle but Askren pushes his legs off easily.
#SU2#
Askren stands up and waves to Smith to follow him.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Smith throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Kyle Smith will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Smith throws a body kick that misses.
Askren leaves Smith with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Smith keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Askren misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Smith throws a series of punches but Askren avoids them all with ease.
Askren fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Kyle Smith has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jett Askren.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Askren shoots in but no luck this time.
Smith is looking to counter the offense by Askren and move into the clinch.
Smith stuffs the takedown attempt from Askren. Askren gets slowly back to his feet.
Askren avoids the head kick by Smith.
And Askren tries to counter it with a takedown but Smith pushes his down on his head and steps out.#T1#
Smith pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Askren is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Smith is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.#TD#
Smith feints and as Askren raises his hands in defense, Smith changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.#SUB2#
Smith got a little sloppy there for a moment and Askren has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Smith has managed to get both his arms back between Askren's legs - danger averted.
Askren trying to control the position.
Askren looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Askren looking to control.
#T2#
Askren throws a nice elbow from the bottom.
Smith stopping the sweep attempt from Askren.
Smith throwing strikes but missing.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Smith got a little sloppy there for a moment and Askren has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Smith has managed to get both his arms back between Askren's legs - danger averted.
Smith stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Askren swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Askren keeping moving, preventing Smith from controlling successfully. #T3#
Askren wants to control but Smith passes easily into half guard.
Askren is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Askren won't allow Smith to pass to mount.
Askren manages to get to full guard.
#SUB2#
Askren looking for a triangle here. Smith is fighting it but it looks tight! Askren pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Smith is tapping out - this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Jett Askren!
Jett Askren made sure to mention his sponsor, Hot Spunk in his post fight interview.
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