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Event:
BBG 6 -
Date: Apr 20, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 12 losses; Gul Dukat! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 8 losses; Big Dog Gracie!
The judges for this bout are Josh West, Jeff Smith and Roger Salmon.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Dukat rushes Gracie and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#TD#
Dukat is trying to trip Gracie. He has hold of a leg but Gracie is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Dukat persists though and gets the takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Dukat (2) vs (0) Gracie
Gracie is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Gracie keeping full guard, as Dukat tries to pass.
Gracie controls Dukat momentarily but Dukat frees himself.
Gracie wants to sweep here but Dukat controlling him for the moment.
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.
Dukat looking to pass the guard. #T1#
Gracie looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Dukat trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Gracie holds on and takes a little breather.
Dukat trying to control but Gracie is working from the bottom.
Dukat won't allow Gracie to sweep him here.
Dukat 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.
Gracie keeps trying to improve his position.
Gracie working a defensive guard here.
#T2#
Dukat wants to pass the guard but Gracie is keeping the position.
Gracie 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: Dukat (2) vs (2) Gracie
Dukat is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Dukat is pressing down on Gracie's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Gracie is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Dukat 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.#T3#
Gracie controls from within his opponent's guard. #SUB#
Dukat escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Gracie gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Dukat seems keen to control Gracie's posture.#T4#
Gracie preventing the sweep.
Dukat working a defensive guard here.
My spies in Steel Penn Training Den inform me that Gracie has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Dukat keeping full guard, as Gracie tries to pass.
Gracie controlling from the top position. #T5#
Gracie postures up.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Dukat holds on and takes a little breather.
Gracie 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.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Dukat holds on and takes a little breather. #T6#
Gracie controls from within his opponent's guard. #SUB#
Dukat has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Gracie can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Dukat looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Gracie tries to free his leg and advance position but Dukat is retaining full guard. #T7#
Dukat looking for a sweep. Not yet Dukat, not yet. #SUB#
Dukat is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Gracie defends well.
Dukat looking to hit a scissor sweep but Gracie is one step ahead there.
Dukat is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Dukat looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #T8#
Gracie trying to control but Dukat is working from the bottom.
Gracie pushes down on Dukat's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Dukat trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Gracie manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Dukat (2) vs (5) Gracie
Gracie tries to control but Dukat wriggling away. #T9#
Gracie prevents Dukat from getting the reversal.#SUB2#
Dukat tries to improve his position but Gracie has taken his back! Gracie has a choke - it's sunk in pretty tight... Will Dukat tap? No... maybe... yes! He's tapped! Gracie pushes Dukat away and gets up to celebrate with his corner!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 9:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Big Dog Gracie!
Big Dog Gracie tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool. |
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Event:
BBG 5 - Njagi vs Laperierre
Date: Mar 09, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 2 losses; Barkeep Quark! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 7 losses; Big Dog Gracie!
The judges for this bout are Micheangelo Fripello, Roger Salmon and Colin Fray.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Quark has closed the distance and engaged Gracie in a clinch.
#TD2#
Gracie ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Gracie no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Quark passes into half guard.
Gracie keeping control of the position.
Gracie tries to roll over but Quark keeps him under control.
Quark moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Quark (3) vs (0) Gracie
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Gracie is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Quark's leg. Oh but that's left an opportunity for Quark! He's got an arm triangle... it looks tight! He's rotating and Gracie has tapped! This one is allllll over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Barkeep Quark!
After winning the bout, Barkeep Quark thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
SSG 219 Doe vs Pushkin
Date: Oct 29, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 7 losses; Panda One! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 6 losses; Big Dog Gracie!
The judges for this bout are Edson Gomes, Emerson Jorge and Seu Braga.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.#TD#
One shoots in and gets a takedown into Gracie's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: One (2) vs (0) Gracie
One stays in close to Gracie's body and controls the position.
Gracie managing to control the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
One content to stall in guard here.
One stopping the sweep attempt from Gracie.#T1#
Gracie is adopting a defensive guard.
One stays in close to Gracie's body and controls the position.
Gracie has control of One's left arm, preventing One from doing any damage. #T2#
One stopping the sweep attempt from Gracie.
Gracie pulls One in close to prevent any damage.
One preventing the sweep.
One is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
One looking to pass the guard.
Gracie looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T3#
One not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Gracie wants to sweep but no luck.
One being controlled here momentarily.
Let's hope that Gracie 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.#T4#
Gracie 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.
Gracie working a defensive guard here.
Gracie working a defensive guard but One manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: One (5) vs (0) Gracie#T5#
Gracie tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but One wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Gracie struggling a bit here.
One gets to mount! Gracie was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. Score +2 for reaching mount: One (7) vs (0) Gracie
Gracie tries to hold on but One pushes him away.
Gracie is wriggling around trying to escape.
#T6#
Gracie tries to hold on but One pushes him away.
Gracie can't escape the position.
Gracie is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Gracie is trying desperately to improve position.
Gracie tries to control the position but One now has his back.
Score +3 for taking back: One (10) vs (0) Gracie
One gets his hands free as Gracie looks to control.
One has good solid back control here.
Gracie trying to control the hands but One won't let him. #T7#
One really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Gracie.
One seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Gracie is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#T8#
Gracie prevents One from getting a body triangle.
Gracie just trying to survive but One is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
One really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Gracie.
One doesn't have the hooks in and Gracie manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: One (10) vs (2) Gracie
One being controlled here, momentarily. #T9#
Gracie tries to free his leg and advance position but One is retaining full guard.
One being controlled here, momentarily.
Gracie tries to free his leg and advance position but One is retaining full guard.
One looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #T10#
Gracie stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. One swivels though and keeps the full guard.
One is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Gracie trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
One wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
One working a defensive guard here.
#T11#
Gracie trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Gracie wants to control from the top but One keeps moving.
Gracie pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. One is keeping the position for now. #T12#
One being controlled here, momentarily.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Gracie.
One seems keen to control Gracie's posture.
Gracie trying to control the position from guard on top but One is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
My spies in Steel Penn Training Den inform me that Gracie has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#T13#
Gracie tries to free his leg and advance position but One is retaining full guard.
One keeping moving, preventing Gracie from controlling successfully.
One being controlled here, momentarily.
One might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Gracie's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T14#
More stalling from Gracie.
One is trying to hold Gracie in close to prevent damage but Gracie has managed to pass into half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
One takes the fight on points by 10 to 2. |
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Event:
SSG 215 Banner vs Doe
Date: Oct 15, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 22 wins and 27 losses; Ken Vrjalya! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 6 losses; Big Dog Gracie!
The judges for this bout are Steve Smith, William Peck and Yves DeLean.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
Gracie gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Vrjalya (2) vs (0) Gracie
Gracie 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.
Vrjalya is looking to advance position but Gracie has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Vrjalya (2) vs (4) Gracie
Gracie looking to control but Vrjalya is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Gracie wants to take his opponent's back but Vrjalya doesn't allow it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gracie content just to control the position here.
Vrjalya is looking to improve his position but Gracie isn't that keen on the idea.#T1#
Vrjalya wants to control but Gracie is having none of it.
Gracie prevents Vrjalya from getting the reversal.
Gracie trying to control but Vrjalya is having none of it.
Gracie is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Gracie controlling his opponent. #T2#
Gracie wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Vrjalya is in all sorts of trouble here.
Gracie tries to control but Vrjalya wriggling away.
Vrjalya is in all sorts of trouble here.
Gracie looking to control and managing it successfully. #T3#
Gracie with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Vrjalya is wriggling around trying to escape.
Gracie takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Vrjalya tries to hold on but Gracie postures up.
Vrjalya is desperately trying to improve his position but Gracie has a good base and remains in mount.
Vrjalya is controlling an arm, preventing Gracie from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
#T4#
Vrjalya working to try and regain half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Vrjalya is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Vrjalya tries to improve his position but Gracie has taken his back! Gracie has a choke - it's sunk in pretty tight... Will Vrjalya tap? No... maybe... yes! He's tapped! Gracie pushes Vrjalya away and gets up to celebrate with his corner!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Big Dog Gracie!
Big Dog Gracie bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it. |
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Event:
SSG 204 Johnson vs Elvul
Date: Sep 24, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 5 losses; Big Dog Gracie! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 21 wins and 26 losses; Cyrus Ozymandias!
The judges for this bout are Dillan Fox, Gregory Folan and William Peck.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Ozymandias shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Ozymandias was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Gracie (0) vs (4) Ozymandias
Ozymandias is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Gracie's shoulder. That is not cool.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gracie tries to bench press Ozymandias off him but Ozymandias keeps the position.
Ozymandias is looking to take a break and control but Gracie is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Gracie is looking to regain half guard here but Ozymandias keeps moving and retains side control.
Gracie is working hard here to advance position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ozymandias controls the position.
Ozymandias is looking to take a break and control but Gracie is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Gracie manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #T1#
Ozymandias tries to pass the half guard into mount. Gracie knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Ozymandias keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Gracie tries to roll over but Ozymandias keeps him under control.
Ozymandias with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ozymandias is looking to advance position but Gracie won't allow it.
Gracie wants to get back to full guard.
Ozymandias trying to control the pace.
Gracie moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T2#
Ozymandias is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Let's hope that Ozymandias 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.
Ozymandias trying to control the position from guard on top but Gracie is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Gracie controlling the position.
Gracie continues to stall.#T3#
Ozymandias stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Gracie swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Gracie 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.
Ozymandias trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Gracie is controlling Ozymandias's posture.
Ozymandias controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Ozymandias stopping the sweep attempt from Gracie.
Gracie keeping moving, preventing Ozymandias from controlling successfully.
Gracie trying to control the position here. #T4#
Ozymandias trying to control the position from guard on top but Gracie is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Gracie looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
We've been hearing good reports from Gracie'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#
Gracie throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Ozymandias is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Ozymandias.
Gracie keeping full guard, as Ozymandias tries to pass. #T5#
Ozymandias is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Ozymandias wants to control from the top but Gracie keeps moving.
Ozymandias controls from within his opponent's guard.
Gracie has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Ozymandias wants to pass the guard but Gracie is keeping the position.#T6#
Gracie is controlling Ozymandias's posture.
Ozymandias stays in close to Gracie's body and controls the position.
Gracie keeping full guard, as Ozymandias tries to pass.
Gracie bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Ozymandias's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gracie (2) vs (4) Ozymandias
Gracie preventing the sweep.
Ozymandias working a defensive guard here.
#T7#
Ozymandias looking to hit a scissor sweep but Gracie is one step ahead there.
Ozymandias has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Gracie trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Gracie controlling from the top position.
Ozymandias has his hands on Gracie's head, controlling the position. #T8#
Ozymandias is trying to keep Gracie in close.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Ozymandias is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gracie (2) vs (6) Ozymandias
Ozymandias controlling from the top position.
Ozymandias preventing the sweep.
Ozymandias advances to half guard.
Ozymandias with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T9#
Ozymandias trying to mount his opponent but Gracie defends it.
Ozymandias looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Gracie wants to get back to full guard.
Gracie won't allow Ozymandias to pass to mount.
Gracie makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Gracie.
Ozymandias is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Yet more stalling tactics from Ozymandias.
Ozymandias wants to control from the top but Gracie keeps moving. #T10#
Gracie is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Ozymandias controlling from the top position.
Ozymandias trying to control the position from guard on top but Gracie is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ozymandias sitting in guard here, content to control. #T11#
Ozymandias trying to control but Gracie is working from the bottom.
Ozymandias looking to sit in guard and control but Gracie gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gracie (4) vs (6) Ozymandias
Ozymandias wants to sweep here but Gracie controlling him for the moment.
Gracie showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Gracie has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Gracie stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ozymandias swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T12#
Gracie controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Gracie looking to pass the guard.
Ozymandias is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Gracie pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ozymandias is keeping the position for now.
Ozymandias trying to control the position.
Gracie 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. #T13#
Gracie trying to control but Ozymandias is working from the bottom.
Ozymandias is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Gracie preventing the sweep.
Gracie engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Ozymandias is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Ozymandias is adopting a defensive guard.#T14#
Ozymandias keeping moving, preventing Gracie from controlling successfully.
Ozymandias can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Gracie controls the pace.
Ozymandias manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Gracie manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gracie (4) vs (8) Ozymandias
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Gracie being controlled here, momentarily.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ozymandias wins on points by 8 to 4.
Cyrus Ozymandias managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Silverback Sweatshop, into his post fight interview. |
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Event:
SSG 186 Doe vs Vrjalya
Date: Aug 13, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 22 wins and 19 losses; Scott Hall! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 4 losses; Big Dog Gracie!
The judges for this bout are Yves DeLean, Trevor Gratis and Alec Ball.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
Hall closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hall (2) vs (0) Gracie
Hall performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Gracie tries to get to full guard but Hall has control of the leg.
Hall trying to control the pace.
Hall looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hall is figuring out what he wants to do next.#T1#
Hall works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Hall (5) vs (0) Gracie
Hall controlling the position easily from mount.
Gracie is looking to get to half guard.
Hall controlling from the full mount. #T2#
Gracie is wriggling around trying to escape.
Hall sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Gracie is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Hall controlling the pace for now.
Hall fails to move to back control.
Hall looking to control and managing it successfully. #T3#
Gracie is trying to escape the mount but Hall keeps good control and instead manages to take Gracie's back.
Score +3 for taking back: Hall (8) vs (0) Gracie
A bit of a pause in the action here. Hall controlling the positon.
I really don't envy Gracie right now.
Gracie is still trying to improve position.
Gracie trying to control the position but Hall manages to sink in the hooks.
Hall really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Gracie.#T4#
Gracie just trying to survive but Hall is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Hall has good solid back control here. #T5#
Hall has the hooks in. Gracie is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Gracie keeps trying to improve his position.
Gracie trying to control the hands but Hall won't let him.
Hall controls the position.
Hall will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Hall'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.#T6#
Hall seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Gracie for as long as he can get away with.
Hall gets his hands free as Gracie looks to control.
Hall controlling from the back.
I really don't envy Gracie right now.
#T7#
Hall controlling from the back.
Gracie is trying to break free.
Hall 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.
Hall trying to control.
Gracie is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T8#
Further stalling from Hall.
A lull in the action here.
Hall biding his time, controlling Gracie.
Gracie looking very determined here, making life difficult for Hall.
#T9#
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gracie is keeping busy.
Hall controls the action.
Hall struggling to keep hold of the position.
Hall controlling from the back.#T10#
Hall continues to stall.
Hall not allowing Gracie to control his hands.
Hall controls the position.
Hall wants to control but Gracie is keeping busy.#T11#
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Gracie trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Hall really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Gracie.
Gracie is in bad spot here.
Hall controls the action.
Gracie trying to control but not successfully. #T12#
I really don't envy Gracie right now.
Hall really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Gracie.
More hug and hope from Hall.#T13#
If it seems like I'm not saying a lot, it's just because Hall is stinking the place up with his stalling.
Gracie staying busy and making it hard for Hall to control. #T14#
Hall controlling well, preventing Gracie from escaping the position.
Hall not allowing Gracie to control his hands.
Hall is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Hall is not going to allow Gracie to sit and survive in this position.
Hall just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Hall takes the fight on points by 8 to 0.
Scott Hall gave a mention to Silverback Sweatshop in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales). |
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Event:
CWC 397
Date: Jul 09, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 4 losses; Big Dog Gracie! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 23 wins and 43 losses; Ruben Gracie!
The judges for this bout are Cecil Peabody, Stewart Dunkirk and Alan Glass.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Big Dog Gracie closes the distance and clinches up with Ruben Gracie, looking for a takedown. Big Dog Gracie pushes Ruben Gracie against the ropes but Ruben Gracie circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.#CL#
Big Dog Gracie clinches up with Ruben Gracie and pushes him back against the ropes.#TD#
Big Dog Gracie has hold of one of Ruben Gracie's legs. Ruben Gracie is fighting the takedown attempt but Big Dog Gracie gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Big Dog Gracie (2) vs (0) Ruben Gracie
Big Dog Gracie controls from within his opponent's guard.
Big Dog Gracie seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Ruben Gracie for as long as he can get away with.#SUB2#
Ruben Gracie looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Big Dog Gracie's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Big Dog Gracie's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#SUB2#
Ruben Gracie is looking for a triangle but Big Dog Gracie pushes his legs off easily.
Ruben Gracie can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Big Dog Gracie controls the pace.#T1#
Big Dog Gracie has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T2#
Big Dog Gracie wants to pass the guard but Ruben Gracie is keeping the position.
Big Dog Gracie slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Ruben Gracie keeping full guard, as Big Dog Gracie tries to pass. #SUB2#
Ruben Gracie is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Big Dog Gracie is aware though and is defending well.
Ruben Gracie being controlled here, momentarily.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Big Dog Gracie looking to pass the guard. #T3#
Big Dog Gracie 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.
Big Dog Gracie advances to half guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Big Dog Gracie'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.
Big Dog Gracie performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Big Dog Gracie is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Big Dog Gracie (5) vs (0) Ruben Gracie#T4#
Big Dog Gracie content just to control the position here.
Big Dog Gracie can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Ruben Gracie is looking to escape.
Ruben Gracie tries to hold on but Big Dog Gracie pushes him away.
Big Dog Gracie looking to control and managing it successfully.
This is a sustained period of stalling by Big Dog Gracie.
Ruben Gracie is squirming around, avoiding Big Dog Gracie's attempts to control the action. #T5#
Big Dog Gracie controlling from mount.
Ruben Gracie is looking to get to half guard.
Big Dog Gracie content just to control the position here.
Big Dog Gracie continues to hold on tight.#T6#
Ruben Gracie is looking to get to half guard.
Big Dog Gracie controlling from the full mount. #SUB#
Big Dog Gracie goes for an armbar but Ruben Gracie turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Ruben Gracie. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Big Dog Gracie (5) vs (2) Ruben Gracie#T7#
Big Dog Gracie looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ruben Gracie is one step ahead there.
Big Dog Gracie manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Ruben Gracie manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Big Dog Gracie (7) vs (2) Ruben Gracie
Big Dog Gracie content to stall in guard here.
Big Dog Gracie stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ruben Gracie swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T8#
Big Dog Gracie is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Big Dog Gracie passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Big Dog Gracie (10) vs (2) Ruben Gracie
Big Dog Gracie staying calm.
Ruben Gracie is trying to improve his position.#T9#
Big Dog Gracie taking a breather here.
Big Dog Gracie trying to control the action but Ruben Gracie is working from the bottom. #T10#
Big Dog Gracie in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Big Dog Gracie tries to advance to mount but can't.
Big Dog Gracie controlling the position.
Ruben Gracie is looking to reverse the position.#T11#
Ruben Gracie keeps trying to improve his position.
Ruben Gracie wants to control but Big Dog Gracie postures up.
Big Dog Gracie in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Ruben Gracie stops Big Dog Gracie from passing to mount.
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.
Ruben Gracie wants to control but Big Dog Gracie postures up.
Ruben Gracie tries to bench press Big Dog Gracie off him but Big Dog Gracie keeps the position.
Ruben Gracie gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Big Dog Gracie works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Big Dog Gracie (13) vs (2) Ruben Gracie
Big Dog Gracie controlling his opponent. #T12#
Further stalling from Big Dog Gracie.#T13#
Ruben Gracie is squirming around, avoiding Big Dog Gracie's attempts to control the action.
Ruben Gracie is working to get back to half guard.
Big Dog Gracie controlling the position easily from mount.
Big Dog Gracie continues to stall.#T14#
Big Dog Gracie tries to control but Ruben Gracie wriggling away.
Big Dog Gracie controlling the pace for now.
Ruben Gracie can't escape the position.
Big Dog Gracie looking to control but Ruben Gracie is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Ruben Gracie is desperately trying to improve his position but Big Dog Gracie has a good base and remains in mount.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Big Dog Gracie controlling from mount.
And that's the end of the fight!
Big Dog Gracie takes the fight on points by 13 to 2.
In his post fight interview, Big Dog Gracie started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception. |
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Event:
CWC 387
Date: Jun 18, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 6 losses; Ricky Clubber! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 3 losses; Big Dog Gracie!
The judges for this bout are Paulo Santos, Matheus Silva and Alexandre Firmino.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Gracie rushes Clubber and presses him up against the cage.
Gracie tries for a takedown but Clubber manages to get underhooks.
#TD#
Clubber tightens his grip and picks Gracie up, before dumping him to the ground. Gracie manages to land in guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Clubber (2) vs (0) Gracie
Gracie 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.
Clubber has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.#SUB2#
Gracie has an active guard here but Clubber has managed to pass into half guard.
Gracie is looking to improve his position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Clubber is looking for a kimura here.
Clubber trying to pass the guard but Gracie defending well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gracie manages to get to full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Clubber wants to control from the top but Gracie keeps moving. #T1#
Gracie wants to control but Clubber passes easily into half guard.
Gracie wants to get back to full guard.
Gracie is staying active underneath Clubber, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Gracie manages to get to full guard.
Gracie keeping full guard, as Clubber tries to pass.
Gracie is trying to keep Clubber in close.
Gracie 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: Clubber (2) vs (2) Gracie
Clubber is looking to control Gracie's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Clubber avoid being mounted?#T2#
Gracie controlling the action here.
Clubber won't allow Gracie to pass to mount.
Clubber is looking to improve his position.
Clubber wants to control but Gracie is keeping busy.
Clubber is looking to improve his position.
Gracie performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T3#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Gracie wants to pass to mount but Clubber is defending the position. #SUB2#
Gracie is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Gracie with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #SUB#
Clubber looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T4#
Gracie is looking to take a break and control but Clubber is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Gracie controlling the pace.
Gracie is looking to advance position but Clubber won't allow it.
Clubber is trying to control but can't.
Gracie slows the pace down in half guard. #SUB2#
Gracie seems to be working for a kimura but Clubber defends the submission attempt.
Gracie uses his free foot to push down on Clubber's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Clubber. Score +3 for passing guard: Clubber (2) vs (5) Gracie
My spies in Steel Penn Training Den inform me that Gracie has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#T5#
Gracie controlling from the full mount.
Clubber regains half guard.
Gracie wants to lay and pray for a moment but Clubber keeps working.
Clubber works his way to full guard. Good work.
Gracie won't allow Clubber to sweep him here. #SUB#
Clubber working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Gracie doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Gracie manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Gracie wants to control from the top but Clubber keeps moving. #T6#
Gracie looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Clubber trying to keep a closed guard but Gracie is proving a slippery customer.
Gracie looking to sit in guard and control but Clubber gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Clubber (4) vs (5) Gracie
Clubber sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Gracie's guard.
Gracie manages to get to full guard.
Clubber preventing the sweep. #T7#
Gracie pulls Clubber in close to prevent any damage.
Gracie looking for a sweep. Not yet Gracie, not yet.
Gracie trying to keep a closed guard but Clubber is proving a slippery customer.
Clubber preventing the sweep.
Gracie is still trying to improve position.
Clubber passes Gracie's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Clubber is looking to take a break and control but Gracie is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Gracie wants to improve his position but Clubber is controlling well.
#SUB#
Clubber is working for a kimura but Gracie is defending it quite comfortably.
#T8#
Gracie has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Clubber is working away from the top position though.
Clubber wants to pass to mount but Gracie is defending the position.
Gracie moves into full guard.
Clubber won't allow Gracie to sweep him here.
Clubber trying to control but Gracie is working from the bottom.
Gracie has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Clubber has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Clubber (7) vs (5) Gracie
Gracie tries to buck Clubber off but Clubber is having none of it.#T9#
You can see the frustration on Gracie's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB#
Clubber is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Gracie knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Gracie gets back to half guard.
Gracie is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Clubber looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Gracie tries to roll over but Clubber keeps him under control.
Gracie is controlling Clubber's trapped leg to prevent Clubber from advancing to side control.#T10#
Clubber trying to control from half guard but Gracie is working away.
Clubber looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Gracie tries to roll over but Clubber keeps him under control.
Gracie trying to control here.
Gracie is looking to improve his position.
Gracie is concentrating on defense, preventing Clubber from advancing position.
Gracie is staying active underneath Clubber, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB#
Clubber is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#T11#
Gracie is looking for a sweep. Clubber is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Clubber is trying to control the action in half guard but Gracie is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Clubber passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Clubber (10) vs (5) Gracie
Gracie is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Gracie sneaks back into half guard.
Gracie tries to get to full guard but Clubber has control of the leg. #T12##SUB#
Clubber is looking for a kimura here.
Gracie trying to control here.
Clubber is pressing down on Gracie's thigh, looking to free his foot. Gracie is holding on for now.
Gracie is trying to get back to full guard.
Clubber is thwarting Gracie's attempts to control the position.
Gracie makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Gracie.#T13#
Gracie not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Gracie wants to sweep but no luck.
Gracie manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Clubber manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Clubber (10) vs (7) Gracie
Clubber is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Gracie trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Clubber manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Clubber (12) vs (7) Gracie
Gracie keeping moving, preventing Clubber from controlling successfully.
Clubber won't allow Gracie to sweep him here.
Clubber sitting in guard here, content to control. #T14#
Clubber is pushing down on Gracie's leg trying to pass to half guard. Gracie is fighting to maintain full guard but Clubber has managed to sneak the leg through.
Gracie is looking to control Clubber's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Gracie avoid being mounted?
Gracie is pressing down on Clubber's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Clubber trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Clubber trying to control the position from guard on top but Gracie is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Gracie trying to control the position here.
Clubber 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.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Gracie 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.
And that's the end of the fight!
Clubber takes the fight on points by 12 to 7.
A relieved looking Ricky Clubber thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
CWC 381
Date: May 28, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 11 losses; Richard Anderson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 3 losses; Big Dog Gracie!
The judges for this bout are Dillan Fox, Alec Ball and Trevor Gratis.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL2#
Gracie moves into the clinch successfully.
Anderson is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Gracie is defending well.
Anderson has been working on his balance at Jed's Gym, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Gracie.
Anderson prevents a takedown attempt there.
Gracie has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Anderson is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Anderson goes for a takedown attempt but Gracie pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
#CL2#
Gracie clinches up against the cage.
Gracie can't get the takedown.
Richard Anderson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Big Dog Gracie.
Gracie is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Anderson is defending well.#TD2#
Gracie lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Anderson (0) vs (2) Gracie
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Anderson looking for submissions off his back.
Gracie content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gracie uses his free foot to push down on Anderson's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Anderson. Score +3 for passing guard: Anderson (0) vs (5) Gracie#T1#
Gracie trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Gracie tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
My spies in Steel Penn Training Den inform me that Gracie has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Gracie trying to control but Anderson is having none of it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gracie content just to control the position here. #T2#
Gracie prevents Anderson from getting the reversal.
Gracie controlling from mount.
Anderson is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Gracie wants to control the pace but Anderson is squirming around nicely.
Anderson manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Gracie with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T3#
Gracie frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Anderson (0) vs (8) Gracie
Gracie sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Gracie tries to control but Anderson wriggling away.
Gracie controlling his opponent.
Anderson tries to hold on but Gracie postures up.
Gracie looking to control and managing it successfully.
Anderson is squirming around, avoiding Gracie's attempts to control the action. #T4#
Gracie tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Anderson tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Gracie content just to control the position here.
Anderson is trying desperately to improve position.
Gracie controlling from the full mount.
It looks like Gracie 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.#T5#
Gracie wants to control the pace but Anderson is squirming around nicely.
Gracie might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Anderson haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Gracie looking to control and managing it successfully. #T6#
Gracie can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Anderson is looking to escape.
Gracie controlling the pace for now.
Gracie prevents Anderson from getting the reversal.
Anderson is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Gracie looking to control but Anderson is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Gracie content just to control the position here.
Gracie prevents Anderson from getting the reversal.
Gracie looking to control but Anderson is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T7#
Anderson wants to control but Gracie is having none of it.
Anderson is trying desperately to improve position.
Gracie looking to control and managing it successfully.
Gracie trying to control but Anderson is having none of it. #T8#
Gracie content just to control the position here.
Anderson is squirming around, avoiding Gracie's attempts to control the action.
Anderson wants to control but Gracie is having none of it.
Gracie looking to control but Anderson is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Gracie takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T9#
Gracie's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
More stalling from Gracie.
Gracie looking to control but Anderson is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T10#
Anderson is looking to get to half guard.
Gracie takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Gracie trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Anderson is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#T11#
Gracie controlling the position easily from mount.
Anderson is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Gracie takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Gracie looking to control but Anderson is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T12#
Anderson can't escape the position.
Gracie tries to control but Anderson wriggling away.
Gracie takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Anderson tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Anderson regains half guard.#SUB2#
Gracie is looking for a kimura here.
#T13#
Gracie prevents Anderson from improving his position.
Gracie seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Gracie trying to control from half guard but Anderson is working away.
Gracie slows the pace down in half guard. #T14#
Gracie prevents Anderson from improving his position.
Gracie not doing much here.
#SUB2#
Gracie is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Anderson sees it coming and defends easily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Still in half guard, Gracie seems content to control.
And that's the end of the fight!
Gracie wins on points by 8 to 0.
Big Dog Gracie bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it. |
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Event:
CWC 377
Date: May 14, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 2 losses; Paul Gascoigne! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 3 losses; Big Dog Gracie!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Don Winkell and Timothy Bukovac.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Gracie drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Gascoigne gets the underhooks and prevents it.
#TD2#
Gracie turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Gracie manages to end up in side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Gascoigne (0) vs (4) Gracie
Gascoigne is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Gracie takes a little break here. Gascoigne wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Gracie tries to move to mount but Gascoigne blocks the move with his legs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gascoigne is looking for a sweep.
Gascoigne looking for a sweep but Gracie has passed into full mount! Oh no! Score +2 for reaching mount: Gascoigne (0) vs (6) Gracie
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gracie sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T1#
Gascoigne wants to hold on but Gracie pushes him away.
Gracie trying to control but Gascoigne is having none of it.
Gracie controlling the position easily from mount.
Gascoigne tries to get back to half guard but can't. #SUB2#
Gracie looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Gracie tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Gascoigne is squirming around, avoiding Gracie's attempts to control the action.
Gascoigne is working to get back to half guard.
#T2#
Gracie takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Gascoigne keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Gracie wants to control the pace but Gascoigne is squirming around nicely.
Gracie controlling from the full mount.
Gascoigne tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Gracie wants to control the pace but Gascoigne is squirming around nicely.
Gracie prevents Gascoigne from getting the reversal.
Gracie controlling from the full mount. #T3#
Gascoigne is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Gracie controlling his opponent.
Gracie prevents Gascoigne from getting the reversal.
Gascoigne 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.
Gracie with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
It looks like Gracie 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.
Gracie is thwarting Gascoigne's attempts to control the position.
Gracie takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Gracie passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Gascoigne! Score +3 for passing guard: Gascoigne (0) vs (9) Gracie#T4#
Gracie tries to control but Gascoigne wriggling away.
Gracie controlling the pace for now.
Gascoigne tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Gracie looking to control and managing it successfully.
Gracie's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T5#
Gascoigne keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Gracie controlling from mount.
Gracie trying to control but Gascoigne is having none of it.
Gracie controlling from mount.
Gracie avoids the attempt from Gascoigne to control.#T6#
Gascoigne is trying desperately to improve position.
Gascoigne is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Gracie takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Gracie trying to control but Gascoigne is having none of it.
Gracie is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Gracie looking to control and managing it successfully. #T7#
Gascoigne really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gracie trying to control but Gascoigne is having none of it.
Gracie might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Gascoigne haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Gascoigne regains half guard.
Gracie content to control rather than advance.
Gascoigne is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Gracie looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #T8#
Gracie prevents Gascoigne from improving his position.
Gracie frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Gascoigne (0) vs (12) Gracie
Gracie controlling from the full mount.
Gascoigne tries to lock up and control but Gracie gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Gracie controlling from the full mount.
Gracie looking to control but Gascoigne is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Gracie avoids the attempt from Gascoigne to control.
Gracie sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Gascoigne is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#T9#
Gracie wants to control the pace but Gascoigne is squirming around nicely.
Gracie controlling the pace for now.
My spies in Steel Penn Training Den inform me that Gracie has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Gascoigne keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Gracie sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Gascoigne is wriggling around trying to escape.
#T10#
Gracie sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Let's hope that Gracie 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.
Gascoigne wants to control but Gracie is having none of it.
Gracie tries to control but Gascoigne wriggling away.
Gascoigne is in all sorts of trouble here.
#T11#
Gracie controlling his opponent.
Gracie tries to control but Gascoigne wriggling away.
Gracie avoids the attempt from Gascoigne to control.
Gascoigne tries to reverse the position but Gracie maintains control.
Gracie wants to control the pace but Gascoigne is squirming around nicely.
Gracie tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Gascoigne tries to hold on but Gracie postures up.
Gracie controlling from the full mount. #T12#
Gracie is continuing to stall.
Gascoigne is squirming around, avoiding Gracie's attempts to control the action.
Gascoigne keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Gascoigne wants to control but Gracie is having none of it.
Gracie controlling his opponent.
Gascoigne wants to control but Gracie is having none of it.#T13#
Gracie controlling his opponent.
Gracie trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Gracie content just to control the position here.
Gascoigne can't escape the position.
Gracie controlling his opponent.
Gascoigne is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#T14#
Gracie takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
More stalling from Gracie.
Gascoigne manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Still in half guard, Gracie seems content to control.
Gascoigne is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Gracie works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Gascoigne (0) vs (15) Gracie
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Gracie sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Gracie tries to control but Gascoigne wriggling away.
And that's the end of the fight!
Gracie wins on points by 15 to 0.
Big Dog Gracie decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little. |
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Event:
CWC 370
Date: Apr 30, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 15 losses; Scott Hall! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 2 losses; Big Dog Gracie!
The judges for this bout are Seu Braga, Luis Engracia and Emerson Jorge.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Gracie gets in close and instigates a clinch. #TD2#
Gracie has hold of one of Hall's legs. Hall is fighting the takedown attempt but Gracie gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hall (0) vs (2) Gracie
Hall has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hall can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Gracie controls the pace.
Let's hope that Gracie 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.
Hall is adopting a defensive guard.
Gracie wants to pass the guard but Hall is keeping the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Hall is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hall (2) vs (2) Gracie
Hall tries to free his leg and advance position but Gracie is retaining full guard. #T1#
Hall stopping the sweep attempt from Gracie.
Gracie looking to control.
Hall advances to half guard.
Gracie tries to get to full guard but Hall has control of the leg.
Hall is pressing down on Gracie's thigh, looking to free his foot. Gracie is holding on for now.
Gracie wants to control but Hall is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Gracie moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Hall is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Hall forces his way into half guard.
Hall seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Hall's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hall tries to pass to full mount but Gracie defends it. #T2#
Hall is thwarting Gracie's attempts to control the position.
Hall stalling.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Gracie is looking for a sweep. Hall is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Gracie is looking to get back to full guard here but Hall has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Hall (5) vs (2) Gracie
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Gracie tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Gracie is still trying to improve position.
Hall in side control, just content to control the action for now. #T3#
Gracie tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Hall controlling the position from side mount.
Gracie tries to improve position but can't.
Hall is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Gracie will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Gracie is looking to reverse the position.
Hall takes a little break here. Gracie wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Gracie is looking for a sweep.#T4#
Hall taking a breather here.
Hall is looking to take a break and control but Gracie is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Hall will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Hall controls the position.
Hall wants to control but Gracie is keeping him busy.
Gracie struggling a bit here.
Hall wants to lay and pray for a moment but Gracie keeps working.
Gracie tries to improve position but can't. #T5#
Gracie is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Hall's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Gracie is looking to control Hall's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Gracie avoid being mounted?
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Gracie moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Hall sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Gracie pulls Hall in close to his closed guard and prevents Hall from doing any damage or advancing position.#T6#
Gracie manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Hall manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hall (5) vs (4) Gracie
Gracie tries to free his leg and advance position but Hall is retaining full guard.
Hall has control of Gracie's left arm, preventing Gracie from doing any damage.
Gracie preventing the sweep.
Gracie sitting in guard here, content to control.
Hall is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Hall 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.
Hall being controlled here, momentarily.
Hall is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T7#
Hall can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Gracie controls the pace.
Gracie pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hall is keeping the position for now.
Hall 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: Hall (7) vs (4) Gracie
Gracie wants to improve his position but Hall is controlling well.
Hall is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Gracie wants to control but Hall is keeping busy.
Well, if Hall 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.
#T8#
Gracie is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Hall keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Hall uses his free foot to push down on Gracie's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Gracie. Score +3 for passing guard: Hall (10) vs (4) Gracie
Gracie is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Hall controlling the position easily from mount. #T9#
Gracie really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Hall controlling from mount.
Hall looking to control but Gracie is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Gracie working to try and regain half guard.
#T10#
Hall wants to take Gracie's back here but Gracie is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Hall tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Gracie manages to regain half guard. Good work. #SUB2#
Gracie looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Hall in particular looking to stall.
Hall is thwarting Gracie's attempts to control the position.
Gracie manages to get to full guard.
Gracie tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T11#
Hall passes Gracie's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Gracie wants to improve his position but Hall is controlling well.
Hall content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Gracie tries to roll over but Hall keeps him under control.
Hall tries to pass to full mount but Gracie defends it. #SUB2#
Gracie is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Hall pulls his head out easily.
Hall takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Gracie wants to improve his position but Hall is controlling well.
Gracie keeps trying to improve his position.#T12#
Hall looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Gracie wants to get back to full guard.
Hall tries to pass to full mount but Gracie defends it.
Gracie moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Gracie is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hall (10) vs (6) Gracie
Hall is pulling down on Gracie's head. It's preventing any offense from Gracie, at least for the moment.
Gracie stopping the sweep attempt from Hall.
Gracie trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T13#
Hall tries to land a sweep but no joy.
My spies in Steel Penn Training Den inform me that Gracie has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Gracie 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.
Gracie stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hall swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hall is trying to keep Gracie in close.
Gracie showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Hall pulls Gracie in close to prevent any damage.
Hall looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Gracie is stalling in the full guard.
Hall controls Gracie momentarily but Gracie frees himself.
Gracie trying to control the position from guard on top but Hall is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T14#
Gracie is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Hall wants to sweep but no luck.
Hall trying to control the position here.
Gracie controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Gracie trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Gracie trying to control but Hall is working from the bottom.
Hall is pulling down on Gracie's head to control his posture.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hall takes the fight on points by 10 to 6.
Scott Hall made sure to mention his sponsor, Silverback Sweatshop in his post fight interview. |
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Event:
CWC 367
Date: Apr 23, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 2 losses; Big Dog Gracie! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 13 losses; Jari Laitila!
The judges for this bout are Ian Loll, Dillan Fox and Steve Smith.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL#
Laitila tries to keep at a distance but Gracie has taken the fight into the clinch.
Laitila jumps guard but Gracie turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Gracie is looking to take this one to the mat.#TD#
Gracie gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Laitila regains guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Gracie (2) vs (0) Laitila
Gracie wants to control from the top but Laitila keeps moving.
Gracie stopping the sweep attempt from Laitila.
Gracie sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Laitila's guard.
Gracie looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Laitila 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.
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.
Gracie controlling the pace. #T1#
Gracie frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Gracie (5) vs (0) Laitila
Gracie content just to control the position here.
We've been hearing good reports from Gracie'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#
Laitila manages to control the position for a moment.
Gracie controlling the pace for now.
Gracie tries to control but Laitila wriggling away.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Gracie tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Gracie wants to control the pace but Laitila is squirming around nicely.
Gracie controlling his opponent. #T4#
Gracie'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.
Gracie tries to control but Laitila wriggling away.
Gracie content just to control the position here.
Gracie prevents Laitila from getting the reversal.
Gracie trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Gracie controlling from the full mount. #T5#
Laitila tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Laitila tries to hold on but Gracie pushes him away.
Gracie takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Laitila manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Gracie is pressing down on Laitila's thigh, looking to free his foot. Laitila is holding on for now.
Gracie content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Gracie tries to pass the half guard into mount. Laitila knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #T6##SUB#
Gracie is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Gracie looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Laitila is staying active underneath Gracie, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Gracie not doing much here.
Gracie trying to control from half guard but Laitila is working away. #T7#
Gracie is pressing down on Laitila's thigh, looking to free his foot. Laitila is holding on for now.
Laitila keeping hold of Gracie's head, controlling as best he can.
Laitila won't allow Gracie to pass to mount.
Gracie performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Gracie passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Gracie (8) vs (0) Laitila#T8#
Gracie controlling from the full mount.
Laitila tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Gracie sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Gracie looking to control but Laitila is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Gracie looking to control and managing it successfully. #T9#
Laitila keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Gracie controlling his opponent.
Laitila is looking to improve his position but Gracie isn't that keen on the idea.#T10#
Gracie controlling the position easily from mount.
Gracie tries to control but Laitila wriggling away.
Gracie tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Gracie can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Laitila is looking to escape.
Gracie sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T11#
Laitila tries to reverse the position but Gracie maintains control.
Gracie controlling the position easily from mount.
Gracie wants to control the pace but Laitila is squirming around nicely.
Laitila is wriggling around trying to escape.
#T12#
Gracie controlling the position easily from mount.
Laitila is squirming around, avoiding Gracie's attempts to control the action.
Gracie content just to control the position here.
Gracie can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Laitila is looking to escape.
Gracie takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T13#
Gracie seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Laitila for as long as he can get away with.
Gracie trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Gracie is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Laitila is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Laitila gets back to half guard.
Gracie takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#T14#
Gracie trying to control the action but Laitila is working from the bottom.
Laitila is trying to get back to full guard.
Gracie wants to pass to mount but Laitila is defending the position.
Gracie with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Laitila wants to control but Gracie is keeping busy.
And that's the end of the fight!
Gracie takes the fight on points by 8 to 0.
After the fight, Big Dog Gracie 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:
CWC 364
Date: Apr 16, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 14 losses; Anthony Lavicci! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 2 losses; Big Dog Gracie!
The judges for this bout are Josh West, Chris Saunders and Ryoma Takatsuka.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Gracie closes the distance and pushes Lavicci back into the cage.
Gracie changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Lavicci fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Lavicci circles away from the clinch attempt.
Lavicci 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 sprawl there from Gracie as Lavicci shoots in.#CL2#
Gracie closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Lavicci gets underhooks to prevent Gracie's takedown attempt.
Gracie drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Lavicci gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Anthony Lavicci has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Big Dog Gracie.
Lavicci looking for a takedown.
Lavicci prevents a takedown attempt there.
Lavicci stops a takedown attempt from Gracie.
#TD#
Lavicci has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Gracie regains guard immediately. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Lavicci (2) vs (0) Gracie
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gracie looking for a sweep. Not yet Gracie, not yet.
Lavicci tries to free his leg and advance position but Gracie is retaining full guard.
Lavicci passes Gracie's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Gracie wants to control but Lavicci is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T1#
Gracie wants to improve his position but Lavicci is controlling well.
Gracie keeping control of the position.
Lavicci not doing much here.
Gracie desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Gracie is looking for a sweep. Lavicci is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T2##SUB2#
Gracie 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.
Gracie wants to control but Lavicci is keeping busy.
Gracie tries to roll over but Lavicci keeps him under control.
Gracie is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Gracie keeps trying to improve his position.#T3#
Lavicci not doing much here.
Gracie tries to get to full guard but Lavicci has control of the leg.
Gracie works his way to full guard. Good work.
Gracie working a defensive guard here.
Lavicci won't allow Gracie to sweep him here.
Lavicci content to stall in guard here.
Gracie trying to keep a closed guard but Lavicci is proving a slippery customer.
#T4#
Gracie looking for a sweep. Not yet Gracie, not yet.
Lavicci is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Lavicci tries to free his leg and advance position but Gracie is retaining full guard.
Lavicci preventing the sweep.
Gracie is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Gracie managing to control the position. #T5#
Lavicci stopping the sweep attempt from Gracie.#SUB2#
Gracie has an active guard here but Lavicci has managed to pass into half guard.
Lavicci is thwarting Gracie's attempts to control the position.
Well, if Lavicci 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.
Gracie is trying to control but can't.
#T6#
Lavicci perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Lavicci is pressing down on Gracie's thigh, looking to free his foot. Gracie is holding on for now.
Gracie moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Gracie is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Gracie tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Lavicci is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Lavicci has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T7#
Gracie looking to hit a scissor sweep but Lavicci is one step ahead there.
Gracie managing to control the position.
Gracie wants to sweep here but Lavicci controlling him for the moment. #SUB2#
Gracie has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Lavicci can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T8#
Lavicci sitting in guard here, content to control.
This is a sustained period of stalling by Lavicci.
Lavicci tries to free his leg and advance position but Gracie is retaining full guard.
Gracie controlling the position.
Gracie 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#
Gracie is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Lavicci frees his head nicely. Oh but Gracie has switched to an armbar! Lavicci is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 9:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Big Dog Gracie!
Big Dog Gracie decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little. |
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Event:
CWC 355
Date: Apr 02, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 31 wins and 35 losses; Prana Halo! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 2 losses; Big Dog Gracie!
The judges for this bout are Mauricio Rocha, Felipe Paraventi and Luis Engracia.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Gracie shoots in for a double leg but Halo sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.#CL2#
Gracie moves into the clinch.
Gracie gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Halo.
#TD2#
Gracie gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Halo regains guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Halo (0) vs (2) Gracie
Halo looking for a sweep. Not yet Halo, not yet.
Halo being controlled here, momentarily.
Gracie looking to pass the guard.
Gracie pushes down on Halo's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Halo wants to control but Gracie is keeping busy and won't allow it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gracie wants to free his trapped foot but Halo is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Halo is trying to maintain the position but Gracie is very close to passing his half guard.
Gracie moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Halo (0) vs (5) Gracie
Gracie tries to move to mount but Halo blocks the move with his legs. #T1#
Halo is looking to reverse the position.
Gracie advances to mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Halo (0) vs (7) Gracie#SUB2#
Gracie looking to secure an arm triangle but Halo defends it well.
Halo 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.
Halo tries to hold on but Gracie postures up.#SUB2#
Gracie working for a guillotine from mount but Halo is in no mood to give up. #SUB2#
Gracie looking for a guillotine from mount but Halo is having none of it.
Halo tries to lock up and control but Gracie gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Gracie tries to control but Halo wriggling away. #SUB2#
Halo defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Gracie.
Gracie can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Halo is looking to escape.
Gracie tries to push Halo's head away but Halo is holding on tight.#T2#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Gracie trying to control but Halo is having none of it. #SUB2#
Gracie working for a guillotine from mount but Halo is in no mood to give up. #SUB2#
Gracie is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Halo is surviving well by controlling Gracie's body position as best he can.
Halo is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Halo regains half guard.
Halo wants to control but Gracie is keeping busy and won't allow it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Halo looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Gracie is working for a kimura but Halo is defending it quite comfortably.
Halo wants to control but Gracie is keeping busy.
#T3#
Gracie is looking to advance position but Halo won't allow it.
Gracie controlling the pace.
Halo won't allow Gracie to pass to mount.
Halo is trying to control but can't.
Halo is positioning himself well to prevent Gracie advancing to mount.
Halo is trying to maintain the position but Gracie is very close to passing his half guard.
Halo won't allow Gracie to pass to mount.
My spies in Steel Penn Training Den inform me that Gracie has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#SUB2#
Gracie is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Halo is staying active underneath Gracie, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T4#
Gracie wants to pass to mount but Halo is defending the position.
Halo is looking for a sweep. Gracie is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Halo looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Gracie is looking to take a break and control but Halo is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Gracie tries to pass to full mount but Halo defends it. #SUB#
Halo looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Halo wants to control but Gracie passes into side.
Score +3 for passing guard: Halo (0) vs (10) Gracie
Halo struggling a bit here.#T5#
Gracie advances nicely into full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Halo (0) vs (12) Gracie
Gracie trying to control but Halo is having none of it. #SUB2#
Gracie looking to secure an arm triangle but Halo defends it well.
Gracie trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Halo is working to get back to half guard.
Gracie trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Halo tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Halo is working hard here to advance position.
Gracie avoids the attempt from Halo to control.
Gracie trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Halo is trying desperately to improve position.#T6##SUB2#
Gracie is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Halo to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Halo shrugs it off.
Halo is working to get back to half guard.
Gracie avoids the attempt from Halo to control.
Halo manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Gracie moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Halo (0) vs (15) Gracie#SUB2#
Gracie looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Halo gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #SUB2#
Gracie is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Halo is in trouble now - Gracie has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Halo (0) vs (18) Gracie#T7##SUB2#
Gracie has control of Halo's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Halo regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Gracie trying to control but Halo is having none of it.
Halo wants to hold on but Gracie pushes him away.
Halo is wriggling around trying to escape.
Halo is squirming around, avoiding Gracie's attempts to control the action. #SUB2#
Gracie jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Halo manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Gracie advances nicely into full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Halo (0) vs (20) Gracie#T8#
Halo is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Halo tries to reverse the position but Gracie maintains control.
Halo wants to hold on but Gracie pushes him away.
Gracie trying to control but Halo is having none of it.
Gracie avoids the attempt from Halo to control.
Gracie tries to control but Halo wriggling away.
Halo tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Gracie can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Halo is looking to escape. #SUB2#
Gracie is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Halo has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Halo tries to lock up and control but Gracie gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T9#
Halo really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Halo holds on to Gracie as tight as he can, avoiding damage.
Halo wants to control but Gracie is having none of it.
Halo is trying desperately to improve position.#SUB2#
Gracie jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Halo manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Gracie trying to control the action but Halo is working from the bottom.
Gracie tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it. #SUB2#
Gracie is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Halo knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB2#
Gracie is trying to get an arm triangle but Halo is defending well. #T10#
Halo is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Halo is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Gracie in particular looking to stall.
Gracie is looking to advance position but Halo won't allow it.
Halo trying to hold on to Gracie's head to control him but Gracie postures up.
Gracie is looking to advance position but Halo won't allow it.
Halo is trying to maintain the position but Gracie 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.#T11#
Halo wants to get back to full guard.
Gracie is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Halo (0) vs (23) Gracie#SUB2#
Gracie is working for a guillotine from mount but Halo frees his head quite easily.
Gracie trying to control but Halo is having none of it. #SUB2#
Gracie wants to finish this one by submission but Halo is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Gracie.
Halo wants to hold on but Gracie pushes him away.#SUB2#
Gracie looking to secure an arm triangle but Halo defends it well. #SUB2#
Gracie is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Halo is surviving well by controlling Gracie's body position as best he can.
Gracie trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T12##SUB2#
Gracie working for a submission but Halo is keeping him at bay.
Halo wants to hold on but Gracie pushes him away.
Halo is desperately trying to improve his position but Gracie has a good base and remains in mount.
Gracie trying to control but Halo is having none of it.
Halo can't escape the position.
#SUB2#
Gracie working for a guillotine from mount but Halo is in no mood to give up.
Halo tries to hold on but Gracie pushes him away.
Halo regains half guard.
Halo is concentrating on defense, preventing Gracie from advancing position. #T13#
Halo tries to get to full guard but Gracie has control of the leg.
Halo is trying to maintain the position but Gracie is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB2#
Gracie is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Halo has managed to free his arm - good work.
Halo preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head. #SUB2#
Gracie is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Halo tries to get to full guard but Gracie has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Gracie is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Halo wants to control but Gracie is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T14#
Gracie moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Halo (0) vs (26) Gracie
Halo tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Gracie wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Halo can't do much from the bottom here.
Halo tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Gracie wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB2#
Gracie is trying to get an arm triangle but Halo is defending well. #SUB2#
Gracie is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Halo has escaped the position, nice work there.
Gracie working away.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Gracie tries to move into full mount but can't pass Halo's legs.
Halo is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Gracie wins on points by 26 to 0.
Big Dog Gracie 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.
Prana Halo spoke after the fight, saying 'Shit happens'. |
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Event:
CWC 345
Date: Mar 19, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 31 wins and 33 losses; Prana Halo! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 2 losses; Big Dog Gracie!
The judges for this bout are Emerson Jorge, Alexandre Firmino and Seu Braga.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Halo looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#CL2#
Gracie has taken the fight to the clinch.
#TD#
Halo has clasped his hands together around Gracie's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Halo (4) vs (0) Gracie
Gracie is trying to improve his position.
Halo moves into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Halo (6) vs (0) Gracie
Halo prevents Gracie from getting the reversal.
Halo tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Halo tries to control but Gracie wriggling away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gracie tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Halo controlling the pace for now. #T1#
Halo prevents Gracie from getting the reversal.
Halo wants to control the pace but Gracie is squirming around nicely.
Gracie is trying to escape the mount.
Gracie tries to lock up and control but Halo gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Gracie sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Gracie wants to get back to full guard.
Halo wants to pass the guard but Gracie is defending well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gracie is pressing down on Halo's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Halo preventing the sweep. #SUB2#
Gracie had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Halo defends it easily.
Halo trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T2#
Halo sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Gracie lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Halo (6) vs (2) Gracie#SUB2#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Gracie thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB#
Halo has his foot on Gracie's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Gracie works his way back into a safe position though.
Halo trying to keep a closed guard but Gracie is proving a slippery customer.
#SUB#
Halo throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Gracie trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Gracie avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Gracie trying to control the position from guard on top but Halo is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Halo is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Gracie is pushing down on Halo's leg trying to pass to half guard. Halo is fighting to maintain full guard but Gracie has managed to sneak the leg through.
Gracie wants to control but Halo is keeping him busy.
Gracie tries to pass to full mount but Halo defends it.
Gracie frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Halo (6) vs (5) Gracie#SUB2#
Gracie working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet. #SUB2#
Gracie working for a submission but Halo is keeping him at bay.
Gracie can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Halo is looking to escape.
Halo tries to lock up and control but Gracie gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#SUB2#
Halo defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Gracie.
Gracie avoids the attempt from Halo to control.#T4#
Gracie tries to control but Halo wriggling away.
Halo sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Gracie wants to pass to mount but Halo is defending the position.
Gracie is looking to take a break and control but Halo is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Halo holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now. #SUB2#
Gracie is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Halo is just riding it out for now. Gracie eventually gives up the hold.
Halo is controlling Gracie's trapped leg to prevent Gracie from advancing to side control.#SUB#
Halo looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Gracie trying to mount his opponent but Halo defends it. #T5#
Halo tries to roll over but Gracie keeps him under control.
Halo is working hard here to advance position.
Halo preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head. #SUB#
Halo looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Gracie seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Halo is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Big Dog Gracie!
Big Dog Gracie 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.
In defeat, Prana Halo stepped up to the mic, saying 'Shit happens'. |
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Event:
CWC 302 - Jabbar vs Dravezesdi
Date: Apr 17, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 6 losses; Shaka Zulu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Big Dog Gracie!
The judges for this bout are Paul Gruel, Jeff Smith and Colin Fray.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Zulu rushes Gracie and presses him up against the cage.#TD#
Gracie is fighting off a takedown attempt but Zulu is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Gracie to the mat. Gracie regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Zulu (2) vs (0) Gracie#SUB2#
Gracie had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Zulu defends it easily.
Gracie working a defensive guard but Zulu passes into half guard.
Gracie tries to get to full guard but Zulu has control of the leg.
Zulu trying to control the pace.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gracie preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Zulu is controlling the pace.
#T1##SUB2#
Gracie looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Gracie looking for submissions off his back.
Gracie is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Gracie is still trying to improve position.
Gracie is trying to control but Zulu manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Zulu (5) vs (0) Gracie#T2#
Zulu with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Gracie can't escape the position.
Zulu controlling his opponent.
Gracie is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Gracie is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Zulu controlling the pace for now.
Gracie is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T3#
Gracie tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Gracie tries to lock up and control but Zulu gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Gracie is trying desperately to improve position.
Zulu looking to control and managing it successfully.
Zulu'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.
Gracie 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: Zulu (5) vs (2) Gracie#T4#
Zulu pulls Gracie in close to his closed guard and prevents Gracie from doing any damage or advancing position.
Gracie looking to pass the guard.
Gracie won't allow Zulu to sweep him here.
Zulu keeping full guard, as Gracie tries to pass. #SUB#
Zulu is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Gracie defends well.
Zulu keeping full guard, as Gracie tries to pass. #T5#
Zulu keeping moving, preventing Gracie from controlling successfully.
Gracie tries to free his leg and advance position but Zulu is retaining full guard.
Zulu looking to hit a scissor sweep but Gracie is one step ahead there.
Zulu has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #SUB2#
Gracie drops back, looking for a kneebar! Zulu looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Zulu looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Zulu! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Zulu (9) vs (2) Gracie#T6#
Gracie tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Zulu wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Zulu content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Zulu working away.
Zulu in the domination position with Gracie hanging on.
Gracie tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Zulu wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Gracie trying to remain calm as Zulu controls from the top position.
Zulu wants to control but Gracie is keeping him busy. #T7#
Zulu is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Gracie will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Zulu has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Gracie! Score +2 for reaching mount: Zulu (11) vs (2) Gracie
Zulu tries to control but Gracie wriggling away.
Zulu looking to take Gracie's back but Gracie rolls and after a scramble, Gracie ends up on top in guard. Nice escape there from Gracie to escape a tricky position. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Zulu (11) vs (4) Gracie
Gracie trying to control but Zulu is working from the bottom.
Zulu lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Zulu (13) vs (4) Gracie#T8#
Gracie looking to control but Zulu passes into half guard.
Zulu keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Zulu prevents Gracie from improving his position.
Zulu trying to pass the guard but Gracie defending well.
Gracie tries to get to full guard but Zulu has control of the leg.
Zulu perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Gracie has a hand on Zulu's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Zulu takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Zulu (16) vs (4) Gracie#T9#
Zulu controlling from the full mount.
Gracie sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Zulu slows the pace down in half guard.
Gracie trying to control from the bottom.
#SUB2#
Gracie looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Zulu prevents Gracie from improving his position.#T10#
Gracie won't allow Zulu to pass to mount.
Zulu is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Zulu (19) vs (4) Gracie
Zulu controlling from the full mount.
Gracie can't escape the position.
Zulu controlling from the full mount.
Gracie is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#T11#
Gracie tries to lock up and control but Zulu gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Zulu takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Gracie is trying desperately to improve position.
Zulu controlling the position easily from mount.
Zulu can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Gracie is looking to escape.
Zulu moves to the back position. Score +3 for taking back: Zulu (22) vs (4) Gracie
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T12#
Gracie is really stuck here.
Gracie turns into Zulu and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Zulu (22) vs (6) Gracie
Gracie looking to pass the guard.
Zulu trying to control the position.
Gracie wants to control from the top but Zulu keeps moving. #SUB#
Zulu working for a triangle but Gracie defends it easily.
Gracie looking to pass the guard. #T13#
Gracie works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB2#
Gracie is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Zulu is just riding it out for now. Gracie eventually gives up the hold.
Zulu won't allow Gracie to pass to mount.
My spies in KingsJiuJitsuAcademy inform me that Gracie has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Zulu is holding on to half guard well.
Zulu wants to improve his position but Gracie is controlling well.
#SUB2#
Gracie is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Zulu defends it well. #T14#
Zulu is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Gracie is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB2#
Zulu is defending against the submission attempts here by Gracie.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Gracie is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
And that's the end of the fight!
Zulu takes the fight on points by 22 to 6.
A very excited looking Shaka Zulu 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:
WCF WNF 97:Blazej v Vanorden 2
Date: Mar 16, 2022 |
#R1##TD#
Gracie shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Gracie showed some decent athleticism there.
Gracie is trying to control the action in half guard but Rader 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.#SUB#
Gracie is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Rader wants to get back to his feet.
Gracie not doing much here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rader looks like he's trying to stand up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gracie throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Still in half guard, Gracie seems content to control.
Rader 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.#T1#
Rader looks like he's trying to stand up.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Rader is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#ES2#
Rader kicks off Gracie and gets to his feet.
Rader slips a jab from Gracie.
Rader misses with an uppercut.
Rader clobbers Gracie with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Rader misses with a double jab
#TD#
and Gracie counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Rader wants to stand up but Gracie is controlling him.
Gracie working some strikes from top position.
Rader wants to stand up but Gracie is controlling him.
We've been hearing good reports from Gracie'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#
Gracie trying to control but Rader is working from the bottom.
Gracie stops Rader from standing up. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Gracie shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Rader counters with a lovely straight right hand!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Gracie shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Rader as he avoids it easily.
Rader finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
#T3#
Gracie fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Rader looks like he wants to counter punch here.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Big Dog Gracie. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Donk. Rader catches Gracie right on the button with a cross.
Gracie keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Rader fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Gracie throws out a loose jab but Rader uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rader on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Rader throws a body kick despite being completely out of range#TD#
and Gracie counters with a shoot takedown. Rader fights it but they end up in guard. #T4#
Gracie engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Rader is looking to stand up but Gracie isn't so interested in that idea.
Gracie works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Gracie not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Gracie is controlling the pace.
Gracie throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rader is looking to escape.#SUB#
Gracie is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Rader blocking the ground and pound attempt from Gracie.
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 Big Dog Gracie will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Gracie has his takedown stuffed
and Rader counters with a straight right hand.
Rader throws out a powerful jab.#TD#
Gracie shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Rader is trying to defend but Gracie finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Rader tries to kick Gracie off but Gracie keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Gracie missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rader pushes Gracie off looking to stand but Gracie dives back in and keeps control.
Gracie controlling the action here.
Gracie stops Rader from getting back to his feet.
Ground and pound from Gracie. #T1#
Gracie stops Rader from getting back to his feet.
Gracie looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Rader with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Gracie seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Rader does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Rader is trying to stand.
Gracie missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #ES2#
Rader pushes Gracie off and gets back to his feet.#TD#
Gracie closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Rader looks like he's trying to stand up.
Gracie lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Nice strikes from Gracie there. #ES2#
Rader manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Gracie keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage. #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!
Rader tries to throw a body punch but Gracie avoids it by throwing Rader back against the cage.
Gracie is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Gracie wants to take the fight to the mat but Rader manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Big Dog Gracie. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Rader tries to throw a body punch but Gracie avoids it by throwing Rader back against the cage.
Rader stalling in the clinch but Gracie improves position.
Rader misses with a short punch on the inside. #TD#
Gracie wants the takedown. Rader is fighting it off but Gracie persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Rader's guard against the cage.
Rader is wriggling around but Gracie manages to pass to half guard.
Rader is trying to stand.
#SUB#
Gracie is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Rader sees it coming and defends easily.
Rader wants to get back to his feet.
#ES2#
Rader has one foot on Gracie's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
Rader scores with a decent looking hook.#T3#
Rader fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Dennis Rader is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Gracie will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Rader throws a shot from downtown. Gracie moves away and avoids it.
Rader keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Rader throws a counter combo.
Gracie looks for a takedown but Rader sprawls well.
Nice body punch from Rader.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T4#
Horrible takedown attempt by Gracie or perhaps it was just good defense by Rader, which made it look bad.
Rader lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Rader misses with an uppercut. Gracie saw that one coming.
Rader lands a really nice looking cross but Gracie seems unphased.
Gracie misses with a takedown attempt
and Rader counters with a straight right hand.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#KD2#
Rader cracks Gracie with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Gracie looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Rader finish him?
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Dennis Rader showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R3#
Gracie moves into range and connects with a jab.
Rader is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Rader throws a head kick that misses.
Rader throws a hook but Gracie blocks it.
Gracie changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Rader has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#TD#
Rader gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.#SUB#
Gracie drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Gracie jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gracie pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Rader is keeping the position for now.
Rader is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #T1##ES2#
Rader has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Gracie is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
Gracie blocking some punches.
#BC2#
Rader pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Gracie throws an off balance right hand
and Gracie takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Good exchange - Rader coming out on top.
Rader lands a slapping body shot.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Rader lands with a nice body punch.
Rader scores with the left hand. Gracie knows he should have avoided that one. #KD2#
Rader feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Gracie sprawling to the canvas! Gracie rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Rader finish him?!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rader lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Gracie circles away quickly and effectively.#T2#
Gracie takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Gracie looks to land a right hand but Rader moved out of range.
Gracie keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Rader.
Rader misses with a wild combination.
As Rader tries to get set, Gracie tries to push him back and clinch up but Rader manages to avoid the attempt.
Rader swings widly with a right hand
enabling Gracie to counter with a crisp jab.
Rader cracks Gracie with a right hand to the side of the head.
Gracie fails with the takedown
and Rader cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T3#
A swing and a miss from Rader.
Gracie showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Rader.
Gracie appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Rader stuffs the takedown.
Gracie shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Rader defends it nicely.
Rader looks like he wants to counter punch here.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Big Dog Gracie. That's going to take a lot out of him.#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.
Gracie misses with a takedown attempt
and Rader counters with a straight right hand.
Gracie shoots and misses
and Rader counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Rader stuffs the takedown.
A left lands for Rader.#KD2#
Rader feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Gracie sprawling to the canvas! Gracie rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Rader finish him?!
#ROC2#Gracie is rocked!
Gracie tries to get into range but Rader steps to the side and lands a beautiful hook that drops Gracie! He's faceplanted into the mat, ass in the air... he's out cold! That's an image he won't want to show his grandkids when he gets older! Rader scores the big KO victory!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:44 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Dennis Rader!
Dennis Rader seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
WCF WNF 92: Corona vs Barbosa
Date: Feb 09, 2022 |
#R1#
Gracie takes a kick to the side of the head.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Gracie is defended easily by Denovan.#CL2#
Denovan clinches up against the cage.#TD2#
Denovan wants the takedown. Gracie is fighting it off but Denovan persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Gracie's guard against the cage.
Gracie seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Denovan is looking to work some ground and pound but Gracie has wrist control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Denovan working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Gracie's head.
Gracie has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Gracie avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #T1#
Gracie is controlling Denovan's posture.
Gracie avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Gracie is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Gracie working a defensive guard here.
#SUB#
Gracie working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Denovan doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Denovan manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Denovan stopping the sweep attempt from Gracie.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Gracie is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Gracie postures up.
#SUB2#
Denovan looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#T2#
Gracie advances position into side control!
We've been hearing good reports from Gracie'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.
Denovan is not content to let Gracie control the position.
Denovan is trying to control Gracie's posture but Gracie avoids it.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Gracie fails to land a wild elbow strike.
#SUB#
Gracie looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Gracie working the head with strikes.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Denovan tries to wriggle free to get back to his feet but he's given up his back! Oops.
Gracie struggling to land strikes to the head as Denovan covers up.
Gracie connects with a big shot to the side of Denovan's head.
Gracie connects with a series of strikes and the referee is calling for Denovan to escape the position.
#SUB#
Gracie is working for the choke. It looks like he might have got it... has he...? Yes! Denovan is tapping out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Big Dog Gracie!
Big Dog Gracie managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Brooklyn Apothecary, into his post fight interview. |
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Event:
WCF WNF 88: Kiran vs Solo
Date: Jan 12, 2022 |
#R1#
Rockefeller swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Rockefeller scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Gracie avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Rockefeller swings widly with a right hand
#TD2#
and Gracie counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Rockefeller is trying to stand up here but Gracie is controlling him well.
Rockefeller is not content to let Gracie control the position.
Rockefeller is looking to escape.
Gracie working Rockefeller over with strikes.
My spies in KingsJiuJitsuAcademy inform me that Gracie has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gracie missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Rockefeller wants to get back to his feet.
Gracie is pressing down on Rockefeller 's thigh, looking to free his foot. Rockefeller is holding on for now.
Nice strikes from Gracie there. #T1#
Gracie controlling the action here.
Gracie not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Rockefeller pushes Gracie off looking to stand but Gracie dives back in and keeps control.
Gracie trying to mount his opponent but Rockefeller defends it.
Rockefeller is looking to escape.
Rockefeller is refusing to be controlled, as Gracie sits in half guard.
Rockefeller is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at 88Fight Club Gym88.. 800pw (16 COACHES) that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Rockefeller is controlling Gracie's position as best he can from this difficult position.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Gracie throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Gracie wants to take a breather but Rockefeller is having none of it. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
A telegraphed right hand from Rockefeller misses the target.
And Gracie tries to counter it with a takedown but Rockefeller pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Rockefeller connects with a looping right hand.
Rockefeller connects with a looping right hand.
Gracie keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Rockefeller .
Rockefeller misses with a hook. Gracie ducked under it nicely.
Gracie tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Rockefeller swivels and escapes.
Richard Rockefeller seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Gracie takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Rockefeller throws a predictable looking body shot
#TD2#
and Gracie counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Gracie missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Rockefeller scrambles, trying to get to his feet, but Gracie manages to mount him!
Rockefeller is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#T3#
Gracie trying to control but Rockefeller is having none of it.
Gracie looking to finish with strikes here!
Rockefeller holding onto his opponent's waist for dear life, as Gracie tries to land some strikes to get him to release his grip.
A nice elbow there by Gracie.
Rockefeller regains half guard.
Gracie looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Rockefeller with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4##SUB2#
Gracie is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Rockefeller is just riding it out for now. Gracie eventually gives up the hold.
Gracie sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Rockefeller defending well though. #SUB2#
Gracie seems to be working for a kimura but Rockefeller defends the submission attempt.
Gracie is keen to just control but Rockefeller is a slippery customer.
Gracie slows the pace down in half guard.
Rockefeller wants to improve his position but Gracie is controlling well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Big Dog Gracie dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2##TD2#
Gracie feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
The fighters are working up against the cage. Rockefeller manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.#BC#
Rockefeller breaks the clinch.
Rockefeller lands with a right hand.
Gracie closes this distance looking for a takedown but Rockefeller circles away.
Rockefeller swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Nice takedown defense from Rockefeller . No joy for Gracie on that attempt.
Rockefeller fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rockefeller connects with a good right hand that stumbles Gracie. Gracie circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Rockefeller lands a nice shot to the body.
Gracie is breathing heavily.
Gracie stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Rockefeller .
Gracie tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Rockefeller defends well and Gracie ends up having to push Rockefeller into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Rockefeller throwing a counter right hand but Gracie manages to avoid it.
Richard Rockefeller has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Big Dog Gracie.
Gracie needs to keep his hands up - Rockefeller had a free shot at his head there.#T1#
Gracie ducks under a wild hook from Rockefeller .
Gracie takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Richard Rockefeller is winning the standup battle so far.
Rockefeller feints and then cracks Gracie's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Gracie down.
Rockefeller connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Richard Rockefeller is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Rockefeller slaps away a takedown attempt from Gracie, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Gracie moves out of range as Rockefeller strikes.
Nice shot lands for Rockefeller .
Gracie stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Rockefeller .#KD#
Rockefeller sends Gracie crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Rockefeller is motioning to the referee to let Gracie up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!#ROC#Gracie is rocked!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rockefeller thows a left - swing and a miss!
Gracie takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.#T2#
Gracie shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Rockefeller as he avoids it easily. #KD#
Rockefeller lands a big right hand that sends Gracie crashing to the mat! Rockefeller stays standing though and waves Gracie back to his feet!
Gracie is still on wobbly legs! Can Rockefeller finish him?
Gracie leaves his chin hanging out and Rockefeller seizes the opportunity with an uppercut! Gracie crumbles to the floor in a heap! The referee steps in and tends to the downed fighter! What a knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:20 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Richard Rockefeller !
Richard Rockefeller decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
WCF WNF 84: Riker vs Gracie
Date: Dec 15, 2021 |
#R1#
Gracie tries for a takedown but Riker sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Riker pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
And Gracie tries to counter it with a takedown but Riker pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Gracie changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Riker tries to avoid it but Gracie manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Riker to the ground. Riker escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Riker looks to land a combination but Gracie avoids it well.
Gracie showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Riker.
Gracie changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#TD2#
Gracie shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Riker manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.#SUB#
Riker throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Riker looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Gracie is defending well. Riker quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Gracie has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Riker celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). William Riker!
After winning the bout, William Riker thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
WCF 99: Wolf vs Boaler
Date: Nov 20, 2021 |
#R1##TD#
Hradek closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Gracie to the mat! Gracie manages to get full guard.
Hradek trying to control the position from guard on top but Gracie is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Hradek is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Gracie has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Hradek is looking to defend but Gracie has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Hradek! Gracie pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Hradek taps out and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Big Dog Gracie!
Big Dog Gracie very nearly forgot to thank Brooklyn Apothecary 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. |
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Event:
WCF 94: Corona vs Tzeng
Date: Oct 16, 2021 |
#R1##TD2#
Gracie darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Gracie looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Thunder wants to control but Gracie is keeping busy.
Thunder knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Gracie on the ground.#SUB2#
Thunder is defending against the submission attempts here by Gracie.
Gracie missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gracie landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Gracie not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Gracie is controlling the pace.
#T1##SUB2#
Gracie is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Thunder defends it well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gracie is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Gracie has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Gracie is keen to just control but Thunder is a slippery customer.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gracie performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Gracie scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Gracie lands strikes from half guard.#T2#
Thunder on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Gracie working over Thunder with some ground and pound. Thunder looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Thunder trying to hold on to Gracie's head to control him but Gracie postures up.
Gracie sitting in half guard here. He lands a big elbow that has hurt Thunder ! Oh, Thunder is in big trouble! Gracie lands more strikes and the ref dives in to save him! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Big Dog Gracie!
Big Dog Gracie took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Brooklyn Apothecary for their support in the buildup to the fight.
John Thunder spoke after the fight, saying 'I put it on the line every single time. '. |
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Event:
WCF 88: Wallace vs Rader
Date: Sep 04, 2021 |
#R1#
Camara throws a leg kick #TD2#
and Gracie counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Camara makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Camara.
Camara has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Gracie won't allow Camara to sweep him here.
Gracie postures up.
Gracie 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.
Gracie won't allow Camara to sweep him here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gracie stays in close to Camara's body and controls the position. #T1#
Gracie won't allow Camara to sweep him here.
Gracie controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Camara 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.
Camara pulls Gracie in to control the position.
Camara has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Gracie shoots in looking for a takedown. Camara tries to sprawl out of it but Gracie keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Camara manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Gracie shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Camara as he jumps to the side.
A jab from Camara finds it's way through Gracie's defenses.
Gracie dives in and grabs Camara's left leg, looking for a takedown. Camara pushes down on Gracie's head and hops out.
Abubakar Camara has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Big Dog Gracie.
Camara uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Gracie.
Camara digs a good hook to Gracie's body.
Gracie fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Crunch! Camara slams his shin into Gracie's torso.
Gracie looks winded!#T2#
Gracie misses with a straight right.
Gracie takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Gracie takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
#CUT#It looks like Big Dog Gracie has been cut.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Camara.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Gracie takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Camara bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Gracie's head.
Gracie circles to his right, straight into a beautiful hook by Camara. Gracie falls face first into the canvas - great knockout victory for Camara!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Abubakar Camara!
An out of breath Abubakar Camara 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:
WCF WNF 64: Silva vs Baker
Date: Jul 28, 2021 |
#R1#
Tupp misses with a body shot.
Gracie tries to counter by closing the distance.
Big Dog Gracie seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Gracie drives through with a takedown into Tupp's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Gracie throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Tupp works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Gracie pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Tupp is keeping the position for now.
Gracie working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Gracie cracks Tupp with a solid left hand.
Gracie is looking to work some ground and pound but Tupp has wrist control.
Gracie trying to move into half guard but instead Tupp has managed to sweep!#REVR#
Tupp controlling from the top position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tupp trying to control but Gracie is working from the bottom.
Gracie is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#SUB2#
Gracie has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Tupp 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 Gracie.#T1#
Gracie is looking to regain half guard here but Tupp keeps moving and retains side control. #SU#
Tupp stands up and we're back to a striking position.
Gracie ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
We've been told by Tupp's head coaches at Finnish Elite Sport and Fitness Center that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Tupp misses with the combination.
Gracie shoots for a double leg takedown but Tupp sprawls well. He's pushed Gracie's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Gracie shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Tupp counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CUT#It looks like Big Dog Gracie has been cut.
Gracie shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Tupp pinned against the cage. Tupp gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Jack Tupp has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Big Dog Gracie.#T2#
Gracie shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Tupp as he avoids it easily. #TD2#
Gracie looking to score a takedown here. Tupp is defending well but Gracie drives through and ends up in Tupp's guard.
Tupp tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Tupp preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tupp is pulling down on Gracie's head. It's preventing any offense from Gracie, at least for the moment.
Gracie forces his way into half guard.
Gracie is controlling the pace.
Tupp works his way to full guard. Good work.#T3#
Gracie scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Tupp keeping full guard, as Gracie tries to pass.
Gracie throws a big elbow that misses.
Gracie is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Gracie wants to control from the top but Tupp keeps moving.
Gracie sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Gracie throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Gracie with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Gracie with a flurry of punches that miss.
Gracie is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Gracie loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Gracie scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Gracie makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Tupp can't keep his opponent in guard - Gracie advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Gracie wants to free his trapped foot but Tupp is holding on for dear life with his legs.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Gracie throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Tupp to regain full guard.
Gracie scoring with punches to the head and body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Big Dog Gracie dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Big Dog Gracie's cut.
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#
Gracie fails with the takedown.
Gracie shoots in and drives through. Tupp sprawls well.
Gracie fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Tupp throws a quick counter kick to the body but Gracie avoids it.
Jack Tupp has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Big Dog Gracie.#TD2#
Gracie scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Gracie looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Tupp is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gracie throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Tupp to regain full guard.
Tupp can't keep his opponent in guard - Gracie advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Tupp is trying to control but can't.
Gracie has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T1#
Gracie wants to lay and pray for a moment but Tupp keeps working. #SUB2#
Gracie is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Gracie wants to take a breather but Tupp is having none of it.
Gracie throws a strike but Tupp avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Gracie passes Tupp's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Big Dog Gracie has got the better of the ground game so far.
Gracie is thwarting Tupp's attempts to control the position.
Gracie moves nicely into side control. #T2#
Gracie advances to mount.
Tupp takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
Tupp working to try and regain half guard.
Tupp tries to hold on but Gracie postures up.
Gracie lands a big shot there that rocks Tupp but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Gracie wants to control the pace but Tupp is squirming around nicely.
Gracie looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Gracie looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Gracie pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Tupp tries to hold on but Gracie postures up.
Tupp regains half guard.
Gracie throwing shots but Tupp is blocking nicely.
Gracie drops an elbow to the side of Tupp's head.
Gracie with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Tupp is staying active underneath Gracie, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Gracie throwing shots but Tupp is blocking nicely.
Gracie stops Tupp from getting back to his feet.
Gracie is thwarting Tupp's attempts to control the position.#T4##SUB2#
Gracie wants to work for an arm triangle but Tupp is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Gracie trying to control the action but Tupp is working from the bottom.
Tupp is trying to stand.
Gracie thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Tupp's head.
Gracie throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Gracie seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tupp trying to control here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Big Dog Gracie showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Big Dog Gracie's cut.
That's time! Tupp's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Gracie is trying hard to land a takedown here. Tupp sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Gracie fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Tupp avoids it really well and circles away.
Gracie will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Jack Tupp has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Big Dog Gracie.#TD#
Tupp gets the takedown into side control.
Gracie tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SU#
Tupp has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gracie shoots in for a takedown but Tupp shows good takedown defense. #TD2#
Gracie shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Gracie is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Tupp reverses the position - he's now on top in Gracie's guard. #T1#
Tupp has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Gracie is proving hard to escape from. #SUB2#
Gracie looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB2#
Gracie has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Tupp 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 Gracie.
Gracie tries to buck Tupp off but Tupp is having none of it.
Tupp wants to control but Gracie is keeping him busy.
Gracie tries to improve position but can't.
Big Dog Gracie is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Gracie keeps trying to improve his position.
Gracie is still trying to improve position.
Tupp trying to control the position but Gracie is working away.
Gracie is trying to get back to half guard.
Gracie is trying to control Tupp's posture but Tupp avoids it.
Tupp trying to control the action but Gracie is working from the bottom. #T3#
Gracie is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Gracie is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Tupp's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Gracie preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Gracie gets back to full guard.
Tupp is looking to stand up but Gracie won't let him. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Gracie looking to control.
#SUB2#
Tupp avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Jack Tupp has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#SU#
Gracie is working an open guard so Tupp takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.#TD2#
Gracie closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Tupp quickly recovers to half guard.
Tupp kicks Gracie off and gets back to his feet.
Tupp throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Nice sprawl there from Tupp as Gracie shoots in.
Tupp will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Gracie is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jack Tupp showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Gracie 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 Luis Engracia scores the fight 28:29
Judge Felipe Paraventi scores the fight 28:29
Judge Leandro Rodrigues scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Big Dog Gracie!
Big Dog Gracie took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Brooklyn Apothecary for their support in the buildup to the fight.
Jack Tupp was interviewed post fight and said 'I come in ready to die in this arena'. |
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Event:
WCF WNF 58: Vanorden vs Boaler
Date: Jun 16, 2021 |
#R1#
Gracie shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Fox counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Gracie gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Fox.
Gracie looks for a takedown but Fox sprawls well.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Fox.
Gracie throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Fox's waist but Fox gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Gracie off to one side.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Big Dog Gracie. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Gracie fails with the takedown
and Fox counters with a nice low kick that buckles Gracie's knee momentarily.
Fox lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook. #CUT2#It looks like Big Dog Gracie has been cut.
Fox tries to clinch up but Gracie circles away and keeps his distance.
Fox stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Fox - that will leave a mark!
Gracie is breathing heavily.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Gracie shoots for a takedown but Fox saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
A nice leg kick from Fox, right into the meat of the thigh.
Fox dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Gracie. That did some damage!
Gracie shoots in for a takedown but Fox shows good takedown defense.
Gracie fails with the takedown
and Fox counters with a left and a right... and another left... and another!! That last one turned off the lights! Gracie has no idea who he is and is as he gazes up at the spotlights. Brutal knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Jim Fox!
Our winner, Jim Fox, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
WCF WNF 52: Camara vs Gracie
Date: May 05, 2021 |
#R1#
Camara throws a head kick that Gracie semi-blocks.
#CUT#It looks like Big Dog Gracie has been cut.
Gracie tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Camara swivels and escapes.
Camara slips under a jab from Gracie.#TD2#
Gracie looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Camara wants to sweep here but Gracie controlling him for the moment.
Gracie trying to control but Camara is working from the bottom.
Gracie slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#SUB2#
Gracie thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Camara wants to control but Gracie postures up.
Camara is trying to escape the position but Gracie is controlling the position. #T1#
Gracie throwing ground and pound but whilst doing so, he forgets to control position and Camara works his way back to half guard. Good composure under pressure.
Camara is staying active underneath Gracie, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Camara is concentrating on defense, preventing Gracie from advancing position.
Gracie controlling the action here.
Camara wants to control but Gracie is keeping busy.
Gracie wants to take a breather but Camara is having none of it.
Gracie trying to advance position but Camara counters by regaining guard.
Gracie sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Camara's guard. #T2#
Gracie seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Camara does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Camara is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Gracie's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Gracie's back!
Camara will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Camara keeps control of the position as Gracie tries to break free.
#SUB#
Camara has the rear naked choke here! This is very bad for Gracie! Can he survive? No! He's out! Camara gets to his feet and celebrates with his cornermen. He looks absolutely delighted. In the post fight interviews he takes time to thank his parents and everyone who has believed in him from the start. How sweet.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Abubakar Camara!
Abubakar Camara retains his heavyweight title!
Abubakar Camara decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
WCF WNF 46: Camara vs Tupp 2
Date: Mar 24, 2021 |
#R1#
Gracie shoots in but no luck this time.
Rader stuffs the takedown attempt from Gracie. Gracie gets slowly back to his feet.
Rader 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.#TD2#
Gracie looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.#SUB#
Rader actively working from the bottom here.
Rader taking some punishment here, with Gracie in his half guard. #SUB#
Rader looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Rader really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Rader is refusing to be controlled, as Gracie sits in half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Rader is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Gracie pulls his head out easily.
Gracie tries to pass to full mount but Rader defends it.
Gracie not doing much here.
#T1##SUB#
Rader actively working from the bottom here.
Gracie landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Gracie has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Rader working to try and regain half guard.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Gracie cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
#CUT2#It looks like Dennis Rader has been cut.
Gracie postures up and throws a massive shot that knocks Rader out cold! Two more strikes to his unconscious opponent for good luck and this one is all over! Gracie goes absolutely crazy with his corner! Wow, you can see how much that win means to him!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Big Dog Gracie!
Big Dog Gracie very nearly forgot to thank Brooklyn Apothecary 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. |
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Event:
WCF 60: Khabib vs Bader
Date: Feb 20, 2021 |
#R1##TD#
Gracie bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Gracie tries to advance to mount but Schlaub denies him.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gracie in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Gracie trying to control the position but Schlaub is working away.
Gracie misses with the ground and pound.
Gracie creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Schlaub sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Schlaub defending against the ground and pound.
Gracie scoring with punches and elbows.
Gracie works to advance to full mount. Schlaub defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
BOOM! Gracie connects with a massive shot to the dome!
#CUT#It looks like Brendan Schlaub has been cut.
Schlaub keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#T1#
Schlaub is squirming around, avoiding Gracie's attempts to control the action.
Gracie throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Schlaub because Gracie loaded up on that one.
Gracie looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Gracie thuds his fist into the canvas! Oooouch!
Gracie trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Gracie sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Gracie unloads with some shots from mount but Schlaub bucks and avoids them well.
#T2#
Gracie trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Gracie lands a big shot there that rocks Schlaub but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
#CUT#The cut above Brendan Schlaub's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Brendan Schlaub's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Big Dog Gracie!
After the big win, Big Dog Gracie made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Brooklyn Apothecary and telling the interviewer how much he loves him. |
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Event:
WCF 54: Camara vs Rader
Date: Jan 09, 2021 |
#R1#
Nice takedown defense from Funke. No joy for Gracie on that attempt.
Gracie misses with a takedown
and Funke counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Gracie shoots and misses
and Funke counters with a straight right hand.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Big Dog Gracie. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Gracie manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Funke on his heels. He'll look to pass Funke's guard now, I'm sure.
Gracie landing some decent shots from guard.
Gracie stopping the sweep attempt from Funke.#SUB2#
Funke working for a triangle but Gracie defends it easily.
Funke wants to sweep here but Gracie controlling him for the moment. #SUB2#
Funke is looking for a triangle but Gracie pushes his legs off easily.
Funke looking to control.
#T1#
Funke is pulling down on Gracie's head to control his posture. #SUB2#
Funke is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Gracie controlling from the top position.
Gracie won't allow Funke to sweep him here.
Gracie stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Funke swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Gracie throws a big elbow that misses.
Gracie working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Gracie wants to control from the top but Funke keeps moving. #SUB2#
Funke throws his legs up looking for a submission but Gracie uses it to pass to side control.
#T2#
Funke is looking to reverse the position.
Gracie in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Gracie wants to lay and pray for a moment but Funke keeps working.
Gracie lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Funke down.
Gracie wants to lay and pray for a moment but Funke keeps working.
Funke gets back to half guard.
Gracie is trying to control the action in half guard but Funke is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Gracie moves into full mount! Funke won't be happy about that!
Funke is in all sorts of trouble here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
BOOM! Gracie connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Gracie looking to control but Funke is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Gracie scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Funke tries to lock up and control but Gracie gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Funke is looking to improve his position but Gracie isn't that keen on the idea.
Funke tries to hold on but Gracie postures up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gracie content just to control the position here.
Gracie looking to control but Funke is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Gracie scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Funke?
#T4#
Gracie raining down shots from the mount!
Gracie controlling the pace for now.
Funke 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.
Gracie working away from the top, dropping strikes.#ROC#Funke is rocked!
Gracie softens up his opponent with a couple of shots there and then CRACK! One massive shot lands there and Funke is out cold! Gracie jumps to his feet and celebrates on the cage with the fans, who are, quite frankly, going absolutely mental!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Big Dog Gracie!
Big Dog Gracie took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Brooklyn Apothecary for their support in the buildup to the fight. |
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Event:
WCF 48: Anderson vs Camara
Date: Nov 28, 2020 |
#R1#
Bathory throws out a powerful jab.#TD2#
Gracie closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Gracie lands in his opponent's guard.
Bathory wants to get back to his feet but Gracie passes into half guard.
#REVR#
Gracie slows the pace down in half guard.
Bathory is looking to control Gracie's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Bathory avoid being mounted?
Gracie tries to pass to full mount but Bathory defends it.
Bathory is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Gracie scores with a couple of nice shots.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gracie trying to control the action but Bathory is working from the bottom.
Bathory is trying to get back to full guard.
Gracie stalling.
Gracie missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #T1#
Bathory trying to control from the bottom.
Bathory is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Hell Warriors Gym, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Bathory is looking for a sweep. Gracie is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Gracie controlling the pace.
Bathory holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Bathory is refusing to be controlled, as Gracie sits in half guard.
Bathory is concentrating on defense, preventing Gracie from advancing position.
Bathory is looking to escape.
Bathory has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Gracie is working away from the top position though.
Gracie content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Gracie 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.
Ground and pound from Gracie. #T2#
Gracie is taking a breather. Bathory 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.
Bathory trying to control from the bottom.
Gracie is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Gracie is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Gracie prevents Bathory from standing back up.
Gracie prevents Bathory from improving his position.
Gracie takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Bathory tries to roll over but Gracie keeps him under control.
Gracie works his foot free and advances to mount.
Gracie with the ground and pound from mount.
Gracie looking to control and managing it successfully.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Bathory is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T3#
Bathory is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Gracie trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Gracie tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Bathory is looking to improve his position but Gracie isn't that keen on the idea.
Bathory is working hard here to advance position.
Gracie tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Bathory taking shots to the head.
Bathory tries to buck Gracie off but he can't manage it.
Gracie content just to control the position here.
Bathory is really trying hard to get back to his feet.
Bathory is squirming around, avoiding Gracie's attempts to control the action. #T4#
Gracie is landing with some decent strikes but Bathory is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Bathory wants to hold on but Gracie pushes him away.
Gracie controlling from the full mount.
Gracie dominating with strikes here.
Bathory is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Gracie takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Bathory is wriggling around trying to escape.
Gracie lands a big shot there that rocks Bathory but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Gracie loads up on a couple of big shots to the head that have Bathory scrambling to escape. He can't get free though and several more unanswered shots from Gracie land to the head. The referee has no choice but to stop the fight. Gracie stands and salutes the crowd.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Big Dog Gracie!
Big Dog Gracie very nearly forgot to thank Brooklyn Apothecary 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. |
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Event:
WCF WNF 21: Zynne vs Escalante
Date: Sep 30, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#TD#
Boaler scores with a takedown into Gracie's guard.#ES2#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Gracie manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.#TD2#
Gracie has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Boaler is trying to keep an underhook but Gracie manages to get the takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Boaler is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Gracie pulls his head out easily.
Boaler tries to get to full guard but Gracie has control of the leg.
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!
Gracie passes to full mount!
Boaler is in a horrible position here. Gracie smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
Gracie looking to control but Boaler is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Gracie lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
Gracie is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Boaler can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Gracie looking to control and managing it successfully. #T1#
Gracie is landing with some decent strikes but Boaler is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Boaler is working to get back to half guard.
Gracie trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Gracie unloading with bombs!
Gracie lands a big elbow.
Boaler is squirming around, avoiding Gracie's attempts to control the action.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Boaler really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Gracie punishing his opponent with strikes.
Gracie looking to control but Boaler is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
BOOM! Gracie connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Gracie has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Gracie content just to control the position here.
Gracie with a couple of short strikes.
Gracie sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Gracie dominating with strikes here.#ROC2#Boaler is rocked!
Boaler is looking to improve his position but Gracie isn't that keen on the idea.
Boaler regains half guard.
Nice strikes from Gracie there. #SUB2#
Boaler is defending against the submission attempts here by Gracie.
Boaler wants to control but Gracie is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T3#
Gracie working over Boaler with some ground and pound. Boaler looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Boaler has hold of Gracie's hands but Gracie slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Gracie wants to pass the guard but Boaler is defending well.
Gracie landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Boaler has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Gracie is working away from the top position though.
Boaler is not content to let Gracie control the position.
Boaler gets back to full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Boaler had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Gracie defends it easily.#T4#
Boaler 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#
Gracie tries to get to full guard but Boaler has control of the leg.
Gracie keeps trying to improve his position.
Gracie slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Gracie manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Boaler manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB##SUB#
Boaler looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Gracie passes into side control.
Boaler is trying to improve his position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Big Dog Gracie dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Boaler misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
#TD2#
Gracie scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Gracie trying to control the action but Boaler is working from the bottom.
Gracie is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Boaler trying to control but Gracie postures up.
Boaler has hold of Gracie's hands but Gracie slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Gracie lands with a punch from half guard.
Boaler is looking for a sweep. Gracie is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gracie trying to pass the guard but Boaler defending well.
Gracie is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Boaler regains full guard. Nicely done. #T1#
Boaler wants to hit a sweep here but Gracie passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Boaler there!
Gracie unloading with bombs!
Gracie takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Boaler bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Gracie is trying to keep Boaler in close.
Gracie keeping moving, preventing Boaler from controlling successfully.
Gracie has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Boaler passes easily into side control. Nice work.#T2##SUB#
Boaler tries for a kimura but Gracie is defending well.
Gracie is looking for a sweep.
Big Dog Gracie has got the better of the ground game so far.
Boaler tries to advance to mount but can't.
Gracie is trying to get back to half guard.
Gracie manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Gracie lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Gracie lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Gracie working Boaler over with strikes. #T3#
Gracie content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Boaler is staying active underneath Gracie, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Boaler has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Gracie is working away from the top position though.
Gracie seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Boaler does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Gracie working over Boaler with some ground and pound. Boaler looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Gracie has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Boaler tries to lock up and control but Gracie gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Boaler can't escape the position.
#T4#
Boaler is working hard here to advance position.
Gracie sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Gracie lands a couple of good shots and Boaler has given up his back, trying to escape the position!
Boaler is taking damage to the body and head.
Boaler trying to control but not successfully.
Gracie is looking to control Boaler but Boaler is wriggling around and keeping busy. #SUB2#
Gracie is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Boaler tries to break free.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Big Dog Gracie 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##TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Gracie enables Boaler to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Gracie manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Gracie tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Gracie is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Boaler wants to control from the top but Gracie keeps moving.
Gracie is trying to control the position but Boaler postures up. #SUB2#
Boaler avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Boaler 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.
Gracie is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Boaler is controlling him.
Boaler stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Gracie swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T1#
Boaler postures up.
Gracie keeping moving, preventing Boaler from controlling successfully.
Gracie tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Gracie keeping moving, preventing Boaler from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Gracie is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Gracie tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Boaler passes into half guard.
Gracie wants to get back to his feet.
Boaler with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Gracie moves into full guard.
Big Dog Gracie is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Boaler preventing the sweep.
Boaler stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Gracie swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Gracie is pulling down on Boaler's head. It's preventing any offense from Boaler, at least for the moment.
Gracie 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.
Boaler forces his way into half guard.
Gracie gets full guard.
Boaler stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Gracie swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Gracie is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Boaler defends well.#T3#
Gracie looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Gracie looking to control.
#SUB2#
Gracie has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Boaler can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Gracie is trying to keep Boaler in close.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Gracie holds on and takes a little breather.
Gracie looking to control.
Gracie 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.
Boaler passes Gracie's left leg - he's now in half guard. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Gracie wants to improve his position but Boaler is controlling well.
Gracie is pressing down on Boaler's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Boaler wants to control from the top but Gracie keeps moving. #SUB2#
Gracie is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Gracie keeping moving, preventing Boaler from controlling successfully.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Boaler passes Gracie's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Gracie is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Tom Boaler has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
And that's the end of the fight!
Tom Boaler showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Gracie has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 28:29
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 28:29
Judge Albert Achterberg scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Big Dog Gracie!
Big Dog Gracie took some time post fight to say the following; 'Matt Curtis your podcast absolutely sucks. You're not going to be champ here either, I'm here to stay'. |
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WCF 36: Gracie vs Komakech
Date: Aug 29, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Komakech looks to land a body kick but Gracie moved away.
Gracie throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Komakech's waist but Komakech gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Gracie off to one side.
Komakech looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Gracie shoots for a takedown but Komakech saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.#TD#
Gracie shoots in and bounces Komakech off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Gracie might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Gracie's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Gracie trying to move into half guard but instead Komakech has managed to sweep!#REVB#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Komakech has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Gracie is proving hard to escape from.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Gracie working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Komakech doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Komakech manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Komakech really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Gracie. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Gracie is trying to keep Komakech in close.
#T1#
Gracie has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Komakech 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.
Komakech wants to stand but Gracie has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Gracie looking for a sweep. Not yet Gracie, not yet. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Gracie has Komakech pulled in close to control his posture.
Gracie 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#
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Gracie in particular looking to stall.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Komakech can do anything to dispel that myth.
Gracie trying to mount his opponent but Komakech defends it.
Gracie slows the pace down in half guard. #T3#
Gracie's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.#SUB#
Gracie is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Gracie trying to control the pace. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#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.
Gracie has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Komakech.
Richard Komakech is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Gracie goes for a double leg but Komakech avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Komakech continues to drive forward.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Big Dog Gracie. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Komakech throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Komakech ducks under a wild hook from Gracie.
Komakech looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Gracie looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Komakech keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Komakech swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Komakech goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Gracie goes for a double leg but Komakech avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Komakech continues to drive forward.
Komakech throws out a counter right but Gracie avoids it with no problem.
Gracie missing with a left hand there. Komakech was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Komakech swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Gracie tries for a takedown but Komakech circles away easily
and Komakech counters with a nice uppercut.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Richard Komakech 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#
Komakech moves out of range of the strikes.
Gracie shoots for a double leg takedown but Komakech sprawls well. He's pushed Gracie's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Gracie with a lazy takedown attempt
and Komakech connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Gracie fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Big Dog Gracie. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Gracie throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Gracie darts in looking for a takedown but Komakech gets double underhooks and turns Gracie into the cage.
Gracie thows a left - swing and a miss! #TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Gracie.
Gracie controlling the position.
Komakech is looking to reverse the position.#T1#
Gracie is looking to take a break and control but Komakech is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Komakech is looking to regain half guard here but Gracie keeps moving and retains side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Komakech stops Gracie from passing to mount.
Gracie is looking to take a break and control but Komakech is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Gracie 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. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB#
Gracie is trying to get an arm triangle but Komakech is defending well.
Gracie wants to control but Komakech is keeping him busy.
Big Dog Gracie overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Komakech being controlled for a moment. #T3#
Komakech is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Gracie asserts his dominance and retains side control.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Gracie shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Komakech as he avoids it easily.
Komakech looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Gracie throws a hook but Komakech blocks it.#CL#
Gracie clinches up with Komakech and pushes him back against the cage.
Gracie changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Komakech fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Komakech bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Gracie tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Komakech manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Gracie fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Komakech stuffs the takedown.#T4#
Gracie misses with a takedown
and Komakech counters with a stiff right hand.
Gracie tries to clinch up.
Gracie closes this distance looking for a takedown but Komakech circles away.
Gracie goes for a double leg but Komakech avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Komakech continues to drive forward.
Gracie fails with a takedown attempt.
Komakech avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Gracie has a takedown stuffed.
Komakech throws out a counter right but Gracie avoids it with no problem.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Komakech leaves Gracie with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Gracie is looking to clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Richard Komakech showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Gracie's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R3#
Gracie misses with an uppercut
and Komakech makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Gracie tries for a takedown but Komakech circles away easily
and Komakech counters with a one-two to the body.
Gracie darts in trying to clinch
and Komakech counters with a left and a right that stings Gracie.
Gracie dives in and grabs Komakech's left leg, looking for a takedown. Komakech pushes down on Gracie's head and hops out.
Gracie is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Komakech's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Gracie doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Komakech counters with a series of strikes. Gracie will be more careful next time no doubt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Big Dog Gracie. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Gracie shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Despite the aggression on Komakech's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Gracie fails with the takedown
and Komakech makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Gracie misses with a takedown
and Komakech counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T1#
Komakech scores with the left hand. Gracie knows he should have avoided that one.
Horrible takedown attempt by Gracie or perhaps it was just good defense by Komakech, which made it look bad.
Sloppy strikes from Komakech. Those never looked like landing.
Gracie needs to keep his hands up - Komakech had a free shot at his head there.
Gracie tries to clinch up.
Komakech throws out a counter right but Gracie avoids it with no problem.#TD#
Gracie fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Komakech sprawls well initially but Gracie persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Komakech wants to get back to his feet.
Gracie wants to control but Komakech is keeping him busy.
Komakech tries to get to full guard but Gracie has control of the leg.
Komakech is not content to let Gracie control the position.#T2#
Gracie trying to control the pace.
Komakech won't allow Gracie to pass to mount.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Gracie in particular looking to stall.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Gracie wants to pass the guard but Komakech is defending well. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Gracie tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Komakech swivels and escapes.#T3#
Komakech slips under a jab from Gracie.
Gracie walks into a jab.
No luck for Gracie with that takedown attempt.
Big Dog Gracie seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nice takedown defense from Komakech. No joy for Gracie on that attempt.
Komakech keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Gracie dives in for a single leg takedown but Komakech sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Gracie with a poor takedown
letting Komakech counter with a right hand.
Gracie shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Komakech pinned against the cage. Komakech gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Gracie moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#T4#
Komakech connects with a body shot that sends Gracie's belly button to the back.
Komakech keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Gracie.
Gracie is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Gracie misses with an uppercut. Komakech saw that one coming.
Gracie shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Komakech counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Komakech circles away from the clinch attempt.
Komakech looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Gracie closes the distance and clinches up with Komakech, looking for a takedown. Gracie pushes Komakech against the cage but Komakech circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Gracie takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Gracie misses with a takedown
and Komakech counters with a kick to the head that grazes his opponent. Gracie is lucky that one didn't land flush.
Gracie throws a jab but it's blocked by Komakech.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Richard Komakech 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#
No luck for Gracie with that takedown attempt.
Gracie scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Komakech has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Gracie fails with a takedown attempt.
Komakech swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#TD#
Gracie shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Komakech's guard.
Komakech pulls Gracie in close to his closed guard and prevents Gracie from doing any damage or advancing position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gracie looking to sit in guard and control but Komakech gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB##T1##SUB#
Gracie looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Komakech wants to get up but he can't break Gracie's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Gracie looking for a sweep. Not yet Gracie, not yet. #SUB#
Gracie looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Gracie looking for a sweep. Not yet Gracie, not yet.
Komakech postures up.
#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Gracie is adopting a defensive guard.#SUB#
Gracie is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Komakech defends well.#SUB#
Gracie working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Komakech doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Komakech manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Komakech must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Gracie had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Komakech defends it easily.#T3#
Gracie has a closed guard, preventing Komakech from standing up. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD#
Komakech tries to sprawl but Gracie drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Komakech wants to stand back up but Gracie manages to pass into side control.
Gracie is looking to take a break and control but Komakech is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Gracie fails to land a wild elbow strike.
#T4#
Gracie happy to just control the position for now. #SUB#
Gracie tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Gracie looking to control but instead Komakech has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Gracie missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Big Dog Gracie had his way with Richard Komakech in that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R5#
Gracie fails with a takedown attempt.
Richard Komakech is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Gracie with a lazy takedown attempt
and Komakech counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Gracie misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
It seemed like Komakech was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Big Dog Gracie. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Komakech stuffs the takedown attempt from Gracie. Gracie gets slowly back to his feet.
Komakech lands with a cross.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gracie misses with a left hand
and Komakech connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Gracie fails with a takedown attempt.
Komakech is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.#T1#
Gracie takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Komakech moves out of range of the strikes.
The fight stays on the outside here - Gracie looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Komakech swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Richard Komakech seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Gracie fails to land the takedown.
Gracie has a takedown stuffed.
Komakech scores with a head kick. Gracie tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Danga de danga de dang - Komakech scores with a four punch combination!
Richard Komakech is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Gracie dives in and grabs Komakech's left leg, looking for a takedown. Komakech pushes down on Gracie's head and hops out.
Komakech looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Gracie misses with a takedown
enabling Komakech to counter with a crisp jab.
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.
Gracie closes the distance and clinches up with Komakech, looking for a takedown. Gracie pushes Komakech against the cage but Komakech circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Gracie tries for a takedown but Komakech circles away easily
and Komakech counters with a left and a right that stings Gracie.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Komakech scores with the left hand. Gracie knows he should have avoided that one.
Gracie jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Komakech throws a head kick but Gracie moves out of range.
Gracie drops down looking for a counter takedown but Komakech sprawls and moves away.
Gracie looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Gracie misses with a takedown attempt - Komakech sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Gracie fails with the takedown.#T3#
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Komakech, as that shot connected.
Komakech displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Gracie. #TD#
Gracie closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Komakech is letting Gracie control him for a moment.
Gracie wants to lay and pray for a moment but Komakech keeps working. #T4#
Komakech can't do much from the bottom here.
Komakech is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #SUB#
Gracie thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Big Dog Gracie has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#SUB#
Gracie tries for a kimura but Komakech is defending well.
And that's the end of the fight!
Richard Komakech comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Komakech 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Columbo Gatti scores the fight 46:49
Judge Jorge Garcia scores the fight 46:49
Judge Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 46:49
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Richard Komakech!
Richard Komakech is the new super heavyweight champion! |
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Event:
WCF 31: Mulder vs Turunen
Date: Jul 25, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#TD2#
Tyson closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. #SUB2#
Tyson seems to be looking for submissions.
Gracie holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Gracie is trying to get back to full guard.
Tyson uses his free foot to push down on Gracie's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Gracie.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gracie is looking to get to half guard.
Tyson trying to control but Gracie is having none of it. #T1#
Tyson prevents Gracie from getting the reversal.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tyson trying to control but Gracie is having none of it.
Tyson avoids the attempt from Gracie to control.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Gracie avoids a strike by Tyson and manages to complete a very nice reversal in the process, to end up in Tyson 's guard! Fantastic escape!
Gracie controlling from the top position. #SUB2#
Gracie avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Tyson is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Gracie looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Gracie has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T3##SUB2#
Tyson has his foot on Gracie's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Gracie works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Tyson looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Gracie is stalling in the full guard. #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.
Gracie postures up and lands a big shot to Tyson 's brow. #SUB2#
Tyson escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Gracie gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Tyson escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Gracie gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Gracie wants to pass the guard but Tyson is keeping the position.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#TD#
Gracie drives through with a takedown into guard.
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 Big Dog Gracie will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2##TD#
Gracie darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Gracie trying to mount his opponent but Tyson defends it.
Tyson is pressing down on Gracie's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Gracie with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Gracie advances to half guard.
Tyson is looking to control Gracie's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Tyson avoid being mounted?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gracie seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T1#
Tyson wants to control but Gracie is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Gracie seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Gracie'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.#SUB#
Gracie is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Gracie is controlling the pace.
#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB2#
Tyson is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Gracie pulls his head out easily.
Well, if Gracie 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.
#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Gracie lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.#TD#
Gracie 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.
Gracie pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Tyson is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Tyson looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#T3#
Gracie looking to pass the guard.
Gracie will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB2#
Tyson escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Gracie gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Tyson is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Gracie is aware though and is defending well.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Gracie here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Gracie passes Tyson 's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Gracie prevents Tyson from improving his position.
Gracie with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Gracie tries to pass the half guard into mount. Tyson knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Still in half guard, Gracie seems content to control.
Tyson tries to get to full guard but Gracie has control of the leg.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gracie not doing much here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Gracie is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Big Dog Gracie 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. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3##TD#
Gracie scores with a takedown into Tyson 's guard.#SUB2#
Tyson is looking for a triangle but Gracie pushes his legs off easily.
Gracie's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Gracie stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Tyson swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Gracie is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tyson can do to turn this around?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gracie is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Tyson looking for a sweep. Not yet Tyson , not yet. #T1#
Gracie controlling from the top position. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Tyson enables Gracie to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Tyson manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Gracie sitting in guard here, content to control. #ES2#
Tyson manages to escape and get back to his feet.
#TD2#
Tyson shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. #SUB#
Gracie is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Tyson is fighting to break Gracie's control of his arms but Gracie is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Chandler Tyson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Big Dog Gracie is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Gracie preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Gracie is adopting a defensive guard.
Tyson stopping the sweep attempt from Gracie.
Tyson looking to pass the guard.
Tyson trying to control the position from guard on top but Gracie is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tyson looking to pass the guard. #T3#
Gracie 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.
Tyson trying to control the position from guard on top but Gracie is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Gracie holds on and takes a little breather. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Gracie scores with a jab to the head.
#TD2#
Tyson scores with a takedown into Gracie's guard.#ES#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Gracie manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.#TD#
Gracie turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!#SUB#
Gracie is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Tyson is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
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.
Tyson tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Gracie wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
A lull in the action here as Gracie stalls from top position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Further stalling from Gracie.
And that's the end of the fight!
Big Dog Gracie showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Gracie 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 Arvi Lind scores the fight 30:27
Judge Anni Minnemäki scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Big Dog Gracie!
Big Dog Gracie 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:
WCF 27: Rua vs Scott 2
Date: Jun 27, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Foster enables Gracie to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Foster manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Gracie sitting in guard here, content to control.
Gracie stands and throws Foster's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Foster struggling a bit here.
Gracie is staying tight to Foster's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Gracie has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Gracie thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Foster really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Gracie. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#T1#
Gracie has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Foster!
Gracie controlling the position easily from mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Gracie quickly switches position and commits to an armbar! It's a big risk for Gracie but it's paid off an Foster is forced to tap! Nice work by Gracie.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Big Dog Gracie!
Big Dog Gracie 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:
CACC 94
Date: May 30, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Richard Morgan! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Big Dog Gracie!
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Gracie closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Morgan quickly recovers to half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Morgan (0) vs (2) Gracie
Gracie wants to lay and pray for a moment but Morgan keeps working.
Morgan is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Gracie's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Gracie's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Morgan (4) vs (2) Gracie
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Gracie tries to roll but Morgan sticks to his back.
Morgan controls the position.
Morgan trying to control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Morgan is looking for the choke from the back position but Gracie is controlling his hands well. #SUB#
Morgan is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Gracie is defending well though. Morgan let's go of the attempt for now.
Morgan keeps control of the position as Gracie tries to break free.
#T1#
Gracie trying to control the position but Morgan manages to sink in the hooks.
Gracie prevents Morgan from getting a body triangle.
Gracie is in bad spot here.
Gracie prevents Morgan from getting a body triangle.#SUB#
Morgan is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Morgan avoiding Gracie 's attempts to control his hands.
Gracie can't escape the position.
#T2#
Gracie is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Morgan.
#SUB#
Morgan looking for the choke but no joy.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Morgan keeps control of the position as Gracie tries to break free.
Gracie is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Morgan.
Morgan trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
#T3##SUB#
Gracie fending off the submission attempt from Morgan.
What can Gracie do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Will Morgan go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Gracie rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Gracie is looking to control Morgan's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Gracie avoid being mounted?#T4#
Gracie won't allow Morgan to pass to mount. #SUB2#
Gracie looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Gracie is looking to control Morgan's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Gracie avoid being mounted?
Morgan is looking to take a break and control but Gracie is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
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.#T5#
Morgan trying to pass the guard but Gracie defending well.
Morgan is trying to control. Gracie wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Gracie tries to get to full guard but Morgan has control of the leg.
Morgan is thwarting Gracie's attempts to control the position.
Gracie moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB2#
Gracie working for a triangle but Morgan defends it easily.
#T6#
Morgan wants to pass the guard but Gracie is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Gracie has his foot on Morgan's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Morgan works his way back into a safe position though.
Morgan wants to control from the top but Gracie keeps moving.
Morgan stands and throws Gracie's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Morgan (7) vs (2) Gracie
Morgan is looking to take a break and control but Gracie is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Gracie sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#T7#
Gracie wants to get back to full guard.
Morgan wants to pass the guard but Gracie is defending well. #SUB2#
Gracie actively working from the bottom here.
Morgan is trying to control the action in half guard but Gracie is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Still in half guard, Morgan seems content to control.
Gracie is looking to improve his position.
#T8#
Morgan is trying to control the action in half guard but Gracie is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Morgan prevents Gracie from improving his position.
Morgan seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Gracie manages to get to full guard.
Morgan postures up.
Gracie has his hands on Morgan's head, controlling the position. #T9#
Gracie trying to control the position.
Morgan stopping the sweep attempt from Gracie.#SUB2#
Gracie working for submissions but it's allowed Morgan to get to half guard.
Morgan wants to control but Gracie is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Morgan is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Gracie defends it well. #T10##SUB#
Morgan is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Gracie sees it coming and defends easily.
Morgan seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Gracie does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Morgan is looking to pass Gracie's guard but actually Gracie recovers to full guard.
Gracie keeping moving, preventing Morgan from controlling successfully.
Morgan wants to pass the guard but Gracie is keeping the position.#T11#
Gracie looking for a sweep. Not yet Gracie, not yet.
Morgan trying to control the position from guard on top but Gracie is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Gracie working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Morgan doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Morgan manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Gracie trying to control the position.
Morgan tries to free his leg and advance position but Gracie is retaining full guard.
Morgan postures up.
Morgan wants to pass the guard but Gracie is keeping the position.#T12##SUB2#
Gracie throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Gracie is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Morgan advances to half guard.
Morgan passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Morgan (10) vs (2) Gracie
Gracie tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Morgan wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Morgan is looking to take a break and control but Gracie is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Morgan looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #T13#
Morgan advances to mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Morgan (12) vs (2) Gracie
Gracie wants to hold on but Morgan pushes him away.
Gracie is desperately trying to improve his position but Morgan has a good base and remains in mount.
Morgan avoids the attempt from Gracie to control.
Gracie keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Gracie keeps trying to improve his position.#T14#
Gracie wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: Morgan (15) vs (2) Gracie
Gracie is trying to break free.
Gracie looking very determined here, making life difficult for Morgan.
Morgan gets his hands free as Gracie looks to control. #SUB#
Morgan has the rear naked choke here! This is very bad for Gracie! Can he survive? No! He's out! Morgan gets to his feet and celebrates with his cornermen. He looks absolutely delighted. In the post fight interviews he takes time to thank his parents and everyone who has believed in him from the start. How sweet.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 14:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Richard Morgan!
Our winner, Richard Morgan, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
SAFO 55 Jovanovic v Lucroy
Date: Apr 25, 2020 |
#R1##KD2#
Van Cleefe drops Gracie with a beautiful combination! Gracie stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Van Cleefe is looking for the KO!#CUT2#
It looks like Big Dog Gracie has been cut.
A low kick from Van Cleefe is predictable there #TD#
and Gracie counters with a single leg into guard. Van Cleefe didn't expect that.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Gracie is looking to work some ground and pound but Van Cleefe has wrist control.#SUB2#
Van Cleefe looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Gracie passes into half guard.
Gracie seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Van Cleefe does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Van Cleefe trying to control from the bottom.
Gracie missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gracie seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Gracie is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#T1#
Gracie throwing shots but Van Cleefe is blocking nicely. #SUB2#
Van Cleefe looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Gracie is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Van Cleefe has managed to free his arm - good work.
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. Gracie connects with a nice short shot to Van Cleefe's temple.
Van Cleefe trying to hold on to Gracie's head to control him but Gracie postures up.
#SUB#
Gracie is working for an americana but Van Cleefe has been sneaky and has managed to get back to half guard, whilst Gracie was thinking about the submission.#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.
Gracie sitting in guard here, content to control.
Gracie postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Gracie's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Gracie throws an elbow that misses. Van Cleefe uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Gracie's guard. Nice move by Van Cleefe!#REVB#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Gracie is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Gracie tries to free his leg and advance position but Van Cleefe is retaining full guard. #T3#
Van Cleefe wants to improve his position but instead Gracie has moved into half guard.
Gracie scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Gracie is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Gracie sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Gracie missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Van Cleefe 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.
Van Cleefe has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Gracie is working away from the top position though.
Gracie passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Van Cleefe! #T4#
Gracie lands a nice shot to the head.
Gracie controlling his opponent.
Gracie wants to control the pace but Van Cleefe is squirming around nicely. #SUB#
Gracie goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Van Cleefe turns into him and now he's in Gracie's guard.
Van Cleefe preventing the sweep.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Big Dog Gracie dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Big Dog Gracie's cut.
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#
Van Cleefe defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Gracie.
Van Cleefe misses with a series of wild punches.
Van Cleefe throws a series of punches but Gracie moves out of range.
Van Cleefe lands a jab.
Van Cleefe throws a right and a left that both miss.
Van Cleefe scores with a body shot.
Van Cleefe throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Van Cleefe lands with a nice body punch. #CL#
Gracie moves into range and clinches up with Van Cleefe.
Gracie tries for a takedown. No joy.
Gracie goes for a takedown in the clinch but Van Cleefe prevents it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Big Dog Gracie. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC2#
Van Cleefe breaks the clinch.
Van Cleefe scores with a hook to the body. Gracie takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Lee Van Cleefe seems to be getting the better of the standup.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Van Cleefe closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Big Dog Gracie is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T1#
Van Cleefe looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Gracie appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Gracie misses with a body kick.
Gracie showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Van Cleefe.
Gracie wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.#TD#
Gracie drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Gracie grinds an elbow into Van Cleefe's temple. #SUB#
Gracie tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Gracie has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB#
Gracie goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Van Cleefe has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Gracie but great work by Van Cleefe.#T2#
Gracie is looking for a sweep.
Gracie can't do much from the bottom here.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB2#
Van Cleefe tries for a kimura but Gracie is defending well. #SUB2#
Van Cleefe tries for a kimura but Gracie is defending well.
Gracie is trying to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Van Cleefe looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Gracie is looking for a sweep.
Gracie is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Finch Gym, so we'll see if he gets out of it.#T3##SUB2#
Van Cleefe is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Gracie has escaped the position, nice work there.
Gracie sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Van Cleefe is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Gracie is just riding it out for now. Van Cleefe eventually gives up the hold.
Gracie is controlling Van Cleefe's trapped leg to prevent Van Cleefe from advancing to side control.
Gracie makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Gracie.#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.
Van Cleefe prevents Gracie from getting back to his feet.
Gracie tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB2#
Van Cleefe drops back, looking for a kneebar! Gracie looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Gracie looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Gracie! #REVR#
Gracie scoring with punches and elbows.
Van Cleefe is looking to reverse the position.
Gracie trying to control the position but Van Cleefe is working away.
Van Cleefe taking punishment in the form of punches.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Lee Van Cleefe showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Big Dog Gracie's cut.
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. 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#
Van Cleefe lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
#TD#
Gracie looking to score a takedown here. Van Cleefe is defending well but Gracie drives through and ends up in Van Cleefe's guard.
Gracie pushing down on Van Cleefe's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Big Dog Gracie overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Gracie is nestled in close to Van Cleefe, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Gracie 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.#SUB#
Gracie is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Van Cleefe doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Gracie. #SUB#
Gracie is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gracie takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#T1#
Gracie winds up and cracks Van Cleefe with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #SUB#
Gracie is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Van Cleefe defends it well.
Van Cleefe is trying to control but Gracie passes into side control!
#SU#
Gracie has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
Van Cleefe misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Gracie.#T2#
Van Cleefe lands with a nice body punch.
Nice uppercut lands for Van Cleefe. That snapped Gracie's head back.
Van Cleefe fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Gracie throws a lazy body kick
and Van Cleefe counters with a left to the body.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Gracie tries to clinch
and Van Cleefe counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Van Cleefe fails to land with a series of punches.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Van Cleefe cracks Gracie with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Van Cleefe scores with a body shot.
No joy there for Van Cleefe, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Van Cleefe cracks Gracie with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Van Cleefe scores with a three punch combo!
#CL#
Gracie clinches.
Van Cleefe wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
#T3#
Gracie has Van Cleefe pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Van Cleefe manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
A shot in the inside from Van Cleefe.
Gracie tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Van Cleefe smiles and moves away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Big Dog Gracie. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Van Cleefe scores with a three punch combo!
Van Cleefe displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Gracie. #TD#
Gracie gets a takedown into half guard.
Van Cleefe is trying to control but can't.
#T4#
Gracie trying to control from half guard but Van Cleefe is working away.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Gracie in particular looking to stall.#SUB#
Gracie seems to be looking for submissions.
Gracie scoring with strikes to the body and head. #CUT#
It looks like Lee Van Cleefe has been cut.
Van Cleefe gets back to full guard.
Gracie cracks Van Cleefe with a solid left hand.
And that's the end of the fight!
Lee Van Cleefe comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Van Cleefe has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:29
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:29
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lee Van Cleefe!
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Event:
SAFO 51
Date: Apr 04, 2020 |
#R1#
Nice body kick there by Bundy.
Gracie walks forward, straight into a front kick from Bundy.
A shot to the liver by Bundy. Beautiful body shot.
Bundy stuns Gracie with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Gracie is breathing heavily.
Bundy scores with a hook.
Bundy slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.#KD2#
Bundy sends Gracie crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Bundy is motioning to the referee to let Gracie up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!#CUT2#
It looks like Big Dog Gracie has been cut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bundy lands a nice looking body shot.
#KD2#
Bundy lands a big uppercut and Gracie crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Gracie looks OK. Bundy waves Gracie back to his feet!
Both fighters circling a little - Bundy finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Bundy plants his feet and throws a 3 punch combo. Miss, miss, boom! The third punch, a big right hook, connects right on the temple and drops Gracie to the mat, unconscious! This fight is all over! Gracie just couldn't keep out of the way of the whole flurry of punches!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Solomon Bundy!
Solomon Bundy really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Urban Fighter logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.
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Event:
SAFO 47 IsMore v Emelianegro
Date: Mar 21, 2020 |
#R1##TD2#
Gracie scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Shiek won't allow Gracie to pass to mount.
Gracie thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #SUB2#
Gracie is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Shiek defends it well.
Shiek tries to roll over but Gracie keeps him under control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gracie wants to stand but Shiek has hold of a leg and an arm, so he's trapped for now. #SUB2#
Gracie is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#T1##SUB2#
Gracie is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Shiek is just riding it out for now. Gracie eventually gives up the hold.
Shiek knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Gracie on the ground.
Shiek avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Gracie.
Gracie is keen to just control but Shiek is a slippery customer.#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.#SUB2#
Gracie is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Shiek is just riding it out for now. Gracie eventually gives up the hold.
Gracie wants to pass the guard but Shiek is defending well.
Gracie missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Gracie sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Shiek defending well though. #SUB2#
Gracie is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Gracie working Shiek over with strikes.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Gracie trying to control from half guard but Shiek is working away.
Gracie tries to pass to full mount but Shiek defends it.
Shiek controlling the position for now.
Shiek on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Shiek tries to get out of the position.
Gracie looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB2#
Gracie is looking for a kimura but Shiek is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Gracie to get the leverage. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Gracie seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Gracie trying to control from half guard but Shiek is working away.
Gracie passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Shiek!
Gracie lands a heavy elbow.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Gracie landing shots from mount.
Gracie working the ground and pound effectively.
#ROC2#
Shiek is rocked!
Gracie moves to back control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Big Dog Gracie dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2##TD2#
Gracie shoots in for a takedown. Oh, that's a huge slam! Shiek is on queer street and Gracie is pounding down on him with a barage of strikes. The ref is forced to step in and stop the fight. Great finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Slam). Big Dog Gracie!
In his post fight interview, Big Dog Gracie started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
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Event:
RS 2
Date: Jan 18, 2020 |
#R1#
A combination from Gracie Jr does no damage.
Burroughs will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Gracie Jr throws a head kick that misses #CL#
and Burroughs counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Burroughs misses with a short punch on the inside. #TD#
Burroughs manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Burroughs keeping moving, preventing Gracie Jr from controlling successfully.
Gracie Jr looking to sit in guard and control but Burroughs gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gracie Jr wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Burroughs is now in half guard.
Gracie Jr wants to improve his position but Burroughs is controlling well.
#T1#
Burroughs perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gracie Jr trying to control but Burroughs postures up.
Burroughs controlling the action here.
Gracie Jr manages to get to full guard.
Gracie Jr looking for a sweep. Not yet Gracie Jr, not yet. #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.
Burroughs postures up.
#SUB2#
Gracie Jr looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Burroughs passes into side control.
Burroughs controlling from side mount.
Gracie Jr is trying to control Burroughs's posture but Burroughs avoids it. #T3#
Burroughs is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Gracie Jr manages to work his way to half guard, despite Burroughs's best efforts.
Burroughs trying to control the action but Gracie Jr is working from the bottom.
Burroughs blocks the strikes from Gracie Jr.
#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Burroughs tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Gracie Jr defends well and Burroughs ends up having to push Gracie Jr into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.#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.#TD#
Burroughs closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Gracie Jr manages to get back to half guard.
Gracie Jr is looking to improve his position.
The fighters are battling for position here. Gracie Jr manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Gracie Jr looking to control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Gracie Jr managing to control the position.
Burroughs sitting in guard, not really doing much.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jordan Burroughs 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#
Gracie Jr looks to land a combination but Burroughs avoids it well.
The fight stays on the outside here - Gracie Jr looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Danga de danga de dang - Gracie Jr scores with a four punch combination!
Burroughs looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Gracie Jr tries to clinch there but Burroughs circles away.
Burroughs changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Gracie Jr tries to avoid it but Burroughs manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Gracie Jr to the ground. Gracie Jr escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Nice takedown defense from Burroughs. No joy for Gracie Jr on that attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gracie Jr is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Horrible takedown attempt by Burroughs or perhaps it was just good defense by Gracie Jr, which made it look bad.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jordan Burroughs. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Gracie Jr swinging wildly here.
Gracie Jr throws a lazy head kick #TD#
and Burroughs counters with a takedown into side control.
Gracie Jr wants to control but Burroughs postures up.
Burroughs trying to control the action but Gracie Jr is working from the bottom.
Burroughs is staying tight to Gracie Jr's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Gracie Jr is looking for a sweep.#T2#
A bit of a lull in the action here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gracie Jr is looking for a sweep.
Gracie Jr is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Gracie Jr is trying to buck Burroughs off.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#CL#
Burroughs has managed to clinch.
Gracie Jr wants to take the fight to the mat but Burroughs manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.#T3#
Burroughs is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Gracie Jr to keep the fight standing.
Burroughs is looking to control Gracie Jr's arms but Gracie Jr gets an underhook and turns him. Now Burroughs has his back to the cage. #BC2#
Gracie Jr breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#TD#
Burroughs drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Gracie Jr tries to improve position but can't.
Burroughs wants to lay and pray for a moment but Gracie Jr keeps working.
Burroughs working away.#T4#
Gracie Jr is looking to reverse the position.
Gracie Jr struggling a bit here.
Gracie Jr is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Burroughs has just dragged him back down to the mat.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Gracie Jr throws out a loose jab but Burroughs uses good head movement to avoid it.
No joy there for Burroughs, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Kron Gracie Jr will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Burroughs slaps away a takedown attempt from Gracie Jr, before circling back to the center of the mat.#TD#
Burroughs shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Gracie Jr trying to control the position.
Gracie Jr might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Burroughs haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Gracie Jr wants to sweep here but Burroughs controlling him for the moment.
Burroughs wants to pass the guard but Gracie Jr is keeping the position.
Gracie Jr is trying to control the position but Burroughs postures up. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Gracie Jr shoots in for a takedown but Burroughs shows good takedown defense. #CL#
Burroughs moves into the clinch successfully.
Burroughs has Gracie Jr pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Gracie Jr manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. #BC2#
Gracie Jr pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#TD2#
Gracie Jr darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.#T2#
Gracie Jr takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Burroughs keeping hold of Gracie Jr's head, controlling as best he can.
Gracie Jr seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Burroughs does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Gracie Jr sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Burroughs is trying to get back to full guard.#T3#
Gracie Jr is taking a breather. Burroughs says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Burroughs might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Gracie Jr misses with a head shot. Burroughs uses the momentum to regain guard.
Gracie Jr is in close to Burroughs's body, working some short punches and elbows.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Gracie Jr wants to control from the top but Burroughs keeps moving.
Gracie Jr stopping the sweep attempt from Burroughs.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Burroughs pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Gracie Jr misses with an attempted mid kick.
#TD#
Burroughs looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Gracie Jr is looking to get back to is feet but Burroughs passes into side control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Gracie Jr is looking for a sweep.
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 Jordan Burroughs.
I think Burroughs 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 Gwen Towbar scores the fight 29:28
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 29:28
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jordan Burroughs!
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