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Event:
WCF 96: Wolf vs Vanorden
Date: Oct 30, 2021 |
#R1#
Masvidal throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Rodrigues sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Masvidal avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Masvidal getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Rodrigues takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Rodrigues looks to clinch
enabling Masvidal to counter with a crisp jab.
Rodrigues throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Masvidal jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Masvidal throws a looping overhand right but Rodrigues ducks down to avoid it.
It looked like Rodrigues was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Masvidal.
Masvidal throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Rodrigues ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Masvidal moves away.
Masvidal throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Rodrigues throws a sloppy body shot
and Masvidal counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rodrigues misses with a shot to the body
and Masvidal cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T1#
Rodrigues tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Masvidal was well out of range. Poor timing from Rodrigues.
Rodrigues swings away with a body shot that misses
and Masvidal cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Rodrigues walks into a stiff left hand from Masvidal.
Masvidal's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Masvidal duly obliges. #CUT2#It looks like Samuel Rodrigues has been cut.
Nice defenses there by Rodrigues.
Rodrigues half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Rodrigues gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Rodrigues ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Masvidal is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Rodrigues had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Masvidal keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Rodrigues displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Masvidal throws out the jab.
Masvidal scores with a nice strike.
Masvidal might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Rodrigues slips a jab from Masvidal.
Masvidal moves into range and connects with a jab. #T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Masvidal punishes Rodrigues's body with a nice straight punch.
A shot to the liver by Masvidal. Beautiful body shot.
Rodrigues takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Nice defenses there by Rodrigues.
Masvidal scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Masvidal scores with a jab to the head.
Masvidal scores with a nice right hand.
Rodrigues avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Rodrigues tries to clinch but Masvidal moves out of range.
Rodrigues is looking to wear down Masvidal with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Rodrigues misses with a wild body shot.
Rodrigues takes one on the button.
Nice jab there from Masvidal.
Nate Masvidal is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T3#
Nice body punch from Masvidal.
Rodrigues tries to clinch up.#CL#
Rodrigues gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Masvidal lands a hook to the side of the head.
Masvidal scores with a shoulder strike.
Masvidal lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Rodrigues jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Masvidal walks away with a smile on his face. Rodrigues gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Masvidal works Rodrigues's body with a nice hook.
Rodrigues avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Rodrigues tries to counter by clinching up but Masvidal breaks away and moves out of range.
Rodrigues swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Rodrigues needs to keep his hands up - Masvidal had a free shot at his head there.
Masvidal misses with an uppercut.
Rodrigues throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#T4#
The fighters circle momentarily. Masvidal darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Masvidal cracks Rodrigues with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Masvidal has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Nate Masvidal seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rodrigues misses with a jab to the body
and Masvidal counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Masvidal misses the jab.#CL#
Rodrigues drives through and clinches with Masvidal against the cage.
Masvidal scores with a nice hook to the head.
Rodrigues is trying to pull guard but Masvidal has him pressed against the cage.#BC2#
Masvidal manages to break the clinch.
A slow jab from Masvidal misses its intended target.
Rodrigues tries to counter with a takedown but Masvidal is quick to defend against it.
Masvidal throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Rodrigues feinted with a counter takedown.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Rodrigues tries to clinch but Masvidal is having none of it.
Masvidal swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Rodrigues.
Rodrigues looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Rodrigues ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Nate Masvidal dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Samuel Rodrigues's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Rodrigues tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Masvidal was well out of range. Poor timing from Rodrigues.
Masvidal tries to bum rush Rodrigues with a series of wild strikes but Rodrigues uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Rodrigues drops down looking for a counter takedown but Masvidal sprawls and moves away.
Rodrigues tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Masvidal manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Masvidal lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Masvidal swats away the attempt to clinch by Rodrigues.
Masvidal swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Nice defenses there by Rodrigues.
Some wild striking there from Masvidal.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodrigues takes a jab right on the kisser.
Masvidal misses with a wild combination.
#T1#
Masvidal scores with a nice strike.
Nice cross by Masvidal.
Rodrigues tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Masvidal paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Masvidal throws an overhand right that lands on Rodrigues's shoulder, as Rodrigues tries to avoid the shot.
Rodrigues moves to clinch but Masvidal breaks away
letting Masvidal counter with a right hand.
Rodrigues misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Masvidal.
A little jabbing left from Masvidal on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Jab from Masvidal.#CL#
Rodrigues moves into the clinch.#BC2#
Masvidal pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Masvidal misses with the combination.
Rodrigues attempts a counter takedown but Masvidal avoids it well and moves away.#T2#
Masvidal misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Masvidal thuds his right hand into Rodrigues's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Masvidal clobbers Rodrigues with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
A lazy left from Masvidal finds it's target.
Rodrigues misses with a hook to the body
and Masvidal counters with a nice uppercut. #CL#
Rodrigues rushes Masvidal and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Rodrigues is trying to pull guard but Masvidal has him pressed against the cage.
Masvidal lands a shoulder strike.
Rodrigues tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Masvidal just stands there and leans against the cage.
Rodrigues tries to pull guard but Masvidal won't allow it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Samuel Rodrigues. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Rodrigues tries to pull guard but Masvidal forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Masvidal lands with a light punch inside. #BC2#
Masvidal breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T3#
Masvidal throws an overhand right that lands on Rodrigues's shoulder, as Rodrigues tries to avoid the shot.
A decent looking cross lands there for Masvidal.#CL#
Masvidal gets tackled into the cage by Rodrigues. Rodrigues maintains the clinch.
Masvidal tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Masvidal lands a right hand that snaps the head of Rodrigues backwards.
Rodrigues jumps guard but Masvidal turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Rodrigues jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Masvidal walks away with a smile on his face. Rodrigues gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Masvidal throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Rodrigues sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Rodrigues ducks under a wild hook from Masvidal.
Masvidal lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Masvidal lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
#ROC2#Rodrigues is rocked!
A shot to the liver by Masvidal. Beautiful body shot.
Oh Rodrigues is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Jab by Masvidal.
BOOM! Masvidal lands a beautiful left hook that drops Rodrigues. Rodrigues tries to recover but Masvidal is having none of it, landing more punishing shots from mount. One final crushing shot and Rodrigues lies motionless on the canvas. The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Nate Masvidal!
Nate Masvidal 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 90: Escalante vs Khabib
Date: Sep 18, 2021 |
#R1#
Rodrigues throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
OBrien digs a good hook to Rodrigues's body.
A slapping leg kick lands for OBrien.
Rodrigues tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and OBrien counters with a two punch combo.
OBrien lands a nice looking body kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
OBrien gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Rodrigues jumps guard but OBrien stands there with Rodrigues around his waist. Rodrigues gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Rodrigues jumps guard but OBrien stands there with Rodrigues around his waist. Rodrigues gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
OBrien told us before the fight that he's been working on his elbows. An under utilised technique these days - let's see if it can sway the outcome of the fight.#T1#
Rodrigues tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. OBrien smiles and moves away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Samuel Rodrigues. That's going to take a lot out of him.
OBrien works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#CL2#
OBrien has managed to clinch.
OBrien stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Rodrigues jumps guard but OBrien turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Rodrigues jumps guard but OBrien turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
OBrien lands a hook to the side of the head.
OBrien displaying some good clinch control by pressing Rodrigues up against the cage.
A nice left hand lands by OBrien.
#T2#
Rodrigues jumps guard but OBrien turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
OBrien using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Rodrigues has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
#TD#
Rodrigues manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. #SUB#
Rodrigues is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! OBrien rolls with it to try and escape but Rodrigues cranks on the arm and OBrien is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Samuel Rodrigues!
Samuel Rodrigues 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 WNF 67: Tofail vs Sepi
Date: Aug 18, 2021 |
#R1##CL2#
Rodrigues gets a clinch. #TD2#
Rodrigues pulls Yonic into guard.
Yonic has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.#SUB2#
Rodrigues working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Yonic doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Yonic manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Rodrigues working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Yonic doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Yonic manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Rodrigues is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Rodrigues not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#SUB2#
Rodrigues is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Yonic defends well.
Yonic is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Rodrigues is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
Rodrigues throws his legs up looking for a submission but Yonic uses it to pass to side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Yonic advances nicely into full mount. #SUB#
Yonic wants to finish this one by submission but Rodrigues is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Yonic.
Yonic cracks Rodrigues with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
Yonic controlling the position easily from mount.
Yonic scoring with strikes but Rodrigues is staying in there.
Yonic trying to control but Rodrigues is having none of it.
Rodrigues tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Rodrigues is squirming around, avoiding Yonic's attempts to control the action. #T2#
Rodrigues is looking to improve his position but Yonic isn't that keen on the idea.
Rodrigues tries to hold on but Yonic pushes him away.
Yonic content just to control the position here.
Rodrigues keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Yonic with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Rodrigues working to try and regain half guard.
Yonic lands a couple of good shots and Rodrigues has given up his back, trying to escape the position!
Rodrigues is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Yonic off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Yonic is hanging on to Rodrigues's back as he tries to escape.
Rodrigues is still trying to improve position.#T3##SUB#
Yonic is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Rodrigues knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Rodrigues for a finish.
Rodrigues is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Yonic lands an elbow to the side of the head. #SUB#
Rodrigues is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Yonic connects with a big shot to the side of Rodrigues's head.
#SUB#
Yonic has both hooks in and is working for a choke. Rodrigues is in real trouble here. Yonic gets an arm under the chin and tightens the submission attempt... is this the end? Yes, Rodrigues is tapping out! Yonic wins by rear naked choke!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Island Yonic! |
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Event:
WCF 80: Borgia vs Gordon
Date: Jul 10, 2021 |
#R1##CL#
Rodrigues clinches with his opponent.
#TD#
Rodrigues pulls guard effortlessly.
Rodrigues looking for a sweep. Not yet Rodrigues, not yet. #SUB#
Mazzariello avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Mazzariello in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #SUB#
Rodrigues is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Mazzariello works over Rodrigues with some ground and pound from guard.
Mazzariello throws a big elbow that misses.
Rodrigues keeping moving, preventing Mazzariello from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Rodrigues throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Mazzariello trying to control the position from guard on top but Rodrigues is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Rodrigues is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Mazzariello must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T1##SUB#
Rodrigues is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Mazzariello defends well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Rodrigues is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Mazzariello defends well.
Mazzariello trying to control the position from guard on top but Rodrigues is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Mazzariello throws a big right hand that misses. #SUB#
Rodrigues looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Mazzariello is defending well. Rodrigues quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Mazzariello has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Rodrigues celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Samuel Rodrigues!
In his post fight interview, Samuel Rodrigues started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception. |
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Event:
BBFC SYNDICATE 4
Date: Jun 02, 2021 |
#R1##CL#
Rodrigues gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Smith tries to work over Rodrigues's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Rodrigues blocking some punches.
Smith lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Smith.
Smith lands with a left to the head.
Smith misses with a punch to the body.
Rodrigues jumps guard but Smith stands there with Rodrigues around his waist. Rodrigues gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Rodrigues is trying to pull guard but Smith turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Rodrigues jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Smith walks away with a smile on his face. Rodrigues gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Samuel Rodrigues. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Rodrigues tries to close the distance and clinch but Smith swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
A little jabbing left from Smith on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Smith scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Rodrigues doesn't seem bothered though.
Jab from Smith.#CUT2#It looks like Samuel Rodrigues has been cut.
Rodrigues wants to clinch up but Smith keeps it at a distance.
Smith throws out a counter right but Rodrigues avoids it with no problem.#CL#
Rodrigues closes the distance and clinches.
Smith gets through Rodrigues's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rodrigues tries to pull guard but Smith holds him up against the cage and eventually Rodrigues drops back down to his feet.
Rodrigues takes a shot to the head.
Rodrigues fails to pull guard.
Rodrigues tries to pull guard but Smith holds him up against the cage and eventually Rodrigues drops back down to his feet.
Smith misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Smith misses with a punch on the inside.
#T1##TD#
Rodrigues manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. #SUB#
Rodrigues throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB#
Rodrigues working for a triangle but Smith defends it easily.
#SUB#
Rodrigues is looking for a triangle but Smith pushes his legs off easily.
Smith controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Rodrigues bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Smith's guard. #REVR#
Rodrigues preventing the sweep.
Rodrigues slips nicely into half guard.
Smith controlling the position well.
Smith has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.#SUB#
Rodrigues is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Smith defends it well. #T2#
Rodrigues wants to pass the guard but Smith is defending well. #SUB#
Rodrigues is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Smith is looking to improve his position.
#SUB#
Rodrigues is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB#
Rodrigues is trying to work for a kimura but Smith is defending well.
#SUB#
Rodrigues seems to be working for a kimura but Smith defends the submission attempt.#T3#
Smith won't allow Rodrigues to pass to mount.
Smith really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Rodrigues. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Smith desperately trying to maintain half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Smith works his way to full guard. Good work.
Smith wants to get back to his feet but Rodrigues is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Smith pulls Rodrigues in to control the position.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Smith can do anything to dispel that myth.
Rodrigues stopping the sweep attempt from Smith.#SUB#
Rodrigues drops back looking for a leg! Smith is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Smith manages to kick Rodrigues off! Rodrigues jumps back into Smith's guard.
Rodrigues will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Rodrigues looking to pass the guard. #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.
Rodrigues prevents Smith from getting back to his feet.
Rodrigues stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Smith swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Smith has control of Rodrigues's left arm, preventing Rodrigues from doing any damage.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Smith 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.
Rodrigues stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Smith swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Rodrigues is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Rodrigues drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Rodrigues jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #ES2#
Smith pushes Rodrigues off and scrambles back to his feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Rebel Smith dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Samuel Rodrigues's cut.
That's time! Rodrigues's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Smith cracks a nice hook into Rodrigues's ribs.
Rodrigues tries to close the distance and clinch up but Smith swats him away and circles back towards the center. #CL#
Rodrigues closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Rodrigues takes a shot to the head.
Smith scores with a hook to the body.
Smith tries to throw a body punch but Rodrigues avoids it by throwing Smith back against the cage.
Smith lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Smith has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Smith working aggressively here.
A right hook to the body lands for Smith.
Rodrigues jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Smith walks away with a smile on his face. Rodrigues gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Rodrigues tries to clinch but Smith is having none of it.
Smith wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Jab by Smith.
Smith ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Rodrigues tries to clinch up.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
The fight stays on the outside here - Rodrigues looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Rodrigues wants to clinch up but Smith keeps it at a distance.
Rodrigues takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Rodrigues takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
A combination from Smith does no damage. #T1#
Smith scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Rodrigues doesn't seem bothered though.
Smith is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Rodrigues rather than just go for the knockout.
Smith throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Rodrigues on the side of the head.
Smith digs a good body shot into Rodrigues's ribs.
Rodrigues ducks under a wild hook from Smith.
Smith scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Rodrigues tries to close the distance and clinch up but Smith swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Rebel Smith is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Rodrigues takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Rodrigues takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.#CL#
Rodrigues clinches up with Smith and pushes him back against the cage.
Smith tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Rodrigues's elbow.
A short right from Smith.
Rodrigues tries to pull guard but Smith forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Smith lands a nice uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rodrigues is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Smith to keep the fight standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Samuel Rodrigues. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Rodrigues is trying to pull guard but Smith turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Rodrigues is trying to pull guard but Smith has him pressed against the cage.
Rodrigues tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Smith smiles and moves away.
Smith bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Rodrigues's head.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!#T2#
Smith lands a body shot.
Smith throws a shot from downtown. Rodrigues moves away and avoids it.
Rodrigues changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Smith cracks Rodrigues with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Rodrigues shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Smith defends it nicely.
We've been told by Rodrigues's head coaches at Shut Up & Train! {$1000} that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Rodrigues tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Smith manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Smith slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Rodrigues tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Smith paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Rodrigues is looking to clinch but Smith is avoiding it.
Smith appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Rodrigues takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
#ROC2#Rodrigues is rocked!
Smith steps in with a hook that catches Rodrigues right on the chin and knocks him to the floor! Smith follows him down with more strikes and that's all she wrote! Rodrigues looks absolutely devastated.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:40 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Rebel Smith!
Rebel Smith gave a mention to CHURCH OF ZOIDBERG - FEEBLE FIGHTWEAR in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales). |
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Event:
BBFC SYNDICATE 3
Date: May 21, 2021 |
#R1#
Rodrigues tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Merel counters with a nice uppercut. #CUT2#It looks like Samuel Rodrigues has been cut.#CL#
Rodrigues clinches with his opponent.
Merel struggles to land a body shot inside as Rodrigues controls his hands.
Rodrigues jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Merel walks away with a smile on his face. Rodrigues gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. #CL#
Rodrigues rushes Merel and presses him up against the cage.
Rodrigues tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Merel smiles and moves away.
Rodrigues wants to clinch but Merel slips to the side
and Merel counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Rodrigues shoots and misses
and Merel counters with a nice uppercut.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Samuel Rodrigues. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Rodrigues takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Rodrigues looks to clinch
and Merel counters with a left to the body.
Rodrigues tries to clinch up but Merel circles away and keeps his distance.#CL#
Rodrigues gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Merel lands with a short shot to the head.
Merel softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Rodrigues is trying to pull guard but Merel turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.#T1#
Rodrigues tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Merel smiles and moves away.
Rodrigues closes the distance but Merel moves to the side
and Merel counters with a stiff right hand.
Rodrigues tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Merel counters with a huge uppercut, hook combination that drops Rodrigues! The ref has seen enough - he's dived in to stop the fight! Brutal strikes by Merel!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Anthony Merel!
Anthony Merel thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
BBFC FIGHT NIGHT 14
Date: May 14, 2021 |
#R1##CL#
Rodrigues clinches up with Dinabambu and pushes him back against the cage.
Rodrigues 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.
Dinabambu scores with a shot to the side of Rodrigues's head.
Dinabambu scores with a shoulder strike.
Dinabambu tries to land a knee to the head but Rodrigues blocks with his arms.
#TD#
Rodrigues pulls guard successfully.
Dinabambu wants to stand but Rodrigues has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Dinabambu really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Rodrigues. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Rodrigues looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Dinabambu is defending well. Rodrigues quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Dinabambu has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Rodrigues celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Samuel Rodrigues!
Samuel Rodrigues spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant. |
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Event:
BBFC FIGHT NIGHT 10
Date: Apr 09, 2021 |
#R1#
Rodrigues moves out of range of the strikes.#CL#
Rodrigues moves into the clinch successfully.
Rodrigues tries to pull guard but Petrov won't allow it.
Petrov throws a punch but it's blocked by Rodrigues.
Rodrigues is trying to pull guard but Petrov turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Petrov misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Rodrigues.
#TD#
Rodrigues has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Petrov uses from the top position. #SUB2#
Petrov thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Petrov drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Petrov jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB2#
Petrov thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Rodrigues throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Rodrigues is on top in guard.
#REVR##T1##SUB#
Rodrigues thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB2#
Petrov looking for a guillotine here but Rodrigues defends easily.
#SUB#
Rodrigues drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Rodrigues jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB#
Rodrigues thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB#
Rodrigues thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB2#
Rodrigues avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB2#
Rodrigues got a little sloppy there for a moment and Petrov has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Rodrigues has managed to get both his arms back between Petrov's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Petrov working for a triangle but Rodrigues defends it easily.
#SUB#
Rodrigues drops back looking for a leg! Petrov is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Petrov manages to kick Rodrigues off! Rodrigues jumps back into Petrov's guard. #T2##SUB2#
Rodrigues is posturing up here but Petrov has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Rodrigues tries to roll out but it's too tight and Rodrigues has to tap! Slick submission there by Petrov!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Islam Petrov! |
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Event:
BBFC FIGHT NIGHT 5
Date: Mar 05, 2021 |
#R1#
Furgesson throws a right hand that Rodrigues ducks under and follows up with a left that Rodrigues also avoids with ease.
Rodrigues wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Furgesson bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Furgesson throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Rodrigues stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#CL#
Rodrigues closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Rodrigues is trying to pull guard but Furgesson has him pressed against the cage.
Rodrigues jumps guard but Furgesson turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Furgesson wants to get back to striking at distance but Rodrigues won't allow it.
#BC2#
Furgesson breaks the clinch.
Furgesson connects with a crisp jab.
Nice shot by Furgesson.#CL#
Rodrigues clinches with his opponent.
#TD#
Rodrigues decides to pull guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB#
Rodrigues looking for a guillotine here but Furgesson defends easily.
#SUB#
Rodrigues is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Furgesson trying to control but Rodrigues is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Rodrigues looking for a guillotine here but Furgesson defends easily.
#T1#
Furgesson trying to control but Rodrigues is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Rodrigues is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Rodrigues can't keep his opponent in guard - Furgesson advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #SUB2#
Furgesson maintaining the dominant position here and is working for a kimura. He's locked it up! Rodrigues could be in real trouble here! He's trying to wriggle out but Furgesson has cracked it and Rodrigues is screaming in pain - he's tapped out! Great finish by Furgesson!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Kribb Furgesson!
Kribb Furgesson really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Altitude Clothing logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty. |
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Event:
BBFC 2: Bitch Vs. Chambers
Date: Feb 13, 2021 |
#R1#
Rodrigues fails with a takedown attempt.
We've been informed that Boxer Jr has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Boxer Jr missing with a left hand there. Rodrigues was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Rodrigues tries to counter by clinching up but Boxer Jr breaks away and moves out of range.
Boxer Jr bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Rodrigues's head backwards.
Boxer Jr swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Boxer Jr's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Boxer Jr duly obliges. #CUT2#It looks like Samuel Rodrigues has been cut.#CL#
Rodrigues gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Rodrigues tries to pull guard but Boxer Jr won't allow it.
Boxer Jr lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Rodrigues backwards.
Rodrigues fails to pull guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Samuel Rodrigues. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Rodrigues fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Boxer Jr lands with a light punch inside.
Boxer Jr lands with a light punch inside.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rodrigues is trying to pull guard but Boxer Jr has him pressed against the cage.#BC2#
Boxer Jr breaks the clinch.
Boxer Jr lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Rodrigues moves out of range as Boxer Jr strikes.
Boxer Jr throws a big shot that misses.
Rodrigues walks into a left hand.
Rodrigues tries to clinch up
enabling Boxer Jr to counter with a crisp jab.
Rodrigues closes the distance looking to clinch
and Boxer Jr counters with a stiff right hand. #T1#
Boxer Jr throws a hook but Rodrigues avoids it easily.
Boxer Jr throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Rodrigues stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Boxer Jr moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Kick Boxer Jr is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Rodrigues slips under a jab.
Boxer Jr throws a hook to the side of Rodrigues's head but Rodrigues sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Rodrigues fails with an attempt to clinch.
Boxer Jr misses with a straight right.
Boxer Jr fails to land with a series of punches.
Rodrigues tries to clinch but Boxer Jr moves out of range.
Boxer Jr looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Rodrigues uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Boxer Jr.
Boxer Jr pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Rodrigues ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Boxer Jr moves away.
Boxer Jr keeps the fight on the outside.#CL#
Rodrigues has managed to clinch.
Boxer Jr lands a left hand.
Rodrigues jumps guard but Boxer Jr turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Rodrigues tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Boxer Jr just stands there and leans against the cage.
Rodrigues tries to pull guard but Boxer Jr holds him up against the cage and eventually Rodrigues drops back down to his feet.
Rodrigues is trying to pull guard but Boxer Jr turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.#T2#
Rodrigues tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Boxer Jr just stands there and leans against the cage.
Rodrigues tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Boxer Jr smiles and moves away.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Boxer Jr shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Rodrigues eats them both and turns towards Boxer Jr to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Boxer Jr throws a shot from downtown. Rodrigues moves away and avoids it.
Boxer Jr avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Rodrigues tries to close the distance and clinch up but Boxer Jr swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Boxer Jr circles away from the clinch attempt.
Boxer Jr avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Boxer Jr looks to land a right hand but Rodrigues moved out of range.#CL#
Rodrigues moves into the clinch.
Rodrigues jumps guard but Boxer Jr stands there with Rodrigues around his waist. Rodrigues gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Boxer Jr lands with a left to the head. #BC2#
Boxer Jr manages to break the clinch.
Boxer Jr lands a really nice looking cross but Rodrigues seems unphased.
Rodrigues tries to clinch there but Boxer Jr circles away.
Boxer Jr scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Rodrigues doesn't seem bothered though.
Rodrigues tries to close the distance and clinch but Boxer Jr swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #T3#
Boxer Jr throws a hook to the side of Rodrigues's head but Rodrigues sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Boxer Jr swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Rodrigues.
Boxer Jr cracks Rodrigues with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.#ROC2#Rodrigues is rocked!
Rodrigues drops his hands momentarily. Boxer Jr doesn't need a second invitation, landing a shot to the temple. Rodrigues staggers and falls to the mat and the ref dives in to save him from any more punishment. Rodrigues doesn't seem happy with the stoppage but he was done.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:16 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Kick Boxer Jr!
A very excited looking Kick Boxer Jr 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:
BFC 34 : Rodrigues Vs. Bob
Date: Jan 23, 2021 |
#R1#
Rodrigues is looking to clinch.
Bob throws a combination. Rodrigues tries to block but a couple of punches get through.#CUT2#It looks like Samuel Rodrigues has been cut.
Bob throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Bob fails to land with a series of punches.
Bob will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Rodrigues tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Bob manages to circle out of the way.
Rodrigues tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Bob swivels and escapes.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Bob throws a right and a left that both miss.#CL#
Rodrigues pushes Bob up against the cage in a clinch.
Rodrigues jumps guard but Bob turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. #BC2#
Bob breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Rodrigues wants to clinch.
Rodrigues showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Bob.
Rodrigues seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rodrigues tries to close the distance and clinch up but Bob swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Rodrigues tries to clinch up but Bob circles away and keeps his distance.
Bob is looking for the big counter here.#CL#
Rodrigues fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Bob, pushing him back against the cage.
Rodrigues jumps guard but Bob stands there with Rodrigues around his waist. Rodrigues gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Samuel Rodrigues. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Rodrigues is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Bob to keep the fight standing.#T1#
Rodrigues is trying to pull guard but Bob turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Rodrigues is trying to pull guard but Bob turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Rodrigues jumps guard but Bob turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. #BC2#
Bob manages to break the clinch.
Some wild striking there from Bob.
Rodrigues tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Bob paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Bob keeps the fight on the outside.
Bob fails to land with a series of punches.
Bob throws a right hand that Rodrigues ducks under and follows up with a left that Rodrigues also avoids with ease.
Rodrigues shoots in looking for a takedown. Bob tries to sprawl out of it but Rodrigues keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Bob manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Bob lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Rodrigues tries to close the distance and clinch up but Bob swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Bob swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Bob has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
Bob throws a right hand that Rodrigues ducks under and follows up with a left that Rodrigues also avoids with ease.
Scooter Bob seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bob displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination. #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!
Rodrigues wants to clinch.
Bob misses with a few strikes there.
Bob scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Bob misses with a wild combination.
Rodrigues wants to clinch up but Bob keeps it at a distance.
Rodrigues tries to clinch but Bob moves out of range.
Rodrigues tries to clinch but Bob moves out of range.
Bob lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Rodrigues circles away quickly and effectively.
Rodrigues tries to clinch up.
Rodrigues is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Rodrigues tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Bob swivels and escapes.
Bob avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Scooter Bob is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Bob shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Rodrigues eats them both and turns towards Bob to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.#ROC2#Rodrigues is rocked!#CUT2#Samuel Rodrigues's cut is getting worse.
Bob is pawing at Rodrigues, trying to feel the distance before throwing out a cross that crashes into Rodrigues's nose. Rodrigues is badly hurt! Bob pounces, throwing wild strikes as both fighters end up on the ground! Rodrigues tries desperately to hold on but Bob is relentless in his assault! As Rodrigues receives an ever increasing number of unanswered strikes the referee pulls Bob away and this one is in the books!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Scooter Bob!
Scooter Bob took his opportunity to call for a title shot in his post fight interview. |
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Event:
BFC CHRISTMAS BASH
Date: Dec 24, 2020 |
#R1#
Rodrigues wants to clinch up but Bravo keeps it at a distance.
Rodrigues sets himself, and Bravo steps forward looking for the clinch! Rodrigues avoids it this time.#TD2#
Bravo throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Rodrigues tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Bravo is in Rodrigues's guard.
Bravo is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
It looks like Bravo might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Let's hope that Bravo 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.
Bravo throws a big elbow that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Rodrigues is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Bravo's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Rodrigues will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB#
Rodrigues is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Rodrigues has his foot on Bravo's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Bravo works his way back into a safe position though.#T1#
Bravo sitting in guard here, content to control. #SUB#
Rodrigues throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Bravo is stalling in the full guard. #SUB#
Rodrigues looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Bravo has picked Rodrigues up and slammed him! Rodrigues can't keep hold of the triangle and Bravo manages to pass to side control!
Rodrigues is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Bravo throws a strike aimed at the side of Rodrigues's head but Rodrigues avoids it well.
Rodrigues trying to remain calm as Bravo controls from the top position.
Bravo wants to control but Rodrigues is keeping him busy.
Rodrigues tries to bench press Bravo off him but Bravo keeps the position.
Rodrigues is trying to escape the position but Bravo is controlling the position.
Rodrigues tries to improve position but can't.
Bravo creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Rodrigues sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Rodrigues manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #SUB#
Rodrigues looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Rodrigues looking for submissions off his back.
Bravo is taking a breather. Rodrigues 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.#T3#
Bravo wants to free his trapped foot but Rodrigues is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Rodrigues has hold of Bravo's hands but Bravo slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Bravo with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Bravo wants to control but Rodrigues is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Rodrigues is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Bravo pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Rodrigues looking for submissions off his back.
Rodrigues keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Bravo seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #SUB#
Rodrigues is working on a guillotine. He's managed to get to full guard and he's really squeezing tight! Bravo is tapping! Great win for Rodrigues!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:12 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Samuel Rodrigues!
After the fight, Samuel Rodrigues 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:
BFC Fight Night 7
Date: Dec 04, 2020 |
#R1#
Ozbourne swats away the attempt to clinch by Rodrigues.
Rodrigues moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#CUT2#It looks like Samuel Rodrigues has been cut.
Rodrigues doesn't manage to clinch there - Ozbourne circles away.
Rodrigues moves in looking to clinch but Ozbourne pushes him off.
Ozbourne misses with an uppercut. Rodrigues saw that one coming.
Rodrigues uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ozbourne.
Rodrigues moves in looking to clinch but Ozbourne pushes him off.
Ozbourne lands a slapping body shot.
Rodrigues is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Rodrigues wants to clinch
and Ozbourne counters with a straight right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodrigues dodges the punch combination from Ozbourne.
Rodrigues wants to clinch.
Ozbourne circles away from the clinch attempt.
#T1#
Rodrigues tries to clinch
and Ozbourne counters with a nice uppercut.
Rodrigues moves in looking to clinch but Ozbourne pushes him off.
Rodrigues shoots in looking for a takedown. Ozbourne tries to sprawl out of it but Rodrigues keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Ozbourne manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Rodrigues tries to clinch up.
Good shot there by Ozbourne.#CL#
Rodrigues gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Ozbourne can't find room to land a body shot as Rodrigues controls the action.
Ozbourne tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Rodrigues avoids it.
Rodrigues is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Ozbourne to keep the fight standing.
Ozbourne lands a nice uppercut.
Rodrigues is trying to pull guard but Ozbourne has him pressed against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Samuel Rodrigues. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC2#
Ozbourne pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Rodrigues fails with an attempt to clinch.
It seemed like Ozbourne was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Ozbourne throws a big shot that misses.
It looked like Rodrigues wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Ozbourne has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
Ozbourne circles away from the clinch attempt
and Ozbourne counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T2#
Ozbourne ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ozbourne lands a right hook to the body.
Rodrigues keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ozbourne. Rodrigues does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ozbourne ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Ozbourne takes a swing at Rodrigues's ribcage but misses.
Rodrigues wants to clinch.
Rodrigues tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Ozbourne connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Ozbourne avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Rodrigues tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Ozbourne paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Rodrigues wants to clinch.
Ozbourne connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Rodrigues's hands.#T3#
Rodrigues tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Ozbourne manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#TD#
Rodrigues shoots in for a takedown and gets it.#SUB#
Rodrigues is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Ozbourne has managed to free his arm - good work.
Rodrigues is trying to control the action in half guard but Ozbourne is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Rodrigues sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Rodrigues is trying to control. Ozbourne wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T4#
Rodrigues is looking to stall here but Ozbourne recovers full guard.
Rodrigues showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Rodrigues trying to control but Ozbourne is working from the bottom.
Rodrigues is really struggling to control Ozbourne but he's trying to hold on to the position.
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ziggy Ozbourne dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Samuel Rodrigues's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Rodrigues tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Ozbourne cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Ziggy Ozbourne seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Ozbourne avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Samuel Rodrigues seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ozbourne jabs Rodrigues to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Rodrigues takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Ozbourne circles away from the clinch attempt.
Rodrigues tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Ozbourne paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Ozbourne looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Ozbourne scores with a punch to the head.
Ozbourne fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.#CUT2#Samuel Rodrigues's cut is getting worse.
Ozbourne cracks a nice hook into Rodrigues's ribs.
Ozbourne has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Rodrigues moves to clinch but Ozbourne breaks away
and Ozbourne scores with a counter punch that sends Rodrigues to the canvas! Ozbourne smells blood - he's punishing Rodrigues with more strikes and the ref has stopped it! Rodrigues has no idea where he is - he's tackled the ref... oh dear, poor guy, the crowd is in hysterics!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:42 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ziggy Ozbourne!
After the fight, Ziggy Ozbourne 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:
BFC HALLOWEEN BASH: REVENGE
Date: Oct 31, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Rodrigues tries to clinch
and Dudayev counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Dudayev throws a right hand that Rodrigues ducks under and follows up with a left that Rodrigues also avoids with ease.
Rodrigues is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Samuel Rodrigues seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Rodrigues takes the fight into the clinch.
Rodrigues tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Dudayev just stands there and leans against the cage.#BC#
Dudayev breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Rodrigues tries to clinch but Dudayev is having none of it.
Rodrigues moves to clinch but Dudayev breaks away
and Dudayev counters with a left to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodrigues tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Dudayev paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Dudayev appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Rodrigues wants to clinch but Dudayev slips to the side
and Dudayev cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Rodrigues shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Dudayev but Dudayev pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Akhmed Dudayev is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Rodrigues wants to clinch up but Dudayev keeps it at a distance.
Rodrigues slips a jab from Dudayev.
Rodrigues tries to clinch but Dudayev moves out of range.
Rodrigues tries to close the distance and clinch up but Dudayev swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Dudayev throwing a counter right hand but Rodrigues manages to avoid it.
Dudayev circles away from the clinch attempt
and Dudayev counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CUT#It looks like Samuel Rodrigues has been cut.
Rodrigues tries to clinch up
and Dudayev counters with a nice body shot.
Rodrigues closes the distance but Dudayev moves to the side
and Dudayev counters with a stiff right hand.
Rodrigues closes the distance but Dudayev moves to the side
enabling Dudayev to counter with a crisp jab.
Dudayev circles away from the clinch attempt
and Dudayev counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T2#
Rodrigues throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Dudayev appears to be looking for a big counter.
Rodrigues tries to clinch but Dudayev is having none of it.
Dudayev throws a hook but Rodrigues avoids it easily.
Dudayev swats away the attempt to clinch by Rodrigues.
Dudayev was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Rodrigues moves to clinch but Dudayev breaks away
and Dudayev counters with a nice uppercut.
Dudayev looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dudayev circles away from the clinch attempt
enabling Dudayev to counter with a crisp jab.
Dudayev slaps away a takedown attempt from Rodrigues, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Akhmed Dudayev has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Samuel Rodrigues.#T3#
Dudayev throws a jab but it's blocked by Rodrigues.
Rodrigues wants to clinch up but Dudayev keeps it at a distance.#CL2#
Rodrigues moves into range and clinches up with Dudayev.#TD2#
Rodrigues jumps guard.
#SUB2#
Rodrigues looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Dudayev passes into side control.
Dudayev controls the position from side control.
Rodrigues tries to bench press Dudayev off him but Dudayev keeps the position.
Rodrigues manages to get back to half guard.#SU#
Dudayev stands up from half guard... He's had enough of that ground malarky for the time being.
Rodrigues tries to close the distance and clinch up but Dudayev swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Dudayev throwing a counter right hand but Rodrigues manages to avoid it.
Dudayev cracks a nice hook into Rodrigues's ribs.#T4#
Rodrigues tries to clinch there but Dudayev circles away.
Rodrigues takes one to the chin there.
Rodrigues on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Rodrigues looks to clinch
and Dudayev counters with a stiff right hand.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rodrigues gets cracked there but stands up to it.
#ROC#Rodrigues is rocked!
Rodrigues tries to clinch up but Dudayev circles away and keeps his distance.
Dudayev swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Rodrigues is still on wobbly legs! Can Dudayev finish him?
Dudayev lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Rodrigues is looking to clinch but Dudayev is avoiding it.
Dudayev cracks Rodrigues with a big right hand that sees him stumbling back against the cage! Rodrigues falls to his knees and Dudayev doesn't need a second invitatation - he rushes in and fires off several unanswered shots that force the referee to stop the fight! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Akhmed Dudayev!
Akhmed Dudayev retains his lightweight title!
A relieved looking Akhmed Dudayev 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:
BFC HARDCORE 5:
Date: Oct 17, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Smith looks to land a left hand but Rodrigues moved out of range nicely.
Smith throws a body punch but Rodrigues moves out of range.
Smith catches Rodrigues with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Smith throws a jab but it's blocked by Rodrigues.
Rodrigues moves away from the strike by Smith. #CL#
Rodrigues moves into the clinch successfully.
#TD#
Rodrigues drags the fight down to the ground.
Smith trying to stand up but can't free himself from Rodrigues's guard.
Smith really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Rodrigues. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Smith is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Rodrigues has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Smith is looking to defend but Rodrigues has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Smith! Rodrigues pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Smith taps out and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Samuel Rodrigues!
Samuel Rodrigues 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:
BFC Fight Night 5
Date: Sep 18, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#TD2#
Rodrigues gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.#SUB#
Rodrigues looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Hart is defending well. Rodrigues quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Hart has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Rodrigues celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Samuel Rodrigues!
Samuel Rodrigues bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it. |
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Event:
BFC 19 : Dudayev Vs. Rodrigues
Date: Aug 22, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Dudayev circles away from the clinch attempt.
Rodrigues just misses with a punch to the body.
It looked like Dudayev wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Rodrigues tries to clinch up.
Dudayev circles away from the clinch attempt.
Dudayev is looking to counter punch.
Rodrigues closes the distance but Dudayev moves to the side
and Dudayev counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Dudayev avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Rodrigues tries to clinch but Dudayev moves away
and Dudayev counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.#CL2#
Rodrigues clinches.
Rodrigues fails to pull the fight into his guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodrigues is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Dudayev to keep the fight standing.#BC#
Dudayev's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Rodrigues closes the distance but Dudayev moves to the side
and Dudayev counters with a stiff right hand.
Dudayev 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.
Rodrigues wants to clinch up but Dudayev keeps it at a distance.#T1#
Rodrigues closes the distance looking to clinch
and Dudayev counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CUT#It looks like Samuel Rodrigues has been cut.#CL2#
Rodrigues moves into the clinch.
Rodrigues fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Akhmed Dudayev has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Samuel Rodrigues.
Rodrigues tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Dudayev just stands there and leans against the cage.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Dudayev takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life. #TD2#
Rodrigues drags the fight down to the ground.
#SUB2#
Rodrigues working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Dudayev doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Dudayev manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Rodrigues is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Dudayev is aware though and is defending well.
Dudayev stays in close to Rodrigues's body and controls the position. #SUB2#
Rodrigues is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Dudayev is aware though and is defending well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2##SUB2#
Rodrigues is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Dudayev is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Rodrigues is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Rodrigues is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Dudayev got a little sloppy there for a moment and Rodrigues has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Dudayev has managed to get both his arms back between Rodrigues's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Rodrigues working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Dudayev doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Dudayev manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Dudayev avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#T3##SUB2#
Rodrigues looking for a guillotine here but Dudayev defends easily.
#SUB2#
Dudayev got a little sloppy there for a moment and Rodrigues has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Dudayev has managed to get both his arms back between Rodrigues's legs - danger averted.
Dudayev sitting in guard, not really doing much. #SUB2#
Rodrigues has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Dudayev can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Rodrigues had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Dudayev defends it easily.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB2#
Rodrigues is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Dudayev is aware though and is defending well.
Dudayev sitting in guard, not really doing much. #SUB2#
Rodrigues looking for a guillotine here but Dudayev defends easily.
#SUB2#
Rodrigues looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Dudayev passes into side control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dudayev controlling from side mount.
Rodrigues regains half 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 Akhmed Dudayev will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Samuel Rodrigues's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Rodrigues wants to clinch but Dudayev slips to the side
letting Dudayev counter with a right hand. #CL2#
Rodrigues gets a clinch.
Rodrigues jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Dudayev walks away with a smile on his face. Rodrigues gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Dudayev avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Rodrigues closes the distance looking to clinch
and Rodrigues takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Rodrigues shoots for a takedown but Dudayev saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.#CL2#
Dudayev gets tackled into the cage by Rodrigues. Rodrigues maintains the clinch.
Rodrigues tries to pull guard but Dudayev forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Akhmed Dudayev has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Samuel Rodrigues.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodrigues tries to pull guard but Dudayev forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Rodrigues is trying to pull guard but Dudayev has him pressed against the cage.
Rodrigues tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Dudayev smiles and moves away.
Rodrigues wants to clinch up but Dudayev keeps it at a distance.
Rodrigues tries to clinch up.#T1#
Rodrigues wants to clinch but Dudayev slips to the side
and Dudayev counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Samuel Rodrigues seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rodrigues fails with an attempt to clinch.
Rodrigues fails in his attempt to clinch.
It looked like Dudayev wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#CL2#
Rodrigues rushes Dudayev and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#BC#
Dudayev breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Rodrigues tries to clinch up but Dudayev circles away and keeps his distance.
Akhmed Dudayev is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Dudayev waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Rodrigues.
Rodrigues is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Rodrigues throws a sloppy body shot
and Dudayev counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Rodrigues throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Dudayev stalks Rodrigues and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Rodrigues's face. Rodrigues staggers backwards, shaken.
Dudayev keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Rodrigues with a lazy takedown attempt
and Dudayev counters with a right hand to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rodrigues tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Dudayev manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#T2#
A jab from Dudayev misses.
Dudayev sets himself, and Rodrigues steps forward looking for the clinch! Dudayev avoids it this time.
Rodrigues tries to close the distance and clinch up but Dudayev swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Dudayev is looking to counter punch.#CL2#
Dudayev gets tackled into the cage by Rodrigues. Rodrigues maintains the clinch.
Dudayev is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Rodrigues tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Dudayev smiles and moves away.
#CL2#
Rodrigues closes the distance and clinches.
Rodrigues tries to pull guard but Dudayev forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Rodrigues is trying to pull guard but Dudayev has him pressed against the cage.#BC#
Dudayev breaks from the clinch.
Dudayev pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T3#
The fight stays on the outside here - Rodrigues looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Dudayev throws a hook but Rodrigues avoids it easily.
Dudayev is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Rodrigues darts in trying to clinch
and Dudayev counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Dudayev scores with a jab to the head.
Rodrigues tries to clinch up but Dudayev circles away and keeps his distance.
It looked like Dudayev wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Rodrigues's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Dudayev connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Rodrigues scrambles back to his feet.#ROC#Rodrigues is rocked!#CUT#That has opened up Samuel Rodrigues's cut even more.
Dudayev cracks Rodrigues with a big right hand that sees him stumbling back against the cage! Rodrigues falls to his knees and Dudayev doesn't need a second invitatation - he rushes in and fires off several unanswered shots that force the referee to stop the fight! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:54 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Akhmed Dudayev!
Akhmed Dudayev retains his lightweight title!
A relieved looking Akhmed Dudayev 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:
BFC 16: Rodrigues Vs. Lane
Date: Jul 31, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#CL2#
Lane has Rodrigues up against the cage in a clinch.
Rodrigues tries to pull guard but Lane won't allow it.
Rodrigues has been working on his balance at AdvancedX, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Lane.
Rodrigues tries to pull guard but Lane won't allow it.
Rodrigues fails to pull the fight into his guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Samuel Rodrigues. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lane taking a breather. #TD#
Rodrigues successfully pulls guard.
Lane wants to get up but he can't break Rodrigues's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #SUB#
Rodrigues has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Lane doesn't defend quickly enough and Rodrigues has managed to lock this one up! Can Lane escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Rodrigues on a fantastic submission victory.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Samuel Rodrigues!
After the fight, Samuel Rodrigues 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:
HFC 27 - Rodrigues vs Ulster
Date: Jul 10, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Rodrigues is looking to clinch but Ulster is avoiding it.
Rodrigues uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ulster.
#CL#
Rodrigues clinches up against the cage.
Rodrigues jumps guard but Ulster stands there with Rodrigues around his waist. Rodrigues gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Ulster misses with a body punch.
Rodrigues takes an elbow to the forehead. #CUT2#It looks like Samuel Rodrigues has been cut.
Rodrigues is trying to pull guard but Ulster turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Ulster lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Rodrigues tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Ulster just stands there and leans against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Samuel Rodrigues. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ulster tries to land a knee to the head but Rodrigues blocks with his arms.
Rodrigues jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Ulster walks away with a smile on his face. Rodrigues gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Rodrigues fails to pull guard.
Rodrigues tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Ulster just stands there and leans against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ulster lands a glancing elbow in the clinch. #TD#
Rodrigues pulls guard.
Ulster passes Rodrigues's left leg - he's now in half guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB#
Rodrigues looking for submissions off his back.
Ulster works his foot free and advances to mount.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Rodrigues is looking to get to half guard.#SUB2#
Ulster with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Rodrigues is trying to reverse the position but instead Ulster has taken his back - oops!
Rodrigues manages to reverse the position and now he's in Ulster's guard. Nice work there by Rodrigues.
Rodrigues trying to control the position from guard on top but Ulster is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ulster has his hands on Rodrigues's head, controlling the position.
Rodrigues trying to control the position from guard on top but Ulster is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
Rodrigues tries to free his leg and advance position but Ulster is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Rodrigues drops back, looking for a kneebar! Ulster looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Ulster looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Ulster! #REVB#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Rodrigues is trying to get back to half guard.
Rodrigues is not content to let Ulster control the position.
Rodrigues tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T3#
Rodrigues manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Ulster trying to control from half guard but Rodrigues is working away.
Rodrigues avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Ulster. #SUB#
Rodrigues actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Rodrigues looking for submissions off his back.
Ulster missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #SUB#
Rodrigues actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Rodrigues looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Ulster moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Rodrigues.#T4#
Rodrigues is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
An elbow from Ulster crashes against the mat.
Rodrigues tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Ulster wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Ulster is staying tight to Rodrigues's torso, preventing him from escaping.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Rodrigues tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Ulster wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Rodrigues regains half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Dixon Ulster dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Samuel Rodrigues's cut.
That's time! Rodrigues's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Ulster is looking to slow Rodrigues down with leg kicks.
Ulster throws a nice inside leg kick.
Rodrigues wants to clinch up but Ulster keeps it at a distance.#CL#
Rodrigues closes the distance and pushes Ulster back into the cage.
Rodrigues is trying to pull guard but Ulster has him pressed against the cage.#TD#
Rodrigues manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. #SUB#
Rodrigues is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Ulster is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Ulster is posturing up here but Rodrigues has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Ulster tries to roll out but it's too tight and Ulster has to tap! Slick submission there by Rodrigues!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:38 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Samuel Rodrigues!
Samuel Rodrigues 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:
HFC KO 7 - Rodrigues vs Dylan
Date: Jun 26, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#CL#
Rodrigues clinches with his opponent.
#TD#
Rodrigues jumps guard and drags Dylan to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. #SUB#
Rodrigues is looking for a triangle but Dylan pushes his legs off easily.
#SU2#
Dylan stands up from guard. Let's bang! #CL#
Rodrigues drives through and clinches with Dylan against the cage.
Rodrigues tries to pull guard but Dylan won't allow it.
Dylan has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Dylan tries to break free but Rodrigues pushes him back against the cage.
Rodrigues tries to pull guard but Dylan holds him up against the cage and eventually Rodrigues drops back down to his feet.
Rodrigues tries to pull guard but Dylan holds him up against the cage and eventually Rodrigues drops back down to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Samuel Rodrigues. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dylan is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.#TD#
Rodrigues decides to pull guard.
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.#SU2#
Rodrigues is working an open guard so Dylan takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.#CL#
Rodrigues has taken the fight to the clinch.
#TD#
Rodrigues jumps guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB#
Dylan got a little sloppy there for a moment and Rodrigues has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Dylan has managed to get both his arms back between Rodrigues's legs - danger averted.
Dylan would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #T1##SU2#
Dylan stands up and waves to Rodrigues to follow him. #CL#
Rodrigues closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #BC2#
Dylan breaks from the clinch.
#CL#
Dylan tries to keep at a distance but Rodrigues has taken the fight into the clinch.#BC2#
Dylan breaks from the clinch.
Rodrigues tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Dylan manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Rodrigues closes the distance but Dylan moves to the side
and Dylan cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CUT2#It looks like Samuel Rodrigues has been cut.#CL#
Rodrigues closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Dylan wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Dylan is trying to break the clinch but Rodrigues has him pressed against the cage. #T2#
Rodrigues jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Dylan walks away with a smile on his face. Rodrigues gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. #CL#
Rodrigues rushes Dylan and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#TD#
Rodrigues drags the fight down to the ground.
#SUB#
Rodrigues is looking for a triangle but Dylan pushes his legs off easily.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB#
Rodrigues had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Dylan defends it easily.#SUB#
Rodrigues is looking to cinch up a triangle. Dylan throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Rodrigues's body to avoid the submission. Rodrigues has instead reached around Dylan's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Rodrigues arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Samuel Rodrigues!
Samuel Rodrigues decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way. |
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Event:
HFC Bloodbath 2
Date: Jun 05, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Bob circles away from the clinch attempt.
Rodrigues takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
#CL#
Bob moves into range and clinches up with Rodrigues.
Bob lands with a light punch inside.
Rodrigues looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#TD2#
Rodrigues drags the fight down to the ground.
#SUB2#
Rodrigues working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Bob doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Rodrigues is tightening it up a little... Bob has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Bob reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Bob taps out! Nice BJJ there by Rodrigues!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Samuel Rodrigues!
Samuel Rodrigues 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:
HFC 18 - Rodrigues x Slingin
Date: May 09, 2020 |
#R1##TD2#
Slingin shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Rodrigues manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Slingin wants to control from the top but Rodrigues keeps moving.
Slingin might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Rodrigues haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Slingin landing with the ground and pound. #SUB#
Slingin avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB#
Rodrigues looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Slingin working his ground and pound in the gym. So far it seems to be working well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Rodrigues has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Slingin can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Slingin with a nice head shot there.
Rodrigues definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#SUB#
Rodrigues has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Slingin 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 Rodrigues.
Rodrigues trying to remain calm as Slingin controls from the top position.#T1#
Slingin is looking to take a break and control but Rodrigues is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
A lull in the action here.
Slingin has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#SUB2#
Slingin thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Slingin moves into full mount!
Rodrigues is wriggling around trying to escape.
#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.
Rodrigues manages to regain half guard. Good work. #SUB#
Rodrigues is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Slingin pulls his head out easily.
Slingin lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. #SUB#
Rodrigues looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Slingin is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB#
Rodrigues looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Slingin is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T3##SUB#
Rodrigues looking for submissions off his back.
Slingin trying to control the action but Rodrigues is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Rodrigues looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Rodrigues looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Slingin is taking a breather. Rodrigues 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.#SUB#
Rodrigues looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Slingin takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Slingin looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Slingin stalling.
Slingin is keen to just control but Rodrigues is a slippery customer.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Slingin working the head and body with strikes. #SUB#
Rodrigues looking for submissions off his back.
Slingin not doing much here.
#SUB#
Rodrigues looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Rodrigues is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Slingin pulls his head out easily.
Slingin is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Slash Slingin 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#
Slingin keeps the fight on the outside.#CL#
Rodrigues has Slingin up against the cage in a clinch.
Rodrigues jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Slingin walks away with a smile on his face. Rodrigues gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Slingin throws a right and a left that both miss.
Rodrigues tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Slingin has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Rodrigues checks a leg kick.
Rodrigues tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Slingin manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Rodrigues backing away here, and Slingin unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Rodrigues is looking to clinch.
Slingin keeps the fight on the outside.
A little jabbing left from Slingin on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Rodrigues tries to clinch up.
Slingin changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Slingin throws a body shot but no joy.
Rodrigues tries to clinch but Slingin moves out of range.
Slingin feints the counter takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodrigues is looking to clinch but Slingin is avoiding it.
Rodrigues slips under a jab.
Rodrigues is looking to clinch but Slingin is avoiding it.
Slingin tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Slingin tries to work over Rodrigues's front leg with a kick but Rodrigues checks it. #T1#
The crowd cheers as Slingin lands an impressive looking overhand right. Rodrigues doesn't seem phased though.#CL#
Rodrigues moves into range and clinches up with Slingin.
Rodrigues fails to pull the fight into his guard.
A shot in the inside from Slingin.
Rodrigues jumps guard but Slingin turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Samuel Rodrigues. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Rodrigues jumps guard but Slingin stands there with Rodrigues around his waist. Rodrigues gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
#TD2#
Slingin has clasped his hands together around Rodrigues's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
Rodrigues gets back to half guard.
Slingin seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Slingin is nestled in close to Rodrigues, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.#SUB#
Rodrigues looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Rodrigues is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Slingin scores with a couple of nice shots.
Rodrigues is not content to let Slingin control the position.#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Slingin keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Rodrigues has hold of Slingin's hands but Slingin slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Slingin takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#SUB#
Rodrigues looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Rodrigues looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Rodrigues is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Slingin pulls his head out easily.
Slingin is nestled in close to Rodrigues, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Rodrigues is looking for a sweep. Slingin is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Rodrigues looking for submissions off his back.
Rodrigues is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Slingin scores with a couple of nice shots.#T3#
Rodrigues has hold of Slingin's hands but Slingin slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Slingin looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Rodrigues with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Slingin takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Rodrigues is looking to improve his position.
Rodrigues on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Slingin trying to control the action but Rodrigues is working from the bottom.
Rodrigues makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Rodrigues.#SUB#
Rodrigues looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB#
Rodrigues throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Slingin escapes and throws Rodrigues's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Slingin working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
#T4#
Rodrigues tries to buck Slingin off but Slingin is having none of it.
Slingin trying to control the action but Rodrigues is working from the bottom.
Slingin controls the position.
Rodrigues is looking for a sweep.
Slingin controls the position from side control.
Rodrigues is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Slash Slingin showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R3#
Rodrigues moves in looking to clinch but Slingin pushes him off.
Rodrigues tries to clinch up but Slingin circles away and keeps his distance.
Rodrigues avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Slingin takes a swing at Rodrigues's ribcage but misses.
Slingin throws a big shot that misses.
Rodrigues wants to clinch but Slingin slips to the side#TD2#
and Slingin counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Slingin working some strikes from top position.#SUB#
Rodrigues had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Slingin defends it easily.
Slingin working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Slingin with a nice head shot there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Slingin distracts Rodrigues with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#SUB#
Rodrigues looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Slingin passes into side control.
Slingin working the body and head with strikes. #T1#
Slingin working the ground and pound.
Slingin wants to lay and pray for a moment but Rodrigues keeps working.
Rodrigues trying to remain calm as Slingin controls from the top position.
Rodrigues takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Rodrigues tries to buck Slingin off but Slingin is having none of it.
Rodrigues taking a bit of punishment here - Slingin scoring with strikes.
Rodrigues regains half guard.
Slingin takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#SUB#
Rodrigues looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Rodrigues looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Slingin is taking a breather. Rodrigues 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.
Slash Slingin has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB#
Rodrigues actively working from the bottom here.#T2#
Slingin looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #SUB#
Rodrigues is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Slingin pulls his head out easily.
Slingin working the head and body with strikes.
Slingin is figuring out what he wants to do next.#SUB#
Rodrigues looking for submissions off his back.
Still in half guard, Slingin seems content to control.#T3#
Slingin lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. #SUB#
Rodrigues looking for submissions off his back.
Slingin trying to control the pace.
Slingin is trying to control the action in half guard but Rodrigues is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.#SUB#
Rodrigues looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Rodrigues looking for submissions off his back.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB#
Rodrigues looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Still in half guard, Slingin seems content to control.
Slingin prevents Rodrigues from improving his position.
Slingin is taking a breather. Rodrigues 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.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Slingin chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Slingin works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#CUT2#
It looks like Samuel Rodrigues has been cut.
Rodrigues is looking to clinch.
Rodrigues takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Slingin throws a right and a left that Rodrigues avoids nicely.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Slash Slingin really dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Samuel Rodrigues'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.
#R4#
Rodrigues blocks a jab.
Slingin throws a lazy right hand but Rodrigues sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#CL#
Rodrigues darts in and clinches Slingin up against the cage.#BC2#
Slingin breaks from the clinch.
Rodrigues tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Rodrigues ducks under a wild hook from Slingin.
Rodrigues keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Slingin goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Rodrigues looks to clinch #TD2#
and Slingin counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Rodrigues!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rodrigues is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Slingin's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#SUB#
Rodrigues actively working from the bottom here.
Slingin seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Rodrigues does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB#
Rodrigues looking for submissions off his back.
Rodrigues is refusing to be controlled, as Slingin sits in half guard. #T1#
Slingin is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Rodrigues is staying active underneath Slingin, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Slingin takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#SUB#
Rodrigues looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Slingin seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Rodrigues does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB#
Rodrigues is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Slingin pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Rodrigues looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.
Slingin controlling the action here.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Slingin takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Nice strikes from Slingin there.
Still in half guard, Slingin seems content to control.
Rodrigues works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB#
Rodrigues working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Slingin doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Slingin manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Rodrigues throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Slingin is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T3##SUB#
Rodrigues working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Slingin has passed into half guard!
Slingin seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Rodrigues is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Slingin scores with a couple of nice shots.
Slingin lands strikes from half guard.#SUB#
Rodrigues looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Slingin with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #SUB#
Rodrigues is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Slingin pulls his head out easily. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB#
Rodrigues looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Slingin takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.#SUB2#
Slingin is working for a submission of some sort.
Slingin scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Slingin working over Rodrigues with some ground and pound. Rodrigues looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Rodrigues looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Slingin lands with a punch from half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Slash Slingin dominated that fourth round.
The cut man is working on Samuel Rodrigues's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R5##TD2#
Slingin scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Rodrigues looking for a sweep but Slingin has passed into full mount! Oh no!
Slingin sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Rodrigues is trying desperately to improve position.
Rodrigues manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Slingin takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Slingin is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Rodrigues is just riding it out for now. Slingin eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Rodrigues actively working from the bottom here.#T1#
Well, if Slingin 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.
Nice strikes from Slingin there. #SUB#
Rodrigues looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Slingin wants to take a breather but Rodrigues is having none of it. #SUB#
Rodrigues looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Slingin in particular looking to stall.
Slingin is nestled in close to Rodrigues, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Slingin takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.#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.
Slingin with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #SUB#
Rodrigues looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Rodrigues looking for submissions off his back.
Slingin is keen to just control but Rodrigues is a slippery customer.#SUB#
Rodrigues is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Slingin pulls his head out easily.
Slingin content to control rather than advance. #SUB#
Rodrigues looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T3#
Slingin stalling.
Nice strikes from Slingin there. #SUB#
Rodrigues actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Rodrigues actively working from the bottom here.
Slingin seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
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. Slingin connects with a nice short shot to Rodrigues's temple. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Rodrigues is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Slingin is keen to just control but Rodrigues is a slippery customer.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Rodrigues is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Slingin misses with a few strikes there.
Slingin tried to score with a low kick but Rodrigues checks it.
Slingin fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Rodrigues has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Slingin looks to throw the jab but Rodrigues is out of range.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rodrigues doesn't manage to clinch there - Slingin circles away.
Rodrigues is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Samuel Rodrigues has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Slash Slingin is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Slingin keeps the fight on the outside.
Slingin looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
And that's the end of the fight!
Slash Slingin comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Slingin winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Jorge Garcia scores the fight 45:50
Judge Joseph Jones scores the fight 45:50
Judge John Roberts scores the fight 45:50
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Slash Slingin!
Slash Slingin is the new welterweight champion!
Our winner, Slash Slingin, 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:
HFC 15 - Rodrigues vs Chomsli
Date: Apr 17, 2020 |
#R1##TD2#
Chomsli shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Chomsli trying to control from half guard but Rodrigues is working away.
Rodrigues makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Rodrigues.#SUB#
Rodrigues working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Chomsli doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Chomsli manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Chomsli controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SUB#
Rodrigues escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Chomsli gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Chomsli missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Rodrigues is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Chomsli defends well.#SUB#
Rodrigues working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Chomsli doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Chomsli manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Rodrigues working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Chomsli. #T1##SUB#
Rodrigues working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Chomsli has passed into half guard!
#SUB2#
Chomsli is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Rodrigues is just riding it out for now. Chomsli eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
Chomsli is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Rodrigues is just riding it out for now. Chomsli eventually gives up the hold.
Chomsli is keen to just control but Rodrigues is a slippery customer.
Rodrigues looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.#SUB#
Rodrigues actively working from the bottom here.
Chomsli is trying to control the action in half guard but Rodrigues is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Chomsli looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Rodrigues with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Chomsli working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.#SUB#
Rodrigues looking for submissions off his back.
Nice strikes from Chomsli there.
Chomsli lands with a punch from half guard. #SUB#
Rodrigues looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Rodrigues looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Chomsli working over Rodrigues with some ground and pound. Rodrigues looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Chomsli is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Rodrigues is looking to improve his position.
#SUB#
Rodrigues looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Chomsli pushes past his half guard into mount!
Rodrigues really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Chomsli lands a heavy elbow. #T3#
Chomsli landing punches.
Rodrigues is trying desperately to improve position.
Chomsli controlling the position easily from mount.
Chomsli looking to control but Rodrigues is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Chomsli wants to control but instead Rodrigues manages to regain half guard.
Rodrigues is not content to let Chomsli control the position.
Chomsli working the head and body with strikes.
Rodrigues regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB#
Rodrigues is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Chomsli defends well.
Chomsli must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Chomsli is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Rodrigues has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Chomsli is looking to defend but Rodrigues has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Chomsli! Rodrigues pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Chomsli taps out and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Samuel Rodrigues!
In his post fight interview, Samuel Rodrigues started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
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Event:
HFC 10 - Kung vs Rodrigues
Date: Mar 21, 2020 |
#R1#
Tai Kung pulls out of a head kick attempt.
#CL2#
Rodrigues closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Rodrigues fails to pull the fight into his guard.
A shot in the inside from Tai Kung. #TD2#
Rodrigues ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Rodrigues no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. #SUB2#
Rodrigues has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Tai Kung can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Tai Kung is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#SUB2#
Rodrigues looking for subs off his back but Tai Kung has passed one foot through into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tai Kung sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T1##SUB2#
Rodrigues looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Rodrigues looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Tai Kung seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #SUB2#
Rodrigues looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Tai Kung is trying to control. Rodrigues wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Tai Kung wants to pass to mount but Rodrigues is defending the position. #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#
Rodrigues actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Rodrigues looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Tai Kung is controlling the pace.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rodrigues wants to get back to full guard.
Tai Kung knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Rodrigues on the ground.
Rodrigues is not content to let Tai Kung control the position.#SUB2#
Rodrigues is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Tai Kung pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Rodrigues actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Rodrigues looking for submissions off his back.#T3#
Tai Kung is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Tai Kung passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Rodrigues!
Rodrigues slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Tai Kung sitting and controlling from the half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Rodrigues is working on a guillotine. He's managed to get to full guard and he's really squeezing tight! Tai Kung is tapping! Great win for Rodrigues!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Samuel Rodrigues! Samuel Rodrigues retains his welterweight title!
A very excited looking Samuel Rodrigues rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.
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Event:
HFC 5 - Rodrigues vs Larsson
Date: Feb 28, 2020 |
#R1##CL#
Larsson tries to keep at a distance but Rodrigues has taken the fight into the clinch.
Rodrigues tries to pull guard but Larsson won't allow it.
Rodrigues is trying to pull guard but Larsson has him pressed against the cage.
Larsson tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Larsson throws a punch but it's blocked by Rodrigues.
Larsson tries to throw a body punch but Rodrigues avoids it by throwing Larsson back against the cage.
Rodrigues managing to block the knees to the body from Larsson.
Rodrigues jumps guard but Larsson turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Samuel Rodrigues. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Rodrigues jumps into guard, dragging Larsson to the mat.
#SUB#
Rodrigues throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB#
Rodrigues throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Larsson is fighting to break Rodrigues's control of his arms but Rodrigues is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#SUB#
Rodrigues had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Larsson defends it easily.
Rodrigues has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.#T1##SUB#
Rodrigues is looking to cinch up a triangle. Larsson throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Rodrigues's body to avoid the submission. Rodrigues has instead reached around Larsson's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Rodrigues arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Samuel Rodrigues!
Samuel Rodrigues retains his welterweight title!
Samuel Rodrigues 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:
SMASH: Garbrandt vs Schultz
Date: Feb 08, 2020 |
#R1##CL2#
Lewis closes the distance and clinches. #TD#
Rodrigues gets control of Lewis's arms and successfully pulls guard. Rodrigues will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Lewis would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #SUB#
Rodrigues is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Lewis defends well.#SUB#
Lewis is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Rodrigues has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Lewis is looking to defend but Rodrigues has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Lewis! Rodrigues pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Lewis taps out and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Samuel Rodrigues!
Samuel Rodrigues is the new welterweight champion!
Samuel Rodrigues bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.
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Event:
SMASH: Brien vs Donnelly
Date: Jan 18, 2020 |
#R1##CL2#
Kray has managed to clinch.
Rodrigues tries to pull guard but Kray forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Rodrigues fails to pull guard.
Kray tries to land a knee to the head but Rodrigues blocks with his arms.
Rodrigues takes a knee right on the jaw!
#CUT2#
It looks like Samuel Rodrigues has been cut.
Rodrigues fails to pull guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Samuel Rodrigues. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kray landing knees to the head.
Kray throws a knee to the head but misses.
Rodrigues tries to pull guard but Kray won't allow it.
Rodrigues fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Kray trying to land knees to the body.
Kray lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Rodrigues is trying to pull guard but Kray has him pressed against the cage.
Rodrigues is trying to pull guard but Kray has him pressed against the cage.
Kray connects with a nasty looking knee right to Rodrigues's face.
Kray lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Knees to the body from Kray.
#T1#
Rodrigues avoids a wild elbow strike from Kray.
Rodrigues jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Kray walks away with a smile on his face. Rodrigues gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. #CL#
Rodrigues moves into the clinch successfully.
Kray lands a good knee to the midsection. Rodrigues won't want to take too many of those.
Rodrigues takes an elbow to the forehead.
Rodrigues tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Kray dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Rodrigues fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Knees to the body from Kray.
Kray landing knees to the body.
Rodrigues fails to pull guard.
Kray lands a nice elbow from the clinch. #CUT2#
Samuel Rodrigues's cut is getting worse.
Kray lands a damaging elbow. #CUT2#
Samuel Rodrigues's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Kray landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rodrigues tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Kray just stands there and leans against the cage.#T2#
Rodrigues takes an elbow to the temple.
Rodrigues fails to pull guard.
We've been hearing reports that Rodrigues has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.#TD#
Rodrigues decides to pull guard.
Kray tries to stand but Rodrigues is controlling from the bottom.
Kray 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. #SUB#
Rodrigues has his feet on Kray's thighs here. He's pushed Kray off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Kray screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Samuel Rodrigues!
Samuel Rodrigues decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.
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Event:
SMASH: Donnelly vs Tai
Date: Jan 11, 2020 |
#R1##CL2#
Rodrigues clinches up against the cage.#TD2#
Rodrigues gets control of Bizihwaeile's arms and successfully pulls guard. Rodrigues will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Rodrigues is looking to cinch up a triangle. Bizihwaeile throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Rodrigues's body to avoid the submission. Rodrigues has instead reached around Bizihwaeile's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Rodrigues arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Samuel Rodrigues!
Samuel Rodrigues 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:
SMASH: Hedger vs O Brien
Date: Dec 28, 2019 |
#R1#
Rodrigues slips a straight right by Skinner.
Rodrigues is looking to counter the offense by Skinner and move into the clinch.
Rodrigues definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#CL#
Rodrigues clinches. #TD#
Rodrigues decides to pull guard. #SUB#
Rodrigues is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Skinner frees his head nicely. Oh but Rodrigues has switched to an armbar! Skinner is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Samuel Rodrigues!
Samuel Rodrigues decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.
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Event:
SMASH: Skinner vs Bateman
Date: Dec 21, 2019 |
#R1##TD#
Modaro closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Rodrigues is trying to control but can't.
#SUB2#
Rodrigues looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Rodrigues looking for submissions off his back.
Rodrigues looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Rodrigues is looking for a sweep. Modaro is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Rodrigues throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Modaro sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Rodrigues is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T1##SUB2#
Rodrigues is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Modaro pulls his head out easily.
Rodrigues throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
Rodrigues is trying to control but can't.
Rodrigues is looking to get back to full guard here but Modaro has managed to pass to side control instead.
Rodrigues has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Rodrigues is trying to control Modaro's posture but Modaro avoids it.
Rodrigues is trying to get back to half guard.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Rodrigues holding on.
Rodrigues looking for a sweep but Modaro has passed into full mount! Oh no!
Rodrigues is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Rodrigues is in all sorts of trouble here.
Rodrigues sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.#T3#
Modaro slows the pace down in half guard. #SUB2#
Rodrigues looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Rodrigues is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Modaro pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Rodrigues looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Rodrigues is trying to control but Modaro manages to pass to mount!
#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Rodrigues really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Rodrigues is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Rodrigues sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rodrigues moves into full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mahmoud Modaro dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2##TD#
Modaro gets a takedown into half guard.#SUB2#
Rodrigues actively working from the bottom here.
Rodrigues is looking to control Modaro's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Rodrigues avoid being mounted?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Rodrigues looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Modaro wants to control but Rodrigues is keeping him busy. #T1##SUB2#
Rodrigues looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Rodrigues looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Rodrigues is pressing down on Modaro's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB2#
Rodrigues looking for subs off his back but Modaro has passed one foot through into half guard.
#SUB2#
Rodrigues looking for subs from the bottom but Modaro mounts him!#T2#
Modaro tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Modaro prevents Rodrigues from getting the reversal.
Modaro tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Rodrigues wants to hold on but Modaro pushes him away.#T3#
Rodrigues gets back to half guard.
Rodrigues is looking to control Modaro's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Rodrigues avoid being mounted?
Rodrigues tries to get to full guard but Modaro has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Rodrigues is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Modaro pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Rodrigues looking for subs from the bottom but Modaro mounts him!
Modaro prevents Rodrigues from getting the reversal.#T4#
Rodrigues bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Modaro keeping moving, preventing Rodrigues from controlling successfully.
Rodrigues is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Rodrigues accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Modaro preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mahmoud Modaro dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Rodrigues looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#TD#
Modaro looking for a takedown here - he's got it.#SUB2#
Rodrigues is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Modaro is aware though and is defending well.
Rodrigues is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#SUB2#
Rodrigues looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Modaro is defending well. Rodrigues quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Modaro has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Rodrigues celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:49 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Samuel Rodrigues!
After the fight, Samuel Rodrigues 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:
Banzai Brawls 1
Date: Nov 10, 2019 |
#R1##CL#
Rodrigues closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Rideau tries to break free but Rodrigues pushes him back against the cage.
Rodrigues tries to pull guard but Rideau won't allow it.
Rodrigues misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Rideau wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Rideau tries to circle away but Rodrigues has him pinned against the cage.
Rodrigues is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Rideau to keep the fight standing.#TD#
Rodrigues manages to pull guard.
#SUB#
Rodrigues looking for a guillotine here but Rideau defends easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Rodrigues had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Rideau defends it easily.#SUB#
Rodrigues has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Rideau should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Rodrigues has tightened it up now! Rideau should have reacted faster there - he's in big trouble and yes, he's tapped out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Samuel Rodrigues!
Samuel Rodrigues 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:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 06, 2019 |
#R1##CL2#
Rodrigues gets in close and instigates a clinch.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows. #BC#
Rios manages to break the clinch.
#CL2#
Rodrigues moves into the clinch successfully.
#TD2#
Rodrigues jumps guard.
Rodrigues seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Rodrigues is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#SUB2#
Rios got a little sloppy there for a moment and Rodrigues has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Rios has managed to get both his arms back between Rodrigues's legs - danger averted.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodrigues pulls Rios in close to his closed guard and prevents Rios from doing any damage or advancing position.#T1#
Rodrigues controls Rios momentarily but Rios frees himself.
Rodrigues is pulling down on Rios's head. It's preventing any offense from Rios, at least for the moment.
Rodrigues is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Rodrigues looking to hit a scissor sweep but Rios is one step ahead there.
Rodrigues pulls Rios in close to prevent any damage. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.#SUB2#
Rios avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Rodrigues pulls Rios in to control the position.
Rodrigues is continuing to stall.
Rios could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.#SUB2#
Rodrigues throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#T3##SUB2#
Rodrigues throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Rodrigues seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Rodrigues is trying to control the position but Rios postures up.
Rodrigues wants to sweep but no luck.
Rios postures up.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Rodrigues wants to sweep here but Rios controlling him for the moment. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#CL2#
Rodrigues has closed the distance and engaged Rios in a clinch.
#TD#
Rios pulls Rodrigues into guard.
Rodrigues trying to control but Rios is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rodrigues passes Rios's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Still in half guard, Rodrigues seems content to control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rodrigues wants to lay and pray for a moment but Rios keeps working.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Samuel Rodrigues dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2##CL2#
Rodrigues takes the fight into the clinch. #TD2#
Rodrigues jumps into guard, dragging Rios to the mat.
Rodrigues is trying to control the position but Rios postures up.
Rodrigues pulls Rios in close to prevent any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodrigues is trying to hold Rios in close to prevent damage but Rios has managed to pass into half guard.
Rodrigues is trying to maintain the position but Rios is very close to passing his half guard.#T1#
Rios content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Rodrigues wants to improve his position but Rios is controlling well.
Rodrigues is controlling Rios's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Rios missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Rodrigues preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD2#
Rodrigues throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Rios was covering up waiting for the punch and Rodrigues finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Rodrigues stands and throws Rios's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Rodrigues controlling the position from side mount.
Rios knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Rodrigues on the ground.
Rodrigues trying to control the action but Rios is working from the bottom. #T3#
Rodrigues is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Rios will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.#SUB2#
Rodrigues swings around for an armbar but Rios sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Rodrigues's guard.
Rodrigues is trying to control the position but Rios postures up.
Rodrigues wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Rios is now in half guard.
Rodrigues is trying to maintain the position but Rios 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.#T4#
Rodrigues is positioning himself well to prevent Rios advancing to mount. #SUB#
Rios wants to work for an arm triangle but Rodrigues is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Rodrigues keeping control of the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rodrigues is looking for a sweep. Rios is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Samuel Rodrigues will probably get the nod - 10:9.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3##CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#TD2#
Rodrigues jumps guard.
#SUB2#
Rodrigues had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Rios defends it easily.
Rodrigues is trying to control the position but Rios postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodrigues wants to sweep but no luck.
Rodrigues has control of Rios's left arm, preventing Rios from doing any damage. #T1#
Rios connects with a couple of short punches.
Rodrigues looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Rodrigues has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Rios has passed into side control.
Rodrigues wants to control but Rios postures up.
Rodrigues is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
You can see the frustration on Rodrigues's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#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.
Rodrigues is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Rodrigues is trying is best to control the position here.
Rodrigues gets back to full guard.
Rodrigues 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.
Rodrigues keeps trying to improve his position.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
Samuel Rodrigues is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T3#
Rodrigues wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#CL2#
Rios tries to keep at a distance but Rodrigues has taken the fight into the clinch.#TD2#
Rodrigues jumps guard and drags Rios to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Rodrigues looking for a sweep. Not yet Rodrigues, not yet.
Rodrigues is trying to hold Rios in close to prevent damage but Rios has managed to pass into half guard.
Rodrigues controlling the position well. #T4#
Rodrigues wants to get back to full guard but Rios has passed into side control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rodrigues wants to control but Rios postures up.
And that's the end of the fight!
Samuel Rodrigues comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Rodrigues winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jorge Garcia scores the fight 27:30
Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Samuel Rodrigues!
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