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Event:
WCF WNF 72: BMA vs El Shabazz
Date: Sep 22, 2021 |
#R1#
Ganevski wants to clinch but Der Veer Jr slips to the side#TD2#
so Der Veer Jr counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Ganevski knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Der Veer Jr on the ground.
Ganevski is looking to stand up but Der Veer Jr isn't so interested in that idea.
Ganevski definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Ganevski keeping moving, preventing Der Veer Jr from controlling successfully.
Ganevski is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Der Veer Jr with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Ganevski is looking to stand up but Der Veer Jr isn't so interested in that idea.
Der Veer Jr is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SUB2#
Der Veer Jr drops back looking for a leg! Ganevski is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Ganevski manages to kick Der Veer Jr off! Der Veer Jr jumps back into Ganevski's guard.
Der Veer Jr has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ganevski is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Der Veer Jr controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T1##SUB2#
Der Veer Jr drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Der Veer Jr jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Ganevski wants to stand up but Der Veer Jr is controlling him.
Der Veer Jr wants to control from the top but Ganevski keeps moving.
Der Veer Jr stops Ganevski from standing up.
Der Veer Jr wants to control from the top but Ganevski keeps moving.
Der Veer Jr not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Der Veer Jr stops Ganevski from standing up. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Ganevski looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#CL#
Ganevski closes the distance and pushes Der Veer Jr back into the cage.
Ganevski tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Der Veer Jr smiles and moves away.
Ganevski is looking to clinch. #TD2#
Der Veer Jr looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Der Veer Jr passes to full mount! #SUB2#
Der Veer Jr is working close to his opponent, looking to work a submission by the looks of things. Oh, he's managed to get a guillotine from mount as his opponent reached up! That looks tiiiiight! Will he tap? YES, he's tapped! Impressive submission by Der Veer Jr!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Van Der Veer Jr! |
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Event:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 71
Date: Jul 10, 2021 |
#R1#
Hall misses with the combination.
#KD#
A jab-cross combination lands for Hall and sends Der Veer Jr crashing to the mat! Hall follows him down to the mat - Der Veer Jr regains half guard but he's not out of trouble yet! #ROC#Der Veer Jr is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Van Der Veer Jr has been cut.
Hall scores with a big shot! Der Veer Jr's head bounced off the canvas with a huge thud! More strikes land and the referee has jumped in to save Der Veer Jr! He was hurt real bad - good stoppage!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sirus Hall!
A very excited looking Sirus Hall 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:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 64
Date: Jun 05, 2021 |
#R1##TD#
Souppe tries to sprawl but Der Veer Jr drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Souppe is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Souppe trying to hold on to Der Veer Jr's head to control him but Der Veer Jr postures up.
Souppe controlling the position well. #SUB2#
Souppe actively working from the bottom here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Der Veer Jr wants to control but Souppe is keeping him busy.
Souppe moves into full guard.
#T1#
Der Veer Jr wants to control from the top but Souppe keeps moving.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Souppe is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Der Veer Jr not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Souppe sitting in guard here, content to control.
Der Veer Jr seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#SUB2#
Souppe postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Der Veer Jr is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Souppe, into his guard. #REVR##SUB#
Der Veer Jr postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Souppe is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Der Veer Jr, into his guard. #REVB##T2#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Souppe trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Souppe passes into half guard.
Souppe looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Der Veer Jr won't allow Souppe to pass to mount.
Souppe passes to full mount!
Der Veer Jr is desperately trying to improve his position but Souppe has a good base and remains in mount.#T3##SUB2#
Souppe looking for a guillotine from mount but Der Veer Jr is having none of it. #SUB2#
Souppe looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead. #SUB2#
Der Veer Jr defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Souppe. #SUB2#
Souppe quickly switches position and commits to an armbar! It's a big risk for Souppe but it's paid off an Der Veer Jr is forced to tap! Nice work by Souppe.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Bruno Souppe! |
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Event:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 56
Date: Apr 28, 2021 |
#R1#
Rodionovich thuds his right hand into Der Veer Jr's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Rodionovich keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Rodionovich takes a swing at Der Veer Jr's ribcage but misses. #CL#
Rodionovich closes the distance and pushes Der Veer Jr back into the cage.
Der Veer Jr goes for a takedown in the clinch but Rodionovich prevents it.
Rodionovich scores with a knee to the head.
#CUT#It looks like Van Der Veer Jr has been cut.
Rodionovich working the clinch nicely. Der Veer Jr is working for position but Rodionovich cracks him with a big knee to the head! Der Veer Jr crumples up against the cage and Rodionovich lands two more shots before the ref can save Der Veer Jr! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Knee & Punches). Alexei Rodionovich!
As Alexei Rodionovich got his breath back, he grabbed the microphone and managed to blurt out the following: Hard work, hard victory!'. |
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Event:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 48
Date: Mar 13, 2021 |
#R1#
Juntti Jr lands a really nice looking cross but Der Veer Jr seems unphased.
Juntti Jr wants to clinch up but Der Veer Jr keeps it at a distance.
Der Veer Jr checks a leg kick. #CL#
Juntti Jr gets a clinch. #BC#
Juntti Jr breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Der Veer Jr has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Juntti Jr lands a body shot.
Der Veer Jr tries to score a power double leg takedown but Juntti Jr sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Der Veer Jr somewhat.
Der Veer Jr shoots for a takedown but Juntti Jr saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Der Veer Jr fails to land the takedown.
Jouko Juntti Jr has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Van Der Veer Jr.
Der Veer Jr shoots in looking for a takedown. Juntti Jr tries to sprawl out of it but Der Veer Jr keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Juntti Jr manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Juntti Jr fails with an attempt to clinch.
Juntti Jr throws out a powerful jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Juntti Jr connects with a good right hand that stumbles Der Veer Jr. Der Veer Jr circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Juntti Jr walks forward and throws a big overhand right! Der Veer Jr drops to the floor like a sack of potatoes! Juntti Jr swarms on him with more punches until the referee wrestles him away from Der Veer Jr's unconscious body! Wow, that was brutal!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:05 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jouko Juntti Jr! |
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Event:
GDL 77:Hansson VS Sitsongrit
Date: Jan 30, 2021 |
#R1#
Der Veer Jr takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Royale lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook. #CUT#It looks like Van Der Veer Jr has been cut.
Royale lands a head kick. Der Veer Jr smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Royale stuffs the takedown.
Der Veer Jr looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Royale is fending him off so far but Der Veer Jr persists. Nope, Royale circles away and we're back to standing.
Der Veer Jr misses with a takedown attempt
and Royale counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Connor Royale has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Van Der Veer Jr.
No joy there for Royale, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
#CL#
Royale clinches up against the cage.
Der Veer Jr looking for a takedown.
Der Veer Jr is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Royale gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Der Veer Jr goes for a takedown attempt but Royale pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Royale lands a leg kick that knocks Der Veer Jr off balance momentarily.
Royale throws a sloppy head kick and Der Veer Jr moves out of range easily.
Der Veer Jr has a takedown stuffed.#T1#
Royale looks to land a combination but Der Veer Jr avoids it well.
Royale throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Der Veer Jr.
A punch combination from Royale misses.
Royale feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Der Veer Jrs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!#KD#
Royale drops Der Veer Jr with a beautiful combination! Der Veer Jr stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Royale is looking for the KO!#ROC#Der Veer Jr is rocked!
Royale steps into range and unloads a brutal right left combo! Der Veer Jr is out on his feet! Royale sets himself and nearly takes Der Veer Jr's head off with a straight right, sending him crashing to the mat! Wow, that was nasty... but awesome! Wooo!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Connor Royale!
Connor Royale took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Conquer for their support in the buildup to the fight. |
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Event:
GDL 74: MacArthur II VS Petrov
Date: Jan 09, 2021 |
#R1#
Jefferson swings and misses with a hook to the body.
We've been hearing reports that Der Veer Jr has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Jefferson scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.#CUT2#It looks like Van Der Veer Jr has been cut.#TD#
Der Veer Jr gets a double leg takedown into Jefferson's guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.#SUB#
Der Veer Jr thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Der Veer Jr with a flurry of punches that miss.
Der Veer Jr lands a couple of decent looking shots.#SUB#
Der Veer Jr drops back looking for a submission - "I'm sorry sir, but I'm gunna break your leg" says Der Veer Jr as he cranks on the unfortunate limb! Jefferson screams and taps out before any major damage is done! Don't mess with Der Veer Jr! Nice submission victory there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Van Der Veer Jr! |
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Event:
GDL 68: Gomez VS Byckiewicz II
Date: Nov 28, 2020 |
#R1#
Genie tries to clinch but fails miserably #TD#
so Der Veer Jr counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Der Veer Jr with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Genie wants to sweep here but Der Veer Jr controlling him for the moment.
Der Veer Jr trying to control the position from guard on top but Genie is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Der Veer Jr 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.
Der Veer Jr trying to control but Genie is working from the bottom.
Genie looking to hit a scissor sweep but Der Veer Jr is one step ahead there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Der Veer Jr wants to control from the top but Genie keeps moving.
Genie throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
Genie striking off his back but it's not causing Der Veer Jr any problems.
Der Veer Jr controlling from the top position. #T1#
Genie throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
Der Veer Jr wants to control from the top but Genie keeps moving.
Der Veer Jr lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Genie trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from!
Genie wants to sweep but no luck.
Genie throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Der Veer Jr showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Der Veer Jr trying to control the position from guard on top but Genie is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Genie throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Genie tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Der Veer Jr paws at him with a jab and circles away.#CL2#
Genie clinches.
Genie stops a takedown attempt from Der Veer Jr.
#T2##TD#
Der Veer Jr is trying to trip Genie. He has hold of a leg but Genie is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Der Veer Jr persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
Genie throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
Genie can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Der Veer Jr controls the pace.
Der Veer Jr trying to control but Genie is working from the bottom.
Der Veer Jr slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Genie wants to sweep here but Der Veer Jr controlling him for the moment.
Genie throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Genie striking off his back but it's not causing Der Veer Jr any problems.
Der Veer Jr working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Genie's head.
Der Veer Jr trying to control but Genie is working from the bottom. #T3##SUB#
Der Veer Jr drops back looking for a submission - "I'm sorry sir, but I'm gunna break your leg" says Der Veer Jr as he cranks on the unfortunate limb! Genie screams and taps out before any major damage is done! Don't mess with Der Veer Jr! Nice submission victory there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Van Der Veer Jr! |
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Event:
Checkmate Championship 13
Date: Oct 31, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#TD2#
Der Veer Jr drives through with a takedown into guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Adesanya's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#SUB#
Adesanya has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Der Veer Jr can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Der Veer Jr avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB#
Adesanya is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Der Veer Jr defends well.
Adesanya working a defensive guard here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Adesanya escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Der Veer Jr gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Der Veer Jr wants to control from the top but Adesanya keeps moving. #T1##SUB#
Adesanya working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Der Veer Jr doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Der Veer Jr manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Der Veer Jr stays in close to Adesanya's body and controls the position. #SUB#
Adesanya has his foot on Der Veer Jr's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Der Veer Jr works his way back into a safe position though.
Adesanya is trying to control the position but Der Veer Jr postures up. #SUB#
Der Veer Jr is posturing up here but Adesanya has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Der Veer Jr tries to roll out but it's too tight and Der Veer Jr has to tap! Slick submission there by Adesanya!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Jorge Adesanya!
During a confident post fight interview, Jorge Adesanya thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
Checkmate Fight Night 13
Date: Oct 24, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Nice takedown defense from Mane. No joy for Der Veer Jr on that attempt.
Mane stalks Der Veer Jr and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Der Veer Jr's face. Der Veer Jr staggers backwards, shaken.
Mane connects with a single shot there.
Der Veer Jr doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Mane lands with an uppercut that bounces Der Veer Jr off the cage and back into range.
Mane scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Mane connects with the punch.#TD2#
Der Veer Jr feints and as Mane raises his hands in defense, Der Veer Jr changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mane not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Der Veer Jr not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #SUB#
Mane escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Der Veer Jr gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Mane looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Der Veer Jr is defending well. Mane quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Der Veer Jr has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Mane celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Blackout Mane! |
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Event:
Checkmate Championship 9
Date: Sep 09, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#TD#
Der Veer Jr shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. O'Malley manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
O'Malley is adopting a defensive guard.
Der Veer Jr controls from within his opponent's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Der Veer Jr trying to control the position from guard on top but O'Malley is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
O'Malley is controlling Der Veer Jr's posture.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
O'Malley lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB##T1#
Der Veer Jr is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
O'Malley is stalling in the full guard.
Der Veer Jr wants to stand up but O'Malley is controlling him.
I've been told that O'Malley has been drilling his wrestling of late, which has already helped him take this fight to the mat. Let's see how much of an impact it has on the outcome of the ground game.
O'Malley controlling from the top position.
Der Veer Jr seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
O'Malley is continuing to stall.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
O'Malley connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Der Veer Jr's hands.#CUT2#It looks like Van Der Veer Jr has been cut.
Der Veer Jr takes one on the chin but seems OK.
O'Malley scores with a leg kick.
#TD#
Der Veer Jr feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Der Veer Jr wants to control from the top but O'Malley keeps moving.
O'Malley has control of Der Veer Jr's left arm, preventing Der Veer Jr from doing any damage. #T3#
O'Malley wants to sweep but no luck.
O'Malley trying to control the position here.
Der Veer Jr trying to control the position from guard on top but O'Malley is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
O'Malley wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
O'Malley is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
O'Malley is taking a breather. Der Veer Jr 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.#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.
Der Veer Jr is trying to stand back up but O'Malley is controlling him
Der Veer Jr is in trouble now - O'Malley has advanced to mount!
O'Malley controlling from the full mount.
Der Veer Jr tries to buck O'Malley off but he can't manage it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
O'Malley controlling the position easily from mount.
Let's hope that O'Malley 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.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Patrick O'Malley dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Van Der Veer Jr's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2##TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Der Veer Jr.
O'Malley regains half guard.
O'Malley gets full guard.
O'Malley has control of Der Veer Jr's left arm, preventing Der Veer Jr from doing any damage.
Der Veer Jr stopping the sweep attempt from O'Malley .
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Van Der Veer Jr overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
O'Malley pulls Der Veer Jr in to control the position.
Der Veer Jr stopping the sweep attempt from O'Malley .
O'Malley keeping moving, preventing Der Veer Jr from controlling successfully. #T1#
O'Malley has control of Der Veer Jr's left arm, preventing Der Veer Jr from doing any damage.
O'Malley can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Der Veer Jr controls the pace.
Der Veer Jr won't allow O'Malley to sweep him here. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#TD2#
O'Malley pulls Der Veer Jr into guard.
O'Malley has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
O'Malley 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.
O'Malley controlling the position.
Der Veer Jr has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#T2#
Der Veer Jr stopping the sweep attempt from O'Malley .
O'Malley seems keen to control Der Veer Jr's posture.
O'Malley looking to hit a scissor sweep but Der Veer Jr is one step ahead there.
O'Malley managing to control the position. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Patrick O'Malley is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T3#
A jab from O'Malley finds it's way through Der Veer Jr's defenses.
A nice leg kick from O'Malley , right into the meat of the thigh.
O'Malley scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
#TD#
Der Veer Jr closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
O'Malley sneaks back into half guard.
Der Veer Jr seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but O'Malley does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T4#
O'Malley tries to roll over but Der Veer Jr keeps him under control.
O'Malley makes his way to full guard. A much better position for O'Malley .
O'Malley manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Der Veer Jr manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
O'Malley controlling from the top position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Der Veer Jr is wriggling around but O'Malley manages to pass to half guard.
O'Malley trying to control the pace.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Patrick O'Malley showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Van Der Veer Jr's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3##CL2#
O'Malley darts in and clinches Der Veer Jr up against the cage.#TD2#
O'Malley jumps into guard, dragging Der Veer Jr to the mat.
#SUB2#
O'Malley looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
O'Malley keeping moving, preventing Der Veer Jr from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
O'Malley working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Der Veer Jr doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Der Veer Jr manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
O'Malley is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB##T1#
Der Veer Jr tries to kick O'Malley off but O'Malley keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
O'Malley tries to pass to full mount but Der Veer Jr defends it.
O'Malley prevents Der Veer Jr from standing back up.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#SUB2#
O'Malley seems to be working for a kimura but Der Veer Jr defends the submission attempt.
O'Malley is figuring out what he wants to do next.
O'Malley wants to pass to mount but Der Veer Jr is defending the position.
Der Veer Jr knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for O'Malley on the ground.
Der Veer Jr is trying to stand up here but O'Malley is controlling him well. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Still in half guard, O'Malley seems content to control.#ES#
Der Veer Jr makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!#TD#
Der Veer Jr shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
O'Malley gets full guard.
Der Veer Jr won't allow O'Malley to sweep him here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
O'Malley is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
The adventures of O'Malley the control monster continue. Boring.
Der Veer Jr won't allow O'Malley to sweep him here.
Patrick O'Malley is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T3#
O'Malley is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD#
Der Veer Jr scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
O'Malley is concentrating on defense, preventing Der Veer Jr from advancing position.
O'Malley wants to improve his position but Der Veer Jr is controlling well.
#T4#
O'Malley is concentrating on defense, preventing Der Veer Jr from advancing position.
Der Veer Jr tries to pass to full mount but O'Malley defends it.
O'Malley wants to improve his position but Der Veer Jr is controlling well.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Van Der Veer Jr has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
O'Malley slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Patrick O'Malley .
Well O'Malley has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Nard Betker scores the fight 27:30
Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 27:30
Judge Patrick Alders scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Patrick O'Malley !
After the fight, Patrick O'Malley 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:
Checkmate Fight Night 10
Date: Aug 12, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Der Veer Jr has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Adee.
No luck for Der Veer Jr with that takedown attempt. #CL2#
Adee moves into the clinch.
Der Veer Jr fails to pull guard.
A short body shot lands from Adee as the two fighters clinch.
Adee scores with a nice hook to the head.
Adee lands a left hand.
Der Veer Jr is trying to drag Adee to the mat but Adee just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Van Der Veer Jr. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Adee pushes Der Veer Jr back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Der Veer Jr is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Adee gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Der Veer Jr can't get the takedown.
Adee lands a body shot. #T1#
Adee lands a shot to the body.
A short uppercut from Adee.
Adee working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Adee lands a nice shot to the body.
Der Veer Jr is breathing heavily.
Adee throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Adee gets through Der Veer Jr's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Adee lands a body shot in the clinch.
Adee lands a nice uppercut.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Adee.
A short body shot lands from Adee as the two fighters clinch.
Adee presses Der Veer Jr against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Adee lands a nice uppercut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Adee lands a left hand.
Adee lands with a right to the head.
A short body shot lands from Adee as the two fighters clinch.
#T2#
Adee lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Der Veer Jr or not.
Adee lands a shot to the body.
Adee lands an uppercut.#ROC2#Der Veer Jr is rocked!
Der Veer Jr's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Oh Der Veer Jr is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Adee stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Adee lands an uppercut in the clinch that drops Der Veer Jr to his knees! Adee keeps firing more shots against his stricken opponent and the referee jumps in to save him!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Arriorus Adee! |
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Event:
Checkmate Contenders 4
Date: Jul 01, 2020 |
Van Der Veer Jr really struggled with his weight cut for this fight. After coming in at 173.9, he had two hours to cut the additional weight. He was unable to do so and as a result, his fight with Arriorus Adee was cancelled. |
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Event:
Checkmate Contenders 2
Date: May 16, 2020 |
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Der Veer Jr shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Oni as he jumps to the side.
Oni throws a low kick but it's checked well by Der Veer Jr.
Oni tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Der Veer Jr was well out of range. Poor timing from Oni.
Oni scores with a takedown into Der Veer Jr's guard.
Der Veer Jr is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Oni is controlling him.
Oni controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Oni stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Der Veer Jr swivels though and keeps the full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Der Veer Jr wants to stand but Oni is controlling the position.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Oni controls from within his opponent's guard.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Der Veer Jr wants to stand and escape but Oni is having none of it.
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
A big right from Oni misses.
Der Veer Jr is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Der Veer Jr shoots in looking for a takedown but Oni manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Der Veer Jr's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Oni, as that shot connected.
Oni fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Der Veer Jr is out of range.
Oni definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Der Veer Jr.
Exeudo Oni has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Van Der Veer Jr.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Oni throws out a leg kick but Der Veer Jr moves out of range and Oni only half commits.
Oni cracks Der Veer Jr with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
It looks like Van Der Veer Jr has been cut.
Oni feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Der Veer Jr sprawling to the canvas! Der Veer Jr rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Oni finish him?!
Der Veer Jr is rocked!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Oni shoots in for a takedown. He's got it... He's hoisted his opponent over his head and is carrying him over to the other end of the mat. The crowd roars in approval and Oni slams his opponent to the mat. OH, that is naaaaaasty! He's out! Oni lands a punch to his unconscious victim for good measure before the ref has time to call the fight.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Slam). Exeudo Oni! |
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Event:
Checkmate The Crowning : RD#2
Date: Apr 18, 2020 |
#R1#
Vela shoots for a takedown but Der Veer Jr saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Der Veer Jr shoots for a takedown but Vela saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Der Veer Jr wants to clinch up but Vela keeps it at a distance.
Vela fails with an attempt to clinch.
Der Veer Jr changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Vela throws a jab when Der Veer Jr was well out of range.
Der Veer Jr tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
The fight stays on the outside here - Vela looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Der Veer Jr displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Vela.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Der Veer Jr fails with a takedown attempt.#TD2#
Der Veer Jr shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Der Veer Jr was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
My spies in UnderGround Training Facility inform me that Der Veer Jr has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#T1#
Vela is trying to get back to half guard.
Vela gets back to half guard.
Vela is refusing to be controlled, as Der Veer Jr sits in half guard.
Vela flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
Der Veer Jr prevents Vela from improving his position.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Vela keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Vela tries to roll over but Der Veer Jr keeps him under control.
Vela desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Vela's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T3#
Sloppy strikes from Vela. Those never looked like landing.
And Der Veer Jr tries to counter it with a takedown but Vela pushes his down on his head and steps out.#TD#
Vela gets a takedown into half guard.
Vela controlling the action here.
Der Veer Jr really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Vela. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#T4#
Vela has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Vela works his way into side control.
Der Veer Jr prevents Vela from moving into mount.
Der Veer Jr is pushing Vela's head away, looking to escape. Vela manages to hold on to the position though.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Vela is working for what looks like an arm triangle here. Der Veer Jr is trying to escape and Vela transitions quickly into an armbar! He's slapped it on tight and Der Veer Jr is forced to tap! Nice work there by Vela! Very nice indeed!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Pedro Vela!
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Event:
Checkmate Fight Night 5
Date: Mar 21, 2020 |
#R1#
Some bone on bone action there as Der Veer Jr checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Oni works the jab nicely.#TD#
Oni looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Der Veer Jr!
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Der Veer Jr is trying to get back to his feet.#SUB#
Oni is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Der Veer Jr is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.#T1##SU#
Oni decides to stand up, so the ref orders Der Veer Jr to his feet.
Oni jabs at Der Veer Jr's body.
Exeudo Oni seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Oni fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Der Veer Jr tries to score a power double leg takedown but Oni sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Der Veer Jr somewhat.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Der Veer Jr has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Der Veer Jr has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Der Veer Jr there as he acknowledges the shot.
Decent striking displayed by Oni there.#CL#
Oni darts in and clinches Der Veer Jr up against the cage.#TD#
Oni gets control of Der Veer Jr's arms and successfully pulls guard. Oni will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Oni pulls Der Veer Jr in close to his closed guard and prevents Der Veer Jr from doing any damage or advancing position.#T2#
Oni wants to get back to his feet but Der Veer Jr is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Der Veer Jr controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Der Veer Jr won't allow Oni to sweep him here.
Oni keeping moving, preventing Der Veer Jr from controlling successfully.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.#T3##ES#
Oni pushes Der Veer Jr off and scrambles back to his feet.
Sloppy strikes from Oni. Those never looked like landing.
Oni connects with a crisp jab. #CL#
Oni has managed to clinch.
Der Veer Jr is trying to force a seperation but Oni has the dominant position.
Oni tries to score a body lock takedown but Der Veer Jr shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Oni scores with a nice hook to the head.
Oni pushes off an throws an elbow but Der Veer Jr leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Oni changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Der Veer Jr fights it off and pushes away nicely.
#T4#
Oni throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Oni misses with a series of wild punches.
Der Veer Jr misses with a takedown #CL#
and Oni counters by moving into the clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#BC#
Oni breaks from the clinch.
Oni cracks a nice hook into Der Veer Jr's ribs.
No luck for Der Veer Jr with that takedown attempt.
Oni tries to counter by clinching up but Der Veer Jr breaks away and moves out of range.
Exeudo Oni has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Van Der Veer Jr.
Oni takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Exeudo Oni dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Oni scores with a jab.
Der Veer Jr takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Oni with a hook.#CL#
Oni forces Der Veer Jr back against the cage and clinches.
Oni just leaning against Der Veer Jr, taking a breather. #BC#
Oni breaks from the clinch.
Der Veer Jr tries for a takedown but Oni circles away easily
and Oni cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Oni fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Oni throws a right and a left that both miss.#CL#
Oni gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#BC#
Oni breaks from the clinch.
Der Veer Jr shoots in for a double leg but Oni sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A punch lands to the side of Der Veer Jr 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Oni is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Der Veer Jr can do to turn this around?#T1#
Oni fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Der Veer Jr takes one to the side of the head.
Oni throws a series of strikes that have Der Veer Jr backpedaling.
#CL#
Oni takes the fight into the clinch.
Oni misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Der Veer Jr.
#TD2#
Der Veer Jr gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Der Veer Jr is breathing heavily.
Oni is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Der Veer Jr wants to take a breather but Oni is having none of it. #T2#
Oni is doing well to control the position and prevent Der Veer Jr from advancing to side control.
Oni on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Oni tries to get out of the position.
Oni is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
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!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Oni is trying to stand back up but Der Veer Jr is controlling him
Oni is trying to get back to full guard.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T3#
Good exchange - Oni coming out on top.#CL#
Oni clinches up against the cage.#BC#
Oni escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#CL#
Oni gets a clinch.
I was talking to Oni's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Der Veer Jr wants a takedown but no success here.
Exeudo Oni has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Van Der Veer Jr.#TD#
Oni decides to pull guard.
Oni tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Der Veer Jr is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Oni has his hands on Der Veer Jr's head, controlling the position. #T4#
Der Veer Jr won't allow Oni to sweep him here.
Oni keeping moving, preventing Der Veer Jr from controlling successfully.
Oni has Der Veer Jr pulled in close to control his posture. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Exeudo Oni dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Der Veer Jr takes one to the side of the head.
#CL#
Oni moves into the clinch.
Der Veer Jr is trying to force a seperation but Oni has the dominant position.
Der Veer Jr tries to pull guard but Oni won't allow it.
A shot in the inside from Oni.
Come on Oni - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
#TD#
Oni successfully pulls guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Der Veer Jr won't allow Oni to sweep him here. #T1#
Der Veer Jr trying to control but Oni is working from the bottom.
Oni looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Der Veer Jr trying to control the position from guard on top but Oni is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Exeudo Oni is winning the standup battle so far.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Der Veer Jr ducks right into an uppercut from Oni. #CL#
Oni moves into the clinch successfully.
#BC#
Oni breaks from the clinch.
Good standup being displayed there by Oni as he connects with a hook.#CL#
Oni closes the distance and clinches.#BC#
Oni escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Van Der Veer Jr is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL#
Oni forces Der Veer Jr back against the cage and clinches.
Oni lands with a light punch inside. #BC#
Oni's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL#
Oni clinches with his opponent.
#T3##BC#
Oni escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#TD#
Oni drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.#ES2#
Der Veer Jr kicks Oni off and gets to his feet.
Oni lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Der Veer Jr circles away quickly and effectively.#CL#
Oni has Der Veer Jr up against the cage in a clinch.
#BC#
Oni pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
Oni clinches with his opponent.
#TD#
Oni gets control of Der Veer Jr's arms and successfully pulls guard. Oni will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Oni has Der Veer Jr pulled in close to control his posture. #T4#
Der Veer Jr wants to control from the top but Oni keeps moving.
Oni has his hands on Der Veer Jr's head, controlling the position.
Oni has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Exeudo Oni is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
This is a sustained period of stalling by Oni.
And that's the end of the fight!
Exeudo Oni showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Oni has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 30:27
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 30:27
Judge Wagner Zegers scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Exeudo Oni!
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Event:
Checkmate Contenders 1
Date: Mar 07, 2020 |
#R1#
Buhlshk chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Buhlshk throws a head kick that misses.
We've been hearing reports that Buhlshk has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Der Veer Jr will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Der Veer Jr takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
#CUT#
It looks like Van Der Veer Jr has been cut.
Some wild striking there from Buhlshk.
Buhlshk lands a brutal head kick. Der Veer Jr looks out on his feet and Buhlshk throws more strikes until the ref is forced to stop the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Kick and Punches). Yuwanah Buhlshk!
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Event:
Checkmate Fight Night 2
Date: Feb 01, 2020 |
#R1##TD#
Der Veer Jr scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Al Thor wants to improve his position but Der Veer Jr is controlling well.
Al Thor is trying to control but can't.
Der Veer Jr controlling the pace.
Al Thor wants to improve his position but Der Veer Jr is controlling well.
Al Thor controlling the position well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Al Thor tries to get to full guard but Der Veer Jr has control of the leg.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Al Thor is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Al Thor wants to control but Der Veer Jr is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T1#
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Al Thor looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Al Thor is looking to improve his position.
Al Thor is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Der Veer Jr's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Der Veer Jr's back!
Der Veer Jr is trying to stand back up. #SUB2#
Al Thor patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?#SUB2#
Al Thor is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Der Veer Jr defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Der Veer Jr is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet. #ES#
Der Veer Jr is looking to stand back up. He's having to work hard to escape but eventually he manages it. #TD2#
Der Veer Jr gets caught flat footed, as Al Thor shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Der Veer Jr wants to stand up but Al Thor is controlling him. #SUB2#
Al Thor has gone for a leg lock! Der Veer Jr slips out almost immediately though and dives into Al Thor's guard.#REVR#
Der Veer Jr content to stall in guard here.
Der Veer Jr is fighting to break Al Thor's control of his arms but Al Thor is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Al Thor trying to control the position.
#T3#
Al Thor is pulling down on Der Veer Jr's head. It's preventing any offense from Der Veer Jr, at least for the moment.
Al Thor not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Al Thor pulls Der Veer Jr in close to his closed guard and prevents Der Veer Jr from doing any damage or advancing position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Al Thor is continuing to stall.
Al Thor trying to keep a closed guard but Der Veer Jr is proving a slippery customer.
#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Al Thor looks to land a right hand but Der Veer Jr moved out of range.
Al Thor darts in looking for a takedown but Der Veer Jr gets double underhooks and turns Al Thor into the cage. #TD#
Der Veer Jr scores with a takedown into Al Thor's guard.
Der Veer Jr controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Van Der Veer Jr dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2##TD#
Der Veer Jr manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Al Thor on his heels. He'll look to pass Al Thor's guard now, I'm sure.
Der Veer Jr controls from within his opponent's guard.
Der Veer Jr has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Al Thor pulls Der Veer Jr in close to his closed guard and prevents Der Veer Jr from doing any damage or advancing position.
Al Thor is trying to keep Der Veer Jr in close.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Al Thor has his hands on Der Veer Jr's head, controlling the position.
Der Veer Jr controls from within his opponent's guard. #T1#
Al Thor working a defensive guard here.
Al Thor is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Der Veer Jr displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Al Thor.
Der Veer Jr slaps away a takedown attempt from Al Thor, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Der Veer Jr leaves Al Thor with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Der Veer Jr appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Van Der Veer Jr has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rand Al Thor.#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.
Al Thor shoots in but Der Veer Jr avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Al Thor is breathing heavily.#TD#
Der Veer Jr manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Al Thor on his heels. He'll look to pass Al Thor's guard now, I'm sure.
Der Veer Jr showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Der Veer Jr has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Der Veer Jr postures up.
Der Veer Jr 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. #T3#
Al Thor trying to control the position.
Al Thor looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD#
Der Veer Jr drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Der Veer Jr being controlled here momentarily.
Der Veer Jr's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Al Thor controls Der Veer Jr momentarily but Der Veer Jr frees himself.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Al Thor holds on and takes a little breather.
The adventures of Al Thor the control monster continue. Boring.
Der Veer Jr is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
Der Veer Jr is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Al Thor can do to turn this around?
Al Thor is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Al Thor shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Der Veer Jr pinned against the cage. Der Veer Jr gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Van Der Veer Jr dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3##TD#
Der Veer Jr looking to score a takedown here. Al Thor is defending well but Der Veer Jr drives through and ends up in Al Thor's guard.
Al Thor looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Der Veer Jr is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Al Thor controlling the position.
Al Thor keeping moving, preventing Der Veer Jr from controlling successfully.
Al Thor is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T1#
Der Veer Jr slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Al Thor is trying to keep Der Veer Jr in close.
#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Al Thor fails to land the takedown.#TD#
Der Veer Jr shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Al Thor manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Der Veer Jr is fighting to break Al Thor's control of his arms but Al Thor is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Al Thor trying to keep a closed guard but Der Veer Jr is proving a slippery customer.
Rand Al Thor has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Al Thor seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Al Thor takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Der Veer Jr controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Al Thor is pulling down on Der Veer Jr's head to control his posture. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Al Thor shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Der Veer Jr but Der Veer Jr pushes him off and we're back to square one.#TD#
Der Veer Jr scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. #T3#
Der Veer Jr content to control rather than advance.
Van Der Veer Jr overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Al Thor moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Al Thor is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Der Veer Jr looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Al Thor is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Der Veer Jr trying to control the position from guard on top but Al Thor is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Al Thor is trying to keep Der Veer Jr in close.
Al Thor is pulling down on Der Veer Jr's head. It's preventing any offense from Der Veer Jr, at least for the moment.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Al Thor tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Der Veer Jr swivels and escapes.
Van Der Veer Jr has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rand Al Thor.
Al Thor darts in trying to clinch#TD#
and Der Veer Jr counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Al Thor working a defensive guard here.
Al Thor being controlled here, momentarily.
And that's the end of the fight!
Van Der Veer Jr showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Der Veer Jr has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Albert Achterberg scores the fight 30:26
Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 30:25
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 30:25
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Van Der Veer Jr!
Rand Al Thor was interviewed post fight and said 'I'll be back!!'.
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Event:
Checkmate Fight Night 1
Date: Jan 05, 2020 |
#R1#
Der Veer Jr looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Der Veer Jr takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Der Veer Jr walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Bauwe swings away with a leg kick that misses.#CL2#
Der Veer Jr fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Bauwe, pushing him back against the cage.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Bauwe working aggressively here.
#TD2#
Der Veer Jr is trying to trip Bauwe. He has hold of a leg but Bauwe is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Der Veer Jr persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
Der Veer Jr stops Bauwe from standing up.
Der Veer Jr passes easily into side control. Nice work.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Der Veer Jr is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Bauwe will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Der Veer Jr tries to advance to mount but can't. #T1#
Der Veer Jr taking a breather here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Der Veer Jr in side control, working for a kimura. He's got hold of an arm and he's torquing it... Bauwe is tapping! That's the end of the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Van Der Veer Jr!
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Event:
TWGC 27 (185lbs, D4): Rio de Janeiro Qu - Round 1
Date: Dec 14, 2019 |
Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Van Der Veer Jr (ranked 5739 p4p, 0 weight class) and Paolo Souza (ranked 4858 p4p, 0 weight class). Van Der Veer Jr has the edge in experience - let's see if he can make that count tonight.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Van Der Veer Jr! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Paolo Souza!
The judges for this bout are Felipe Paraventi, Daniel Cesar and Matheus Silva.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Der Veer Jr gets a double leg takedown into Souza's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Der Veer Jr (2) vs (0) Souza
Der Veer Jr avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Der Veer Jr trying to control the position from guard on top but Souza is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Souza pushes a forearm under Der Veer Jr's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Der Veer Jr is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Paolo Souza! |
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