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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!#TD2#
Drake closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Gilchrist quickly recovers to half guard.
Drake controlling the action here.
We've been hearing good reports from Gilchrist'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.
Drake trying to mount his opponent but Gilchrist defends it.
Gilchrist is concentrating on defense, preventing Drake from advancing position.
Drake takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#SUB#
Gilchrist looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Drake not doing much here.
Drake frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Gilchrist throwing hammer fists to the chest of Drake. What's that going to do exactly?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Drake controlling his opponent.
Gilchrist swinging wildly from the bottom but he's not landing. #SUB2#
Drake has hold of Gilchrist's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Gilchrist manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Gilchrist is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T1#
Drake controlling his opponent.
Drake looking to control but Gilchrist is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Gilchrist is desperately trying to improve his position but Drake has a good base and remains in mount.
Drake trying to control but Gilchrist is having none of it.
Gilchrist tries to lock up and control but Drake gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Gilchrist is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.#SUB2#
Drake quickly switches position and commits to an armbar! It's a big risk for Drake but it's paid off an Gilchrist is forced to tap! Nice work by Drake.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Jake Drake!
Jake Drake seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
BFC HARDCORE 3
Date: Jul 24, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Gilchrist fails with the takedown
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a nice uppercut.
Gilchrist tries to clinch up
enabling Itzpapalotltotec to counter with a crisp jab.
Itzpapalotltotec leaves Gilchrist with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
It seemed like Itzpapalotltotec was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gilchrist misses with a takedown attempt - Itzpapalotltotec sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Itzpapalotltotec throws out a counter right but Gilchrist avoids it with no problem.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sonny Gilchrist. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Gilchrist closes the distance and clinches up with Itzpapalotltotec, looking for a takedown. Gilchrist pushes Itzpapalotltotec against the cage but Itzpapalotltotec circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Itzpapalotltotec looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Sonny Gilchrist seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1##TD#
Itzpapalotltotec gets caught napping as Gilchrist dives in and scores a takedown. Itzpapalotltotec manages to retain guard.
Itzpapalotltotec is controlling Gilchrist's posture.#SUB2#
Itzpapalotltotec working for a triangle but Gilchrist defends it easily.
Our spies down at at ZuccoTraining Ground inform us that Itzpapalotltotec has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Gilchrist stops Itzpapalotltotec from standing up.
Gilchrist content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Itzpapalotltotec seems keen to control Gilchrist's posture.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gilchrist missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Itzpapalotltotec has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Gilchrist can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Itzpapalotltotec is on top in guard.
#REVB##T2##SUB#
Gilchrist looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Itzpapalotltotec is defending well. Gilchrist quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Itzpapalotltotec has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Gilchrist celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Sonny Gilchrist!
Sonny Gilchrist really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Core Combat logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty. |
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Event:
BFC 11: Hammer Vs. Payakaroon
Date: Jun 20, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Gilchrist shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Henry sprawls well. Henry wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Gilchrist gets slowly back to his feet.
Henry swings for the body but Gilchrist moves out of range.
Henry lands a head shot.
Gilchrist uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Henry.
Gilchrist half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#TD#
Gilchrist decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Gilchrist is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Henry is just riding it out for now. Gilchrist eventually gives up the hold.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Gilchrist wants to work for an arm triangle but Henry is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
We've been hearing good reports from Gilchrist'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.
Henry is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Henry is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T1#
Gilchrist passes to side control. #SUB#
Gilchrist is working to tighten his grip on Henry's neck. He's isolated an arm and is working for an arm triangle. Henry has recognised the danger and is trying to turn with the submission but Gilchrist is really squeezing tight and eventually Henry passes out! Gilchrist breaks the hold and jumps onto the cage to celebrate! Submission of the night, I'd say!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Sonny Gilchrist!
After the big win, Sonny Gilchrist made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Core Combat and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.
John Henry spoke after the fight, saying 'Hang down your head John Henry'. |
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Event:
HFC 19 - Qanar vs Vanorden
Date: May 16, 2020 |
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Gilchrist shoots in for a takedown but Shigochiyo shows good takedown defense.
Gilchrist shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Shigochiyo but Shigochiyo pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Gilchrist dives in for a single leg takedown but Shigochiyo sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Teshima Shigochiyo has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sonny Gilchrist.
Shigochiyo swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Gilchrist is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shigochiyo shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Gilchrist's guard.
Shigochiyo wants to control from the top but Gilchrist keeps moving.
Gilchrist has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Shigochiyo can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Gilchrist looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Shigochiyo passes into side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gilchrist looks to move to half guard but instead Shigochiyo has passed into mount! Damn!
Gilchrist is trying desperately to improve position.
Gilchrist regains half guard.
Shigochiyo is trying to work for a kimura but Gilchrist is defending well.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Shigochiyo seems to be looking for submissions.
Gilchrist is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Shigochiyo pulls his head out easily.
Gilchrist trying to control but Shigochiyo postures up.
Shigochiyo passes into side control, despite Gilchrist's attempt to control the position.
Gilchrist tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Shigochiyo is looking to take a break and control but Gilchrist is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Gilchrist seems a little lost for a moment, as Shigochiyo dominates the positioning.
Gilchrist manages to get back to half guard.
Gilchrist looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Shigochiyo is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Gilchrist has managed to free his arm - good work.
Shigochiyo seems to be working for a kimura but Gilchrist defends the submission attempt.
Gilchrist is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
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.
Gilchrist looking for submissions off his back.
Shigochiyo wants to lay and pray for a moment but Gilchrist keeps working.
Gilchrist looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Shigochiyo pushes past his half guard into mount!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Shigochiyo avoids the attempt from Gilchrist to control.
Gilchrist 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.
Shigochiyo swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Gilchrist is now in Shigochiyo's guard. A big mistake from Shigochiyo there, giving up the dominant position!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Teshima Shigochiyo dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
Shigochiyo shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Gilchrist wants to get back to full guard.
Shigochiyo wants to free his trapped foot but Gilchrist is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Gilchrist wants to control but Shigochiyo passes into side.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gilchrist looks to move to half guard but instead Shigochiyo has passed into mount! Damn!
Gilchrist working to try and regain half guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Shigochiyo is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Gilchrist has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Shigochiyo is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Gilchrist can do to turn this around?
Gilchrist is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Gilchrist is still trying to improve position.
Gilchrist tries to hold on but Shigochiyo pushes him away.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Shigochiyo can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Gilchrist is looking to escape.
Gilchrist tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Teshima Shigochiyo overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Shigochiyo looking to control but Gilchrist is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Gilchrist sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Shigochiyo is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Gilchrist has managed to free his arm - good work.
Shigochiyo seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Gilchrist does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Shigochiyo is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Gilchrist is pressing down on Shigochiyo's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Gilchrist has an active guard here but Shigochiyo has managed to pass into half guard.
Gilchrist wants to control but Shigochiyo passes into side.
Gilchrist tries to improve position but can't.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Gilchrist manages to get back to half guard.
Still in half guard, Shigochiyo seems content to control.
Shigochiyo is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Gilchrist is just riding it out for now. Shigochiyo eventually gives up the hold.
Shigochiyo is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Gilchrist looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Teshima Shigochiyo dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
A momentary lapse in concentration from Gilchrist enables Shigochiyo to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Gilchrist manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Gilchrist working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Shigochiyo doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Shigochiyo manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Gilchrist is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shigochiyo drops back looking for a leg! Gilchrist is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Gilchrist manages to kick Shigochiyo off! Shigochiyo jumps back into Gilchrist's guard.
Gilchrist wants to control but Shigochiyo passes easily into half guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Gilchrist looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Gilchrist actively working from the bottom here.
Gilchrist takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Shigochiyo is looking to take a break and control but Gilchrist is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Gilchrist actively working from the bottom here.
Shigochiyo seems to be looking for submissions.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Gilchrist wants to get back to full guard.
Gilchrist looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Shigochiyo pushes past his half guard into mount!
Gilchrist is squirming around, avoiding Shigochiyo's attempts to control the action.
Shigochiyo controlling from mount.
Gilchrist keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Shigochiyo is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Gilchrist to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Gilchrist shrugs it off.
Gilchrist regains half guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Shigochiyo is looking for a kimura here.
Gilchrist looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Gilchrist is defending against the submission attempts here by Shigochiyo.
Shigochiyo is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Gilchrist doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Shigochiyo.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
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.
Shigochiyo is looking for a kimura here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Shigochiyo is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Gilchrist defends it well.
And that's the end of the fight!
Teshima Shigochiyo showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Shigochiyo 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 Gregory Folan scores the fight 30:27
Judge William Peck scores the fight 30:27
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Teshima Shigochiyo!
Teshima Shigochiyo decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
HFC 15 - Rodrigues vs Chomsli
Date: Apr 17, 2020 |
#R1#
Kassib swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kassib fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Kassib throws a lazy head kick #TD2#
and Gilchrist counters with a takedown into side control.
Gilchrist trying to control the action but Kassib is working from the bottom.
Kassib is looking for a sweep.
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#
Gilchrist stands up and beckons Kassib to his feet.
Kassib connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Kassib tries a head kick but it misses.
Badiss Kassib seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Kassib throws a one two combo.
Kassib misses with an uppercut
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Kassib closes the distance looking to clinch #TD2#
and Gilchrist counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Gilchrist tries to free his leg and advance position but Kassib is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Gilchrist postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Kassib is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Gilchrist, into his guard. #REVR##SUB2#
Gilchrist is looking to cinch up a triangle. Kassib throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Gilchrist's body to avoid the submission. Gilchrist has instead reached around Kassib's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Gilchrist arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Sonny Gilchrist!
Sonny Gilchrist made sure to mention his sponsor, Threads of HARDCORE in his post fight interview.
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Event:
HFC Tournament Finals
Date: Mar 20, 2020 |
#R1##CL#
Gilchrist has taken the fight to the clinch.
#TD#
Gilchrist turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Gilchrist manages to end up in side control.
Patterson tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Gilchrist wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Patterson told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
Patterson is not content to let Gilchrist control the position.
Patterson is looking to regain half guard here but Gilchrist keeps moving and retains side control. #SUB#
Gilchrist is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Patterson is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
We've been hearing good reports from Gilchrist'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.
Patterson tries to get back to half guard but can't.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SU#
Gilchrist decides to stand back up. Gilchrist steps back and let's Patterson get back to his feet.#T1##TD#
Gilchrist darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Gilchrist is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Patterson is looking to improve his position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Gilchrist trying to work for an americana but Patterson has managed to regain full guard.
#SUB#
Gilchrist 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. #T2##SUB#
Gilchrist 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.
Gilchrist might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Gilchrist wants to pass the guard but Patterson is keeping the position.
Patterson is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Gilchrist missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Gilchrist trying to stand up but can't free himself from Patterson's guard.#T3#
Gilchrist postures up.
Patterson is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#SUB#
Gilchrist drops back looking for a leg! Patterson is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Patterson manages to kick Gilchrist off! Gilchrist jumps back into Patterson's guard. #SUB#
Gilchrist thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Patterson is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD2#
Patterson shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Gilchrist's guard.#T4#
Patterson passes into half guard. #SUB#
Gilchrist looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Gilchrist won't allow Patterson to pass to mount. #SUB2#
Patterson has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Gilchrist defend it? Patterson steps over the head and cranks it - Gilchrist is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Patterson!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Preston Patterson!
Preston Patterson looked relieved post fight as he said the following; 'I know it's a shame for the 12th ranked fighter in the class to beat the 2nd ranked fighter and moves on to fight for the belt. But greatness and preparation speaks louder than any rankings could. 18 years old proving I belong in this organization every fight. '.
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Event:
Round 2 pt 1
Date: Feb 23, 2020 |
#R1##TD#
Gilchrist closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Patterson quickly recovers to half guard.
Patterson wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Gilchrist in half guard on the top. He's looking for a kimura... He's got it locked and he's managed to free his trapped foot. Patterson tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Gilchrist!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Sonny Gilchrist!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Sonny Gilchrist made sure he mentioned Notorious, along with how happy he was to win his fight.
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Event:
#1 Series 135/145
Date: Feb 16, 2020 |
#R1##TD#
Petrov is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Gilchrist's half guard.#SUB2#
Gilchrist is working on a guillotine. He's managed to get to full guard and he's really squeezing tight! Petrov is tapping! Great win for Gilchrist!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Sonny Gilchrist!
Sonny Gilchrist took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Notorious for their support in the buildup to the fight.
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Event:
HFC - Fight Night 3
Date: Feb 04, 2020 |
#R1##CL2#
Gilchrist tries to keep at a distance but Ryuunosuke has taken the fight into the clinch.
Gilchrist drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
#TD#
Gilchrist has hold of one of Ryuunosuke's legs. Ryuunosuke is fighting the takedown attempt but Gilchrist gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.#SUB2#
Ryuunosuke working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Gilchrist doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Gilchrist manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Ryuunosuke utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Ryuunosuke working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Gilchrist doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Gilchrist manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Ryuunosuke looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Gilchrist passes into side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
You can see the frustration on Ryuunosuke's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB#
Gilchrist is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Ryuunosuke is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #T1##SUB#
Gilchrist tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Gilchrist has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Ryuunosuke tries to improve position but can't. #SUB#
Gilchrist thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Ryuunosuke can't do much from the bottom here. #SUB#
Gilchrist is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Ryuunosuke is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Ryuunosuke tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Gilchrist wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
You can see the frustration on Ryuunosuke's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#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.
Ryuunosuke tries to buck Gilchrist off but Gilchrist is having none of it.
Gilchrist is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Ryuunosuke's shoulder. That is not cool.
Ryuunosuke is trying to control Gilchrist's posture but Gilchrist avoids it.
Ryuunosuke manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!#SUB#
Gilchrist looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Ryuunosuke not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #SUB2#
Ryuunosuke is working for a kimura but Gilchrist is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB2#
Ryuunosuke is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB2#
Ryuunosuke is working for a submission of some sort.
#T3#
Gilchrist makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Gilchrist.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gilchrist looking to control.
#SUB#
Gilchrist escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Ryuunosuke gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Gilchrist working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Ryuunosuke doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Ryuunosuke manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ryuunosuke working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Ryuunosuke scoring with punches to the head and body.
Ryuunosuke is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Ryuunosuke trying to control but Gilchrist is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Ryuunosuke drops back looking for a leg! Gilchrist is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Gilchrist manages to kick Ryuunosuke off! Ryuunosuke jumps back into Gilchrist's guard.
Ryuunosuke in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #SUB#
Gilchrist is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Ryuunosuke pushing down on Gilchrist's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Ryuunosuke is working for a kimura but Gilchrist is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB2#
Gilchrist is defending against the submission attempts here by Ryuunosuke.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Rikuto Ryuunosuke will probably get the nod.
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##CL2#
Ryuunosuke drives through and clinches with Gilchrist against the cage.
#TD2#
Ryuunosuke has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Gilchrist uses from the top position. #SUB2#
Ryuunosuke is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Gilchrist trying to control the position from guard on top but Ryuunosuke is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Ryuunosuke has an active guard here but Gilchrist has managed to pass into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ryuunosuke is trying to control but Gilchrist passes into side control!
Ryuunosuke struggling a bit here.#T1#
Ryuunosuke is looking for a sweep.
Gilchrist working the body and head with strikes.
Ryuunosuke struggling a bit here.#SUB#
Gilchrist is trying to get an arm triangle but Ryuunosuke is defending well.
We've been hearing good reports from Gilchrist'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#
Gilchrist working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Ryuunosuke tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T2#
Ryuunosuke manages to get back to half guard.
Ryuunosuke manages to get to full guard.
Gilchrist with a flurry of punches that miss. #SUB2#
Ryuunosuke is looking for a triangle here but Gilchrist uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Ryuunosuke can't do much from the bottom here.
Gilchrist lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Ryuunosuke down.
#SUB#
Gilchrist looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #T3#
Ryuunosuke is trying to control Gilchrist's posture but Gilchrist avoids it.
Ryuunosuke sneaks back into half guard.
Ryuunosuke gets full guard.#SUB2#
Ryuunosuke is looking for a triangle but Gilchrist pushes his legs off easily.
Ryuunosuke keeping moving, preventing Gilchrist from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Gilchrist drops back looking for a leg! Ryuunosuke is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Ryuunosuke manages to kick Gilchrist off! Gilchrist jumps back into Ryuunosuke's guard.
Gilchrist pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ryuunosuke is keeping the position for now. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB2#
Ryuunosuke is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Gilchrist is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Gilchrist is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Ryuunosuke is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Ryuunosuke has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB#
Ryuunosuke content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Gilchrist keeping full guard, as Ryuunosuke tries to pass.
Ryuunosuke working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ryuunosuke throws a big elbow that misses.
Ryuunosuke forces his way into half guard.
Ryuunosuke missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Rikuto Ryuunosuke 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##CL2#
Ryuunosuke rushes Gilchrist and presses him up against the cage.
Gilchrist tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Ryuunosuke just stands there and leans against the cage.#TD2#
Ryuunosuke jumps guard and drags Gilchrist to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Gilchrist working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #SUB2#
Ryuunosuke working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Gilchrist has passed into half guard!
#SUB#
Gilchrist is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Ryuunosuke sees it coming and defends easily.
Ryuunosuke slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Ryuunosuke is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Gilchrist is aware though and is defending well.
Ryuunosuke can't keep his opponent in guard - Gilchrist advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #SUB#
Gilchrist seems to be looking for submissions.
#T1##SUB2#
Ryuunosuke looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Ryuunosuke looking for subs from the bottom but Gilchrist mounts him!
Ryuunosuke takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Ryuunosuke regains half guard.
Ryuunosuke gets back to full guard.
#SUB2#
Ryuunosuke has his foot on Gilchrist's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Gilchrist works his way back into a safe position though.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Ryuunosuke is on top in guard.
#REVB##SUB#
Gilchrist is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Ryuunosuke defends well.#T2##SUB2#
Ryuunosuke drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Ryuunosuke jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB#
Gilchrist is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Ryuunosuke wants to pass the guard but Gilchrist is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Ryuunosuke has gone for a leg lock! Gilchrist slips out almost immediately though and dives into Ryuunosuke's guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Ryuunosuke is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Gilchrist is aware though and is defending well.
Gilchrist trying to control the position from guard on top but Ryuunosuke is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3##SUB2#
Ryuunosuke throws his legs up looking for a submission but Gilchrist uses it to pass to side control.
Gilchrist working away.#SUB#
Gilchrist tries for a kimura but Ryuunosuke is defending well.
Ryuunosuke wants to get back to his feet.
Ryuunosuke is looking to regain half guard here but Gilchrist keeps moving and retains side control. #SUB#
Gilchrist tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Gilchrist has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB#
Gilchrist looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #T4#
Ryuunosuke wants to control but Gilchrist postures up.
Gilchrist lands some shots froms side control.
Ryuunosuke gets back to half guard.#SUB2#
Ryuunosuke looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Ryuunosuke is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Gilchrist pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Ryuunosuke looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but Sonny Gilchrist did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
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#
No luck with that takedown attempt from Gilchrist.
Gilchrist shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Ryuunosuke defends it nicely.
Ryuunosuke throws a body kick despite being completely out of range#TD#
and Gilchrist counters with a single leg into guard. Ryuunosuke didn't expect that.
Ryuunosuke keeping moving, preventing Gilchrist from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Gilchrist drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Gilchrist jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Ryuunosuke looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Gilchrist missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #SUB2#
Ryuunosuke working for submissions but it's allowed Gilchrist to get to half guard.
#T1#
Gilchrist is thwarting Ryuunosuke's attempts to control the position.#SUB#
Gilchrist is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Ryuunosuke is just riding it out for now. Gilchrist eventually gives up the hold.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.#SUB2#
Ryuunosuke with the active half guard here but Gilchrist passes nicely into side control.#SUB#
Gilchrist tries for a kimura but Ryuunosuke is defending well. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
You can see the frustration on Ryuunosuke's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Ryuunosuke tries to improve position but can't. #SUB#
Gilchrist thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Ryuunosuke manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!#SUB2#
Ryuunosuke is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB2#
Ryuunosuke is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Gilchrist is just riding it out for now. Ryuunosuke eventually gives up the hold. #T3##SUB#
Gilchrist looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Ryuunosuke seems to be working for a kimura but Gilchrist defends the submission attempt.
Gilchrist is refusing to be controlled, as Ryuunosuke sits in half guard.
Gilchrist missing with punches from the bottom.
Gilchrist is trying to control but can't.
#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB2#
Ryuunosuke is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Gilchrist defends it well. #SUB2#
Ryuunosuke is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Ryuunosuke wants to lay and pray for a moment but Gilchrist keeps working.
Ryuunosuke sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Gilchrist defending well though. #SUB2#
Ryuunosuke is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Gilchrist looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Rikuto Ryuunosuke dominated that fourth 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. This is the final round!
#R5#
Ryuunosuke tries to clinch up.
Gilchrist drops down looking for a counter takedown but Ryuunosuke sprawls and moves away.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#TD2#
Ryuunosuke pulls guard successfully.
Ryuunosuke keeping moving, preventing Gilchrist from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Ryuunosuke escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Gilchrist gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Gilchrist has gone for a leg lock! Ryuunosuke slips out almost immediately though and dives into Gilchrist's guard.#REVB#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Gilchrist working for a triangle but Ryuunosuke defends it easily.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.#SUB#
Gilchrist is looking for a triangle but Ryuunosuke pushes his legs off easily.
#T1#
Ryuunosuke trying to control but Gilchrist is working from the bottom.
Ryuunosuke trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #SUB#
Gilchrist is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Ryuunosuke postures up in Gilchrist's guard and throws a big left but Gilchrist blocks it.
Ryuunosuke throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Gilchrist works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #SUB#
Gilchrist escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Ryuunosuke gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Gilchrist preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Ryuunosuke controlling from the top position.
Gilchrist controls Ryuunosuke momentarily but Ryuunosuke frees himself.
Ryuunosuke with a flurry of punches that miss. #SUB2#
Ryuunosuke 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.
Ryuunosuke trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Ryuunosuke drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Ryuunosuke jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Ryuunosuke not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #SUB#
Gilchrist has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Ryuunosuke can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T3#
Gilchrist can't keep his opponent in guard - Ryuunosuke advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #SUB#
Gilchrist looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Ryuunosuke is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB2#
Ryuunosuke seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
Ryuunosuke is trying to work for a kimura but Gilchrist is defending well.
#T4##SUB2#
Ryuunosuke looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Ryuunosuke is thwarting Gilchrist's attempts to control the position.#SUB2#
Ryuunosuke is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Gilchrist sees it coming and defends easily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Gilchrist is trying to get back to full guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rikuto Ryuunosuke comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Ryuunosuke 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge David Schapiro scores the fight 46:49
Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight 46:49
Judge Joseph Jones scores the fight 46:49
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Rikuto Ryuunosuke!
Rikuto Ryuunosuke is the new featherweight champion!
In his post fight interview, Rikuto Ryuunosuke started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
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Event:
HFC - Fight Night 1
Date: Jan 22, 2020 |
#R1#
Gilchrist avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Pettis throws a left and a right that both miss
#TD#
and Gilchrist counters with a takedown into side control.
Pettis is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Gilchrist has just dragged him back down to the mat.#SUB#
Gilchrist has hold of Pettis's arm here. He's working for an Americana. It looks like he might have it! Pettis tries to escape but he's just digging himself in deeper - Gilchrist cranks the arm and Pettis screams in pain! The ref makes a decision and ends the fight before the tap - no complains from Pettis, who is just happy to have his arm attached to his body.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Sonny Gilchrist!
Sonny Gilchrist really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Notorious logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.
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Event:
Core Combat V
Date: Jan 12, 2020 |
#R1##TD2#
Petrov closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Gilchrist to the mat! Gilchrist manages to get full guard. #ES#
Gilchrist has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Petrov has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.#TD2#
Petrov gets a trip takedown into half guard.
Petrov takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Gilchrist regains full guard. Nicely done.
Petrov postures up and lands a big shot to Gilchrist's brow.
Petrov throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Gilchrist works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Petrov must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Gilchrist has his foot on Petrov's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Petrov works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Gilchrist has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Petrov should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Gilchrist has tightened it up now! Petrov 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 0:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Sonny Gilchrist!
A victorious Sonny Gilchrist thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
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Event:
Core Combat II
Date: Dec 10, 2019 |
#R1#
Gilchrist tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Drago Jr counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Gilchrist shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Drago Jr as he avoids it easily.
Drago Jr appears to be looking for a big counter.#TD2#
Drago Jr gets caught napping as Gilchrist dives in and scores a takedown. Drago Jr manages to retain guard.
Gilchrist trying to stand up but can't free himself from Drago Jr's guard.
Drago Jr keeping moving, preventing Gilchrist from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gilchrist preventing the sweep.
Gilchrist trying to control the position from guard on top but Drago Jr is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1##SUB2#
Gilchrist 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.
Drago Jr knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Gilchrist on the ground.#SUB2#
Gilchrist drops back for a leg here. A bit of a high risk move... He's looking for a kneebar by the looks of things. Now both of them are looking for submissions. Gilchrist seems to have locked his on tight now - Drago Jr screams in pain and taps out furiously! It certainly was a high risk move but it's paid off for Gilchrist, as he picks up the win!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Sonny Gilchrist!
Sonny Gilchrist seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 12, 2019 |
#R1#
Gilchrist leaves Blake with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Gilchrist appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.#TD2#
Gilchrist throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Blake was covering up waiting for the punch and Gilchrist finishes the takedown easily into guard. #SUB2#
Gilchrist drops back for a leg here. A bit of a high risk move... He's looking for a kneebar by the looks of things. Now both of them are looking for submissions. Gilchrist seems to have locked his on tight now - Blake screams in pain and taps out furiously! It certainly was a high risk move but it's paid off for Gilchrist, as he picks up the win!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Sonny Gilchrist!
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