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Event:
F&BE 18- Battle of Brotherhood
Date: Feb 12, 2020 |
#R1# Wood lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook. Wood throws a series of punches but Gradascevic moves out of range. Gradascevic drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles. Wood doesn't manage to clinch there - Gradascevic circles away.
#TD2# Wood tries to sprawl but Gradascevic drives through with a takedown into half guard. Gradascevic scores with a couple of good hammerfists. Wood wants to get back to full guard. Gradascevic content to control rather than advance. Wood trying to control here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Gradascevic connects with a nice short shot to Wood's temple. This has been an exciting period of action! Wood keeps control of the position for the meantime. Gradascevic looks to score some points with some ground and pound. Gradascevic slips a nice elbow through Wood's hands, connecting with Wood's forehead. Ground and pound from Gradascevic. Gradascevic seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. Gradascevic trying to pass the guard but Wood defending well. Gradascevic is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1##SUB# Wood looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. Wood has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage. Gradascevic lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. Gradascevic working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that. Gradascevic lands strikes from half guard. Gradascevic working Wood over with strikes. Gradascevic tries to stand but his arm is trapped. Wood has hold of Gradascevic's hands but Gradascevic slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow. Gradascevic takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.#SUB# Wood looking for submissions off his back. Wood taking some punishment here, with Gradascevic in his half guard. Gradascevic working the head and body with strikes. Gradascevic is nestled in close to Wood, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure. Wood on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. Wood missing with punches from the bottom.
Wood is refusing to be controlled, as Gradascevic sits in half guard. #T2# Wood trying to control here.
Gradascevic lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. Gradascevic lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. Ground and pound from Gradascevic. Gradascevic looks to score some points with some ground and pound.#SUB# Wood is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Gradascevic pulls his head out easily. Wood taking some punishment here, with Gradascevic in his half guard. #SUB# Wood is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Gradascevic pulls his head out easily. Wood is looking to control Gradascevic's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Wood avoid being mounted? Gradascevic drops an elbow to the side of Wood's head. Gradascevic working over Wood with some ground and pound. Wood looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable. Gradascevic is taking a breather. Wood says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.#T3##SUB# Wood looking for submissions off his back. Nice strikes from Gradascevic there. Wood is refusing to be controlled, as Gradascevic sits in half guard. Wood has hold of Gradascevic's hands but Gradascevic slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#SUB# Wood is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Gradascevic pulls his head out easily. Gradascevic working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that. #SUB2# Gradascevic is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB# Wood is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Gradascevic pulls his head out easily. Gradascevic passes the guard and advances to mount! #T4# Wood is desperately trying to improve his position but Gradascevic has a good base and remains in mount. Gradascevic lands a couple of good shots and Wood has given up his back, trying to escape the position! Gradascevic is landing with strikes from the back. Gradascevic lands punches and elbows. #SUB2# Gradascevic is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Wood tries to roll but Gradascevic sticks to his back.
Gradascevic scores with punches from the back.
Gradascevic is throwing punches to the body, looking to soften Wood up.
Gradascevic is hanging on to Wood's back as he tries to escape.
Gradascevic loading up with punches from the back mount - how long can Wood hold on?
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Wood is trying to remain composed but Gradascevic is hammering down strikes to the side of his head.#ROC2# Wood is rocked! Wood is really stuck here.
Oh Wood is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!! Wood grimaces as he takes a shot to the body. Gradascevic scoring with big shots to the body. Wood is looking for a way out. A despairing look towards the ref and the official steps in to stop the fight. Wood was obviously done but didn't want to tap out.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Husejn Gradascevic!
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Event:
F&BE 17- Lady Of Luchadores
Date: Feb 01, 2020 |
#R1##CL2# Gradascevic moves into the clinch successfully.
Gradascevic swings away with an uppercut that misses.
#TD2# Gradascevic has clasped his hands together around Solis's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done. Gradascevic cracks Solis with a big right hand but Solis just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Solis tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Gradascevic wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. Gradascevic cracks Solis with a big right hand but Solis just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Solis is looking to regain half guard here but Gradascevic keeps moving and retains side control. Gradascevic lands a nice forearm strike. Gradascevic scores with a couple of short elbows. Gradascevic looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Solis is avoiding damage well.
Gradascevic cracks Solis with a big right hand but Solis just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Solis wings away with a couple of strikes but they don't land. An elbow from Gradascevic crashes against the mat.
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! Gradascevic creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Solis sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike. Solis sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#SUB2# Gradascevic is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Solis doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Gradascevic. Solis moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T1# A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Gradascevic accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Gradascevic accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. Gradascevic connects with a couple of short punches. Gradascevic is working Solis over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. Solis looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. Gradascevic wants to control from the top but Solis keeps moving. Gradascevic stands up over Solis, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #ROC2# Solis is rocked! We've been hearing good reports from Solis'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. Gradascevic slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #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. Solis trying to control the position.
Solis is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. Gradascevic with a flurry of punches that miss. Solis keeping moving, preventing Gradascevic from controlling successfully. Solis working a defensive guard here.
Gradascevic chips away with some ground and pound. Oh Solis is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!! Solis trying to keep a closed guard but Gradascevic is proving a slippery customer.
Gradascevic gets to his feet and stands over Solis, holding his ankles. He dives in with a big left hand that connects! Solis felt that one! Gradascevic unloads more punches and elbows and this one is over! The ref has dived in to save Solis from any more punishment!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Husejn Gradascevic!
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Event:
F&BE 15-A Lesson in Violence
Date: Jan 11, 2020 |
#R1# Gradascevic shoots in but doesn't get the takedown and The Money Shot counters with a good, hard body kick but Gradascevic shrugs it off. #TD# Gradascevic gets a takedown into half guard. Gradascevic not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. Gradascevic is controlling the pace.
Gradascevic sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. The Money Shot defending well though. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#ES2# The Money Shot manages to escape and get back to his feet! The Money Shot slaps away a takedown attempt from Gradascevic, before circling back to the center of the mat. The Money Shot misses with a head kick.
Gradascevic attempts a counter takedown but The Money Shot avoids it well and moves away.#CL# Gradascevic has The Money Shot up against the cage in a clinch.
#T1# Gradascevic is trying to drag The Money Shot to the mat but The Money Shot 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 Husejn Gradascevic. That's going to take a lot out of him. A short right from The Money Shot on the inside. The Money Shot can't break the clinch.
The Money Shot gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Gradascevic.
#BC2# The Money Shot breaks the clinch.
Husejn Gradascevic seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD# Gradascevic closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into The Money Shot's guard. Gradascevic working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Gradascevic missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SU# Gradascevic gets to his feet. The Money Shot looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son! #T2# The Money Shot displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Gradascevic. The Money Shot throws a fast counter high kick but Gradascevic manages to duck under it in time. The Money Shot throws a head kick that half lands.
#TD# Gradascevic drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Gradascevic missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. Gradascevic forces his way into half guard. Gradascevic looks to score some points with some ground and pound. Gradascevic trying to mount his opponent but The Money Shot defends it. The Money Shot avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Gradascevic. The Money Shot is looking for a sweep. Gradascevic is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. The Money Shot blocking the ground and pound attempt from Gradascevic. #T3# Gradascevic not landing any meaningful shots this time. Gradascevic missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. The Money Shot tries to roll over but Gradascevic keeps him under control. Gradascevic working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that. Gradascevic landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. The Money Shot really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Gradascevic. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out. Gradascevic throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. Gradascevic works his foot free and advances to mount. The Money Shot in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head. The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult. Gradascevic cracks The Money Shot with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
Gradascevic pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.#T4# Gradascevic is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. The Money Shot can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Gradascevic fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB# Gradascevic moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, The Money Shot has worked his arm free - good work by The Money Shot!
Gradascevic cracks The Money Shot with an elbow. That is naaassty. Sloppy strikes there by Gradascevic.#SU# Gradascevic has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand. Gradascevic fails with the takedown and The Money Shot counters with a lovely straight right hand! Gradascevic tries to score a power double leg takedown but The Money Shot sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Gradascevic somewhat. Despite the aggression on The Money Shot's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Husejn Gradascevic dominated that round. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. #R2# The Money Shot throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Gradascevic gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily enabling The Money Shot to counter with a crisp jab. #TD# Excellent takedown into side control there by Gradascevic. The Money Shot defending against the ground and pound. Gradascevic taking a breather here. Gradascevic working the strikes but The Money Shot uses the opportunity to regain half guard. The Money Shot is staying active underneath Gradascevic, who seems content to just control the action from this position. Gradascevic has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission. Gradascevic throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #T1# Gradascevic trying to control from The Money Shot's half guard. The Money Shot has other ideas though and has regained full guard. #SU# Gradascevic stands and steps away. The Money Shot gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game. Gradascevic with a poor takedown and The Money Shot connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Gradascevic throws a left and a right that both miss
letting The Money Shot counter with a right hand. The Money Shot throws a nice head kick!
Gradascevic throws a nice looking combination but The Money Shot bobs and weaves to avoid any damage. Gradascevic misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Husejn Gradascevic. That's going to take a lot out of him. Gradascevic has his takedown stuffed and The Money Shot counters with a nice uppercut. Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here. The Money Shot scores with a hook to the body. Gradascevic takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. A jab from The Money Shot finds it's way through Gradascevic's defenses. #T2# The Money Shot lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Gradascevic doesn't succeed with the takedown and The Money Shot counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena. The Money Shot lands a head kick. Gradascevic smiles back at him and beckons him forward. #TD# Gradascevic shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Gradascevic showed some decent athleticism there. #ES2# The Money Shot makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work! Gradascevic fails with the takedown and The Money Shot counters with a stiff right hand. The Money Shot tests Gradascevic's chin there with a solid looking shot. The Money Shot lands a head kick. Gradascevic smiles back at him and beckons him forward. #T3# A head kick from The Money Shot lands but Gradascevic takes it in his stride. The Money Shot uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Gradascevic has time to react. Gradascevic has his takedown stuffed and Gradascevic takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Gradascevic tries for a takedown but The Money Shot circles away easily and The Money Shot connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. The Money Shot showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Gradascevic.
The Money Shot is clearly looking to counter with head kicks. The Money Shot connects with a crisp jab. The Money Shot jabs Gradascevic to the body, keeping him at a distance. The Money Shot scores with a shot to the body.
Gradascevic tries for a takedown but The Money Shot circles away easily and The Money Shot counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T4# The Money Shot bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Gradascevic's head backwards. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Gradascevic misses with an attempted mid kick.
The Money Shot unleashes a big counter combination but Gradascevic bobs and weaves and avoids any damage. The Money Shot getting the better of the striking in that exchange. Gradascevic takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
#ROC2# Gradascevic is rocked! Gradascevic throws a wild hook but The Money Shot just manages to duck under it and - ooooh! Gradascevic gets nailed by a brutal uppercut which crumples him back against the cage! The referee jumps in - The Money Shot raises his hands in celebration and walks away!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:29 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Carl The Money Shot! Carl The Money Shot gave a mention to Pit Bull Development in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 02, 2020 |
#R1##TD2# Kokorin shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. Gradascevic might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SU2# Kokorin gets to his feet - Gradascevic follows without any prompting. #TD2# Kokorin shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard. Gradascevic is trying to escape back to his feet but Kokorin uses the scramble to pass into side control.
Gradascevic is trying to get back to half guard. Gradascevic sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard. Gradascevic wants to improve his position but Kokorin is controlling well.
Gradascevic is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment. Kokorin thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Gradascevic's head. Kokorin trying to control from half guard but Gradascevic is working away. Gradascevic wants to improve his position but Kokorin is controlling well.
This has been an exciting period of action! The fighters are battling for position here. Gradascevic manages to regain full guard. Nice work. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1# Gradascevic is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR# Kokorin has hold of Gradascevic's hands but Gradascevic slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow. Kokorin really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Gradascevic. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out. Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Gradascevic in particular looking to stall. Gradascevic landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. Kokorin is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two. Kokorin is trying to maintain the position but Gradascevic is very close to passing his half guard. Gradascevic scoring with strikes to the body and head. Gradascevic perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #SUB# Gradascevic is looking for a kimura but Kokorin is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Gradascevic to get the leverage. Gradascevic working the head and body with strikes. We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Kokorin can do anything to dispel that myth.#SUB2# Kokorin looking for submissions from an awkward position here. The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Gradascevic lands a nice short elbow. Gradascevic seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #T2# Gradascevic winds up and cracks Kokorin with a swinging punch to the side of the head. Kokorin is looking to improve his position.
Kokorin on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. Kokorin tries to roll over but Gradascevic keeps him under control. Gradascevic lands strikes from half guard. This has been an exciting period of action! Kokorin is looking for a sweep. Gradascevic is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB# Gradascevic is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Kokorin defends it well. Kokorin throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
Well, if Gradascevic is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Kokorin wants to control but Gradascevic is keeping busy and won't allow it. The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Gradascevic connects with a nice short shot to Kokorin's temple. #T3# Gradascevic looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Kokorin with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. Gradascevic drops an elbow to the side of Kokorin's head. Kokorin is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Gradascevic scores with a couple of nice shots.#ROC# Kokorin is rocked! Gradascevic has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission. Gradascevic is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. Kokorin is still in real trouble! Can Gradascevic finish him? Gradascevic lands a big elbow from half guard. That looks like it's hurt Kokorin quite badly. Kokorin pulls Gradascevic in close trying to recover. Gradascevic postures up and lands two really hard shots that put Kokorin on queer street! The ref takes a look and decides to call an end to the fight! Possibly an early stoppage but Kokorin doesn't seem to be complaining too much.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Husejn Gradascevic!
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