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Event:
GDL 52: Fist vs Joukani
Date: Aug 08, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Cass closes the distance and clinches up with Hayes, looking for a takedown. Cass pushes Hayes against the cage but Hayes circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
We've been informed that Cass has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.#CL2#
Hayes gets tackled into the cage by Cass. Cass maintains the clinch.
Hayes using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Cass has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Hayes lands a body punch in the clinch.
Cass is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Cass drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Hayes gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Hayes is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Cass is defending well for now.
Hayes misses with a knee strike.
Hayes tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Cass avoids it.
Cass blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cass blocks an elbow strike.
Hayes throws a knee to the head but misses.
Still in the clinch, Hayes scores with a nice short uppercut.
Cass has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Hayes avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Mathew Hayes has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jacob Cass.
Hayes displaying some good clinch control by pressing Cass up against the cage.
Cass doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
#T1#
Hayes lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Cass or not.
Cass changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Hayes fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Cass tries to clinch but Hayes is having none of it.
Cass fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Hayes looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Cass rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Hayes moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Cass moves to clinch but Hayes breaks away
and Hayes counters with a stiff right hand.
Hayes digs a good hook to Cass's body.
Cass tries to clinch up but Hayes circles away and keeps his distance.
Cass misses with a takedown attempt - Hayes sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#T2#
Hayes uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Hayes's jab looks to have found its range, popping Cass under the eye.
Cass moves in looking to clinch but Hayes pushes him off.
Hayes throws a shot to the body.
Jacob Cass seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A shot to the liver by Hayes. Beautiful body shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hayes clobbers Cass with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
A jab from Hayes finds it's way through Cass's defenses.
Cass tries to score a power double leg takedown but Hayes sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Cass somewhat.#T3#
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Cass.
Cass tries for a takedown but Hayes sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Cass fails with an attempt to clinch.
Cass shoots in but no luck this time.
Cass is looking to clinch.
Hayes thuds his right hand into Cass's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Hayes with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Cass with a poor takedown
and Hayes counters with a three punch combo that has Cass backing up. Cass nods at Hayes to acknowledge the strikes.
Hayes scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Hayes throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Cass fails with an attempt to clinch.
Cass has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Cass there as he acknowledges the shot.#T4#
Cass changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Hayes tries to avoid it but Cass manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Hayes to the ground. Hayes escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Cass fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Hayes connects with a good right hand that stumbles Cass. Cass circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Hayes scores with a jab. Cass acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Hayes scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.#ROC#Cass is rocked!
Cass fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Cass looks for a takedown but Hayes sprawls well.
Hayes throwing a counter right hand but Cass manages to avoid it.#KD#
Hayes feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Cass sprawling to the canvas! Cass rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Hayes finish him?!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mathew Hayes dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Hayes jabs at Cass's body.
Hayes scores with a nice right hand.
Cass is still on wobbly legs! Can Hayes finish him?
Cass tries a head kick but it misses.
Cass seems to have recovered his senses.
Cass shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Hayes but Hayes pushes him off and we're back to square one.#CL2#
Hayes gets tackled into the cage by Cass. Cass maintains the clinch.
Hayes slows down the pace here.
Hayes is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Cass can do to turn this around?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hayes with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Hayes controlling the action here for a moment.
Hayes scores with an uppercut up the middle.#T1#
Hayes tries to work over Cass's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Hayes avoiding damage.
Hayes with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Hayes avoiding damage.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Cass.
Stalling in the clinch from Hayes.
Hayes looking to throw knees to the head but Cass is blocking nicely.
Hayes digs a right hand underneath Cass's ribcage. Cass let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Hayes creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Cass has Hayes pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Hayes manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Cass avoids the elbow strike from Hayes, against the cage.
Cass avoiding damage as Hayes throws knees to the body.
Hayes working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#T2#
Cass is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Cass is trying to maintain a safe position but Hayes gets an underhook and turns Cass into the cage.
Hayes tries to throw a body punch but Cass avoids it by throwing Hayes back against the cage.
Cass managing to block the knees to the body from Hayes.
Cass blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Cass has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Cass tries to break the clinch but Hayes is controlling the position.
Hayes is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Cass has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Hayes is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Mathew Hayes has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jacob Cass.
Cass tries for a takedown. No joy.
Hayes misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Cass.
Cass can't break the clinch.
Mathew Hayes has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Cass is trying to force a seperation but Hayes has the dominant position.
Cass fails to pull guard.
#T3#
Hayes lands an elbow that stopped Cass in his tracks for a moment.
Cass looking to slow down the pace here.
Hayes gets underhooks to prevent Cass's takedown attempt.
Hayes misses with a punch to the body.
Hayes lands a shot to the body.
Hayes manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Hayes tries a knee to the head but Cass blocks it.
A nice right hand lands inside from Hayes.
A right hook to the body lands for Hayes.
Hayes lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Hayes throws an elbow but it misses.
Hayes unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Cass is breathing heavily.
Hayes misses with a knee strike.
#T4#
Hayes lands an uppercut.
Hayes lands a body punch.
Cass tries to pull guard but Hayes holds him up against the cage and eventually Cass drops back down to his feet.
Hayes is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Cass is defending well for now.
Cass is trying to break the clinch but Hayes has him pressed against the cage.
Hayes lands with a short head shot on the inside.
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!
Hayes tries to land knees in the clinch but Cass avoids the damage to the body.
Cass managing to block the knees to the body from Hayes.
Hayes slows down the pace here.
Hayes lands a hook to the side of the head.
Hayes works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Hayes throws a knee to the head but misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mathew Hayes dominated that second round.
That's time! Hayes's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Cass walks into a left hand.
Cass closes the distance looking to clinch
and Hayes counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Hayes lands a really nice looking cross but Cass seems unphased.
Hayes lands with a good body shot.
Cass walks into a stiff left hand from Hayes.
Hayes throws a monster overhand right that drops Cass! Hayes follows up with more strikes from mount and the fight is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:44 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mathew Hayes! |
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Event:
GDL 45: Wright vs Striker
Date: Jul 04, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#CL#
Cass moves into the clinch.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.#TD#
Cass manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Grapple throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #SUB#
Cass has his foot on Grapple's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Grapple works his way back into a safe position though.
Grapple controlling from the top position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Grapple is looking to work some ground and pound but Cass has wrist control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Grapple postures up and lands a big shot to Cass's brow.
Grapple advances to half guard.
Grapple seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #SUB2#
Grapple wants to work for an arm triangle but Cass is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Cass really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#T1##SUB2#
Grapple is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Cass knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Grapple on the ground.#SUB2#
Grapple is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Cass sees it coming and defends easily.
Grapple is looking to take a break and control but Cass is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Cass on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. #SUB2#
Grapple is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Cass tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land. #T2##SUB2#
Grapple is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Cass doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Grapple.
Still in half guard, Grapple seems content to control.
Grapple is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #SUB2#
Grapple is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Cass is just riding it out for now. Grapple eventually gives up the hold.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Grapple lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Grapple landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #T3#
Grapple content to control rather than advance.
Grapple drops an elbow to the side of Cass's head.
Grapple lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Grapple wants to lay and pray for a moment but Cass keeps working.
Grapple slips a nice elbow through Cass's hands, connecting with Cass's forehead.#SUB2#
Grapple is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Grapple is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Cass has managed to free his arm - good work.
Cass trying to control but Grapple postures up.
Cass looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.#T4#
Grapple is taking a breather. Cass 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.
Cass trying to control but Grapple postures up.
#SUB2#
Grapple seems to be working for a kimura but Cass defends the submission attempt.
Grapple is trying to control the action in half guard but Cass is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Grapple seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #SUB2#
Grapple is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Grapple works his way into side control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Snapple Grapple dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Grapple throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Cass sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Grapple doesn't manage to clinch there - Cass circles away.
A swing and a miss from Grapple.
Cass wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Grapple enables Cass to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Grapple manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Grapple is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Cass trying to stand up but can't free himself from Grapple's guard.#SUB2#
Cass got a little sloppy there for a moment and Grapple has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Cass has managed to get both his arms back between Grapple's legs - danger averted.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Grapple is controlling Cass's posture.#SUB2#
Grapple looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#T1##SUB2#
Cass is posturing up here but Grapple has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Cass tries to roll out but it's too tight and Cass has to tap! Slick submission there by Grapple!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:19 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Snapple Grapple! |
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Event:
GDL 37: Sitsongrit vs Poika
Date: May 30, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Jammy leaves Cass with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Jammy throws a big counter combination but Cass scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Cass fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Jammy misses with a few strikes there.
Cass throws a right and a left that Jammy avoids nicely.
Jammy went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Jacob Cass seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Cass is trying hard to land a takedown here. Jammy sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Jam Jammy has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jacob Cass.
Cass looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Jammy is fending him off so far but Cass persists. Nope, Jammy circles away and we're back to standing.
Cass tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Jammy went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jammy connects with a high kick.
Jammy seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Cass changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Jammy tries to score a power double leg takedown but Cass sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Jammy somewhat.#T1#
Cass tries to clinch but Jammy moves out of range.
Cass stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Cass wants it to stay on the feet.
A combination from Jammy does no damage.
Jammy stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Jammy wants it to stay on the feet.
Cass fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Jammy feinted with a counter takedown.
Cass throws a low kick but Jammy moves out of range easily.
Jammy is looking to clinch. #TD#
Jammy dives in and scores a takedown into Cass's guard.
Jammy sitting in guard, not really doing much. #SUB2#
Cass working for a triangle but Jammy defends it easily.
#T2#
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Jammy's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Jammy throws a big elbow that misses.
Cass trying to strike off his back.
Cass keeping moving, preventing Jammy from controlling successfully.
Cass is looking to stand up but Jammy isn't so interested in that idea.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Cass keeping moving, preventing Jammy from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Cass is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Jammy defends well.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Cass throws a wild body kick that Jammy sees coming a mile off.
No luck for Jammy with that takedown attempt. #CL2#
Cass rushes Jammy and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Cass is pressed up against the cage. Jammy has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Cass down to the mat. Cass avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Cass.#T4##CL2#
Cass closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Jammy is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Cass to keep the fight standing.
Jammy prevents the takedown attempt.
Jammy jumps guard but Cass turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Jammy tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Cass smiles and moves away.
Cass shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Jammy sprawls well. Jammy wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Cass gets slowly back to his feet.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Nice sprawl there from Jammy as Cass shoots in.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jam Jammy dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Cass takes one to the side of the head.
#CL2#
Cass clinches.
Jammy really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Jammy goes for a takedown in the clinch but Cass prevents it.
#BC2#
Cass manages to break the clinch.
Cass is looking to clinch.
Cass throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Jammy changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Cass shoots in but no luck this time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jammy throws a half hearted mid kick.
Cass steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Jammy.
Cass shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Jammy as he avoids it easily. #CL2#
Cass gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#BC#
Jammy manages to break the clinch.
#T1#
Horrible takedown attempt by Cass or perhaps it was just good defense by Jammy, which made it look bad.
Jam Jammy has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jacob Cass.
Cass is breathing heavily.
Jammy explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Cass defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Jammy.
Cass lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Cass dives in and grabs Jammy's left leg, looking for a takedown. Jammy pushes down on Cass's head and hops out.
Cass goes for a double leg but Jammy avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Jammy continues to drive forward.
Jammy swats away the attempt to clinch by Cass.
Nice takedown defense from Jammy. No joy for Cass on that attempt.
Jam Jammy is winning the standup battle so far.#T2#
Jammy keeps Cass at a distance using the push kick.
Jammy tries to score a power double leg takedown but Cass sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Jammy somewhat.
Cass throws a counter combo.
A clash of legs there as Jammy blocks the low kick.
Jammy tries to counter by clinching up but Cass breaks away and moves out of range.
Cass throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Jammy's waist but Jammy gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Cass off to one side.
Cass tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Cass shoots for a double leg takedown but Jammy sprawls well. He's pushed Cass's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Jammy shoots for a double leg takedown but Cass sprawls well. He's pushed Jammy's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Jammy lands a nice looking kick to the body. Cass takes a step back to recover. #T3#
Cass tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Jammy manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Jammy looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Jam Jammy is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Cass tries to close the distance and clinch but Jammy swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Jammy thinks about countering with a head kick.
Jammy stuffs the takedown attempt from Cass. Cass gets slowly back to his feet.
Jammy fails with a takedown attempt.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Jammy is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Cass can do to turn this around?
Jammy throws a right and a left that Cass avoids nicely.
Cass throws a counter combo.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Jammy. Cass shrugs it off though. #T4#
Cass tries to clinch but Jammy moves out of range.
Cass tries to clinch but Jammy is having none of it.
Jammy tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Cass defends well and Jammy ends up having to push Cass into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Jammy looks for a takedown but Cass sprawls well.
Cass shoots in but Jammy avoids the takedown attempt easily.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
A left lands for Jammy.
Cass misses with a jab, cross combination.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jam Jammy dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Jammy feints a jab promting Cass to slip. Jammy then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Cass slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
We've been informed that Cass has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Cass jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Jammy throws a nice looking combination but Cass bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Cass fails to land with a series of punches.
Jammy throws a quick counter kick to the body but Cass avoids it.
Cass sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Cass fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Jammy drops down looking for a counter takedown but Cass sprawls and moves away.
Cass fails with an attempt to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cass shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Jammy pinned against the cage. Jammy gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
As Cass looks to move away, Jammy throws a big counter combo but Cass just gets out of the way.
Cass takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Cass shoots in for a double leg but Jammy sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.#T1#
Cass shoots in but Jammy avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Jam Jammy has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jacob Cass.
Jammy keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Cass takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Cass swats away the attempt to clinch by Jammy.
Jammy pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Cass wants to counter the offense by Jammy and move into the clinch position.
Jammy fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.#T2#
Jammy swats away the attempt to clinch by Cass.
Jammy throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Cass.
Jammy tries a head kick but it misses.
Cass wants to clinch.
Cass fails with a takedown attempt.#T3#
Cass goes for a double leg but Jammy avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Jammy continues to drive forward.
Jammy is looking to clinch but Cass is avoiding it.
#CL#
Jammy gets a clinch. #BC#
Jammy breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Cass swinging wildly here.
Jammy feinted with a counter takedown.
Cass stuffs the takedown attempt from Jammy. Jammy gets slowly back to his feet.
Cass tries for a takedown but Jammy sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Jammy tries to clinch there but Cass circles away.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Jammy here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.#T4##CL2#
Cass moves into the clinch successfully.
Cass fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Cass can't get the takedown.
#BC#
Jammy breaks from the clinch.
#CL#
Jammy closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #BC#
Jammy escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Cass looks for a takedown but Jammy sprawls well.
Jammy is trying hard to land a takedown here. Cass sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
No luck for Cass with that takedown attempt.
A counter left hand to the body from Jammy misses its target.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jam Jammy showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Jammy, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. 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 Robert Twigg scores the fight 30:27
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 30:27
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jam Jammy!
Jam Jammy was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed. |
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Event:
GDL 30: Graindo vs Byczkiewicz
Date: May 03, 2020 |
#R1#
Cass fails with the takedown
and Ahmad cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Cass fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Ahmad on the side of the head.
Ahmad scores with a body shot.
Ahmad should think about turning a few of those tyres round his middle into muscle if he wants people to take him seriously as an athlete.
Ahmad looks to land a combination. Cass sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Cass misses with a series of wild punches.
Jacob Cass seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
No joy there for Ahmad, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Cass fails with a takedown attempt.
Cass doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Ahmad counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jacob Cass. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Cass throws a combination that misses
and Ahmad cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T1#
Ahmad comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Cass goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. #CL#
Cass clinches with his opponent.
Ahmad has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Ahmad is looking to break free of the clinch but Cass has double underhooks.
Cass tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Ahmad avoids it.
Ahmad looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#BC#
Cass breaks the clinch.
Cass takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.#CL#
Cass instigates a clinch. #TD#
Cass jumps guard.
Cass has control of Ahmad's left arm, preventing Ahmad from doing any damage.
Ahmad wants to stand and escape but instead Cass has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVR#
Cass looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Ahmad really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Cass. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#T2#
Cass prevents Ahmad from getting back to his feet.
Ahmad is wriggling around but Cass manages to pass to half guard.
Cass keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Ahmad wants to get back to his feet.
Cass slows the pace down in half guard. #SUB#
Cass is working for a submission of some sort.
Cass performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T3#
Ahmad is looking to get back to is feet but Cass passes into side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ahmad takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Ahmad is pushing Cass's head away, looking to escape. Cass manages to hold on to the position though.
A lull in the action here.
Cass'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.
Cass advances to mount. #T4#
Cass working Ahmad over with strikes here.
Cass lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Ahmad hang on?
Ahmad is trying to get back to his feet but can't.
Cass punishing his opponent with strikes. #SUB#
Cass has hold of Ahmad's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Ahmad manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Ahmad is not a happy chappy… he wants out of there.
Cass content just to control the position here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jacob Cass dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Cass shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Ahmad as he avoids it easily.
Jacob Cass is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Ahmad moves out of range of the strikes.
Nice takedown defense from Ahmad. No joy for Cass on that attempt.
Ahmad works over Cass's head and body with a nice combination.
Cass tries for a takedown but Ahmad circles away easily
and Ahmad counters with a two punch combo.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jacob Cass. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL#
Cass rushes Ahmad and presses him up against the cage.#BC#
Cass manages to break the clinch.
Ahmad scores with a three punch combo!
Cass takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ahmad will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
#CL#
Cass has Ahmad up against the cage in a clinch.
#T1##TD#
Cass drags the fight down to the ground.
Ahmad wants to stand but Cass has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Ahmad must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Cass manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Ahmad manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Cass stops Ahmad from standing up. #SU#
Cass stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Cass really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Cass misses with a takedown attempt
and Ahmad counters with a two punch combo. #T2#
Cass with a lazy takedown attempt
and Ahmad counters with a right hand to the body.
Ahmad will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Ahmad throws a right and a left that Cass avoids nicely.
Cass dives in and grabs Ahmad's left leg, looking for a takedown. Ahmad pushes down on Cass's head and hops out.
Ahmad fails to land with a series of punches.
Cass is looking for a counter combo.
Horrible takedown attempt by Cass or perhaps it was just good defense by Ahmad, which made it look bad.
A countering left hand to the body from Ahmad misses.
Ahmad lands a lovely overhand right.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A combination from Ahmad does no damage. #T3#
Cass will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Ahmad let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Ahmad lands with a right hand.
Ahmad uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Cass closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Fathy Ahmad is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Cass has his takedown stuffed
and Ahmad makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Ahmad avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Cass closes the distance and clinches up with Ahmad, looking for a takedown. Cass pushes Ahmad against the cage but Ahmad circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Cass shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Ahmad as he jumps to the side.
Cass avoids a low kick by using good footwork.#T4#
Ahmad keeps the fight on the outside.#CL#
Cass gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Cass is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Ahmad is defending well.#BC#
Cass breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Ahmad. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.
Cass throws a sloppy head kick
letting Ahmad counter with a right hand.
Ahmad throws a one two combo.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ahmad moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Ahmad connects with a single shot there.
Cass closes this distance looking for a takedown but Ahmad circles away.
Ahmad lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook. #CL#
Cass pushes Ahmad up against the cage in a clinch.
Ahmad wants to break free but Cass has control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Fathy Ahmad showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
Cass misses with a takedown attempt
and Ahmad counters with a stiff right hand.
Cass is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Ahmad.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Cass.
Cass wants to clinch but Ahmad slips to the side
and Ahmad counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
A clash of legs there as Ahmad blocks the low kick.
Ahmad is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Ahmad takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Ahmad throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ahmad throws a leg kick but Cass sees it coming and checks it nicely. #CL#
Cass closes the distance and clinches.#TD#
Cass manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#SUB#
Cass throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#T1#
Ahmad wants to stand but Cass is controlling his posture from full guard.
Ahmad is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
Cass doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
Cass looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ahmad is one step ahead there.
Ahmad trying to stand up but can't free himself from Cass's guard.
Jacob Cass overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Ahmad tries to bum rush Cass with a series of wild strikes but Cass uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Cass doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Ahmad counters with a left to the body.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jacob Cass. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ahmad's jab looks to have found its range, popping Cass under the eye.
Cass with a poor takedown
and Ahmad counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CL#
Cass clinches up with Ahmad and pushes him back against the cage.
Cass looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Ahmad is trying to force a seperation but Cass has the dominant position.
Ahmad working hard to break the clinch.#TD#
Cass ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Cass no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Ahmad wants to get up but he can't break Cass's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Ahmad has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T3#
Cass is adopting a defensive guard.
Ahmad tries to stand but Cass is controlling from the bottom. #ES#
Cass has his feet on Ahmad's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Cass has his takedown stuffed
and Ahmad counters with a straight right hand.
Cass fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Ahmad throws a series of strikes that have Cass backpedaling.
#T4#
Ahmad scores with a one two! Cass had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Ahmad keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Ahmad stuns Cass with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Ahmad connects with a body shot.
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!#CL#
Cass moves into the clinch.#BC#
Cass manages to break the clinch.
#CL#
Cass moves into range and clinches up with Ahmad.
Cass looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Ahmad tries to circle away but Cass has him pinned against the cage.
And that's the end of the fight!
Fathy Ahmad comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Ahmad has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 28:29
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 28:29
Judge George Francis scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Fathy Ahmad!
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Event:
Dominance VII
Date: Mar 17, 2020 |
#R1#
Cass shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Timurovich as he jumps to the side.
Timurovich looks exhausted already! Oh dear, he should have come in in better shape than this!
Cass scores with a one two! Timurovich had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Cass dives in and grabs Timurovich's left leg, looking for a takedown. Timurovich pushes down on Cass's head and hops out.
As Cass looks to move away, Timurovich throws a big counter combo but Cass just gets out of the way.
Timurovich shoots in for a takedown but Cass shows good takedown defense. #TD#
Timurovich drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Cass throws an elbow to the body but it doesn't land.
You can see the frustration on Cass's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T1#
Cass tries to control but Timurovich manages to take his back.
Timurovich seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Timurovich's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
You can see the frustration on Cass's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Timurovich trying to control momentarily.
Timurovich avoiding Cass 's attempts to control his hands.
Timurovich controls the position.#T2#
Timurovich lands with a hammerfist to the side of Cass's head.
Cass tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Cass is trying to stand.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Cass working to try and regain half guard.
#SUB#
Timurovich jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Cass is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Cass and Timurovich has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Cass is trying to get back to half guard.
Cass is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#T3#
Cass keeps trying to improve his position.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Cass is still trying to improve position.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Timurovich shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Cass as he avoids it easily. #CL2#
Cass moves into range and clinches up with Timurovich.
We've been informed that Cass has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.#TD2#
Cass has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Timurovich uses from the top position. #T4#
Timurovich slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Cass is looking for a sweep.
Timurovich tries to stand but Cass is controlling his head.
Cass is looking for a sweep.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Jacob Cass will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Cass tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Timurovich swivels and escapes.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Timurovich. #TD#
Timurovich closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Cass did well to prevent Timurovich getting side control.#ES2#
Cass manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Cass shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Timurovich sprawls well. Timurovich wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Cass gets slowly back to his feet.
Cass fails with a takedown attempt.
Timurovich tries to counter by clinching up but Cass breaks away and moves out of range.
Emin Timurovich has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jacob Cass.#T1#
Cass moves in looking to clinch but Timurovich pushes him off.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Cass misses with a takedown attempt
and Timurovich counters with a two punch combo.
Cass blocks a low kick nicely.
Timurovich checks the leg kick.
Cass fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#TD#
Timurovich closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Cass quickly recovers to half guard.#ES2#
Cass manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Cass shoots in but Timurovich avoids the takedown attempt easily.#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Timurovich shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Cass as he jumps to the side.
Cass misses with a takedown attempt - Timurovich sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Timurovich goes for a double leg but Cass avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Cass continues to drive forward.
Timurovich slips a jab and a cross from Cass.
Cass shoots in but Timurovich avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Timurovich is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Cass.
Cass shoots in and drives through. Timurovich sprawls well.
Timurovich stuffs the takedown.#T3#
Cass fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Timurovich swings and misses with a hook to the body.
#TD#
Timurovich throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Cass tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Timurovich is in Cass's guard.#ES2#
Cass has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Timurovich has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.#TD#
Timurovich successfully pulls guard.
Cass slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Timurovich avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #T4#
Timurovich controls Cass momentarily but Cass frees himself.
Timurovich can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Cass controls the pace.
Cass looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Cass avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.#SUB#
Timurovich had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Cass defends it easily.#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.
A close second round but Jacob Cass will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Timurovich's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Cass looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Timurovich throws a right hand that Cass ducks under and follows up with a left that Cass also avoids with ease.
Cass shoots in looking for a takedown but Timurovich manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Cass's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Cass tries to close the distance and clinch up but Timurovich swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Timurovich has his takedown stuffed
and Cass counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Cass shoots in but no luck this time.
Emin Timurovich has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jacob Cass.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Timurovich takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
No luck for Cass with that takedown attempt. #T1##CL#
Timurovich has Cass up against the cage in a clinch.
Timurovich tries for a takedown but Cass manages to get underhooks.
Cass tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Timurovich smiles and moves away.
Cass lands a jab.
Cass shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Timurovich as he avoids it easily.
Cass closes this distance looking for a takedown but Timurovich circles away.
Timurovich appears to be looking for a big counter.#TD#
Timurovich shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Timurovich was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Timurovich working the head and body with strikes.
Timurovich working away.
Cass is trying to get back to half guard.
Timurovich tries to stand but Cass is controlling his head. #SUB#
Timurovich wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Cass, who protects the arm well.
Cass defending against the ground and pound. #T3#
Cass is trying to control Timurovich's posture but Timurovich avoids it.
The strikes coming from Timurovich are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Cass tries to control but Timurovich manages to take his back.
Cass wants to escape the position.
#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#ES2#
Cass manages to get to his feet, escaping the difficult position.
Cass shoots in for a takedown but Timurovich shows good takedown defense. #TD#
Timurovich changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Cass looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Cass is letting Timurovich control him for a moment.
Timurovich wants to control but Cass is keeping him busy.
Jacob Cass has got the better of the ground game so far.
Timurovich tries to get to his feet but he's trapped momentarily.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Timurovich throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
And that's the end of the fight!
Emin Timurovich showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Cass has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Sergei Dronov scores the fight 30:29
Judge Dmitry Maklakov scores the fight 28:29
Judge Fedor Mirinova scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Jacob Cass!
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Event:
Thoroughbred Thursday IX
Date: Feb 27, 2020 |
#R1#
Cass shoots for a takedown but Vespuci saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Cass moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.#TD2#
Vespuci closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Vespuci lands in his opponent's guard.
Cass keeping moving, preventing Vespuci from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Cass is looking for a triangle but Vespuci pushes his legs off easily.
#SU2#
Cass is working an open guard so Vespuci takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Cass stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Cass wants it to stay on the feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Cass gets a clinch.
Vespuci has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Cass is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Nice body punch from Cass - that landed with a thud.
#TD#
Cass turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Cass manages to end up in side control.#T1#
Vespuci is trying to improve his position.#SU#
Cass decides to take the fight back to the feet.
Cass has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Roosters Coop in the buildup to the fight.#TD2#
Vespuci fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Cass sprawls well initially but Vespuci persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #ES#
Cass makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
Nice takedown defense from Vespuci. No joy for Cass on that attempt.
Cass is breathing heavily.
Vespuci will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Jacob Cass has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tony Vespuci.
Vespuci fails with a takedown attempt.
Vespuci shoots for a double leg takedown but Cass sprawls well. He's pushed Vespuci's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Cass fails with an attempt to clinch.
#TD2#
Vespuci scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
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!#SUB2#
Vespuci is trying to work for a kimura but Cass is defending well.
#T2##ES#
Cass kicks Vespuci off and gets back to his feet.
Vespuci misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Cass. #CL#
Cass clinches up with Vespuci and pushes him back against the cage.#BC#
Cass's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Cass really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
A head kick by Cass misses #TD2#
and Vespuci counters with a shoot takedown. Cass fights it but they end up in guard.
Cass is pulling down on Vespuci's head. It's preventing any offense from Vespuci, at least for the moment.
Vespuci passes easily into side control. Nice work.#T3##SUB2#
Vespuci is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Cass is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
You can see the frustration on Cass's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB2#
Vespuci wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Cass, who protects the arm well. #SUB2#
Vespuci goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Cass rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Vespuci's guard! Nice work there by Cass!
Cass will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB2#
Vespuci had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Cass defends it easily.#T4#
Vespuci looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Cass controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Vespuci keeping full guard, as Cass tries to pass.
Cass slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #SUB2#
Vespuci working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Cass doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Cass manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jacob Cass dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Cass throws a shot to the body.
Vespuci defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Cass.
Vespuci tries for a takedown but Cass sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Vespuci doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Cass cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Vespuci stuffs the takedown.
Cass throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Vespuci's waist but Vespuci gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Cass off to one side.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jacob Cass. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Cass changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Vespuci tries to avoid it but Cass manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Vespuci to the ground. Vespuci escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Vespuci dives in and grabs Cass's left leg, looking for a takedown. Cass pushes down on Vespuci's head and hops out.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cass misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#TD2#
Vespuci manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Cass on his heels. He'll look to pass Cass's guard now, I'm sure.#SUB2#
Vespuci drops back looking for a submission - "I'm sorry sir, but I'm gunna break your leg" says Vespuci as he cranks on the unfortunate limb! Cass screams and taps out before any major damage is done! Don't mess with Vespuci! Nice submission victory there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:18 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Tony Vespuci!
Tony Vespuci bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.
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Event:
WPFA: Dominance III
Date: Jan 21, 2020 |
#R1##TD#
Timurovich shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Timurovich was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Timurovich just content to control the position.
Cass struggling a bit here.
Cass tries to buck Timurovich off but Timurovich is having none of it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cass wants to control but Timurovich postures up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Timurovich working the ground and pound.
Cass trying to remain calm as Timurovich controls from the top position.#T1#
Cass is trying to control Timurovich's posture but Timurovich avoids it.
Timurovich just content to control the position.
Timurovich is looking to take a break and control but Cass is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Timurovich goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Cass rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Timurovich's guard! Nice work there by Cass! #T2#
Timurovich wants to sweep here but Cass controlling him for the moment.
Timurovich on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Timurovich tries to get out of the position.
Cass stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Timurovich swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Cass trying to control the position from guard on top but Timurovich is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Timurovich seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Timurovich looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Timurovich is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Emin Timurovich will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Timurovich dives in and grabs Cass's left leg, looking for a takedown. Cass pushes down on Timurovich's head and hops out.
Cass misses with a head kick.
Timurovich is looking for a counter combo.#CL#
Timurovich drives through and clinches with Cass against the cage.
Timurovich tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Cass is trying to drag Timurovich to the mat but Timurovich just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Timurovich is pressed up against the cage. Cass has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Timurovich down to the mat. Timurovich avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Timurovich takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cass tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #TD#
Timurovich closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Timurovich lands in his opponent's guard.
Cass keeping full guard, as Timurovich tries to pass. #T1#
Timurovich wanted to stand there but Cass had control of the position.
Cass looking to control.
Timurovich stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Cass swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Timurovich working some strikes from top position.
Cass doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Cass can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Timurovich controls the pace.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Timurovich passes Cass's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Timurovich tries to stand and escape but Cass is controlling the position.
Timurovich looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Cass moves into full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Cass looking to hit a scissor sweep but Timurovich is one step ahead there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Emin Timurovich dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3##CL#
Timurovich gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Cass is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Timurovich tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Timurovich is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Cass can do to turn this around?
Timurovich is working for takedown but Cass is calmly controlling the position for now.
Timurovich prevents the takedown attempt.
#TD#
Timurovich jumps into guard, dragging Cass to the mat.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Cass accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Emin Timurovich overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Timurovich is looking for a triangle but Cass pushes his legs off easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cass preventing the sweep.
Cass wants to control from the top but Timurovich keeps moving. #T1#
Cass stopping the sweep attempt from Timurovich.
Timurovich is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Timurovich has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Timurovich keeping moving, preventing Cass from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Cass fails with the takedown.
Cass scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction. #T2##CL#
Timurovich clinches with his opponent.
Cass wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Cass wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Cass blocks an uppercut.
#TD#
Timurovich has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Cass regains guard immediately.
Cass wants to get back to his feet but Timurovich is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Cass looking for a sweep. Not yet Cass, not yet.
Jacob Cass has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Emin Timurovich is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Timurovich content to stall in guard here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Emin Timurovich showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Timurovich, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. 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 Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 30:27
Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight 30:27
Judge Tarja Halkonen scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Emin Timurovich!
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