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Event:
GC 387
Date: May 22, 2021 |
#R1#
Tromble shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Farquharson as he avoids it easily.
Farquharson works over Tromble 's head and body with a nice combination.#CL#
Farquharson has closed the distance and engaged Tromble in a clinch.
Farquharson avoiding damage.
Farquharson lands a damaging elbow.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tromble .
Farquharson working Tromble over with knees to the body.
Farquharson cracks Tromble with a nice body shot.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Farquharson creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Farquharson taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Farquharson lands with a left to the head.
Farquharson dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Tromble has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Farquharson pushes Tromble back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#BC2#
Tromble escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Jab, jab by Farquharson - just one landing. #T1#
Farquharson doesn't manage to clinch there - Tromble circles away.
Farquharson scores with a decent looking hook.#TD2#
Tromble scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Farquharson sneaks back into half guard.
Farquharson is refusing to be controlled, as Tromble sits in half guard.
Tromble throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Farquharson is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Tromble trying to pass the guard but Farquharson defending well. #T2#
Tromble controlling the action here.
Farquharson controlling the position for now.
Tromble seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Tromble winds up and cracks Farquharson with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Tromble throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Tromble not doing much here.
#T3#
Tromble is keen to just control but Farquharson is a slippery customer.
Farquharson is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Tromble 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.
Tromble is keen to just control but Farquharson is a slippery customer.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Tromble prevents Farquharson from standing back up.
#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Tromble throws a body shot but no joy.
Tromble misses with a looping left.
Farquharson jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Farquharson throws a head kick that misses
and Tromble counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
A head kick misses from Farquharson.
Malcom Farquharson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#CL#
Farquharson gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Tromble drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Malcom Farquharson dominated that round.
That's time! Farquharson's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Tromble avoids a punch combination nicely.
A little jabbing left from Tromble on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Farquharson scores with a nice body kick.
Farquharson seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Malcom Farquharson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL#
Farquharson rushes Tromble and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Farquharson working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Tromble is looking for a takedown.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Farquharson lands with a right to the head.
Farquharson gets through Tromble 's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Farquharson lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Tromble backwards.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Farquharson manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Tromble is trying to drag Farquharson to the mat but Farquharson just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Farquharson.#T1#
A right hook to the body lands for Farquharson.
Farquharson lands a left hand.
Farquharson lands with a right to the head.
Tromble is looking for a takedown.
Malcom Farquharson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of John Tromble .
Farquharson throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Tromble s head.
Tromble is working for takedown but Farquharson is calmly controlling the position for now.
Farquharson has Tromble pressed against the cage, preventing Tromble from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Farquharson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tromble can do to turn this around?
A bit of stalling here from Farquharson.
Farquharson lands a nice elbow. #CUT#It looks like John Tromble has been cut.
Tromble takes a shot to the head.
Farquharson lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Farquharson lands a left hand.
Farquharson gets through Tromble 's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Farquharson lands a right hand.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Farquharson lands with a light punch inside.
A bit of stalling here from Farquharson.
Farquharson lands a knee to the body.
Tromble is breathing heavily.#T2#
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Farquharson lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Farquharson has Tromble pressed against the cage.
Farquharson dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Farquharson stalling against the cage.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Malcom Farquharson.
Farquharson swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Tromble swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A left lands for Farquharson.
Tromble is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Farquharson.
Farquharson fails in his attempt to clinch. #T3##CL#
Farquharson has Tromble up against the cage in a clinch.
Farquharson digs a right hand into Tromble 's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Tromble 's gas tank.
Farquharson is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Tromble is defending well for now.
A nice right hand lands inside from Farquharson.
Farquharson lands an elbow that stopped Tromble in his tracks for a moment.
A short body shot lands from Farquharson as the two fighters clinch.
Farquharson controlling the action here for a moment.
Farquharson prevents a takedown attempt there.
Tromble working hard to break the clinch.
Farquharson prevents a body shot from Tromble .
Farquharson creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Tromble 's defenses.
Tromble goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A body shot lands from Farquharson.
Malcom Farquharson has scored more points in the clinch so far.#T4#
Tromble tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tromble lands with a short shot to the head.
Farquharson lands an elbow that stopped Tromble in his tracks for a moment.
The referee is keeping an eye on Farquharson - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Tromble takes a shot to the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A short right from Farquharson.
Farquharson gets through Tromble 's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
The referee calls for Farquharson to work.
Farquharson is pressed up against the cage. Tromble has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Farquharson down to the mat. Farquharson avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Farquharson scores with a crisp jab that stopped Tromble in his tracks.
Tromble throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Farquharson scores with a punch to the head.
Farquharson throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Malcom Farquharson dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on John Tromble 's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
A left lands for Farquharson.
Tromble has a takedown stuffed.
Farquharson lands an overhand right.
Farquharson slaps away a takedown attempt from Tromble , before circling back to the center of the mat.
Farquharson throws out a powerful jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Farquharson rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Tromble moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
A punch combination from Farquharson misses. #T1#
Tromble changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Tromble misses with an uppercut.
Farquharson throws a counter high kick but Tromble was just alert enough to avoid it.
Tromble throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Farquharson tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #CL#
Farquharson moves into the clinch.
Farquharson scores a nice knee to the body.
Tromble takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Farquharson lands with a left to the head.
Farquharson landing knees to the body.
Farquharson throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Farquharson lands on the inside with an uppercut.
The referee calls for Farquharson to work.
Tromble has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Farquharson after a bit of a struggle.
Malcom Farquharson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of John Tromble .
Farquharson missing with knees to the body.
Farquharson has Tromble pressed against the cage.
#T2#
Farquharson prevents the takedown attempt.
Still in the clinch, Farquharson scores with a nice short uppercut.
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!
Farquharson lands a shoulder strike.
A frustrated look appears on Tromble 's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Nice elbow from Farquharson.
A nice right hand lands inside from Farquharson.
Farquharson lands a body shot in the clinch.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Farquharson.
Farquharson is stalling here.
Farquharson putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Tromble in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Farquharson lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Tromble backwards.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Farquharson.
A short body shot lands from Farquharson as the two fighters clinch.
Farquharson lands an elbow inside. #T3#
Farquharson lands a nice uppercut.
Farquharson has Tromble pressed against the cage.
Farquharson manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Farquharson lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Tromble backwards.
Farquharson scores with an uppercut up the middle.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Farquharson working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Tromble has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Farquharson after a bit of a struggle.
Farquharson lands with a short shot to the head.
Farquharson is struggling to control the position.
Tromble swings wildly with an uppercut but Farquharson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tromble is trying to maintain a safe position but Farquharson gets an underhook and turns Tromble into the cage.#T4#
A short right from Farquharson on the inside.
Farquharson lands a right hand.
A right hand to the body from Farquharson.
A short right from Farquharson.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A bit of stalling here from Farquharson.
Farquharson stalling in the clinch.
The referee is keeping an eye on Farquharson - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Tromble drops down looking for an ankle pick but Farquharson pulls his leg out and moves away.
A jab lands there for Farquharson.#ROC#Tromble is rocked!#CL#
Farquharson closes the distance and clinches.
Farquharson lands with a short punch from the clinch.
John Tromble has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Malcom Farquharson is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Tromble is still on wobbly legs! Can Farquharson finish him?
Tromble is working for takedown but Farquharson is calmly controlling the position for now.
And that's the end of the fight!
Malcom Farquharson showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Farquharson, 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 Frank Dennis scores the fight 30:25
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 30:25
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 30:25
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Malcom Farquharson!
Malcom Farquharson very nearly forgot to thank Gatoroids amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you. |
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Event:
GC 382 Side vs Armpits
Date: Mar 27, 2021 |
#R1#
Cooper fails with an attempt to clinch.
Cooper takes a jab right on the kisser.
Tromble misses with an uppercut.
Cooper has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Cooper has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Tromble scores with a nice strike.
Tromble throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Cooper tries to close the distance and clinch up but Tromble swats him away and circles back towards the center.
We've been hearing reports that Tromble has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Cooper throws a big shot that misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tromble . Cooper does a little dance to reset his feet.
Cooper tries to close the distance and clinch but Tromble swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Tromble blocks a low kick nicely.
As Cooper looks to move away, Tromble throws a big counter combo but Cooper just gets out of the way.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cooper misses with a body kick.
Tromble swings widly with a right hand
and Tromble takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Cooper tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Tromble paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Tromble closes the distance and lands a one-two.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tromble scores with a body shot.
#T1#
Tromble checks a low kick from Cooper.
Cooper slips a jab and a cross from Tromble .
Good shot there by Cooper.
Tromble just misses with a punch to the body.
Cooper changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
John Tromble is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Cooper has his takedown stuffed
and Cooper takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Cooper tries to clinch
and Tromble counters with a two punch combo.
Tromble 's jab looks to have found its range, popping Cooper under the eye.
Cooper slips a jab from Tromble .
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Tromble , as that shot connected.
Cooper throws a sloppy head kick and Tromble moves out of range easily. #TD2#
Cooper feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tromble looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Cooper tries to free his leg and advance position but Tromble is retaining full guard.
Tromble not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T2#
Tromble is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Cooper is controlling him.
Cooper missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Tromble looking to hit a scissor sweep but Cooper is one step ahead there.
Cooper wants to control from the top but Tromble keeps moving.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Cooper scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Tromble trying to keep a closed guard but Cooper is proving a slippery customer.
Cooper not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #SUB#
Tromble is looking for a triangle but Cooper pushes his legs off easily.
#T3#
Cooper throwing strikes from guard but Tromble blocks nicely.
Tromble is trying to control the position but Cooper postures up.
Cooper trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Tromble 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#
Tromble is pressing down on Cooper's thigh, looking to free his foot. Cooper is holding on for now.
Cooper is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Cooper gets full guard.#SUB2#
Cooper escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Tromble gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Cooper is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T4##SUB2#
Cooper looking for a guillotine here but Tromble defends easily.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Tromble 's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Tromble 's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Cooper working a defensive guard here.
#SUB#
Tromble thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Tromble is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
John Tromble dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
A telegraphed right hand from Tromble misses the target.
Cooper throws the left hand but Tromble avoids the punch easily.
Tromble showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Cooper.
Cooper uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tromble .
Cooper throws a sloppy head kick and Tromble moves out of range easily.
Cooper fails with the takedown.
Tromble throws a jab but it's blocked by Cooper.
Cooper looks to clinch
and Tromble counters with a stiff right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cooper pivots, looking for a leg kick but Tromble is out of range and Cooper settles back down.
Cooper takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Nice takedown defense from Tromble . No joy for Cooper on that attempt.
Tromble checks a low kick from Cooper.
Tromble throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Cooper.
Tromble is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Cooper can do to turn this around?#T1#
Cooper tests Tromble 's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Cooper tries to clinch up
and Tromble counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Cooper looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Tromble throws out a loose jab but Cooper uses good head movement to avoid it.
Cooper throws an off balance right hand
and Tromble counters with a straight right hand.
Tromble scores with a nice head shot.
Cooper throws a hook but Tromble avoids it easily.
Cooper misses with a body kick.
Tromble connects with the punch.
Tromble lands with a nice body punch.
Tromble misses with a hook.
Cooper tries a head kick but it misses.
Cooper slips under a jab from Tromble .#T2#
Cooper is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tromble .
A little feinted left hand from Tromble on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Cooper staying out of range there.
Tromble jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Cooper is trying hard to land a takedown here. Tromble sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
An attempted straight right counter from Tromble misses the target.
John Tromble has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Joshua Cooper.
Cooper fails with the takedown
and Cooper takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A jab from Tromble does it's job there.
Cooper tries to clinch up
and Tromble counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Cooper moves into range and connects with a jab.
Joshua Cooper seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tromble throws a jab but it's blocked by Cooper.
Tromble pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tromble jabs Cooper to the body, keeping him at a distance.#T3#
Tromble checks the leg kick nicely there.
Tromble swings for the body but Cooper moves out of range.
#CL2#
Cooper clinches up with Tromble and pushes him back against the ropes.
Nice elbow from Cooper. #BC#
Tromble manages to break the clinch.
Nice body punch from Tromble .
Tromble is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Cooper.
Cooper misses with an uppercut. Tromble saw that one coming.
Cooper tries to clinch but Tromble moves away
and Tromble counters with a nice body shot.
Tromble tries to bum rush Cooper with a series of wild strikes but Cooper uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Cooper misses with a takedown attempt
and Tromble counters with a nice uppercut.
Tromble 's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Cooper connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Tromble scrambles back to his feet.
Tromble stalks Cooper and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Cooper's face. Cooper staggers backwards, shaken.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Cooper fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Tromble has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#T4#
Cooper throws a head kick but Tromble moves out of range.
Tromble paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Cooper tries to clinch but Tromble moves away
and Tromble counters with a nice uppercut.
Good work by Tromble as he checks the leg kick.
Cooper takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Tromble misses the jab.
Cooper fails in his attempt to clinch.
Cooper closes the distance and clinches up with Tromble , looking for a takedown. Cooper pushes Tromble against the ropes but Tromble circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Tromble is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Cooper.
Cooper tries to clinch up.
Cooper misses with a looping left.
No luck for Cooper with that takedown attempt.
Cooper is breathing heavily.
Cooper throws a series of punches but Tromble moves out of range.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
John Tromble dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Cooper throws a poor cross that misses
letting Tromble counter with a right hand.
Cooper misses with a lunging right hand
and Tromble counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Tromble digs a good body shot into Cooper's ribs.
Tromble tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Cooper was well out of range. Poor timing from Tromble .
Cooper tried to score with a low kick but Tromble checks it.
Tromble swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Tromble connects with a jab.
Tromble misses with a wild combination.
A head kick by Cooper misses
and Tromble counters with a left to the body.
Tromble ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cooper looks to throw the jab but Tromble is out of range.
Tromble is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Tromble lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Tromble throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Cooper scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Cooper has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Cooper swings widly with a right hand
enabling Tromble to counter with a crisp jab. #T1#
Tromble lands a jab to the head.
Cooper slips a straight right by Tromble .
Cooper with the counter takedown but Tromble avoids it easily.
Cooper throws a leg kick that is checked
and Tromble cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#TD2#
Cooper looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Tromble keeping moving, preventing Cooper from controlling successfully.
Cooper being controlled here momentarily.
Cooper trying to control the position from guard on top but Tromble is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tromble has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Joshua Cooper has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Cooper landing with the ground and pound.
Cooper is looking to work some ground and pound but Tromble has wrist control.
Cooper wants to control from the top but Tromble keeps moving.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Tromble is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Tromble works over Cooper's head and body with a nice combination.
Tromble throws a body punch but Cooper moves out of range. #T3#
Tromble lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Cooper misses with a right hand
and Tromble cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Tromble misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Cooper misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Tromble appears to be looking for a big counter.
Tromble throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Cooper tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Tromble paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Tromble throws a hook to the side of Cooper's head but Cooper sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Cooper is trying hard to land a takedown here. Tromble sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Nice cross by Tromble .
Cooper misses with a takedown attempt - Tromble sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Cooper takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Tromble waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Cooper.
Cooper misses with a right hand
and Tromble counters with a stiff right hand.
Cooper misses with a head kick.
#T4#
Nice uppercut there from Tromble .
John Tromble is winning the standup battle so far.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Cooper throws an overhand right that lands on Tromble 's shoulder, as Tromble tries to avoid the shot.
It looked like Tromble wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Tromble scores with a jab. Cooper acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Tromble lands a jab to the head.
Tromble lands a nice shot to the body.
Tromble with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Cooper shoots in and drives through. Tromble sprawls well.
John Tromble has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Joshua Cooper.
Tromble lands a nice looking body shot.
Cooper tries to clinch up
and Tromble counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
A lazy body kick from Cooper
and Tromble counters with a series of strikes. Cooper will be more careful next time no doubt.
John Tromble is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Tromble connects with a body shot.
And that's the end of the fight!
John Tromble showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Tromble , 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 Chris Downing scores the fight 30:27
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 30:27
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... John Tromble !
John Tromble seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
Joshua Cooper was interviewed post fight and said 'Can't be mad, I love this shit once I'm healed I'll be back in here in no time.'. |
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Event:
GDL 76:Roughneck VS Tragedy
Date: Jan 23, 2021 |
#R1#
Billy misses the shot to the body. #TD#
Tromble feints and as Billy raises his hands in defense, Tromble changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Tromble accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Tromble throws a strike but Billy rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##SUB#
Tromble has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Billy can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Tromble is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tromble is trying to hold Billy in close to prevent damage but Billy has managed to pass into half guard.
Tromble wants to control but Billy is keeping busy.
#T1#
Billy tries to stand but his arm is trapped.
Tromble trying to control here.
Tromble is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tromble controlling the position well. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Tromble tries to get to full guard but Billy has control of the leg.
Tromble is working hard here to advance position.
Tromble trying to hold on to Billy's head to control him but Billy postures up.
Billy blocks the strikes from Tromble .
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Tromble is looking for a sweep. Billy is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T3#
No joy there for Tromble , who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Billy ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Tromble throws a sloppy body shot
letting Billy counter with a right hand.
Billy lands a big head kick that sends Tromble to the canvas! Billy follows up with strikes from the mount that forces the ref to step in and stop the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Blinky Billy!
A victorious Blinky Billy 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:
GDL 69: MacArthur VS Fist II
Date: Dec 05, 2020 |
#R1##CL#
Tromble pushes Drax up against the cage in a clinch.
Drax misses with a short punch on the inside.
Drax is pushing Tromble up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Tromble is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Tromble throws a head punch that misses.
Tromble looking to slow down the pace here.
Drax working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Drax stalling in the clinch.
Drax keeps control of Tromble as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Drax is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Tromble is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Drax pulls him back up using the underhooks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tromble can't find room to land a body shot as Drax controls the action.
Tromble misses with the head strike.
A body shot lands from Drax.
Tromble is breathing heavily.#BC2#
Drax breaks from the clinch.
We've been hearing reports that Tromble has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Drax fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.#T1#
Drax lunges in with a left hook that violently twists Tromble head around and knocks him out cold! Drax hops onto the cage and yells out at the top of his lungs - Yeeeeeeeeaaaaaaaaah! They're showing the replay on the big screens now; that was nasty! I hope one of the photographers got a good shot of it.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:06 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Max Drax!
A relieved looking Max Drax thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
GDL 65: Donovan vs Hannson
Date: Nov 07, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#CL2#
Tromble closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Boy wants a takedown.
Tromble lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Tromble lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Boy backwards.
Boy wants to take the fight to the mat but Tromble manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Boy drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Baby Boy. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Boy has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Tromble is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Boy is looking to take this one to the mat.
A short right from Tromble .
Tromble is pressed up against the cage. Boy has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Tromble down to the mat. Tromble avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Boy takes a jab right on the kisser.
Boy could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Boy shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Tromble defends it nicely.
It seemed like Tromble was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Boy doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.#T1#
Tromble with a jab.
Tromble lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Tromble throws a shot to the body.
Tromble scores with a punch to the head.
Boy takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
A jab from Tromble finds it's way through Boy's defenses.
Tromble throws a series of punches but Boy moves out of range.
Boy shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Boy takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Tromble has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL2#
Tromble moves into the clinch.
Boy wants a takedown but no success here.
Tromble lands a hook to the side of the head.#T2#
Boy is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Tromble is defending well.
Tromble is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Tromble lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Good body shot from Tromble .
Boy is breathing heavily.
Tromble scores with a shot to the side of Boy's head.
Tromble lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Tromble unloads with a big right hand that wobbles Boy! He's leaning against the cage trying to keep his feet but Tromble is unloading with more strikes now! Boy drops to his knees and the referee stops the fight for a TKO!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). John Tromble !
John Tromble decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
Baby Boy spoke after the fight, saying 'Hello guys I hope you enjoy the fight even tho I didn't win the fight but still I'm happy to give my all in this performance and I promise every fight I'll jump into I'll be prepared win or lose just to give you all the best show . Tonight I came up short my opponent is tough he's very smart he know'. |
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Event:
GDL 61: Donovan vs Mwekassa
Date: Oct 10, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Tromble tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Zillionaire paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Zillionaire digs a good hook to Tromble 's body.
#CL#
Tromble closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #BC2#
Zillionaire breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
A telegraphed right hand from Zillionaire misses the target.
Tromble changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Zillionaire misses with a body shot.
Tromble went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Zillionaire thuds his right hand into Tromble 's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#CL#
Tromble clinches with his opponent.
A short uppercut from Tromble .
Zillionaire blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tromble tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #TD2#
Zillionaire jumps guard.
Zillionaire wants to get back to his feet but Tromble is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #ES2#
Zillionaire has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Tromble off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tromble misses the jab.
Tromble bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T1#
Zillionaire lands with a nice body punch.
Tromble swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Zillionaire.
Zillionaire takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Zillionaire with a jab.
Zillionaire scores with the left hand. Tromble knows he should have avoided that one.
Zillionaire misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tromble .
Tromble gets cracked there but stands up to it.
A jab from Zillionaire misses. #TD2#
Zillionaire scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Well, if Zillionaire 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.
Tromble regains full guard. Nicely done.
Zillionaire engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Zillionaire must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T2#
Zillionaire is continuing to stall.
Tromble tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Zillionaire controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T3#
Tromble is trying to keep Zillionaire in close.
#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Tromble on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Tromble avoids the body shot from Zillionaire.
Tromble swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Tromble with a nice cross.
Zillionaire with a jab.
Tromble blocks a jab.
Tromble works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Zillionaire uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tromble .
Zillionaire is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Tromble with a body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Zillionaire. Tromble does a little dance to reset his feet.
Zaga Zillionaire seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tromble slips a jab from Zillionaire.
Zillionaire throws an overhand right that lands on Tromble 's shoulder, as Tromble tries to avoid the shot. #T4#
Tromble connects with a body shot.
Tromble avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Tromble appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Tromble swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Zillionaire.
Tromble throws out a loose jab but Zillionaire uses good head movement to avoid it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tromble uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Zillionaire.
Tromble throws a hook to the side of Zillionaire's head but Zillionaire sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#CL#
Tromble closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #BC2#
Zillionaire escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Zillionaire jabbing away but nothing is landing. #CL#
Tromble forces Zillionaire back against the cage and clinches.#TD2#
Zillionaire successfully pulls guard.
Tromble stops Zillionaire from standing up.
Tromble connects with a couple of short punches.#ES2#
Zillionaire pushes Tromble off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
Tromble tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Zillionaire was well out of range. Poor timing from Tromble .
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Zaga Zillionaire dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Zillionaire looks to throw the jab but Tromble is out of range.
Tromble misses the jab.
Zillionaire connects with a single shot there.
A decent looking cross lands there for Zillionaire.
Zillionaire thows a left - swing and a miss!
Zillionaire scores with a jab to the head.
Zillionaire tried to score with a low kick but Tromble checks it.
Zillionaire needs to keep his hands up - Tromble had a free shot at his head there.
Tromble ducks under a wild hook from Zillionaire.
Zillionaire slips a straight right by Tromble .
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zillionaire fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tromble manages to avoid it.
Zillionaire pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Zillionaire slips a straight right by Tromble .
Tromble lands with an overhand left.#T1#
Some wild striking there from Tromble .
Tromble avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Tromble tries to counter with a takedown but Zillionaire is quick to defend against it.
Tromble looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Zillionaire is looking to clinch.
Zillionaire swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Zillionaire throws an off balance right hand
enabling Tromble to counter with a crisp jab.
Tromble is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
A shot to the liver by Zillionaire. Beautiful body shot.
Tromble ducks under a wild hook from Zillionaire.
Zillionaire slips a straight right by Tromble .
Zillionaire swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Tromble thows a left - swing and a miss!
Zillionaire closes the distance and clinches up with Tromble , looking for a takedown. Zillionaire pushes Tromble against the cage but Tromble circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Zaga Zillionaire seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Zillionaire has a takedown stuffed.#T2#
Zillionaire misses with a body shot.
Zillionaire shoots in but no luck this time.
John Tromble has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Zaga Zillionaire.
A big left from Zillionaire misses.
Tromble takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Tromble lands a nice shot that snaps Zillionaire's head back.
Zillionaire throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Zillionaire tries a head kick but it misses.
Zillionaire looks to land a left hand but Tromble moved out of range nicely.
Tromble tries to counter with a takedown but Zillionaire is quick to defend against it.
Tromble jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Zillionaire throws a lazy right hand but Tromble sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Zillionaire is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tromble .
A head kick misses from Zillionaire.
Zillionaire pulls out of a head kick attempt.
#T3#
Tromble lands with a straight right. Zillionaire didn't see that one coming.
Tromble takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
A telegraphed right hand from Tromble misses the target. #CL2#
Zillionaire closes the distance and clinches.
Zillionaire wants to take the fight to the mat but Tromble manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Tromble creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Tromble tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Zillionaire's elbow. #BC2#
Zillionaire's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Tromble .
Zillionaire pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tromble was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Tromble blocks a head kick by Zillionaire.
Zillionaire is breathing heavily.
Zillionaire looks to land a right hand but Tromble moved out of range.
Zillionaire fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Tromble on the side of the head.
Tromble steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Zillionaire.#T4#
Zillionaire misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tromble .
Zillionaire scores with a jab to the jaw.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tromble misses with a few strikes there.
Zillionaire scores with a jab to the head.
Tromble misses with a body shot.
Tromble throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Zillionaire.
Tromble misses with a body shot.
Zillionaire misses with an uppercut. Tromble saw that one coming.
Zillionaire misses with an uppercut. Tromble saw that one coming.
John Tromble is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Zillionaire keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Zillionaire tries to clinch but Tromble moves out of range.
Tromble throws a hook but Zillionaire avoids it easily.
Zillionaire slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Zaga Zillionaire showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Tromble throws a right hand that misses
and Zillionaire counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Tromble thinking.
Zillionaire sizes up Tromble with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Tromble looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Tromble walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Tromble ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Zillionaire moves away.
Zillionaire darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Tromble staying out of range there.
Zillionaire lands with a right hand.
Zillionaire jabs Tromble right on the nose. Tromble blinks but takes it well.
Tromble swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tromble moves away from the strike by Zillionaire.
Tromble uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Zillionaire.
Tromble appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Zillionaire cracks Tromble with a good jab.#T1#
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Zillionaire.
A punch combination from Tromble misses.
Zillionaire dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Zillionaire throws a hook but Tromble blocks it.
Jab from Zillionaire.
Tromble misses with a few strikes there.
Zillionaire fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tromble manages to avoid it.
Zillionaire throws a shot from downtown. Tromble moves away and avoids it.
Tromble tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Zillionaire cracks Tromble with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Zillionaire ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Tromble looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Tromble throws a body shot but no joy.
Tromble uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Zillionaire.
Tromble went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.#T2#
A jab from Zillionaire finds it's way through Tromble 's defenses.
Tromble tries to close the distance and clinch but Zillionaire swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tromble ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Zillionaire moves out of range of the strikes.
Zillionaire lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Tromble fails with an attempt to clinch.
Zillionaire has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Tromble takes a swing at Zillionaire's ribcage but misses.
Zillionaire throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A jab from Tromble finds it's way through Zillionaire's defenses.
Zillionaire lands with an uppercut that bounces Tromble off the cage and back into range.
Zillionaire misses with a straight left.
Zillionaire defending well as Tromble loads up on a big left hand.
Zillionaire lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Zaga Zillionaire is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T3#
Tromble misses with a straight left.
Zillionaire swings for the body but Tromble moves out of range.
Zillionaire throws a jab but it's blocked by Tromble .
Zillionaire misses with a lunging right hand
and Zillionaire takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Tromble gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Zillionaire circles away from the clinch attempt.
Nice defenses there by Tromble .
Tromble stuffs the takedown.
Tromble walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Tromble ducks under a wild hook from Zillionaire.
Tromble changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
A big left from Zillionaire misses.
Zillionaire lands an overhand right.#T4#
Tromble swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Zillionaire fails with an attempt to clinch.
Zillionaire fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tromble manages to avoid it.
Zillionaire throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tromble ducks under a wild hook from Zillionaire.
Zillionaire lands a body shot.
Tromble tries to clinch there but Zillionaire circles away.
A little jabbing left from Zillionaire on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Tromble scores with a crisp jab that stopped Zillionaire in his tracks.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
The fighters circle momentarily. Tromble darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Zillionaire works the jab nicely.
Good shot there by Zillionaire.
Tromble moves in looking to clinch but Zillionaire pushes him off.
Zillionaire swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
John Tromble has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Tromble moves away from the strike by Zillionaire.
And that's the end of the fight!
Zaga Zillionaire comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Zillionaire winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 27:30
Judge George Francis scores the fight 27:30
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Zaga Zillionaire!
A relieved looking Zaga Zillionaire thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
GDL 56
Date: Sep 05, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Hamundarson closes the distance and clinches up with Tromble , looking for a takedown. Hamundarson pushes Tromble against the cage but Tromble circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Hamundarson tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
It seemed like Tromble was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Hamundarson moves out of range as Tromble strikes.
Tromble on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Tromble walks into a stiff left hand from Hamundarson.
Hamundarson tries to close the distance and clinch but Tromble swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Tromble looks to land a left hand but Hamundarson moved out of range nicely.
Hamundarson goes for a double leg but Tromble avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Tromble continues to drive forward.
Tromble looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Tromble just misses with a punch to the body.
Hamundarson appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tromble . Hamundarson does a little dance to reset his feet.
Hamundarson displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Hamundarson lands a slapping body shot.
Hamundarson tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Tromble defends well and Hamundarson ends up having to push Tromble into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gunnar Hamundarson. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Hamundarson has a takedown stuffed.
Gunnar Hamundarson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hamundarson fails with a takedown attempt.
Hamundarson shoots in for a takedown but Tromble shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Hamundarson fails with a takedown attempt.
Hamundarson shoots for a double leg takedown but Tromble sprawls well. He's pushed Hamundarson's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Hamundarson goes for a double leg but Tromble avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Tromble continues to drive forward.
Sloppy strikes from Tromble . Those never looked like landing. #T2#
Sloppy strikes from Hamundarson. Those never looked like landing.
Tromble rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Hamundarson counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Hamundarson throws a head kick that misses. #CL#
Hamundarson gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Hamundarson blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Hamundarson leaning his opponent against the cage.#BC2#
Tromble breaks the clinch.
#CL#
Hamundarson gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Tromble wants to break free but Hamundarson has control.
#TD#
Hamundarson pulls guard effortlessly.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Hamundarson keeping full guard, as Tromble tries to pass.
Tromble slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Tromble wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hamundarson keeps working.
Hamundarson is looking to reverse the position.
Tromble working away.
Hamundarson avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Tromble .
Hamundarson is looking for a sweep.
Tromble working the head and body with strikes.
Hamundarson is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Tromble is controlling him well.
Tromble fails to land a wild elbow strike.
#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Tromble working away.
Hamundarson takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Hamundarson tries to buck Tromble off but Tromble is having none of it.
Tromble scoring with punches from side control.
Hamundarson takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Tromble throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Tromble is looking to take a break and control but Hamundarson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Hamundarson struggling a bit here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but John Tromble 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#
Tromble throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Hamundarson.
Hamundarson ducks under a wild hook from Tromble .
Tromble throws a series of punches but Hamundarson moves out of range.
Hamundarson with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Tromble to score with a decent uppercut.
Tromble keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Hamundarson fails with an attempt to clinch.
Hamundarson moves in looking to clinch but Tromble pushes him off.
Tromble is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hamundarson fails with a takedown attempt.
Tromble takes a swing at Hamundarson's ribcage but misses. #T1#
Hamundarson tries to close the distance and clinch up but Tromble swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Hamundarson fails to land the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gunnar Hamundarson. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL#
Hamundarson closes the distance and pushes Tromble back into the cage.#BC#
Hamundarson manages to break the clinch.
Hamundarson ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Hamundarson displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tromble throws out the jab.
Hamundarson tries to counter by clinching up but Tromble breaks away and moves out of range.
Gunnar Hamundarson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Hamundarson is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
The fight stays on the outside here - Hamundarson looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#T2#
Hamundarson goes for a double leg but Tromble avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Tromble continues to drive forward.
Tromble looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Hamundarson lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Tromble circles away quickly and effectively.
John Tromble is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Tromble comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Hamundarson throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Tromble stuffs the takedown attempt from Hamundarson. Hamundarson gets slowly back to his feet.
Hamundarson slips under a jab.
Tromble throws a body punch but Hamundarson moves out of range.
Tromble swinging wildly here.
Tromble misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hamundarson.
Tromble throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#T3#
Hamundarson throws a series of punches but Tromble moves out of range.
Tromble defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Hamundarson.
Tromble looks to throw the jab but Hamundarson is out of range.
Hamundarson seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Hamundarson slips a straight right by Tromble .
Tromble throws a right and a left that Hamundarson avoids nicely.
Hamundarson appears to be looking for a big counter.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Hamundarson.
Hamundarson doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Tromble connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CL#
Hamundarson rushes Tromble and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Tromble can't break the clinch.
Tromble has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Hamundarson with an attempt at a knee that misses.
#T4#
A frustrated look appears on Tromble 's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Tromble tries to circle away but Hamundarson has him pinned against the cage.
Tromble is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Hamundarson pulls him back up using the underhooks. #BC2#
Tromble breaks from the clinch.
Hamundarson wants to clinch up but Tromble keeps it at a distance.
Hamundarson shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Tromble sprawls well. Tromble wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Hamundarson gets slowly back to his feet.
Hamundarson tries to clinch but Tromble is having none of it.
John Tromble seems to be getting the better of the standup.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tromble blocks a head kick by Hamundarson.
Hamundarson looks for a takedown but Tromble sprawls well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
John Tromble showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Hamundarson dives in and grabs Tromble 's left leg, looking for a takedown. Tromble pushes down on Hamundarson's head and hops out.
Tromble tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Hamundarson was well out of range. Poor timing from Tromble .
Hamundarson throws a head kick that misses.
Hamundarson lands a right hook to the body.
#CL#
Hamundarson drives through and clinches with Tromble against the cage.
A frustrated look appears on Tromble 's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Tromble wants to break free but Hamundarson has control.
Hamundarson looking to stall.
Tromble wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Hamundarson has him pressed against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tromble wants to break free but Hamundarson has control.
Hamundarson tries to pull guard but Tromble holds him up against the cage and eventually Hamundarson drops back down to his feet.
#BC#
Hamundarson's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T1#
Hamundarson will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Hamundarson darts in looking for a takedown but Tromble gets double underhooks and turns Hamundarson into the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gunnar Hamundarson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hamundarson bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Hamundarson is looking to clinch.
A nice side step and Tromble releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Hamundarson dives in for a single leg takedown but Tromble sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Tromble misses with a body shot.
Hamundarson shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Tromble as he jumps to the side.
Tromble looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Tromble changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T2#
Tromble thows a left - swing and a miss!
Tromble throws a predictable looking body shot
and Hamundarson counters with a series of strikes. Tromble will be more careful next time no doubt.
Hamundarson shoots in and drives through. Tromble sprawls well.
A little jabbing left from Tromble on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
A big left from Tromble misses.
Tromble takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Tromble tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Hamundarson was well out of range. Poor timing from Tromble .
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tromble misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hamundarson.
Tromble misses with an uppercut.
Hamundarson tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Tromble manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
Hamundarson clinches up with Tromble and pushes him back against the cage.
Tromble tries to break the clinch but Hamundarson is controlling the position. #T3##BC2#
Tromble breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Hamundarson slips under a jab.
Hamundarson shoots in for a double leg but Tromble sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Tromble bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Hamundarson's head backwards.
Tromble fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Hamundarson tries to clinch up.
Tromble misses the shot to the body.
Tromble misses with a body shot
and Hamundarson counters with a series of strikes. Tromble will be more careful next time no doubt.
Hamundarson lands a front kick.
Hamundarson tries to clinch up but Tromble circles away and keeps his distance.
Hamundarson moves away from the strike by Tromble . #T4#
Hamundarson wants to clinch up but Tromble keeps it at a distance.
Tromble connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Tromble digs a good body shot into Hamundarson's ribs.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hamundarson throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
#TD2#
and Tromble counters with a single leg into guard. Hamundarson didn't expect that.
Tromble looking to pass the guard.
Tromble is looking to work some ground and pound but Hamundarson has wrist control.
Tromble slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tromble landing a few strikes.
Gunnar Hamundarson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
John Tromble is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Tromble prevents Hamundarson from escaping the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
John Tromble comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Tromble winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 28:29
Judge George Francis scores the fight 27:30
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... John Tromble !
A victorious John Tromble 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:
GDL 46: Khan vs Mcguire
Date: Jul 04, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Kongo throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Kongo throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Tromble 's head.
No joy there for Kongo, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Kongo tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kongo throws a combination that misses
and Tromble counters with a stiff right hand.
Tromble throws a series of strikes that have Kongo backpedaling.
Kongo has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Tromble finds it's way round the side to connect with Kongo's head.
Kongo pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Kongo walks into a jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tromble comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Tromble works Kongo's body with a nice hook.
Kongo is looking to land body kicks.
Kongo throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Tromble .
It looked like Tromble was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Kongo.#T1#
A shot to the liver by Tromble . Beautiful body shot.
Tromble with a nice cross.
Kongo misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Tromble moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Tromble 's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Tromble duly obliges.
Tromble lands a jab to Kongo's midsection.
A punch combination from Tromble misses.
Tromble with a hook.
Kongo swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Tromble counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Kongo thinking.
Tarik Kongo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kongo looks winded!
Kongo takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kongo throws a series of punches but Tromble avoids them all with ease.
Tromble fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Kongo looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.#T2#
Tromble works Kongo's body with a nice hook.
Tromble lands with a hook. Kongo tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Kongo swinging wildly here.
Tromble scores with the left hand. Kongo knows he should have avoided that one.
Tromble tests Kongo's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Kongo throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
#TD#
and Tromble counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Kongo!
Tromble taking a breather here.
Tromble scores with punches from side control. #T3#
Kongo being controlled for a moment.
Tromble in side control lands a decent elbow.
Tromble working the head and body with strikes.
Kongo taking punishment in the form of punches.
Kongo prevents Tromble from moving into mount.
Kongo is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tromble trying to control the action but Kongo is working from the bottom.
Kongo takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.#T4#
Tromble cracks Kongo with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Kongo is not content to let Tromble control the position.
Tromble lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Tromble landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Tromble wants to control but Kongo is keeping him busy.
Tromble is working Kongo over with some ground and pound from side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kongo is working to avoid the ground and pound but Tromble connects with a decent elbow.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
John Tromble dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Kongo misses with a few strikes there.
It looks like Tromble has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Kongo throws a series of punches but Tromble avoids them all with ease.
Kongo pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Good standup being displayed there by Tromble as he connects with a hook.
Kongo has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Tromble finds it's way round the side to connect with Kongo's head.
Tromble connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Tarik Kongo is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Kongo pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Tromble dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Kongo throws a series of punches but Tromble moves out of range.
It looked like Tromble wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Tromble has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kongo throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Tromble scores with a hook to the body. Kongo takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Kongo fails to land with a series of punches.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kongo throws a combination that misses
and Tromble counters with a series of strikes. Kongo will be more careful next time no doubt.
Kongo is breathing heavily.#T1#
Tromble darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Kongo looks to land a combination but Tromble avoids it well.
Tromble connects with a right hand. Kongo shakes it off.
Kongo dodges the punch combination from Tromble .
Kongo tries to counter with a clinch but Tromble shakes him off and moves away.
Kongo takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Kongo misses with a double jab
and Tromble counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Tromble connects with a body shot.
Tromble looks to land a combination. Kongo sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.#T2#
Jab from Tromble .
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tromble fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Kongo gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Tromble scores with a nice head shot.
Tromble cracks Kongo with a good jab.
Kongo falls off balance throwing a combination
and Tromble connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Tromble cracks Kongo with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Kongo throws a head kick that misses.
Kongo has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Kongo takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Tromble dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T3#
Tromble throws a shot to the body.
Kongo takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Kongo takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Tromble connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Kongo walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Kongo on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Kongo misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Tromble is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kongo can do to turn this around?
Tromble lands a nice hook to Kongo's body. Kongo takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Tromble lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Tromble showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Kongo.
#T4#
Tromble punishes Kongo's body with a nice straight punch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tromble punishes Kongo's body with a nice straight punch.
Tromble ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Tromble paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Tromble getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Tromble scores with a nice head shot.
Tromble closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Tromble cracks Kongo with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#ROC#Kongo is rocked!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tromble lands the left hand.
Kongo is still on wobbly legs! Can Tromble finish him?
Tromble connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
John Tromble dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
A punch lands to the side of Kongo 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Kongo seems to have recovered his senses.
Kongo throws a series of punches but Tromble avoids them all with ease.
Kongo falls off balance throwing a combination
and Tromble counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Tromble bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kongo misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kongo takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Tromble wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tromble paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Kongo swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Tromble counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Tromble swinging wildly here.
Kongo takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1#
Kongo ducks right into an uppercut from Tromble .
Tromble jabs at Kongo's body.
A head kick misses from Kongo.
Tromble keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Tromble lands a nice shot that snaps Kongo's head back.
Tromble jabs at Kongo's body.
Tromble lands with a cross.
Tromble connects with the punch.
Kongo needs to keep his hands up - Tromble had a free shot at his head there.#ROC#Kongo is rocked!
Tromble throws a shot from downtown. Kongo moves away and avoids it.#T2#
Kongo throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Tromble counters with a nice body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kongo throws a half hearted mid kick.
A quick step to the side and Tromble tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tromble wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
John Tromble is winning the standup battle so far.
Tromble lands a jab to the head.
Kongo takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Tromble connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Kongo on the wrong end of a nice jab.
A jab from Tromble does it's job there.
Kongo is still on wobbly legs! Can Tromble finish him?
Kongo takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Tromble misses with a double jab.
Kongo seems to have recovered his senses.
Tromble works over Kongo's head and body with a nice combination.#T3#
Tromble scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Kongo doesn't seem bothered though.
Tromble avoids a punch combination nicely.
Tromble dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Tromble scores with a nice head shot.
Tromble lands with a hook. Kongo tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Tromble connects with a body shot that sends Kongo's belly button to the back.
Tromble fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
No joy there for Kongo, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
#T4#
Tromble throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Kongo stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Tromble wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Tromble jabs Kongo right on the nose. Kongo blinks but takes it well.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tromble cracks Kongo with an open hand slap.
Tromble lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Kongo takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Kongo takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Tarik Kongo has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Left hook, right uppercut from Tromble .
Tromble lands a nice shot to the body.
Tromble moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
John Tromble is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Tromble fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
And that's the end of the fight!
John Tromble showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Tromble 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 Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 30:26
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 30:26
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 30:26
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... John Tromble ! |
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Event:
GDL 44: Byczkiewicz vs Ander 2
Date: Jun 27, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Tyurin gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Tromble is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tyurin.
Tyurin waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tromble .
Tyurin misses with a jab, cross combination.
Tyurin scores with a jab to the head.
Tyurin looks to score with a jab to the body but Tromble is just out of range.
Tromble avoids a punch combination nicely.
Tromble waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tyurin.
Tyurin looks to land a right hand but Tromble moved out of range.
Tromble walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Tyurin scores with a body shot.
Tromble misses with a hook. Tyurin ducked under it nicely.
Tromble swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tromble just misses with a punch to the body.
Tyurin cracks Tromble with a big right hand that sees him stumbling back against the cage! Tromble falls to his knees and Tyurin doesn't need a second invitatation - he rushes in and fires off several unanswered shots that force the referee to stop the fight! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Philipp Tyurin!
Philipp Tyurin 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 38: River vs Tragedy
Date: May 30, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Jones gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Tromble counters with a series of strikes. Jones will be more careful next time no doubt.
Tromble stuffs the takedown attempt from Jones. Jones gets slowly back to his feet.
Jones looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Tromble is fending him off so far but Jones persists. Nope, Tromble circles away and we're back to standing.
Jones definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sandy Jones. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Jones fails in his attempt to clinch.
Jones with a lazy takedown attempt
and Tromble counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Jones misses with a takedown attempt
and Tromble counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Tromble throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Jones takes a jab right on the kisser.
Jones throws a chopping leg kick but Tromble manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Tromble fails to land with a series of punches.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
The crowd cheers as Tromble lands an impressive looking overhand right. Jones doesn't seem phased though.
Jones takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#T1#
Tromble scores with a body shot.
Tromble fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Jones looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Tromble misses the jab.
Tromble dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Jones dives in and grabs Tromble 's left leg, looking for a takedown. Tromble pushes down on Jones's head and hops out.
A little jabbing left from Tromble on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Tromble stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Tromble wants it to stay on the feet.
Jones is breathing heavily.
Tromble scores with a nice right hand.
Tromble lands a jab to Jones's midsection.
Tromble connects with a nice looking jab.
Jones fails with the takedown.
Tromble scores with a punch to the head.#T2##CL#
Jones rushes Tromble and presses him up against the cage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tromble wants to get back to striking at distance but Jones won't allow it.
#BC2#
Tromble manages to break the clinch.
Tromble scores with a shot to the body.
Jones tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Tromble counters with a right hand to the body.
Tromble has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Jones is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Jones fails with the takedown
and Jones takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Jones tries for a takedown but Tromble circles away easily
and Tromble counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Tromble !
Tromble throws a jab when Jones was well out of range.#T3#
Jones tries to clinch but Tromble moves away
and Tromble counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Jones displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tromble throws out the jab.
Tromble fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Tromble lands a two punch combo.
The fight stays on the outside here - Jones looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Tromble is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Jones with a body shot.
Nice sprawl there from Tromble as Jones shoots in.
Tromble lands with an uppercut that bounces Jones off the cage and back into range.
Sandy Jones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jones takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Tromble .
Jones tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Tromble counters with a straight right hand.#T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tromble misses with an uppercut.
Jones wants to clinch but Tromble slips to the side
and Tromble counters with a straight right hand.
Jones shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Tromble sprawls well. Tromble wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Jones gets slowly back to his feet.
Tromble swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Jones takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Tromble scores with a jab to the body.
Jones on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Jones closes the distance and clinches up with Tromble , looking for a takedown. Jones pushes Tromble against the cage but Tromble circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Jones tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Tromble connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
John Tromble 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#
Jones misses with a takedown attempt
and Tromble counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Jones takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Jones shoots in looking for a takedown but Tromble manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Jones's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
John Tromble seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Tromble throws a shot to the body.
Sandy Jones is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Jones tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Tromble counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Tromble scores with a jab to the body.
Jones with a lazy takedown attempt
enabling Tromble to counter with a crisp jab.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sandy Jones. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tromble moves into range and connects with a jab.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Nice defenses there by Jones.
Tromble fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Jones on the side of the head.
Tromble moves into range and connects with a jab. #T1#
The fighters circle momentarily. Tromble darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Jones misses with a takedown
and Tromble counters with a nice body shot.
Tromble lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Jones moves away from the strike by Tromble .
Jones looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Tromble lands a jab to the head.
Jab by Tromble .
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Tromble , as that shot connected.
Jones shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Tromble has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Tromble lands a nice looking body shot.
Jones takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Tromble lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Jones backs up against the cage.
#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jones darts in trying to clinch
enabling Tromble to counter with a crisp jab.
Jones takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
This is turning into a torrid day at the office for Jones. He's trying desperately to land a takedown but he's failing miserably and getting slapped silly on the feet to compound his misery.
Tromble lands with a good body shot.
Tromble scores with the left hand. Jones knows he should have avoided that one.
Tromble scores with a body shot.
Tromble comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Jones wants to clinch but Tromble slips to the side
letting Tromble counter with a right hand.
Tromble with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Tromble with a jab.
Tromble throws an overhand right that lands on Jones's shoulder, as Jones tries to avoid the shot. #T3#
Jones takes one on the button.
Tromble lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Tromble works the jab nicely.
Jones looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Tromble scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Tromble scores with a jab.
Nice uppercut there from Tromble .
Tromble looks to land a combination. Jones sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Tromble tests Jones's chin there with a solid looking shot.
John Tromble is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Tromble with a nice cross.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jones throws a lazy head kick
and Tromble counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
The fight stays on the outside here - Jones looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#T4##CL#
Jones clinches up against the cage.#BC2#
Tromble 's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Jones blocks a jab.
Tromble catches Jones with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Tromble connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Tromble throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Jones stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Tromble with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Tromble loads up on a big right hand but Jones slips the punch.
Tromble misses with a looping left.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
John Tromble showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Jones misses with a takedown attempt - Tromble sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
The fight stays on the outside here - Jones looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Jones is trying hard to land a takedown here. Tromble sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Tromble ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Tromble fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Jones keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tromble .
A slow jab from Tromble misses its intended target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jones gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Tromble counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sandy Jones. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Jones darts in trying to clinch
and Tromble counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1#
Tromble scores with a jab. Jones acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Jones throws a head kick that misses
and Tromble counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Tromble circles away from the clinch attempt.
Tromble waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Jones.
Tromble scores with a punch to the head.
Jones fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Tromble avoids it really well and circles away.
Tromble lands with a right hand. #T2#
Horrible takedown attempt by Jones or perhaps it was just good defense by Tromble , which made it look bad.
Jones throws a right and a left that Tromble avoids nicely.
Tromble lands with an overhand left.
Tromble throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Tromble connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Tromble throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jones shoots and misses
and Tromble counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Tromble dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A nice combination there by Tromble .
A left lands for Tromble .
A cross from Tromble lands.#T3#
Tromble connects with a crisp jab.
A punch lands to the side of Jones 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Tromble lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Tromble ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Jones ducks right into an uppercut from Tromble .
Tromble cracks Jones with a right hand to the side of the head.
Jones misses with a takedown
and Tromble connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#ROC2#Jones is rocked!
Tromble is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Tromble throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Tromble ducks down and throws a hook to the body.#T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tromble moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Tromble connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Oh Jones is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Tromble lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Jones at a distance.
Jones seems to have got his legs back now.
Tromble connects with a looping right hand.
Tromble with a nice cross.
Jones takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Tromble scores with a three punch combo!
Nice takedown defense from Tromble . No joy for Jones on that attempt.
Tromble connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Tromble digs a good hook to Jones's body.
Jones has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Jones there as he acknowledges the shot.
Sandy Jones has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
John Tromble is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Tromble feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Joness jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
And that's the end of the fight!
John Tromble comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Tromble winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 24:30
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 24:30
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 24:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... John Tromble ! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 23, 2020 |
#R1#
Hunter tries a head kick but it misses.
Hunter shoots in but Tromble avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Tromble scores with a hook.
Hunter looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Tromble is fending him off so far but Hunter persists. Nope, Tromble circles away and we're back to standing.
Hunter shoots in and drives through. Tromble sprawls well.
Tromble looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Adrian Hunter. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Hunter is defended easily by Tromble .
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tromble needs to keep his hands up - Hunter had a free shot at his head there.#T1#
Hunter misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
John Tromble is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Tromble avoids the head kick by Hunter.
Hunter wants to clinch.
Tromble lands a jab to the head.
Hunter shoots for a takedown but Tromble saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Tromble doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Tromble works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Hunter takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #T2#
Tromble scores with a sloppy right hand. Hunter should have avoided that one.
Hunter tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Tromble swivels and escapes.
Tromble looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Hunter shoots for a double leg takedown but Tromble sprawls well. He's pushed Hunter's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Hunter is breathing heavily.
Hunter fails with the takedown
and Tromble counters with a left and a right that stings Hunter.
Hunter looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hunter takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Tromble wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Hunter takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Hunter takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Tromble lands a nice shot to the body.
#T3#
Tromble connects with a body shot that sends Hunter's belly button to the back.
Hunter could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Tromble throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Hunter shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Hunter shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Tromble counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Tromble is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Hunter had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Nice shot by Tromble .
Hunter on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Tromble looks to land a combination but Hunter avoids it well.
Tromble jabs at Hunter's body.
Tromble slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Hunter on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#T4#
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!
Tromble connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Tromble pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Hunter back to the cage. Tromble follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Tromble throws out a powerful jab.
Tromble looks to land a combination but Hunter avoids it well.
Hunter closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Tromble keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Hunter tries a low kick but Tromble avoids it.
Tromble throws out a counter right but Hunter avoids it with no problem.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tromble . Hunter does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tromble fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Hunter manages to avoid it.
Hunter tries to clinch but Tromble moves away
and Tromble counters with a right hand to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tromble . Hunter does a little dance to reset his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
John Tromble dominated that round.
That's time! Hunter's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Hunter tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Tromble counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Hunter shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Tromble pinned against the cage. Tromble gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Tromble cracks Hunter with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Adrian Hunter seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hunter takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Hunter throws a head kick that misses.
As Hunter backs off Tromble throws a huge counter combo but Hunter manages to avoid it all.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Hunter might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Tromble slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.#T1#
Hunter walks into a left hand.
Jab from Tromble .
Hunter looks for a takedown but Tromble sprawls well.
A little jabbing left from Tromble on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Hunter takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Tromble with a nice cross.
Hunter needs to keep his hands up - Tromble had a free shot at his head there.
Tromble lands an overhand right.
Tromble lands a lovely overhand right.
Hunter dives in for a single leg takedown but Tromble sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Tromble looks like he wants to counter punch here.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Adrian Hunter. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T2#
Tromble misses the shot to the body.
It looked like Hunter wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Tromble takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hunter looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Tromble uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Hunter gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Tromble counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#ROC2#
Hunter is rocked!
Hunter walks into a stiff left hand from Tromble .
Oh Hunter is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Tromble misses with a double jab.
Hunter seems to have got his legs back now.
Tromble scores with a jab.
Hunter takes one on the button.
Jab from Tromble .#T3#
Hunter tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Tromble swivels and escapes.
Tromble is looking for the big counter here.
Tromble throws a right and a left that Hunter avoids nicely.
Hunter throws a nice looking combination but Tromble bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Tromble looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Hunter fails to land with a series of punches.
Tromble keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Tromble scores with a nice right hand.
Left hook, right uppercut from Tromble .
Tromble connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Tromble connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Tromble walks forward and throws a big overhand right! Hunter drops to the floor like a sack of potatoes! Tromble swarms on him with more punches until the referee wrestles him away from Hunter's unconscious body! Wow, that was brutal!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). John Tromble !
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