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Event:
CCC 20 : Nagibatel vs Martinez
Date: Apr 14, 2024 |
#R1#
Kanaani throws a body shot but no joy.
Kanaani moves away from the strike by Greyvine.
Greyvine dodges the punch combination from Kanaani.
Jab from Kanaani.
Kanaani misses with a low kick as Greyvine jumps back.
Greyvine throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#KD#
Greyvine lands a left and a right that send Kanaani crashing to the mat, dazed. Greyvine thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#CUT#It looks like Mehdi Kanaani has been cut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Greyvine looks to score with a jab to the body but Kanaani is just out of range.
Kanaani fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Greyvine.
Kanaani looks to land a combination. Greyvine sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Greyvine looks to land a right hand but Kanaani moved out of range.
Kanaani uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Greyvine.
Kanaani looks to land a right hand but Greyvine moved out of range.
Kanaani misses with a looping right.
Nice defenses there by Greyvine.
Greyvine throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
#T1#
Greyvine tests Kanaani's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Chance Greyvine seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kanaani scores with a hook.
Greyvine throws a series of punches but Kanaani avoids them all with ease.
Greyvine stuffs the takedown attempt from Kanaani. Kanaani gets slowly back to his feet.
Greyvine misses with a few strikes there.
A telegraphed right hand from Kanaani misses the target.
Greyvine fails to land with a series of punches.
Greyvine throws a body shot but no joy.
Greyvine throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Greyvine wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Greyvine is looking to wear down Kanaani with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Kanaani throws a right and a left that Greyvine avoids nicely.
Greyvine takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kanaani keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kanaani fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Greyvine manages to avoid it.
A quick step to the side and Greyvine tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nice cross by Greyvine.#CUT#That has opened up Mehdi Kanaani's cut even more.#T2#
Greyvine lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
A decent looking cross lands there for Greyvine.
Greyvine misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
#CL#
Greyvine has Kanaani up against the cage in a clinch.
#BC#
Greyvine breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Greyvine misses with a wild combination.
Greyvine goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Kanaani thows a leg kick but Greyvine checks it #KD#
and Greyvine counters with a crisp one two that drops Kanaani! Greyvine thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Kanaani to his feet! Kanaani is in big trouble!#ROC#Kanaani is rocked!#CUT#The cut above Mehdi Kanaani's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Kanaani backs away from a small jab... but Greyvine lunges forward with a huge superman punch! Kanaani crumples to the ground as his mouth piece is sent flying! Greyvine with a spectacular finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Superman Punch). Chance Greyvine!
An out of breath Chance Greyvine thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
CCC 13 : Nogueira vs Oren
Date: Mar 17, 2024 |
#R1#
Kanaani thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kanaani throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Sharpe working aggressively here.
Kanaani drops down looking for an ankle pick but Sharpe pulls his leg out and moves away.
Sharpe connects with a jab.
Sharpe has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Kanaani finds it's way round the side to connect with Sharpe's head. #CL#
Sharpe moves into the clinch successfully.
Sharpe misses with the head strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A right handed body shot lands from Sharpe.
Sharpe tries for a takedown. No joy.
Kanaani lands a body shot.
Sharpe is looking for a takedown.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Kanaani. #T1#
A quick uppercut on the inside from Sharpe.
Sharpe slows down the pace here.
Sharpe is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Kanaani gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Donovan Sharpe. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sharpe can't get the takedown.
A head punch on the inside from Kanaani fails to land.
Sharpe struggles to land a body shot inside as Kanaani controls his hands.
#TD#
Sharpe tightens his grip and picks Kanaani up, before dumping him to the ground. Kanaani manages to land in guard.
Kanaani scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Kanaani throws a body shot but no joy.
Sharpe takes a shot to the body in his stride.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sloppy strikes from Kanaani. Those never looked like landing. #TD2#
Kanaani looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Sharpe!
Sharpe gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #T2#
Kanaani not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Sharpe pushes Kanaani off looking to stand but Kanaani dives back in and keeps control.
#ES#
Sharpe makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
Kanaani looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Sharpe is fending him off so far but Kanaani persists. Nope, Sharpe circles away and we're back to standing.
Sharpe uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kanaani.
Some bone on bone action there as Sharpe checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
A counter left hand to the body from Sharpe misses its target.#TD#
Sharpe shoots in and bounces Kanaani off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Sharpe lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Kanaani 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.
Kanaani utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #T3#
Sharpe controlling from the top position.
Sharpe sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Kanaani's guard.
Sharpe drops an elbow to the side of Kanaani's head.
Kanaani wants to get back to his feet.
Sharpe throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Sharpe missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Sharpe working over Kanaani with some ground and pound. Kanaani looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#SUB#
Sharpe is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Kanaani sees it coming and defends easily.
Sharpe will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Kanaani is trying to stand.
#T4#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Sharpe is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Sharpe has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Sharpe throwing shots but Kanaani is blocking nicely.
Well, if Sharpe 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.
Kanaani is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Sharpe scores with a couple of nice shots.
Kanaani really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Sharpe. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Kanaani blocking the ground and pound attempt from Sharpe.
Sharpe takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Kanaani controlling the position well.
Kanaani is trying to maintain the position but Sharpe is very close to passing his half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Donovan Sharpe dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2##CL#
Sharpe drives through and clinches with Kanaani against the cage.
Sharpe prevents a body shot from Kanaani. #BC#
Sharpe breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Sharpe fails with a takedown attempt. #TD2#
Kanaani looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Sharpe pushes Kanaani off and gets back to his feet.
Sharpe is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kanaani can do to turn this around?
Sharpe takes one on the chin but seems OK.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#TD#
Sharpe shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Kanaani kicks Sharpe off and gets back to his feet.#T1##TD#
Sharpe feints and as Kanaani raises his hands in defense, Sharpe changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Sharpe missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Sharpe lands a couple of digs.
Sharpe throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Kanaani works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Sharpe is working Kanaani over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Sharpe chips away with some ground and pound.
Kanaani wants to sweep but no luck.
We've been hearing that Sharpe has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Sharpe chips away with some ground and pound.
Sharpe's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Sharpe throwing strikes from guard but Kanaani blocks nicely.
Kanaani is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Sharpe throwing strikes but missing. #T2#
Sharpe seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Kanaani utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Sharpe won't allow Kanaani to sweep him here.
Sharpe scoring with punches to the head and body.
Kanaani working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Sharpe.
Sharpe wants to control from the top but Kanaani keeps moving.
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!
Sharpe engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T3#
Sharpe throws a big elbow that misses.
Kanaani is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#CL#
Sharpe moves into the clinch.#TD#
Sharpe pulls guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kanaani throws a big elbow that misses.
Kanaani scoring with punches to the head and body.
Sharpe throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Kanaani content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #SUB#
Sharpe looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB#
Sharpe pushes a forearm under Kanaani's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Kanaani is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Donovan Sharpe!
Donovan Sharpe seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
WVT 217: Anderson v Mathieu 2
Date: Jan 31, 2024 |
#R1#
Brillo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kanaani moves away.
Kanaani half committed to a counter leg kick.
Kanaani fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Brillo checks it well.
Kanaani throws a series of punches but Brillo moves out of range.
Brillo is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Kanaani looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Kanaani works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Brillo misses with a straight right.
Kanaani throws a solid leg kick but Brillo takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Kanaani.#TD#
Kanaani shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Brillo is controlling Kanaani's posture.
Kanaani cracks Brillo with a solid left hand.
Brillo looking to hit a scissor sweep but Kanaani is one step ahead there.
Kanaani has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Kanaani throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Kanaani postures up in Brillo's guard and throws a big left but Brillo blocks it. #T1#
Brillo utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Brillo is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Brillo thows a huge punch but Kanaani dodges it nicely.
#SUB2#
Brillo is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Kanaani controlling the position for now.
Kanaani is trying to stand.
Kanaani knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Brillo on the ground.
Brillo missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Kanaani taking some punishment here, with Brillo in his half guard. #T2#
Brillo is keen to just control but Kanaani is a slippery customer.
Brillo missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Kanaani is looking to improve his position.
Brillo has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Kanaani moves into full guard.
Brillo postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Kanaani holds on and takes a little breather.
Kanaani keeping moving, preventing Brillo from controlling successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Brillo postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #T3#
Brillo content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Brillo postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Brillo working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Kanaani's head.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Brillo accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Kanaani looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Brillo trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Kanaani wants to sweep here but Brillo controlling him for the moment.
Brillo throwing strikes from guard but Kanaani blocks nicely.
Brillo stops Kanaani from standing up.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Brillo working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Kanaani seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Brillo has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Brillo throws a right hand that misses
and Kanaani cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Brillo checks the leg kick nicely there.
The fighters circling - Kanaani throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Brillo looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Kanaani fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Brillo looks to clinch
and Kanaani counters with a one-two to the body.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kanaani throws a series of punches but Brillo avoids them all with ease.
Brillo is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
Kanaani does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Kanaani misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Brillo.
Brillo looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Some wild striking there from Kanaani.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mehdi Kanaani dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Kanaani misses with a looping right.
Brillo tries to counter by closing the distance.
Brillo shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Kanaani pinned against the cage. Kanaani gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Brillo rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
letting Kanaani counter with a right hand.
Kanaani throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kanaani waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Brillo.
Kanaani misses with an uppercut. Brillo saw that one coming.
Brillo takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Brillo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kanaani moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kanaani moves out of range as Brillo strikes.
Kanaani connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Kanaani throws a hook but Brillo avoids it easily.#TD2#
Brillo gets the takedown into side control.
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!
Brillo cracks Kanaani with an elbow. That is naaassty.#T1#
Brillo working away.
Brillo landing strikes.
Brillo trying to control the action but Kanaani is working from the bottom.
Both fighters take a look at the clock.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kanaani pushes Brillo away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Brillo gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
You can see the frustration on Kanaani's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#ES#
Kanaani throws Brillo to one side and escapes!
Kanaani jabs Brillo right on the nose. Brillo blinks but takes it well.
Kanaani looks to score with a jab to the body but Brillo is just out of range.
Mehdi Kanaani is winning the standup battle so far.
Kanaani tries a low kick but Brillo avoids it.
Kanaani connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Brillo misses with a straight right. #CL2#
Brillo rushes Kanaani and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Kanaani blocking some punches.
Brillo drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Brillo wants a takedown.
Mehdi Kanaani has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Amarillo Brillo.
Kanaani tries to stall but Brillo uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
#T3#
Kanaani is trying to stall.
Brillo creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.#BC#
Kanaani pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
A jab from Kanaani misses.
Brillo tries to move into range but Kanaani moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Kanaani fails to land with a series of punches.
Brillo fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Brillo darts in looking for a takedown but Kanaani gets double underhooks and turns Brillo into the cage.
A big right from Kanaani misses. #TD#
Kanaani throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Brillo was covering up waiting for the punch and Kanaani finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Kanaani trying to control but Brillo is working from the bottom. #T4#
Kanaani stands up over Brillo, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Kanaani is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Brillo looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Brillo bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Kanaani's guard. #REVB#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kanaani looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Brillo throws a big right hand that misses.
Brillo with a flurry of punches that miss.
Brillo throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Kanaani works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Kanaani bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Brillo's guard. #REVR#
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mehdi Kanaani dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Brillo rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Kanaani cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Brillo wants to clinch.
Brillo misses with a two punch combination.
Brillo looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Kanaani is fending him off so far but Brillo persists. Nope, Kanaani circles away and we're back to standing.
Kanaani connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Brillo shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Kanaani as he avoids it easily.
A jab from Kanaani does it's job there.
Brillo blocks a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brillo gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Kanaani counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Mehdi Kanaani has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Amarillo Brillo.
Kanaani darts in and lands a big hook, right on the button! Brillo's legs crumble underneath him as he falls to the canvas! The ref tackles Kanaani before he gets to land any more shots to his stricken foe.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:56 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Mehdi Kanaani!
A victorious Mehdi Kanaani 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:
WVT 210: Fedetenko v Shida
Date: Jan 13, 2024 |
#R1#
Luciano is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kanaani.
Kanaani looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Luciano waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kanaani.
Kanaani bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kanaani swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Luciano misses with an uppercut. Kanaani saw that one coming.
A big right from Luciano misses.
Kanaani thuds a left hand into Luciano's body.
Kanaani gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.#CUT2#It looks like Mehdi Kanaani has been cut.
Luciano looks to land a right hand but Kanaani moved out of range.
Kanaani lands a jab to the nose.
Kanaani connects with a good right hand that stumbles Luciano. Luciano circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Luciano blocks a jab.
Kanaani jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kanaani misses with a jab, cross combination.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kanaani cracks Luciano with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Kanaani moves out of range of the strikes.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Kanaani.
Kanaani lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Kanaani avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T1#
Luciano throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kanaani rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Luciano moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Luciano thows a left - swing and a miss!
Luciano slips a jab and a cross from Kanaani.
Antonio Luciano seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Luciano throws a lazy uppercut
and Kanaani counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kanaani keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Luciano.
Luciano throws a jab but it's blocked by Kanaani.
Luciano throws a hook but Kanaani blocks it.
Luciano swings widly with a right hand
and Kanaani counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Luciano throws out a loose jab but Kanaani uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kanaani went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
A cross from Luciano lands.
Kanaani looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#KD2#
Luciano cracks Kanaani with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Kanaani looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Luciano finish him?
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kanaani misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Luciano on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Kanaani moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Luciano looks to land a right hand but Kanaani moved out of range.
Luciano missing with a left hand there. Kanaani was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Luciano throws a hook but Kanaani blocks it.#T2#
Luciano misses with a hook
and Kanaani counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#KD2#
Luciano lands a big right hand that sends Kanaani crashing to the mat! Luciano stays standing though and waves Kanaani back to his feet!#ROC2#Kanaani is rocked!#CUT2#Mehdi Kanaani's cut is getting worse.
Luciano lands with a massive overhand right! Stick a fork in Kanaani - he's out cold! Ermm... I think I just mixed my metaphors but yeah... That was a nice KO! Big win for Luciano!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:13 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Antonio Luciano!
Antonio Luciano seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
H29
Date: Nov 26, 2023 |
#R1#
Elizondo moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Kanaani throws a leg kick but Elizondo checks it.
Elizondo throws a leg kick but Kanaani checks it.
Elizondo throws a head kick that misses.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Kanaani lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Elizondo has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Elizondo and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Elizondo replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Kanaani blocks it well.
Elizondo will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Kanaani looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Kanaani throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Elizondo counters with a right hand to the body.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Elizondo.
Kanaani uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Kanaani misses the shot to the body.
Elizondo cracks Kanaani with a good jab.
Kanaani lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Elizondo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kanaani.
Kanaani lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Elizondo at a distance.
Kanaani looks to land a right hand but Elizondo moved out of range.
Elizondo rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Kanaani moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Elizondo lands a leg kick that knocks Kanaani off balance momentarily.
Elizondo throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#T1#
Kanaani throws the left hand but Elizondo avoids the punch easily.
A chopping leg kick lands by Elizondo.
Elizondo throws a jab but it's blocked by Kanaani.
Elizondo checks a leg kick.
Elizondo throws the left hand but Kanaani avoids the punch easily.
Elizondo swings for the body but Kanaani moves out of range.
A punch lands to the side of Elizondo 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Kanaani throws a leg kick but Elizondo sees it coming and moves out of range.
Kanaani punishes Elizondo's body with a nice straight punch.
Elizondo moves out of range of the strikes.
Elizondo swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Elizondo scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Elizondo wants to land a leg kick but Kanaani is out of range.
Elizondo defending well as Kanaani loads up on a big left hand.
Elizondo flicks out a counter leg kick but Kanaani steps away.
Gaizka Elizondo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kanaani throws a right hand that misses
letting Elizondo counter with a right hand.
Kanaani thuds his right hand into Elizondo's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Elizondo misses with a straight left.
Elizondo 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.
Kanaani swings widly with a right hand
and Elizondo counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Elizondo dips to his left and cracks Kanaani with an uppercut!
Elizondo lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook. #CUT2#It looks like Mehdi Kanaani has been cut.
Elizondo throws a big shot that misses.
Elizondo misses the jab.
Elizondo has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Decent striking displayed by Elizondo there.
Kanaani buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Elizondo is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Kanaani swings away with a body shot that misses
letting Elizondo counter with a right hand.
Elizondo lands a body shot.
Kanaani loads up on a big right hand but Elizondo slips the punch.
Elizondo misses with a hook
and Kanaani counters with a left to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kanaani scores with the left hand. Elizondo knows he should have avoided that one.
Elizondo ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Elizondo bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Gaizka Elizondo is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kanaani. Elizondo does a little dance to reset his feet.
Elizondo appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Gaizka Elizondo will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Mehdi Kanaani's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Elizondo scores with a jab to the head.
Kanaani throws a lazy right hand but Elizondo sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A jab from Elizondo finds it's way through Kanaani's defenses.
Nice body punch from Elizondo.
Elizondo plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Elizondo fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Elizondo ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Kanaani throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Elizondo sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Gaizka Elizondo seems to be getting the better of the standup.
An inside leg kick lands from Elizondo.
Elizondo connects with a body shot that sends Kanaani's belly button to the back.
Elizondo throws a shot from downtown. Kanaani moves away and avoids it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kanaani is pinned up against the ropes taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Elizondo plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Good standup being displayed there by Elizondo as he connects with a hook.
Elizondo moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Elizondo misses with an uppercut
and Kanaani counters with a straight right hand.#T1#
A clash of legs there as Elizondo blocks the low kick.
Elizondo takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Kanaani swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Elizondo looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Good standup being displayed there by Elizondo as he connects with a hook.
Kanaani throws a poor cross that misses
and Elizondo counters with a stiff right hand.
Elizondo misses with a hook.
Elizondo scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Elizondo plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Kanaani lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Nice defenses there by Kanaani.
Kanaani thows a leg kick but Elizondo checks it
and Elizondo makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Elizondo lands with a thumping leg kick.
Kanaani walks into a jab.
A big right from Elizondo misses.
Elizondo has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T2#
Kanaani connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Elizondo throws a head kick that half lands.
Elizondo lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Elizondo ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kanaani misses with a series of wild punches.
Kanaani takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Kanaani moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Elizondo lands with a nice body punch.
Kanaani swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Elizondo lands with a kick to the temple. Kanaani shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Kanaani on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Elizondo. Elizondo obviously looking to wear him down.
Elizondo misses with a body shot
and Kanaani counters with a thumping low kick.
Kanaani keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Gaizka Elizondo showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Mehdi Kanaani's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Elizondo buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Elizondo scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Kanaani on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Elizondo. Elizondo obviously looking to wear him down.
Kanaani rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Elizondo moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Elizondo blocks the body kick.
Elizondo bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Elizondo throws a looping overhand right but Kanaani ducks down to avoid it.
Kanaani misses with a combination
and Elizondo counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Nice jab there from Kanaani.
Elizondo throws a hook but Kanaani blocks it.
As Elizondo backs away, Kanaani returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kanaani falls off balance throwing a combination
and Elizondo counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A nice inside leg kick there by Elizondo. That's going to slow Kanaani down.
Elizondo rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Kanaani counters with a series of strikes. Elizondo will be more careful next time no doubt. #ROC#Elizondo is rocked!
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!
A slow jab from Elizondo misses its intended target.
Elizondo is still on wobbly legs! Can Kanaani finish him?#T1#
Kanaani waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Elizondo.
Kanaani takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Kanaani is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Elizondo throws a body kick that misses.
Kanaani throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Elizondo seems to have recovered his senses.
Elizondo scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Kanaani doesn't seem bothered though.
Elizondo lands with a cross.
Elizondo swinging wildly here.
Kanaani throws an overhand right that lands on Elizondo's shoulder, as Elizondo tries to avoid the shot.
Elizondo scores with a decent looking hook.
Kanaani misses with a hook to the body
and Elizondo counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Elizondo bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Kanaani on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Elizondo. Elizondo obviously looking to wear him down.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kanaani waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Elizondo.
Elizondo looks to land a right hand but Kanaani moved out of range.
Some wild striking there from Kanaani.
#T2#
Elizondo throws a body punch but Kanaani moves out of range.
A nice leg kick lands there from Elizondo.
Elizondo's corner calls for a 1-2. Elizondo obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
A jab from Elizondo does it's job there.
Elizondo checks a leg kick.
Kanaani has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Elizondo.
Elizondo dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Kanaani. That did some damage!
Elizondo on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Kanaani scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Mehdi Kanaani has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kanaani takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Elizondo lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kanaani moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Elizondo lands a jab.
Kanaani misses with a low kick.
Kanaani moves forwards but Elizondo connects with a nice, crisp jab.
And that's the end of the fight!
Gaizka Elizondo comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Elizondo has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Seu Braga scores the fight 27:30
Judge Edson Gomes scores the fight 27:30
Judge Luis Engracia scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gaizka Elizondo!
A very excited looking Gaizka Elizondo made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
H23
Date: Oct 28, 2023 |
#R1#
Kallio keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kanaani.
Kanaani checks a low kick from Kallio.
Kallio throws a right hand that Kanaani ducks under and follows up with a left that Kanaani also avoids with ease.
Kallio lands with a straight right. Kanaani didn't see that one coming.#CUT2#It looks like Mehdi Kanaani has been cut.
A left and a right from Kanaani both land. Nice combination.
Kallio fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
A shot to the body from Kanaani misses
and Kallio finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Kallio misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kanaani.
Kanaani looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Kanaani uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kallio.
Kanaani on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kanaani moves out of range of the strikes.
Kallio keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kanaani throws a jab but it's blocked by Kallio.
Kallio looks to land a right hand but Kanaani moved out of range.
Kallio scores with a head kick. Kanaani tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Kallio is looking to land body kicks.
A little feinted left hand from Kanaani on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#T1#
A big right from Kanaani misses.
A combination from Kallio does no damage.
Kanaani fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kallio manages to avoid it.
Kanaani on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Kanaani misses with a low kick.
Kallio unleashes a big counter combination but Kanaani bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Kallio showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Kanaani.
Kanaani throws a jab but it's blocked by Kallio.
Kallio is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Kanaani with a body shot.
Kallio lands with a nice body kick.
Kanaani thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kallio throws a predictable looking body shot
and Kanaani counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kallio just misses with a punch to the body.
A chopping leg kick lands by Kallio.
Kanaani uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.#CUT#It looks like Kimmo Kallio has been cut.#T2#
Kanaani takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
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!
Kallio throws a one two combo.
Kallio lands with a straight right. Kanaani didn't see that one coming.#CUT2#Mehdi Kanaani's cut is getting worse.
The fighters circling - Kallio throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kanaani fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kallio manages to avoid it.
Kanaani throws a low kick but Kallio avoids it.
Kanaani misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kallio.
Kallio let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Kanaani takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Kallio swings for the body but Kanaani moves out of range.
Kallio moves away from the strike by Kanaani.
Kallio avoids the body shot from Kanaani.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kallio misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Kanaani counters with a nice body shot.
Kallio has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Kallio connects with a good right hand that stumbles Kanaani. Kanaani circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Kallio lands with a kick to the temple. Kanaani shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?" #CUT2#Mehdi Kanaani's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Kallio walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Kimmo Kallio dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Kallio scores with a push kick.
Kanaani bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Kanaani misses with an uppercut
and Kallio counters with a nice body kick.
Kallio keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kanaani.
Kallio swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Kallio scores with a body shot.
Kanaani misses with a double jab.
Kallio tries a quick counter leg kick but Kanaani is wise to it.
Kallio tries to move into range but Kanaani moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Kallio keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kanaani misses the shot to the body.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kallio! But no joy.
Kanaani takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Kanaani throws a combination that misses
and Kallio makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Kallio jabs Kanaani to the body, keeping him at a distance.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kallio throws a quick inside leg kick.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Kanaani takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Kallio jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
#T1#
Kallio throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Kanaani on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Kallio has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Kimmo Kallio seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kallio moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Kallio stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Kanaani is looking to chop away at Kallio's legs.
Mehdi Kanaani seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A combination from Kallio does no damage.
Kallio lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Kallio thows a body kick. Kanaani tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Kanaani shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Kallio lets loose with a powerful body kick. Kanaani will feel that in the morning.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kallio throws a body kick that digs right into the meat. #KD2#
Kallio lands a head kick that bluckles Kanaani and drops him to the canvas. He's still conscious but it looks like it's going to take him the full 10 seconds to get back his senses! He's up on 9 and seems to be just about OK to continue.... the referee agrees and we're back to the action with Kallio no doubt looking to push for a finish!#ROC2#Kanaani is rocked!
Kanaani glances at the clock... BAM! Kallio nails him with a big right hand! A momentary lapse in concentration sends Kanaani crashing to the mat! The referee steps in and this one is over! Damn, Kanaani is out of it, he thinks the ref is his opponent!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Kimmo Kallio!
Kimmo Kallio thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
H20
Date: Oct 15, 2023 |
#R1#
Kanaani dodges the punch combination from Amida.
Amida is looking to clinch but Kanaani is avoiding it.
Kanaani misses the jab.
Amida lands a lovely overhand right.
Amida really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Kanaani misses with a body shot.
Kanaani keeps the fight on the outside.
Amida looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Kanaani throws a right hand that Amida ducks under and follows up with a left that Amida also avoids with ease.
Good shot there by Amida.
Amida jabs Kanaani right on the nose. Kanaani blinks but takes it well.
Amida blocks a jab.
Amida doesn't manage to clinch there - Kanaani circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Amida lands with a kick to the temple. Kanaani shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Amida throws a head kick that misses.
Amida misses with a body shot.
Amida fails in his attempt to clinch.
Kanaani scores with a jab to the jaw.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Amida slips under a jab.#T1#
Kanaani throws a right and a left that both miss.
Amida scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Kanaani misses with a hook
and Amida connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Amida keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Kanaani lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Kanaani lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Amida scores with the left hand. Kanaani knows he should have avoided that one.
Amida connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Amida jabs Kanaani right on the nose. Kanaani blinks but takes it well.
Kanaani jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Amida misses with the combination.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Amida throws a combination that misses
and Kanaani counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kanaani on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
A telegraphed right hand from Kanaani misses the target.
Amida throws a big counter combination but Kanaani scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Amida is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Kanaani missing with a left hand there. Amida was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #CL#
Amida fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Kanaani, pushing him back against the ropes.#T2##BC#
Amida pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Kanaani misses with a looping right.
A clash of legs there as Amida blocks the low kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Amida. Kanaani does a little dance to reset his feet.#CL#
Amida forces Kanaani back against the ropes and clinches.#BC2#
Kanaani pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Amida uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kanaani.
Kanaani takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Amida throws a sloppy head kick and Kanaani moves out of range easily.
Kanaani misses with a straight left.
Kanaani rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Amida connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kanaani lands a jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kanaani throws a jab but it's blocked by Amida.
Amida scores with a head kick. Kanaani tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Minoari Amida seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Amida defending well as Kanaani loads up on a big left hand.
Amida went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Amida throws a right hand that Kanaani ducks under and follows up with a left that Kanaani also avoids with ease.
Kanaani is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Minoari Amida dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Amida works the jab nicely.
Kanaani throws an off balance right hand
letting Amida counter with a right hand.
Good exchange - Amida coming out on top.
Kanaani avoids the head kick by Amida.
#CL#
Amida clinches up with Kanaani and pushes him back against the ropes.
Kanaani tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Amida's elbow.
Kanaani is pushing Amida up against the ropes, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Amida tries to land knees in the clinch but Kanaani avoids the damage to the body.
A right hand to the body from Kanaani.
#BC#
Amida breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kanaani loads up on a big right hand but Amida slips the punch.
Kanaani tries to land a leg kick but Amida saw it coming and moves away.
Kanaani keeps the fight on the outside.
Kanaani throws an overhand right that lands on Amida's shoulder, as Amida tries to avoid the shot.
Kanaani throws a jab when Amida was well out of range.#CL#
Amida rushes Kanaani and presses him up against the ropes.#T1#
Amida missing with knees to the body.
A short uppercut from Kanaani. #BC#
Amida pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Minoari Amida is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kanaani lands a nice shot to the body.
Amida throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Amida throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Kanaani's head.
Amida uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kanaani.
Kanaani misses with a jab, cross combination.
Amida tries to clinch up.
Amida fails with an attempt to clinch.
Amida cracks a nice hook into Kanaani's ribs.
Amida swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Amida throws a nice looking combination but Kanaani bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Amida lands a two punch combo.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Amida throws a nice looking combination but Kanaani bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Kanaani fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Amida looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.#T2#
Amida takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Amida pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Kanaani throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Amida on the side of the head.
Amida tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Amida checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Kanaani looks to land a right hand but Amida moved out of range.
Amida ducks under a wild hook from Kanaani.
Kanaani throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Amida counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Kanaani keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kanaani is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Amida moves into range and connects with a jab.
Amida tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kanaani was well out of range. Poor timing from Amida.
A combination from Amida does no damage.
Amida throws a head kick that misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kanaani! But no joy.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Amida keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kanaani.
Minoari Amida is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Amida misses with a jab, cross combination.
Amida is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Amida scores with a head kick. Kanaani tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Minoari Amida dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Amida fails with an attempt to clinch.
Minoari Amida is winning the standup battle so far.
Kanaani throws a series of punches but Amida moves out of range.
Kanaani looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Some wild striking there from Amida.
Kanaani blocks a head kick by Amida.
#CL#
Amida fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Kanaani, pushing him back against the ropes.
Kanaani goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
#BC#
Amida escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Kanaani throws the kick towards the body but Amida avoids it.
Amida avoids the body shot from Kanaani.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Amida connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
A right-left combo lands from Amida.
Amida scores with a shot to the body.
Kanaani walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kanaani misses with a right hand
and Amida counters with a one-two to the body.
Amida on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kanaani. Kanaani obviously looking to wear him down.
#T1#
Amida tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Kanaani paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Amida lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Amida tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Amida misses with a head kick.
Kanaani scores with a crisp jab that stopped Amida in his tracks. #CL#
Amida gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Amida crunches a lovely knee into Kanaani's ribcage.#BC#
Amida breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Amida moves away from the strike by Kanaani.
Amida darts in trying to clinch
and Kanaani counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Amida showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Kanaani.
Kanaani lands a really nice looking cross but Amida seems unphased.
#T2#
Kanaani throws a jab but it's blocked by Amida.
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!
Kanaani takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Amida throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Kanaani will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Kanaani has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Amida throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Kanaani throws a hook but Amida avoids it easily.
Nice defenses there by Amida.
Kanaani is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Amida.
Kanaani throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Mehdi Kanaani has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Amida keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kanaani.
Kanaani swings widly with a right hand
enabling Amida to counter with a crisp jab.
Amida tries to clinch but Kanaani moves out of range.
Kanaani looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Kanaani misses with an uppercut.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Amida misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kanaani scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Minoari Amida showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Amida 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 Luis Engracia scores the fight 30:27
Judge Seu Braga scores the fight 30:27
Judge Edson Gomes scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Minoari Amida!
Minoari Amida thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
H16
Date: Sep 24, 2023 |
#R1#
Kanaani keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Taurus scores with a jab to the jaw.
A jab from Kanaani does it's job there.#CUT2#It looks like Wesley Taurus has been cut.
Taurus staying out of range there.
Taurus swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Kanaani looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Taurus thumps Kanaani with a low kick.
Kanaani throws a lazy uppercut
and Kanaani takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Kanaani tried to score with a low kick but Taurus checks it.
Taurus connects with the punch.
Kanaani tries to bum rush Taurus with a series of wild strikes but Taurus uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Sloppy strikes from Kanaani. Those never looked like landing.
Taurus lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A swing and a miss from Kanaani.
Kanaani throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Taurus thinks about countering with a body kick.
Kanaani misses the body punch
and Taurus counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Taurus is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Kanaani on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. #T1#
Taurus throws out a powerful jab.
Taurus fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kanaani manages to avoid it.
Taurus looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Kanaani uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Taurus.
Kanaani lands with a nice body punch.
Taurus scores with the left hand. Kanaani knows he should have avoided that one.
Taurus swings for the body but Kanaani moves out of range.
Taurus scores with a decent looking hook.
Taurus takes a jab right on the kisser.
Taurus bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Taurus throws a shot from downtown. Kanaani moves away and avoids it.
Taurus scores with a nice right hand.
Kanaani lands with a straight right. Taurus didn't see that one coming.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kanaani throws a poor cross that misses
letting Taurus counter with a right hand.
Taurus connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Taurus throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Kanaani. #T2#
A big right from Taurus misses.
Kanaani tries to move into range but Taurus moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Kanaani lands with a cross.
Wesley Taurus is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Taurus throws a nice outside leg kick.
Taurus connects with a high kick.
Taurus is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Taurus takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Kanaani misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Kanaani just misses with a punch to the body.
Taurus misses with a hook.
Kanaani scores with a jab.
Kanaani throws a hook to the side of Taurus's head but Taurus sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kanaani misses with a leg kick.
Taurus connects with a right hand. Kanaani shakes it off.
Taurus throws out a powerful jab.
A combination from Taurus does no damage.
Kanaani lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Wesley Taurus dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Wesley Taurus's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Taurus moves out of range of the leg kick from Kanaani.
A slow jab from Taurus misses its intended target.
Taurus scores with a head kick.
Kanaani takes one to the side of the head.
Taurus lands a nice leg kick that just misses Kanaani's sensitive parts.
Taurus misses with a looping right.
Kanaani scores with a punch to the head.
Kanaani just misses with a punch to the body.
#KD2#
Kanaani catches his opponent with a big hook that sends him to the canvas! Taurus stumbles back to his feet but will the referee allow it to continue? Taurus walks forwards and this one will be allowed to continue! Come on!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A looping hook to the body misses from Taurus. Kanaani does a little dance to reset his feet.
Taurus scores with a nice right hand.
Taurus keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kanaani paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#ROC2#Taurus is rocked!
Kanaani swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Oh Taurus is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Kanaani throws a hook but Taurus avoids it easily.
Taurus throws a good cross that connects.
Kanaani throws out a loose jab but Taurus uses good head movement to avoid it. #T1#
Kanaani connects with a crushing straight, right on the bridge of Taurus's nose, sending him crumpling to the mat! That's really rocked Taurus - is he going to beat the count??? 4,5,6,7,8,9.....10 - he's not made it - this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:07 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Mehdi Kanaani!
After winning the bout, Mehdi Kanaani thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
Nfld FN 46
Date: Aug 24, 2023 |
#R1#
Kanaani uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Vartanein has time to react.
Kanaani moves away from the strike by Vartanein.
Kanaani fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Vartanein looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Kanaani avoids the body shot from Vartanein.
A telegraphed right hand from Vartanein misses the target.
Vartanein lands with a straight right. Kanaani didn't see that one coming.
Vartanein works Kanaani's body with a nice hook.
Vartanein really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Nice uppercut there from Vartanein.
A big right from Kanaani misses.
Kanaani takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
A telegraphed right hand from Vartanein misses the target.
Kanaani misses with a looping right.
Kanaani slips under a jab.
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!
Vartanein looks to land a right hand but Kanaani moved out of range.
Nice shot lands for Vartanein.
Vartanein fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kanaani manages to avoid it.
Vartanein throws a body shot but no joy.
Vartanein swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kanaani looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Kanaani scores with a nice strike.#ROC2#Vartanein is rocked!#CUT2#It looks like Romega Vartanein has been cut.#T1#
Kanaani chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Oh Vartanein is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Vartanein stuns Kanaani with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#KD2#
Kanaani drops his shoulder and cracks Vartanein with a huge uppercut! Vartanein goes down! Can Kanaani finish him?
Vartanein managing to control the position.
Kanaani in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Kanaani stopping the sweep attempt from Vartanein.
Vartanein pulls Kanaani in close to his closed guard and prevents Kanaani from doing any damage or advancing position.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kanaani in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Vartanein looking to hit a scissor sweep but Kanaani is one step ahead there.
Kanaani slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Vartanein is pulling down on Kanaani's head to control his posture.
Vartanein seems to have got his legs back now.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#T2##ES#
Vartanein kicks Kanaani off and gets to his feet.
Kanaani will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Romega Vartanein is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kanaani takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.#TD2#
Kanaani shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Vartanein's guard.
Kanaani being controlled here momentarily.
Vartanein continues to stall.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Vartanein is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Vartanein loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Vartanein trying to control the position from guard on top but Kanaani is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Kanaani is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Vartanein controls from within his opponent's guard.
Vartanein throwing strikes from guard but Kanaani blocks nicely.
Vartanein throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Kanaani works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Vartanein trying to control but Kanaani is working from the bottom.
Vartanein stopping the sweep attempt from Kanaani.
Vartanein has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Vartanein wants to control from the top but Kanaani keeps moving.
Vartanein is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Canucks Combat Club that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kanaani preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Vartanein postures up and lands a big shot to Kanaani's brow.
Kanaani seems keen to control Vartanein's posture.
Kanaani looking for a sweep. Not yet Kanaani, not yet.
Kanaani keeping moving, preventing Vartanein from controlling successfully. #SU#
Vartanein gets to his feet - Kanaani follows without any prompting.
Kanaani tries to move into range but Vartanein moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Vartanein connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
A telegraphed right hand from Vartanein misses the target.
Kanaani looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Vartanein throws an overhand right that lands on Kanaani's shoulder, as Kanaani tries to avoid the shot.
Vartanein misses with a wild body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Romega Vartanein will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Romega Vartanein's cut.
That's time! Vartanein's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Vartanein getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Vartanein fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kanaani manages to avoid it.
Kanaani displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Vartanein throws out the jab.
Kanaani looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Nice shot lands for Vartanein.
Vartanein punishes Kanaani's body with a nice straight punch.
Vartanein's jab looks to have found its range, popping Kanaani under the eye.
Kanaani walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Kanaani doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Vartanein looks to score with a jab to the body but Kanaani is just out of range.
Vartanein misses with a wild body shot.
Kanaani works Vartanein's body with a nice hook.
Vartanein misses with a wild body shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kanaani lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Vartanein circles away quickly and effectively.
Vartanein cracks Kanaani with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Kanaani blocks a leg kick.
Kanaani will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Vartanein 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.#T1#
Vartanein moves into range and connects with a jab.
Kanaani lands a lovely overhand right.
Romega Vartanein is winning the standup battle so far.
Kanaani keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A shot to the body from Vartanein misses
and Kanaani counters with an outside leg kick.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Vartanein here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Kanaani avoids the body shot from Vartanein.
Vartanein takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Vartanein throws an overhand right that lands on Kanaani's shoulder, as Kanaani tries to avoid the shot.
Kanaani lands with a shot to the body.
Vartanein scores with a body shot.
Romega Vartanein seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kanaani tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Vartanein defends well and Kanaani ends up having to push Vartanein into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Vartanein tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kanaani was well out of range. Poor timing from Vartanein.
Vartanein tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kanaani was well out of range. Poor timing from Vartanein.
Kanaani has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Kanaani there as he acknowledges the shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Vartanein swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Vartanein is looking to score with low kicks.#T2#
Vartanein wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Vartanein is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kanaani can do to turn this around?
Vartanein tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kanaani was well out of range. Poor timing from Vartanein.
Kanaani throws a leg kick but Vartanein sees it coming and moves out of range.
Kanaani swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Vartanein fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Vartanein lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
The fighters circle momentarily. Vartanein darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Vartanein just misses with a punch to the body.
Vartanein misses with a wild body shot.
Vartanein misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kanaani.
Some bone on bone action there as Vartanein checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Vartanein is looking to counter punch.
Nice straight punches there by Vartanein. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Vartanein.
Vartanein takes one to the chin there.
Kanaani doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Vartanein dips to his left and cracks Kanaani with an uppercut!
Vartanein moves away from the strike by Kanaani. #T3#
Some bone on bone action there as Vartanein checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Kanaani scores with a jab to the head.
Vartanein avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Vartanein scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Vartanein ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kanaani moves away.
Vartanein throws a jab when Kanaani was well out of range.
A shot to the liver by Vartanein. Beautiful body shot.
Kanaani tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Vartanein defends well and Kanaani ends up having to push Vartanein into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Vartanein is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Vartanein swings for the body but Kanaani moves out of range.
Vartanein with a jab.
Vartanein cracks a nice hook into Kanaani's ribs.
Kanaani gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Kanaani throws a chopping leg kick but Vartanein manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Vartanein ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kanaani moves away.
Kanaani moves forwards but Vartanein connects with a nice, crisp jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Vartanein listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.#T4#
Kanaani walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Kanaani takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Kanaani throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Vartanein.
Vartanein fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kanaani manages to avoid it.
Kanaani flicks out a counter leg kick but Vartanein steps away.
Nice shot lands for Vartanein.
Vartanein swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Vartanein takes a swing at Kanaani's ribcage but misses.
Vartanein lands a jab to the nose.
The crowd cheers as Vartanein lands an impressive looking overhand right. Kanaani doesn't seem phased though.
Kanaani swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kanaani throws a right hand that Vartanein ducks under and follows up with a left that Vartanein also avoids with ease.
A combination from Kanaani does no damage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kanaani displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Vartanein throws out the jab.
Kanaani cracks Vartanein with an open hand slap.
Vartanein looks to throw the jab but Kanaani is out of range.
Vartanein misses with a body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Romega Vartanein dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Romega Vartanein's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
A big left from Vartanein misses.
Kanaani slips a straight right by Vartanein.
Kanaani staying out of range there.
Vartanein moves out of range of the strikes.
A little feinted left hand from Vartanein on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Vartanein lands a head kick. Kanaani smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Kanaani has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Kanaani shoots in looking for a takedown. Vartanein tries to sprawl out of it but Kanaani keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Vartanein manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Kanaani takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vartanein scores with a hook.
Kanaani ducks under a wild hook from Vartanein.
Vartanein swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Vartanein scores with a body shot.
Vartanein throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Vartanein swings away with a body shot that misses
and Kanaani connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T1#
Kanaani on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Kanaani throws a combination. Vartanein tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Vartanein dips to his left and cracks Kanaani with an uppercut!
Vartanein bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Vartanein ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kanaani moves away.
Kanaani swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Kanaani avoids the body shot from Vartanein.
Kanaani feints a counter leg kick.
Vartanein connects with a nice looking jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from Vartanein. Kanaani does a little dance to reset his feet.
Vartanein digs a good hook to Kanaani's body.
Vartanein misses with a body shot.
Vartanein throws a body punch but Kanaani moves out of range.
Kanaani swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Kanaani misses with a looping left.
Kanaani takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Kanaani has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Vartanein throws a sloppy body shot
and Kanaani counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Vartanein misses with a jab to the body
and Kanaani counters with a nice leg kick. #T2#
Vartanein ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kanaani moves away.
Vartanein jabs Kanaani to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Kanaani throws a hook but Vartanein avoids it easily.
Vartanein swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Kanaani is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Vartanein.
Vartanein takes a swing at Kanaani's ribcage but misses.
Vartanein connects with a right hand. Kanaani shakes it off.
Kanaani misses with a low kick.
Vartanein misses the shot to the body.
Kanaani takes one to the side of the head.
Kanaani throws a shot from downtown. Vartanein moves away and avoids it.
Nice body punch from Vartanein.
A slow jab from Vartanein misses its intended target.
Kanaani swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Kanaani pivots, looking for a leg kick but Vartanein is out of range and Kanaani settles back down.
Vartanein is looking to wear down Kanaani with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Kanaani lands a nice shot that snaps Vartanein's head back.
Vartanein just misses with a punch to the body.
#T3#
Vartanein throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kanaani rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Vartanein moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Kanaani misses with a body shot.
Kanaani takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Vartanein scores with a punch to the head.
Kanaani throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Vartanein. Kanaani does a little dance to reset his feet.
Vartanein throws a shot to the body.
Kanaani takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Vartanein throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Vartanein scores with a body shot.
Vartanein looks to score with a jab to the body but Kanaani is just out of range.
Vartanein keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Vartanein throws a nice inside leg kick.
Vartanein fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Kanaani looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.#T4#
Vartanein misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kanaani.
Kanaani gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Vartanein.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Vartanein showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Kanaani.
Vartanein misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Vartanein scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Vartanein takes a swing at Kanaani's ribcage but misses.
Kanaani looks to land a combination but Vartanein avoids it well.
Kanaani lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Vartanein at a distance.
Mehdi Kanaani has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Romega Vartanein is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Vartanein uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kanaani.
Vartanein waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kanaani.
Vartanein ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Vartanein moves out of range of the strikes.
Vartanein scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Vartanein moves away from the strike by Kanaani.
And that's the end of the fight!
Romega Vartanein showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Vartanein 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 Elvis Blanc scores the fight 30:27
Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight 30:27
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Romega Vartanein!
Romega Vartanein decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
Nfld 37
Date: Jul 29, 2023 |
#R1#
Kanaani avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Kanaani misses with a hook
enabling Kneeland to counter with a crisp jab.
Kneeland ducks under a wild hook from Kanaani.
Kanaani throws a leg kick but Kneeland sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Kanaani connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Kanaani swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kanaani has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Kanaani there as he acknowledges the shot.
Kneeland has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Cozad MMA Montreal in the buildup to the fight.
Kneeland cracks Kanaani with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Kneeland misses with a few strikes there.
Kanaani fails to land with a series of punches.
#CL#
Kneeland pushes Kanaani up against the cage in a clinch.
Kneeland misses with a punch on the inside.
Kneeland holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Kanaani struggles to land a body shot inside as Kneeland controls his hands.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kanaani tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kneeland's elbow. #T1#
Kneeland scores with a shot to the side of Kanaani's head.
Kneeland effectively controlling the action here.
Kneeland gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Kanaani.
Kneeland lands with a left to the head. #BC#
Kneeland's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Kanaani displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kneeland throws out the jab.
Kanaani looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Kanaani looks to score with a jab to the body but Kneeland is just out of range.
A jab from Kneeland finds it's way through Kanaani's defenses.
Kanaani uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kneeland.
Skillz Kneeland is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kanaani shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#T2##CL#
Kneeland clinches up with Kanaani and pushes him back against the cage.#BC#
Kneeland pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Kanaani dodges the punch combination from Kneeland.
Kanaani drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Kanaani is trying hard to land a takedown here. Kneeland sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Skillz Kneeland has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mehdi Kanaani.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kanaani throws an overhand right that lands on Kneeland's shoulder, as Kneeland tries to avoid the shot.
It looked like Kneeland wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Kanaani walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Kneeland checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Kneeland throws a quick counter kick to the body but Kanaani avoids it.
A shot to the body from Kanaani misses
letting Kneeland counter with a right hand.
Kneeland ducks under a wild hook from Kanaani.
Kanaani shoots in looking for a takedown. Kneeland tries to sprawl out of it but Kanaani keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Kneeland manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Kanaani throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kneeland sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T3#
A punch combination from Kanaani misses.
A right-left combo lands from Kneeland. #CL#
Kneeland closes the distance and pushes Kanaani back into the cage.
Kneeland letting Kanaani take a breather here.
Kneeland holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Kanaani is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Kanaani looking to slow down the pace here.#BC#
Kneeland breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T4#
Kneeland digs a good body shot into Kanaani's ribs.
Kneeland works the jab nicely.
Kanaani on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Kanaani bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kneeland moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Kneeland bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#CL#
Kanaani gets tackled into the cage by Kneeland. Kneeland maintains the clinch.
Kneeland just leaning against Kanaani, taking a breather.
Kanaani has Kneeland pushed against the cage.
Kneeland misses with some punches.
Kanaani is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Kneeland gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Kanaani lands with a right to the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Skillz Kneeland dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Kneeland connects with a leg kick.
Kanaani swats away the attempt to clinch by Kneeland.
Kneeland throws a right and a left that Kanaani avoids nicely.
Kneeland tries to clinch but Kanaani is having none of it.
Skillz Kneeland is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Kneeland misses with the combination.
#CL#
Kneeland has Kanaani up against the cage in a clinch.
Kneeland holding his opponent close, against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kneeland misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kneeland is stalling here.
#T1#
Kanaani looking for a takedown.
Kanaani dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.#BC#
Kneeland breaks from the clinch.
Kanaani swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kneeland connects with a single shot there.
Kanaani takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kanaani. Kneeland does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kneeland went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Kneeland tries to clinch but Kanaani moves out of range.
Kneeland lands a slapping body shot.
Kanaani 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.
A good leg kick by Kneeland.
Some bone on bone action there as Kneeland checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. #T2#
Kanaani scores with a jab to the head.
Kanaani misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kneeland.
Kanaani looks to land a right hand but Kneeland moved out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Kneeland on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Skillz Kneeland is winning the standup battle so far.
Kanaani ducks right into an uppercut from Kneeland.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#CL#
Kneeland drives through and clinches with Kanaani against the cage.
#BC#
Kneeland breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Kanaani avoids the head kick by Kneeland.
Kneeland scores with a jab to the head.
Kneeland ducks down and throws a hook to the body.#TD#
Kneeland drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
The referee asks Kneeland politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Kneeland prefers to stall for the moment though.
Kanaani tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Kneeland presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount! #T3#
Kanaani regains half guard.
Kanaani wants to control but Kneeland is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Kneeland in particular looking to stall.
Kanaani wants to control but Kneeland is keeping busy.
Kneeland is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Kanaani is staying active underneath Kneeland, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#SU#
Kneeland postures up and decides to stand up, from the half guard. The ref calls for Kanaani to stand up.
Kneeland goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Kanaani tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Kneeland is able to avoid easily.
Kneeland fires out a quick counter leg kick but Kanaani just manages to avoid it.
Kneeland lands a nice looking body shot.
Kneeland throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Kneeland steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kanaani.
Kanaani throws out a leg kick but Kneeland moves out of range and Kanaani only half commits.
Kneeland throws a head kick that misses
and Kanaani counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kneeland slips under a jab.
Kanaani lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Kanaani.#CUT2#It looks like Skillz Kneeland has been cut.
Kanaani throws a leg kick
and Kneeland counters with a one-two to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Skillz Kneeland dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Skillz Kneeland's cut.
That's time! Kneeland's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Kneeland scores with a leg kick.
Kneeland connects with a solid leg kick.
Kanaani throws a poor cross that misses
and Kneeland counters with a stiff right hand.
Kanaani takes a swing at Kneeland's ribcage but misses.
Kneeland is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kanaani can do to turn this around?
Good standup being displayed there by Kneeland as he connects with a hook.
Kanaani throws an off balance right hand
and Kneeland counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kneeland scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
#TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Kneeland enables Kanaani to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Kneeland manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Kneeland has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Kanaani off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nice defenses there by Kneeland.
Kneeland is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Kanaani looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Kneeland is fending him off so far but Kanaani persists. Nope, Kneeland circles away and we're back to standing.
Some wild striking there from Kanaani.
#T1#
Kanaani stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Kanaani misses with a looping right.
Kneeland lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
#CUT#It looks like Mehdi Kanaani has been cut.
Kneeland lands a glancing blow to the side of Kanaani's head.
Kneeland fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Kneeland scores with a nice body kick.
Kanaani takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#TD2#
Kanaani looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Kneeland!
Kneeland explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kneeland misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kneeland fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kanaani manages to avoid it.
A low kick from Kanaani misses
and Kneeland makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Kanaani on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
#T2##TD2#
Kanaani shoots in and gets a takedown into Kneeland's guard.
Kanaani throws an elbow that misses. Kneeland uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Kanaani's guard. Nice move by Kneeland!#REVR#
Kanaani is trying to control the position but Kneeland postures up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kneeland slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Kanaani is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Kneeland is controlling him.
Kneeland is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T3##SU#
Kneeland stands up from Kanaani's guard - Kneeland perhaps looking for a knockout.
Kneeland moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Kanaani misses with a looping right.
Kneeland is looking for a counter combo.
Kanaani shoots in for a takedown but Kneeland shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
A lazy left from Kneeland finds it's target.
Kneeland lands a nice looking body kick.
Kneeland comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Kneeland tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Kanaani manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Despite the aggression on Kanaani's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Kanaani walks into a straight right hand from Kneeland.
Skillz Kneeland is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
Kanaani swings widly with a right hand
and Kanaani takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CL#
Kneeland has taken the fight to the clinch.
Kneeland lands a nice shot to the body.
Kneeland has Kanaani pressed against the cage.
Kneeland misses with an elbow over the top.
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!
Kneeland swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Mehdi Kanaani has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kanaani is looking to control Kneeland's arms but Kneeland gets an underhook and turns him. Now Kanaani has his back to the cage.
Stalling in the clinch from Kneeland.
Kanaani swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kanaani lands with a short shot to the head.
And that's the end of the fight!
Skillz Kneeland showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Kneeland 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Skillz Kneeland!
Skillz Kneeland gave a mention to Waste of Money Nutrition lol in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales). |
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Event:
Nfld FN 44
Date: Jun 29, 2023 |
Mehdi Kanaani really struggled with his weight cut for this fight. After coming in at 160.9, he had two hours to cut the additional weight. He was unable to do so and as a result, his fight with Jacques Turcotte was cancelled. |
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Event:
Nfld live 34
Date: Jun 03, 2023 |
#R1#
Kanaani ducks under a wild hook from Dean.
Dean throws a hook but Kanaani blocks it.
Dean scores with a jab to the jaw.#CUT2#It looks like Mehdi Kanaani has been cut.
Kanaani scores with a nice body kick.
Kanaani scores with a nice head shot.
Dean fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kanaani manages to avoid it.
Kanaani looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Kanaani bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A swing and a miss from Dean.
Dean misses with a body shot.
Dean sizes up Kanaani with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Dean just misses with a punch to the body.
Dean misses the shot to the body.
Kanaani misses with a body shot.
Kanaani shoots for a takedown but Dean saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Dean blocks a jab.
Kanaani scores with a punch to the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dean throws a hook to the side of Kanaani's head but Kanaani sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kanaani with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Dean to score with a decent uppercut.#T1#
Kanaani pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Dean fails to land with a series of punches.
Kanaani misses with an uppercut. Dean saw that one coming.#KD2#
Dean lands a big uppercut and Kanaani crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Kanaani looks OK. Dean waves Kanaani back to his feet!#ROC2#Kanaani is rocked!
Brian Dean is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Dean misses with a looping right.
Dean misses the shot to the body.
A quick step to the side and Kanaani tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Dean pounces like a tiger and cracks Kanaani with a vicious hook! Kanaani is down but not out! Dean follows up with more strikes forcing the ref to jump in and stop it!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Brian Dean!
During a confident post fight interview, Brian Dean thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
Nfld live 31
Date: May 13, 2023 |
#R1#
Shima throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#CL#
Kanaani gets tackled into the cage by Shima. Shima maintains the clinch.
Shima prevents Kanaani from breaking the clinch.
A short uppercut from Shima. #BC#
Shima escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Shima takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Kanaani cracks Shima with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Kanaani takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#CUT#It looks like Mehdi Kanaani has been cut.
Kanaani tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
A little feinted left hand from Shima on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Shima connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Kanaani lands with a straight right. Shima didn't see that one coming.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kanaani throws a leg kick which misses Shima's front leg but catches the back leg as Shima tries to avoid it.
Shima takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Shima misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kanaani.
Kanaani keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
#T1#
Kanaani looks to throw the jab but Shima is out of range.
Kanaani throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
#KD#
and Shima counters with a crisp one two that drops Kanaani! Shima thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Kanaani to his feet! Kanaani is in big trouble!
Kanaani throws a nice inside leg kick.
No joy there for Kanaani, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Shima slips under a jab from Kanaani.
Shima throws the left hand but Kanaani avoids the punch easily.
Kanaani connects with an inside leg kick.
Shima is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kanaani.
Shima misses with a two punch combination.
#TD2#
Kanaani fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Shima sprawls well initially but Kanaani persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
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!
Shima avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Kanaani.
Shima is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Kanaani throwing shots but Shima is blocking nicely. #T2#
Shima is looking to escape.
Shima avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Kanaani.
Nice strikes from Kanaani there.
Shima trying to control but Kanaani postures up.
Kanaani thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Shima keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Kanaani thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Shima keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Kanaani not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Shima trying to hold on to Kanaani's head to control him but Kanaani postures up.
#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Kanaani lands a nice shot that snaps Shima's head back.
#T3#
Kanaani scores with a nice head shot.
Shima connects with a looping right hand.
Shima on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Kanaani moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Kanaani slips under a jab.
Kanaani throws out a counter right but Shima avoids it with no problem.
Shima swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Kanaani counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Shima throws a body punch but Kanaani moves out of range.
Kanaani throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Shima stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Shima fails with an attempt to clinch.
#CL#
Shima closes the distance and clinches. #BC2#
Kanaani breaks the clinch.
Mehdi Kanaani seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nice jab there from Kanaani. #T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#CL#
Shima clinches up with Kanaani and pushes him back against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Shima fails to land.
A left hand lands to the body for Kanaani.
Shima will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Kanaani up against the cage.
Kanaani tries to throw a body punch but Shima avoids it by throwing Kanaani back against the cage.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Shima.
Kanaani misses with a punch to the body.
A right hand to the body from Kanaani.
#BC#
Shima manages to break the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mehdi Kanaani dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Mehdi Kanaani's cut.
That's time! Shima's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Shima tries to clinch but Kanaani is having none of it. #CL#
Shima drives through and clinches with Kanaani against the cage.
Kanaani has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Kanaani is looking for a takedown.
Kanaani swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Shima scores with a shoulder strike.
Kanaani wants to break free but Shima has control.
A head punch on the inside from Kanaani fails to land.
Kanaani tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Shima's elbow.
Come on Shima - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kanaani letting Shima take a breather here.
Shima prevents a body shot from Kanaani. #T1#
Shima prevents Kanaani from breaking the clinch.#BC#
Shima manages to break the clinch.
Kanaani does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy. #CL#
Shima rushes Kanaani and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Kanaani wants to stall.
Shima lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Kanaani backwards. #BC#
Shima breaks the clinch.
Kanaani lands a jab to the nose.
Kanaani fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Shima tries to clinch but Kanaani moves out of range.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Shima wants to clinch
and Kanaani counters with a nice uppercut. #T2#
Nice uppercut lands for Kanaani. That snapped Shima's head back.
Kanaani throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sloppy strikes from Shima. Those never looked like landing.
Kanaani with a nice calf kick.
Tetsuo Shima is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kanaani thuds a left hand into Shima's body.
Shima checks the leg kick nicely there.
Shima tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kanaani swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Kanaani fails with a takedown attempt.
Shima misses with a low kick.
Nice jab there from Kanaani. #T3#
Kanaani avoids a punch combination nicely.
Shima throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
enabling Kanaani to counter with a crisp jab.
Shima tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Kanaani paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Mehdi Kanaani seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kanaani defending well as Shima loads up on a big left hand.
Shima takes a swing at Kanaani's ribcage but misses.
Shima looks to land a combination but Kanaani avoids it well.
Kanaani tries to bum rush Shima with a series of wild strikes but Shima uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Nice cross by Shima.
A jab from Kanaani does it's job there.
Kanaani scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Shima on the wrong end of a nice jab.#ROC2#Shima is rocked!#CL#
Shima closes the distance and pushes Kanaani back into the cage.#T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kanaani looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Tetsuo Shima has scored more points in the clinch so far.#BC2#
Kanaani breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Shima looks to clinch
and Kanaani makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Kanaani fails with a takedown attempt.
Tetsuo Shima has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mehdi Kanaani.
Shima bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Shima throwing a counter right hand but Kanaani manages to avoid it.
Shima fails to land the takedown.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mehdi Kanaani showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Mehdi Kanaani's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Kanaani throws a left and a right that both miss
and Shima counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CL#
Shima gets a clinch.
Shima prevents a body shot from Kanaani.
Kanaani trying to stall but Shima improves his position.
Kanaani taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Kanaani lands a body shot. #BC#
Shima breaks the clinch.
Shima wants to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kanaani throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Shima throws a leg kick
and Kanaani counters with a straight right hand.
Shima doesn't manage to clinch there - Kanaani circles away.
#T1#
Shima lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Shima uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kanaani.
Shima wants to land a leg kick but Kanaani is out of range. #CL#
Shima rushes Kanaani and presses him up against the cage.#BC#
Shima escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Kanaani throws a series of punches but Shima moves out of range.
Kanaani moves out of range as Shima strikes.
Shima's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Shima duly obliges. #CUT#That has opened up Mehdi Kanaani's cut even more.
Kanaani scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Shima tries to clinch but Kanaani moves out of range.
Shima misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Kanaani counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kanaani throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T2#
Kanaani shoots in but no luck this time.
Kanaani lands a nice shot that snaps Shima's head back.
Kanaani will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Shima uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Shima throws a hook but Kanaani blocks it.#CL#
Shima clinches with his opponent.
Kanaani's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Shima stalls. #T3#
Kanaani takes a shot to the head.
Shima just leaning against Kanaani, taking a breather.
A short uppercut from Kanaani.
Kanaani blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kanaani misses with a body punch.
Shima scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Shima will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Kanaani up against the cage.
Kanaani tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tetsuo Shima has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Kanaani misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Shima stalling against the cage.
Shima lands a hook to the side of the head.
A nice right hand lands inside from Shima.
Shima lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Mehdi Kanaani is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Shima manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
#BC2#
Kanaani escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
And that's the end of the fight!
Tetsuo Shima showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Kanaani has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight 28:29
Judge Lou da Vinci scores the fight 28:29
Judge John Kavanagh scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mehdi Kanaani!
Mehdi Kanaani decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
Nfld live 28
Date: Apr 15, 2023 |
#R1#
Kanaani tries to score a power double leg takedown but O Brien sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Kanaani somewhat.
Kanaani tries to score a power double leg takedown but O Brien sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Kanaani somewhat.
Kanaani thuds his right hand into O Brien's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Kanaani slips under a jab from O Brien.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
O Brien punishes Kanaani's body with a nice straight punch.
Kanaani misses with a double jab
and O Brien counters with a nice leg kick.
O Brien misses with a wild body shot. #T1#
Kanaani is looking to score with low kicks.
O Brien was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
O Brien throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
O Brien moves away from the strike by Kanaani.
Seamus O Brien is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
O Brien uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kanaani.
Kanaani takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Kanaani throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and O Brien counters with a nice uppercut. #CUT#It looks like Mehdi Kanaani has been cut.
O Brien slips a straight right by Kanaani.
O Brien ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
We've been told by O Brien's head coaches at The House Of Pain that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
O Brien lands the left hand.
O Brien cracks Kanaani with a good jab.
O Brien connects with a crisp jab.
Kanaani blocks a head kick by O Brien.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
O Brien keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kanaani.#T2#
Kanaani throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around O Brien's waist but O Brien gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Kanaani off to one side.
Seamus O Brien has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mehdi Kanaani.
Kanaani tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but O Brien was well out of range. Poor timing from Kanaani.
O Brien ducks under a wild hook from Kanaani.
O Brien appears to be looking for a big counter.
O Brien throws a body shot but no joy.
O Brien swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
O Brien is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
O Brien is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
O Brien throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kanaani throws a right hand that O Brien ducks under and follows up with a left that O Brien also avoids with ease.
Nice cross by O Brien.#CUT#That has opened up Mehdi Kanaani's cut even more.
Kanaani displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as O Brien throws out the jab.
Kanaani tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#TD2#
Kanaani throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. O Brien tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Kanaani is in O Brien's guard.
O Brien uses the cage to get back to his feet.
Kanaani shoots for a double leg takedown but O Brien sprawls well. He's pushed Kanaani's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. #T3#
O Brien missing with a left hand there. Kanaani was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kanaani tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
O Brien throws a lazy right hand but Kanaani sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kanaani tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Mehdi Kanaani seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
O Brien bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Kanaani's head backwards.
O Brien throws a hook but Kanaani avoids it easily.
O Brien scores with a crisp jab that stopped Kanaani in his tracks.
A bone on bone clash there as O Brien blocks the leg kick.
O Brien fires out a quick counter leg kick but Kanaani just manages to avoid it.
O Brien throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kanaani will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Kanaani throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
O Brien looks to land a left hand but Kanaani moved out of range nicely.
Kanaani darts in looking for a takedown but O Brien gets double underhooks and turns Kanaani into the cage. #T4#
A shot to the liver by O Brien. Beautiful body shot.
Kanaani looks winded!
Some wild striking there from Kanaani.
O Brien lands a nice hook to Kanaani's body. Kanaani takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
O Brien connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Kanaani momentarily.
#CUT#The cut above Mehdi Kanaani's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
O Brien lands with a good body shot.
O Brien throws a right and a left that both miss.
Kanaani has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Kanaani there as he acknowledges the shot.
O Brien lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Kanaani at a distance.
Kanaani misses with a lunging right hand
and O Brien counters with a thumping low kick. #KD#
O Brien cracks Kanaani with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Kanaani looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can O Brien finish him?
#ROC#Kanaani is rocked!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Seamus O Brien dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Mehdi Kanaani's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Both fighters circle each other, looking for something big. O Brien moves in and throws an overhand right. That hurt Kanaani! O Brien continues to tee off on Kanaani, landing with a left and a right! O Brien connects with a right hand that leaves Kanaani sleeping against the cage! What a finish by O Brien!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Seamus O Brien!
Seamus O Brien decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way. |
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Event:
Nfld live 23
Date: Feb 18, 2023 |
#R1#
Averescu looks to land a left hand but Kanaani moved out of range nicely.
Kanaani connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Kanaani misses with a low kick.
Kanaani keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Averescu.
Averescu takes one to the chin there.
Averescu throws a looping overhand right but Kanaani ducks down to avoid it.
Dan Averescu seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kanaani lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Averescu closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Averescu lands a head shot.#CUT2#It looks like Mehdi Kanaani has been cut.
Kanaani jabs at Averescu's body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kanaani throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Kanaani slips under a jab.
Averescu misses with a straight right.
Kanaani uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Averescu.
Averescu throws the left hand but Kanaani avoids the punch easily.
It looked like Kanaani was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Averescu misses with an uppercut. Kanaani saw that one coming.
Averescu misses with an uppercut. Kanaani saw that one coming.
Averescu misses with a looping right.
Kanaani uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Averescu has time to react.
Averescu fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Kanaani on the side of the head.
Averescu might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.#T1#
Averescu missing with a left hand there. Kanaani was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kanaani looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
A big right from Averescu misses.
Kanaani moves out of range of the strikes.
Kanaani fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Averescu looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Kanaani jabs Averescu right on the nose. Averescu blinks but takes it well.#CUT#It looks like Dan Averescu has been cut.
Kanaani steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Averescu.
Kanaani avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Averescu misses with a looping right.
Averescu missing with a left hand there. Kanaani was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Averescu throws a hook to the side of Kanaani's head but Kanaani sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kanaani on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Kanaani lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
#KD#
Oooh a lovely combination from Kanaani sends Averescu down but not out. Kanaani dives into side control looking to finish. #ROC#Averescu is rocked!
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!
Kanaani in side control here. He's dropped a big elbow there and Averescu looks hurt! Oh, he is hurt! Kanaani turns on the heat and pounds him out for a TKO victory! Good killer instinct there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mehdi Kanaani!
Mehdi Kanaani decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
Nfld FN 33
Date: Jan 26, 2023 |
#R1#
Falcon is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kanaani.
Kanaani looks to land a right hand but Falcon moved out of range.
Falcon blocks a jab.
Falcon throws an overhand right that lands on Kanaani's shoulder, as Kanaani tries to avoid the shot.
Kanaani lands a body shot.
We've been told by Falcon's head coaches at Kaptajnernes Træningscenter that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Kanaani throws a series of punches but Falcon avoids them all with ease.
Falcon throws a combination. Kanaani tries to block but a couple of punches get through.#CUT#It looks like Mehdi Kanaani has been cut.
Falcon ducks under a wild hook from Kanaani.
It looked like Falcon wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Falcon misses with a wild combination.
A slow jab from Falcon misses its intended target.
Falcon fails to land with a series of punches.
Kanaani throws out a counter right but Falcon avoids it with no problem.
Kanaani slips a jab and a cross from Falcon.
Jack Falcon seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kanaani slips a jab and a cross from Falcon.
Kanaani pivots, looking for a leg kick but Falcon is out of range and Kanaani settles back down.
Falcon cracks Kanaani with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Kanaani throws a body punch but Falcon moves out of range.
A big left from Kanaani misses.
Falcon waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kanaani.
Falcon moves out of range of the strikes.#T1#
Kanaani lands a nice looking body shot.
Falcon takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
#CUT2#It looks like Jack Falcon has been cut.
Kanaani connects with a right hand. Falcon shakes it off.
Kanaani displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Falcon throws out the jab.
Falcon needs to keep his hands up - Kanaani had a free shot at his head there.
Falcon misses with a two punch combination.
Kanaani looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Falcon throws a right hand that Kanaani ducks under and follows up with a left that Kanaani also avoids with ease.
Kanaani lands with a nice body punch.
Falcon rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Kanaani moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
A little jabbing left from Kanaani on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Kanaani scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kanaani's jab looks to have found its range, popping Falcon under the eye.#ROC2#Falcon is rocked!
Kanaani plants his feet and throws a brutal three punch combo that sends Falcon swiftly into unconsciousness! Right, left, right! Boom, boom, boom! Falcon face plants, battered and bloodied! He might never be the same again after that finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Mehdi Kanaani!
An out of breath Mehdi Kanaani thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
Nfld new years end
Date: Dec 31, 2022 |
#R1#
Tarlah closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. #CUT#It looks like Balink Tarlah has been cut.
A big left from Tarlah misses.
Kanaani jabs at Tarlah's body.
Kanaani circles away from the clinch attempt.
It looked like Kanaani wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Kanaani keeps the fight on the outside.
Tarlah with a nice cross.
Tarlah misses with a left hand
and Kanaani connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Tarlah misses with a left hand
enabling Kanaani to counter with a crisp jab.
Kanaani feints and then cracks Tarlah's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Tarlah down.
Tarlah scores with a jab to the jaw.#CUT2#It looks like Mehdi Kanaani has been cut.
A nice combination there by Kanaani.
#ROC#Tarlah is rocked!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kanaani circles away before darting back in with a big straight right hand. It connects beautifully and sends Tarlah tumbling to the canvas! He's out cold! Kanaani wins by KO!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Mehdi Kanaani!
Mehdi Kanaani thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
Nfld live 17
Date: Dec 03, 2022 |
#R1#
Brovarnik is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Good work by Brovarnik as he checks the leg kick.
Kanaani connects with a solid leg kick.
Kanaani scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Kanaani lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Kanaani avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Brovarnik throws out a leg kick but Kanaani moves out of range and Brovarnik only half commits. #CL#
Kanaani gets tackled into the cage by Brovarnik. Brovarnik maintains the clinch.
Brovarnik creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Kanaani struggles to land a body shot inside as Brovarnik controls his hands.
Brovarnik lands a damaging elbow.
Kanaani on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Kanaani throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Brovarnik throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Brovarnik is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Kanaani managing to block the knees to the body from Brovarnik.
#T1#
Kanaani dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Brovarnik takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Come on Kanaani - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Brovarnik misses with an elbow over the top.
Brovarnik pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Brovarnik tries to land knees in the clinch but Kanaani avoids the damage to the body.
Brovarnik throws an elbow but it's blocked.
A right handed body shot lands from Kanaani.
Kanaani lands with a short shot to the head. #TD2#
Kanaani has Brovarnik pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Kanaani pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Brovarnik tumbling to the mat - Kanaani dives into Brovarnik's guard.
Kanaani stands up over Brovarnik, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #T2#
Kanaani working some strikes from top position.
Kanaani cracks Brovarnik with a solid left hand.
Kanaani throwing strikes from guard but Brovarnik blocks nicely. #SUB#
Brovarnik has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Kanaani can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Kanaani must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Brovarnik looking for a guillotine here but Kanaani defends easily.
Kanaani is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
We've been hearing good reports from Brovarnik's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Kanaani scoring with some ground and pound.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kanaani working some strikes from top position.#ROC2#Brovarnik is rocked!#SUB#
Brovarnik has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Kanaani can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Oh Brovarnik is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!#T3#
Kanaani content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Brovarnik wants to sweep but no luck.
Brovarnik seems to have got his legs back now.
Kanaani is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Kanaani scoring with punches to the head and body.
Kanaani scoring with some ground and pound.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Kanaani's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Brovarnik is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Kanaani scoring with punches to the head and body.
Kanaani loads up on a big left hand. Brovarnik felt that one! He's just covering up now, not defending himself intelligently - Kanaani looks towards the ref and unloads with 3 more big shots and the ref has no choice but to stop the fight! Brovarnik can't hide his disappointment, as Kanaani celebrates the victory.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mehdi Kanaani!
Mehdi Kanaani decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
Nfld live 15
Date: Nov 12, 2022 |
#R1#
Kanaani connects with a body shot that sends Nasmfus's belly button to the back.
Nasmfus tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kanaani swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Nasmfus tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kanaani swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Kanaani pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Nasmfus closes the distance looking to clinch
and Kanaani counters with a left to the body.
Nasmfus showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Kanaani.
Kanaani lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Nasmfus backs up against the cage.
#CUT#It looks like Bsmds Nasmfus has been cut.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Kanaani.
Kanaani misses the jab.
Nasmfus throws a head kick that misses
and Nasmfus takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #ROC#Nasmfus is rocked!
Nasmfus takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Nasmfus is still on wobbly legs! Can Kanaani finish him?
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!
Kanaani drops Nasmfus with a big left hand! Nasmfus is injured, injured bad! Kanaani jumps in and finished him with strikes! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mehdi Kanaani!
After winning the bout, Mehdi Kanaani thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
Nfld live 13
Date: Oct 22, 2022 |
#R1#
Dean slips a straight right by Kanaani.
Kanaani throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Dean throws out a powerful jab.#CUT#It looks like Mehdi Kanaani has been cut.
Dean stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Dean scores with a crisp jab that stopped Kanaani in his tracks. #ROC#Kanaani is rocked!
Dean throws a monster overhand right that drops Kanaani! Dean follows up with more strikes from mount and the fight is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Brian Dean!
A very excited looking Brian Dean made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
Nfld 24
Date: Sep 24, 2022 |
#R1#
Nasmfus attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.#CL2#
Nasmfus moves into the clinch.
Kanaani on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Kanaani pressing his opponent against the cage.
Good body shot from Kanaani.
Kanaani lands on the inside with an uppercut. #CUT#It looks like Bsmds Nasmfus has been cut.
Kanaani stalling.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nasmfus looking for a takedown.
Kanaani lands a nice uppercut.
Kanaani lands a shoulder strike.
Nasmfus drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Nasmfus wants a takedown.
Mehdi Kanaani has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bsmds Nasmfus.#T1#
Nasmfus jumps guard but Kanaani stands there with Nasmfus around his waist. Nasmfus gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
#TD#
Kanaani has clasped his hands together around Nasmfus's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
Kanaani works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Kanaani has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Nasmfus is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Kanaani is controlling him well.
Kanaani trying to control the action but Nasmfus is working from the bottom.
Kanaani in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Kanaani lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Nasmfus down.
Kanaani lands a few punches from side control.#ROC#Nasmfus is rocked!#T2#
Kanaani lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Nasmfus down.
Nasmfus is still in real trouble! Can Kanaani finish him?
Kanaani scores with a big shot from side control... and another... and another! Oh Nasmfus is done here - save him referee! More strikes land and eventually the ref does step in and Kanaani can finally stop beating on his defenseless opponent!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mehdi Kanaani!
Our winner, Mehdi Kanaani, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
WVT 29: McWrestler v Kanaani 2
Date: Aug 28, 2022 |
#R1#
McWrestler jabs Kanaani to the body, keeping him at a distance.
McWrestler lands with a good body shot.
McWrestler swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kanaani tries a head kick but it misses.
McWrestler is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kanaani.
McWrestler jabs at Kanaani's body.
Kanaani tries to close the distance and clinch up but McWrestler swats him away and circles back towards the center.
An attempted straight right counter from McWrestler misses the target.
A big left from McWrestler misses.
Kanaani tries to clinch but McWrestler is having none of it.
McWrestler swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
McWrestler punishes Kanaani's body with a nice straight punch.
McWrestler smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Kanaani wants to clinch up but McWrestler keeps it at a distance.
Kanaani throws a right and a left that McWrestler avoids nicely.
Kanaani wants to clinch.
McWrestler scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction. #CUT#It looks like Mehdi Kanaani has been cut.#T1#
Kanaani looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? McWrestler is fending him off so far but Kanaani persists. Nope, McWrestler circles away and we're back to standing.#TD2#
Kanaani shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Kanaani was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Kanaani throws a strike aimed at the side of McWrestler's head but McWrestler avoids it well.
McWrestler is looking for a sweep.
McWrestler can't do much from the bottom here.
McWrestler sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Kanaani is thwarting McWrestler's attempts to control the position.
Kanaani missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Kanaani throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #T2#
McWrestler lands with a few short shots to the body.
McWrestler slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Kanaani throwing strikes but missing.
Kanaani postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Kanaani is looking to work some ground and pound but McWrestler has wrist control.
McWrestler is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
McWrestler tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Kanaani is fighting to break McWrestler's control of his arms but McWrestler is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Kanaani preventing the sweep.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kanaani is looking to work some ground and pound but McWrestler has wrist control.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
McWrestler throws a shot to the body.
McWrestler scores with a crisp jab that stopped Kanaani in his tracks. #T3#
McWrestler thuds a left hand into Kanaani's body.
McWrestler connects with a single shot there.
McWrestler throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Kanaani on the side of the head.
Kanaani fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
McWrestler throws a sloppy body shot
#CL2#
and Kanaani counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Kanaani.
McWrestler throws a head punch that misses.
Kanaani goes for a takedown in the clinch but McWrestler prevents it.
I was talking to McWrestler's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Dude McWrestler has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mehdi Kanaani.
Kanaani prevents a body shot from McWrestler.
McWrestler has Kanaani pushed against the cage.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
McWrestler prevents a body shot from Kanaani. #T4#
McWrestler can't find room to land a body shot as Kanaani controls the action.
McWrestler tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kanaani's elbow.
McWrestler lands a shot to the body.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
McWrestler lands a right hand that snaps the head of Kanaani backwards.
McWrestler scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Kanaani misses with a hook to the ribs.
McWrestler tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #BC#
McWrestler breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
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!
McWrestler slips a jab from Kanaani.
Kanaani shoots for a takedown but McWrestler saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Kanaani looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
McWrestler was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Dude McWrestler is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
McWrestler cracks Kanaani with a right hand to the side of the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Dude McWrestler dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Mehdi Kanaani's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Kanaani avoids the body shot from McWrestler.
Kanaani lands a jab-cross combination. #CL2#
Kanaani closes the distance and pushes McWrestler back into the cage.
McWrestler tries to work over Kanaani's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
McWrestler fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
McWrestler misses with a shot to the kidneys.
McWrestler is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Kanaani blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
McWrestler has Kanaani pushed against the cage.
Kanaani is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but McWrestler is defending well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McWrestler lands a left hand.
McWrestler's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Kanaani misses with the head strike.
#T1#
McWrestler is struggling to control the position.
McWrestler is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kanaani can do to turn this around?
Kanaani tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
McWrestler lands a left hand that snaps the head of Kanaani backwards.
McWrestler lands a shot to the body.
Kanaani lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
McWrestler lands a hook to the side of the head.
McWrestler's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
McWrestler is stalling here.
#BC2#
Kanaani breaks the clinch.
McWrestler ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kanaani moves away.#T2#
A swing and a miss from McWrestler.
Mehdi Kanaani is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Kanaani pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Kanaani takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Good standup being displayed there by McWrestler as he connects with a hook.
McWrestler wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A jab from McWrestler misses.
Kanaani unleashes a big counter combination but McWrestler bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.#CL2#
Kanaani clinches up against the cage.#BC#
McWrestler breaks from the clinch.
Kanaani misses with a hook. McWrestler ducked under it nicely.
A jab from McWrestler misses.
Kanaani closes this distance looking for a takedown but McWrestler circles away.
A decent looking cross lands there for McWrestler.
Kanaani has his takedown stuffed
and McWrestler counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Dude McWrestler has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mehdi Kanaani.
Kanaani tries to score a power double leg takedown but McWrestler sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Kanaani somewhat.
McWrestler was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.#T3#
McWrestler misses with a looping left.
A little jabbing left from Kanaani on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Kanaani throws a poor cross that misses
and McWrestler counters with a lovely straight right hand!
McWrestler sizes up Kanaani with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
McWrestler ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kanaani moves away.
As McWrestler backs off Kanaani throws a huge counter combo but McWrestler manages to avoid it all.
McWrestler misses with a body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from McWrestler. Kanaani does a little dance to reset his feet.
McWrestler looks to land a left hand but Kanaani moved out of range nicely.
McWrestler circles away from the clinch attempt.
McWrestler misses with an uppercut. Kanaani saw that one coming.
Kanaani closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Kanaani shoots in looking for a takedown but McWrestler manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Kanaani's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
McWrestler was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Kanaani keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A little jabbing left from Kanaani on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Kanaani throws a head kick but McWrestler moves out of range.
#T4#
McWrestler blocks a head kick by Kanaani.
McWrestler lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Kanaani backs up against the cage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kanaani is looking to clinch but McWrestler is avoiding it.
Kanaani takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
McWrestler lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
McWrestler connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Dude McWrestler is winning the standup battle so far.
Kanaani walks into a straight right hand from McWrestler.
Kanaani takes a body punch but keeps moving.
McWrestler throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
McWrestler throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
McWrestler throws a hook but Kanaani blocks it.
Kanaani fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but McWrestler avoids it really well and circles away.
McWrestler swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Dude McWrestler dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Mehdi Kanaani's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Kanaani throws a head kick that misses.
Kanaani throws a head kick but McWrestler moves out of range.
McWrestler throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kanaani misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
McWrestler moves out of range of the strikes.
Kanaani shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with McWrestler but McWrestler pushes him off and we're back to square one.
McWrestler takes a swing at Kanaani's ribcage but misses.
A little jabbing left from Kanaani on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Kanaani is looking to clinch.
A swing and a miss from McWrestler.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kanaani tries for a takedown but McWrestler sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Kanaani shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. McWrestler defends it nicely.
Dude McWrestler has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mehdi Kanaani.#TD2#
Kanaani drives through with a takedown into McWrestler's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.#T1#
McWrestler is pulling down on Kanaani's head to control his posture.
McWrestler bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Kanaani's guard. #REVR#
Kanaani wants to get back to his feet but McWrestler is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells McWrestler's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
McWrestler trying to control but Kanaani is working from the bottom.
Kanaani working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from McWrestler.
McWrestler is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
McWrestler has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
McWrestler scoring with some ground and pound. #T2#
McWrestler trying to control but Kanaani is working from the bottom.
McWrestler throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
McWrestler loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
McWrestler trying to control but Kanaani is working from the bottom.
Mehdi Kanaani has got the better of the ground game so far.
McWrestler stands up over Kanaani, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
McWrestler is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
McWrestler controlling from the top position.
McWrestler chips away with some ground and pound.
Kanaani is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #T3#
McWrestler with a flurry of punches that miss.
Kanaani really doesn't want to stay on the ground with McWrestler. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
McWrestler trying to control but Kanaani is working from the bottom.
McWrestler is stalling in the full guard.
McWrestler trying to control but Kanaani is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Kanaani uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from McWrestler.
McWrestler lands with an overhand left.
A jab from McWrestler does it's job there.
Kanaani shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says McWrestler as he avoids it easily.
A quick step to the side and McWrestler tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
McWrestler swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
It seemed like Kanaani was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T4#
Kanaani takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Kanaani takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Kanaani has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
McWrestler bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
McWrestler throws a right hand that misses
and Kanaani counters with a left to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kanaani steps to the side to avoid the strikes from McWrestler.
Kanaani is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Kanaani takes a jab right on the kisser.
Mehdi Kanaani has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kanaani misses with a takedown attempt
and McWrestler counters with a straight right hand.
The fighters circling - Kanaani throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
McWrestler attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Kanaani will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
And that's the end of the fight!
Dude McWrestler showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for McWrestler, 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 James Ackerman scores the fight 30:27
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 30:27
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dude McWrestler!
Dude McWrestler decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way. |
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Event:
WVT 24: Maestre v Doisneau
Date: Aug 13, 2022 |
#R1#
Barnes throws a front kick aimed at Kanaani's knee but Kanaani avoids it well.
An inside leg kick from Barnes misses.
Barnes uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kanaani.
Kanaani throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Barnes's waist but Barnes gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Kanaani off to one side.
Barnes looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Kanaani throws a lazy uppercut
and Barnes counters with a right hand to the body.
Kanaani misses with a head kick.
No joy there for Barnes, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Barnes works over Kanaani's head and body with a nice combination.#CUT2#It looks like Mehdi Kanaani has been cut.
Kanaani misses with a combination
and Barnes counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kanaani throws a series of punches but Barnes avoids them all with ease.
Barnes throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Kanaani fails with a takedown attempt.
Barnes is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.#T1#
Kanaani tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Kanaani slips a straight right by Barnes.#CL#
Kanaani moves into range and clinches up with Barnes.
Barnes throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Kanaani lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Barnes backwards. #BC#
Kanaani breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Mehdi Kanaani seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Barnes connects with a good right hand that stumbles Kanaani. Kanaani circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
The fighters circling - Kanaani throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Barnes dodges the punch combination from Kanaani.
A little jabbing left from Barnes on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Kanaani misses with a straight left.
Barnes thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Kanaani if he has to take too many more of those.
Barnes throws a front kick that sends Kanaani stumbling back into the cage.
Kanaani is breathing heavily.
Kanaani shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Barnes pinned against the cage. Barnes gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mehdi Kanaani. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T2#
Barnes throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Kanaani cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
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!
Kanaani throws a sloppy head kick
and Barnes counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CUT2#Mehdi Kanaani's cut is getting worse.
Kanaani shoots in for a takedown but Barnes shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#KD2#
Barnes lands a big right hand that sends Kanaani crashing to the mat! Barnes stays standing though and waves Kanaani back to his feet!#ROC2#Kanaani is rocked!
Barnes flashes Kanaani a smile before throwing a beast of a right hand, straight down the pipe. Kanaani's eyes follow the hand right onto his nose, taking in it's full glory... and then darkness. Kanaani crumples to the floor! He's out cold! Barnes punches the air and yells at the top of his lungs - yeeeeeeeeeeah!!!! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Vic Barnes!
An out of breath and clearly excited Vic Barnes thanked Voodoo Nutrition for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him). |
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Event:
WVT 16: Newton v Motts
Date: Jul 13, 2022 |
#R1#
Thayer shoots in for a double leg but Kanaani sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Kanaani pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Kanaani lands with a nice body punch.
Thayer takes a jab right on the kisser.
Kanaani tries to clinch but Thayer is having none of it. #CL2#
Kanaani forces Thayer back against the cage and clinches.
Thayer is trying to pull guard but Kanaani has him pressed against the cage.
Thayer drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Thad Thayer. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kanaani pressing his opponent against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kanaani misses with a shot to the kidneys.
#T1##BC2#
Kanaani breaks the clinch.
Thayer misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kanaani.
Kanaani tries to counter by closing the distance.
Thayer fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Kanaani avoids it really well and circles away.
Thayer goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Thayer is looking to clinch.
Kanaani closes the distance but Thayer moves to the side #TD#
and Thayer counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Kanaani!
Kanaani is looking for a sweep.
Kanaani wants to control but Thayer postures up.
Thayer throws an elbow but Kanaani slips to the side and avoids it well.
Kanaani prevents Thayer from moving into mount. #ES2#
Kanaani bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!#T2##TD2#
Kanaani fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Thayer sprawls well initially but Kanaani persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kanaani winds up and cracks Thayer with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Kanaani landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Kanaani lands strikes from half guard.
Thayer slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Thayer throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
Thayer has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#SUB#
Thayer has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Kanaani can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Thayer has momentary wrist control but Kanaani slips an elbow through the middle.#SUB#
Thayer has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Kanaani can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T3#
Kanaani throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Thayer works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Kanaani in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #ES#
Thayer uses the cage to get back to his feet.
Kanaani stuffs the takedown attempt from Thayer. Thayer gets slowly back to his feet.
Kanaani looks like he wants to counter punch here.#TD2#
Kanaani shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Kanaani showed some decent athleticism there.
Thayer avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Kanaani.
Kanaani wants to control but Thayer is keeping him busy.
Kanaani drops an elbow to the side of Thayer's head.
Thayer avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Kanaani. #T4#
Thayer is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Kanaani's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Kanaani's back!
Kanaani just trying to survive but Thayer is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Will Thayer go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Thayer avoiding Kanaani 's attempts to control his hands. #SUB#
Thayer is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Thayer struggling to land strikes to the head as Kanaani covers up.
Kanaani is trying to stand back up.
Kanaani tries to break free.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Mehdi Kanaani will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Kanaani throws a sloppy head kick and Thayer moves out of range easily.
Thayer wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Kanaani lands a head kick!
#CUT2#It looks like Thad Thayer has been cut.
Thayer moves out of range of the strikes.
Kanaani stuffs the takedown attempt from Thayer. Thayer gets slowly back to his feet. #CL2#
Thayer gets tackled into the cage by Kanaani. Kanaani maintains the clinch.
Kanaani tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Thayer jumps guard but Kanaani turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Thayer tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Thad Thayer. 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.#BC#
Thayer manages to break the clinch.
#TD2#
Kanaani decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Thad Thayer overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Thayer trying to control here.
Kanaani lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #T1#
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Kanaani lands a nice short elbow.
Kanaani missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Kanaani with the ground and pound but Thayer uses the opportunity to regain guard. #SUB#
Thayer is looking for a triangle but Kanaani pushes his legs off easily.
Kanaani scoring with punches to the head and body.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Kanaani accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Kanaani lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Thayer wants to sweep but no luck.
Kanaani cracks Thayer with a solid left hand.
Kanaani must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Kanaani lands a couple of elbows.
Kanaani landing with the ground and pound.
Kanaani working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #T2#
Kanaani postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Thayer utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Kanaani stands up over Thayer, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Kanaani postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Kanaani with a flurry of punches that miss.
Thayer keeping moving, preventing Kanaani from controlling successfully.
Thayer lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Thayer wants to get up but he can't break Kanaani's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Thayer trying to control but Kanaani is working from the bottom.
Kanaani utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #T3##ES2#
Kanaani is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Thayer presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
Kanaani is working Thayer over against the cage.
Thayer jumps guard but Kanaani stands there with Thayer around his waist. Thayer gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Thayer has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Thayer misses with an elbow over the top.
Kanaani taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Kanaani misses with a shot to the kidneys.
#T4#
Kanaani has Thayer pressed against the cage, preventing Thayer from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Kanaani lands an uppercut.#BC#
Thayer manages to break the clinch.
Thayer's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Thayer duly obliges. #CUT#It looks like Mehdi Kanaani has been cut.
Kanaani swats away the attempt to clinch by Thayer.
Thayer misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Thayer wants to clinch up but Kanaani keeps it at a distance.#TD2#
Kanaani looking to score a takedown here. Thayer is defending well but Kanaani drives through and ends up in Thayer's guard.
Thayer pushes Kanaani off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Kanaani is working for takedown but Thayer is calmly controlling the position for now.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mehdi Kanaani showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3##CL2#
Kanaani closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Thayer looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Thayer working aggressively here.
Kanaani is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Thayer pulls him back up using the underhooks. #BC2#
Kanaani escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Thayer shoots in and drives through. Kanaani sprawls well.
Thayer tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Kanaani paws at him with a jab and circles away.
It seemed like Kanaani was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Kanaani scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Thayer is looking to clinch but Kanaani is avoiding it.
A solid leg kick lands there for Thayer.
Kanaani has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A head kick by Thayer misses #TD2#
and Kanaani decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Thayer's guard.
Thayer has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Kanaani is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kanaani prevents a takedown attempt there.
A nice left hand lands by Kanaani.
#T1#
Kanaani is looking to take this one to the mat.
Thayer is trying to force a seperation but Kanaani has the dominant position.
Thayer is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Thayer drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Thad Thayer. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kanaani softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Kanaani is pressed up against the cage. Thayer has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Kanaani down to the mat. Kanaani avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Thayer tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kanaani swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Kanaani bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Thayer's head.#TD2#
Kanaani closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Thayer to the mat! Thayer manages to get full guard.
Kanaani works over Thayer with some ground and pound from guard.#T2#
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Kanaani's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #SUB#
Thayer is looking for a triangle but Kanaani pushes his legs off easily.
Kanaani working some strikes from top position.
Kanaani trying to control the position from guard on top but Thayer is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Thayer manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Kanaani manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Kanaani has control of Thayer's left arm, preventing Thayer from doing any damage.
Kanaani keeping moving, preventing Thayer from controlling successfully. #T3#
Thayer pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kanaani is keeping the position for now.
Kanaani is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Thayer is controlling him.
Thayer stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kanaani swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Thayer stops Kanaani from standing up.
Thayer is looking to stand up but Kanaani won't let him.
Kanaani wants to get back to his feet but Thayer is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Kanaani wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Thayer tries to clinch up
letting Kanaani counter with a right hand.
Thad Thayer is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Kanaani throws a sloppy head kick and Thayer moves out of range easily.
Kanaani pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Thayer fails with the takedown.
Mehdi Kanaani is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#CL2#
Kanaani instigates a clinch. #BC2#
Kanaani escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Thad Thayer has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Mehdi Kanaani seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kanaani lands a high kick!
And that's the end of the fight!
Mehdi Kanaani comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Kanaani 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 Paul Tew scores the fight 27:30
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 28:30
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mehdi Kanaani!
A relieved looking Mehdi Kanaani 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:
WVT 9: Halo v Mogg
Date: Jun 12, 2022 |
#R1##CL#
Kanaani pushes Zexi up against the cage in a clinch.
Zexi tries to break the clinch but Kanaani is controlling the position.
Kanaani struggles to land a body shot inside as Zexi controls his hands.
Zexi doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kanaani misses with a body punch.
The referee calls for Zexi to work.
#BC2#
Zexi's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Kanaani takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Zexi throws a nice inside leg kick.
Zexi loads up on a big right hand but Kanaani slips the punch.
Kanaani slips under a jab from Zexi.
Kanaani throws a head kick but Zexi moves out of range.
Kanaani scores with a head kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Kanaani rushes Zexi and presses him up against the cage.
Zexi wants to break the clinch but can't.
#BC2#
Zexi escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Dai Zexi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Zexi digs a good hook to Kanaani's body.
Kanaani is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Zexi. #TD#
Zexi gets caught napping as Kanaani dives in and scores a takedown. Zexi manages to retain guard.#T1#
Zexi working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Kanaani.
Zexi wants to sweep here but Kanaani controlling him for the moment.
Kanaani landing some decent shots from guard.
Zexi lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Zexi trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Kanaani manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVR#
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Kanaani's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Kanaani postures up in Zexi's guard and throws a big left but Zexi blocks it. #SUB2#
Kanaani stands over his opponent and dives in with a flying punch! Zexi throws up his legs and catches Kanaani in a triangle! Oh this looks tight! Kanaani tries to escape but he's forced to tap! Wow, fantastic work there by Zexi! That came out of nowhere!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Dai Zexi!
Dai Zexi decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little. |
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Event:
WVT 3: Mogg v Granger
Date: May 22, 2022 |
#R1#
Kanaani walks into a stiff left hand from Henderson .
Henderson throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kanaani counters with a straight right hand.#TD#
Kanaani throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Henderson tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Kanaani is in Henderson 's guard.#SUB2#
Henderson looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Kanaani lands a couple of digs.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kanaani is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Henderson tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Henderson is trying to control the position but Kanaani postures up.
Kanaani distracts Henderson with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Kanaani postures up in Henderson 's guard and throws a big left but Henderson blocks it.
Kanaani loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Kanaani throwing strikes from guard but Henderson blocks nicely.
Henderson looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Henderson keeping moving, preventing Kanaani from controlling successfully.
Kanaani is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #T1#
Kanaani stopping the sweep attempt from Henderson .
Kanaani scoring with punches to the head and body.
Kanaani keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Henderson 's head.
Kanaani keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Henderson 's head.
Henderson is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Kanaani wants to control from the top but Henderson keeps moving.
Henderson wants to sweep but no luck.
Henderson throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Kanaani working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T2#
Kanaani postures up.
Kanaani has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Kanaani trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Henderson working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Kanaani.
Henderson avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Kanaani postures up in Henderson 's guard and throws a big left but Henderson blocks it.
Kanaani is working Henderson over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Kanaani working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Kanaani scoring with punches to the head and body.
Henderson avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Kanaani missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Kanaani trying to control the position from guard on top but Henderson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Henderson working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Kanaani doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Kanaani manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Kanaani scoring with some ground and pound. #T3#
Henderson working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Kanaani.
Henderson not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Kanaani trying to control but Henderson is working from the bottom.
Henderson looking for a sweep. Not yet Henderson , not yet.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Kanaani accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Kanaani trying to control the position from guard on top but Henderson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Henderson wants to sweep but no luck. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Henderson wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Henderson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kanaani is looking to counter the offense by Henderson and move into the clinch.
Henderson throws a lazy right hand but Kanaani sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kanaani looks to land a combination but Henderson avoids it well. #CL#
Kanaani rushes Henderson and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Henderson has had enough of the clinch but Kanaani keeps him there for the moment.#BC2#
Henderson manages to break the clinch.
Henderson leaves Kanaani with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Henderson cracks Kanaani with a good jab.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#CL2#
Henderson rushes Kanaani and presses him up against the cage.
Henderson wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Kanaani is trying to stall.
Kanaani blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mehdi Kanaani dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
A swing and a miss from Henderson .
Kanaani shoots in for a takedown but Henderson shows good takedown defense.
Henderson is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Henderson lands the left hand.
Henderson takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Kanaani walks into a jab.#CL#
Kanaani forces Henderson back against the cage and clinches.
A frustrated look appears on Henderson 's face as he tries to break the clinch.
I was talking to Kanaani's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Henderson wants to break free but Kanaani has control.
Henderson wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Kanaani has him pressed against the cage.
Henderson wants to break the clinch but can't.
Kanaani lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Henderson is trying to break the clinch but Kanaani has him pressed against the cage.
Kanaani digs a right hand into Henderson 's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Henderson 's gas tank.
Henderson tries to break free but Kanaani pushes him back against the cage.
Henderson prevents a body shot from Kanaani.
Henderson is looking to break free of the clinch but Kanaani has double underhooks. #T1##BC2#
Henderson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Kanaani throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Henderson on the side of the head.
Kanaani throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
The fighters circling - Henderson throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Henderson throws out a loose jab but Kanaani uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kanaani fails with a takedown attempt.
Kanaani closes this distance looking for a takedown but Henderson circles away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mehdi Kanaani. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kanaani shoots in for a takedown but Henderson shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Kanaani throws a hook but Henderson avoids it easily.
Kanaani throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #CL#
Kanaani clinches up with Henderson and pushes him back against the cage.#BC2#
Henderson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
Kanaani gets a clinch.
Henderson is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.#BC2#
Henderson manages to break the clinch.
#T2#
Henderson thuds a left hand into Kanaani's body.
No joy there for Kanaani, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kanaani will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Kanaani doesn't succeed with the takedown
letting Henderson counter with a right hand. #CL2#
Henderson rushes Kanaani and presses him up against the cage.#BC2#
Henderson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Henderson connects with a single shot there.
Kanaani shoots in and drives through. Henderson sprawls well.
Henderson looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Ryan Henderson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Henderson dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Kanaani goes for a double leg but Henderson avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Henderson continues to drive forward.
Henderson blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kanaani keeps control of Henderson as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. #BC2#
Henderson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#CL#
Henderson tries to keep at a distance but Kanaani has taken the fight into the clinch.
Henderson has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.#T3#
Kanaani has Henderson pressed against the cage, preventing Henderson from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Henderson is trying to push Kanaani away but Kanaani has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Henderson is trying to break the clinch but Kanaani is controlling him.
Henderson is looking to break free of the clinch but Kanaani has double underhooks.
Henderson can't break the clinch.
Kanaani is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Henderson is keeping busy.
Kanaani can't get the takedown.
Henderson is trying to force a seperation but Kanaani has the dominant position.
Henderson is trying to break free.
Kanaani tries a body shot but Henderson blocks it.
Kanaani prevents Henderson from breaking the clinch.
Henderson looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Henderson is trying to break the clinch but Kanaani has him pressed against the cage. #BC#
Kanaani breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
A lazy left from Kanaani finds it's target.
Kanaani takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Henderson misses with a looping right.
Henderson blocks a head kick by Kanaani.
Ryan Henderson seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Henderson misses with a straight left.
Henderson getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Kanaani shoots in looking for a takedown. Henderson tries to sprawl out of it but Kanaani keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Henderson manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Henderson tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Henderson closes this distance looking for a takedown but Kanaani circles away.#TD2#
Henderson darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Henderson prevents Kanaani from improving his position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ryan Henderson showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3##CL#
Kanaani drives through and clinches with Henderson against the cage.
Kanaani can't find room to land a body shot as Henderson controls the action.
#BC2#
Henderson 's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Kanaani tries to move into range but Henderson moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#CL2#
Henderson takes the fight into the clinch. #BC#
Kanaani breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Henderson digs a good body shot into Kanaani's ribs.
Henderson avoids the head kick by Kanaani.
Henderson misses with a looping right.
Mehdi Kanaani is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Kanaani drives through and clinches with Henderson against the cage.
Henderson misses with a body punch.
#BC2#
Henderson manages to break the clinch.
#CL#
Henderson gets tackled into the cage by Kanaani. Kanaani maintains the clinch.
Henderson struggles to land a body shot inside as Kanaani controls his hands.
#T1#
Henderson wants to break free but Kanaani has control.
Kanaani cracks Henderson with a nice body shot.#BC2#
Henderson 's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Henderson digs a good body shot into Kanaani's ribs.#CL#
Kanaani takes the fight into the clinch.
Henderson tries to break the clinch but Kanaani is controlling the position.
Kanaani prevents Henderson from breaking the clinch.
Kanaani misses with a body punch.
A bit of stalling here from Kanaani.
Henderson prevents a body shot from Kanaani.
Henderson has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.#BC2#
Henderson 's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
A big right from Kanaani misses.
Henderson thuds his right hand into Kanaani's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#T2##TD#
Kanaani feints and as Henderson raises his hands in defense, Kanaani changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Mehdi Kanaani overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Kanaani missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Henderson trying to control the position.
Kanaani with a nice head shot there.
Kanaani throws a big elbow that misses.
Kanaani wants to control from the top but Henderson keeps moving.
Henderson wants to stand up but Kanaani is controlling him.
Kanaani missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
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!
Henderson has momentary wrist control but Kanaani slips an elbow through the middle.
Kanaani lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#T3#
Henderson working a defensive guard here.
Henderson utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Kanaani missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #SUB2#
Henderson is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Kanaani is aware though and is defending well.
Kanaani content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Kanaani postures up in Henderson 's guard and throws a big left but Henderson blocks it.
Kanaani trying to control but Henderson is working from the bottom.
Kanaani scoring with some ground and pound.
Henderson is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Kanaani is controlling him.
Kanaani working some strikes from top position.#T4#
Kanaani postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Kanaani working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Kanaani looking to sit in guard and control but Henderson gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Kanaani pulls Henderson in close to prevent any damage.
Henderson sitting in guard here, content to control.
Henderson 's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
And that's the end of the fight!
Mehdi Kanaani showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Kanaani has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. 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 Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight 29:28
Judge Tarja Halkonen scores the fight 29:28
Judge Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mehdi Kanaani!
After winning the bout, Mehdi Kanaani thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
BB 43 - Paris vs Nakagawa
Date: Apr 25, 2022 |
#R1#
Mcgee throws a lazy uppercut
#CL2#
and Kanaani moves into the clinch.
Kanaani lands a body shot in the clinch.
#BC#
Mcgee breaks from the clinch.
Kanaani tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #CL2#
Kanaani rushes Mcgee and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#BC#
Mcgee breaks the clinch.
Kanaani clobbers Mcgee with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Mcgee misses with a body shot
and Kanaani counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kanaani goes for a double leg but Mcgee avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Mcgee continues to drive forward.
Mcgee swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Kanaani counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kanaani slips a jab from Mcgee.
Mcgee misses with a looping left.
Mcgee takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kanaani pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Mcgee misses with a body punch
and Kanaani counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Kanaani walks into a left hand.
Mcgee has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Latin Gym in the buildup to the fight.
Mcgee is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kanaani.
A jab from Mcgee misses. #T1#
Mcgee throws a body shot but no joy.
A punch combination from Mcgee misses.
Mcgee throws a right and a left that Kanaani avoids nicely.
Mcgee throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kanaani moves out of range of the strikes.
Mcgee scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.#CUT#It looks like Mehdi Kanaani has been cut.
Rockwell Mcgee is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Good shot there by Kanaani.
Mcgee throws a right hand that Kanaani ducks under and follows up with a left that Kanaani also avoids with ease.
Kanaani shoots for a double leg takedown but Mcgee sprawls well. He's pushed Kanaani's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Mcgee jabbing away but nothing is landing. #TD2#
Kanaani shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Mcgee manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Mcgee keeping moving, preventing Kanaani from controlling successfully.
Kanaani throws a big elbow that misses.
Mcgee will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T2#
Kanaani loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Kanaani is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Kanaani throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Mcgee works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Mcgee wants to stand and escape but Kanaani is having none of it. #ES#
Mcgee is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
A short left from Kanaani. #CUT2#It looks like Rockwell Mcgee has been cut.
Kanaani has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Mcgee after a bit of a struggle.
Rockwell Mcgee has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mehdi Kanaani.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Kanaani.
Mcgee tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Kanaani avoids it.
Kanaani on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
#BC#
Mcgee breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Kanaani gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Mcgee counters with a nice uppercut. #T3#
Kanaani is looking to clinch but Mcgee is avoiding it.
Mcgee swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Kanaani.
Mcgee lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#TD2#
Kanaani manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Mcgee on his heels. He'll look to pass Mcgee's guard now, I'm sure.
Kanaani throws a big right hand that misses.
Kanaani in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Mcgee is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Kanaani working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Kanaani postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Mcgee avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Kanaani scoring with some ground and pound.
Kanaani is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Kanaani trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #T4#
Kanaani postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Kanaani throws a big right hand that misses. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
A swing and a miss from Kanaani.
Mcgee fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kanaani manages to avoid it.
Kanaani waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Mcgee.
Kanaani avoids the body shot from Mcgee.
Mcgee loads up on a big right hand but Kanaani slips the punch.
Mcgee throws a body shot but no joy.
Mcgee misses with a double jab.
A nice side step and Kanaani releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mcgee misses with a left hand #TD2#
and Kanaani counters with a single leg into guard. Mcgee didn't expect that.
Kanaani lands a couple of digs.
Mcgee avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Kanaani throwing strikes from guard but Mcgee blocks nicely.
Kanaani throwing strikes from guard but Mcgee blocks nicely.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Mehdi Kanaani will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Kanaani ducks under a wild hook from Mcgee.
Mcgee pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Mcgee blocks a head kick by Kanaani.
Mcgee avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Mcgee appears to be looking for a big counter.
Mcgee scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Kanaani doesn't seem bothered though.
Mcgee misses the jab.
Mcgee swings widly with a right hand
#TD2#
and Kanaani decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Mcgee's guard.
Mcgee working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Kanaani.
Kanaani is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Kanaani postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kanaani throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Mcgee utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Mcgee wants to get back to his feet but Kanaani is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Kanaani throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Mcgee works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T1#
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Kanaani's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Kanaani trying to control the position from guard on top but Mcgee is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Mcgee lands a head shot.
Kanaani avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Mcgee blocks a head kick by Kanaani.
Kanaani displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Mcgee throws out the jab.
Mcgee ducks under a wild hook from Kanaani.
Kanaani moves forwards but Mcgee connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Mcgee throws a shot from downtown. Kanaani moves away and avoids it.
Rockwell Mcgee is winning the standup battle so far.
Kanaani throws a head kick but Mcgee moves out of range.
Mcgee appears to be looking for a big counter.#CL2#
Kanaani has managed to clinch.
#BC#
Mcgee escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
A head kick misses from Kanaani. #T2#
Mcgee jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kanaani with a jab.
Mcgee misses the shot to the body.
Mcgee throws a good cross that connects.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mcgee throws a right hand that Kanaani ducks under and follows up with a left that Kanaani also avoids with ease.
A big right from Mcgee misses.
Kanaani looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Mcgee misses with an uppercut. #CL2#
Kanaani clinches.
Kanaani has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Mcgee is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Kanaani changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Mcgee fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Mcgee looks to land a right hand but Kanaani moved out of range.
Kanaani will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Rockwell Mcgee has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mehdi Kanaani.
Some wild striking there from Mcgee.
Mcgee lands with a right hand. #T3#
Mcgee throws out a loose jab but Kanaani uses good head movement to avoid it.
Mcgee swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Kanaani misses with a body shot.
Mcgee lands with a straight right. Kanaani didn't see that one coming.
Kanaani slips under a jab.#CL2#
Kanaani clinches up against the cage.#BC#
Mcgee breaks from the clinch.
Mcgee swinging wildly here.
Mcgee misses with a looping left.
Mcgee takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Mcgee fails to land with a series of punches.
Kanaani tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Mcgee looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Mcgee fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kanaani manages to avoid it.#T4#
Mcgee throws a lazy right hand but Kanaani sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kanaani lands a nice hook to Mcgee's body. Mcgee takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kanaani shoots for a double leg takedown but Mcgee sprawls well. He's pushed Kanaani's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Kanaani throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Rockwell Mcgee seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Mcgee misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kanaani.
Kanaani uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Mcgee.
Kanaani shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Mcgee as he jumps to the side.
Kanaani just misses with a punch to the body.
Kanaani throws a sloppy head kick and Mcgee moves out of range easily.
Kanaani shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Mcgee defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Kanaani.
Kanaani is breathing heavily.
Mcgee blocks a head kick by Kanaani.
#TD2#
Kanaani shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Mcgee napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Mcgee tries to escape but Kanaani is in control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Rockwell Mcgee dominated that second round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Mcgee misses with a left hand
and Kanaani counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Mcgee thinking.
Kanaani lands a high kick!
Kanaani lands a really nice looking cross but Mcgee seems unphased.
Kanaani lands with a nice combination. Mcgee backs away looking to recover.
Kanaani gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Mcgee.
Mcgee jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Mcgee lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Kanaani backs up against the cage.
#CUT#That has opened up Mehdi Kanaani's cut even more.
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!
Kanaani throws a nice looking combination but Mcgee bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Kanaani tries a head kick but it misses.
Kanaani lands a jab-cross combination.
Mcgee misses with an uppercut. Kanaani saw that one coming.
Mcgee connects with a single shot there.
Kanaani steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Mcgee.
Kanaani looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Kanaani shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Mcgee defends it nicely.
Kanaani takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1#
Kanaani swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Mcgee swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Mcgee throws the left hand but Kanaani avoids the punch easily.
Kanaani ducks right into an uppercut from Mcgee.
Kanaani falls off balance throwing a combination
and Mcgee connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#ROC#Kanaani is rocked!
Mcgee misses with a straight left. #KD#
Kanaani ducks straight into an uppercut from Mcgee and tumbles to the canvas! It’s a flash knockdown though - Kanaani manages to regain guard straight away.
Kanaani is still in real trouble! Can Mcgee finish him?#CUT#The cut above Mehdi Kanaani's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#ES2#
Kanaani manages to escape and get back to his feet.
Kanaani ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kanaani loses concentration momentarily and Mcgee pounces with a three punch combo! Right, left, right! Kanaani crashes face first to the mat, out cold! Mcgee finishes this one with a fantastically precise combo! Great stuff.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:50 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Rockwell Mcgee!
Rockwell Mcgee decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
BB 38 - Norton vs Jones 2
Date: Apr 02, 2022 |
#R1#
Kanaani tries to close the distance and clinch up but Nagibatel swats him away and circles back towards the center. #TD#
Kanaani shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Nagibatel napping and manages to drive through into side control!
We've been hearing good reports from Kanaani's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Kanaani lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Nagibatel is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Kanaani throws an elbow but Nagibatel slips to the side and avoids it well.
You can see the frustration on Nagibatel's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nagibatel is not content to let Kanaani control the position.
The ground and pound from Kanaani seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent. #T1#
Nagibatel is looking for a sweep.
Kanaani is chipping away with strikes.
Nagibatel wants to control but Kanaani postures up.
Nagibatel takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Nagibatel avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Kanaani.
Kanaani creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Nagibatel sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nagibatel is looking for a sweep.
Kanaani misses with the ground and pound.
The strikes coming from Kanaani are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Kanaani in side control lands a decent elbow.
Kanaani in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Kanaani throwing shots but missing, from side control. #T2#
Kanaani lands a few punches from side control.
Nagibatel tries to buck Kanaani off but Kanaani is having none of it.
Kanaani in side control, throwing shots but Nagibatel defends.
Kanaani is putting a hurting on Nagibatel here, landing some big shots from side control.
Kanaani tries to stand but Nagibatel is controlling his head.
Kanaani working the ground and pound.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nagibatel dodges the ground and pound from Kanaani.
Kanaani throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Kanaani working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Kanaani working the body and head with strikes.
Kanaani misses with an attempted head punch from side control. #T3#
Kanaani is trying to ground and pound but Nagibatel uses the momentary lack of control by Kanaani to regain half guard.
Nagibatel is trying to maintain the position but Kanaani is very close to passing his half guard.
Kanaani sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Nagibatel defending well though.
Kanaani throwing shots but Nagibatel is blocking nicely.
Nagibatel is looking to improve his position.
Kanaani missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Nagibatel trying to control here.
#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Kanaani sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Kanaani thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Kanaani thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Nagibatel's head.
Nagibatel blocking the ground and pound attempt from Kanaani.
Kanaani misses with a head shot. Nagibatel uses the momentum to regain guard.
Kanaani postures up in Nagibatel's guard and throws a big left but Nagibatel blocks it.
Kanaani has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kanaani missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Nagibatel preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mehdi Kanaani dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Kanaani throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A slow jab from Nagibatel misses its intended target.
Nagibatel ducks under a wild hook from Kanaani.
Kanaani tries to clinch up.
Kanaani is looking to clinch but Nagibatel is avoiding it.
Kanaani avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Nagibatel throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Nagibatel fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Kanaani.
Nagibatel throws a shot from downtown. Kanaani moves away and avoids it.
Nagibatel finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
That kick from Nagibatel tenderised Kanaani's leg. Kanaani is trying to keep his angry face on.
Kanaani throws the left hand but Nagibatel avoids the punch easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nagibatel tries to land a leg kick but Kanaani saw it coming and moves away.
Kanaani throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
It seemed like Nagibatel was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Nagibatel tests Kanaani's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Nagibatel scores with a leg kick.
#TD#
Kanaani looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.#T1#
Nice strikes from Kanaani there.
Nagibatel keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Nagibatel avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Kanaani.
Kanaani is just content to waste time from the top position. Nagibatel takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Kanaani trying to control but Nagibatel is working from the bottom.
Nagibatel utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Kanaani throwing strikes from guard but Nagibatel blocks nicely.
Nagibatel is trying to keep Kanaani in close.
Kanaani wants to control from the top but Nagibatel keeps moving.
Kanaani lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Nagibatel preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Kanaani is looking to work some ground and pound but Nagibatel has wrist control.
Kanaani loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Kanaani is working Nagibatel over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Kanaani connects with a couple of short punches.#T3#
Kanaani throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Nagibatel works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Kanaani postures up in Nagibatel's guard and throws a big left but Nagibatel blocks it.
Kanaani missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Kanaani throws a big elbow that misses.
Kanaani throws a big right hand that misses.
Kanaani postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Kanaani distracts Nagibatel with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Nagibatel is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Kanaani missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Nagibatel utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Kanaani throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Kanaani throws a big right hand that misses. #T4#
Kanaani wants to control from the top but Nagibatel keeps moving.
Kanaani is looking to work some ground and pound but Nagibatel has wrist control.
Kanaani working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Kanaani scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Kanaani working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Kanaani in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Kanaani postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Nagibatel preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Kanaani's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Kanaani postures up in Nagibatel's guard and throws a big left but Nagibatel blocks it.
Kanaani in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mehdi Kanaani dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. And we move into the final round!#R3#
That kick from Nagibatel tenderised Kanaani's leg. Kanaani is trying to keep his angry face on.
A clash of legs there as Kanaani blocks the low kick.
Kanaani scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Nice defenses there by Kanaani.
Mehdi Kanaani is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Nagibatel walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Kanaani is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Nagibatel can do to turn this around?
A telegraphed right hand from Nagibatel misses the target.
Kanaani fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Nagibatel looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.#TD#
Kanaani fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Nagibatel sprawls well initially but Kanaani persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Kanaani missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Kanaani scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kanaani working the head and body with strikes.
Kanaani missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Kanaani thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Kanaani controlling the pace.
Ground and pound from Kanaani. #T1#
Nagibatel regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Kanaani.
Kanaani throwing strikes but missing.
Nagibatel is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Kanaani landing some decent shots from guard.
Nagibatel pulls Kanaani in close to his closed guard and prevents Kanaani from doing any damage or advancing position.
Nagibatel keeping moving, preventing Kanaani from controlling successfully. #T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Kanaani keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Nagibatel's head.
Nagibatel working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Kanaani.
Kanaani working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Nagibatel is adopting a defensive guard.
Kanaani throwing strikes but missing.
Nagibatel utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Kanaani is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #T3#
Kanaani missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Kanaani being controlled here momentarily.
Kanaani postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Kanaani accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Kanaani throwing strikes from guard but Nagibatel blocks nicely.
Kanaani postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Nagibatel working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Kanaani.
Kanaani working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Kanaani throws a big elbow that misses. #T4#
Kanaani makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Kanaani being controlled here momentarily.
Kanaani lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Kanaani missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Nagibatel controls Kanaani momentarily but Kanaani frees himself.
Lyoha Nagibatel has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Kanaani accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Mehdi Kanaani is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Mehdi Kanaani overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Nagibatel trying to strike off his back.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Kanaani accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #SUB2#
Nagibatel has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Kanaani can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
And that's the end of the fight!
Mehdi Kanaani showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Kanaani, 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 Hirohito Nitta scores the fight for Mehdi Kanaani!
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight for Mehdi Kanaani!
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight for Mehdi Kanaani!
Mehdi Kanaani wins by unanimous decision!
Mehdi Kanaani thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
BB 31 Obaminator vs Tavares 2
Date: Mar 01, 2022 |
#R1#
A slow jab from Kanaani misses its intended target.
Malley looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Kanaani throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Malley tries to score with a low kick but Kanaani moves his leg out of the way.
Kanaani tries to clinch up
and Malley counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CUT2#It looks like Mehdi Kanaani has been cut.
Malley swats away the attempt to clinch by Kanaani.
Kanaani tries to clinch but Malley moves away
and Malley counters with a head kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Malley turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Kanaani swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Malley.
Malley misses with a hook.
Kanaani scores with a nice head shot.
Kanaani will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.#T1#
Malley avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
That kick from Malley tenderised Kanaani's leg. Kanaani is trying to keep his angry face on.
Malley throws a head kick but Kanaani moves out of range.
Kanaani misses the jab.
Malley misses with a body shot.
Kanaani misses with an uppercut. Malley saw that one coming.
A countering left hand to the body from Malley misses.#TD#
Malley gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Kanaani to score an easy takedown into full guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Kanaani's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Malley tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Malley keeping moving, preventing Kanaani from controlling successfully.
Malley is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Kanaani throwing strikes but missing. #T2#
Kanaani throwing strikes from guard but Malley blocks nicely.
Malley wants to stand but Kanaani is controlling the position. #ES2#
Malley pushes Kanaani off and scrambles back to his feet.
A nice leg kick from Malley, right into the meat of the thigh.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Malley steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kanaani.
Kanaani tries to land a leg kick but Malley saw it coming and moves away.
Kanaani throws a nice inside leg kick.
Kanaani scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Kanaani is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T3#
Kanaani tries to close the distance and clinch up but Malley swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Kanaani avoids the body shot from Malley.
Malley lands a nice leg kick that just misses Kanaani's sensitive parts.
Kanaani on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Malley. Malley obviously looking to wear him down.
A big right from Kanaani misses.
A clash of legs there as Kanaani blocks the low kick.
Malley misses the shot to the body.
Mehdi Kanaani seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A telegraphed right hand from Malley misses the target.
Kanaani is looking to clinch.
Malley with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Kanaani doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Malley counters with a straight punch to the midsection.#T4#
Malley lands a glancing blow to the side of Kanaani's head.
Malley steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kanaani.
Kanaani dives in for a single leg takedown but Malley sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mehdi Kanaani. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A nice left hand lands by Malley.
Malley tries a body shot but Kanaani blocks it.
Kanaani goes for a takedown in the clinch but Malley prevents it.
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!#BC2#
Malley breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Malley throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Kanaani on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Jane Malley is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A left lands for Kanaani.
A big left from Kanaani misses.
Malley lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jane Malley dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Mehdi Kanaani's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
An inside leg kick from Kanaani misses.
Kanaani fails with a takedown attempt.
Malley takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Kanaani feints and then cracks Malley's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Malley down.
Kanaani throws a lazy uppercut
and Malley counters with a right hand to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Malley slips under a jab from Kanaani.
Malley tries to score with a low kick but Kanaani moves his leg out of the way.
A big right from Kanaani misses.
Kanaani moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromMalley.
Kanaani attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Malley feints a counter leg kick.#T1#
Kanaani misses with a lunging right hand
and Malley counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kanaani swings widly with a right hand
and Malley counters with a straight right hand.
Jane Malley seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kanaani stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Malley.
Kanaani throws a big shot that misses.
Malley has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Malley throws a leg kick
and Kanaani cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Malley misses with a head kick.
Malley connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Malley connects with a single shot there.
Malley lands a right hook to the body.
Kanaani throws a lazy uppercut
and Malley counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kanaani throws a hook to the side of Malley's head but Malley sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Malley buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
#T2#
Kanaani darts in trying to clinch
and Malley counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Kanaani thinking.
Kanaani on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Jab from Malley.
Kanaani tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Malley paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Malley throws a big counter head kick but Kanaani avoids it with no problem.#TD#
Kanaani closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Kanaani is trying to ground and pound but Malley uses the momentary lack of control by Kanaani to regain half guard.
Kanaani thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Malley's head.
Malley wants to get back to full guard.
Kanaani with the ground and pound but Malley uses the opportunity to regain guard. #T3#
Kanaani loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Kanaani makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Kanaani loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Kanaani trying to control the position from guard on top but Malley is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kanaani stops Malley from standing up.
Kanaani throwing strikes from guard but Malley blocks nicely.
Kanaani working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Malley is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Malley stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kanaani swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T4#
Malley sitting in guard here, content to control.
Kanaani wants to stand but Malley is controlling the position.
Malley's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Kanaani pulls Malley in close to prevent any damage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jane Malley showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Mehdi Kanaani's cut.
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#
Malley gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Malley misses with a body shot.
An attempted straight right counter from Kanaani misses the target.
Malley lands with a cross.
Malley throws a sloppy body shot
and Kanaani counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Malley connects with an inside leg kick.
Malley checks a leg kick.
Malley slips under a jab from Kanaani.
Malley lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Kanaani closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Malley to the mat! Malley manages to get full guard. #ES2#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Malley manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kanaani has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Malley after a bit of a struggle.
Malley prevents a takedown attempt there.
#T1##BC2#
Malley breaks the clinch.
A good leg kick by Malley.
Kanaani steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Malley.
A leg kick checked by Malley.
Malley circles away from the clinch attempt.
A head kick misses from Malley.
Kanaani doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Kanaani is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Malley.
Kanaani turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Malley misses with a double jab
letting Kanaani counter with a right hand. #T2#
Kanaani fails to land the takedown.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Malley! But no joy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mehdi Kanaani. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A nice inside leg kick there by Malley. That's going to slow Kanaani down.
Malley tries a low kick but Kanaani avoids it.
Kanaani throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Malley counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Malley wants to slow Kanaani down by chopping away at his legs.
Malley checks a low kick from Kanaani.
Malley thows a leg kick but Kanaani checks it
and Kanaani counters with a nice uppercut.
Kanaani is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Malley slips a jab and a cross from Kanaani.
Malley swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Well,Kanaani is on his way to losing a decision here. Can he use his experience to pull something off in the closing minutes?
Kanaani dives in for a single leg takedown but Malley sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.#BC2#
Malley breaks the clinch.
#T3#
Malley throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Kanaani misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Malley.
Malley dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Kanaani. That did some damage!
Kanaani misses with a series of wild punches.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Malley! But no joy.
Kanaani has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Kanaani there as he acknowledges the shot.
Malley lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Kanaani keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Malley.
Malley tries to score with a low kick but Kanaani moves his leg out of the way.
A bone on bone clash there as Kanaani blocks the leg kick.
Malley throws a low kick but Kanaani avoids it.#T4#
Kanaani tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Malley connects with a solid leg kick.
Malley throws out a powerful jab.
Malley throws a solid leg kick but Kanaani takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Malley.
Kanaani thuds his right hand into Malley's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kanaani fails in his attempt to clinch.
Malley cracks Kanaani with an open hand slap.
Mehdi Kanaani has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
That kick from Kanaani tenderised Malley's leg. Malley is trying to keep his angry face on.
Kanaani with a lazy takedown attempt #KD2#
and Malley counters with a head kick that drops Kanaani to the mat! Kanaani scrambles across the canvas and gets back to his feet, still wobbly!#ROC2#Kanaani is rocked!
A nice leg kick lands there from Malley.
Jane Malley is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Oh Kanaani is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Malley fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Kanaani has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Malley fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Kanaani.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jane Malley comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Malley has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight for Jane Malley!
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight for Jane Malley!
Judge Albert Achterberg scores the fight for Jane Malley!
Jane Malley wins by unanimous decision!
Our winner, Jane Malley, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
BB 24 - Abner vs Olsen 2
Date: Jan 29, 2022 |
#R1#
Hatfield scores with the left hand. Kanaani knows he should have avoided that one.
Kanaani changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Hatfield tries to avoid it but Kanaani manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Hatfield to the ground. Hatfield escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Hatfield moves into range and connects with a jab.
Kanaani uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Hatfield.
Kanaani changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Hatfield tries to avoid it but Kanaani manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Hatfield to the ground. Hatfield escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Hatfield doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Hatfield scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
A chopping leg kick lands by Hatfield.
Hatfield misses with a straight left.
Kanaani throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Hatfield's waist but Hatfield gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Kanaani off to one side.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mehdi Kanaani. That's going to take a lot out of him.
That kick from Hatfield tenderised Kanaani's leg. Kanaani is trying to keep his angry face on.
Kanaani gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Hatfield.#TD#
Kanaani 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.
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!
Kanaani trying to control the position from guard on top but Hatfield is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kanaani is looking to work some ground and pound but Hatfield has wrist control.#ES2#
Hatfield has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Kanaani has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
Kanaani goes for a takedown in the clinch but Hatfield prevents it.
#BC2#
Hatfield's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T1#
Hatfield moves out of range of the strikes.
Kanaani lands with a good body shot.
Hatfield throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Hatfield looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Kanaani with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Hatfield to score with a decent uppercut.
Hatfield scores with a leg kick.
Kanaani comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Hatfield connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Kanaani's hands.
Kanaani stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Hatfield.
Hatfield bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Kanaani's head backwards.#TD#
Kanaani gets the takedown into side control.
Hatfield explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hatfield gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Kanaani.#CL#
Kanaani gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Hatfield is trying to stall.
#BC2#
Hatfield escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#T2#
Hatfield throws a hook to the side of Kanaani's head but Kanaani sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Hatfield throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Kanaani on the side of the head.
Kanaani tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Hatfield defends well and Kanaani ends up having to push Hatfield into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Hatfield is pushing Kanaani up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Hatfield lands a right hand that snaps the head of Kanaani backwards. #BC2#
Hatfield breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Hatfield throws a right hand that Kanaani ducks under and follows up with a left that Kanaani also avoids with ease.
Kanaani jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Kanaani uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Hatfield.
Hatfield waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kanaani.
Hatfield will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Kanaani throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Hatfield's waist but Hatfield gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Kanaani off to one side.
A big left from Hatfield misses. #T3#
Kanaani slips a straight right by Hatfield.
Hatfield lands a right hook to the body.
Hatfield thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kanaani feinted with a counter takedown.
Kanaani throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Riley Hatfield seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A cross from Hatfield lands.
Hatfield is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Kanaani had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Nice defenses there by Kanaani.
Hatfield with the inside leg kick.
Kanaani bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Hatfield fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Kanaani on the side of the head.
Hatfield throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kanaani sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Hatfield swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Hatfield throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kanaani sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A punch combination from Hatfield misses.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kanaani.
Hatfield throws a leg kick but Kanaani checks it.
Kanaani was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Hatfield looks to land a left hand but Kanaani moved out of range nicely.
Kanaani is looking to counter punch.
Kanaani takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
#T4#
The fighters circling - Hatfield throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Hatfield throws a head kick but Kanaani moves out of range.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hatfield throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Hatfield thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kanaani swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kanaani takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Kanaani is trying hard to land a takedown here. Hatfield sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Kanaani on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Hatfield misses the jab.
Hatfield takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Kanaani displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Hatfield throws out the jab.
Hatfield with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kanaani tries to clinch there but Hatfield circles away.
#CL#
Kanaani clinches.
Kanaani has Hatfield pressed against the cage.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Hatfield.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Riley Hatfield dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Hatfield leaves Kanaani with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Hatfield keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Hatfield circles away from the clinch attempt.
Kanaani avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#CL#
Kanaani moves into the clinch.
Hatfield lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Kanaani backwards.
A short right from Hatfield.
Hatfield stops a takedown attempt from Kanaani.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mehdi Kanaani. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hatfield softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#BC2#
Hatfield breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kanaani takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Kanaani fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Hatfield loads up on a big right hand but Kanaani slips the punch.
Kanaani tries to close the distance and clinch but Hatfield swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Hatfield throws a low kick but Kanaani moves out of range easily.
Riley Hatfield seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Hatfield misses with an uppercut. Kanaani saw that one coming.
Kanaani drops down looking for a counter takedown but Hatfield sprawls and moves away.#T1#
Hatfield swings away with a body shot that misses
#TD#
and Kanaani counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Kanaani. #ES2#
Hatfield has his feet on Kanaani's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Kanaani is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Kanaani slips a jab from Hatfield.
Hatfield is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kanaani.
Kanaani looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
The fighters circle momentarily. Hatfield darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
A nice leg kick lands there from Hatfield.
Kanaani tries to move into range but Hatfield moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Hatfield misses with an uppercut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hatfield misses with a straight right.
Hatfield misses with a double jab.
Hatfield feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Kanaanis jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!#TD#
Kanaani closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Hatfield's guard.
Kanaani working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #ES2#
Hatfield manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.#T2#
Kanaani has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Hatfield after a bit of a struggle.
Hatfield working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Hatfield misses with a punch on the inside.
#BC2#
Hatfield pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Hatfield throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kanaani was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Riley Hatfield is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Hatfield moves out of range of the body kick.
Hatfield swings for the body but Kanaani moves out of range.
Kanaani appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Kanaani uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Hatfield.
Some bone on bone action there as Hatfield checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Hatfield keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kanaani keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Hatfield.
The fighters circling - Hatfield throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kanaani tries to counter with a takedown but Hatfield is quick to defend against it.
Hatfield just misses with a punch to the body.
A good leg kick by Hatfield.
Kanaani dives in and grabs Hatfield's left leg, looking for a takedown. Hatfield pushes down on Kanaani's head and hops out.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Hatfield! But no joy.#T3#
Kanaani is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Hatfield throws an ugly left hook that misses
#TD#
and Kanaani counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Kanaani.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Kanaani's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kanaani is stalling in the full guard. #ES2#
Hatfield has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Kanaani off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
A jab lands there for Kanaani.
Hatfield with a nice calf kick.
Hatfield pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kanaani connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Hatfield fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Kanaani has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kanaani shoots in looking for a takedown. Hatfield tries to sprawl out of it but Kanaani keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Hatfield manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #T4#
Kanaani lands a lovely overhand right.
Hatfield scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Kanaani shoots in looking for a takedown but Hatfield manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Kanaani's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Kanaani throws a body shot but no joy.
Kanaani gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Hatfield looks to land a left hand but Kanaani moved out of range nicely.
A jab lands there for Kanaani.
Kanaani slips under a jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nice shot by Hatfield.
Hatfield fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Kanaani misses with a hook.
Kanaani fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Hatfield avoids it really well and circles away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Riley Hatfield showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Hatfield connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Kanaani blocks a jab.
A lazy left from Hatfield finds it's target.
Kanaani shoots in looking for a takedown. Hatfield tries to sprawl out of it but Kanaani keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Hatfield manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Hatfield! But no joy.
A slow jab from Hatfield misses its intended target.
Hatfield looks to land a right hand but Kanaani moved out of range.
Kanaani throws a lazy uppercut
and Hatfield counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hatfield throws a body punch but Kanaani moves out of range.
Hatfield tests Kanaani's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Kanaani moves in looking to clinch but Hatfield pushes him off.
Kanaani tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Hatfield getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Hatfield throws a jab but it's blocked by Kanaani. #T1#
Kanaani is looking to clinch but Hatfield is avoiding it.
Kanaani dives in and grabs Hatfield's left leg, looking for a takedown. Hatfield pushes down on Kanaani's head and hops out.
Kanaani uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Hatfield.
Hatfield tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kanaani was well out of range. Poor timing from Hatfield.
A head kick misses from Hatfield.
Hatfield swats away the attempt to clinch by Kanaani.
Kanaani throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Hatfield connects with a leg kick.
Kanaani keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Hatfield.
Hatfield is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kanaani.
Hatfield throws a leg kick #TD#
and Kanaani counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Hatfield kicks off Kanaani and gets to his feet.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hatfield lands the left hand.
Hatfield with a jab.#T2#
Kanaani throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Hatfield throws the left hand but Kanaani avoids the punch easily.
Hatfield lands a leg kick that knocks Kanaani off balance momentarily.
Hatfield pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kanaani avoids the body shot from Hatfield.
Kanaani moves out of range as Hatfield strikes.
Hatfield throws a right hand that misses
and Kanaani counters with a straight right hand.
Hatfield throws a good cross that connects.
Hatfield scores with a head kick.
Hatfield with a nice cross.
Kanaani shoots in and drives through. Hatfield sprawls well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mehdi Kanaani. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A looping hook to the body misses from Hatfield. Kanaani does a little dance to reset his feet.
Hatfield misses with a hook. Kanaani ducked under it nicely.
Kanaani on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Hatfield. Hatfield obviously looking to wear him down.
Hatfield loads up on a big right hand but Kanaani slips the punch.#T3#
Hatfield thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kanaani drops down looking for a counter takedown but Hatfield sprawls and moves away.
Hatfield swings widly with a right hand
letting Kanaani counter with a right hand.
Kanaani shoots for a takedown but Hatfield saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Kanaani slips a jab from Hatfield.
Well,Kanaani is on his way to losing a decision here. Can he use his experience to pull something off in the closing minutes?
Hatfield lands with a shot to the body.
Kanaani fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Kanaani ducks under a wild hook from Hatfield.
Hatfield has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Kanaani slips under a jab.
Hatfield lands with a straight right. Kanaani didn't see that one coming.
Kanaani moves out of range as Hatfield strikes.
Kanaani misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hatfield.
Hatfield throws a right hand that misses
#TD#
and Kanaani counters with a takedown into side control.
Hatfield throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kanaani blocks a low kick nicely.#T4##CL#
Kanaani pushes Hatfield up against the cage in a clinch.#TD#
Kanaani has picked Hatfield up - he's going for a ride! Kanaani dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Hatfield has one foot on Kanaani's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
Hatfield scores with a jab to the head.
#TD#
Kanaani feints and as Hatfield raises his hands in defense, Kanaani changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Hatfield pushes Kanaani off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
Kanaani misses with a body punch
and Hatfield cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Kanaani checks the leg kick.
Hatfield connects with a solid leg kick.
Mehdi Kanaani has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kanaani lands a slapping body shot.
Kanaani walks into a straight right hand from Hatfield.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Hatfield scores with a leg kick.
Kanaani is looking to clinch but Hatfield is avoiding it.
Riley Hatfield is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Hatfield connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
And that's the end of the fight!
Riley Hatfield comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Hatfield has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight for Riley Hatfield!
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight for Riley Hatfield!
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight for Riley Hatfield!
Riley Hatfield wins by unanimous decision!
A very excited looking Riley Hatfield made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
BB 15 - Zaintashara vs Roos
Date: Dec 15, 2021 |
#R1#
Kanaani blocks a leg kick.
Nagibatel lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Kanaani on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Nagibatel. Nagibatel obviously looking to wear him down.
Nagibatel swings away with a leg kick that misses.
A low kick from Nagibatel misses
and Kanaani cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Kanaani tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Nagibatel paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Kanaani lands with a shot to the body.
Nagibatel lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Nagibatel does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Nagibatel throws a chopping leg kick but Kanaani manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Nagibatel scores with a jab to the head.
An inside leg kick lands from Nagibatel.
Nagibatel fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Nagibatel throws a leg kick #CL2#
and Kanaani moves into the clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A hook to the body from Kanaani.
Kanaani drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Nagibatel gets the underhooks and prevents it.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Nagibatel.#T1##BC2#
Kanaani escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Lyoha Nagibatel seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nagibatel throws a leg kick but Kanaani sees it coming and moves out of range.
Kanaani misses with a body kick.
Kanaani shoots in looking for a takedown but Nagibatel manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Kanaani's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Nagibatel looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
An inside leg kick from Nagibatel misses.
Kanaani with the counter takedown but Nagibatel avoids it easily.
Nagibatel scores with a leg kick.
#CL2#
Kanaani clinches up with Nagibatel and pushes him back against the cage.
Nagibatel tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Nagibatel throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Kanaanis head. #BC#
Nagibatel breaks the clinch.
Nagibatel misses with a low kick.
Kanaani feints the counter takedown.
Kanaani tries to clinch up but Nagibatel circles away and keeps his distance.
Lyoha Nagibatel is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T2#
Nagibatel gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Kanaani.
Kanaani misses with a body shot.
Kanaani checks the leg kick nicely there.
Horrible takedown attempt by Kanaani or perhaps it was just good defense by Nagibatel, which made it look bad.
Lyoha Nagibatel has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mehdi Kanaani.
Nagibatel throws a leg kick but Kanaani checks it.
Kanaani is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Nagibatel with a body shot.#TD2#
Kanaani drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Nagibatel holds on and takes a little breather.
Kanaani loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Kanaani scoring with punches to the head and body.
Kanaani wants to control from the top but Nagibatel keeps moving. #T3#
Kanaani with a flurry of punches that miss.
Kanaani trying to control but Nagibatel is working from the bottom.
Nagibatel pulls Kanaani in close to prevent any damage. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Nagibatel fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Nagibatel throws a low kick but it's checked well by Kanaani.#TD2#
Kanaani shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Kanaani trying to control the position from guard on top but Nagibatel is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kanaani landing some decent shots from guard. #T4#
Kanaani is looking to work some ground and pound but Nagibatel has wrist control.
Nagibatel trying to control the position here.
Kanaani wants to control from the top but Nagibatel keeps moving.
Nagibatel is pulling down on Kanaani's head to control his posture.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Kanaani accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Kanaani chips away with some ground and pound.
Nagibatel is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Lyoha Nagibatel will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Kanaani blocks a leg kick.
Nagibatel attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Kanaani appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.#TD2#
Kanaani feints and as Nagibatel raises his hands in defense, Kanaani changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Kanaani slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Kanaani is looking to work some ground and pound but Nagibatel has wrist control.
Kanaani trying to control the position from guard on top but Nagibatel is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kanaani throwing strikes but missing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kanaani wants to control from the top but Nagibatel keeps moving. #T1#
Kanaani chips away with some ground and pound.
Kanaani working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#CL2#
Kanaani moves into the clinch.
Kanaani pushes Nagibatel back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Nagibatel.
Kanaani changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Nagibatel fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Kanaani avoids the body shot from Nagibatel.
Kanaani jabs Nagibatel right on the nose. Nagibatel blinks but takes it well.
Nagibatel tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.#TD2#
Kanaani closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Kanaani lands in his opponent's guard.
Nagibatel preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #T2#
Kanaani trying to control but Nagibatel is working from the bottom.
Kanaani throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Kanaani trying to control the position from guard on top but Nagibatel is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kanaani is in close to Nagibatel's body, working some short punches and elbows.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kanaani content to stall in guard here.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.#T3#
Kanaani postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Kanaani loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Nagibatel throws a body shot but no joy.
A clash of legs there as Kanaani blocks the low kick.
Kanaani is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Kanaani throws a right and a left that both miss.
Nagibatel scores with a leg kick.
Kanaani takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Nagibatel lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
A nice leg kick from Nagibatel, right into the meat of the thigh.
Nagibatel tries a low kick but Kanaani avoids it.
Nagibatel's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Kanaani connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Nagibatel scrambles back to his feet.#T4#
Kanaani checks a leg kick.
Kanaani cracks Nagibatel with a right hand to the side of the head.
Nagibatel fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Kanaani has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#TD2#
Kanaani throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Nagibatel tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Kanaani is in Nagibatel's guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kanaani preventing the sweep.
Kanaani works over Nagibatel with some ground and pound from guard.
Kanaani throws a strike but Nagibatel rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR##SU#
Nagibatel stands up and waves to Kanaani to follow him.
A chopping leg kick lands by Nagibatel.
A leg kick checked by Kanaani.
Nagibatel scores with a leg kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mehdi Kanaani showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Nagibatel lands a nice leg kick that just misses Kanaani's sensitive parts.
Kanaani throws a half hearted mid kick.
Nagibatel throws a leg kick but Kanaani sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Nagibatel swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Kanaani counters with a nice uppercut.
Nagibatel motions for Kanaani to come forward. Nagibatel throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Kanaani throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#TD2#
Nagibatel gets caught flat footed, as Kanaani shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Nagibatel can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Kanaani controls the pace.
Nagibatel utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kanaani is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Kanaani has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Kanaani throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T1#
Kanaani throws a big elbow that misses.
Nagibatel is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Kanaani throws a big right hand that misses.
Kanaani content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Kanaani throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Nagibatel works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Kanaani doesn't manage to clinch there - Nagibatel circles away.
#TD2#
Nagibatel gets caught flat footed, as Kanaani shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Kanaani content to stall in guard here.
Kanaani trying to control but Nagibatel is working from the bottom. #T2#
Kanaani with a nice head shot there.
Nagibatel trying to keep a closed guard but Kanaani is proving a slippery customer.
Kanaani in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Kanaani throwing strikes from guard but Nagibatel blocks nicely.
Kanaani cracks Nagibatel with a solid left hand.
Nagibatel pulls Kanaani in close to prevent any damage. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Kanaani checks a leg kick. #T3#
Nagibatel moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Nagibatel throws a low kick but Kanaani avoids it.
Kanaani throws out a counter right but Nagibatel avoids it with no problem.#CL2#
Kanaani has closed the distance and engaged Nagibatel in a clinch.
Kanaani is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Nagibatel digs a right hand into Kanaani's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Kanaani's gas tank. #BC2#
Kanaani breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Kanaani's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Nagibatel tried to score with a low kick but Kanaani checks it.
Good standup being displayed there by Kanaani as he connects with a hook.
Kanaani tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Nagibatel manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Kanaani shoots in for a double leg but Nagibatel sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
A looping hook to the body misses from Nagibatel. Kanaani does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kanaani buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Nagibatel misses with a leg kick
and Kanaani counters with a nice body shot.
Nagibatel throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.#T4#
Nagibatel throws a chopping leg kick but Kanaani manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Kanaani is looking to clinch but Nagibatel is avoiding it.
Nice body punch from Kanaani.
Kanaani shoots in for a takedown but Nagibatel shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Lyoha Nagibatel has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mehdi Kanaani.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Kanaani checks a leg kick.
Nagibatel is looking to chop away at Kanaani's legs.
Nagibatel misses with a low kick.
Nagibatel misses with a low kick.
Kanaani uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Nagibatel.
Kanaani feints the counter takedown.
Nagibatel fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Kanaani checks it well.
Nagibatel is looking to wear down Kanaani with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Kanaani on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#TD2#
Kanaani fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Nagibatel sprawls well initially but Kanaani persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Kanaani sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Nagibatel defending well though.
Lyoha Nagibatel has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Mehdi Kanaani has got the better of the ground game so far.
Kanaani is looking to take a break and control but Nagibatel is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight!
Mehdi Kanaani comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Kanaani has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Edson Gomes scores the fight for Mehdi Kanaani!
Judge Felipe Paraventi scores the fight for Mehdi Kanaani!
Judge Leandro Rodrigues scores the fight for Mehdi Kanaani!
Mehdi Kanaani wins by unanimous decision!
Mehdi Kanaani decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
CMMA 173 Hallbjornsson v Olsen
Date: Oct 22, 2021 |
#R1#
Kanaani misses with a combination
and Kanaani takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Kanaani with a poor takedown
and Warrior connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CUT#It looks like Mehdi Kanaani has been cut.
Warrior misses with a hook. Kanaani ducked under it nicely.
Kanaani scores with a jab to the head.
A slow jab from Warrior misses its intended target.
Warrior throws out a loose jab but Kanaani uses good head movement to avoid it.
Warrior lands a lovely overhand right.#TD2#
Kanaani bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kanaani working the strikes but Warrior uses the opportunity to regain half guard.
Kanaani stops Warrior from getting back to his feet.
Kanaani drops an elbow to the side of Warrior's head.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kanaani trying to control from half guard but Warrior is working away. #T1#
Kanaani is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Kanaani not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Kanaani sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Warrior defending well though.
Warrior's coaches at Gunner's School of Combat have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.#ES#
Warrior makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
Warrior stuffs the takedown attempt from Kanaani. Kanaani gets slowly back to his feet.
A low kick from Kanaani is predictable there
and Warrior counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CL2#
Kanaani gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Warrior gets underhooks to prevent Kanaani's takedown attempt.
Mental Warrior has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mehdi Kanaani.
Kanaani is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Kanaani tries for a takedown. No joy.
#T2#
Warrior tries a body shot but Kanaani blocks it.
Kanaani just leaning against Warrior, taking a breather.
Warrior tries to work over Kanaani's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Warrior tries a body shot but Kanaani blocks it.
#BC#
Warrior escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Warrior lands a nice shot to the body.
Warrior is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Kanaani, as that shot connected.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Warrior misses with a hook. Kanaani ducked under it nicely.
Kanaani unleashes a big counter combination but Warrior bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
The fighters circle momentarily. Kanaani darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Kanaani will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Warrior lands a body shot.
#T3#
Warrior is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kanaani. #CL2#
Kanaani closes the distance and clinches.
Kanaani working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Kanaani misses with the head strike.
Kanaani has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Warrior avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Warrior letting Kanaani take a breather here.
Warrior blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kanaani is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Kanaani struggles to land a body shot inside as Warrior controls his hands.
Kanaani lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.#T4#
Kanaani makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Warrior has a couple of punches blocked by Kanaani.
#BC#
Warrior's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Warrior throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Kanaani goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. #TD2#
Kanaani shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Warrior's guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kanaani throws a big elbow that misses.
Warrior looking to hit a scissor sweep but Kanaani is one step ahead there.
Warrior pulls Kanaani in close to his closed guard and prevents Kanaani from doing any damage or advancing position.
Kanaani postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Mental Warrior will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Mehdi Kanaani's cut.
That's time! Warrior's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Warrior lands a glancing blow to the side of Kanaani's head.#TD2#
Kanaani shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Kanaani was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Kanaani throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Kanaani working the ground and pound but Warrior is defending the strikes.
Warrior tries to buck Kanaani off but Kanaani is having none of it.
Warrior is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Kanaani has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Warrior struggling a bit here.
Kanaani cracks Warrior with a big right hand but Warrior just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Warrior gets back to half guard.
Warrior gets back to full guard.
#T1#
Kanaani in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kanaani postures up in Warrior's guard and throws a big left but Warrior blocks it.
Kanaani trying to control the position from guard on top but Warrior is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kanaani won't allow Warrior to sweep him here.
Kanaani in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Kanaani throws a big right hand that misses.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Kanaani trying to control but Warrior is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Kanaani shoots and misses
and Warrior counters with a nice uppercut.
Mental Warrior is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Warrior throws a big shot that misses.
Kanaani looks for the body kick but Warrior saw that one coming. #T2#
Kanaani has his takedown stuffed
and Warrior counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Warrior scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Kanaani shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Warrior defends it nicely.
Mental Warrior has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mehdi Kanaani.
Kanaani doesn't succeed with the takedown
enabling Warrior to counter with a crisp jab.
Kanaani fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Warrior avoids it really well and circles away.
Kanaani lands with a good body shot.#T3#
Kanaani ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Warrior moves away.
Kanaani darts in trying to clinch
enabling Warrior to counter with a crisp jab.
Kanaani tries to clinch
and Warrior counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kanaani connects with an inside leg kick.
Warrior moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Kanaani misses with a body punch
and Warrior counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A shot to the liver by Warrior. Beautiful body shot.
Warrior misses with a hook. Kanaani ducked under it nicely. #T4#
Kanaani lands a nice shot that snaps Warrior's head back.
Kanaani shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Warrior counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Kanaani thinking.
Warrior listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kanaani slips under a jab.
Kanaani tries to clinch up.
Warrior jabs Kanaani to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Kanaani tries to clinch up but Warrior circles away and keeps his distance.
Good standup being displayed there by Warrior as he connects with a hook.#CUT#That has opened up Mehdi Kanaani's cut even more.
Kanaani shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Kanaani tries to clinch up but Warrior circles away and keeps his distance.
A slow jab from Warrior misses its intended target.
And Kanaani tries to counter it with a takedown but Warrior pushes his down on his head and steps out.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mental Warrior dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Mehdi Kanaani's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Kanaani shoots in for a takedown but Warrior shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Warrior stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Warrior wants it to stay on the feet.
Warrior is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kanaani can do to turn this around?
Warrior stuffs the takedown.
Mental Warrior has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mehdi Kanaani.
Warrior scores with a nice right hand.
Kanaani misses with a body kick.
Warrior throwing a counter right hand but Kanaani manages to avoid it.
Mehdi Kanaani seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kanaani with a poor takedown
and Warrior counters with a nice uppercut.
Kanaani tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Kanaani takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Warrior misses with a wild body shot. #KD#
Warrior feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Kanaani sprawling to the canvas! Kanaani rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Warrior finish him?!
#ROC#Kanaani is rocked!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kanaani avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A countering left hand to the body from Kanaani misses.
Kanaani is still on wobbly legs! Can Warrior finish him?
Warrior stuns Kanaani with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Warrior slaps away a takedown attempt from Kanaani, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Kanaani seems to have recovered his senses.#T1#
Kanaani with a poor takedown
and Warrior counters with a nice uppercut.
Kanaani blocks a jab.
Kanaani tries for a takedown but Warrior circles away easily#KD#
and Warrior counters with a nice right hand that sends Kanaani toppling to the canvas! Kanaani scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Warrior finish him?!#CUT#The cut above Mehdi Kanaani's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Warrior is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Kanaani takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Kanaani looks up at the clock. Bad move! Warrior lands a right hand from hell, dropping Kanaani. Warrior pounces and finishes the fight with a flurry of punches and elbows.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:31 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mental Warrior!
After the big win, Mental Warrior made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Conquer and telling the interviewer how much he loves him. |
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Event:
CMMA 161 Wagner v Kanaani
Date: Sep 24, 2021 |
#R1#
Kanaani cracks a nice hook into Wagner's ribs.
Wagner scores with a body shot.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Wagner, as that shot connected.
Wagner throws a jab but it's blocked by Kanaani.
Wagner has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Kanaani changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Kanaani fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Kanaani throws a wild body kick that Wagner sees coming a mile off.
Wagner waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kanaani.
Wagner buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Konrad Wagner seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kanaani dives in and grabs Wagner's left leg, looking for a takedown. Wagner pushes down on Kanaani's head and hops out.
Wagner throws a leg kick which misses Kanaani's front leg but catches the back leg as Kanaani tries to avoid it.
Wagner throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kanaani misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#T1#
Wagner lands a leg kick that knocks Kanaani off balance momentarily.
Kanaani takes a kick to the side of the head.#CUT#It looks like Mehdi Kanaani has been cut.
Wagner keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kanaani.
Kanaani throws a wild body kick that Wagner sees coming a mile off.
Wagner finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
A nice side step and Kanaani releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.#CL2#
Kanaani gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Wagner throws a head punch that misses.
Kanaani goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A nice right hand lands inside from Wagner.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kanaani.
Kanaani has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Wagner misses with a short punch on the inside. #T2#
Kanaani has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Wagner avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Konrad Wagner has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mehdi Kanaani.
Wagner letting Kanaani take a breather here.
Wagner lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A short uppercut from Wagner.
A right hook to the body lands for Kanaani.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Wagner.
Kanaani is looking to take this one to the mat.
Kanaani prevents a body shot from Wagner.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Wagner.
Wagner lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Wagner pushes Kanaani back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Wagner throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Kanaanis head.
Wagner lands with a short shot to the head. #BC#
Wagner escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#T3#
Nice jab there from Kanaani.
Wagner looks to throw the jab but Kanaani is out of range.
Wagner just misses with a punch to the body.
Kanaani is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Wagner connects with an inside leg kick.
Some bone on bone action there as Kanaani checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Kanaani looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Wagner looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
An inside leg kick lands from Wagner.
Wagner is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kanaani.
Kanaani is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Nice defenses there by Kanaani.
Wagner connects with a right hand. Kanaani shakes it off.#T4#
Wagner takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Wagner scores with a punch to the head.
Wagner staying out of range there.
Wagner misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kanaani.
Wagner throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kanaani counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Kanaani is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Wagner rather than just go for the knockout.
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!
Wagner takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
A swing and a miss from Wagner.
Kanaani appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Kanaani thows a left - swing and a miss!
Wagner smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Wagner takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Wagner jabs Kanaani to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Wagner ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kanaani moves away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Konrad Wagner dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Mehdi Kanaani's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Wagner misses with a shot to the body #TD2#
and Kanaani counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Wagner!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kanaani in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Kanaani scoring with punches and elbows.
Kanaani trying to control the position but Wagner is working away.
Wagner tries to improve position but can't.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kanaani lands some shots froms side control.
Wagner is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kanaani can do to turn this around?
Kanaani trying to control the action but Wagner is working from the bottom.
A lull in the action here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Wagner is looking to reverse the position.
An elbow from Kanaani crashes against the mat.
Kanaani is trying to ground and pound but Wagner uses the momentary lack of control by Kanaani to regain half guard.
Wagner is pressing down on Kanaani's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Kanaani throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Kanaani trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Wagner avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Kanaani throws a big elbow that misses. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
A thudding body kick lands there by Wagner!
Wagner lands with a hook. Kanaani tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Kanaani moves in looking to clinch but Wagner pushes him off.
Wagner misses with a body kick.
Wagner scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Kanaani doesn't seem bothered though.
Wagner gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Kanaani walks into a left hand.
Wagner keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
#T3#
Wagner lands a nice looking kick to the body. Kanaani takes a step back to recover.
Wagner slaps away a takedown attempt from Kanaani, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Wagner fires out a quick counter leg kick but Kanaani just manages to avoid it.
A punch combination from Kanaani misses.
A head kick misses from Wagner.
Kanaani unleashes a big counter combination but Wagner bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Kanaani takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Wagner is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.#TD2#
Kanaani shoots in and gets a takedown into Wagner's guard.
Wagner has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Kanaani has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
Wagner displaying some good clinch control by pressing Kanaani up against the cage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#TD2#
Kanaani has hold of one of Wagner's legs. Wagner is fighting the takedown attempt but Kanaani gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.#T4#
Kanaani throws a strike but Wagner rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Kanaani is trying to keep Wagner in close.
Wagner stops Kanaani from standing up.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Kanaani can do anything to dispel that myth.
Kanaani wants to sweep here but Wagner controlling him for the moment.
Kanaani is still trying to improve position.
Kanaani is trying to keep Wagner in close.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Konrad Wagner dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Mehdi Kanaani's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R3#
Wagner fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Kanaani has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Kanaani tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Wagner pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kanaani connects with a right hand. Wagner shakes it off.#TD2#
Kanaani feints and as Wagner raises his hands in defense, Kanaani changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Kanaani throws a strike but Wagner rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Kanaani wants to sweep but no luck.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kanaani trying to keep a closed guard but Wagner is proving a slippery customer.
#ES2#
Kanaani pushes Wagner off and gets back to his feet.
#T1#
Wagner misses with a low kick.
Kanaani avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Konrad Wagner is winning the standup battle so far.
Kanaani misses with a kick to the body.
Wagner throws a push kick but Kanaani slaps the foot to one side.
Wagner throws a jab but it's blocked by Kanaani.
Kanaani feints the counter takedown.
Kanaani throws a shot to the body.
Wagner stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Wagner throws a nice inside leg kick.
Wagner misses with a left hand #TD2#
and Kanaani counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Kanaani.
Wagner avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Kanaani must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Kanaani trying to control but Wagner is working from the bottom. #T2#
Kanaani working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Wagner's head.
Kanaani keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Wagner's head.
Mehdi Kanaani has got the better of the ground game so far.
Wagner avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Kanaani scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Kanaani postures up in Wagner's guard and throws a big left but Wagner blocks it.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Kanaani throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Konrad Wagner is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Wagner fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
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!
Kanaani checks a leg kick.
Kanaani ducks under a wild hook from Wagner.#T3#
Good standup being displayed there by Wagner as he connects with a hook.
Wagner throws a nice inside leg kick.
Wagner lands a nice leg kick that just misses Kanaani's sensitive parts.
Wagner wants to slow Kanaani down by chopping away at his legs.
Wagner keeps the fight on the outside.
The fight stays on the outside here - Kanaani looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
A decent looking cross lands there for Wagner.
Kanaani tries to clinch up but Wagner circles away and keeps his distance.
Good leg kick by Wagner. #T4#
Kanaani takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Wagner scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Wagner throws a nice inside leg kick. #TD2#
Wagner gets caught flat footed, as Kanaani shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kanaani throws a strike but Wagner rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Kanaani is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Kanaani working a defensive guard here.
Kanaani is looking to stand up but Wagner isn't so interested in that idea.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but Konrad Wagner did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
The cut man is working on Mehdi Kanaani's cut.
That's time! Wagner's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R4#
Kanaani takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Kanaani tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Wagner - that will leave a mark!
Kanaani slips under a jab from Wagner.
Wagner is looking to chop away at Kanaani's legs.
Wagner uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kanaani.
Wagner jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
The fight stays on the outside here - Kanaani looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kanaani connects with a crisp jab. #T1#
Wagner swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kanaani goes for a double leg but Wagner avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Wagner continues to drive forward.
Kanaani on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Wagner. Wagner obviously looking to wear him down.
Kanaani shoots in for a takedown but Wagner shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
An inside leg kick from Wagner misses.
Kanaani shoots for a takedown but Wagner saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Konrad Wagner has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mehdi Kanaani.
Wagner connects with a leg kick.
Wagner misses with a low kick.
Wagner paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Kanaani has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Wagner.
Kanaani throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#T2##CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Kanaani trying to control the position but instead, Wagner has worked for underhooks and has pushed Kanaani into the cage.
Good body shot from Kanaani.
Wagner throws a head punch that misses.
Wagner's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Kanaani blocks a body shot from Wagner.
Wagner lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Kanaani backwards.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Wagner prevents the takedown attempt.
Wagner misses with a hook from the clinch.
Wagner blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#T3#
Wagner lands with a light punch inside.
Wagner tries to work over Kanaani's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Wagner misses with the head strike.
Wagner misses with a body punch.
Konrad Wagner has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Wagner lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Kanaani backwards.
Wagner scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Wagner scores with a shoulder strike. #BC#
Wagner breaks from the clinch.
Wagner throws a head kick but Kanaani moves out of range.
Kanaani checks a low kick from Wagner.
Wagner throws a body shot but no joy.
A countering left hand to the body from Kanaani misses.#TD2#
Wagner gets caught napping as Kanaani dives in and scores a takedown. Wagner manages to retain guard.#T4#
Kanaani is looking to work some ground and pound but Wagner has wrist control.
Kanaani trying to control the position from guard on top but Wagner is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kanaani would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Kanaani lands a couple of digs.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kanaani throws a strike but Wagner rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Wagner is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Kanaani is trying to control the position but Wagner postures up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Konrad Wagner had his way with Mehdi Kanaani in that round.
The cut man is working on Mehdi Kanaani's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R5#
Wagner avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
An attempted straight right counter from Wagner misses the target.
A head kick misses from Wagner.
Wagner thows a body kick. Kanaani tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Wagner goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Kanaani looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Wagner lands with an overhand left.
Kanaani uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Wagner.
Kanaani swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Kanaani closes this distance looking for a takedown but Wagner circles away.
Wagner throws a counter high kick but Kanaani was just alert enough to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wagner misses with a straight left.
Wagner looks to land a left hand but Kanaani moved out of range nicely.
Kanaani misses with a leg kick
enabling Wagner to counter with a crisp jab. #T1#
A chopping leg kick lands by Wagner.
Kanaani gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Wagner throws a head kick that half lands.
Wagner takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Wagner lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Wagner swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kanaani ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Wagner moves away.
Wagner misses with a wild body shot.
Wagner throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kanaani counters with a good low kick that Wagner was not able to check.
Kanaani on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Kanaani dives in and grabs Wagner's left leg, looking for a takedown. Wagner pushes down on Kanaani's head and hops out.
Konrad Wagner is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
A low kick from Kanaani misses
and Wagner counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kanaani fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Wagner dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Kanaani. That did some damage!#CL2#
Kanaani drives through and clinches with Wagner against the cage.
Wagner working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Kanaani taking a breather.
Kanaani is trying to drag Wagner to the mat but Wagner just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Konrad Wagner has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mehdi Kanaani.
Kanaani is struggling to control the position.#T3#
Wagner throws a head punch that misses.
Kanaani tries to score a body lock takedown but Wagner shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Kanaani looking for a takedown.
Wagner lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Kanaani backwards.
Wagner misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kanaani tries to circle away but Wagner has him pinned against the cage.#BC#
Wagner pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Wagner scores with a push kick.#T4#
Wagner lands a nice shot to the body.
Good shot there by Wagner.
Nice uppercut lands for Wagner. That snapped Kanaani's head back.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Wagner - that will leave a mark!
Kanaani misses with a takedown
and Wagner counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Kanaani fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Mehdi Kanaani has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Wagner throws out a powerful jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A big left from Wagner misses.
Kanaani misses with a body shot
and Wagner counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Wagner lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
And that's the end of the fight!
Konrad Wagner showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Wagner, 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 50:45
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 50:45
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 50:45
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Konrad Wagner!
A relieved looking Konrad Wagner 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:
CMMA 149 Wright v Owens
Date: Aug 27, 2021 |
#R1##TD2#
McWrestler tries to sprawl but Kanaani drives through with a takedown into half guard.
McWrestler gets full guard.
McWrestler tries to land a sweep but no joy.
McWrestler has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Kanaani lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
McWrestler thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage.
McWrestler doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
McWrestler throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McWrestler keeping moving, preventing Kanaani from controlling successfully.
Kanaani must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
McWrestler throws a nice elbow from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kanaani throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
McWrestler controlling the position.
McWrestler has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#T1#
McWrestler lands a decent shot there.
Kanaani throwing strikes from guard but McWrestler blocks nicely. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Kanaani has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from McWrestler finds it's way round the side to connect with Kanaani's head.
Kanaani fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and McWrestler has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
McWrestler bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Kanaani's head.
McWrestler lands a nice shot that snaps Kanaani's head back.
McWrestler with a lazy takedown attempt #TD2#
and Kanaani counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Kanaani lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
McWrestler is trying to control the position from the bottom.
McWrestler pulls Kanaani in close to prevent any damage.
Kanaani tries to stand but McWrestler is controlling from the bottom. #T2#
Kanaani preventing the sweep.
McWrestler is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Kanaani trying to control the position from guard on top but McWrestler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Kanaani working his ground and pound in the gym.
McWrestler lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kanaani avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Kanaani preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
McWrestler trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Kanaani looking to hit a scissor sweep but McWrestler is one step ahead there. #T3#
McWrestler distracts Kanaani with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
McWrestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Kanaani is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #ES2#
Kanaani pushes McWrestler off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
Kanaani misses with the combination.
Kanaani waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract McWrestler.#TD#
McWrestler bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Kanaani sneaks out the side door and pushes McWrestler away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McWrestler throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. #T4#
McWrestler fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Kanaani tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Kanaani throws a low kick but it's checked well by McWrestler.
McWrestler throws a body punch but Kanaani moves out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from McWrestler. Kanaani does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kanaani misses with a body shot.
McWrestler attempts a counter takedown but Kanaani avoids it well and moves away.
McWrestler scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
McWrestler misses with a jab to the body
#TD2#
and Kanaani counters with a takedown into side control.
Kanaani tries to score with some ground and pound. McWrestler controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Kanaani throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Kanaani lands a decent elbow from side control.
McWrestler wants to control but Kanaani postures up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mehdi Kanaani dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
McWrestler scores with a jab to the body.#TD2#
Kanaani looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
McWrestler keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Kanaani wants to pass the guard but McWrestler is defending well.
McWrestler controlling the position for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kanaani is looking to stall here but McWrestler recovers full guard.
Kanaani throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as McWrestler works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T1#
Kanaani trying to control but McWrestler is working from the bottom.
McWrestler preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
McWrestler looking to hit a scissor sweep but Kanaani is one step ahead there.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
McWrestler utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Kanaani won't allow McWrestler to sweep him here.
McWrestler avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
McWrestler is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
McWrestler lands with a cross. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Kanaani throws a hook but McWrestler blocks it.
Kanaani bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A little jabbing left from Kanaani on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
McWrestler is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.#TD2#
Kanaani drives through with a takedown into McWrestler's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
McWrestler pushes Kanaani off and scrambles back to his feet.
McWrestler throws a predictable looking body shot
and Kanaani counters with a series of strikes. McWrestler will be more careful next time no doubt.
McWrestler swings for the body but Kanaani moves out of range.
McWrestler misses with a takedown attempt
and Kanaani counters with a leg kick. #TD2#
Kanaani fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging McWrestler to the ground. Kanaani is now in McWrestler's guard.
McWrestler has momentary wrist control but Kanaani slips an elbow through the middle.
McWrestler throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
McWrestler bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Kanaani's guard. #REVR##T3#
McWrestler throwing strikes from guard but Kanaani blocks nicely.
McWrestler won't allow Kanaani to get back to his feet.
McWrestler trying to control but Kanaani is working from the bottom.
McWrestler looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Kanaani controlling McWrestler's posture.
McWrestler with a nice head shot there.
Kanaani trying to control the position here.
McWrestler in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Kanaani really doesn't want to stay on the ground with McWrestler. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kanaani looking to control.
#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Mehdi Kanaani will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R3#
Kanaani scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Dude McWrestler is winning the standup battle so far.#TD2#
Kanaani drives through with a takedown into guard.
McWrestler avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
McWrestler is trying to keep Kanaani in close.
McWrestler thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage.
McWrestler has his hands on Kanaani's head, controlling the position.
Kanaani working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McWrestler lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
McWrestler with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#T1#
McWrestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Kanaani is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kanaani 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.
McWrestler landing with the ground and pound.
McWrestler wants to control from the top but Kanaani keeps moving.
McWrestler loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
McWrestler controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
McWrestler wants to control from the top but Kanaani keeps moving.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Kanaani looking to control.
#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
McWrestler missing with a left hand there. Kanaani was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kanaani! But no joy.
McWrestler dives in for a single leg takedown but Kanaani sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
McWrestler leaning against his opponent.
McWrestler has Kanaani pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Kanaani manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. #TD2#
Kanaani has McWrestler pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Kanaani pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending McWrestler tumbling to the mat - Kanaani dives into McWrestler's guard.#T3#
Kanaani stopping the sweep attempt from McWrestler.
McWrestler trying to control the position.
Kanaani is fighting to break McWrestler's control of his arms but McWrestler is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
McWrestler looking to control.
McWrestler wants to sweep here but Kanaani controlling him for the moment.
McWrestler bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Kanaani's guard. #REVR#
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Kanaani can do anything to dispel that myth.
McWrestler throwing strikes but missing. #T4#
Kanaani 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.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells McWrestler's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
McWrestler trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
McWrestler throwing strikes but missing.
McWrestler trying to control but Kanaani is working from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
McWrestler is stalling in the full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close third round but Mehdi Kanaani just about did enough to take it.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R4##TD2#
Kanaani closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Kanaani lands in his opponent's guard.
Kanaani working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as McWrestler holds on and takes a little breather.
Kanaani trying to control but McWrestler is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kanaani lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Kanaani trying to control but McWrestler is working from the bottom.
Kanaani throwing strikes from guard but McWrestler blocks nicely. #T1#
McWrestler looking to hit a scissor sweep but Kanaani is one step ahead there.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Kanaani postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
McWrestler lands a right hook to the body.
#TD2#
Kanaani gets the takedown into side control.
Kanaani in side control lands a decent elbow.
Kanaani wants to control but McWrestler is keeping him busy.
McWrestler manages to get back to half guard.#T2#
McWrestler trying to control from the bottom.
McWrestler keeping control of the position.
McWrestler is looking to improve his position.
Kanaani trying to control the action but McWrestler is working from the bottom.
Kanaani throwing shots but McWrestler is blocking nicely.
Kanaani throwing shots but McWrestler is blocking nicely.
Kanaani lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Kanaani seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but McWrestler does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
McWrestler moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T3#
Kanaani throws a big right hand that misses.
McWrestler manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Kanaani manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
McWrestler slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Kanaani is looking to stand up but McWrestler isn't so interested in that idea.
McWrestler loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
McWrestler sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
McWrestler wants to pass the guard but Kanaani is keeping the position.
Kanaani has his hands on McWrestler's head, controlling the position. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
McWrestler wants to clinch up but Kanaani keeps it at a distance.
Kanaani misses with a body kick.
Kanaani takes one to the side of the head.
McWrestler misses the shot to the body.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kanaani throws a half hearted mid kick.
McWrestler misses with a hook.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mehdi Kanaani dominated that fourth round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R5#
McWrestler connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Kanaani's hands.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kanaani. McWrestler does a little dance to reset his feet.
McWrestler shoots in for a takedown but Kanaani shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
McWrestler stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Kanaani.#TD2#
Kanaani closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. McWrestler quickly recovers to half guard.
McWrestler missing with punches from the bottom.
Kanaani throwing shots but McWrestler is blocking nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kanaani wants to stand up but McWrestler is controlling the position.
Kanaani is nestled in close to McWrestler, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
McWrestler wants to control but Kanaani is keeping busy.
#T1#
Kanaani trying to control the action but McWrestler is working from the bottom.
Kanaani not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
McWrestler is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Kanaani's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Kanaani's back!
Mehdi Kanaani has got the better of the ground game so far.
McWrestler scores with strikes from the back.
McWrestler controlling from the back.
Kanaani is really stuck here.
McWrestler wants to control but Kanaani is keeping busy.
Dude McWrestler has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Mehdi Kanaani is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
McWrestler is working the ground and pound here and the referee is taking a close look at Kanaani. He must escape soon or this one will be stopped.
McWrestler lands with a nice looking elbow that stuns Kanaani.
Kanaani is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by McWrestler.
McWrestler tries to get the hooks in deep but Kanaani pushed the leg off.
McWrestler controls the position.
Kanaani trying to control but not successfully.
McWrestler lands punches and elbows. #T3#
McWrestler tries to get the hooks in deep but Kanaani pushed the leg off.
Kanaani trying to control but not successfully.
McWrestler struggling to keep hold of the position.
Watch the back of the head! Comes the shout from the referee towards McWrestler.
Kanaani is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get McWrestler off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
Kanaani covers up after taking a massive shot to the side of the head.
Kanaani is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
Kanaani is in bad spot here.
#T4#
McWrestler is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
#SUB#
Kanaani is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
McWrestler really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Kanaani.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
McWrestler softening up his opponent with strikes here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Dude McWrestler showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Kanaani has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 48:48
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 46:49
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 46:49
In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Mehdi Kanaani!
A relieved looking Mehdi Kanaani 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:
CMMA 140 Kanaani v Morrison
Date: Aug 06, 2021 |
#R1##CL2#
Morrison forces Kanaani back against the cage and clinches.#BC#
Kanaani manages to break the clinch.
Morrison misses with a hook.
Morrison throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kanaani has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Brooklyn Mixed Martial Arts in the buildup to the fight.
Nice cross by Morrison.
Kanaani lands a leg kick that knocks Morrison off balance momentarily.
Kanaani on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Morrison misses with a straight right.
Kanaani takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Morrison throws an overhand right that lands on Kanaani's shoulder, as Kanaani tries to avoid the shot.
Kanaani moves out of range of the strikes.
Kanaani wants to clinch.#CL#
Kanaani drives through and clinches with Morrison against the cage.
Kanaani takes a shot to the head.
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!
Morrison misses with a short punch on the inside. #T1#
Morrison can't get the takedown.
Kanaani wants to take the fight to the mat but Morrison manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Morrison lands a hook to the side of the head.#BC2#
Morrison's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL#
Kanaani clinches. #TD#
Kanaani lands a takedown into guard.
Kanaani being controlled here momentarily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Morrison avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Morrison has Kanaani pulled in close to control his posture.
Morrison preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #T2#
Kanaani trying to control the position from guard on top but Morrison is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kanaani postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Kanaani stopping the sweep attempt from Morrison.
Morrison working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Kanaani.
Kanaani wants to control from the top but Morrison keeps moving.
Kanaani might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Kanaani throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Morrison works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Kanaani accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Kanaani stopping the sweep attempt from Morrison.
Morrison seems keen to control Kanaani's posture.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.
Morrison preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Kanaani preventing the sweep. #T3#
Kanaani works over Morrison with some ground and pound from guard.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Morrison holds on and takes a little breather.
Morrison's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Kanaani throwing strikes but missing.
Morrison is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#CL#
Kanaani drives through and clinches with Morrison against the cage.
Morrison tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Morrison wants a takedown but no success here.
Morrison throws a punch but it's blocked by Kanaani.
Morrison can't find room to land a body shot as Kanaani controls the action.
Morrison lands a nice uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Morrison fails to land. #T4#
Morrison wants a takedown.
Mehdi Kanaani has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Frank Morrison.
Morrison lands a body punch in the clinch.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Kanaani.
A short right from Morrison.
Kanaani tries for a takedown but Morrison manages to get underhooks.
Kanaani is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Morrison pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Kanaani blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kanaani misses with a punch to the body.
Morrison struggles to land a body shot inside as Kanaani controls his hands.
A body shot lands from Kanaani.
Morrison lands with a right to the head.
Morrison lands a left hand that snaps the head of Kanaani backwards.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Morrison throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Kanaanis head.
A head punch on the inside from Morrison fails to land.
A nice right hand lands inside from Morrison.
Kanaani can't find room to land a body shot as Morrison controls the action.
Morrison misses with a short punch on the inside. #TD2#
Morrison works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Frank Morrison dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2##CL#
Kanaani clinches with his opponent.
#BC2#
Morrison breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#CL#
Morrison tries to keep at a distance but Kanaani has taken the fight into the clinch.
Frank Morrison seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Morrison fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kanaani wants a takedown.
Kanaani takes a shot to the head.
Morrison doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Morrison gets through Kanaani's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Kanaani has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Morrison is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Morrison presses Kanaani against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Kanaani is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mehdi Kanaani. 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.
Morrison swings wildly with an uppercut but Kanaani uses good head movement to avoid it.
Morrison is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Morrison has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Morrison can't get the takedown.
Morrison lands with a left to the head.
Kanaani blocks an uppercut.
#T1#
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Kanaani creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Morrison lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Kanaani backwards.
Morrison misses with the head strike.
Morrison misses with a body punch.
#BC#
Kanaani's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Morrison misses the shot to the body.
Morrison lands with a straight right. Kanaani didn't see that one coming.
Morrison tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kanaani swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Kanaani ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kanaani takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Frank Morrison seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kanaani scores with a punch to the head.
Kanaani avoids the body shot from Morrison.
A looping hook to the body misses from Morrison. Kanaani does a little dance to reset his feet.
Morrison takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#CL#
Kanaani drives through and clinches with Morrison against the cage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Morrison struggles to land a body shot inside as Kanaani controls his hands.
Morrison has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Kanaani seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Morrison can turn it around.
Morrison changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Kanaani fights it off and pushes away nicely.
#T2#
Kanaani uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Morrison.
Kanaani throws a leg kick but Morrison sees it coming and moves out of range.
Morrison tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Kanaani defends well and Morrison ends up having to push Kanaani into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Morrison swinging wildly here.
Kanaani wants to clinch up but Morrison keeps it at a distance.
Morrison just misses with a punch to the body.
Kanaani wants to clinch up but Morrison keeps it at a distance.
Kanaani attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Morrison looks to throw the jab but Kanaani is out of range.
Morrison connects with a looping right hand.
Morrison is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Morrison jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kanaani throws a series of punches but Morrison avoids them all with ease.
Morrison throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
The fight stays on the outside here - Morrison looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Kanaani is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Morrison.#T3#
Morrison misses with a wild body shot.
Morrison circles away from the clinch attempt.
Frank Morrison seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Morrison swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kanaani appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Kanaani throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Morrison fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Kanaani throws a good cross that connects.
Morrison tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Morrison looks to land a left hand but Kanaani moved out of range nicely.
Morrison moves into range and connects with a jab. #CL#
Kanaani drives through and clinches with Morrison against the cage.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Kanaani.
Morrison lands on the inside with an uppercut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Morrison lands a hook that snaps the head of Kanaani backwards.
Morrison lands a left hand that snaps the head of Kanaani backwards.
Morrison struggles to land a body shot inside as Kanaani controls his hands.
#T4#
Morrison tries to work over Kanaani's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Kanaani swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A short left from Morrison.
Kanaani drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Morrison lands with a light punch inside. #BC#
Kanaani breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Nice sprawl there from Kanaani as Morrison shoots in.
Kanaani lands a nice leg kick that just misses Morrison's sensitive parts.
Morrison closes the distance and lands a one-two.#CUT2#It looks like Mehdi Kanaani has been cut.
Morrison works over Kanaani's head and body with a nice combination.
Morrison catches Kanaani with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Morrison looks for a takedown but Kanaani sprawls well.
Kanaani avoids a punch combination nicely.
Kanaani swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Frank Morrison showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Mehdi Kanaani's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Kanaani ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Morrison moves away.
Morrison throws a body punch but Kanaani moves out of range.
Morrison dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Morrison is looking to clinch.
Kanaani fails in his attempt to clinch.
Kanaani moves out of range of the strikes.
Morrison misses with a looping right.
Kanaani wants to clinch up but Morrison keeps it at a distance.
Kanaani walks into a straight right hand from Morrison.
Kanaani tries to clinch up but Morrison circles away and keeps his distance.
Kanaani loads up on a big right hand but Morrison slips the punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Morrison fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Kanaani takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Kanaani shoots in looking for a takedown but Morrison manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Kanaani's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Morrison throws a poor cross that misses
and Kanaani counters with an outside leg kick.
Kanaani takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
#T1#
Morrison missing with a left hand there. Kanaani was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kanaani throws a push kick but Morrison slaps the foot to one side.
Kanaani scores with a body shot.
Kanaani looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Morrison tries to close the distance and clinch but Kanaani swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Kanaani takes one to the side of the head.
#TD2#
Morrison throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Kanaani tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Morrison is in Kanaani's guard.
The fighters are working up against the cage. Kanaani manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
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!
Kanaani gets through Morrison's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A short uppercut from Morrison.
Morrison tries to throw a body punch but Kanaani avoids it by throwing Morrison back against the cage.
Kanaani can't find room to land a body shot as Morrison controls the action.
#BC2#
Morrison breaks the clinch.
Morrison thows a left - swing and a miss!
Morrison lands with an overhand left.#T2#
Morrison throws the left hand but Kanaani avoids the punch easily.
A low kick lands for Kanaani.
Morrison scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Kanaani doesn't seem bothered though. #CL#
Kanaani rushes Morrison and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
A right handed body shot lands from Morrison.
Kanaani is looking to control Morrison's arms but Morrison gets an underhook and turns him. Now Kanaani has his back to the cage.
Kanaani blocking some punches.
#TD#
Kanaani has Morrison pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Kanaani pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Morrison tumbling to the mat - Kanaani dives into Morrison's guard.
Morrison lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Morrison postures up in Kanaani's guard and throws a big left but Kanaani blocks it.
Morrison throws a strike but Kanaani rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR##T3#
Morrison trying to control the position here.
Morrison 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.
Kanaani working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Morrison bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Kanaani's guard. #REVB#
Morrison lands a couple of digs.
Morrison throwing strikes but missing.
Morrison throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Kanaani works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T4#
Kanaani preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Kanaani is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Morrison content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Kanaani wants to get back to his feet but Morrison is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Morrison cracks Kanaani with a solid left hand.
Frank Morrison is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Morrison postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Mehdi Kanaani has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Morrison postures up.
Kanaani avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
A telegraphed right hand from Morrison misses the target.
Morrison tries to move into range but Kanaani moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Frank Morrison.
I've got Morrison 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 Don Winkell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Frank Morrison!
An out of breath Frank Morrison thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
CMMA 128 Seng v Lusen
Date: Jul 09, 2021 |
#R1#
Kanaani loads up on a big right hand but Nagibatel slips the punch.
Nagibatel digs a good hook to Kanaani's body.
Nagibatel misses with a wild body shot.
Kanaani throws a hook to the side of Nagibatel's head but Nagibatel sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Lyoha Nagibatel seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A punch lands to the side of Kanaani 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Nagibatel circles away from the clinch attempt.
An inside leg kick lands from Nagibatel.
Nagibatel moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Nagibatel bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Kanaani's head backwards.#CL#
Nagibatel gets tackled into the cage by Kanaani. Kanaani maintains the clinch.
Nagibatel swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A head punch on the inside from Nagibatel fails to land.
Kanaani looking to stall.
Kanaani drops down looking for an ankle pick but Nagibatel pulls his leg out and moves away.
Kanaani looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Kanaani moves into range and connects with a jab.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nagibatel scores with a nice right hand.
Kanaani blocks a low kick nicely.#T1#
Kanaani displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Nagibatel throws out the jab.
Nagibatel lands a nice shot to the body.
A good leg kick by Nagibatel.
Nagibatel turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Kanaani throws a series of punches but Nagibatel moves out of range.
Nice defenses there by Kanaani.
Kanaani throws out a loose jab but Nagibatel uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kanaani connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Nagibatel momentarily.
#CL#
Kanaani has Nagibatel up against the cage in a clinch.
Kanaani is trying to drag Nagibatel to the mat but Nagibatel just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Nagibatel has a couple of punches blocked by Kanaani.
Nagibatel tries a body shot but Kanaani blocks it.
Kanaani blocking some punches.
Nagibatel tries to work over Kanaani's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Kanaani trying to stall but Nagibatel improves his position.
Nagibatel fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Nagibatel lands with a light punch inside. #T2#
Kanaani blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nagibatel lands a shoulder strike.
Nagibatel working aggressively here.
Kanaani scores with a shot to the side of Nagibatel's head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kanaani.
Nagibatel lands a hook to the side of the head.
Nagibatel throws a head punch that misses.
A nice right hand lands inside from Kanaani.
Nagibatel throws a punch but it's blocked by Kanaani.
Kanaani misses with a hook from the clinch.
Nagibatel tries to work over Kanaani's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Kanaani scores with a hook to the body.
Nice body punch from Nagibatel - that landed with a thud.
Nagibatel lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Kanaani backwards.
Kanaani is stalling here.
Kanaani blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Nagibatel throws a head punch that misses. #T3#
Kanaani is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mehdi Kanaani. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nagibatel throws a punch but it's blocked by Kanaani.
Nagibatel struggles to land a body shot inside as Kanaani controls his hands.
Kanaani drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
#TD#
Kanaani has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Nagibatel regains guard immediately.
Nagibatel told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
Nagibatel looking for a sweep. Not yet Nagibatel, not yet.
Kanaani trying to control but Nagibatel is working from the bottom.
Nagibatel is controlling Kanaani's posture.
Nagibatel preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #T4#
Nagibatel has Kanaani pulled in close to control his posture.
Kanaani slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Kanaani with a flurry of punches that miss. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Nagibatel scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Nagibatel ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Kanaani fails in his attempt to clinch.
Nagibatel throws a quick inside leg kick.
Nagibatel misses with a low kick.
Kanaani sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Nagibatel lands with a nice body punch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A jab from Nagibatel does it's job there.
Nagibatel throws a nice outside leg kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Lyoha Nagibatel dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Kanaani tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Kanaani on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Nagibatel scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Kanaani misses with an attempted mid kick.
Nagibatel jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Nagibatel sizes up Kanaani with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Kanaani shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Nagibatel sprawls well. Nagibatel wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Kanaani gets slowly back to his feet.
Nagibatel tries to land a front kick but Kanaani steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Nagibatel lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Kanaani checks a leg kick.
Kanaani tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Nagibatel manages to circle out of the way.
Kanaani cracks Nagibatel with a good jab.
Nagibatel throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kanaani counters with a straight right hand.
Kanaani throws a series of punches but Nagibatel avoids them all with ease.
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!
Nagibatel stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Nagibatel looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Nagibatel has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Kanaani misses with a body punch
and Nagibatel counters with a slapping leg kick.
Nagibatel bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Lyoha Nagibatel is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Nagibatel lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Kanaani misses with an uppercut. Nagibatel saw that one coming.
Nagibatel lands a leg kick that knocks Kanaani off balance momentarily.
Nagibatel misses with a hook. Kanaani ducked under it nicely.
Nagibatel jabs Kanaani to the body, keeping him at a distance.#CL2#
Nagibatel has Kanaani up against the cage in a clinch.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Nagibatel misses with a punch to the body.
Nagibatel lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Nagibatel throws a head punch that misses.
Lyoha Nagibatel seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Kanaani wants to take the fight to the mat but Nagibatel manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Kanaani is trying to stall.
Nagibatel working aggressively here.
Nagibatel throws a punch but it's blocked by Kanaani.
Kanaani tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T2#
Nagibatel misses with a hook to the ribs.
Nagibatel misses with a short punch on the inside.
Nagibatel struggles to land a body shot inside as Kanaani controls his hands.
Kanaani changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Nagibatel fights it off and pushes away nicely.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mehdi Kanaani. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nagibatel throws a head kick that misses.
Nagibatel clobbers Kanaani with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Kanaani has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Nagibatel.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#TD#
Kanaani looking to score a takedown here. Nagibatel is defending well but Kanaani drives through and ends up in Nagibatel's guard.
Kanaani missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #ES2#
Nagibatel has his feet on Kanaani's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Kanaani fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Nagibatel on the side of the head.
Kanaani tries to clinch there but Nagibatel circles away.
Kanaani misses the jab.
Nagibatel swats away the attempt to clinch by Kanaani.
Nagibatel bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Kanaani's head.#T3#
Nagibatel walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Nagibatel fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Kanaani has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Nagibatel scores with a nice head shot.
Nagibatel lands a body shot.
Kanaani is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.#CL#
Kanaani closes the distance and clinches.#BC#
Kanaani breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
A slow jab from Nagibatel misses its intended target.
Kanaani throws a combination. Nagibatel tries to block but a couple of punches get through.#CUT#It looks like Lyoha Nagibatel has been cut.
Kanaani lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Nagibatel circles away quickly and effectively.
Nagibatel thows a left - swing and a miss!
Nagibatel throws a quick inside leg kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Nagibatel lands a shoulder strike.
Kanaani blocks a body shot from Nagibatel.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Nagibatel as Kanaani tries to tie him up.
Nagibatel gets underhooks to prevent Kanaani's takedown attempt.
#T4#
Nagibatel tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
The referee is keeping an eye on Kanaani - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Nagibatel tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kanaani's elbow.
Nagibatel misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kanaani drops down looking for an ankle pick but Nagibatel pulls his leg out and moves away.
Nagibatel fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Kanaani has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Nagibatel lands a right hook to the body.
Kanaani is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Nagibatel blocks a jab.
Nagibatel has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Nagibatel fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Kanaani checks it well. #CL#
Kanaani gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kanaani has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Nagibatel avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
A body shot lands from Nagibatel.
Nagibatel misses with the head strike.
Kanaani has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Nagibatel avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Lyoha Nagibatel showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Lyoha Nagibatel's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Kanaani throws out a loose jab but Nagibatel uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kanaani lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
#CL#
Nagibatel tries to keep at a distance but Kanaani has taken the fight into the clinch.
Nagibatel blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Nagibatel lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #TD#
Kanaani lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Nagibatel moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Nagibatel tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Kanaani throws an elbow that misses. Nagibatel uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Kanaani's guard. Nice move by Nagibatel!#REVB#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nagibatel preventing the sweep.
Kanaani is trying to keep Nagibatel in close.
#T1#
Kanaani lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Nagibatel working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Kanaani.
Nagibatel seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Mehdi Kanaani overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Kanaani trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nagibatel pulls Kanaani in close to his closed guard and prevents Kanaani from doing any damage or advancing position.
Nagibatel tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Nagibatel trying to control the position here.
Kanaani landing some decent shots from guard.
Nagibatel keeping moving, preventing Kanaani from controlling successfully.
Kanaani working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Nagibatel managing to control the position.
Kanaani stands up over Nagibatel, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #T3#
Kanaani throwing strikes but missing.
Kanaani trying to control the position from guard on top but Nagibatel is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Nagibatel working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Kanaani. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Nagibatel turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Nagibatel connects with a solid leg kick.
Kanaani tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Kanaani lands with a hook. Nagibatel tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Kanaani fails with a takedown attempt.
Nagibatel with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Nagibatel buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Kanaani keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
#T4#
Kanaani throws a body shot but no joy.
Nagibatel throws out a powerful jab.
Nagibatel lands a jab.
Nagibatel avoids the body shot from Kanaani.
Nagibatel blocks a jab.
Nagibatel throws a nice outside leg kick.
Lyoha Nagibatel seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Nice defenses there by Kanaani.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nagibatel scores with a hook to the body. Kanaani takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Nagibatel with a hook.
Kanaani lands a jab-cross combination. #CL#
Kanaani clinches up with Nagibatel and pushes him back against the cage.
Mehdi Kanaani has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kanaani has Nagibatel pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Nagibatel manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Nagibatel swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Nagibatel tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kanaani's elbow.
Kanaani lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A nice left hand lands by Nagibatel.
Nagibatel prevents a body shot from Kanaani.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Mehdi Kanaani.
I think Nagibatel has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:30
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:29
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lyoha Nagibatel!
A very excited looking Lyoha Nagibatel made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
CMMA 111 Kanaani v Hatfield
Date: May 28, 2021 |
#R1#
Kanaani uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Hatfield.
Hatfield ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kanaani moves away.
Kanaani dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Kanaani digs a good hook to Hatfield's body.
Kanaani fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Kanaani throws a body punch but Hatfield moves out of range.
Kanaani swings widly with a right hand
letting Hatfield counter with a right hand.
Hatfield bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#CUT#It looks like Mehdi Kanaani has been cut.
Hatfield dips to his left and cracks Kanaani with an uppercut!
Hatfield throws a poor cross that misses
and Kanaani cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kanaani lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Kanaani misses the shot to the body.
Hatfield wants to clinch but Kanaani slips to the side#TD2#
so Kanaani counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Hatfield avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #T1#
Hatfield is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #SU2#
Kanaani gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Kanaani slips under a jab from Hatfield.
Kanaani shoots in looking for a takedown but Hatfield manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Kanaani's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Kanaani misses with an uppercut
and Hatfield counters with a right hand to the body.
Kanaani throws a hook but Hatfield blocks it.
Kanaani uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Hatfield.
Kanaani 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.
Hatfield darts in trying to clinch#TD2#
and Kanaani counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Hatfield pushes Kanaani off and gets back to his feet.#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kanaani throws a jab but it's blocked by Hatfield.
Kanaani uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Hatfield.
Hatfield blocks a head kick by Kanaani.
Hatfield throws a series of punches but Kanaani avoids them all with ease.
Kanaani feints the counter takedown.
Hatfield looks to score with a jab to the body but Kanaani is just out of range.
Kanaani connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Riley Hatfield is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Hatfield lands with an uppercut that bounces Kanaani off the cage and back into range.
Kanaani bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Kanaani moves out of range of the body kick.
Kanaani misses the body punch
and Hatfield counters with a solid body kick.
Kanaani throws a head kick that misses
and Hatfield counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
No luck for Kanaani with that takedown attempt.
Hatfield was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#T3#
Hatfield thuds his right hand into Kanaani's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Hatfield wants to clinch#TD2#
and Kanaani counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Kanaani missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #ES#
Hatfield makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
Hatfield throws a hook to the side of Kanaani's head but Kanaani sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kanaani looks to score with a jab to the body but Hatfield is just out of range.
Kanaani throws a sloppy body shot
and Hatfield counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kanaani chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Hatfield can pounce on him.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hatfield takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Hatfield misses with an uppercut.
Kanaani scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.#T4#
Hatfield fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kanaani manages to avoid it.
Mehdi Kanaani seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hatfield scores with a nice head shot.
Hatfield listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.#CUT#That has opened up Mehdi Kanaani's cut even more.
Kanaani lands a slapping body shot.
Kanaani throws a body shot but no joy.
Hatfield is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.#CL2#
Kanaani gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Hatfield wants to stall.
Hatfield using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Kanaani has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Hatfield.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#BC#
Hatfield's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Kanaani doesn't manage to clinch there - Hatfield circles away.
Hatfield misses with a low kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Riley Hatfield dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Mehdi Kanaani's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Hatfield takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Kanaani just misses with a punch to the body.
Hatfield looks to throw the jab but Kanaani is out of range.
Hatfield blocks a jab.#CL#
Hatfield fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Kanaani, pushing him back against the cage.
Hatfield gets underhooks to prevent Kanaani's takedown attempt.
Hatfield misses with a punch on the inside.
Hatfield wants to stall.
Hatfield misses with a punch on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kanaani blocks an uppercut.
Hatfield creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Kanaani letting Hatfield take a breather here.
I was talking to Hatfield's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Hatfield misses with a punch to the body.
#T1#
Kanaani blocking some punches.
#BC#
Hatfield breaks the clinch.
Hatfield tries to clinch but Kanaani moves away #TD2#
so Kanaani counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Hatfield has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Kanaani has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
Hatfield has a couple of punches blocked by Kanaani.
Hatfield taking a breather.#BC#
Hatfield breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Kanaani throws a big shot that misses.
Kanaani misses with a wild body shot.
Kanaani digs a good hook to Hatfield's body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#TD2#
Kanaani shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Hatfield manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Kanaani wants to control from the top but Hatfield keeps moving. #T2##ES#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Hatfield has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Kanaani off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Kanaani is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Hatfield rather than just go for the knockout.
Kanaani is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Hatfield.
Kanaani lands a nice shot to the body.
Kanaani misses the shot to the body.
Hatfield appears to be looking for a big counter.
Hatfield on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Some wild striking there from Hatfield.
Hatfield throws out a loose jab but Kanaani uses good head movement to avoid it.
Riley Hatfield is winning the standup battle so far.
Kanaani throws a head kick that misses
and Hatfield counters with a slapping leg kick.
Hatfield jabs Kanaani to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Hatfield tries to clinch but Kanaani is having none of it. #T3##TD2#
Kanaani fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Hatfield to the ground. Kanaani is now in Hatfield's guard.#ES#
Hatfield scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Hatfield misses the shot to the body.
Kanaani throws a lazy right hand but Hatfield sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Hatfield walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Kanaani lands a jab to Hatfield's midsection.
Kanaani throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Kanaani scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Hatfield doesn't seem bothered though.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kanaani throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kanaani throws a body punch but Hatfield moves out of range.
Kanaani misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hatfield.
Kanaani throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Hatfield's head.#CUT2#It looks like Riley Hatfield has been cut.#T4#
Kanaani moves away from the strike by Hatfield.
Kanaani misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Kanaani swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Hatfield clobbers Kanaani with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Hatfield tries to clinch
enabling Kanaani to counter with a crisp jab.
Hatfield looks to land a left hand but Kanaani moved out of range nicely.
Hatfield sets himself, and Kanaani steps forward looking for the clinch! Hatfield avoids it this time.
Hatfield tries to clinch up.
Kanaani feints the counter takedown.
Kanaani uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hatfield.
Kanaani on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Kanaani throws a body shot but no joy.
Hatfield throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Riley Hatfield will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Hatfield scores with a hook to the body. Kanaani takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Hatfield connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Kanaani momentarily.
Kanaani connects with a crisp jab.
Kanaani looks to score with a jab to the body but Hatfield is just out of range.
Kanaani misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hatfield.
Hatfield throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Kanaani's head.
Hatfield fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kanaani manages to avoid it.
Kanaani lunges at Hatfield with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Hatfield's hand.
Kanaani throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kanaani misses with a straight left.
Hatfield avoids the body shot from Kanaani.
Kanaani throws an overhand right that lands on Hatfield's shoulder, as Hatfield tries to avoid the shot.
Kanaani darts in and out, connecting with a jab. #T1#
Kanaani cracks Hatfield with a right hand to the side of the head.
Hatfield swings widly with a right hand
and Kanaani counters with a nice uppercut.
Hatfield moves away from the strike by Kanaani.
Kanaani misses with a wild body shot.
It looked like Hatfield wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Kanaani pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Hatfield throws a right hand that Kanaani ducks under and follows up with a left that Kanaani also avoids with ease.
The fighters circle momentarily. Kanaani darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Kanaani jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Hatfield appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Hatfield takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Nice shot by Hatfield.
Hatfield scores with a spinning back kick!
A good leg kick by Hatfield. #T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kanaani lands a jab to Hatfield's midsection.
Kanaani misses the body punch
and Hatfield counters with a left to the body.
Kanaani takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Hatfield throws a predictable looking body shot
enabling Kanaani to counter with a crisp jab.
Hatfield lands a nice looking body shot.
Hatfield swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kanaani misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hatfield.
Kanaani pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Hatfield with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Kanaani doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Hatfield connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Kanaani moves out of range as Hatfield strikes.
Hatfield lands with a good body shot.#T3#
Hatfield doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Kanaani scores with a jab to the body.
Hatfield leaves Kanaani with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Hatfield throws a quick counter head kick but Kanaani was just out of range.
The fighters circle momentarily. Kanaani darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
A jab from Hatfield does it's job there.#CUT#The cut above Mehdi Kanaani's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Kanaani dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Hatfield looks to land a right hand but Kanaani moved out of range.
Hatfield misses with a hook.
Hatfield missing with a left hand there. Kanaani was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Hatfield throws a body punch but Kanaani moves out of range. #T4#
Kanaani shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Hatfield but Hatfield pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Kanaani blocks a head kick by Hatfield.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kanaani. Hatfield does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kanaani dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Hatfield throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kanaani tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Hatfield was well out of range. Poor timing from Kanaani.
Mehdi Kanaani has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kanaani lands with a nice body punch.
Hatfield defending well as Kanaani loads up on a big left hand.
Hatfield throwing a counter right hand but Kanaani manages to avoid it.
Hatfield stuns Kanaani with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Hatfield fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kanaani manages to avoid it.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Mehdi Kanaani.
Well Hatfield 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:28
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Mehdi Kanaani!
Our winner, Mehdi Kanaani, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
CMMA 102
Date: May 02, 2021 |
#R1#
Estili lands with a hook. Kanaani tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. #CUT#It looks like Mehdi Kanaani has been cut.
Estili moves away from the strike by Kanaani.
Estili definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#TD#
Estili closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Estili lands in his opponent's guard.
Estili throws an elbow that misses. Kanaani uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Estili's guard. Nice move by Kanaani!#REVB#
Kanaani postures up in Estili's guard and throws a big left but Estili blocks it.
Kanaani is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SU2#
Kanaani stands up from Estili's guard - Kanaani perhaps looking for a knockout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Estili shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Kanaani pinned against the cage. Kanaani gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
It seemed like Kanaani was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Estili doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Kanaani connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T1#
A telegraphed right hand from Kanaani misses the target.
Estili has his takedown stuffed
letting Kanaani counter with a right hand.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gholam Estili. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Estili gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #KD2#
and Kanaani lands a stunning uppercut that sends Estili to the mat! #ROC2#Estili is rocked!
Estili tries to kick Kanaani off but Kanaani keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Oh Estili is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Estili trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.
Estili seems to have got his legs back now.
Kanaani throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
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!
Kanaani sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Estili defending well though. #SU2#
Kanaani stands up from half guard.
A big right from Kanaani misses.
Mehdi Kanaani is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A big left from Kanaani misses.
Kanaani jabs Estili right on the nose. Estili blinks but takes it well.
Estili shoots in but Kanaani avoids the takedown attempt easily.#T2##CL2#
Kanaani fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Estili, pushing him back against the cage.
Estili is trying to drag Kanaani to the mat but Kanaani just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Estili leaning his opponent against the cage.
Estili is looking for a takedown.
Estili wants to take the fight to the mat but Kanaani manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Estili has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Kanaani avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.#BC#
Estili's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Estili shoots for a takedown but Kanaani saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Estili walks into a left hand.
Kanaani comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.#T3#
Estili tries for a takedown but Kanaani circles away easily
and Kanaani counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kanaani stuffs the takedown attempt from Estili. Estili gets slowly back to his feet.
Estili misses with a takedown attempt
and Kanaani counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Estili is breathing heavily.
Kanaani moves in close and cracks Estili with a massive right hand! Estili, frozen momentarily in time, tumbles to the canvas, already out cold! A brutal knockout by Kanaani!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Mehdi Kanaani!
A victorious Mehdi Kanaani 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:
CMMA 94 Olsen vs Rockefeller
Date: Apr 04, 2021 |
#R1#
A swing and a miss from Kanaani.
Mustonen is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.#TD#
Kanaani looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Mustonen!
Kanaani misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Mustonen defending against the ground and pound.
The ground and pound from Kanaani seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Kanaani throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Mustonen wants to control but Kanaani postures up.
Mustonen parries the strikes from Kanaani easily there. Kanaani is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Mustonen to escape.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sloppy strikes there by Kanaani.
Kanaani working away.
An elbow from Kanaani crashes against the mat.
#T1#
Kanaani fails to land a wild elbow strike.
The ground and pound from Kanaani seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Kanaani trying to control the position but Mustonen is working away.
Kanaani working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Kanaani working the head with strikes.
An elbow from Kanaani crashes against the mat.
The ground and pound from Kanaani seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Kanaani cracks Mustonen with a big right hand but Mustonen just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Kanaani is chipping away with strikes.
Kanaani misses with the ground and pound.
Kanaani landing a few strikes. #T2#
Kanaani is looking to take a break and control but Mustonen is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Kanaani tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Mustonen tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Kanaani definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Kanaani wants to lay and pray for a moment but Mustonen keeps working.
Kanaani tries to score with some ground and pound. Mustonen controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage. #T3#
Mustonen tries to bench press Kanaani off him but Kanaani keeps the position.
The ground and pound from Kanaani seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Mustonen taking a bit of punishment here - Kanaani scoring with strikes.
Mustonen dodges the ground and pound from Kanaani.
The ground and pound from Kanaani seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Mustonen can do anything to dispel that myth.
Sloppy strikes there by Kanaani.
Kanaani throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Mustonen is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Kanaani with the ground and pound but Mustonen regains half guard under the barage of strikes.
Kanaani not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Mustonen felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.#T4#
Mustonen keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Kanaani sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Mustonen defending well though.
Kanaani throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Kanaani with the ground and pound but Mustonen uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Mustonen working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Kanaani.
Kanaani is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Kanaani accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Kanaani throws a big right hand that misses.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Mustonen working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Kanaani.
Mustonen wants to sweep here but Kanaani controlling him for the moment.
Kanaani has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Kanaani with a flurry of punches that miss.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mehdi Kanaani dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Mustonen blocks the body kick.
Mustonen looks to land a body kick but Kanaani moved away.
Kanaani looks to land a left hand but Mustonen moved out of range nicely.
Kanaani throws a looping overhand right but Mustonen ducks down to avoid it.
Mustonen bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kanaani lands with a shot to the body.
A solid leg kick lands there for Mustonen.
Kanaani swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Mustonen is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Mustonen thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Kanaani if he has to take too many more of those.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Kanaani shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Kanaani was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Kanaani postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
#T1#
Kanaani in side control, throwing shots but Mustonen defends.
Kanaani is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Mustonen can do to turn this around?
Kanaani taking a breather here.
Mustonen takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Kanaani throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Mustonen is looking to regain half guard here but Kanaani keeps moving and retains side control.
Mustonen managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Kanaani.
Kanaani cracks Mustonen with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Mustonen can't do much from the bottom here. #T2#
Kanaani throwing ground and pound but whilst doing so, he forgets to control position and Mustonen works his way back to half guard. Good composure under pressure.
Kanaani sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Mustonen defending well though.
Kanaani throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Mehdi Kanaani overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Kanaani takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Kanaani is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Mustonen blocking the ground and pound attempt from Kanaani. #T3#
Kanaani thows a huge punch but Mustonen dodges it nicely.
Kanaani landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Kanaani missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Kanaani thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Kanaani winds up and cracks Mustonen with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Mustonen has hold of Kanaani's hands but Kanaani slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Kanaani drops an elbow to the side of Mustonen's head.
Kanaani working over Mustonen with some ground and pound. Mustonen looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Kanaani is taking a breather. Mustonen says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Kanaani throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #T4#
Kanaani thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Mustonen is staying active underneath Kanaani, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Kanaani not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Kanaani is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Kanaani is trying to control. Mustonen wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kanaani winds up and cracks Mustonen with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kanaani missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Kanaani missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mehdi Kanaani dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Mustonen tries to work over Kanaani's front leg with a kick but Kanaani checks it.
Mustonen shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Mustonen slips a straight right by Kanaani.
Kanaani scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Kanaani checks the leg kick.
Kanaani is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Mustonen's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Kanaani cracks Mustonen with a good jab.
Mustonen throws out a leg kick but Kanaani moves out of range and Mustonen only half commits. #TD#
Kanaani closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Kanaani lands in his opponent's guard.
Mustonen working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Kanaani.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mustonen utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #T1#
Kanaani postures up in Mustonen's guard and throws a big left but Mustonen blocks it.
Kanaani would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Kanaani trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Kanaani trying to control the position from guard on top but Mustonen is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kanaani content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Kanaani is looking to work some ground and pound but Mustonen has wrist control.
Kanaani postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Kanaani working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Kanaani landing some decent shots from guard. #T2#
Kanaani throwing strikes but missing.
Kanaani throwing strikes but missing.
Kanaani loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Kanaani throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Mustonen works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Mustonen preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Mehdi Kanaani seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD#
Kanaani darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Kanaani not landing any meaningful shots this time. #T3#
Kanaani throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Mustonen blocking the ground and pound attempt from Kanaani.
Kanaani is keen to just control but Mustonen is a slippery customer.
Kanaani throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Kanaani throwing shots but Mustonen is blocking nicely.
Kanaani wants to lay and pray for a moment but Mustonen keeps working.
Kanaani not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Patrik Mustonen has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Mustonen blocking the ground and pound attempt from Kanaani.
Kanaani throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Mustonen to regain full guard.
Mustonen wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Kanaani throwing strikes but missing.
Kanaani throwing strikes from guard but Mustonen blocks nicely.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Kanaani trying to control but Mustonen is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kanaani misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
And that's the end of the fight!
Mehdi Kanaani showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Kanaani 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:26
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:26
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mehdi Kanaani!
An out of breath Mehdi Kanaani thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
CMMA 85 Dinapoli vs O'Neill
Date: Mar 06, 2021 |
#R1#
De Vries throws a lazy right hand but Kanaani sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kanaani tries to counter with a takedown but De Vries is quick to defend against it.
De Vries lands a slapping body shot.
Kanaani scores with a shot to the body.
Kanaani stuns De Vries with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
De Vries 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.#TD#
Kanaani changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. De Vries looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Kanaani landing strikes.
Kanaani controlling the position.
De Vries prevents Kanaani from improving position.
De Vries seems a little lost for a moment, as Kanaani dominates the positioning.#SU#
Kanaani decides to stand up, so the ref orders De Vries to his feet.
We've been hearing reports that Kanaani has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
De Vries looks winded!#T1#
Kanaani misses with a body shot.
De Vries walks into a stiff left hand from Kanaani.#TD#
Kanaani fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging De Vries to the ground. Kanaani is now in De Vries's guard.
Kanaani not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Kanaani seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down De Vries for as long as he can get away with.
Kanaani throws a big right hand that misses. #T2#
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Kanaani's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #SU#
Kanaani gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent. #TD#
Kanaani looking to score a takedown here. De Vries is defending well but Kanaani drives through and ends up in De Vries's guard.
Kanaani seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Kanaani continues to stall.#T3#
De Vries utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Kanaani is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Kanaani rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but De Vries moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Kanaani digs a good hook to De Vries's body.
Kanaani misses with a wild body shot.
De Vries takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Kanaani. #T4#
De Vries takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
A lull in the action here.#SU#
Kanaani stands up and we're back to a striking position. #TD#
Kanaani shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Kanaani looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks De Vries with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mehdi Kanaani dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Kanaani fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Kanaani works De Vries's body with a nice hook.#TD#
De Vries gets caught napping as Kanaani dives in and scores a takedown. De Vries manages to retain guard.
Kanaani is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#SU#
Kanaani stands up from guard. Let's bang!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Kanaani throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. De Vries was covering up waiting for the punch and Kanaani finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Kanaani is stalling in the full guard.
De Vries is breathing heavily.#T1#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Kanaani postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Kanaani's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #SU#
Kanaani stands up from guard. Let's bang! #TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Kanaani.
Kanaani is working De Vries over with some ground and pound from side control.
De Vries really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Kanaani. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Kanaani is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kanaani working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Kanaani controls the position.#T2##SU#
Kanaani has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
Kanaani is looking to slow De Vries down with leg kicks.
Kanaani lands a nice hook to De Vries's body. De Vries takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
De Vries shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Mehdi Kanaani seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kanaani jabs at De Vries's body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kanaani bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps De Vries's head backwards.#TD#
Kanaani throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. De Vries tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Kanaani is in De Vries's guard.
Kanaani has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#SU#
Kanaani stands and steps away. De Vries gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Kanaani comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.#T3##TD#
Kanaani throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. De Vries tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Kanaani is in De Vries's guard.
Kanaani with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Kanaani in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Kanaani loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Kanaani's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Kanaani content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Kanaani slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T4#
Kanaani is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Kanaani landing some decent shots from guard.
Kanaani is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Kanaani stands up over De Vries, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
De Vries can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Kanaani controls the pace.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mehdi Kanaani dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Kanaani changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Kanaani lands with a nice body punch.
Kanaani lands a nice looking body shot.
De Vries misses with a looping left.
De Vries misses with a right hand
and Kanaani counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Kanaani lands with a cross.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kanaani lands with a good body shot.#TD#
Kanaani closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Kanaani lands in his opponent's guard.
Kanaani is stalling in the full guard.
De Vries takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1##SU#
Kanaani stands up and waves to De Vries to follow him.
De Vries takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Stefan De Vries has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Kanaani scores to the head and body with a nice combination!#TD#
Kanaani decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Kanaani content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Kanaani scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Kanaani lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Kanaani takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Kanaani lands with a punch from half guard.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Kanaani lands a nice short elbow.
Mehdi Kanaani overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T3#
Kanaani takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Kanaani looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Kanaani seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
De Vries taking some punishment here, with Kanaani in his half guard.
Kanaani is taking a breather. De Vries says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if De Vries can do anything to dispel that myth.
Kanaani has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Kanaani is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that De Vries can do to turn this around?#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SU#
Kanaani decides to stand up and try his luck on the feet. #TD#
Kanaani looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Kanaani looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Kanaani looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks De Vries with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Kanaani working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Kanaani landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Kanaani controlling the action here. #SU#
Kanaani stands, ready to strike. The ref makes him back up and allows De Vries to get to his feet.
And that's the end of the fight!
Mehdi Kanaani showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Kanaani 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:26
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:26
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mehdi Kanaani!
Our winner, Mehdi Kanaani, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
CMMA 76 Kanaani vs Keaty
Date: Feb 07, 2021 |
#R1#
Kanaani scores with a body shot.
Keaty has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Kanaani scores with a body shot.
Kanaani scores with a shot to the body.
Keaty shoots and misses
and Kanaani counters with a left to the body.
Keaty takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#CUT#It looks like Henry Keaty has been cut.
Kanaani stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.#KD#
Kanaani cracks Keaty with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Keaty looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Kanaani finish him?
#ROC#Keaty is rocked!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kanaani closes the distance and lands a brutal uppercut that knocks Keaty out! We're looking at the replay now - he was out before he hit the floor!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Mehdi Kanaani!
A very excited looking Mehdi Kanaani made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
Henry Keaty spoke after the fight, saying 'You never expect to lose, I'm sorry for letting my sponsors and fans down. My team and I will fix my game. I'll be back!'. |
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Event:
BFC HARDCORE 7
Date: Jan 15, 2021 |
#R1#
Stojanov loads up on a big right hand but Kanaani slips the punch.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Stojanov is defended easily by Kanaani.#KD2#
Kanaani lands a left and a right that send Stojanov crashing to the mat, dazed. Kanaani thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#ROC2#Stojanov is rocked!#CUT2#It looks like Lukas Stojanov has been cut.
Stojanov tries to get into range but Kanaani steps to the side and lands a beautiful hook that drops Stojanov! He's faceplanted into the mat, ass in the air... he's out cold! That's an image he won't want to show his grandkids when he gets older! Kanaani scores the big KO victory!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Mehdi Kanaani!
Mehdi Kanaani seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
BFC 30: BFC Vs Checkmate 1
Date: Dec 12, 2020 |
#R1#
A jab lands there for Kanaani.
Nogueira Aldo on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kanaani. Kanaani obviously looking to wear him down.
Kanaani punishes Nogueira Aldo's body with a nice straight punch.
Kanaani lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Kanaani lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook. #CL2#
Kanaani moves into range and clinches up with Nogueira Aldo.#BC2#
Kanaani pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL2#
Kanaani closes the distance and clinches.
Kanaani managing to block the knees to the body from Nogueira Aldo.
#BC2#
Kanaani's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
We've been told by Nogueira Aldo's head coaches at Alpha Brasil that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kanaani blocks a head kick by Nogueira Aldo.
Kanaani buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Kanaani.
Kanaani is working Nogueira Aldo over against the cage.
Kanaani throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Nice body punch from Kanaani. #T1#
Kanaani has Nogueira Aldo pressed against the cage, preventing Nogueira Aldo from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Kanaani lands a body punch.
A left hand lands to the body for Kanaani.
#BC2#
Kanaani breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Kanaani digs a good body shot into Nogueira Aldo's ribs.
Kanaani feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Nogueira Aldos jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Mehdi Kanaani is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#CL2#
Kanaani has managed to clinch.
Nice body punch from Kanaani.
Kanaani works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Nogueira Aldo is breathing heavily.#BC2#
Kanaani pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Nogueira Aldo's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Kanaani connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Nogueira Aldo scrambles back to his feet.#CL2#
Kanaani closes the distance and pushes Nogueira Aldo back into the cage.#BC2#
Kanaani breaks from the clinch.
#CL2#
Kanaani darts in and clinches Nogueira Aldo up against the cage.
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!#BC2#
Kanaani breaks the clinch.
#CL2#
Kanaani closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #T2##BC2#
Kanaani manages to break the clinch.
A decent looking cross lands there for Kanaani.
Nogueira Aldo throws a right hand that Kanaani ducks under and follows up with a left that Kanaani also avoids with ease.
Nogueira Aldo waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kanaani.
Kanaani keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Left hook, right uppercut from Kanaani.
Nogueira Aldo walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.#CL2#
Kanaani moves into range and clinches up with Nogueira Aldo.#BC2#
Kanaani breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Nice shot lands for Kanaani.#ROC2#Nogueira Aldo is rocked!
Kanaani cracks Nogueira Aldo with a nasty uppercut that draws ooohs from the crowd and sends Nogueira Aldo tumbling backwards onto the mat. He tries to recover but Kanaani pounces and lands a hail of unanswered strikes that forces the referee to step in to end the fight! Nogueira Aldo is not happy but he gave the referee no choice!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mehdi Kanaani!
After winning the bout, Mehdi Kanaani thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
BFC 25: Butcher Vs. Cain
Date: Oct 24, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
No joy there for Rambo, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Rambo misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kanaani throws a jab when Rambo was well out of range.#CL#
Kanaani moves into the clinch.
Rambo prevents a body shot from Kanaani.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Rambo.
Kanaani misses with a punch to the body.
Kanaani working aggressively here.
Kanaani goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kanaani keeps control of Rambo as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Kanaani goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kanaani misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kanaani can't find room to land a body shot as Rambo controls the action.
Rambo has had enough of the clinch but Kanaani keeps him there for the moment.
Rambo has a couple of punches blocked by Kanaani.
#T1##BC#
Kanaani breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
The crowd cheers as Kanaani lands an impressive looking overhand right. Rambo doesn't seem phased though.
Kanaani has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Rambo displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kanaani throws out the jab.
Rambo tries a head kick but it misses.
Rambo displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kanaani throws out the jab.
Rambo looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Rambo throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Rambo fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kanaani manages to avoid it.
Kanaani throws a jab when Rambo was well out of range.#CL#
Kanaani fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Rambo, pushing him back against the cage.
Kanaani keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Rambo's efforts to push away.
Kanaani misses with a punch to the body.
Kanaani throws a punch but it's blocked by Rambo. #BC2#
Rambo's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Rambo throws a body kick that misses #TD#
and Kanaani counters with a shoot takedown. Rambo fights it but they end up in guard.
Rambo keeping full guard, as Kanaani tries to pass. #T2#
Rambo wants to stand up but Kanaani is controlling him.
Kanaani missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
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!#ES2#
Rambo uses the cage to get back to his feet.
#TD#
Rambo gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Kanaani landing with the ground and pound.
Kanaani throws a strike but Rambo rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##SU2#
Rambo decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Kanaani throws a hook but Rambo blocks it.
Rambo takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
John Rambo is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kanaani misses with a hook. Rambo ducked under it nicely.
A head kick misses from Rambo.
Kanaani seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.#T3#
Kanaani misses with a two punch combination.
Kanaani takes a swing at Rambo's ribcage but misses.
Kanaani fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Rambo misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kanaani misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rambo.
Rambo takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Rambo falls off balance throwing a combination
and Rambo takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Good exchange - Kanaani coming out on top.
Rambo avoids the body shot from Kanaani.
Kanaani lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Rambo misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kanaani.
Rambo swings for the body but Kanaani moves out of range.
Kanaani takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Kanaani blocks a head kick by Rambo.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rambo ducks right into an uppercut from Kanaani.
Rambo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Rambo is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.#T4##CL#
Kanaani forces Rambo back against the cage and clinches.
Rambo throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Kanaanis head.
Kanaani misses with some punches.
Kanaani tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Rambo's elbow.
Kanaani can't find room to land a body shot as Rambo controls the action.
Rambo is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Kanaani works on Rambo's body with a couple of short punches.
Kanaani misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kanaani lands with a light punch inside. #BC#
Kanaani breaks the clinch.
Kanaani scores with the left hand. Rambo knows he should have avoided that one.
Kanaani misses with a hook. Rambo ducked under it nicely.
Rambo follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Rambo misses with a body kick.
A big right from Kanaani misses.
Rambo throws a counter combo.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mehdi Kanaani 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#
Rambo walks into a left hand.
Rambo throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Kanaani.
Kanaani looks to throw the jab but Rambo is out of range.
Kanaani ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Kanaani connects with a body shot that sends Rambo's belly button to the back.
Kanaani looks to throw the jab but Rambo is out of range.
Kanaani dips to his left and cracks Rambo with an uppercut!
Rambo doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Kanaani misses with a jab, cross combination.
Kanaani tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rambo was well out of range. Poor timing from Kanaani.
Kanaani throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Rambo looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Kanaani throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Rambo throws a body kick that misses
and Kanaani counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kanaani throws a nice looking combination but Rambo bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Kanaani misses with a hook.
Kanaani scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Kanaani misses with a wild body shot.
Rambo misses with a head kick.
Kanaani is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Rambo can do to turn this around?#T1#
Kanaani takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.#TD#
Kanaani closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Rambo is trying to stand.
Kanaani working over Rambo with some ground and pound. Rambo looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rambo is staying active underneath Kanaani, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Kanaani looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Rambo is trying to stand.
Kanaani sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Rambo defending well though.
Rambo looks like he's trying to stand up.
Rambo is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.#T2#
Kanaani lands with a punch from half guard.
Kanaani prevents Rambo from standing back up.
Nice strikes from Kanaani there.
Rambo avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Kanaani.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rambo wants to get back to his feet.
Kanaani is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
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!
Rambo is looking to escape.
Kanaani slips a nice elbow through Rambo's hands, connecting with Rambo's forehead.
Rambo tries to kick Kanaani off but Kanaani keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Kanaani looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Kanaani throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Kanaani lands with a punch from half guard.
Kanaani throwing shots but Rambo is blocking nicely. #T3#
Kanaani working Rambo over with strikes.
Mehdi Kanaani overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Kanaani is trying to control the action in half guard but Rambo is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #ES2#
Rambo has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Kanaani is on him like a limpet, forcing Rambo back against the cage.
Kanaani tries to work over Rambo's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Rambo prevents the takedown attempt.
Kanaani has a couple of punches blocked by Rambo.
#BC#
Kanaani pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
A head kick misses from Rambo.
Rambo avoids the body shot from Kanaani.
Rambo swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Rambo blocks a jab.
Kanaani looks to land a left hand but Rambo moved out of range nicely.
Kanaani throws a body punch but Rambo moves out of range.
Rambo throws a counter combo.
Rambo lands with a shot to the body. #T4##TD#
Kanaani shoots in and bounces Rambo off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kanaani is working Rambo over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Rambo keeping moving, preventing Kanaani from controlling successfully.
Kanaani slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Kanaani loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Kanaani working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Kanaani prevents Rambo from getting back to his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mehdi Kanaani dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Jab by Kanaani.
Rambo uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kanaani.
Kanaani throws a good cross that connects.
Kanaani avoids the head kick by Rambo.
John Rambo is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Kanaani takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Kanaani keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Rambo throws a series of punches but Kanaani avoids them all with ease.
Mehdi Kanaani is winning the standup battle so far.
Kanaani jabs Rambo right on the nose. Rambo blinks but takes it well.
Rambo slips under a jab.
And Rambo responds with a good body kick, but Kanaani manages to step out the way in time.
The fighters circling - Kanaani throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Nice uppercut there from Kanaani.
Kanaani falls off balance throwing a combination
and Rambo counters with a two punch combo.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kanaani scores with a body shot.
Rambo throws a right and a left that Kanaani avoids nicely.
Rambo lands with a slapping head kick.
Rambo lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Kanaani circles away quickly and effectively.#T1#
Kanaani throws a body shot but no joy.
Nice defenses there by Rambo.
Kanaani keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Rambo.
Rambo throws a poor cross that misses
and Kanaani counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Rambo misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Kanaani is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Rambo.
Kanaani looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Kanaani will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Rambo throws a head kick that misses. #TD#
Kanaani changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Rambo looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Kanaani in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Kanaani grinds an elbow into Rambo's temple.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kanaani connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Rambo some visible discomfort.
You can see the frustration on Rambo's face as Kanaani controls the position.
Rambo wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!#T2#
Kanaani working the ground and pound.
Kanaani trying to control the position but Rambo is working away.
Kanaani creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Kanaani lands an elbow.
Kanaani working the ground and pound from side control.
Rambo is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Kanaani asserts his dominance and retains side control.
Kanaani grinds an elbow into Rambo's temple.
Kanaani looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Rambo is avoiding damage well.
Kanaani is looking to take a break and control but Rambo is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T3#
Kanaani lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Rambo wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Kanaani wants to lay and pray for a moment but Rambo keeps working.
Kanaani working the ground and pound.
Rambo is pushing Kanaani's head away, looking to escape. Kanaani manages to hold on to the position though.
Rambo taking punishment in the form of punches.
#ROC#Rambo is rocked!
Kanaani lands a few punches from side control.
Rambo is still in real trouble! Can Kanaani finish him?
Kanaani scores with a couple of short elbows.
Kanaani slows the pace down.
Rambo is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Kanaani is controlling him well.
Rambo on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Kanaani working the ground and pound from side control.#T4#
Kanaani lands a strong strike to the head of Rambo. That's dazed him! Kanaani looking to finish here. Rambo is waving his arms around trying to block but he's hurt badly - Kanaani lands more strikes and the referee steps in to end the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:20 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mehdi Kanaani! |
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Event:
BFC 23:Butcher vs. Matsuzaka 2
Date: Oct 03, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Kanaani scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Rand doesn't seem bothered though.
Rand takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Rand tries to land a front kick but Kanaani steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Kanaani lands with a right hand.
Kanaani scores with a shot to the body.
Rand takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Rand tries a head kick but it misses.
Rand jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kanaani thuds a left hand into Rand's body.
Danny Rand seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rand uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kanaani.
A punch lands to the side of Rand 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Kanaani ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Rand gets cracked there but stands up to it.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kanaani slips a jab from Rand.
Kanaani punishes Rand's body with a nice straight punch.
Kanaani works Rand's body with a nice hook.
Kanaani fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Kanaani lands a jab.
Kanaani with a nice cross.#T1#
A big left from Rand misses.
Kanaani fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Kanaani lands a jab.
Rand throws a jab when Kanaani was well out of range.
Some wild striking there from Kanaani.
Kanaani scores with a punch to the head.
Danny Rand is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Rand throws a body kick that misses.
Rand misses with a hook. Kanaani ducked under it nicely.
Both fighters circling a little - Rand finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Kanaani 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.
Kanaani is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Rand rather than just go for the knockout.
Rand scores with a head kick. Kanaani tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Rand throws a looping overhand right but Kanaani ducks down to avoid it.
Rand throws a lazy right hand but Kanaani sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A little jabbing left from Kanaani on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
A jab from Kanaani finds it's way through Rand's defenses.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kanaani scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Kanaani scores with a nice head shot.
A slow jab from Rand misses its intended target. #T2#
Rand tries to clinch but Kanaani moves out of range.
Rand misses with a looping left.
Kanaani throws out a powerful jab.
Kanaani scores with a sloppy right hand. Rand should have avoided that one.
Kanaani scores with a jab.
Rand throws a leg kick that misses.
Rand looks to throw the jab but Kanaani is out of range.
Rand misses with a body kick.
Kanaani scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Rand drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Kanaani scores with a body shot.
Kanaani is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Rand had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
A slow jab from Rand misses its intended target.
Rand takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Kanaani staying out of range there.
Rand throws a half hearted mid kick.
Kanaani appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Kanaani avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A cross from Kanaani lands.
Kanaani avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T3#
Kanaani swats away the attempt to clinch by Rand.
Kanaani scores with a nice strike.
Rand has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Rand there as he acknowledges the shot.
Rand tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Kanaani takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Kanaani lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Kanaani misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rand.
Rand half committed to a counter leg kick.
Rand tries to clinch there but Kanaani circles away.
Kanaani throws a body shot but no joy.
Kanaani lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Rand misses with an uppercut.
Rand takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Rand just misses with a punch to the body.
Rand tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kanaani misses the shot to the body.
Rand lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.#T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kanaani tries to clinch but Rand moves out of range.
Kanaani avoids the head kick by Rand.
Kanaani misses with an uppercut. Rand saw that one coming.
Rand gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Kanaani uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Rand.
Kanaani scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Rand plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Kanaani misses with a jab, cross combination.
Kanaani keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Rand.
Kanaani works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Rand misses with a series of wild punches.
A cross from Kanaani lands.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kanaani steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Rand.
Rand looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Rand lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Kanaani has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Kanaani and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Rand has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Rand there as he acknowledges the shot.
Kanaani scores with a nice head shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mehdi Kanaani dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Rand looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Rand throws a sloppy body shot
and Kanaani counters with a straight right hand.
Rand throws a shot from downtown. Kanaani moves away and avoids it.
Rand tests Kanaani's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Kanaani ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Rand looks to throw the jab but Kanaani is out of range. #TD2#
Kanaani shoots in and bounces Rand off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.#SUB#
Rand throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
We've been hearing good reports from Rand's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
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!
Rand wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Rand has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Kanaani makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Kanaani with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#T1#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Rand is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Kanaani keeping moving, preventing Rand from controlling successfully.
Rand throws a big right hand that misses.
Rand content to stall in guard here.
Kanaani keeping full guard, as Rand tries to pass.
Rand wants to control from the top but Kanaani keeps moving.
Rand tries to free his leg and advance position but Kanaani is retaining full guard. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Kanaani wants to stand up but Rand is controlling him.
Rand trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Kanaani wants to stand up but Rand is controlling him.
Rand slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Rand takes a little break here. Kanaani wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.#SUB#
Rand is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Kanaani is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB#
Rand is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Kanaani knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #T3#
Rand is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Kanaani's shoulder. That is not cool.
Kanaani is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Rand is controlling him well.
Rand wants to control but Kanaani is keeping him busy.
Rand throws a strike aimed at the side of Kanaani's head but Kanaani avoids it well.
Rand scores with a couple of short elbows.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Kanaani wants to get back to his feet.
Rand in side control lands a decent elbow.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rand controls the position from side control.
Rand wants to control but Kanaani is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Rand thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Rand prevents Kanaani from escaping the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Danny Rand dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Kanaani jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Rand misses with a hook.
A jab from Rand misses.
Kanaani looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Kanaani, as that shot connected.
#TD2#
Kanaani bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Kanaani really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Rand. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Kanaani landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Rand manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Rand missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #SUB#
Rand wants to work for an arm triangle but Kanaani is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kanaani wants to stand back up but Rand manages to pass into side control.
#SUB#
Rand thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Rand trying to control the action but Kanaani is working from the bottom. #T1#
Rand misses with the ground and pound.
Rand wants to control but Kanaani is keeping him busy.
Rand throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Rand is staying tight to Kanaani's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Rand trying to control the position but Kanaani is working away.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Kanaani can do anything to dispel that myth.
Rand is staying tight to Kanaani's torso, preventing him from escaping. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB#
Rand goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Kanaani has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Rand but great work by Kanaani.
You can see the frustration on Rand's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Rand manages to work his way to half guard, despite Kanaani's best efforts.
Rand trying to control here.
Rand is doing well to control the position and prevent Kanaani from advancing to side control.
Rand is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T3#
Kanaani drops an elbow to the side of Rand's head. #SUB#
Rand actively working from the bottom here.
Rand trying to control from the bottom.
Danny Rand overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Kanaani looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Rand with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Rand makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Rand.
Kanaani landing with the ground and pound.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kanaani is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Kanaani postures up and lands a big shot to Rand's brow.
Kanaani stands up over Rand, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Kanaani postures up.
Rand wants to sweep but no luck.
Kanaani scoring with punches to the head and body.
Kanaani throws a big elbow that misses. #T4#
Kanaani with a nice head shot there.
Kanaani stopping the sweep attempt from Rand.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Kanaani working his ground and pound in the gym. So far it seems to be working well.
Kanaani working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Rand's head.#SUB#
Kanaani stands up over his opponent, looking to dive in with a big punch. Here he comes, superman style! Oh, the punch misses and Rand has got him in a triangle choke for good measure! Oh no! Kanaani manages to get his head free but now Rand has transitioned to an armbar! Kanaani grimaces and is forced to tap! Beautiful Jiu Jitsu from Rand! I'd be surprised if that didn't end up as submission of the night!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:30 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Danny Rand!
After the fight, Danny Rand was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly. |
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Event:
BFC Swimmer Birthday Bash 1
Date: Sep 13, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Kanaani scores with a jab to the jaw.
Kanaani scores with a jab to the body.
Kanaani changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Sershurrapal dodges the punch combination from Kanaani.
Sershurrapal tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Sershurrapal walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Kanaani throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Sershurrapal cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Kanaani misses with a body shot.
Sershurrapal throws out a counter right but Kanaani avoids it with no problem.
Kanaani scores with a punch to the head.
Sershurrapal steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kanaani.
Kanaani dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Kanaani misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sershurrapal.
Sershurrapal looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Kanaani scores with a shot to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kanaani slips a jab and a cross from Sershurrapal.
Kanaani is looking to wear down Sershurrapal with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.#T1#
Kanaani throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kanaani lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Kanaani cracks a nice hook into Sershurrapal's ribs.#TD#
Kanaani closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Nice strikes from Kanaani there.
Kanaani has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Sershurrapal wants to improve his position but Kanaani is controlling well.
Kanaani wants to lay and pray for a moment but Sershurrapal keeps working.
Sershurrapal has hold of Kanaani's hands but Kanaani slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Sershurrapal gets full guard.#SUB2#
Kanaani is sitting in close to Sershurrapal's body. Sershurrapal has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Kanaani is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Kanaani is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Sershurrapal.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Ibasour Sershurrapal!
An out of breath Ibasour Sershurrapal thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
BFC 16: Rodrigues Vs. Lane
Date: Jul 31, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#CL2#
Kanaani moves into the clinch.
Kanaani tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Wang's elbow.
Kanaani lands a shot to the body.
Kanaani tries to work over Wang's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A short right from Kanaani.
Kanaani pushes Wang back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Kanaani lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Wang blocks a body shot from Kanaani.
Wang is looking to break free of the clinch but Kanaani has double underhooks.
Kanaani goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kanaani tries to throw a body punch but Wang avoids it by throwing Kanaani back against the cage.
A short right from Kanaani. #BC2#
Kanaani's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kanaani looks to score with a jab to the body but Wang is just out of range.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
A telegraphed right hand from Wang misses the target.
Kanaani darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Wang blocks a jab.
Kanaani jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kanaani keeps the fight on the outside.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Wang throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#T1#
Kanaani misses with a wild body shot.
Wang throws a right hand that Kanaani ducks under and follows up with a left that Kanaani also avoids with ease.
Kanaani is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Kanaani moves away from the strike by Wang.
Phil Wang is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Wang uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kanaani.
Wang attempts a counter takedown but Kanaani avoids it well and moves away.
Wang misses with a double jab.
Kanaani lands a jab.
Kanaani misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Wang.
Kanaani avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Wang is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Kanaani.
Kanaani lands a jab-cross combination.
Kanaani avoids the body shot from Wang.
Wang stalks Kanaani and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Kanaani's face. Kanaani staggers backwards, shaken.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Wang takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Wang ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kanaani moves away.
Wang throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kanaani misses with a looping left.
Kanaani misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
It looked like Wang was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Kanaani throws a hook but Wang blocks it.
It looked like Wang was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Kanaani.#T2#
Jab, jab by Kanaani - just one landing.
Wang misses with a right hand
and Kanaani counters with a stiff right hand.
Wang misses with a wild combination.
Kanaani misses with a straight left.
Wang throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Kanaani lands with a nice body punch.
Wang fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kanaani manages to avoid it.
Wang slips a straight right by Kanaani.
Wang takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Wang is looking to wear down Kanaani with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Kanaani thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kanaani dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Kanaani throws a big shot that misses.
Wang looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Kanaani throws a right and a left that Wang avoids nicely.
Wang misses with a jab, cross combination.
Kanaani looks to land a right hand but Wang moved out of range.
Wang was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Kanaani misses with an uppercut. #T3#
Wang misses with a two punch combination.
Wang throws a right hand that misses
and Kanaani counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Wang doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
The fighters circling - Kanaani throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Wang appears to be looking for a big counter.
Kanaani throws a right hand that Wang ducks under and follows up with a left that Wang also avoids with ease.
Kanaani lands the left hand.
Wang misses the jab.
Kanaani keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kanaani throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Wang stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Kanaani ducks under a wild hook from Wang.
Wang blocks a jab.
Wang takes a swing at Kanaani's ribcage but misses.
Kanaani swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Kanaani is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Wang.
Wang is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Some wild striking there from Wang.
A slow jab from Wang misses its intended target.
Kanaani misses the shot to the body.
Wang was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Kanaani throws a hook but Wang blocks it.#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!
Wang dodges the punch combination from Kanaani.
Wang changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Jab from Kanaani.
Wang misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kanaani.
Wang moves away from the strike by Kanaani.
Kanaani misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Wang.
Kanaani showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Wang.
Kanaani misses with a hook.
Kanaani gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Kanaani throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kanaani dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kanaani loads up on a big right hand but Wang slips the punch.
Good exchange - Kanaani coming out on top.
A shot to the liver by Wang. Beautiful body shot.
Kanaani tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Wang was well out of range. Poor timing from Kanaani.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mehdi Kanaani dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Wang throws a hook but Kanaani avoids it easily.
Wang throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Wang jabs at Kanaani's body.
Kanaani connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Wang's hands.
Wang fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kanaani manages to avoid it.
Kanaani loads up on a big right hand but Wang slips the punch.
Wang misses with a wild combination.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Wang!
Wang misses with a double jab.
Kanaani swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Wang.
Kanaani lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Wang throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Kanaani!
Wang misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kanaani.
Wang throws an overhand right that lands on Kanaani's shoulder, as Kanaani tries to avoid the shot.
Wang slips under a jab.
Kanaani has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T1#
Kanaani just misses with a punch to the body.
Wang tries to counter with a takedown but Kanaani is quick to defend against it.
Kanaani ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Wang moves away.
Kanaani is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Wang.
Kanaani swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Wang throws a right and a left that Kanaani avoids nicely.
Kanaani throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Wang is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Wang walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Kanaani swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Wang misses with a looping left.
Wang throws a left and a right that both miss
and Kanaani counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kanaani throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Wang throws a combination that misses
and Kanaani counters with a stiff right hand.
Kanaani lands a nice shot to the body.
Mehdi Kanaani seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kanaani misses the shot to the body.
Kanaani scores with a shot to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Wang throws a hook but Kanaani blocks it.
Phil Wang is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T2#
Kanaani works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Danga de danga de dang - Wang scores with a four punch combination!
Kanaani missing with a left hand there. Wang was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kanaani scores with a nice strike.
Kanaani takes a swing at Wang's ribcage but misses.
A lazy left from Kanaani finds it's target.
Kanaani dodges the punch combination from Wang.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kanaani! But no joy.
Kanaani misses with an uppercut. Wang saw that one coming.
Wang misses with a body shot
and Kanaani counters with a stiff right hand.
Kanaani swats away the attempt to clinch by Wang.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Kanaani, as that shot connected.
Wang misses with a jab, cross combination.
Wang tries to clinch but Kanaani moves away
and Kanaani counters with a straight right hand.
Wang takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#T3#
Wang takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Kanaani connects with a single shot there.
Wang throws a right and a left that both miss.
Wang's jab looks to have found its range, popping Kanaani under the eye.
Wang misses with a combination
#TD2#
and Kanaani counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Nice strikes from Kanaani there.
Kanaani thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Wang's head.
Kanaani trying to control from half guard but Wang is working away.
Wang has hold of Kanaani's hands but Kanaani slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Ground and pound from Kanaani.
Kanaani lands strikes from half guard.#ROC2#Wang is rocked!
Kanaani working Wang over with strikes.
Oh Wang is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Kanaani working his ground and pound in the gym. So far it seems to be working well.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kanaani lands a big elbow from half guard. That looks like it's hurt Wang quite badly. Wang pulls Kanaani in close trying to recover. Kanaani postures up and lands two really hard shots that put Wang on queer street! The ref takes a look and decides to call an end to the fight! Possibly an early stoppage but Wang doesn't seem to be complaining too much.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mehdi Kanaani! |
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Event:
FFS 19: Micanopy
Date: Jul 11, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Kanaani throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Custo stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Kanaani 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.
Custo changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Kanaani tries to avoid it but Custo manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Kanaani to the ground. Kanaani escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Kanaani lands a really nice looking cross but Custo seems unphased.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Custo is defended easily by Kanaani.
Decent striking displayed by Kanaani there.
Custo walks into a stiff left hand from Kanaani.
Jab by Kanaani.
Custo shoots in looking for a takedown. Kanaani tries to sprawl out of it but Custo keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the ropes. Kanaani manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jean Jacque Custo. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Custo shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Kanaani sprawls well. Kanaani wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Custo gets slowly back to his feet.
Kanaani displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Custo.
It seemed like Kanaani was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Kanaani scores with a hook.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Kanaani pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Custo shoots in for a takedown but Kanaani shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Kanaani lands a body shot.
#T1#
Custo fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Kanaani jabs Custo to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Kanaani lands a nice hook to Custo's body. Custo takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Kanaani rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Custo moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Custo seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Kanaani thuds a left hand into Custo's body.
Kanaani clobbers Custo with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Custo shoots for a double leg takedown but Kanaani sprawls well. He's pushed Custo's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Custo takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Kanaani scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Custo slips a jab and a cross from Kanaani.
Nice jab there from Kanaani.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Custo gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Kanaani.
Kanaani stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Kanaani wants it to stay on the feet.
Custo shoots in for a double leg but Kanaani sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Kanaani lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Kanaani.
Kanaani throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Custo on the side of the head.
Kanaani looks to land a right hand but Custo moved out of range.
Kanaani scores with a body shot.
Custo has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Kanaani finds it's way round the side to connect with Custo's head.
Kanaani lands a jab to the nose.
Kanaani thuds his right hand into Custo's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#T2#
Kanaani lands with a nice body punch.
Custo fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Mehdi Kanaani is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Custo will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Custo fails with the takedown
and Kanaani counters with a right hand to the body. #TD#
Custo shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Kanaani's guard.
Custo controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Kanaani is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Custo is controlling him.
Custo working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Custo wants to pass the guard but Kanaani is keeping the position.
Custo looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
And that's the end of the fight!
Mehdi Kanaani comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Kanaani has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1 round of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 9:10
Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight 8:10
Judge John Roberts scores the fight 8:10
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mehdi Kanaani! |
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Event:
FFS 9: Avon Park
Date: Jun 06, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Kanaani connects with the punch.
Kanaani throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Jamay stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Kanaani changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Kanaani connects with a body shot that sends Jamay's belly button to the back.
Kanaani looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Jamay throws an overhand right that lands on Kanaani's shoulder, as Kanaani tries to avoid the shot.
Kanaani lands with a nice body punch.
Kanaani displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Jamay.
Jamay fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Kanaani now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Jamay is trying hard to land a takedown here. Kanaani sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Jamay throws an off balance right hand
and Kanaani counters with a straight right hand.
Some wild striking there from Jamay.
Kanaani cracks Jamay with a good jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jamay pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Jamay takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Kanaani listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Jamay fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Kanaani avoids it really well and circles away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kofi Jamay. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kanaani connects with a right hand. Jamay shakes it off.#T1#
Jamay swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Kanaani looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Donk. Kanaani catches Jamay right on the button with a cross.
Nice shot lands for Kanaani.
Kanaani lands with a shot to the body.
Nice uppercut there from Kanaani.
Kanaani cracks Jamay with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the ropes.
Jamay looks to land a combination but Kanaani avoids it well.
Jamay takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Nice shot lands for Kanaani.
Jamay has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Kanaani finds it's way round the side to connect with Jamay's head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jamay misses with a lunging right hand
enabling Kanaani to counter with a crisp jab.
Jamay tries to land a leg kick but Kanaani saw it coming and moves away.
Jamay fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Kanaani lands with a nice body punch.
Jamay moves to clinch but Kanaani breaks away
and Kanaani cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Jamay fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Jamay tries to move into range but Kanaani moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#T2#
Kanaani slips a jab and a cross from Jamay.
Kanaani throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Jamay on the side of the head.
Nice body punch from Kanaani.
Jamay swings widly with a right hand
and Kanaani counters with a nice uppercut.
Kanaani pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Jamay back to the ropes. Kanaani follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jamay. Kanaani does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kanaani lands with a cross.
Kanaani lands a slapping body shot.
Jamay shoots in for a double leg but Kanaani sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Jamay looks to land a combination but Kanaani avoids it well.
Kanaani with a hook.
Kanaani scores with a punch to the head.
Jamay walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Jamay shoots for a takedown but Kanaani saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Kanaani keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Jamay.
Jamay is pinned up against the ropes taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Kanaani lands a jab to the nose.
Jamay misses with a right hand
and Kanaani counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Jamay throws a series of punches but Kanaani avoids them all with ease.
Kanaani bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Kanaani connects with a right hand. Jamay shakes it off.
And that's the end of the fight!
Mehdi Kanaani comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Kanaani has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1 round of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 9:10
Judge Columbo Gatti scores the fight 9:10
Judge Joseph Jones scores the fight 9:10
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mehdi Kanaani! |
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Event:
FFS 3: Ocala
Date: May 08, 2020 |
#R1#
Okafor lands a jab to the nose.
Kanaani is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Okafor.
Kanaani looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Kanaani swings for the body but Okafor moves out of range.
#CL2#
Kanaani gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Kanaani can't break the clinch.
Kanaani can't find room to land a body shot as Okafor controls the action.
A short body shot lands from Kanaani as the two fighters clinch.
#BC#
Okafor pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
A good leg kick by Okafor.
Okafor lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Kanaani throws a shot from downtown. Okafor moves away and avoids it.
Kanaani fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Okafor manages to avoid it.
Okafor throws a leg kick which misses Kanaani's front leg but catches the back leg as Kanaani tries to avoid it.
A jab from Kanaani misses.
Kanaani lands with a right hand.
A left and a right from Okafor both land. Nice combination.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nice straight punches there by Okafor. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Okafor.
Kanaani lunges at Okafor with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Okafor's hand.
Okafor uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kanaani.
Okafor jabs Kanaani right on the nose. Kanaani blinks but takes it well.
Okafor lands a really nice looking cross but Kanaani seems unphased.
#T1#
The crowd cheers as Okafor lands an impressive looking overhand right. Kanaani doesn't seem phased though.
Kanaani punishes Okafor's body with a nice straight punch.
Kanaani ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Okafor moves away.
Kanaani throws a lazy right hand but Okafor sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kanaani takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Okafor fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kanaani manages to avoid it.
Okafor throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Okafor with a nice cross.
Sunshine Okafor seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kanaani misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Okafor bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Kanaani's head backwards.
Kanaani ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Okafor moves away.
Okafor misses with a lunging right hand
and Kanaani counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Okafor ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kanaani moves away.
Okafor scores with a hook.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Okafor thuds a left hand into Kanaani's body.
Kanaani ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Okafor moves away.
Okafor scores with a jab to the jaw.
Kanaani throws a hook but Okafor blocks it.
Okafor defending well as Kanaani loads up on a big left hand.
Okafor misses with a looping left.
Kanaani looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T2#
Kanaani bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Okafor, right into the meat.
#TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Okafor enables Kanaani to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Okafor manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Kanaani trying to control the position from guard on top but Okafor is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kanaani must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Kanaani stopping the sweep attempt from Okafor.
Kanaani wants to control from the top but Okafor keeps moving.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Okafor manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Kanaani manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Kanaani wants to stand but Okafor is controlling the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Sunshine Okafor showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Okafor has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1 round of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight 10:9
Judge Dean Styles scores the fight 10:9
Judge Jorge Garcia scores the fight 10:9
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sunshine Okafor!
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