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Event:
C362: Duran vs Saitoh
Date: Nov 17, 2024 |
#R1#
A telegraphed right hand from Bloodaxe misses the target.
Bloodaxe looks to throw the jab but Blaydes is out of range. #TD2#
Blaydes fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Bloodaxe sprawls well initially but Blaydes persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Bloodaxe taking some punishment here, with Blaydes in his half guard. #SUB#
Bloodaxe looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bloodaxe is in trouble now - Blaydes has advanced to mount!
Bloodaxe wants to control but Blaydes is having none of it.
Bloodaxe can't escape the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Blaydes looking to control and managing it successfully.
Blaydes has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Blaydes raining down hammerfists from mount.
Blaydes with a couple of short strikes.
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.
Blaydes looking to control but Bloodaxe is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Blaydes raining down hammerfists from mount.
Bloodaxe 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.#T1#
Bloodaxe working to try and regain half guard.
Blaydes scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Bloodaxe?
Bloodaxe regains half guard.
Blaydes is thwarting Bloodaxe's attempts to control the position.
Blaydes lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Blaydes prevents Bloodaxe from improving his position.
Blaydes is thwarting Bloodaxe's attempts to control the position.
Bloodaxe is looking to improve his position.
#T2#
Ground and pound from Blaydes.
Blaydes perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Nice strikes from Blaydes there.
Blaydes is keen to just control but Bloodaxe is a slippery customer.
Nice strikes from Blaydes there.
Ground and pound from Blaydes. #SUB#
Bloodaxe looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Blaydes looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Blaydes slips a nice elbow through Bloodaxe's hands, connecting with Bloodaxe's forehead.
Bloodaxe taking some punishment here, with Blaydes in his half guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Blaydes trying to control from half guard but Bloodaxe is working away.
Blaydes looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Bloodaxe with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #T3#
Blaydes is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Bloodaxe wants to get back to full guard.
Blaydes seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Bloodaxe is trying to get back to full guard.
Blaydes is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Blaydes lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Blaydes drops an elbow to the side of Bloodaxe's head.
Blaydes scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Nice strikes from Blaydes there.
Blaydes takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Blaydes 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.
Bloodaxe is refusing to be controlled, as Blaydes sits in half guard. #T4#
Blaydes working the head and body with strikes.
Blaydes lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Blaydes working over Bloodaxe with some ground and pound. Bloodaxe looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bloodaxe is looking to control Blaydes's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Bloodaxe avoid being mounted?
Blaydes slips a nice elbow through Bloodaxe's hands, connecting with Bloodaxe's forehead.
Bloodaxe trying to hold on to Blaydes's head to control him but Blaydes postures up.
Bloodaxe is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Blaydes scores with a couple of nice shots.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Blaydes connects with a nice short shot to Bloodaxe's temple.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Blaydes connects with a nice short shot to Bloodaxe's temple.
Blaydes is nestled in close to Bloodaxe, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Blaydes slips a nice elbow through Bloodaxe's hands, connecting with Bloodaxe's forehead.
Blaydes working Bloodaxe over with strikes.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Blaydes connects with a nice short shot to Bloodaxe's temple.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Oscar Blaydes dominated that 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.#R2#
Nice straight punches there by Blaydes. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Blaydes.
Bloodaxe swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Blaydes looks to score with a jab to the body but Bloodaxe is just out of range.
Bloodaxe shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Bloodaxe tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Bloodaxe scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Blaydes with a lazy takedown attempt
letting Bloodaxe counter with a right hand.
Blaydes misses the jab.
A little feinted left hand from Bloodaxe on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Blaydes scores with a nice strike.
Bloodaxe getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Bloodaxe misses with a low kick.
Bloodaxe misses with an uppercut.
Blaydes throws a big shot that misses.
Bloodaxe is looking to score with low kicks.
A countering left hand to the body from Blaydes misses.
Bloodaxe throws an off balance right hand
and Blaydes counters with a slapping leg kick.
Bloodaxe avoids the body shot from Blaydes.
#T1#
Bloodaxe takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Blaydes ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Blaydes dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Bloodaxe. That did some damage!
Bloodaxe checks a low kick from Blaydes.#CL2#
Blaydes closes the distance and pushes Bloodaxe back into the cage.
Bloodaxe tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Bloodaxe tries to pull guard but Blaydes forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Bloodaxe tries to pull guard but Blaydes won't allow it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gunnar Bloodaxe. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A left hand lands to the body for Blaydes.
Blaydes works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Blaydes works on Bloodaxe's body with a couple of short punches.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Blaydes tries to work over Bloodaxe's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Blaydes lands a shoulder strike.
Bloodaxe is looking to break free of the clinch but Blaydes has double underhooks.
Bloodaxe throws a punch but it's blocked by Blaydes.
Blaydes lands a body shot.
Blaydes working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Blaydes tries a body shot but Bloodaxe blocks it.
Blaydes lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Bloodaxe or not.
Bloodaxe misses with a short punch on the inside.
Blaydes has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T2#
Blaydes tries a body shot but Bloodaxe blocks it.
Bloodaxe tries to work over Blaydes's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Blaydes lands an uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#BC#
Bloodaxe breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Blaydes tests Bloodaxe's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Blaydes misses with a hook.
Blaydes scores with a leg kick.
#CL2#
Blaydes has closed the distance and engaged Bloodaxe in a clinch.
A short right from Blaydes on the inside.
Blaydes lands a hook that snaps the head of Bloodaxe backwards.
Blaydes is leaning against Bloodaxe and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Blaydes pushes Bloodaxe back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Bloodaxe's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A short right from Blaydes on the inside.
Bloodaxe tries to break the clinch but Blaydes is controlling the position.
Blaydes lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Still in the clinch, Blaydes scores with a nice short uppercut.
A nice right hand lands inside from Blaydes. #ROC2#Bloodaxe is rocked!
Blaydes misses with a hook from the clinch. #T3#
Blaydes pushes Bloodaxe back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. #TD2#
Blaydes has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Bloodaxe is trying to keep an underhook but Blaydes manages to get the takedown into half guard.
Bloodaxe taking some punishment here, with Blaydes in his half guard.
Blaydes moves into full mount! Bloodaxe won't be happy about that!
Bloodaxe is looking to improve his position but Blaydes isn't that keen on the idea.
Blaydes landing shots from mount.
Blaydes scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Bloodaxe?
Bloodaxe is looking to get to half guard.
Blaydes landing strikes, looking to finish!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Blaydes with the ground and pound from mount.
Oscar Blaydes has got the better of the ground game so far.
Blaydes is stalling here but it's allowed Bloodaxe to get half guard.
Bloodaxe is trying to get back to full guard.#T4#
Blaydes is nestled in close to Bloodaxe, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Bloodaxe taking some punishment here, with Blaydes in his half guard.
Bloodaxe has hold of Blaydes's hands but Blaydes slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Nice strikes from Blaydes there.
Oh Bloodaxe is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Blaydes takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Blaydes drops an elbow to the side of Bloodaxe's head.
Blaydes lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. #SUB#
Bloodaxe actively working from the bottom here.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bloodaxe is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Blaydes scores with a couple of nice shots.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Oscar Blaydes 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#
Bloodaxe lands a head shot.
Bloodaxe seems to have got his legs back now.
Blaydes swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
A shot to the body from Bloodaxe misses
and Blaydes counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A punch lands to the side of Bloodaxe 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Blaydes ducks under a wild hook from Bloodaxe.
Blaydes thuds a left hand into Bloodaxe's body.
Bloodaxe misses with a low kick. #TD2#
Blaydes shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Bloodaxe manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Bloodaxe can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Blaydes controls the pace.
Blaydes working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Bloodaxe's head.
Blaydes is in close to Bloodaxe's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Blaydes is in close to Bloodaxe's body, working some short punches and elbows.
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!
Blaydes stopping the sweep attempt from Bloodaxe.#T1#
Blaydes chips away with some ground and pound.
Blaydes working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Bloodaxe's head.
Blaydes wants to control from the top but Bloodaxe keeps moving.
Blaydes chips away with some ground and pound.
Blaydes postures up and lands a big shot to Bloodaxe's brow.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Blaydes's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Blaydes advances position into side control!
Bloodaxe tries to bench press Blaydes off him but Blaydes keeps the position.
Bloodaxe is working to avoid the ground and pound but Blaydes connects with a decent elbow.
Bloodaxe tries to improve position but can't.
Blaydes lands a nice forearm strike. #ROC2#Bloodaxe is rocked!
Blaydes cracks Bloodaxe with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Oh Bloodaxe is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Bloodaxe tries to bench press Blaydes off him but Blaydes keeps the position.
Bloodaxe seems to have got his legs back now.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T2#
Blaydes creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Bloodaxe is working to avoid the ground and pound but Blaydes connects with a decent elbow.
Blaydes landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Blaydes scores with a big shot from side control... and another... and another! Oh Bloodaxe is done here - save him referee! More strikes land and eventually the ref does step in and Blaydes can finally stop beating on his defenseless opponent!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:36 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Oscar Blaydes!
A relieved looking Oscar Blaydes 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:
C354: Erdogan vs Chai
Date: Oct 27, 2024 |
#R1#
Bloodaxe lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Bloodaxe lands with a shot to the body.
O Brien moves out of range as Bloodaxe strikes.
A head kick by O Brien misses
and Bloodaxe makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Bloodaxe swings for the body but O Brien moves out of range.
O Brien drops his hands momentarily and Bloodaxe takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
O Brien takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Bloodaxe moves out of range of the body kick from O Brien.
Nice defenses there by O Brien.
O Brien looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Nice uppercut lands for Bloodaxe. That snapped O Brien's head back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
O Brien staying out of range there.
A jab lands there for Bloodaxe.
Gunnar Bloodaxe seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bloodaxe's jab looks to have found its range, popping O Brien under the eye.
Bloodaxe 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.
Jab from Bloodaxe.#T1#
Bloodaxe swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A little jabbing left from O Brien on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Bloodaxe throws a body punch but O Brien moves out of range.
Bloodaxe connects with a right hand. O Brien shakes it off.
O Brien throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Bloodaxe counters with a straight right hand.
O Brien tries to land a leg kick but Bloodaxe saw it coming and moves away.
Bloodaxe tried to counter with a leg kick but O Brien avoided it.
O Brien takes a shot to the body in his stride.
O Brien misses with a low kick.
O Brien fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Bloodaxe on the side of the head.
Bloodaxe cracks O Brien with an open hand slap.
O Brien throws a jab when Bloodaxe was well out of range.
Bloodaxe ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bloodaxe with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Bloodaxe throws a leg kick but O Brien moved away.
Bloodaxe is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.#T2#
O Brien throws a lazy uppercut
enabling Bloodaxe to counter with a crisp jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bloodaxe lands a leg kick that knocks O Brien off balance momentarily.
O Brien blocks a jab.
O Brien misses with a body shot
and Bloodaxe cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
O Brien listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.#CUT2#It looks like Gunnar Bloodaxe has been cut.
O Brien blocks a low kick nicely.
O Brien lands a nice looking body kick.
O Brien defending well as Bloodaxe loads up on a big left hand.
Bloodaxe cracks a nice hook into O Brien's ribs.
O Brien throws the kick towards the body but Bloodaxe avoids it.
O Brien is looking to score with low kicks.
Bloodaxe scores with a punch to the head.#T3#
Bloodaxe misses with a straight right.
Bloodaxe digs a good body shot into O Brien's ribs.
O Brien has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bloodaxe tests O Brien's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Bloodaxe tries a low kick but O Brien avoids it.
O Brien pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Bloodaxe looks to score with a jab to the body but O Brien is just out of range.
O Brien displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bloodaxe throws out the jab.
A countering left hand to the body from O Brien misses.
Bloodaxe thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on O Brien if he has to take too many more of those.
Bloodaxe misses with a body punch
and O Brien makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
O Brien throws a predictable looking body shot
and Bloodaxe counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T4#
Bloodaxe throws an overhand right that lands on O Brien's shoulder, as O Brien tries to avoid the shot.
The crowd cheers as Bloodaxe lands an impressive looking overhand right. O Brien doesn't seem phased though.
Bloodaxe ducks down and throws a hook to the body but O Brien moves away.
Bloodaxe fakes high and swings low for a body shot but O Brien manages to avoid it.
O Brien chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Bloodaxe can pounce on 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!
O Brien throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Bloodaxe connects with a leg kick.
Bloodaxe blocks a jab.
Bloodaxe moves out of range as O Brien strikes.
O Brien misses with a body kick.
Bloodaxe swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Bloodaxe slips a jab from O Brien.
Bloodaxe rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and O Brien counters with an inside leg kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Gunnar Bloodaxe dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Gunnar Bloodaxe's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Bloodaxe lunges at O Brien with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by O Brien's hand.
Bloodaxe lands with a shot to the body.
Bloodaxe throws a lazy right hand but O Brien sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A nice leg kick lands there from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe looks to land a right hand but O Brien moved out of range.
O Brien looks to land a left hand but Bloodaxe moved out of range nicely.
A head kick misses from O Brien.
O Brien looks to land a left hand but Bloodaxe moved out of range nicely.
A bone on bone clash there as O Brien blocks the leg kick.
O Brien looks like he wants to counter punch here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
O Brien takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Bloodaxe lands a lovely overhand right.
O Brien on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Bloodaxe. Bloodaxe obviously looking to wear him down.
Bloodaxe thumps O Brien with a low kick.#T1#
Bloodaxe connects with the punch.
Bloodaxe misses with an uppercut.
Bloodaxe lands with an uppercut that bounces O Brien off the cage and back into range.
Bloodaxe is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that O Brien can do to turn this around?
O Brien throws a body kick that misses.
Bloodaxe tried to counter with a leg kick but O Brien avoided it.
O Brien's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Bloodaxe lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
O Brien throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Bloodaxe counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Gunnar Bloodaxe is winning the standup battle so far.
A low kick lands for Bloodaxe.
O Brien slips a jab from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe throws a low kick, looking for O Brien's leg but O Brien calmly moves out of range.
O Brien throws out a counter right but Bloodaxe avoids it with no problem.
O Brien throws a right hand that misses
and Bloodaxe counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps O Brien thinking.
Good standup being displayed there by O Brien as he connects with a hook.
Bloodaxe avoids a low kick by using good footwork.#T2#
Bloodaxe scores with a body shot.
Bloodaxe throws out a powerful jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bloodaxe swings for the body but O Brien moves out of range.
Bloodaxe throws a solid leg kick but O Brien takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Bloodaxe.
O Brien takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
O Brien looks for the body kick but Bloodaxe saw that one coming.
O Brien throws a body shot but no joy.
O Brien gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Bloodaxe counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
O Brien takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Bloodaxe on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by O Brien. O Brien obviously looking to wear him down.
#KD2#
O Brien lands a big head kick that sends Bloodaxe tumbling to the mat! O Brien takes a step backwards and waves Bloodaxe back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC2#Bloodaxe is rocked!#T3#
Bloodaxe throws a leg kick but O Brien checks it.
O Brien shapes to counter with a head kick.
O Brien throws a wild body kick that Bloodaxe sees coming a mile off.
Bloodaxe scoring well with a low kick there.
Bloodaxe misses with a telegraphed body shot
and O Brien makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
O Brien chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Bloodaxe can pounce on him.
O Brien 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.
Bloodaxe looks to score with a jab to the body but O Brien is just out of range.
Bloodaxe bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps O Brien's head backwards.
O Brien misses with an uppercut.
Good standup being displayed there by Bloodaxe as he connects with a hook.
Bloodaxe connects with a leg kick.
O Brien connects with a looping right hand.
#T4#
Bloodaxe is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
O Brien throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Bloodaxe misses with a right hand
and O Brien counters with a left to the body.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Bloodaxe throws a chopping leg kick but O Brien manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
O Brien lands with a right hand.
O Brien scores with a kick to the midsection.
O Brien goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
O Brien misses with a wild body shot.
O Brien scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
O Brien cracks Bloodaxe with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
O Brien looks to land a right hand but Bloodaxe moved out of range.
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 Gunnar Bloodaxe will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Gunnar Bloodaxe's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Bloodaxe attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
A clash of legs there as O Brien blocks the low kick.
O Brien ducks under a wild hook from Bloodaxe.
O Brien slips a straight right by Bloodaxe.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but O Brien might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Bloodaxe has got the better of the exchanges.
Bloodaxe feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits O Briens jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Bloodaxe jabs at O Brien's body.
O Brien keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe throws a lazy uppercut
letting O Brien counter with a right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
O Brien throws a looping overhand right but Bloodaxe ducks down to avoid it.
Bloodaxe on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by O Brien. O Brien obviously looking to wear him down.
O Brien tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Bloodaxe fakes high and swings low for a body shot but O Brien manages to avoid it.#T1#
Bloodaxe is looking to chop away at O Brien's legs.
Bloodaxe turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
A jab from Bloodaxe does it's job there.
O Brien throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
O Brien gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Bloodaxe.
A nice inside leg kick there by Bloodaxe. That's going to slow O Brien down.
A decent looking cross lands there for Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Bloodaxe moves out of range of the body kick.
A bone on bone clash there as Bloodaxe blocks the leg kick.
O Brien checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Miles O Brien has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
A looping hook to the body misses from O Brien. Bloodaxe does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bloodaxe jabs O Brien to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Bloodaxe throws a good cross that connects.
A head kick by O Brien misses
and Bloodaxe counters with a right hand to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bloodaxe thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bloodaxe checks a leg kick.
O Brien finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
O Brien slips a jab from Bloodaxe.
A big right from Bloodaxe misses.
Bloodaxe buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Bloodaxe misses with a wild body shot.
Bloodaxe lands with a cross. #T3#
Bloodaxe misses the shot to the body.
O Brien tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Bloodaxe was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
O Brien has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Bloodaxe lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
O Brien is looking to slow Bloodaxe down with leg kicks.
Bloodaxe swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by O Brien.
Bloodaxe tried to score with a low kick but O Brien checks it.
A low kick from Bloodaxe misses
and O Brien counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
O Brien tries a head kick but it misses.
Bloodaxe throws a shot to the body.
Bloodaxe avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
O Brien with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Bloodaxe to score with a decent uppercut.#T4#
Bloodaxe scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Bloodaxe throws a leg kick but O Brien sees it coming and moves out of range.
Bloodaxe takes a swing at O Brien's ribcage but misses.
O Brien throws a body punch but Bloodaxe moves out of range.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bloodaxe connects with a good right hand that stumbles O Brien. O Brien circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
O Brien throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Bloodaxe swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Bloodaxe misses with a looping left.
Bloodaxe loads up on a big right hand but O Brien slips the punch.
O Brien unleashes a big counter combination but Bloodaxe bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Bloodaxe dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on O Brien. That did some damage!
O Brien throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
O Brien ducks under a wild hook from Bloodaxe.
And that's the end of the fight!
Gunnar Bloodaxe showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Bloodaxe 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 Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gunnar Bloodaxe!
An out of breath Gunnar Bloodaxe 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:
C347: Khabib vs Bloodaxe III
Date: Oct 06, 2024 |
#R1#
Nurmagomedov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bloodaxe.
Nurmagomedov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bloodaxe manages to avoid it.
Bloodaxe misses the jab.
Nurmagomedov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nurmagomedov keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Bloodaxe loads up on a big right hand but Nurmagomedov slips the punch.
Bloodaxe with a nice calf kick.
Bloodaxe scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.#CL#
Nurmagomedov has Bloodaxe up against the cage in a clinch.
#TD2#
Bloodaxe jumps guard and drags Nurmagomedov to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. #SUB2#
Bloodaxe looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Bloodaxe is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Nurmagomedov'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.
Bloodaxe looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Bloodaxe working a defensive guard here.
#T1##SUB2#
Nurmagomedov got a little sloppy there for a moment and Bloodaxe has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Nurmagomedov has managed to get both his arms back between Bloodaxe's legs - danger averted.
Nurmagomedov makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Nurmagomedov with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Nurmagomedov landing some decent shots from guard.
Nurmagomedov throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Bloodaxe works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Nurmagomedov wants to pass the guard but Bloodaxe is keeping the position.
Nurmagomedov postures up and lands a big shot to Bloodaxe's brow.
Bloodaxe can't keep his opponent in guard - Nurmagomedov advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Nurmagomedov lands a nice short elbow.
Nurmagomedov 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.
Nurmagomedov prevents Bloodaxe from improving his position.#T2#
Nurmagomedov is thwarting Bloodaxe's attempts to control the position.
Bloodaxe keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Nurmagomedov lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Nurmagomedov lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Nurmagomedov is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Bloodaxe trying to control here.
Nurmagomedov trying to mount his opponent but Bloodaxe defends it.
Bloodaxe manages to get to full guard.
#T3#
Bloodaxe is trying to keep Nurmagomedov in close.
Nurmagomedov landing some decent shots from guard.
Nurmagomedov content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #SUB2#
Bloodaxe is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Nurmagomedov lands a couple of elbows.
Nurmagomedov wants to control from the top but Bloodaxe keeps moving.
Nurmagomedov landing with the ground and pound.
Nurmagomedov wants to pass the guard but Bloodaxe is keeping the position.#T4#
Nurmagomedov wants to control from the top but Bloodaxe keeps moving.
Bloodaxe is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Bloodaxe looking to hit a scissor sweep but Nurmagomedov is one step ahead there.
Nurmagomedov working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Nurmagomedov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Bloodaxe is keeping the position for now.
Nurmagomedov working some strikes from top position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Khabib Nurmagomedov dominated that round.
That's time! Nurmagomedov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Nurmagomedov throws a jab when Bloodaxe was well out of range.
Nurmagomedov looks to land a right hand but Bloodaxe moved out of range.
The fighters circle momentarily. Nurmagomedov darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Bloodaxe ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Nurmagomedov moves away.
A left lands for Nurmagomedov.
Bloodaxe uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Nurmagomedov.
Nurmagomedov stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Bloodaxe uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Nurmagomedov has time to react.
Nurmagomedov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Nurmagomedov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bloodaxe dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Nurmagomedov. That did some damage!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloodaxe throws a leg kick which misses Nurmagomedov's front leg but catches the back leg as Nurmagomedov tries to avoid it.
A thudding body kick lands there by Bloodaxe!
Bloodaxe misses with an uppercut.
Nurmagomedov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nurmagomedov keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Bloodaxe throws a jab when Nurmagomedov was well out of range.
Nurmagomedov was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#T1##TD#
Nurmagomedov scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. #SUB#
Nurmagomedov is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Nurmagomedov working Bloodaxe over with strikes.
Nurmagomedov looks to score some points with some ground and pound.#SUB2#
Bloodaxe looking for submissions off his back.
Nurmagomedov landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #SUB2#
Bloodaxe is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Nurmagomedov pulls his head out easily.
Nurmagomedov 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.
Bloodaxe on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. #SUB#
Nurmagomedov is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#T2#
Bloodaxe tries to get to full guard but Nurmagomedov has control of the leg.
Nurmagomedov working the head and body with strikes.
Khabib Nurmagomedov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nurmagomedov wants to take a breather but Bloodaxe is having none of it.
Bloodaxe is pressing down on Nurmagomedov's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Nurmagomedov advances to half guard.
Nurmagomedov working the head and body with strikes.
Nurmagomedov is trying to control. Bloodaxe wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Nurmagomedov scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Nurmagomedov is nestled in close to Bloodaxe, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Nurmagomedov drops an elbow to the side of Bloodaxe's head.
Bloodaxe is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Bloodaxe is trying to control but can't.
#T3#
Nurmagomedov drops an elbow to the side of Bloodaxe's head.
Nurmagomedov prevents Bloodaxe from improving his position.
Nurmagomedov 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.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Nurmagomedov connects with a nice short shot to Bloodaxe's temple.
Nurmagomedov slips a nice elbow through Bloodaxe's hands, connecting with Bloodaxe's forehead.#SUB#
Bloodaxe is defending against the submission attempts here by Nurmagomedov.
Bloodaxe is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Nurmagomedov's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Nurmagomedov's back!
Nurmagomedov is trying to break free.
#SUB2#
Bloodaxe working for a choke but Nurmagomedov is defending well.
Bloodaxe doesn't have the hooks in and Nurmagomedov manages to turn into his guard.
#T4#
Nurmagomedov lands a couple of decent looking shots.#SUB2#
Bloodaxe looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB2#
Nurmagomedov got a little sloppy there for a moment and Bloodaxe has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Nurmagomedov has managed to get both his arms back between Bloodaxe's legs - danger averted.
Bloodaxe is breathing heavily.
Bloodaxe has momentary wrist control but Nurmagomedov slips an elbow through the middle.
Bloodaxe pulls Nurmagomedov in close to prevent any damage.
Nurmagomedov works over Bloodaxe with some ground and pound from guard.
Nurmagomedov scoring with punches to the head and body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Khabib Nurmagomedov dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R3#
Nurmagomedov cracks Bloodaxe with a right hand to the side of the head.
Khabib Nurmagomedov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bloodaxe throws a leg kick but Nurmagomedov sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Nurmagomedov connects with a good right hand that stumbles Bloodaxe. Bloodaxe circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Bloodaxe uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Nurmagomedov.
Nurmagomedov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bloodaxe feints a counter leg kick.
Bloodaxe scoring well with a low kick there.
#CL#
Nurmagomedov pushes Bloodaxe up against the cage in a clinch.#TD#
Nurmagomedov drags the fight down to the ground.
Bloodaxe works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB#
Nurmagomedov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Bloodaxe trying to control the pace.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nurmagomedov wants to improve his position but Bloodaxe is controlling well.
Bloodaxe moves nicely into side control. #T1#
Bloodaxe is looking to take a break and control but Nurmagomedov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Nurmagomedov is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Bloodaxe controlling from side mount. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Nurmagomedov is looking to reverse the position.
Nurmagomedov regains half guard.#SUB#
Nurmagomedov looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Nurmagomedov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Bloodaxe pulls his head out easily.
Nurmagomedov is trying to maintain the position but Bloodaxe is very close to passing his half guard.
Nurmagomedov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Nurmagomedov is trying to control but can't.
#T3##SUB#
Nurmagomedov actively working from the bottom here.
Nurmagomedov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Bloodaxe can do to turn this around?
Nurmagomedov is looking for a sweep. Bloodaxe is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Nurmagomedov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Bloodaxe pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Nurmagomedov looking for submissions off his back.
Nurmagomedov tries to roll over but Bloodaxe keeps him under control.
Bloodaxe content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Nurmagomedov regains full guard. Nicely done. #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.
Bloodaxe controls from within his opponent's guard.
Nurmagomedov keeping moving, preventing Bloodaxe from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Nurmagomedov working for a triangle but Bloodaxe defends it easily.
#SUB#
Nurmagomedov is looking to cinch up a triangle. Bloodaxe throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Nurmagomedov's body to avoid the submission. Nurmagomedov has instead reached around Bloodaxe's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Nurmagomedov arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:47 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Khabib Nurmagomedov!
Khabib Nurmagomedov retains his lightweight title!
Post fight, an emotional Khabib Nurmagomedov said 'I think Gunnar should retire.'. |
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Event:
C343: Bloodaxe vs Khabib II
Date: Sep 22, 2024 |
#R1#
Bloodaxe misses the shot to the body.
Nurmagomedov checks the leg kick.
Nurmagomedov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nurmagomedov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Bloodaxe has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Blacktalians MMA in the buildup to the fight.
A telegraphed right hand from Bloodaxe misses the target.
Nurmagomedov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Nurmagomedov moves out of range of the strikes.
Nurmagomedov avoids the body shot from Bloodaxe.
A nice leg kick from Bloodaxe, right into the meat of the thigh.
Nurmagomedov blocks a leg kick.
Nice defenses there by Nurmagomedov.
Nurmagomedov lands a slapping body shot.
Nurmagomedov takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Nurmagomedov looks to land a left hand but Bloodaxe moved out of range nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nurmagomedov throws a body shot but no joy.
Bloodaxe connects with the punch.
Nurmagomedov thows a left - swing and a miss!
A quick step to the side and Bloodaxe tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bloodaxe throws a hook but Nurmagomedov avoids it easily.
Nurmagomedov with the counter takedown but Bloodaxe avoids it easily.
Bloodaxe walks into a jab.
Bloodaxe fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Nurmagomedov manages to avoid it.#T1#
Bloodaxe drops his hands momentarily and Nurmagomedov takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
The fighters circle momentarily. Bloodaxe darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
A swing and a miss from Nurmagomedov.
Nurmagomedov connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Nurmagomedov throws a body punch but Bloodaxe moves out of range.
Nurmagomedov throws a hook but Bloodaxe blocks it.
Nurmagomedov's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Bloodaxe connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Nurmagomedov scrambles back to his feet.
Nurmagomedov dives in and grabs Bloodaxe's left leg, looking for a takedown. Bloodaxe pushes down on Nurmagomedov's head and hops out.
Bloodaxe gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Nurmagomedov scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
A low kick from Bloodaxe misses
and Nurmagomedov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Nurmagomedov lands a jab to the nose.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nurmagomedov lands with an uppercut that bounces Bloodaxe off the cage and back into range.
Bloodaxe throws a hook but Nurmagomedov blocks it.
Nurmagomedov defending well as Bloodaxe loads up on a big left hand.
Bloodaxe swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nurmagomedov let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Bloodaxe thows a left - swing and a miss! #T2#
Bloodaxe throws a right hand that misses
#TD2#
so Nurmagomedov counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Bloodaxe trying to control the position.
Bloodaxe controlling the position.
Nurmagomedov trying to control but Bloodaxe is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Bloodaxe is looking for a triangle but Nurmagomedov pushes his legs off easily.
Nurmagomedov is working Bloodaxe over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Nurmagomedov throws a big right hand that misses.
Nurmagomedov trying to control but Bloodaxe is working from the bottom.
Bloodaxe preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Nurmagomedov trying to control but Bloodaxe is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nurmagomedov wants to pass the guard but Bloodaxe is keeping the position.#T3#
Nurmagomedov content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Nurmagomedov lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Nurmagomedov is in close to Bloodaxe's body, working some short punches and elbows.#SUB#
Bloodaxe is looking for a triangle but Nurmagomedov pushes his legs off easily.
Nurmagomedov postures up and lands a big shot to Bloodaxe's brow. #SUB#
Bloodaxe throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Nurmagomedov passes Bloodaxe's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Bloodaxe trying to control but Nurmagomedov postures up.
Nurmagomedov lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. #T4#
Bloodaxe is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Nurmagomedov scores with a couple of nice shots.
Nurmagomedov working the head and body with strikes.
Bloodaxe gets back to full guard.
Nurmagomedov scoring with punches to the head and body.
Bloodaxe tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Nurmagomedov is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Bloodaxe working a defensive guard here.
Nurmagomedov working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Bloodaxe's head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nurmagomedov trying to control the position from guard on top but Bloodaxe is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Nurmagomedov wants to pass the guard but Bloodaxe is keeping the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Khabib Nurmagomedov dominated that 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.#R2#
Bloodaxe lands with a thumping leg kick.
Nurmagomedov defending well as Bloodaxe loads up on a big left hand.
A slow jab from Nurmagomedov misses its intended target.
Nurmagomedov misses the shot to the body.
Nurmagomedov misses with a looping left.
Nurmagomedov takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Nurmagomedov tries to clinch but Bloodaxe is having none of it.
Nurmagomedov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bloodaxe moves away.
Bloodaxe steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Nurmagomedov.
Nurmagomedov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Nurmagomedov getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Nurmagomedov throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Bloodaxe stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nurmagomedov throws a hook but Bloodaxe avoids it easily.
A big left from Nurmagomedov misses.
Nurmagomedov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bloodaxe moves away.
Bloodaxe looks to land a right hand but Nurmagomedov moved out of range.
Nice defenses there by Nurmagomedov.#T1#
Bloodaxe slips under a jab.
A slow jab from Nurmagomedov misses its intended target.
Gunnar Bloodaxe is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Nurmagomedov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe looks to land a left hand but Nurmagomedov moved out of range nicely.
Khabib Nurmagomedov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Nice shot lands for Bloodaxe.
Nurmagomedov misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
A swing and a miss from Bloodaxe.
Nice shot lands for Bloodaxe.
Nurmagomedov throws a head kick that misses.
A left lands for Nurmagomedov.
Nurmagomedov connects with a nice looking jab.
Bloodaxe with a nice calf kick.
Nurmagomedov misses with a straight right.
Nurmagomedov moves out of range as Bloodaxe throws a body kick.
Nurmagomedov stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Bloodaxe.
Nurmagomedov ducks under a wild hook from Bloodaxe.
Nurmagomedov throws out a counter right but Bloodaxe avoids it with no problem.
Bloodaxe misses with an uppercut. Nurmagomedov saw that one coming.#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bloodaxe misses the shot to the body.
Nurmagomedov lands with a straight right. Bloodaxe didn't see that one coming.
Bloodaxe jabs Nurmagomedov to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Nurmagomedov throws a head kick but Bloodaxe moves out of range.
Nurmagomedov wants to clinch up but Bloodaxe keeps it at a distance.
Bloodaxe looks to land a left hand but Nurmagomedov moved out of range nicely.
Nurmagomedov takes a swing at Bloodaxe's ribcage but misses.
Nurmagomedov looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Bloodaxe half committed to a counter leg kick.
Nurmagomedov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bloodaxe.
A jab from Nurmagomedov does it's job there.
Nurmagomedov works the jab nicely.
Bloodaxe misses the jab.
Nurmagomedov drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Bloodaxe defends it well.
Jab, jab by Bloodaxe - just one landing.
Bloodaxe misses with a hook to the body
and Nurmagomedov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Nurmagomedov throws a shot from downtown. Bloodaxe moves away and avoids it.#T3#
Bloodaxe uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Nurmagomedov.
Nurmagomedov moves out of range of the strikes.
Nurmagomedov looks to land a right hand but Bloodaxe moved out of range.
A big right from Nurmagomedov misses.
Nurmagomedov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Bloodaxe swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Bloodaxe throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Nurmagomedov on the side of the head.
Good standup being displayed there by Bloodaxe as he connects with a hook.
Nice defenses there by Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe misses with an uppercut.
Nurmagomedov missing with a left hand there. Bloodaxe was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Nurmagomedov misses with a straight right.
Nurmagomedov lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Bloodaxe misses the jab.
Nurmagomedov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Bloodaxe slips under a jab.
Bloodaxe throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T4#
Bloodaxe tries to land a leg kick but Nurmagomedov saw it coming and moves away.
A big left from Bloodaxe misses.
Nurmagomedov throws an off balance right hand
and Bloodaxe counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nurmagomedov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bloodaxe swings for the body but Nurmagomedov moves out of range.
Nurmagomedov throws a shot from downtown. Bloodaxe moves away and avoids it.
Nurmagomedov checks a low kick from Bloodaxe.
Nurmagomedov misses with a left hand
and Bloodaxe counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Bloodaxe drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Nurmagomedov misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Bloodaxe throws a lazy right hand but Nurmagomedov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bloodaxe throws a body shot but no joy.
Bloodaxe lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Bloodaxe throws a body punch but Nurmagomedov moves out of range.
Nurmagomedov tries a head kick but it misses.
Bloodaxe ducks under a wild hook from Nurmagomedov.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Khabib Nurmagomedov will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Bloodaxe's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R3#
Nurmagomedov throws a jab but it's blocked by Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe lands a right hook to the body.
Bloodaxe missing with a left hand there. Nurmagomedov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Nurmagomedov works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
A bone on bone clash there as Nurmagomedov blocks the leg kick.
Nurmagomedov misses with an uppercut.
Nurmagomedov misses with a looping right.
Nurmagomedov takes a swing at Bloodaxe's ribcage but misses. #CL2#
Nurmagomedov moves into the clinch successfully.
Nurmagomedov lands a nice uppercut.
A body shot lands from Nurmagomedov.
A short right from Bloodaxe on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloodaxe looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Nurmagomedov misses with a body punch.
#BC#
Bloodaxe breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Nurmagomedov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Nurmagomedov looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Bloodaxe slips a jab from Nurmagomedov.
Nurmagomedov lands a jab to the nose.#T1#
A jab from Nurmagomedov misses.
Nurmagomedov throws a lazy head kick
and Bloodaxe counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Nurmagomedov moves out of range as Bloodaxe strikes.
Nurmagomedov misses with a straight left.
Bloodaxe throws a low kick but Nurmagomedov moves out of range easily.
Bloodaxe buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Good leg kick by Bloodaxe.
Khabib Nurmagomedov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nurmagomedov throws an off balance right hand
and Bloodaxe counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bloodaxe avoids the body shot from Nurmagomedov.
A big right from Bloodaxe misses.
Nurmagomedov throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A swing and a miss from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Nurmagomedov.
Bloodaxe uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Nurmagomedov.
Nurmagomedov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bloodaxe counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A big right from Nurmagomedov misses. #T2#
A jab from Nurmagomedov does it's job there.
Nurmagomedov lands the left hand.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#CL2#
Nurmagomedov closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Nurmagomedov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
#BC#
Bloodaxe manages to break the clinch.
Bloodaxe thows a leg kick but Nurmagomedov checks it #TD2#
and Nurmagomedov counters with a takedown into side control.
Nurmagomedov lands a decent elbow from side control.
Khabib Nurmagomedov has got the better of the ground game so far.
Nurmagomedov advances to full mount.
Nurmagomedov looking to finish Bloodaxe with some ground and pound. This is bad for Bloodaxe!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
A nice elbow there by Nurmagomedov.
A nice elbow there by Nurmagomedov.#ROC2#Bloodaxe is rocked!
BOOM! Nurmagomedov connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Oh Bloodaxe is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Nurmagomedov lands a big shot to the head and Bloodaxe winces in pain. He's tapped out due to strikes!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Khabib Nurmagomedov!
Khabib Nurmagomedov is the new lightweight champion!
Khabib Nurmagomedov took some time post fight to say the following; 'Give me Cheese cake or Bloodarse'. |
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Event:
C340: Bloodaxe vs Pope
Date: Sep 08, 2024 |
#R1#
Bloodaxe swings widly with a right hand
and Pope counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Bloodaxe's corner calls for a 1-2. Bloodaxe obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Bloodaxe throws a shot from downtown. Pope moves away and avoids it.
Pope now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Bloodaxe scores with a punch to the head.
Gunnar Bloodaxe seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bloodaxe lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Pope moves away from the strike by Bloodaxe.
Pope looks to land a combination but Bloodaxe avoids it well.
Bloodaxe throws a hook but Pope avoids it easily.
Bloodaxe throws a quick inside leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A shot to the liver by Bloodaxe. Beautiful body shot.
Bloodaxe walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Pope checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Bloodaxe rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Pope counters with a thumping low kick.
Pope with a nice cross.#CUT2#It looks like Gunnar Bloodaxe has been cut.#T1#
Some bone on bone action there as Pope checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Pope follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
A nice leg kick lands there from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe throws a jab but it's blocked by Pope.
Pope misses with a leg kick
and Bloodaxe counters with a straight right hand.
Bloodaxe comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Bloodaxe connects with a good right hand that stumbles Pope. Pope circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Pope misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Bloodaxe misses with a body shot
and Pope cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bloodaxe throws a poor cross that misses
and Pope cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bloodaxe moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Bloodaxe misses the jab.
Bloodaxe scores with a jab.#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Pope walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Pope throws a low kick but Bloodaxe moves out of range easily.
Bloodaxe has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Blacktalians MMA in the buildup to the fight.
Bloodaxe connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Bloodaxe connects with a body shot.
Pope 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.
Pope pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A shot to the body from Bloodaxe misses
and Pope counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Good standup being displayed there by Bloodaxe as he connects with a hook.
A nice leg kick from Bloodaxe, right into the meat of the thigh.
Pope misses with a body shot
letting Bloodaxe counter with a right hand.
Bloodaxe works the jab nicely.
Bloodaxe swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Pope counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bloodaxe throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T3#
Bloodaxe throws a lazy right hand but Pope sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bloodaxe tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Pope was well out of range. Poor timing from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe throws a right hand that misses
and Pope cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Pope moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Bloodaxe throws a hook but Pope blocks it.
Bloodaxe looks to land a right hand but Pope moved out of range.
Bloodaxe bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Bloodaxe throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A nice side step and Pope releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Bloodaxe lands with a straight right. Pope didn't see that one coming.
Pope walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Bloodaxe throws a shot from downtown. Pope moves away and avoids it.#T4#
Pope jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bloodaxe throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Bloodaxe thuds a left hand into Pope's body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Pope takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Bloodaxe looks to score with a jab to the body but Pope is just out of range.
Bloodaxe throws a jab but it's blocked by Pope.
Pope looks to clinch
letting Bloodaxe counter with a right hand.
Bloodaxe misses with an uppercut
enabling Pope to counter with a crisp jab.
Pope tries a head kick but it misses.
Pope swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Bloodaxe counters with a stiff right hand.
Pope lands a glancing blow to the side of Bloodaxe's head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bloodaxe connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Gunnar Bloodaxe dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Gunnar Bloodaxe's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Bloodaxe lands a lovely overhand right.
Bloodaxe throws a big shot that misses.
Bloodaxe misses with an uppercut
and Pope counters with a good low kick that Bloodaxe was not able to check.
Bloodaxe is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Pope can do to turn this around?
Bloodaxe lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Bloodaxe on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Bloodaxe uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
A solid leg kick lands there for Bloodaxe.
Pope chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Bloodaxe can pounce on him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pope throws a nice inside leg kick.
Pope misses with a low kick as Bloodaxe jumps back.
Bloodaxe with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Pope uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bloodaxe.
Pope looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T1#
Pope takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Pope's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Bloodaxe throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Pope sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bloodaxe scores with a jab to the body.
Bloodaxe lands with a cross.
Bloodaxe misses with a low kick.
Bloodaxe with a nice calf kick.
Bloodaxe throws a sloppy body shot
and Pope counters with a nice low kick that buckles Bloodaxe's knee momentarily.
Pope throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Bloodaxe loads up on a big right hand but Pope slips the punch.
Nice uppercut there from Bloodaxe.
Pope chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Bloodaxe can pounce on him.
Pope throws out a loose jab but Bloodaxe uses good head movement to avoid it. #T2#
Pope's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Bloodaxe connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Pope scrambles back to his feet.
A shot to the liver by Bloodaxe. Beautiful body shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Pope throws a lazy body kick
and Bloodaxe cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Pope misses with a hook.
Bloodaxe misses with a kick to the body.
Pope ducks right into an uppercut from Bloodaxe.
A low kick from Bloodaxe misses
and Pope counters with a straight right hand.
Pope uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe scores with a crisp jab that stopped Pope in his tracks.
Bloodaxe lands a lovely overhand right.
Bloodaxe throws a body punch but Pope moves out of range. #T3#
Pope shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Bloodaxe moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
A slow jab from Bloodaxe misses its intended target.
Pope gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Bloodaxe lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Pope throws a lazy body kick
and Bloodaxe counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Gunnar Bloodaxe is winning the standup battle so far.
Pope throws a front kick that sends Bloodaxe stumbling back into the cage.
Bloodaxe connects with a body shot.
Pope stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Bloodaxe.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Pope might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Bloodaxe has got the better of the exchanges.
Bloodaxe scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Bloodaxe throws a nice outside leg kick.
Pope slips under a jab from Bloodaxe.#T4#
Bloodaxe loads up on a big right hand but Pope slips the punch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bloodaxe cracks Pope with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Pope lands a nice shot that snaps Bloodaxe's head back.
Pope misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Bloodaxe cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bloodaxe throws out a loose jab but Pope uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bloodaxe misses the shot to the body.
A nice side step and Pope releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Bloodaxe thuds a left hand into Pope's body.
Pope is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Pope has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Pope lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Bloodaxe at a distance.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Gunnar Bloodaxe dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Gunnar Bloodaxe's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R3#
Pope tries to clinch there but Bloodaxe circles away.
Pope wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Pope lands a nice hook to Bloodaxe's body. Bloodaxe takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Pope takes a jab right on the kisser.
Bloodaxe misses with a lunging right hand
and Pope counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Bloodaxe swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Pope counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Bloodaxe slips under a jab.
Pope takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloodaxe connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Bloodaxe connects with a looping right hand.
Bloodaxe smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Pope tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.#T1#
Bloodaxe misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Pope.
It seemed like Pope was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Pope moves forwards but Bloodaxe connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Bloodaxe misses with a leg kick
and Pope counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CUT2#Gunnar Bloodaxe's cut is getting worse.
Bloodaxe takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
A big left from Bloodaxe misses.
Bloodaxe finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Bloodaxe tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Pope was well out of range. Poor timing from Bloodaxe.
Pope 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.
Bloodaxe misses with a left hand #KD2#
and Pope counters with a nice right hand that sends Bloodaxe toppling to the canvas! Bloodaxe scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Pope finish him?!#ROC2#Bloodaxe is rocked!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bloodaxe keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
An attempted straight right counter from Bloodaxe misses the target.
Oh Bloodaxe is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Pope checks a leg kick.#T2#
Bloodaxe paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Bloodaxe seems to have got his legs back now.
Bloodaxe jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bloodaxe misses with a wild body shot.
Pope scores with a jab to the body.
Bloodaxe cracks Pope with an open hand slap.
Pope takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Pope takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Pope pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Pope moves away from the strike by Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe throws a leg kick which misses Pope's front leg but catches the back leg as Pope tries to avoid it.
Bloodaxe missing with a left hand there. Pope was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T3#
Pope scores with a hook to the body. Bloodaxe takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Bloodaxe has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Pope finds it's way round the side to connect with Bloodaxe's head.
Bloodaxe fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Pope slips a jab from Bloodaxe.
Pope blocks a leg kick.
The fighters circling - Pope throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Bloodaxe looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Bloodaxe thumps Pope with a low kick.
Pope staying out of range there.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Pope lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Pope swings widly with a right hand
and Bloodaxe counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Bloodaxe looks to score with a jab to the body but Pope is just out of range.#T4#
Pope misses with a low kick.
Pope has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Pope blocks a leg kick.
Decent striking displayed by Bloodaxe there.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Pope connects with a leg kick.
Pope lands a leg kick that knocks Bloodaxe off balance momentarily.
Pope turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
A low kick from Pope is predictable there
and Bloodaxe counters with a nice uppercut.
Bloodaxe takes one to the side of the head.
Pope tries a head kick but it misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Eli Pope really dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Gunnar Bloodaxe's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R4#
Bloodaxe feints and then cracks Pope's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Pope down.
Pope keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Nice cross by Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe feints and then cracks Pope's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Pope down.
Bloodaxe just misses with a punch to the body.
Pope rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bloodaxe connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Nice straight punches there by Bloodaxe. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Pope.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloodaxe throws a hook but Pope blocks it.
Bloodaxe throws a body punch but Pope moves out of range.
Bloodaxe lands with a straight right. Pope didn't see that one coming.#T1#
Bloodaxe lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Bloodaxe throws a hook to the side of Pope's head but Pope sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Bloodaxe lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Pope tries to clinch but Bloodaxe is having none of it.
Bloodaxe throws a leg kick which misses Pope's front leg but catches the back leg as Pope tries to avoid it.
Bloodaxe misses with an uppercut
and Pope counters with an inside leg kick.
Bloodaxe misses with a low kick.
A nice side step and Pope releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Bloodaxe throws a hook but Pope blocks it.
Bloodaxe attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Bloodaxe lands with a good body shot.
Bloodaxe is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Pope.
Pope doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.#T2#
Bloodaxe fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Bloodaxe swings for the body but Pope moves out of range.
A low kick from Bloodaxe is predictable there
and Pope cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bloodaxe wants to slow Pope down by chopping away at his legs.
Pope now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Bloodaxe looks to score with a jab to the body but Pope is just out of range.
Pope paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, 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!
Pope misses with a left hand
and Bloodaxe connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bloodaxe uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.#CL2#
Pope clinches up against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Pope fails to land.
Pope working aggressively here.
Pope lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Pope lands a body punch in the clinch. #T3#
Pope is leaning against Bloodaxe and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.
Pope misses with a punch to the body.
Pope lands a body shot in the clinch.
Pope has Bloodaxe pressed against the cage, preventing Bloodaxe from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Bloodaxe has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Pope prevents Bloodaxe from breaking the clinch.#BC#
Bloodaxe breaks from the clinch.
Pope moves away from the strike by Bloodaxe.
Pope moves out of range as Bloodaxe strikes.
Pope flicks out a counter leg kick but Bloodaxe steps away.
Pope checks a low kick from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe motions for Pope to come forward. Bloodaxe throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
A solid leg kick lands there for Bloodaxe.
Pope swings away with a body shot that misses
and Bloodaxe counters with a straight right hand.
Pope throws a body kick that digs right into the meat. #T4#
Bloodaxe looks to score with a jab to the body but Pope is just out of range.
Pope moves into range and connects with a jab.
A big left from Pope misses.
A bone on bone clash there as Pope blocks the leg kick.
Pope 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.
Bloodaxe scores with a jab to the jaw.
Pope tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bloodaxe is looking to chop away at Pope's legs.
Bloodaxe misses with a body punch
and Pope counters with a left to the body. #CL2#
Pope moves into range and clinches up with Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe fails to pull guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Gunnar Bloodaxe had his way with Eli Pope in that round.
The cut man is working on Gunnar Bloodaxe's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R5#
A shot to the body from Bloodaxe misses
and Pope counters with a stiff right hand.
Pope listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Pope displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bloodaxe throws out the jab.
Pope takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Bloodaxe misses with a hook. Pope ducked under it nicely.
Pope slips under a jab from Bloodaxe.
Pope stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Bloodaxe.
Pope swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloodaxe lands a nice looking body shot.
Bloodaxe staying out of range there.
Pope stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Bloodaxe.#T1#
Pope keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Pope is trying to counter with his kicks.
Bloodaxe scores with a leg kick.
Bloodaxe rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Pope counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Bloodaxe scores with a jab.
Pope tries to land a body kick
and Bloodaxe counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Pope walks into a straight right hand from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe misses with a body shot.
Bloodaxe throws a good cross that connects.
Pope attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Bloodaxe throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Pope counters with a nice uppercut.
Bloodaxe misses with a right hand
and Pope connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Eli Pope has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Bloodaxe misses with an uppercut
#KD2#
and Pope counters with a crisp right hand that drops Bloodaxe! Pope lets Bloodaxe back up to his feet, looking for a finish!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bloodaxe with the inside leg kick.
Pope moves out of range of the strikes.
Pope feints a counter leg kick.
Bloodaxe misses with a right hand #KD2#
and Pope counters with a crisp right hand that drops Bloodaxe! Pope lets Bloodaxe back up to his feet, looking for a finish!
Pope takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Pope uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bloodaxe.
A slow jab from Bloodaxe misses its intended target.
Pope takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Pope throws an off balance right hand
and Bloodaxe counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Pope wants to clinch.
Bloodaxe half committed to a counter leg kick.#T3#
Bloodaxe throws a predictable looking body shot
and Bloodaxe takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Bloodaxe scores with a jab to the body.
Bloodaxe thows a leg kick but Pope checks it
and Pope counters with a nice leg kick.
Bloodaxe lands a leg kick that knocks Pope off balance momentarily.
Pope looks for the body kick but Bloodaxe saw that one coming.
Pope uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe throws a shot to the body.
Bloodaxe lands with an uppercut that bounces Pope off the cage and back into range.#T4#
Bloodaxe keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bloodaxe fires out a quick counter leg kick but Pope just manages to avoid it.
Pope throws a quick inside leg kick.
Pope throws a lazy uppercut
letting Bloodaxe counter with a right hand.
Bloodaxe feints and then cracks Pope's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Pope down.
Bloodaxe throws an off balance right hand
enabling Pope to counter with a crisp jab.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Pope slips a straight right by Bloodaxe.
Pope bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bloodaxe throws a leg kick
and Pope connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bloodaxe misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Pope.
Pope steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Bloodaxe turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Pope throws a leg kick that is checked
and Bloodaxe counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Eli Pope.
I think Bloodaxe 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Paulo Santos scores the fight 48:47
Judge Luis Engracia scores the fight 48:47
Judge Thiago Cunha scores the fight 49:46
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gunnar Bloodaxe!
Gunnar Bloodaxe retains his lightweight title!
Our winner, Gunnar Bloodaxe, 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:
C334: Erdogan vs Queiroz
Date: Aug 18, 2024 |
#R1#
Nice uppercut lands for Bloodaxe. That snapped Nurmagomedov's head back.
Decent striking displayed by Nurmagomedov there.#CUT2#It looks like Gunnar Bloodaxe has been cut.
A shot to the liver by Nurmagomedov. Beautiful body shot.
Khabib Nurmagomedov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nurmagomedov lands a right hook to the body.
Bloodaxe has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Blacktalians MMA in the buildup to the fight.
Nurmagomedov misses with an uppercut.
Nurmagomedov staying out of range there.
Nurmagomedov doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Bloodaxe misses with an uppercut
and Nurmagomedov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Nurmagomedov walks into a left hand.
Nurmagomedov looks to throw the jab but Bloodaxe is out of range.
A quick step to the side and Bloodaxe tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bloodaxe takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nurmagomedov throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Bloodaxe counters with an outside leg kick.
Nurmagomedov missing with a left hand there. Bloodaxe was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Nurmagomedov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bloodaxe throws out the jab.
Nurmagomedov tries to move into range but Bloodaxe moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
A big right from Nurmagomedov misses.
Bloodaxe dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Nurmagomedov throws a body shot but no joy.
Bloodaxe looks to land a right hand but Nurmagomedov moved out of range.
Nurmagomedov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bloodaxe sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T1#
Nurmagomedov slips under a jab.
Nurmagomedov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Nurmagomedov throws a right hand that misses
and Bloodaxe counters with a nice uppercut.
Bloodaxe has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Bloodaxe there as he acknowledges the shot.
Nurmagomedov missing with a left hand there. Bloodaxe was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Nurmagomedov throws an off balance right hand
and Bloodaxe counters with a nice uppercut.
Nice shot by Nurmagomedov.
Bloodaxe tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Nurmagomedov was well out of range. Poor timing from Bloodaxe.
Nurmagomedov now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Bloodaxe ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Nurmagomedov looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Nurmagomedov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bloodaxe manages to avoid it.
Bloodaxe avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Bloodaxe slips under a jab from Nurmagomedov.
Nurmagomedov looks to land a combination but Bloodaxe avoids it well.
Nurmagomedov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe tests Nurmagomedov's chin there with a solid looking shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bloodaxe lands with a thumping leg kick.
#T2#
Nurmagomedov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Nurmagomedov on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Bloodaxe moves away from the strike by Nurmagomedov.
Nurmagomedov with a jab.
Nurmagomedov misses with a looping left.
Nurmagomedov lands with a nice body punch.
Nurmagomedov has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Bloodaxe.
Nurmagomedov takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Bloodaxe moves away from the strike by Nurmagomedov.
Bloodaxe blocks a jab.
Nurmagomedov displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Nurmagomedov throws a right hand that misses
and Bloodaxe counters with a nice leg kick.
Nurmagomedov takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Bloodaxe lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Bloodaxe lands a nice hook to Nurmagomedov's body. Nurmagomedov takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #T3#
Bloodaxe scores with a jab.
Bloodaxe connects with a single shot there.
Bloodaxe throws a looping overhand right but Nurmagomedov ducks down to avoid it.
Bloodaxe scores with a crisp jab that stopped Nurmagomedov in his tracks. #TD2#
Nurmagomedov throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Bloodaxe was covering up waiting for the punch and Nurmagomedov finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Nurmagomedov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Bloodaxe is keeping the position for now.
Bloodaxe wants to control the position but Nurmagomedov says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard. #SUB#
Bloodaxe looking for submissions off his back.
Bloodaxe trying to get back to full guard but Nurmagomedov takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!#T4#
Nurmagomedov working the ground and pound effectively.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nurmagomedov can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Bloodaxe is looking to escape.
Bloodaxe tries to get back to half guard but can't.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Bloodaxe tries to hold on but Nurmagomedov pushes him away.
Bloodaxe regains half guard.
Bloodaxe wants to control but Nurmagomedov is keeping busy.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Khabib Nurmagomedov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Gunnar Bloodaxe'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.#R2#
Nurmagomedov with a lazy takedown attempt
and Bloodaxe makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Nurmagomedov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Nurmagomedov swings widly with a right hand
and Bloodaxe makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Bloodaxe throws a lazy right hand but Nurmagomedov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Nurmagomedov misses with a left hand
and Bloodaxe counters with a stiff right hand.
Nurmagomedov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bloodaxe counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Bloodaxe swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Nurmagomedov 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.
A low kick lands for Bloodaxe.
A low kick lands for Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Nurmagomedov throws out the jab.
Bloodaxe uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Nurmagomedov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloodaxe staying out of range there.
Bloodaxe misses with a body shot
and Nurmagomedov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Nurmagomedov lands with an overhand left.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bloodaxe takes a swing at Nurmagomedov's ribcage but misses.
Bloodaxe bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Nurmagomedov's head.
Nurmagomedov misses with a left hand
and Bloodaxe cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T1#
Bloodaxe lands with a hook. Nurmagomedov tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Nurmagomedov misses with a few strikes there.
Nurmagomedov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bloodaxe throws out the jab.
Nurmagomedov misses with a looping left.
Nurmagomedov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bloodaxe was well out of range. Poor timing from Nurmagomedov.
Bloodaxe uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Nurmagomedov.
A quick step to the side and Bloodaxe tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bloodaxe thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bloodaxe comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Nurmagomedov drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Nurmagomedov slips a straight right by Bloodaxe.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Nurmagomedov! But no joy.
Nurmagomedov misses with a hook. Bloodaxe ducked under it nicely.
Nurmagomedov scores with a jab. Bloodaxe acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
A big right from Nurmagomedov misses.
Nurmagomedov throws a hook to the side of Bloodaxe's head but Bloodaxe sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Nurmagomedov looks to throw the jab but Bloodaxe is out of range.
Bloodaxe lands a head shot.#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bloodaxe fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Nurmagomedov has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Nurmagomedov gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Bloodaxe digs a good body shot into Nurmagomedov's ribs.
Nurmagomedov takes one to the chin there.
Bloodaxe pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Bloodaxe throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Nurmagomedov stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Bloodaxe misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Nurmagomedov.
A jab from Nurmagomedov misses.
Bloodaxe staying out of range there.
A punch lands to the side of Bloodaxe 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Nurmagomedov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Nurmagomedov tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Bloodaxe swivels and escapes.
Gunnar Bloodaxe is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Bloodaxe works Nurmagomedov's body with a nice hook.
Bloodaxe misses with a shot to the body
and Nurmagomedov counters with a straight right hand.
Bloodaxe defending well as Nurmagomedov loads up on a big left hand.
Nurmagomedov jabs Bloodaxe to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Bloodaxe is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.#T3#
Nurmagomedov misses with a right hand
and Bloodaxe counters with a thumping low kick.
Nurmagomedov misses with a lunging right hand
and Nurmagomedov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Bloodaxe lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Bloodaxe throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Bloodaxe buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
A punch combination from Nurmagomedov misses.
Good exchange - Bloodaxe coming out on top.
Bloodaxe lands a nice shot that snaps Nurmagomedov's head back.
Nurmagomedov misses with an uppercut. Bloodaxe saw that one coming.
Bloodaxe throwing a counter right hand but Nurmagomedov manages to avoid it.
Bloodaxe lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Nurmagomedov doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Bloodaxe makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Gunnar Bloodaxe has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Khabib Nurmagomedov.
A nice leg kick lands there from Bloodaxe.
A big left from Nurmagomedov misses.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nurmagomedov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe is looking to counter with a shot to the body.#T4#
Bloodaxe slips under a jab from Nurmagomedov.
Nurmagomedov is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.
Nurmagomedov misses with a right hand
and Bloodaxe counters with an outside leg kick.
Nurmagomedov misses with a hook. Bloodaxe ducked under it nicely.
Nurmagomedov misses with a lunging right hand
and Bloodaxe counters with a left to the body.
Bloodaxe cracks Nurmagomedov with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Bloodaxe cracks Nurmagomedov with a good jab.
Bloodaxe cracks Nurmagomedov with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Bloodaxe chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Nurmagomedov takes a jab right on the kisser.
Bloodaxe walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Bloodaxe connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Nurmagomedov moves forwards but Bloodaxe connects with a nice, crisp jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nurmagomedov ducks right into an uppercut from Bloodaxe.
Nurmagomedov's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Bloodaxe takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Bloodaxe connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Gunnar Bloodaxe dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Gunnar Bloodaxe'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.#R3#
Nurmagomedov with a lazy takedown attempt
and Bloodaxe counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Bloodaxe moves away from the strike by Nurmagomedov.
Nurmagomedov throws a jab when Bloodaxe was well out of range.
Bloodaxe getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Nurmagomedov misses with a right hand
enabling Bloodaxe to counter with a crisp jab.
Bloodaxe buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
A chopping leg kick lands by Bloodaxe.
Nurmagomedov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bloodaxe with the inside leg kick.
A lazy left from Bloodaxe finds it's target.
Bloodaxe dips to his left and cracks Nurmagomedov with an uppercut!
Nurmagomedov missing with a left hand there. Bloodaxe was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
The fighters circling - Bloodaxe throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Nurmagomedov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bloodaxe.
A good leg kick by Bloodaxe.
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!
Nurmagomedov throws a lazy uppercut
and Bloodaxe counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T1#
Nurmagomedov throws a jab but it's blocked by Bloodaxe.
Nurmagomedov misses with a hook to the body
and Bloodaxe counters with a good low kick that Nurmagomedov was not able to check.
Good shot there by Bloodaxe.
Nurmagomedov chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Bloodaxe can pounce on him.
Bloodaxe slips a jab from Nurmagomedov.
Bloodaxe works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Bloodaxe takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Nurmagomedov shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Bloodaxe as he avoids it easily.
Nurmagomedov on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Nurmagomedov slips a jab from Bloodaxe.
Nice uppercut lands for Nurmagomedov. That snapped Bloodaxe's head back.
Nurmagomedov walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Bloodaxe missing with a left hand there. Nurmagomedov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Nurmagomedov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bloodaxe scores with a punch to the head.
Nurmagomedov misses with a right hand
and Bloodaxe counters with a right hand to the body.
Bloodaxe is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Nurmagomedov can do to turn this around?#T2#
Bloodaxe throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bloodaxe moves out of range of the strikes.
Nurmagomedov needs to keep his hands up - Bloodaxe had a free shot at his head there.
Nurmagomedov throws a hook to the side of Bloodaxe's head but Bloodaxe sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Nurmagomedov misses with an uppercut
and Bloodaxe connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Nurmagomedov throws a right hand that misses
enabling Bloodaxe to counter with a crisp jab.
Nurmagomedov takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Nurmagomedov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bloodaxe throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bloodaxe looks to throw the jab but Nurmagomedov is out of range.
A jab from Bloodaxe misses.
Bloodaxe swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bloodaxe smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
A nice leg kick from Bloodaxe, right into the meat of the thigh.
Bloodaxe lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.#T3#
Bloodaxe throws an off balance right hand
and Nurmagomedov counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Nurmagomedov has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
A swing and a miss from Nurmagomedov.
Nurmagomedov ducks right into an uppercut from Bloodaxe.
Nurmagomedov throws a hook but Bloodaxe blocks it.
Bloodaxe keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Nurmagomedov.
Nurmagomedov avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Gunnar Bloodaxe is winning the standup battle so far.
Nurmagomedov throws a big shot that misses.
Nurmagomedov takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
A chopping leg kick lands by Bloodaxe.
A jab lands there for Bloodaxe.
A big right from Nurmagomedov misses.
Bloodaxe swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Nurmagomedov throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Bloodaxe stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Bloodaxe lands a nice looking body shot.
Bloodaxe finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
A big left from Nurmagomedov misses. #T4#
Bloodaxe lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nurmagomedov lands a nice shot to the body.
Nurmagomedov misses with a straight right.
A telegraphed right hand from Nurmagomedov misses the target.
Bloodaxe slips a straight right by Nurmagomedov.
Nurmagomedov fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Bloodaxe avoids it really well and circles away.
Gunnar Bloodaxe has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Khabib Nurmagomedov.
Nurmagomedov misses with an uppercut. Bloodaxe saw that one coming.
Nurmagomedov lands with a nice body punch.
Bloodaxe ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Bloodaxe uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Nurmagomedov.
Bloodaxe throws a looping overhand right but Nurmagomedov ducks down to avoid it.
Bloodaxe with a body punch. A glancing blow.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nurmagomedov throws out a loose jab but Bloodaxe uses good head movement to avoid it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Gunnar Bloodaxe clearly takes that round.
The cut man is working on Gunnar Bloodaxe's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R4#
A shot to the liver by Bloodaxe. Beautiful body shot.
Bloodaxe connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Nurmagomedov throws a lazy uppercut
and Bloodaxe counters with an outside leg kick.
Bloodaxe takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Bloodaxe connects with a looping right hand.
Nurmagomedov tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Bloodaxe swivels and escapes.
Nurmagomedov throws the left hand but Bloodaxe avoids the punch easily.
Bloodaxe lands the left hand.
Nurmagomedov fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A nice leg kick lands there from Bloodaxe.
Nurmagomedov shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Bloodaxe counters with a straight right hand.
Gunnar Bloodaxe has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Khabib Nurmagomedov.
Nurmagomedov is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Bloodaxe connects with the punch.#T1#
Nurmagomedov misses with a straight left.
A quick step to the side and Bloodaxe tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bloodaxe scores with a jab. Nurmagomedov acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Bloodaxe keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Bloodaxe digs a good body shot into Nurmagomedov's ribs.
Nurmagomedov takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
A chopping leg kick lands by Bloodaxe.
Nurmagomedov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
That kick from Bloodaxe tenderised Nurmagomedov's leg. Nurmagomedov is trying to keep his angry face on.
Nurmagomedov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bloodaxe keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Nurmagomedov throws a hook to the side of Bloodaxe's head but Bloodaxe sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Bloodaxe bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Nurmagomedov's head backwards.
Nurmagomedov takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Nurmagomedov's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Bloodaxe connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Nurmagomedov scrambles back to his feet.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nurmagomedov misses the body punch
and Bloodaxe counters with a good low kick that Nurmagomedov was not able to check. #T2#
Bloodaxe sizes up Nurmagomedov with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Bloodaxe with a nice calf kick.
Nurmagomedov lands with a nice body punch.
Nurmagomedov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nurmagomedov digs a good body shot into Bloodaxe's ribs.
Nurmagomedov cracks a nice hook into Bloodaxe's ribs.
Nurmagomedov misses with a looping left.
A little feinted left hand from Bloodaxe on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Bloodaxe with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Nurmagomedov drops his hands momentarily and Bloodaxe takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Nurmagomedov misses with a double jab.
#TD2#
Nurmagomedov shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Bloodaxe's guard.
Nurmagomedov with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Bloodaxe looking to control.
#SUB#
Bloodaxe looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Nurmagomedov passes into half guard.
#T3#
Nurmagomedov works his way into full mount!
Bloodaxe tries to hold on but Nurmagomedov postures up.
Bloodaxe can't escape the position.
#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nurmagomedov can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Bloodaxe is looking to escape.
Nurmagomedov lands a nice shot to the head.
Nurmagomedov scoring with strikes but Bloodaxe is staying in there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close fourth round but I would say that Gunnar Bloodaxe will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Gunnar Bloodaxe's cut.
That's time! Bloodaxe's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R5#
Nurmagomedov takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Nurmagomedov will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Nurmagomedov on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Bloodaxe scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Nurmagomedov closes the distance but Bloodaxe moves to the side
and Bloodaxe counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Nurmagomedov tries to score a power double leg takedown but Bloodaxe sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Nurmagomedov somewhat.
Nurmagomedov throws a jab when Bloodaxe was well out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nurmagomedov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Bloodaxe swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Nurmagomedov tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Bloodaxe counters with a low kick, right behind Nurmagomedov 's knee.
Bloodaxe displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Nurmagomedov throws out the jab. #T1#
Bloodaxe darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Nurmagomedov misses with a left hand
and Nurmagomedov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Bloodaxe scores with a shot to the body.
Bloodaxe throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Nurmagomedov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Nurmagomedov lands a jab to Bloodaxe's midsection.
Nurmagomedov looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Bloodaxe with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Nurmagomedov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Bloodaxe uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Nurmagomedov.
Nice uppercut there from Bloodaxe.
Nurmagomedov takes a swing at Bloodaxe's ribcage but misses.
Bloodaxe dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Nurmagomedov. That did some damage!
Nurmagomedov throws the left hand but Bloodaxe avoids the punch easily.
Bloodaxe moves out of range of the strikes.
Bloodaxe scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Khabib Nurmagomedov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bloodaxe lunges at Nurmagomedov with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Nurmagomedov's hand.
Bloodaxe avoids the body shot from Nurmagomedov.
Bloodaxe throws a lazy right hand but Nurmagomedov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bloodaxe lands a jab to the nose.
Bloodaxe connects with a good right hand that stumbles Nurmagomedov. Nurmagomedov circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Nurmagomedov throws a big shot that misses.
Nurmagomedov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bloodaxe.
Nurmagomedov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
It looked like Bloodaxe wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Bloodaxe uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Nurmagomedov.
Nurmagomedov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Nurmagomedov throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Bloodaxe counters with a left to the body.
Bloodaxe takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Bloodaxe cracks Nurmagomedov with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Nurmagomedov works the jab nicely.
Bloodaxe is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Nurmagomedov. #T3#
Nurmagomedov on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Nurmagomedov throws a hook to the side of Bloodaxe's head but Bloodaxe sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Nurmagomedov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Bloodaxe manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Bloodaxe showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Nurmagomedov.
Nurmagomedov dives in and grabs Bloodaxe's left leg, looking for a takedown. Bloodaxe pushes down on Nurmagomedov's head and hops out.
Gunnar Bloodaxe has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Khabib Nurmagomedov.
Nurmagomedov is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
A jab from Bloodaxe finds it's way through Nurmagomedov's defenses.
Bloodaxe clobbers Nurmagomedov with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Bloodaxe uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Nurmagomedov.
Bloodaxe connects with a body shot.
A jab from Bloodaxe finds it's way through Nurmagomedov's defenses.
Nurmagomedov gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Bloodaxe.
Nurmagomedov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Bloodaxe feints and then cracks Nurmagomedov's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Nurmagomedov down. #T4#
Nurmagomedov walks into a jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nurmagomedov shoots in for a takedown but Bloodaxe shows good takedown defense.
A slapping leg kick lands for Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Bloodaxe bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Nurmagomedov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Nurmagomedov lands with an overhand left.
Nurmagomedov digs a good body shot into Bloodaxe's ribs.
Nurmagomedov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Bloodaxe.
Donk. Nurmagomedov catches Bloodaxe right on the button with a cross.
Nurmagomedov throws a lazy uppercut
and Bloodaxe counters with a stiff right hand.
Bloodaxe takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
A good leg kick by Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe ducks under a wild hook from Nurmagomedov.
And that's the end of the fight!
Gunnar Bloodaxe showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Bloodaxe 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 49:46
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 49:46
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 49:46
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gunnar Bloodaxe!
Gunnar Bloodaxe retains his lightweight title!
An out of breath Gunnar Bloodaxe 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:
C329: Cheese vs Green
Date: Aug 04, 2024 |
#R1#
Jiang is looking to clinch.
Bloodaxe 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.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Bloodaxe checks a leg kick.
Bloodaxe takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Bloodaxe throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Bloodaxe is looking to score with low kicks.
Jiang misses the body punch
and Bloodaxe counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A punch lands to the side of Jiang 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Bloodaxe blocks the body kick.
Bloodaxe lands a nice looking body shot.
Gunnar Bloodaxe seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bloodaxe lands a nice looking body kick.
Jiang throws a shot from downtown. Bloodaxe moves away and avoids it.
Jiang misses with a left hand
letting Bloodaxe counter with a right hand.
Bloodaxe lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Bloodaxe is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jiang throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bloodaxe sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Jiang moves out of range of the strikes.#T1#
Jiang throws a poor cross that misses
and Jiang takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Jiang takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Bloodaxe moves out of range as Jiang strikes.
A slapping leg kick lands for Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Jiang fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bloodaxe manages to avoid it.
Bloodaxe scores with a hook.
Bloodaxe connects with a crisp jab.
Bloodaxe is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.#CL2#
Jiang closes the distance and clinches.
Bloodaxe wants to get back to striking at distance but Jiang won't allow it.
Jiang prevents Bloodaxe from breaking the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Jiang fails to land.
Jiang misses with a body punch.
Jiang misses with the head strike.
Bloodaxe avoiding damage as Jiang throws knees to the body.
#BC#
Bloodaxe manages to break the clinch.
Jiang throws a body punch but Bloodaxe moves out of range. #T2#
Bloodaxe scores with a punch to the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A jab lands there for Bloodaxe.
Nice shot lands for Bloodaxe.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jiang. Bloodaxe does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jiang is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.
Bloodaxe misses with a wild body shot.
A left lands for Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe lands a leg kick that knocks Jiang off balance momentarily.
Bloodaxe takes one to the side of the head.
That kick from Bloodaxe tenderised Jiang's leg. Jiang is trying to keep his angry face on.
Bloodaxe is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
An inside leg kick lands from Bloodaxe.
Jiang swings for the body but Bloodaxe moves out of range.
Bloodaxe tests Jiang's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Bloodaxe scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Jiang doesn't seem bothered though. #T3#
Jiang lands a nice looking body shot.
Bloodaxe takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Jiang tries to clinch but Bloodaxe is having none of it.
Jiang throws the left hand but Bloodaxe avoids the punch easily.
A jab from Jiang finds it's way through Bloodaxe's defenses. #CUT2#It looks like Gunnar Bloodaxe has been cut.
Bloodaxe throws a shot to the body.
Bloodaxe connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Good exchange - Jiang coming out on top.#ROC2#Bloodaxe is rocked!#CL2#
Jiang rushes Bloodaxe and presses him up against the cage.
Bloodaxe is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Bloodaxe misses with the head strike.
Bloodaxe gets through Jiang's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jiang lands with a left to the head.
Bloodaxe is trying to break the clinch but Jiang has him pressed against the cage.
Bloodaxe is trying to break the clinch but Jiang is controlling him.
Jiang lands with a left to the head. #T4##BC#
Bloodaxe escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Jiang throws a poor cross that misses
and Bloodaxe cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bloodaxe avoids the body shot from Jiang.
Jab, jab by Bloodaxe - just one landing.
Bloodaxe scores with the left hand. Jiang knows he should have avoided that one.
Bloodaxe misses with a looping right.
Jiang swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Bloodaxe scores with a decent looking hook.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Jiang.
Bloodaxe throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Jiang! But no joy.
Jiang misses with a hook to the body
and Bloodaxe counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Jiang ducks right into an uppercut from Bloodaxe.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A low kick from Jiang is predictable there
and Bloodaxe counters with a slapping leg kick.
Jiang swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bloodaxe wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Jiang tries to clinch up
letting Bloodaxe counter with a right hand.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Gunnar Bloodaxe dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Gunnar Bloodaxe'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.#R2#
Bloodaxe checks a leg kick.
Bloodaxe ducks right into an uppercut from Jiang.
Jiang tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Bloodaxe manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Bloodaxe fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jiang manages to avoid it.
Jiang looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A nice inside leg kick there by Bloodaxe. That's going to slow Jiang down.
Jiang checks a low kick from Bloodaxe.
Jiang tries to counter by closing the distance.
Gunnar Bloodaxe is winning the standup battle so far.
Bloodaxe's jab looks to have found its range, popping Jiang under the eye.
Bloodaxe throws a leg kick that misses.
Jiang misses with a wild body shot.
Bloodaxe misses with an uppercut. Jiang saw that one coming.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jiang misses with a hook
and Bloodaxe counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Bloodaxe misses with a low kick.
Bloodaxe doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Jiang ducks under a wild hook from Bloodaxe.
Jiang tries to counter by closing the distance.
Bloodaxe lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.#T1#
Jiang wants to clinch.
Bloodaxe feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Jiangs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Bloodaxe throws a nice inside leg kick.
Bloodaxe slips a straight right by Jiang.
Jiang doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Jiang blocks a jab.
Jiang misses with a hook to the body
letting Bloodaxe counter with a right hand.
Jiang waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bloodaxe.
Jiang scores with a jab.
Bloodaxe with a hook.#T2#
A nice leg kick lands there from Bloodaxe.
Jiang fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Bloodaxe on the side of the head.
Jiang on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jiang looks to score with a jab to the body but Bloodaxe is just out of range.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Bloodaxe, as that shot connected.
Bloodaxe throws a jab but it's blocked by Jiang.
Jiang tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Jiang uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bloodaxe.
Jiang takes a jab right on the kisser.
Bloodaxe darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Bloodaxe moves away from the strike by Jiang.
Jiang's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Bloodaxe throws a jab when Jiang was well out of range.
Jiang takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Bloodaxe turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.#T3#
Bloodaxe throws a nice outside leg kick.
A swing and a miss from Bloodaxe.
Jiang rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bloodaxe counters with a stiff right hand.
Jiang throws a quick inside leg kick.
Bloodaxe throws a leg kick but Jiang moved away.
Jiang with a nice calf kick.
Bloodaxe throws a nice inside leg kick.
Jiang misses with a left hand
and Bloodaxe counters with a lovely straight right hand!
The crowd cheers as Bloodaxe lands an impressive looking overhand right. Jiang doesn't seem phased though.
Jiang throws a looping overhand right but Bloodaxe ducks down to avoid it.
Bloodaxe lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Bloodaxe throws a poor cross that misses
and Jiang counters with a straight right hand.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jiang 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.#T4#
Bloodaxe throws a big shot that misses.
Jiang throws a hook but Bloodaxe avoids it easily.
Jiang tries to clinch up but Bloodaxe circles away and keeps his distance.
Jiang is looking to slow Bloodaxe down with leg kicks.
Bloodaxe with the inside leg kick.
Jiang looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Bloodaxe connects with a leg kick.
Decent striking displayed by Jiang there.
Jiang gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Jiang avoids the body shot from Bloodaxe.
Jiang appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Bloodaxe steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Jiang.
It looked like Bloodaxe wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
A low kick from Jiang misses
and Bloodaxe cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bloodaxe buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Bloodaxe lands with a good body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Gunnar Bloodaxe dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Gunnar Bloodaxe's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R3#
Jiang avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Jiang counters with a body kick.
Bloodaxe connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Jiang slips a jab from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe backing away here, and Jiang unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Bloodaxe cracks Jiang with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Bloodaxe blocks the body kick.
A nice leg kick lands there from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe scores with a nice strike.
Jiang takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
A big left from Bloodaxe misses.
Bloodaxe ducks under a wild hook from Jiang.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jiang gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Jiang looks to throw a body kick
and Bloodaxe counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Bloodaxe lands a jab to the nose.
Jiang throws a jab when Bloodaxe was well out of range.#T1#
A big right from Jiang misses.
Bloodaxe misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jiang.
Jiang swings widly with a right hand
and Bloodaxe counters with a nice uppercut.
Jiang misses with an uppercut
and Bloodaxe connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Jiang throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Bloodaxe jabs Jiang to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Jiang catches Bloodaxe with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
A slow jab from Bloodaxe misses its intended target.
A leg kick checked by Bloodaxe.
Jiang keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jiang with a nice cross.
Bloodaxe connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
A bone on bone clash there as Jiang blocks the leg kick.
Jiang jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bloodaxe was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jiang swinging wildly here.
Bloodaxe lunges at Jiang with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Jiang's hand.
Jiang thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bloodaxe scores with a sloppy right hand. Jiang should have avoided that one.
Jiang throws a shot from downtown. Bloodaxe moves away and avoids it.
Bloodaxe looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Jiang misses with a body shot
and Bloodaxe counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Jiang has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Jiang takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Jiang takes a jab right on the kisser.
Jiang throws a lazy right hand but Bloodaxe sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bloodaxe throws a lazy uppercut
enabling Jiang to counter with a crisp jab.
Jiang waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bloodaxe.#T3#
A low kick from Jiang is predictable there
and Jiang takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Bloodaxe chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Jiang can pounce on him.
Bloodaxe digs a good body shot into Jiang's ribs.
Jiang misses with a right hand
and Bloodaxe counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Jiang moves out of range of the leg kick from Bloodaxe.
Jiang misses with a straight right.
Bloodaxe moves away from the strike by Jiang.
Bloodaxe half committed to a counter leg kick.
Jiang has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Bloodaxe.
Jiang slips a jab from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Jiang's head.
Bloodaxe lands a nice shot to the body.
Jiang tries to clinch but Bloodaxe is having none of it.
Jiang blocks a jab.#T4#
Jiang misses the body punch
and Bloodaxe cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bloodaxe 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!
Jiang misses with a jab to the body
and Bloodaxe counters with a stiff right hand.
Bloodaxe slips under a jab from Jiang.
Jiang tries to grapple but his opponent circles
letting Bloodaxe counter with a right hand.
That kick from Jiang tenderised Bloodaxe's leg. Bloodaxe is trying to keep his angry face on.
Bloodaxe uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Jiang.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Jiang checks a leg kick.
Jiang wants to counter with a clinch but Bloodaxe pushes him away.
Jiang displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bloodaxe throws out the jab.
Bloodaxe lands a nice hook to Jiang's body. Jiang takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
A chopping leg kick lands by Bloodaxe.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Gunnar Bloodaxe clearly takes that round.
The cut man is working on Gunnar Bloodaxe's cut.
That's time! Bloodaxe's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R4#
Bloodaxe blocks a jab.
Jiang takes one to the chin there.
Bloodaxe lands with an uppercut that bounces Jiang off the cage and back into range.
Bloodaxe fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Jiang.
Bloodaxe sizes up Jiang with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Bloodaxe throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Jiang on the side of the head.
Jiang tries to clinch but Bloodaxe moves out of range.
A counter left hand to the body from Bloodaxe misses its target.
Jiang walks into a straight right hand from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe with a nice calf kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloodaxe scoring well with a low kick there.
Bloodaxe lands a nice hook to Jiang's body. Jiang takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Jiang checks a leg kick.
A telegraphed right hand from Jiang misses the target.
Bloodaxe with a hook.#T1#
Bloodaxe connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Jiang tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Bloodaxe paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Jiang walks into a stiff left hand from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe cracks Jiang with a right hand to the side of the head.
Bloodaxe looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Jiang throws a body punch but Bloodaxe moves out of range.
A slow jab from Bloodaxe misses its intended target.
Bloodaxe dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Jiang. That did some damage!
Jiang connects with a body shot that sends Bloodaxe's belly button to the back.
Bloodaxe swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Jiang.
Bloodaxe lands with a good body shot.
Jiang drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Bloodaxe slips under a jab.#T2#
Bloodaxe throws out a loose jab but Jiang uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jiang misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bloodaxe.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bloodaxe fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jiang manages to avoid it.
Jiang misses with a double jab
and Bloodaxe counters with a leg kick.
Bloodaxe scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Jiang doesn't seem bothered though.
Jiang swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Jiang bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bloodaxe lands a nice leg kick that just misses Jiang's sensitive parts.
Bloodaxe throws a jab when Jiang was well out of range.
Bloodaxe circles away from the clinch attempt
and Bloodaxe counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T3#
Bloodaxe lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Bloodaxe is looking to land body kicks.
Bloodaxe is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Jiang can do to turn this around?
Jiang dips to his left and cracks Bloodaxe with an uppercut!
Jiang lands a slapping body shot.
Bloodaxe connects with a looping right hand.
Nice uppercut lands for Bloodaxe. That snapped Jiang's head back.
Bloodaxe connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Jiang gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Bloodaxe.
Jiang throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bloodaxe looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Jiang takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Jiang tries to clinch up.
Bloodaxe appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Jiang tries to land a body kick
and Jiang takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jiang throws a jab when Bloodaxe was well out of range.
Bloodaxe is looking to slow Jiang down with leg kicks.
Bloodaxe throws a nice outside leg kick.
Bloodaxe throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Jiang tries to counter with a clinch but Bloodaxe shakes him off and moves away.
A shot to the body from Bloodaxe misses
and Jiang counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Bloodaxe thinking.
Bloodaxe avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Jiang misses with a hook.
Bloodaxe moves out of range of the body kick.
Bloodaxe staying out of range there.
Jiang takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Bloodaxe misses the jab.
Jiang misses with a low kick.
Bloodaxe swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Jiang avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Gunnar Bloodaxe had his way with Da Jiang in that round.
The cut man is working on Gunnar Bloodaxe'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. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R5#
Jiang throws a hook but Bloodaxe blocks it.
As Jiang backs away, Bloodaxe returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Bloodaxe keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bloodaxe scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Jiang misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Bloodaxe counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Jiang throws a hook to the side of Bloodaxe's head but Bloodaxe sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Bloodaxe lands a head shot.
Jiang loads up on a big right hand but Bloodaxe slips the punch.
Bloodaxe ducks right into an uppercut from Jiang.
Jiang rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bloodaxe counters with an outside leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jiang throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Bloodaxe counters with a stiff right hand.
Jiang throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Bloodaxe counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Jiang misses with a double jab
enabling Bloodaxe to counter with a crisp jab. #T1#
A left lands for Bloodaxe.
Jiang walks into a stiff left hand from Bloodaxe.
Jiang swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Jiang lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Bloodaxe loads up on a big right hand but Jiang slips the punch.
Bloodaxe sets himself, and Jiang steps forward looking for the clinch! Bloodaxe avoids it this time.
Bloodaxe misses with a hook. Jiang ducked under it nicely.
A nice inside leg kick there by Bloodaxe. That's going to slow Jiang down.
Jiang throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Bloodaxe counters with a straight right hand.
Jiang looks to clinch
and Bloodaxe counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bloodaxe fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Jiang on the side of the head.
Bloodaxe misses the shot to the body.
Bloodaxe swings widly with a right hand
enabling Jiang to counter with a crisp jab.
Bloodaxe misses the shot to the body. #T2#
Good shot there by Bloodaxe.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bloodaxe takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Bloodaxe throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Bloodaxe throws a nice outside leg kick.
Bloodaxe cracks Jiang with a good jab.
Jiang scores with a hook to the body. Bloodaxe takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.
Jiang misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe wants to slow Jiang down by chopping away at his legs.
Bloodaxe throws a leg kick but Jiang sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Jiang is looking to clinch.
Bloodaxe misses with a right hand #CL2#
and Jiang moves into the clinch.
Bloodaxe struggles to land a body shot inside as Jiang controls his hands.
Da Jiang has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Jiang misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A hook to the body from Jiang.
A nice left hand lands by Jiang.
Jiang scores with a nice hook to the head.
Bloodaxe has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Jiang lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Bloodaxe.
Jiang lands an uppercut.
Jiang stalls.
Bloodaxe is trying to break free.
Bloodaxe wants to break the clinch but can't.
Jiang goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Jiang scores with a nice hook to the head.
Bloodaxe wants to break free but Jiang has control.
Jiang misses with a body punch.
Bloodaxe managing to block the knees to the body from Jiang.
Bloodaxe wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Bloodaxe is trying to break the clinch but Jiang is controlling him.
Bloodaxe wants to break the clinch but can't.
#T4#
Jiang lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Bloodaxe backwards.
A left hand lands to the body for Jiang.
Jiang landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Jiang lands a nice uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bloodaxe tries to circle away but Jiang has him pinned against the cage.
Bloodaxe working hard to break the clinch.
Jiang lands a nice uppercut.
Jiang working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Jiang lands with a short shot to the head.
Bloodaxe misses with a short punch on the inside.
Still in the clinch, Jiang scores with a nice short uppercut.
A right hand to the body from Jiang.
Jiang lands a left hand.
Oh Bloodaxe is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Jiang lands with a light punch inside.
Jiang tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Bloodaxe avoids it.
Jiang struggles to land a body shot inside as Bloodaxe controls his hands.
Bloodaxe seems to have got his legs back now.
Jiang lands a nice uppercut.
Jiang is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
And that's the end of the fight!
Da Jiang comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Bloodaxe 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 49:46
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 49:46
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 49:46
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gunnar Bloodaxe!
Gunnar Bloodaxe retains his lightweight title!
An out of breath Gunnar Bloodaxe 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:
C324: Bloodaxe vs Matikainen
Date: Jul 14, 2024 |
#R1#
A punch combination from Matikainen misses.
Matikainen moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Bloodaxe smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Bloodaxe fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Matikainen has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Bloodaxe.
Matikainen walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Bloodaxe keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Bloodaxe loads up on a big right hand but Matikainen slips the punch.
Matikainen 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.
Matikainen misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Matikainen lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Matikainen takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Bloodaxe lands a body shot.
Matikainen uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe scores with a leg kick.
#T1#
Bloodaxe rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bloodaxe takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Bloodaxe misses the shot to the body.
Bloodaxe scores with a shot to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Bloodaxe misses the target.
Matikainen digs a good hook to Bloodaxe's body.
Bloodaxe misses with a body shot.
Matikainen throws out a counter right but Bloodaxe avoids it with no problem.
A nice inside leg kick there by Bloodaxe. That's going to slow Matikainen down.
Matikainen connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Gunnar Bloodaxe seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Matikainen misses with a body kick.
Matikainen throws a poor cross that misses
and Bloodaxe counters with a low kick, right behind Matikainen 's knee.
Matikainen misses with an attempted mid kick.
Bloodaxe throws a low kick but it's checked well by Matikainen.
Matikainen now looks to counter with a shot at the body.#T2#
Bloodaxe scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Bloodaxe lands a head shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Matikainen tries to bum rush Bloodaxe with a series of wild strikes but Bloodaxe uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Jab, jab by Bloodaxe - just one landing.
A bone on bone clash there as Matikainen blocks the leg kick.
Matikainen takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Matikainen lands a jab-cross combination. #CUT2#It looks like Gunnar Bloodaxe has been cut.
Matikainen looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Matikainen tries to land a front kick but Bloodaxe steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Bloodaxe blocks a jab.
Bloodaxe keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
An inside leg kick lands from Bloodaxe. #T3#
Matikainen looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Bloodaxe uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
A low kick from Bloodaxe misses
enabling Matikainen to counter with a crisp jab.
Matikainen takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Bloodaxe listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Matikainen throws a sloppy body shot
and Bloodaxe counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Matikainen throws a body punch but Bloodaxe moves out of range.
Bloodaxe fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Bloodaxe digs a good hook to Matikainen's body.
Matikainen jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Matikainen ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Matikainen appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Matikainen has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Bloodaxe finds it's way round the side to connect with Matikainen's head. #T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A jab from Bloodaxe finds it's way through Matikainen's defenses.
Bloodaxe defending well as Matikainen loads up on a big left hand.
Matikainen takes a jab right on the kisser.
That kick from Bloodaxe tenderised Matikainen's leg. Matikainen is trying to keep his angry face on.
Bloodaxe scores with a sloppy right hand. Matikainen should have avoided that one.
Bloodaxe cracks Matikainen with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Bloodaxe thumps Matikainen with a low kick.
Matikainen throws a big shot that misses.
Matikainen throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Bloodaxe counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Bloodaxe throws a shot to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bloodaxe throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A clash of legs there as Matikainen blocks the low kick.
Matikainen looks to land a left hand but Bloodaxe moved out of range nicely.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Gunnar Bloodaxe dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Gunnar Bloodaxe'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.#R2#
Bloodaxe lands a nice leg kick that just misses Matikainen's sensitive parts.
Bloodaxe thumps Matikainen with a low kick.
Matikainen takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Matikainen keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Matikainen.
Gunnar Bloodaxe is winning the standup battle so far.
Bloodaxe blocks a head kick by Matikainen.
Bloodaxe misses with an uppercut.
Bloodaxe misses the jab.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Matikainen! But no joy.
A lazy body kick from Matikainen
and Bloodaxe counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Bloodaxe.
Nice uppercut lands for Bloodaxe. That snapped Matikainen's head back.
Bloodaxe swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Matikainen.
Nice defenses there by Bloodaxe.#T1#
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Bloodaxe.
Matikainen misses with a body kick.
Matikainen ducks under a wild hook from Bloodaxe.
A nice leg kick lands there from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe misses the shot to the body.
Matikainen follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Matikainen lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Bloodaxe jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bloodaxe misses the jab.
It looks like Bloodaxe has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Bloodaxe throws a body shot but no joy.
Bloodaxe lands an overhand right.
Bloodaxe connects with a body shot that sends Matikainen's belly button to the back.
Matikainen takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
#T2#
Matikainen throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Bloodaxe counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Bloodaxe throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Matikainen stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bloodaxe misses with a left hand
and Matikainen counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Matikainen throws a sloppy body shot
and Bloodaxe counters with a stiff right hand.
Bloodaxe misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Matikainen connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Matikainen on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Bloodaxe lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Bloodaxe catches Matikainen with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Matikainen moves into range and connects with a jab.
Matikainen slips under a jab.
Bloodaxe throws a chopping leg kick but Matikainen manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Matikainen dips to his left and cracks Bloodaxe with an uppercut!#T3#
Bloodaxe tries to work over Matikainen's front leg with a kick but Matikainen checks it.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Matikainen! But no joy.
Matikainen's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Bloodaxe throws a hook to the side of Matikainen's head but Matikainen sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Bloodaxe shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Matikainen appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
The fighters circling - Bloodaxe throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Matikainen appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Matikainen uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A little jabbing left from Matikainen on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Matikainen takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Bloodaxe misses with a looping right.
Bloodaxe slips under a jab from Matikainen.
Matikainen takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Bloodaxe swings away with a body shot that misses
and Matikainen makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Bloodaxe really felt that one!
Bloodaxe throws a predictable looking body shot
and Matikainen counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T4#
Bloodaxe shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Matikainen throws a lazy right hand but Bloodaxe sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Matikainen ducks under a wild hook from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe throws a body punch but Matikainen moves out of range.
Bloodaxe throws a nice outside leg kick.
Bloodaxe takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Matikainen throws a shot from downtown. Bloodaxe moves away and avoids it.
Bloodaxe throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bloodaxe keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bloodaxe throws a lazy uppercut
and Matikainen counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Bloodaxe misses the shot to the body.
Matikainen steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Matikainen slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Gunnar Bloodaxe dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Gunnar Bloodaxe's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R3#
Bloodaxe throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Matikainen swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Bloodaxe misses with a wild body shot.
A big right from Matikainen misses.
Bloodaxe lands a leg kick that knocks Matikainen off balance momentarily.
Bloodaxe staying out of range there.
Matikainen takes one to the side of the head.
Bloodaxe jabs Matikainen right on the nose. Matikainen blinks but takes it well.
Bloodaxe is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Matikainen can do to turn this around?
A looping hook to the body misses from Matikainen. Bloodaxe does a little dance to reset his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloodaxe attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Bloodaxe buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Bloodaxe uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Matikainen.
Bloodaxe connects with a leg kick. #T1#
Matikainen walks into a left hand.
Bloodaxe just misses with a punch to the body.
Bloodaxe moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Matikainen on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Bloodaxe scores with a crisp jab that stopped Matikainen in his tracks.
Bloodaxe throws a looping overhand right but Matikainen ducks down to avoid it.
Matikainen counters with a body kick.
Matikainen swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Matikainen takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Matikainen takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Bloodaxe throws a leg kick that misses.
Matikainen throws out a counter right but Bloodaxe avoids it with no problem.
A nice leg kick lands there from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Matikainen lands with a right hand. #T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bloodaxe moves out of range as Matikainen throws a body kick.
Bloodaxe scores with a nice right hand.
Bloodaxe misses with a looping right.
Matikainen misses with the body kick
and Bloodaxe makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Bloodaxe uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Matikainen.
Bloodaxe throws a leg kick that is checked
letting Matikainen counter with a right hand.
Bloodaxe throws an off balance right hand
and Matikainen counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Bloodaxe lands a leg kick that knocks Matikainen off balance momentarily.
Bloodaxe listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Matikainen ducks under a wild hook from Bloodaxe.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Bloodaxe scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Bloodaxe stuns Matikainen with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#T3#
Bloodaxe throws out a loose jab but Matikainen uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nice shot by Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Matikainen.
Bloodaxe rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Matikainen counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Bloodaxe scores with a sloppy right hand. Matikainen should have avoided that one.
The fighters circling - Matikainen throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Matikainen throws a hook but Bloodaxe avoids it easily.
Bloodaxe feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Bloodaxe swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
As Bloodaxe backs off Matikainen throws a huge counter combo but Bloodaxe manages to avoid it all.
Matikainen keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Matikainen throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Bloodaxe counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bloodaxe uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Matikainen has time to react.#T4#
Bloodaxe misses with a leg kick.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Matikainen! But no joy.
Matikainen throws a half hearted mid kick.
Bloodaxe throws a jab but it's blocked by Matikainen.
Matikainen has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Bloodaxe's jab looks to have found its range, popping Matikainen under the eye.
Matikainen moves out of range of the strikes.
Bloodaxe throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Matikainen sees it coming and avoids it easily.
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!
Bloodaxe uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Matikainen has time to react.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Matikainen checks a leg kick.
Good leg kick by Bloodaxe.
Matikainen takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Bloodaxe lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Bloodaxe missing with a left hand there. Matikainen was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Gunnar Bloodaxe clearly takes that round.
The cut man is working on Gunnar Bloodaxe's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R4#
Matikainen moves out of range of the strikes.
Matikainen throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Matikainen throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Bloodaxe cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bloodaxe thows a leg kick but Matikainen checks it
and Matikainen counters with a stiff right hand.
Matikainen blocks a jab.
Bloodaxe misses with a looping left.
Bloodaxe wants to land a leg kick but Matikainen is out of range.
Matikainen throws a head kick but Bloodaxe moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Matikainen - that will leave a mark!
Good shot there by Matikainen.
Matikainen moves away from the strike by Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe throws a leg kick but Matikainen sees it coming and moves out of range. #T1#
Matikainen throws a right hand that misses
and Bloodaxe counters with a straight right hand.
Bloodaxe scores with the left hand. Matikainen knows he should have avoided that one.
Matikainen looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Bloodaxe throws a solid leg kick but Matikainen takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Bloodaxe.
Matikainen throws a body punch but Bloodaxe moves out of range.
Matikainen moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Bloodaxe throws an off balance right hand
and Matikainen counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Matikainen slips under a jab from Bloodaxe.
Matikainen throws out a counter right but Bloodaxe avoids it with no problem.
Bloodaxe feints and then cracks Matikainen's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Matikainen down.
A swing and a miss from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe throws out a leg kick but Matikainen moves out of range and Bloodaxe only half commits. #T2#
Bloodaxe steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Matikainen.
Bloodaxe throws a quick inside leg kick.
Matikainen takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Bloodaxe misses the shot to the body.
Bloodaxe 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!
Bloodaxe misses with a looping left.
Bloodaxe pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Matikainen doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Bloodaxe looks to throw the jab but Matikainen is out of range.
Bloodaxe misses the shot to the body.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Matikainen might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Bloodaxe has got the better of the exchanges.
Bloodaxe throws a looping overhand right but Matikainen ducks down to avoid it.
Bloodaxe buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Bloodaxe misses with a hook
and Matikainen counters with a straight right hand.#T3#
Matikainen scores with the left hand. Bloodaxe knows he should have avoided that one.
Bloodaxe fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Bloodaxe jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Despite the aggression on Matikainen's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Matikainen throws out a loose jab but Bloodaxe uses good head movement to avoid it.
Matikainen throws a body punch but Bloodaxe moves out of range.
Bloodaxe looks to score with a jab to the body but Matikainen is just out of range.
Bloodaxe misses with a left hand
letting Matikainen counter with a right hand.
Matikainen misses with a head kick.
Bloodaxe takes a swing at Matikainen's ribcage but misses.
Bloodaxe throws a big shot that misses.
Matikainen looks to throw a body kick
and Bloodaxe counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T4#
Matikainen has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Bloodaxe finds it's way round the side to connect with Matikainen's head.
A slapping leg kick lands for Bloodaxe.
Matikainen on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Bloodaxe swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
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!
Bloodaxe misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Matikainen.
Matikainen lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Good work by Matikainen as he checks the leg kick.
Despite the aggression on Matikainen's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Matikainen misses the shot to the body.
Bloodaxe takes a swing at Matikainen's ribcage but misses.
A little jabbing left from Matikainen on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
A jab from Bloodaxe does it's job there.
Matikainen throws a series of punches but Bloodaxe avoids them all with ease.
Bloodaxe appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Gunnar Bloodaxe had his way with DaMatti Matikainen in that round.
The cut man is working on Gunnar Bloodaxe's cut.
That's time! Bloodaxe's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R5#
Matikainen scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
DaMatti Matikainen has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Matikainen throws a shot from downtown. Bloodaxe moves away and avoids it.
Bloodaxe is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Bloodaxe tests Matikainen's chin there with a solid looking shot.
A chopping leg kick lands by Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Bloodaxe scores with a nice strike.
Bloodaxe fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Matikainen on the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloodaxe moves out of range of the strikes.
Good shot there by Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Matikainen throws a body punch but Bloodaxe moves out of range. #T1#
A cross from Bloodaxe lands.
Bloodaxe drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Matikainen drops his hands momentarily and Bloodaxe takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Bloodaxe takes a swing at Matikainen's ribcage but misses.
Matikainen on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Bloodaxe blocks a head kick by Matikainen.
Bloodaxe swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Matikainen throws a right hand that misses
and Bloodaxe counters with a solid body kick.
Bloodaxe scores with a nice strike.
Bloodaxe connects with a solid leg kick.
Bloodaxe lands the left hand.
Bloodaxe moves out of range of the body kick.#T2#
Matikainen lands with a shot to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bloodaxe connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Matikainen momentarily.
Matikainen looks to land a body kick but Bloodaxe moved away.
Bloodaxe swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Matikainen lands with a right hand.
Bloodaxe keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Matikainen.
Matikainen misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bloodaxe.
Matikainen throws a hook but Bloodaxe blocks it.
Matikainen misses with an uppercut.
Bloodaxe moves away from the strike by Matikainen.
Bloodaxe lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.#T3#
Bloodaxe digs a good hook to Matikainen's body.
Bloodaxe lands a glancing blow to the side of Matikainen's head.
Matikainen has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Matikainen walks into a jab.
Matikainen throws a lazy head kick
and Bloodaxe counters with a straight right hand.
Bloodaxe bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Matikainen's head backwards.
Matikainen 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.
Bloodaxe connects with the punch.
Bloodaxe takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Bloodaxe chopping away at his opponent's legs.
#T4#
Bloodaxe cracks a nice hook into Matikainen's ribs.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bloodaxe tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Matikainen is able to avoid easily.
Matikainen throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Matikainen scores with a crisp jab that stopped Bloodaxe in his tracks.
Matikainen ducks under a wild hook from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe feints and then cracks Matikainen's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Matikainen down.
Bloodaxe comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Matikainen scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Bloodaxe fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Matikainen is out of range.
Bloodaxe uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Matikainen has time to react.
Bloodaxe connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Matikainen's hands.
And that's the end of the fight!
Gunnar Bloodaxe showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Bloodaxe 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge George Francis scores the fight 50:45
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 50:45
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 50:45
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gunnar Bloodaxe!
Gunnar Bloodaxe retains his lightweight title!
After winning the bout, Gunnar Bloodaxe 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:
C320: Bloodaxe vs Jiang II
Date: Jun 30, 2024 |
#R1#
Jiang throws a leg kick that is checked
and Bloodaxe counters with a left to the body.
Bloodaxe lands with an uppercut that bounces Jiang off the cage and back into range.
Jiang misses with a low kick.
Bloodaxe chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Jiang misses the jab.
Jiang takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Bloodaxe will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Bloodaxe lands with a hook. Jiang tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
A lazy left from Bloodaxe finds it's target.
A slapping body kick lands there for Jiang.
Jiang misses with a lunging right hand
and Bloodaxe counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Bloodaxe checks a leg kick nicely.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bloodaxe connects with a solid leg kick.
Jiang throws an overhand right that lands on Bloodaxe's shoulder, as Bloodaxe tries to avoid the shot.
Bloodaxe lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Bloodaxe attempts a low kick but it misses it's target. #T1#
Jiang slips a jab from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe throws a low kick but Jiang avoids it.
Jiang bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bloodaxe throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jab from Jiang.
Bloodaxe lands a nice leg kick that just misses Jiang's sensitive parts.
Bloodaxe 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.
Bloodaxe is looking to slow Jiang down with leg kicks.
Jiang misses with an uppercut. Bloodaxe saw that one coming.
Bloodaxe lands a really nice looking cross but Jiang seems unphased.
Jiang misses with a leg kick
and Bloodaxe connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bloodaxe looks to land a right hand but Jiang moved out of range.
Bloodaxe lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Bloodaxe throws a poor cross that misses
and Jiang counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Bloodaxe wants to land a leg kick but Jiang is out of range. #T2#
Jiang throws a lazy right hand but Bloodaxe sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
It looked like Bloodaxe was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Jiang.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bloodaxe throws a quick inside leg kick.
Bloodaxe just misses with a punch to the body.
Jiang swings for the body but Bloodaxe moves out of range.
Bloodaxe throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bloodaxe darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Jiang scores with the left hand. Bloodaxe knows he should have avoided that one. #CUT2#It looks like Gunnar Bloodaxe has been cut.
Jiang misses the jab.
A good leg kick by Bloodaxe.
Jiang throws a hook to the side of Bloodaxe's head but Bloodaxe sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#KD2#
Jiang drops Bloodaxe with a beautiful combination! Bloodaxe stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Jiang is looking for the KO!
Jiang throws a right hand that Bloodaxe ducks under and follows up with a left that Bloodaxe also avoids with ease.
Jiang checks the leg kick nicely there.
Bloodaxe is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Jiang wants to clinch but Bloodaxe slips to the side
and Bloodaxe counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.#T3#
Bloodaxe scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Jiang takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Bloodaxe is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Jiang throws a hook to the side of Bloodaxe's head but Bloodaxe sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Bloodaxe avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Bloodaxe ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Jiang loads up on a big right hand but Bloodaxe slips the punch.
Nice cross by Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Jiang throws a looping overhand right but Bloodaxe ducks down to avoid it.
Bloodaxe slips a straight right by Jiang.
Jiang defending well as Bloodaxe loads up on a big left hand.
Bloodaxe scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Jiang takes a swing at Bloodaxe's ribcage but misses.
Jiang throws a wild body kick that Bloodaxe sees coming a mile off.
Jiang has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Bloodaxe.#T4#
Jiang swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jiang tries to clinch up.
Bloodaxe lands with a good body shot.
Jiang has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Jiang there as he acknowledges the shot.
Bloodaxe moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Jiang walks into a jab.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#BC#
Bloodaxe manages to break the clinch.
Jiang throws a leg kick
and Bloodaxe cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Jiang misses with a hook
and Bloodaxe cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A low kick from Jiang is predictable there
and Bloodaxe connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Jiang goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Bloodaxe is looking to counter punch.
Bloodaxe scores with a punch to the head.
Jiang throws a leg kick but Bloodaxe checks it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Gunnar Bloodaxe dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Gunnar Bloodaxe's cut.
That's time! Bloodaxe's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Bloodaxe scores with a sloppy right hand. Jiang should have avoided that one.
Jiang looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Bloodaxe lands with an overhand left.
Bloodaxe is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Jiang can do to turn this around?
Bloodaxe misses with a hook to the body
and Jiang counters with a nice kick to the body.
Bloodaxe fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jiang manages to avoid it.
A punch combination from Jiang misses.
Bloodaxe avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Bloodaxe misses with a right hand
and Jiang counters with a series of strikes. Bloodaxe will be more careful next time no doubt.
Jiang takes one to the side of the head.
Bloodaxe dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Jiang. That did some damage!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jiang throws a leg kick
and Bloodaxe counters with a slapping leg kick.
Jiang drops his hands momentarily and Bloodaxe takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Bloodaxe wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Bloodaxe throws a body shot but no joy. #T1#
Jiang gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Bloodaxe counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bloodaxe throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Bloodaxe throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jiang now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Jiang keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Jiang throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bloodaxe is looking to counter punch.
Bloodaxe swings and misses with a hook to the body.
It seemed like Jiang was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Jiang misses with a leg kick
and Bloodaxe cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bloodaxe misses with a shot to the body
and Jiang counters with a good low kick that Bloodaxe was not able to check.
Jiang throws a lazy body kick
and Bloodaxe counters with a straight right hand.
Bloodaxe misses with a looping left.
Gunnar Bloodaxe is winning the standup battle so far.
Jiang slips a straight right by Bloodaxe.
It seemed like Jiang was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Bloodaxe scores with a punch to the head.
Bloodaxe works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Bloodaxe lands a right hook to the body.
Gunnar Bloodaxe seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bloodaxe smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Jiang misses with a left hand
and Bloodaxe counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Bloodaxe moves out of range as Jiang strikes.
Good shot there by Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe misses with a low kick as Jiang jumps back.
A big right from Jiang misses.
Jiang keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
A telegraphed right hand from Jiang misses the target.
A slapping leg kick lands for Bloodaxe.
Jiang tries to clinch but Bloodaxe moves out of range.
Bloodaxe misses with a looping right.
Bloodaxe comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Jiang throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Bloodaxe on the side of the head. #T3#
Jiang chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Bloodaxe can pounce on him.
Bloodaxe throws a sloppy body shot
and Jiang connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bloodaxe throws a hook but Jiang blocks it.
It seemed like Jiang was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Jiang on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Jiang gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Nice shot by Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe scores with a nice strike.
Jiang tries to clinch but Bloodaxe moves away
letting Bloodaxe counter with a right hand.
Bloodaxe lands a really nice looking cross but Jiang seems unphased.
Jiang throws a lazy uppercut
and Bloodaxe counters with a straight right hand.
Jiang's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Jiang takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#CL2#
Jiang clinches up with Bloodaxe and pushes him back against the cage.
A nice left hand lands by Jiang.
#BC#
Bloodaxe breaks the clinch.
Bloodaxe wants to land a leg kick but Jiang is out of range. #T4#
Jiang drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Bloodaxe moves away from the strike by Jiang.
Jiang takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
A telegraphed right hand from Jiang misses the target.
Jiang misses the jab.
Jiang rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bloodaxe counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Decent striking displayed by Bloodaxe there.
Jiang tries to clinch there but Bloodaxe circles away.
Jiang tries a head kick but it misses.
Bloodaxe is looking to counter punch.
Bloodaxe with a nice calf kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bloodaxe misses with a straight left.
Jiang moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Jiang ducks under a wild hook from Bloodaxe.
Jiang counters with a body kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Gunnar Bloodaxe dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Gunnar Bloodaxe's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R3#
Bloodaxe throws a half hearted mid kick.
A big right from Jiang misses.
Bloodaxe feinted there with a counter leg kick.
A slow jab from Jiang misses its intended target.
Bloodaxe throws a leg kick but Jiang sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Bloodaxe checks a leg kick.
Bloodaxe scores with a leg kick.
Jiang moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Jiang swings away with a body shot that misses
and Bloodaxe counters with a straight right hand.
Jiang throws a body kick that misses
and Bloodaxe counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Jiang thumps Bloodaxe with a low kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jiang needs to keep his hands up - Bloodaxe had a free shot at his head there.
Jiang ducks under a wild hook from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Jiang looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Jiang on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. #T1#
Jiang throws a lazy right hand but Bloodaxe sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bloodaxe lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Jiang takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Jiang tests Bloodaxe's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Jiang throws a jab when Bloodaxe was well out of range.
Bloodaxe misses with a shot to the body
and Jiang counters with a nice uppercut. #ROC2#Bloodaxe is rocked!
Jiang avoids the body shot from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe just misses with a punch to the body.
Jiang scores with a push kick.
Jiang swings widly with a right hand
and Jiang takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Jiang just misses with a punch to the body.
Bloodaxe looks to throw the jab but Jiang is out of range.
Jiang misses with a hook. Bloodaxe ducked under it nicely.
Bloodaxe fires out a quick counter leg kick but Jiang just manages to avoid it.#T2#
Bloodaxe lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Bloodaxe lands with a good body shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A low kick from Jiang misses
letting Bloodaxe counter with a right hand.
Bloodaxe with a nice calf kick.
Bloodaxe misses with a right hand
and Bloodaxe takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CUT2#Gunnar Bloodaxe's cut is getting worse.
Bloodaxe lands a nice leg kick that just misses Jiang's sensitive parts.
Jiang 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.
A shot to the body from Jiang misses
and Bloodaxe counters with a straight right hand.
Bloodaxe throws a leg kick but Jiang sees it coming and moves out of range.
Bloodaxe throws a hook but Jiang blocks it.
Bloodaxe avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Jiang takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Bloodaxe feints and then cracks Jiang's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Jiang down. #T3#
Jiang on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Bloodaxe. Bloodaxe obviously looking to wear him down.
Bloodaxe throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Jiang on the side of the head.
Jiang works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Jiang throws a poor cross that misses
and Bloodaxe cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bloodaxe feints and then cracks Jiang's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Jiang down.
The fighters circling - Jiang throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
It looked like Bloodaxe was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Jiang.
Bloodaxe scores with a nice strike.
Bloodaxe takes a swing at Jiang's ribcage but misses.
Bloodaxe steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Jiang.
Bloodaxe moves out of range of the body kick.
Jiang checks a leg kick.
Bloodaxe lands a lovely overhand right.
Bloodaxe connects with a jab.#T4#
Bloodaxe misses with a body shot
and Jiang counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jiang rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bloodaxe counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Jiang blocks a leg kick.
Bloodaxe throws a lazy uppercut
letting Jiang counter with a right hand.
Jiang swings for the body but Bloodaxe moves out of range.
Bloodaxe lands a nice hook to Jiang's body. Jiang takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Bloodaxe misses with an uppercut. Jiang saw that one coming.
Jiang blocks a jab.
Jiang takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
The fight stays on the outside here - Jiang looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Jiang misses with an uppercut.
Bloodaxe fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jiang manages to avoid it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Gunnar Bloodaxe clearly takes that round.
The cut man is working on Gunnar Bloodaxe'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.#R4#
Jiang misses with an uppercut. Bloodaxe saw that one coming.
Bloodaxe misses the body punch
and Jiang cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bloodaxe showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Jiang.
Jiang misses with a kick to the body
and Bloodaxe counters with a stiff right hand.
Bloodaxe listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Bloodaxe lands with an overhand left.
Jiang wants to clinch up but Bloodaxe keeps it at a distance.
Bloodaxe appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Jiang has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
The fighters circle momentarily. Bloodaxe darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloodaxe misses with a right hand
and Jiang counters with an inside leg kick.
Bloodaxe scores with a jab to the body.
Bloodaxe jabs at Jiang's body.
Bloodaxe tries to work over Jiang's front leg with a kick but Jiang checks it. #T1#
Jiang takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Bloodaxe scores with a jab to the body.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Jiang 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 Bloodaxe has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Bloodaxe and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Jiang throws a shot to the body.
Bloodaxe lands a nice looking body shot.
#CL2#
Jiang clinches.
Jiang working Bloodaxe over with knees to the body.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.
Jiang effectively controlling the action here.
Jiang lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Bloodaxe backwards.
Jiang content to slow the pace in the clinch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Jiang.
Jiang has Bloodaxe pressed against the cage, preventing Bloodaxe from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bloodaxe.
A frustrated look appears on Bloodaxe's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Jiang digs a right hand into Bloodaxe's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Bloodaxe's gas tank. #T2#
Bloodaxe blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Bloodaxe wants to break free but Jiang has control.
Bloodaxe tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Jiang is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Bloodaxe is keeping busy.
Bloodaxe wants to get back to striking at distance but Jiang won't allow it.
Jiang lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Knees in the clinch landing for Jiang.
Jiang lands a body shot in the clinch.
Jiang lands a knee to the body.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Jiang creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Jiang has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Bloodaxe seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Jiang can turn it around.
Knees in the clinch landing for Jiang.
Bloodaxe managing to block the knees to the body from Jiang.
Jiang stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Jiang lands an uppercut.
A short right from Jiang on the inside.
Jiang lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Jiang lands with a left to the head.
Jiang stalling against the cage.
#T3#
Jiang goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Jiang displaying some good clinch control by pressing Bloodaxe up against the cage.
Jiang lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Bloodaxe backwards.
Jiang misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Bloodaxe.
#BC#
Bloodaxe escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Jiang avoids the body shot from Bloodaxe.
A countering left hand to the body from Jiang misses.
Bloodaxe motions for Jiang to come forward. Bloodaxe throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Jiang pulls out of a head kick attempt.
#CL2#
Jiang has Bloodaxe up against the cage in a clinch.
Jiang lands a left hand that snaps the head of Bloodaxe backwards.
Jiang misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Bloodaxe.
#BC#
Bloodaxe's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T4#
Jiang takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Jiang walks into a jab.
A slapping leg kick lands for Bloodaxe.
Jiang jabs Bloodaxe right on the nose. Bloodaxe blinks but takes it well.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bloodaxe connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Jiang takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Bloodaxe throws a leg kick which misses Jiang's front leg but catches the back leg as Jiang tries to avoid it.
Jiang loads up on a big right hand but Bloodaxe slips the punch.
Good standup being displayed there by Bloodaxe as he connects with a hook.
Jiang waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Bloodaxe throws a leg kick that is checked
and Jiang counters with a nice uppercut.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Jiang checks a leg kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Da Jiang dominated that fourth round.
The cut man is working on Gunnar Bloodaxe's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R5#
Jiang throws a leg kick that is checked
and Bloodaxe connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Jab by Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Jiang has time to react.
Bloodaxe moves out of range of the strikes.
An inside leg kick from Bloodaxe misses.
Jiang misses with a kick to the body.
Bloodaxe moves out of range as Jiang throws a body kick.
Bloodaxe tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jiang was well out of range. Poor timing from Bloodaxe.
Good exchange - Bloodaxe coming out on top.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloodaxe connects with a solid leg kick.
Bloodaxe with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Jiang to score with a decent uppercut.
Bloodaxe checks a low kick from Jiang.
Bloodaxe with the inside leg kick. #T1#
Bloodaxe misses with a right hand
and Jiang cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Oh Bloodaxe is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Nice straight punches there by Bloodaxe. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Bloodaxe seems to have got his legs back now.
Jiang swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Bloodaxe misses with a hook
and Jiang counters with a right hand to the body.
Bloodaxe bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Jiang's head.
Bloodaxe connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Bloodaxe scores with a sloppy right hand. Jiang should have avoided that one.
The fighters circle momentarily. Bloodaxe darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Jiang slips a straight right by Bloodaxe.
Jiang misses with an uppercut.
Bloodaxe tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jiang was well out of range. Poor timing from Bloodaxe.#T2#
Jiang keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A big left from Jiang misses.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bloodaxe with the inside leg kick.
Bloodaxe uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Jiang misses with a looping left.
Jiang missing with a left hand there. Bloodaxe was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Jiang moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Jiang closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Jiang tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bloodaxe was well out of range. Poor timing from Jiang.
Jiang misses with a right hand
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Jiang moves out of range of the strikes.
Bloodaxe's jab looks to have found its range, popping Jiang under the eye.
Da Jiang has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Jiang scores with a leg kick.
Jiang fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Jiang keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bloodaxe stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Jiang.
Bloodaxe swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Jiang.
Jiang tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Bloodaxe counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bloodaxe takes one to the side of the head.
Bloodaxe ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bloodaxe lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Jiang at a distance.
A big right from Jiang misses.
Bloodaxe throwing a counter right hand but Jiang manages to avoid it.
A jab from Bloodaxe does it's job there.
A punch lands to the side of Jiang 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jiang has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Bloodaxe.#T4#
A good leg kick by Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe connects with an inside leg kick.
Bloodaxe throws a low kick but Jiang avoids it.
Bloodaxe scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Jiang doesn't seem bothered though.
Jiang stuns Bloodaxe with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.
Bloodaxe scores with a crisp jab that stopped Jiang in his tracks.
Bloodaxe uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Jiang.
The fighters circling - Bloodaxe throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Jiang wants to counter with a clinch but Bloodaxe pushes him away.
Jiang throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bloodaxe sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A shot to the liver by Jiang. Beautiful body shot.
A big left from Bloodaxe misses.
Jiang fails to land with a series of punches.
And that's the end of the fight!
Gunnar Bloodaxe showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Bloodaxe 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Edson Gomes scores the fight 49:46
Judge Luis Engracia scores the fight 49:46
Judge Mauricio Rocha scores the fight 49:46
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gunnar Bloodaxe!
Gunnar Bloodaxe retains his lightweight title!
Gunnar Bloodaxe decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
C315: Jiang vs Bloodaxe
Date: Jun 16, 2024 |
#R1#
Jiang looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Bloodaxe lands the left hand.
Jiang looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Bloodaxe on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Bloodaxe gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Jiang.
Bloodaxe lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Jiang ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Jiang slips a straight right by Bloodaxe.
Jiang is looking to land body kicks.
Bloodaxe slips under a jab from Jiang.
Jiang looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Jiang loads up on a big right hand but Bloodaxe slips the punch.
Bloodaxe flicks out a counter leg kick but Jiang steps away.
Bloodaxe connects with a good right hand that stumbles Jiang. Jiang circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Da Jiang seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bloodaxe uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jiang.
Bloodaxe 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.
Jiang moves away from the strike by Bloodaxe.
Nice body punch from Bloodaxe.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jiang connects with a jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jiang. Bloodaxe does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bloodaxe avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Bloodaxe flicks out a counter leg kick but Jiang steps away.#T1#
Jiang walks into a left hand.
Jiang throws a body shot but no joy.
Jiang looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Jiang misses with the combination.
Bloodaxe is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Jiang with a body shot.
Bloodaxe throws out a leg kick but Jiang moves out of range and Bloodaxe only half commits.
Jiang throws an off balance right hand
and Bloodaxe counters with a nice uppercut.
A clash of legs there as Jiang blocks the low kick.
Jiang moves out of range as Bloodaxe strikes.
Jiang keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Jiang throws a solid leg kick but Bloodaxe takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Jiang.
Jiang throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Bloodaxe on the side of the head.
Bloodaxe scores with a decent looking hook.
Bloodaxe scores with a hook.
Bloodaxe jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bloodaxe keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Jiang.
Jiang throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#T2#
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!
Jiang throws a jab when Bloodaxe was well out of range.
Bloodaxe throws a poor cross that misses
and Jiang counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bloodaxe blocks the body kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jiang. Bloodaxe does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bloodaxe lands with a good body shot.
Jiang avoids the body shot from Bloodaxe.
Jiang throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A big left from Bloodaxe misses.
Bloodaxe walks into a left hand.
Bloodaxe scores with a hook.
Bloodaxe is looking to chop away at Jiang's legs.
Nice uppercut there from Jiang.
Jiang lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Bloodaxe at a distance.
Jiang is looking to chop away at Bloodaxe's legs.
Jiang fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Jiang on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Bloodaxe connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. #T3#
Nice uppercut lands for Jiang. That snapped Bloodaxe's head back.
Bloodaxe delivers a nice body kick.
Jiang defending well as Bloodaxe loads up on a big left hand.
Jiang ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Jiang throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jiang misses with an uppercut. Bloodaxe saw that one coming.
Jiang 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.
A solid leg kick lands there for Jiang.
Jiang misses with a straight left.
Nice defenses there by Bloodaxe.
A jab from Jiang misses.
Jiang throws a series of punches but Bloodaxe avoids them all with ease.
A low kick lands for Bloodaxe.
Jiang misses with a two punch combination.
A left lands for Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe with a nice calf kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jiang throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T4#
Bloodaxe chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Jiang can pounce on him.
Jiang gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Bloodaxe throws a jab but it's blocked by Jiang.
Jiang uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe scores with a sloppy right hand. Jiang should have avoided that one.
Bloodaxe changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Bloodaxe is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Jiang had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Jiang misses with a body shot.
Jiang slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Jiang dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Bloodaxe. That did some damage!
Jiang connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
A solid leg kick lands there for Bloodaxe.
Jiang misses with a looping left.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bloodaxe avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Bloodaxe looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Bloodaxe misses with a wild body shot.
Jiang misses with a jab to the body
and Bloodaxe counters with a nice uppercut.
Bloodaxe is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Jiang swings and misses with a hook to the body.
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 Da Jiang will probably get the nod.
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.#R2#
Jiang slips under a jab from Bloodaxe.
Jiang misses with a straight left.
Bloodaxe looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Bloodaxe throws a body punch but Jiang moves out of range.
Bloodaxe with the inside leg kick.
Da Jiang is winning the standup battle so far.
Jiang throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bloodaxe's jab looks to have found its range, popping Jiang under the eye.
Jiang misses with a looping right.
A jab from Bloodaxe misses.
Bloodaxe takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Bloodaxe throws a lazy right hand but Jiang sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Jiang swings for the body but Bloodaxe moves out of range.
A little jabbing left from Bloodaxe on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Jiang throws a hook but Bloodaxe blocks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloodaxe lands a jab to the nose.#CL#
Jiang closes the distance and clinches.
Bloodaxe lands an uppercut.
Jiang tries to throw a body punch but Bloodaxe avoids it by throwing Jiang back against the cage. #BC2#
Bloodaxe breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jiang swinging wildly here.
#T1#
Bloodaxe throws a lazy right hand but Jiang sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bloodaxe scores with a decent looking hook.
Jiang moves out of range as Bloodaxe strikes.
Bloodaxe throws a looping overhand right but Jiang ducks down to avoid it.
Jiang throws a front kick that sends Bloodaxe stumbling back into the cage.
Jiang has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Bloodaxe finds it's way round the side to connect with Jiang's head.
Bloodaxe slips under a jab.
Bloodaxe doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
A lazy body kick from Jiang
and Bloodaxe counters with a straight right hand.
Bloodaxe connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Jiang momentarily.
Jiang connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
That kick from Bloodaxe tenderised Jiang's leg. Jiang is trying to keep his angry face on.
Bloodaxe slips a jab from Jiang.
Bloodaxe appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Jiang misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bloodaxe.
Jiang throws a lazy uppercut
enabling Bloodaxe to counter with a crisp jab.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jiang throws a low kick but Bloodaxe moves out of range easily. #T2#
Jiang looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Bloodaxe was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Jiang misses with a looping right.
Jiang lands a jab to Bloodaxe's midsection.
Jiang rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bloodaxe counters with a thumping low kick.
Jiang tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Bloodaxe uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jiang.
It seemed like Bloodaxe was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Bloodaxe keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jiang walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Jiang misses with a double jab
and Bloodaxe counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Jiang looks to score with a jab to the body but Bloodaxe is just out of range.
Bloodaxe has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Bloodaxe scores with a punch to the head.
Bloodaxe misses the jab.#CL#
Jiang clinches up against the cage.
A shot in the inside from Jiang. #BC2#
Bloodaxe breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Bloodaxe throws out a powerful jab.#T3#
Nice defenses there by Bloodaxe.
Jiang chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Bloodaxe throws a leg kick but Jiang moved away.
Jiang misses with a wild combination.
Bloodaxe on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Jiang. Jiang obviously looking to wear him down.
Bloodaxe's jab looks to have found its range, popping Jiang under the eye.
Jiang uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bloodaxe.
Jiang tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bloodaxe was well out of range. Poor timing from Jiang.
Bloodaxe feints a counter leg kick.
Bloodaxe throws a leg kick which misses Jiang's front leg but catches the back leg as Jiang tries to avoid it.
Jiang is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Jiang throws a body punch but Bloodaxe moves out of range.
Jiang misses with a body shot.
#CL#
Jiang instigates a clinch.
Jiang lands with a left to the head.
Jiang lands a body shot in the clinch.
#T4#
Nice body punch from Jiang - that landed with a thud.
#BC2#
Bloodaxe pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
A nice inside leg kick there by Bloodaxe. That's going to slow Jiang down.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bloodaxe throws a shot from downtown. Jiang moves away and avoids it.
Jiang looks to clinch
and Bloodaxe cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Jiang swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Jiang backing away here, and Bloodaxe unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Bloodaxe throws a leg kick but Jiang sees it coming and moves out of range.
Bloodaxe shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Jiang misses the shot to the body.
The fighters circling - Bloodaxe throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Jiang tries to counter by clinching up but Bloodaxe breaks away and moves out of range.
Jiang throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Jiang takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Jiang scores with a nice body kick.
Bloodaxe ducks right into an uppercut from Jiang.
Jiang looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Nice uppercut lands for Jiang. That snapped Bloodaxe's head back.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bloodaxe ducks under a wild hook from Jiang.
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 Da Jiang will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R3#
Jiang rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bloodaxe makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Bloodaxe slips a jab and a cross from Jiang.
Bloodaxe misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jiang.
Bloodaxe cracks a nice hook into Jiang's ribs.
A solid leg kick lands there for Jiang.
Nice defenses there by Bloodaxe.
A head kick from Jiang lands but Bloodaxe takes it in his stride. #CL#
Jiang clinches up with Bloodaxe and pushes him back against the cage.
Bloodaxe is trying to break free.
A shot in the inside from Bloodaxe. #BC2#
Bloodaxe breaks from the clinch.
Jiang throws a hook but Bloodaxe avoids it easily.
Bloodaxe tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Bloodaxe ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bloodaxe takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Jiang takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
A left and a right from Jiang both land. Nice combination. #T1#
Jiang looks to score with a jab to the body but Bloodaxe is just out of range.
Bloodaxe with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Bloodaxe throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bloodaxe cracks Jiang with a right hand to the side of the head.
Jiang checks a leg kick nicely.
Jiang ducks under a wild hook from Bloodaxe.
Jiang swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Bloodaxe tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Bloodaxe avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Jiang swings for the body but Bloodaxe moves out of range.
Bloodaxe lands a jab to the nose.
Jiang misses with a few strikes there.
Bloodaxe moves away from the strike by Jiang.
Jiang misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
The fighters circle momentarily. Bloodaxe darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Bloodaxe looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
#T2#
Jiang fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Bloodaxe swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bloodaxe slips under a jab from Jiang.
Jiang tries to land a front kick but Bloodaxe steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Bloodaxe looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Jiang ducks under a wild hook from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Jiang lands a jab to the head.
Bloodaxe throws a jab when Jiang was well out of range.
Bloodaxe gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Jiang.
Jiang tries to move into range but Bloodaxe moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Jiang misses the shot to the body.
Bloodaxe slips a jab and a cross from Jiang.
Jiang on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Jiang avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Bloodaxe throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#T3#
Jiang fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Bloodaxe has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Jiang uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bloodaxe.
Jiang misses with a straight right.
Jiang missing with a left hand there. Bloodaxe was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Jiang fails in his attempt to clinch.
Bloodaxe missing with a left hand there. Jiang was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Jiang misses with a low kick.
Bloodaxe now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Jiang misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Jiang throws a jab but it's blocked by Bloodaxe.
Jiang throws a sloppy body shot
enabling Bloodaxe to counter with a crisp jab.
Jiang pivots, looking for a leg kick but Bloodaxe is out of range and Jiang settles back down.
Jiang misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Bloodaxe feints and then cracks Jiang's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Jiang down.
Bloodaxe throws out a powerful jab.
Bloodaxe keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bloodaxe connects with a right hand. Jiang shakes it off.#T4#
Bloodaxe is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Bloodaxe uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jiang.
Jiang slips a jab from Bloodaxe.
Jiang is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Bloodaxe.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bloodaxe scores with a hook to the body. Jiang takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Jiang throws a hook to the side of Bloodaxe's head but Bloodaxe sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Bloodaxe appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Bloodaxe jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A swing and a miss from Jiang.
Jiang on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Bloodaxe cracks Jiang with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
A left lands for Bloodaxe.
Jiang thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bloodaxe doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.#CL#
Jiang rushes Bloodaxe and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jiang blocks a body shot from Bloodaxe.
Jiang putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Bloodaxe in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Jiang lands a shot to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close third round but Gunnar Bloodaxe just about did enough to take it.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R4#
Jiang getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Jiang moves out of range as Bloodaxe strikes.
Bloodaxe throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jiang looking to land some kicks to the body here.
It seemed like Bloodaxe was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Bloodaxe keeps the fight on the outside.
Jiang pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
It seemed like Bloodaxe was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Bloodaxe misses with a body shot.
Jiang fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bloodaxe manages to avoid it.
Bloodaxe tests Jiang's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Jiang looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Jiang throws a leg kick that is checked
and Bloodaxe counters with a nice body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A big right from Bloodaxe misses.
Jiang swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Jiang keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe scores with a nice head shot.
Jiang throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Jiang drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.#T1#
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Jiang - that will leave a mark!
Jiang looks for the body kick but Bloodaxe saw that one coming.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Bloodaxe! But no joy.
Jiang pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Bloodaxe misses with a looping right.
Bloodaxe moves out of range of the body kick from Jiang.
Bloodaxe catches Jiang with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Jiang displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bloodaxe throws out the jab.
Jiang 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.
Bloodaxe connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Jiang slips a straight right by Bloodaxe.
Jiang fails with an attempt to clinch.
Jiang misses with a body shot.
Jiang connects with a looping right hand.
Bloodaxe lands with a shot to the body.
Bloodaxe looks to throw the jab but Jiang is out of range.
Jiang throwing a counter right hand but Bloodaxe manages to avoid it.#T2#
A thudding body kick lands there by Jiang!
A looping hook to the body misses from Bloodaxe. Jiang does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bloodaxe checks a leg kick.
Bloodaxe lands a nice hook to Jiang's body. Jiang takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jiang keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bloodaxe.#CL#
Jiang clinches up with Bloodaxe and pushes him back against the cage.#BC2#
Bloodaxe escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Jiang fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Bloodaxe.
Jiang throws a jab but it's blocked by Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Jiang throws a body punch but Bloodaxe moves out of range.
Nice defenses there by Jiang.
Jiang swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A telegraphed right hand from Bloodaxe misses the target.
A jab from Jiang misses.
Jiang fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bloodaxe manages to avoid it.
Bloodaxe swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T3#
Jiang with a nice calf kick.
Jiang moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Bloodaxe pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Bloodaxe misses with a hook.
Jiang jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bloodaxe motions for Jiang to come forward. Bloodaxe throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Jiang fails in his attempt to clinch.
A countering left hand to the body from Bloodaxe misses.
Bloodaxe lands a nice hook to Jiang's body. Jiang takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Jiang throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Jiang waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bloodaxe.
Jiang connects with a looping right hand.
Jiang doesn't manage to clinch there - Bloodaxe circles away.
Jiang takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Bloodaxe throws a hook but Jiang blocks it.#T4#
Jiang keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe connects with an inside leg kick.
Nice jab there from Bloodaxe.
Jiang uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe defending well as Jiang loads up on a big left hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jiang has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Bloodaxe finds it's way round the side to connect with Jiang's head.
Bloodaxe throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Bloodaxe with a nice cross.
Jiang lands a jab to Bloodaxe's midsection.
Bloodaxe bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Jiang scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Bloodaxe cracks Jiang with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
The fighters circling - Jiang throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Jiang moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Jiang swings for the body but Bloodaxe moves out of range.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close fourth round but Gunnar Bloodaxe will probably get the nod - 10:9.
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!#R5#
Bloodaxe throws a jab but it's blocked by Jiang. #CL#
Jiang has taken the fight to the clinch.
Jiang misses with a hook to the ribs.
Jiang lands a left hand.
A right handed body shot lands from Bloodaxe.
Jiang misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Bloodaxe.
#BC2#
Bloodaxe manages to break the clinch.
Bloodaxe keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Bloodaxe uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jiang.
The fighters circling - Bloodaxe throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Bloodaxe missing with a left hand there. Jiang was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jiang ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Jiang lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Bloodaxe at a distance.
Jiang takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Jiang fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bloodaxe manages to avoid it.
Jiang connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#T1#
A nice leg kick lands there from Jiang.
Jiang lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
A punch lands to the side of Jiang 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Bloodaxe fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jiang manages to avoid it.
Jiang tries a low kick but Bloodaxe avoids it.
Jiang misses with a straight left.
Jiang throws a combination. Bloodaxe tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Jiang pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A little jabbing left from Bloodaxe on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Jiang tries to clinch but fails miserably
enabling Bloodaxe to counter with a crisp jab.
Bloodaxe swats away the attempt to clinch by Jiang.
Jiang has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Jiang there as he acknowledges the shot.
Jiang throws a leg kick but Bloodaxe sees it coming and moves out of range.
Jiang lands a slapping body shot.
#T2#
Bloodaxe cracks Jiang with a right hand to the side of the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A jab lands there for Jiang.
Bloodaxe attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Jiang doesn't manage to clinch there - Bloodaxe circles away.
Jiang connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Bloodaxe momentarily.
Jiang scores with a jab. Bloodaxe acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Jiang missing with a left hand there. Bloodaxe was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Jiang ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bloodaxe moves away.
Jiang thows a leg kick but Bloodaxe checks it
and Bloodaxe counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Jiang misses with a leg kick
and Bloodaxe counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bloodaxe looks to throw the jab but Jiang is out of range.
A jab from Jiang misses.
Bloodaxe looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Bloodaxe listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Jiang throws a hook to the side of Bloodaxe's head but Bloodaxe sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T3#
Bloodaxe lands a really nice looking cross but Jiang seems unphased.
Bloodaxe connects with a looping right hand.
Bloodaxe throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bloodaxe keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jiang lands with a nice combination. Bloodaxe backs away looking to recover.
Jiang throws a half hearted mid kick.
Jiang uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe lands a nice looking body shot.
Jiang uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bloodaxe.
Jiang misses with a jab to the body
and Bloodaxe makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Jiang scores with the left hand. Bloodaxe knows he should have avoided that one.
Jiang scores with a nice head shot.
Bloodaxe uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jiang.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jiang checks a low kick from Bloodaxe.
Jiang throws a jab when Bloodaxe was well out of range.#T4#
Jiang blocks a jab.
Nice cross by Bloodaxe.
Jiang lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Bloodaxe at a distance.
Bloodaxe stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
The fighters circling - Bloodaxe throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Jiang misses with a hook. Bloodaxe ducked under it nicely.
Jiang keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bloodaxe.
Jiang doesn't manage to clinch there - Bloodaxe circles away.
Jiang fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Bloodaxe has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Bloodaxe misses with a hook. Jiang ducked under it nicely.
Jiang moves out of range of the body kick.
Bloodaxe on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Jiang lands a right hook to the body.
Jiang throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bloodaxe keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
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 Da Jiang.
I think Jiang 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 47:48
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 47:48
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 49:46
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Gunnar Bloodaxe!
Gunnar Bloodaxe is the new lightweight champion!
Gunnar Bloodaxe thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
C311: Martin vs Slaissi
Date: Jun 02, 2024 |
#R1#
Mcgee misses with a hook. Bloodaxe ducked under it nicely.
Mcgee takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
A swing and a miss from Bloodaxe.
Mcgee jabbing away but nothing is landing.
It seemed like Bloodaxe was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Bloodaxe throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A head kick misses from Mcgee.
Bloodaxe now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Mcgee moves out of range as Bloodaxe strikes.
Bloodaxe moves into range and connects with a jab.
Mcgee 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mcgee defending well as Bloodaxe loads up on a big left hand.
Bloodaxe scores with a jab to the head.
Mcgee really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Mcgee connects with a body shot that sends Bloodaxe's belly button to the back.
Mcgee fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Bloodaxe.
Gunnar Bloodaxe seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Bloodaxe scores with a body shot.
Mcgee misses with a body shot.
Some wild striking there from Mcgee.
Bloodaxe uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Mcgee.
Mcgee misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Mcgee ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bloodaxe moves away.
Bloodaxe appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Bloodaxe lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Bloodaxe misses with a looping right.
A little feinted left hand from Mcgee on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Mcgee ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bloodaxe moves away.
Mcgee waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bloodaxe.
A big left from Mcgee misses.
Bloodaxe with a body punch. A glancing blow. #T2#
Mcgee throws the left hand but Bloodaxe avoids the punch easily.
A nice side step and Bloodaxe releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Mcgee uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bloodaxe.
Mcgee takes a swing at Bloodaxe's ribcage but misses.
Bloodaxe misses with a right hand
and Mcgee counters with a leg kick.
Bloodaxe missing with a left hand there. Mcgee was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Bloodaxe stuns Mcgee with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
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!
Bloodaxe keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bloodaxe doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Bloodaxe takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Bloodaxe looks to throw the jab but Mcgee is out of range.
Bloodaxe throws a jab but it's blocked by Mcgee.
Mcgee misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Bloodaxe uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Mcgee.
#T3#
Mcgee moves forwards but Bloodaxe connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Bloodaxe misses with a hook
and Mcgee counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Mcgee throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Mcgee throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Bloodaxe lands a nice leg kick that just misses Mcgee's sensitive parts.
Bloodaxe scores with a hook.
Bloodaxe rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Mcgee counters with a series of strikes. Bloodaxe will be more careful next time no doubt.
Mcgee lands with a nice combination. Bloodaxe backs away looking to recover.#CUT#It looks like Gunnar Bloodaxe has been cut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Good leg kick by Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Mcgee on the side of the head.
A jab from Mcgee finds it's way through Bloodaxe's defenses.
Bloodaxe showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Mcgee.
#T4#
Mcgee blocks a low kick nicely.
Bloodaxe is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Mcgee.
Bloodaxe lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Mcgee at a distance.
Mcgee uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe avoids the body shot from Mcgee.
Mcgee tries to move into range but Bloodaxe moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Mcgee throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bloodaxe swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Mcgee ducks right into an uppercut from Bloodaxe.
Mcgee uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
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 Rockwell Mcgee will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Gunnar Bloodaxe'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.#R2#
Bloodaxe checks a low kick from Mcgee.
Bloodaxe pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Mcgee fails to land with a series of punches.
Bloodaxe fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Bloodaxe misses with a straight left.
Bloodaxe lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Mcgee at a distance.
A cross from Bloodaxe lands.
A big right from Bloodaxe misses.
Gunnar Bloodaxe seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Bloodaxe throws a leg kick but Mcgee sees it coming and checks it nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloodaxe checks the leg kick.
Mcgee connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Nice shot by Bloodaxe.
Mcgee walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Rockwell Mcgee is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T1#
Mcgee walks into a left hand.
Mcgee fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bloodaxe manages to avoid it.
Bloodaxe rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
letting Mcgee counter with a right hand.
Bloodaxe throws a leg kick which misses Mcgee's front leg but catches the back leg as Mcgee tries to avoid it.
A punch lands to the side of Mcgee 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Bloodaxe works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Mcgee tries to move into range but Bloodaxe moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Mcgee throws a hook but Bloodaxe blocks it.
Mcgee connects with a nice looking jab.
Good work by Bloodaxe as he checks the leg kick.
Bloodaxe connects with a body shot.#T2#
Bloodaxe throws a body punch but Mcgee moves out of range.
Mcgee is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bloodaxe moves away from the strike by Mcgee.
Mcgee misses with a body kick.
Bloodaxe throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Bloodaxe avoids the body shot from Mcgee.
Bloodaxe feints and then cracks Mcgee's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Mcgee down.
Mcgee displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bloodaxe throws out the jab.
Bloodaxe showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Mcgee.
Bloodaxe lunges at Mcgee with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Mcgee's hand.
Mcgee throws a front kick aimed at Bloodaxe's knee but Bloodaxe avoids it well.
Bloodaxe only half commits to the counter leg kick.#T3#
Bloodaxe misses with an uppercut. Mcgee saw that one coming.
Mcgee waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Mcgee slips under a jab from Bloodaxe.
Mcgee throws a series of punches but Bloodaxe moves out of range.
Mcgee has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Bloodaxe finds it's way round the side to connect with Mcgee's head.
Mcgee throws a good cross that connects.
Bloodaxe with a hook.
Mcgee 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.
Bloodaxe lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Mcgee at a distance.
Bloodaxe scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Bloodaxe throws a lazy right hand but Mcgee sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Mcgee lands a front kick.#T4#
Mcgee ducks under a wild hook from Bloodaxe.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mcgee falls off balance throwing a combination
enabling Bloodaxe to counter with a crisp jab.
Bloodaxe looks to land a right hand but Mcgee moved out of range.
Bloodaxe scores with a nice right hand.
Mcgee ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bloodaxe moves away.
Bloodaxe slips a jab from Mcgee.
Bloodaxe was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Bloodaxe will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Mcgee punishes Bloodaxe's body with a nice straight punch.
Bloodaxe with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Mcgee to score with a decent uppercut.
Mcgee is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Gunnar Bloodaxe showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Gunnar Bloodaxe'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#
Mcgee misses with a low kick.
Mcgee misses with a hook. Bloodaxe ducked under it nicely.
Mcgee throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bloodaxe scores with a sloppy right hand. Mcgee should have avoided that one.
Bloodaxe misses with a hook.
Bloodaxe lands an overhand right.
Bloodaxe connects with the punch.
Bloodaxe lands with a good body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloodaxe throws an off balance right hand
and Mcgee counters with a nice uppercut.
A punch lands to the side of Mcgee 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Mcgee looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Mcgee takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Mcgee misses with a low kick.
#T1#
Bloodaxe tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Bloodaxe swings for the body but Mcgee moves out of range.
Bloodaxe misses with a hook.
Mcgee takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Bloodaxe looks to land a left hand but Mcgee moved out of range nicely.
Bloodaxe throws a leg kick but Mcgee sees it coming and moves out of range.
Mcgee slips under a jab from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe ducks under a wild hook from Mcgee.
Bloodaxe scores with a hook.
Mcgee blocks a jab.
That kick from Bloodaxe tenderised Mcgee's leg. Mcgee is trying to keep his angry face on.
Mcgee misses with an uppercut. #T2#
Bloodaxe slips a jab and a cross from Mcgee.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Mcgee might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Bloodaxe misses with a straight right.
Bloodaxe scores with a crisp jab that stopped Mcgee in his tracks.
Mcgee is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Mcgee avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Bloodaxe with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Bloodaxe attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Nice shot lands for Mcgee.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Mcgee misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Mcgee pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Bloodaxe scores with a leg kick.
Bloodaxe thows a left - swing and a miss! #T3#
Mcgee misses with a series of wild punches.
Bloodaxe is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Mcgee.
Bloodaxe just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromMcgee.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Bloodaxe.
Mcgee slips under a jab from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe throws a hook but Mcgee avoids it easily.
Bloodaxe throws a leg kick but Mcgee checks it.
Bloodaxe throws a leg kick but Mcgee moved away.
Mcgee slips under a jab.
Bloodaxe connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Mcgee's hands.
Mcgee with a hook.#T4#
Mcgee is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bloodaxe.
Mcgee keeps Bloodaxe at a distance using the push kick.
Mcgee displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bloodaxe throws out the jab.
Bloodaxe with the inside leg kick.
Mcgee throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Mcgee sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bloodaxe jabbing away but nothing is landing.
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!
Bloodaxe throws a body punch but Mcgee moves out of range.
Bloodaxe throws a lazy right hand but Mcgee sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bloodaxe looks to land a left hand but Mcgee moved out of range nicely.
Bloodaxe fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Mcgee is out of range.
And that's the end of the fight!
Gunnar Bloodaxe comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Bloodaxe 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 Leandro Rodrigues scores the fight 28:30
Judge Mauricio Rocha scores the fight 28:29
Judge Edson Gomes scores the fight 28:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gunnar Bloodaxe!
Gunnar Bloodaxe decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
C304: Marley vs Anderson II
Date: May 12, 2024 |
#R1#
Alderidge misses with a looping right.
An attempted straight right counter from Bloodaxe misses the target.
Bloodaxe blocks a leg kick.
Bloodaxe avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Alderidge misses with a right hand
enabling Bloodaxe to counter with a crisp jab.
Bloodaxe moves out of range of the body kick.
Bloodaxe 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.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Alderidge.
Alderidge misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Alderidge.
A low kick from Alderidge misses
and Bloodaxe counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Alderidge lands with a hook. Bloodaxe tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Bloodaxe throws a leg kick
and Alderidge counters with a thumping low kick.
A low kick from Alderidge misses
and Bloodaxe counters with a nice uppercut.
Bloodaxe misses with a low kick.
It seemed like Alderidge was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Alderidge lands with a right hand.
Bloodaxe blocks a jab.
Bloodaxe avoids a punch combination nicely.
A low kick from Alderidge is predictable there
and Bloodaxe counters with a straight right hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Alderidge throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Bloodaxe throws a leg kick which misses Alderidge's front leg but catches the back leg as Alderidge tries to avoid it. #T1#
Bloodaxe steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Alderidge.
Alderidge avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Bloodaxe looks to land a right hand but Alderidge moved out of range.
Alderidge ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Ranger Alderidge seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Alderidge scores with a body shot.
A big left from Alderidge misses.
A big right from Alderidge misses.
Alderidge lands a body shot.
Good work by Bloodaxe as he checks the leg kick.
Bloodaxe scores with a hook.
Good work by Alderidge as he checks the leg kick.
Alderidge misses with an uppercut
and Bloodaxe makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
A big right from Bloodaxe misses.
Alderidge misses the body punch
enabling Bloodaxe to counter with a crisp jab.
Alderidge connects with a leg kick.
Bloodaxe avoids a kick to the body.
It looked like Bloodaxe wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Alderidge moves out of range of the leg kick from Bloodaxe.
Alderidge waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bloodaxe.#T2#
Alderidge ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bloodaxe moves away.
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!
Bloodaxe throws a good cross that connects.
Alderidge throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Alderidge throws a lazy right hand but Bloodaxe sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Alderidge looks to land a left hand but Bloodaxe moved out of range nicely.
A counter left hand to the body from Bloodaxe misses its target.
Bloodaxe lands a nice leg kick that just misses Alderidge's sensitive parts.
Bloodaxe throws a front kick aimed at Alderidge's knee but Alderidge avoids it well.
Alderidge looks to throw the jab but Bloodaxe is out of range.
Bloodaxe was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Alderidge throws a low kick but Bloodaxe avoids it.
Alderidge loads up on a big right hand but Bloodaxe slips the punch.
Alderidge throws a nice inside leg kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bloodaxe. Alderidge does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bloodaxe lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
A big right from Bloodaxe misses.
Bloodaxe slips a jab from Alderidge.
Bloodaxe connects with the punch.
Alderidge with a nice calf kick.
Alderidge throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
An attempted straight right counter from Bloodaxe misses the target.#T3#
Alderidge throws a right hand that misses
and Bloodaxe counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Crunch! Alderidge slams his shin into Bloodaxe's torso.
Alderidge fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bloodaxe manages to avoid it.
Bloodaxe with a jab.
Alderidge cracks Bloodaxe with a right hand to the side of the head.
Alderidge swings widly with a right hand
and Bloodaxe counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Alderidge lands with an overhand left.
Alderidge throws a quick inside leg kick.
Bloodaxe uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Alderidge.
Alderidge explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Alderidge doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Bloodaxe lands a leg kick that knocks Alderidge off balance momentarily.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Alderidge throws a front kick aimed at Bloodaxe's knee but Bloodaxe avoids it well.
A nice leg kick lands there from Bloodaxe.
Alderidge tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bloodaxe was well out of range. Poor timing from Alderidge.
Alderidge thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bloodaxe ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bloodaxe tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Alderidge was well out of range. Poor timing from Bloodaxe.#T4#
Alderidge takes a swing at Bloodaxe's ribcage but misses.
Bloodaxe throws a lazy right hand but Alderidge sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A slow jab from Alderidge misses its intended target.
Alderidge misses with a wild body shot.
Bloodaxe throws a hook but Alderidge blocks it.
Alderidge blocks a leg kick.
Alderidge throws a chopping leg kick but Bloodaxe manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Alderidge is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Alderidge walks into a jab.
Bloodaxe is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Alderidge.
Alderidge attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Bloodaxe's corner calls for a 1-2. Bloodaxe obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Alderidge misses with a leg kick
and Bloodaxe counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bloodaxe misses with a straight left.
Bloodaxe lands with a hook. Alderidge tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Alderidge takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Alderidge lands a nice leg kick that just misses Bloodaxe's sensitive parts.
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 Gunnar Bloodaxe will probably get the nod.
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.#R2#
Bloodaxe checks a low kick from Alderidge.
Bloodaxe stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Alderidge.
Bloodaxe is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Alderidge.
Bloodaxe throws a body shot but no joy.
Bloodaxe is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Alderidge.
Bloodaxe lands with a shot to the body.
Alderidge pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Alderidge throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Alderidge works over Bloodaxe's head and body with a nice combination.
Alderidge connects with an inside leg kick.
Alderidge throws a looping overhand right but Bloodaxe ducks down to avoid it.
Alderidge thuds his shin into the meat of Bloodaxe's side.
Alderidge tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bloodaxe was well out of range. Poor timing from Alderidge.
Alderidge looks to land a body kick but Bloodaxe moved away.
Bloodaxe swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Bloodaxe lands a jab.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Alderidge is looking to chop away at Bloodaxe's legs.
Bloodaxe lands with an overhand left.#T1#
A big right from Alderidge misses.
Bloodaxe on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Alderidge. Alderidge obviously looking to wear him down.
Bloodaxe checks a leg kick nicely.
Bloodaxe tried to counter with a leg kick but Alderidge avoided it.
Alderidge throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Alderidge looks to land a body kick but Bloodaxe moved away.
A low kick lands for Bloodaxe.
Alderidge connects with an inside leg kick.
Bloodaxe moves out of range of the strikes.
Bloodaxe on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Alderidge keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bloodaxe.
Alderidge ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Ranger Alderidge seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Alderidge connects with a nice looking jab.
Good leg kick by Bloodaxe.
Alderidge is looking to land body kicks.
Bloodaxe clobbers Alderidge with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Alderidge scores with a sloppy right hand. Bloodaxe should have avoided that one.
Bloodaxe misses the shot to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A swing and a miss from Alderidge.#T2#
Bloodaxe moves away from the strike by Alderidge.
Bloodaxe is looking to counter punch.
Alderidge rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Bloodaxe moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Alderidge misses with a leg kick
and Bloodaxe connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bloodaxe changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Alderidge misses with a straight left.
Alderidge lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Bloodaxe takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Bloodaxe misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Alderidge.
Alderidge scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Alderidge rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bloodaxe counters with a nice uppercut.
Bloodaxe drops his hands momentarily and Alderidge takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Alderidge wants to land a leg kick but Bloodaxe is out of range.
Alderidge misses with a right hand
and Bloodaxe counters with a low kick, right behind Alderidge 's knee.
Alderidge avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Alderidge misses with a lunging right hand
and Bloodaxe counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Alderidge's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Bloodaxe looks to land a left hand but Alderidge moved out of range nicely.
Bloodaxe uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Alderidge.#T3#
Alderidge lands a jab to the nose.
Alderidge swings widly with a right hand
and Bloodaxe connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bloodaxe ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
An inside leg kick from Alderidge misses.
Alderidge moves into range and connects with a jab.
A cross from Bloodaxe lands.
Bloodaxe walks into a jab.
Alderidge has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Bloodaxe lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Alderidge at a distance.
Bloodaxe avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
A counter left hand to the body from Bloodaxe misses its target.
Some bone on bone action there as Bloodaxe checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Bloodaxe scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Alderidge misses with an uppercut
enabling Bloodaxe to counter with a crisp jab.
Nice defenses there by Bloodaxe.
Alderidge tries to land a body kick
and Bloodaxe 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!
Alderidge thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Bloodaxe if he has to take too many more of those.
Bloodaxe misses with a lunging right hand
and Alderidge counters with a stiff right hand.
Bloodaxe scores with a jab to the jaw.#T4#
Alderidge throws a body shot but no joy.
Bloodaxe checks the leg kick nicely there.
A looping hook to the body misses from Alderidge. Bloodaxe does a little dance to reset his feet.
An inside leg kick from Alderidge misses.
Alderidge keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bloodaxe.
A big left from Alderidge misses.
Alderidge tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Bloodaxe is able to avoid easily.
Alderidge throws an overhand right that lands on Bloodaxe's shoulder, as Bloodaxe tries to avoid the shot.
Alderidge ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bloodaxe moves away.
Alderidge takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
A punch lands to the side of Alderidge 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Bloodaxe swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Bloodaxe attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A slapping leg kick lands for Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe avoids a kick to the body.
It looked like Bloodaxe wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Bloodaxe lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Bloodaxe looks to throw the jab but Alderidge is out of range.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Ranger Alderidge will probably get the nod - 10:9.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Alderidge takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Alderidge lands with a thumping leg kick.
Alderidge misses with a leg kick
and Bloodaxe counters with a straight right hand.
Bloodaxe walks into a stiff left hand from Alderidge.
Good exchange - Bloodaxe coming out on top.
Alderidge looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Bloodaxe smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Bloodaxe keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Alderidge.
Alderidge swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A good leg kick by Alderidge.
A nice leg kick from Bloodaxe, right into the meat of the thigh.
A nice leg kick lands there from Bloodaxe.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Alderidge misses with an uppercut. Bloodaxe saw that one coming.
Alderidge is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe is looking to counter punch.
Bloodaxe throws a body punch but Alderidge moves out of range.
Bloodaxe fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Alderidge on the side of the head.
Bloodaxe moves out of range as Alderidge throws a body kick.
Bloodaxe is looking to counter punch.
Bloodaxe throws a hook but Alderidge blocks it.#T1#
Alderidge looks to throw the jab but Bloodaxe is out of range.
Bloodaxe throws a jab when Alderidge was well out of range.
Alderidge takes a swing at Bloodaxe's ribcage but misses.
Bloodaxe missing with a left hand there. Alderidge was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Alderidge slips under a jab.
Bloodaxe darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Alderidge wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Alderidge. Bloodaxe shrugs it off though.
Alderidge throws an overhand right that lands on Bloodaxe's shoulder, as Bloodaxe tries to avoid the shot.
Alderidge wants to slow Bloodaxe down by chopping away at his legs.
Bloodaxe swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Alderidge works Bloodaxe's body with a nice hook.
Alderidge connects with a nice looking jab.
Alderidge misses with an attempted mid kick.
Bloodaxe swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Bloodaxe misses with a jab to the body
and Alderidge counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Bloodaxe takes a swing at Alderidge's ribcage but misses.
Alderidge misses the body punch
enabling Bloodaxe to counter with a crisp jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Alderidge throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
#T2#
Bloodaxe blocks a leg kick.
Nice defenses there by Alderidge.
Alderidge misses with a hook.
Bloodaxe steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Alderidge. That one must have hurt.
Bloodaxe checks the leg kick.
Alderidge misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Alderidge fakes the leg kick and cracks Bloodaxe in the body.
Good exchange - Alderidge coming out on top.
Alderidge throws a solid leg kick but Bloodaxe takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Alderidge.
Bloodaxe dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Alderidge will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Bloodaxe fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Alderidge manages to avoid it.
A big left from Bloodaxe misses.
Alderidge with a nice cross.
Bloodaxe takes a swing at Alderidge's ribcage but misses.
Alderidge throws out a counter right but Bloodaxe avoids it with no problem.
Alderidge tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.#T3#
Bloodaxe blocks the body kick.
Bloodaxe will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Alderidge connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Bloodaxe checks a leg kick nicely.
Bloodaxe misses with a low kick.
Alderidge misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe avoids the body shot from Alderidge.
Alderidge throws a front kick aimed at Bloodaxe's knee but Bloodaxe avoids it well.
Alderidge misses with an uppercut
and Bloodaxe cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bloodaxe takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Alderidge misses with a hook.
Alderidge takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Alderidge looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Bloodaxe throws a hook but Alderidge avoids it easily.
Bloodaxe connects with the punch.
Bloodaxe takes a swing at Alderidge's ribcage but misses.
Alderidge scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Bloodaxe throws a lazy right hand but Alderidge sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T4#
Bloodaxe takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Alderidge gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Alderidge misses with a hook
and Bloodaxe counters with an inside leg kick.
Bloodaxe uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Alderidge.
Bloodaxe misses with a straight left.
Alderidge takes one to the chin there.
Alderidge moves away from the strike by Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe misses with a hook.
Bloodaxe slips a jab from Alderidge.
Alderidge misses with an uppercut
and Bloodaxe counters with a straight right hand.
Alderidge 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.
Alderidge misses with a hook
and Bloodaxe counters with a straight right hand.
Alderidge is looking to chop away at Bloodaxe's legs.
Alderidge takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Alderidge shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
As Alderidge backs away, Bloodaxe returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Alderidge will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
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 Gunnar Bloodaxe.
Well Bloodaxe 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 Chad Campbell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Jonathan Paton scores the fight 29:28
Judge Alyssa Summers scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gunnar Bloodaxe!
An out of breath Gunnar Bloodaxe 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:
C303: Nakagawa vs Lew II
Date: May 05, 2024 |
#R1#
Bloodaxe throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Turcotte sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bloodaxe takes a swing at Turcotte's ribcage but misses.
Turcotte defending well as Bloodaxe loads up on a big left hand.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Turcotte! But no joy.
Bloodaxe slips a straight right by Turcotte.
Bloodaxe changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Bloodaxe jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bloodaxe has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Blacktalians MMA in the buildup to the fight.
Bloodaxe moves out of range of the strikes.
Bloodaxe motions for Turcotte to come forward. Bloodaxe throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Turcotte throws a jab when Bloodaxe was well out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Bloodaxe on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Bloodaxe slips a jab from Turcotte.
Turcotte takes a jab right on the kisser.
Turcotte throws a jab when Bloodaxe was well out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloodaxe misses with a hook
and Turcotte counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Bloodaxe misses with a looping right.
A big left from Turcotte misses.
Turcotte digs a good hook to Bloodaxe's body.
Bloodaxe motions for Turcotte to come forward. Bloodaxe throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
It seemed like Turcotte was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T1#
Bloodaxe lands a jab.
Turcotte cracks Bloodaxe with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Bloodaxe bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A little feinted left hand from Bloodaxe on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Bloodaxe tests Turcotte's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Turcotte lands with a right hand.
A big right from Bloodaxe misses.
Turcotte looks to score with a jab to the body but Bloodaxe is just out of range.
Bloodaxe lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Turcotte throws an overhand right that lands on Bloodaxe's shoulder, as Bloodaxe tries to avoid the shot.
Turcotte just misses with a punch to the body.
Turcotte cracks Bloodaxe with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Turcotte shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Bloodaxe misses with a straight left.
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!
Turcotte takes a shot to the body in his stride.
#T2#
Turcotte cracks Bloodaxe with a good jab.
Bloodaxe misses with a telegraphed body shot
enabling Turcotte to counter with a crisp jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from Turcotte. Bloodaxe does a little dance to reset his feet.
Turcotte throws a series of punches but Bloodaxe moves out of range.
A shot to the body from Turcotte misses
and Bloodaxe counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Turcotte punishes Bloodaxe's body with a nice straight punch.
A jab from Bloodaxe misses.
Turcotte misses with a hook. Bloodaxe ducked under it nicely.
Bloodaxe misses with a right hand
and Turcotte counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A leg kick checked by Turcotte.
Turcotte doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Turcotte thows a left - swing and a miss!
Turcotte lands with a cross.
Bloodaxe rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Turcotte counters with a stiff right hand.
Bloodaxe displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Turcotte throws out the jab.
Bloodaxe misses with a straight right.
Turcotte is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Bloodaxe had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.#T3#
A jab from Turcotte misses.
Turcotte fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Bloodaxe looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Bloodaxe misses with a body shot.
Bloodaxe throws a hook but Turcotte blocks it.
Bloodaxe lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Bloodaxe on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Turcotte rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bloodaxe counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Turcotte throws a hook to the side of Bloodaxe's head but Bloodaxe sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Bloodaxe misses the body punch
and Turcotte counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Bloodaxe's jab looks to have found its range, popping Turcotte under the eye.
Bloodaxe ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bloodaxe feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Turcotte throws a combination that misses
and Bloodaxe counters with a low kick, right behind Turcotte 's knee.
A jab from Bloodaxe misses.
Turcotte throws a lazy right hand but Bloodaxe sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A jab from Turcotte misses.
A little feinted left hand from Bloodaxe on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#T4#
Bloodaxe scores with the left hand. Turcotte knows he should have avoided that one.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Turcotte misses with a right hand
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Bloodaxe uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Turcotte.
Turcotte loads up on a big right hand but Bloodaxe slips the punch.
Bloodaxe avoids the body shot from Turcotte.
Turcotte misses with an uppercut
letting Bloodaxe counter with a right hand.
Turcotte throws a jab when Bloodaxe was well out of range.
Turcotte is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Turcotte.
Bloodaxe lands a body shot.
Turcotte throws an off balance right hand
and Bloodaxe counters with a straight right hand.
Bloodaxe catches Turcotte with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Turcotte avoids the body shot from Bloodaxe.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Turcotte avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Turcotte misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bloodaxe.
Turcotte blocks a jab.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Jacques Turcotte will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Turcotte throws a hook but Bloodaxe avoids it easily.
Turcotte checks the leg kick nicely there.
Bloodaxe slips a jab from Turcotte.
Turcotte looks to land a right hand but Bloodaxe moved out of range.
Turcotte lands a glancing blow to the side of Bloodaxe's head.
Turcotte blocks a jab.
Turcotte throws a hook to the side of Bloodaxe's head but Bloodaxe sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Bloodaxe throws a body shot but no joy.
Bloodaxe thows a left - swing and a miss!
Turcotte scores with a shot to the body.
Bloodaxe slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A slow jab from Turcotte misses its intended target.
Turcotte throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Turcotte misses with an uppercut. Bloodaxe saw that one coming.
Nice uppercut lands for Turcotte. That snapped Bloodaxe's head back.
Bloodaxe ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#T1#
Bloodaxe feints and then cracks Turcotte's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Turcotte down.
Turcotte takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Bloodaxe lands a leg kick that knocks Turcotte off balance momentarily.
Bloodaxe throws a shot from downtown. Turcotte moves away and avoids it.
Bloodaxe ducks right into an uppercut from Turcotte.
Turcotte throws an off balance right hand
and Bloodaxe counters with a thumping low kick.
Turcotte misses with a hook. Bloodaxe ducked under it nicely.
Bloodaxe half committed to a counter leg kick.
Bloodaxe bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bloodaxe keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Turcotte takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Bloodaxe rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Turcotte connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bloodaxe misses the jab.
Bloodaxe throws a hook but Turcotte avoids it easily.
Turcotte throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Turcotte slips under a jab from Bloodaxe.#T2#
Turcotte jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Turcotte keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bloodaxe.
Turcotte 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.
Turcotte takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Turcotte misses with a hook.
Bloodaxe misses with an uppercut.
Bloodaxe uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Turcotte.
It looked like Bloodaxe wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Turcotte connects with a jab.
Turcotte lands with a straight right. Bloodaxe didn't see that one coming.
Turcotte ducks under a wild hook from Bloodaxe.
Turcotte throws a combination that misses
and Bloodaxe cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bloodaxe uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Turcotte.
Turcotte throws a shot from downtown. Bloodaxe moves away and avoids it.
Bloodaxe throws a hook to the side of Turcotte's head but Turcotte sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Turcotte closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Turcotte looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#T3#
Turcotte takes a swing at Bloodaxe's ribcage but misses.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Bloodaxe, as that shot connected.
Turcotte misses with a hook
and Turcotte takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Turcotte looks to score with a jab to the body but Bloodaxe is just out of range.
It looked like Bloodaxe wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
A big left from Turcotte misses.
Turcotte throws the left hand but Bloodaxe avoids the punch easily.
Turcotte throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Turcotte chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Bloodaxe can pounce on him.
Bloodaxe blocks a jab.
Turcotte slips under a jab from Bloodaxe.
Turcotte takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Turcotte displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bloodaxe throws out the jab.
Bloodaxe thuds his right hand into Turcotte's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Sloppy strikes from Turcotte. Those never looked like landing.
Bloodaxe thumps Turcotte with a low kick.#T4#
Bloodaxe throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Bloodaxe slips under a jab from Turcotte.
Bloodaxe is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Turcotte fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bloodaxe manages to avoid it.
Bloodaxe throws a hook but Turcotte avoids it easily.
Bloodaxe misses with a hook. Turcotte ducked under it nicely.
Turcotte throws an off balance right hand
and Bloodaxe counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Turcotte misses the jab.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Bloodaxe wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Gunnar Bloodaxe is winning the standup battle so far.
Bloodaxe slips a straight right by Turcotte.
Turcotte throws a lazy uppercut
and Bloodaxe counters with an outside leg kick.
Turcotte swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Turcotte has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Turcotte throws the left hand but Bloodaxe avoids the punch easily.
A left lands for Bloodaxe.
Good standup being displayed there by Bloodaxe as he connects with a hook.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Gunnar Bloodaxe dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Turcotte misses with a right hand
and Bloodaxe counters with a straight right hand.
Bloodaxe looks to throw the jab but Turcotte is out of range.
Turcotte looks to throw the jab but Bloodaxe is out of range.
Bloodaxe appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Bloodaxe throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Turcotte sees it coming and avoids it easily.#CL2#
Turcotte gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#BC#
Bloodaxe breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Turcotte takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Turcotte fails to land with a series of punches.
It looked like Bloodaxe wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bloodaxe. Turcotte does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bloodaxe's jab looks to have found its range, popping Turcotte under the eye.
A nice leg kick lands there from Bloodaxe.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turcotte misses with a lunging right hand
enabling Bloodaxe to counter with a crisp jab.
Turcotte throws a lazy uppercut
and Bloodaxe counters with a thumping low kick.
Bloodaxe keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Turcotte.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Turcotte.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Turcotte throws an ugly left hook that misses
enabling Bloodaxe to counter with a crisp jab. #T1#
Bloodaxe moves out of range as Turcotte strikes.
Bloodaxe throws a jab but it's blocked by Turcotte.
Bloodaxe connects with a body shot that sends Turcotte's belly button to the back.
The fighters circling - Turcotte throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Bloodaxe jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Turcotte ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bloodaxe moves away.
A big right from Turcotte misses.
A chopping leg kick lands by Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe just misses with a punch to the body.
Bloodaxe misses with an uppercut.
Turcotte throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bloodaxe sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A counter left hand to the body from Bloodaxe misses its target.
Turcotte slips a jab from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Bloodaxe swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T2#
The fighters circling - Bloodaxe throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Turcotte misses with a looping left.
Bloodaxe throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Turcotte's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Turcotte misses with a left hand
enabling Bloodaxe to counter with a crisp jab.
Bloodaxe tries to move into range but Turcotte moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
A slow jab from Bloodaxe misses its intended target.
Turcotte missing with a left hand there. Bloodaxe was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Turcotte clobbers Bloodaxe with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bloodaxe moves away from the strike by Turcotte.
A quick step to the side and Bloodaxe tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
A slow jab from Turcotte misses its intended target.
Turcotte checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Turcotte uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bloodaxe.
Turcotte misses the shot to the body.
Bloodaxe was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Bloodaxe steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Turcotte.
Turcotte misses with a lunging right hand
and Bloodaxe makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.#T3#
Jab, jab by Bloodaxe - just one landing.
The fighters circling - Bloodaxe throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Turcotte uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bloodaxe.
Turcotte looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Bloodaxe misses with a looping left.
Turcotte lands a head shot.
Bloodaxe throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Turcotte sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Turcotte throws a combination that misses
and Bloodaxe counters with a nice low kick that buckles Turcotte's knee momentarily.
Bloodaxe connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Turcotte looks to throw the jab but Bloodaxe is out of range.
A good leg kick by Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe misses the jab.
Decent striking displayed by Bloodaxe there.
Turcotte throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A solid leg kick lands there for Bloodaxe.
#T4#
Bloodaxe scores with a jab. Turcotte acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Bloodaxe scores with a jab. Turcotte acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
The fighters circling - Turcotte throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Bloodaxe throws out a loose jab but Turcotte uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bloodaxe misses with a hook. Turcotte ducked under it nicely.
A jab from Turcotte misses.
Turcotte throws a nice looking combination but Bloodaxe bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
A little feinted left hand from Bloodaxe on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Turcotte waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Turcotte misses with an uppercut.
A clash of legs there as Turcotte blocks the low kick.
Bloodaxe turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Turcotte loads up on a big right hand but Bloodaxe slips the punch.
Bloodaxe throws an off balance right hand
and Turcotte counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
And that's the end of the fight!
Gunnar Bloodaxe showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Bloodaxe 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 Tiny Johnson scores the fight 30:27
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 29:28
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gunnar Bloodaxe!
During a confident post fight interview, Gunnar Bloodaxe thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
WVT 215: Ihantala v Fleshou
Date: Jan 26, 2024 |
#R1#
Phuthong keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bloodaxe.
Phuthong throws a poor cross that misses
and Bloodaxe counters with a stiff right hand.
Phuthong throws a hook but Bloodaxe blocks it.
Bloodaxe is looking for the big counter here.
Phuthong moves away from the strike by Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe scores with a nice strike.
Phuthong throws a lazy right hand but Bloodaxe sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bloodaxe throws a head kick that misses.
Phuthong uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bloodaxe.
Phuthong takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Phuthong throws a hook but Bloodaxe blocks it.
Phuthong scores with a nice strike.
Phuthong throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bloodaxe feints a counter leg kick.
Bloodaxe walks into a jab.
Phuthong misses with an uppercut. Bloodaxe saw that one coming.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Phuthong blocks a jab.
Bloodaxe takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Phuthong avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Eh Phuthong seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bloodaxe throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bloodaxe uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Phuthong.
A countering left hand to the body from Bloodaxe misses.
Phuthong 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.
Bloodaxe avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Bloodaxe looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T1#
Bloodaxe walks into a left hand.
Bloodaxe goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Phuthong was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.#CL#
Phuthong has Bloodaxe up against the cage in a clinch.
Bloodaxe misses with a short punch on the inside.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Bloodaxe.
Phuthong blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Phuthong's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Phuthong blocking some punches.
Bloodaxe blocks an uppercut.
Bloodaxe lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A right hook to the body lands for Phuthong.
Bloodaxe fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#TD#
Phuthong jumps into guard, dragging Bloodaxe to the mat.
#SUB#
Bloodaxe avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bloodaxe wanted to stand there but Phuthong had control of the position. #T2##SUB#
Phuthong looking for a guillotine here but Bloodaxe defends easily.
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB#
Phuthong had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Bloodaxe defends it easily.#T3#
Bloodaxe is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Let's hope that Bloodaxe has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.#SUB#
Phuthong throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Bloodaxe lands with a nice body punch. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Phuthong uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bloodaxe.
It looked like Phuthong wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Phuthong ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Phuthong throws a low kick but it's checked well by Bloodaxe.#CL#
Phuthong moves into range and clinches up with Bloodaxe.
Phuthong misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Bloodaxe lands a hook to the side of the head.
Bloodaxe gets through Phuthong's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Bloodaxe lands a shot to the body.
Phuthong makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Phuthong softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Bloodaxe swings wildly with an uppercut but Phuthong uses good head movement to avoid it.
Phuthong lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Bloodaxe lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Phuthong backwards.
Bloodaxe goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Phuthong tries to throw a body punch but Bloodaxe avoids it by throwing Phuthong back against the cage.
Phuthong scores with a hook to the body.
Phuthong can't find room to land a body shot as Bloodaxe controls the action.
Bloodaxe swings away with an uppercut that misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Gunnar Bloodaxe will probably get the nod.
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##CL#
Phuthong gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Bloodaxe misses with a hook to the ribs.
Bloodaxe working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Bloodaxe tries a body shot but Phuthong blocks it.
Bloodaxe throws a head punch that misses.
Phuthong lands a hook to the side of the head.
Bloodaxe blocking some punches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bloodaxe.
Phuthong prevents a body shot from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe misses with a punch to the body.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Bloodaxe.
Phuthong misses with a hook to the ribs.
Phuthong misses with a punch on the inside.
Bloodaxe swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Phuthong tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloodaxe misses with a hook to the ribs.
Phuthong tries to throw a body punch but Bloodaxe avoids it by throwing Phuthong back against the cage.
Nice body punch from Bloodaxe - that landed with a thud.
Bloodaxe blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Phuthong.
Phuthong tries to pull guard but Bloodaxe won't allow it.
Bloodaxe lands a nice uppercut.#T1#
Bloodaxe misses with a hook from the clinch.
Phuthong lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Bloodaxe.
Phuthong slowing the pace effectively.
Bloodaxe misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Bloodaxe as Phuthong tries to tie him up.
Bloodaxe lands a body punch.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Bloodaxe creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Phuthong swings wildly with an uppercut but Bloodaxe uses good head movement to avoid it.
Phuthong tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Bloodaxe's elbow. #TD#
Phuthong decides to pull guard. #SUB#
Phuthong has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Bloodaxe is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Phuthong.#SU2#
Bloodaxe stands up. #T2#
Bloodaxe swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Good exchange - Phuthong coming out on top.
Phuthong throws a hook to the side of Bloodaxe's head but Bloodaxe sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Phuthong misses with an uppercut
and Bloodaxe counters with a left to the body.
Phuthong misses the shot to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bloodaxe lunges at Phuthong with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Phuthong's hand.
Nice shot by Phuthong.
Nice body kick there by Phuthong.
Nice defenses there by Bloodaxe.
Phuthong has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Bloodaxe finds it's way round the side to connect with Phuthong's head.
Phuthong throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#KD2#
Oooooh!!! Bloodaxe has knocked Phuthong down with a huge combo! Bloodaxe steps away and waves a wobbly Phuthong back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#ROC2#Phuthong is rocked!#CUT2#It looks like Eh Phuthong has been cut.
Gunnar Bloodaxe seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Phuthong throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Bloodaxe stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Oh Phuthong is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Bloodaxe closes the distance and lands a vicious right hand that drops Phuthong! Bloodaxe dives in looking to finish! Phuthong is still trying to defend himself but he's taking too many shots and the referee has no choice but to stop the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Gunnar Bloodaxe!
Our winner, Gunnar Bloodaxe, 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 208: Matikainen v Jiang
Date: Jan 10, 2024 |
#R1#
Bloodaxe uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Veainu.
Bloodaxe looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Veainu takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Veainu thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bloodaxe throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Bloodaxe throws a series of punches but Veainu moves out of range.
Veainu throws a right hand that misses
and Bloodaxe counters with a two punch combo.
Siale Veainu seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Veainu lands with a good body shot.
Veainu 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 Gunnar Bloodaxe has been cut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Veainu slips under a jab from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe misses with a hook.#T1#
Bloodaxe misses with an uppercut.
Veainu seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Bloodaxe moves out of range of the strikes.
Bloodaxe takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Bloodaxe slips under a jab.
Veainu thows a left - swing and a miss!
Veainu scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Veainu throws a body punch but Bloodaxe moves out of range.
Veainu fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bloodaxe manages to avoid it.
Bloodaxe swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Veainu lands a body shot.
Veainu lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
#T2#
Veainu lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Bloodaxe circles away quickly and effectively.
Veainu misses with a body shot.
Veainu looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Bloodaxe throws a leg kick
and Veainu connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bloodaxe swings and misses with a hook to the body.
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!
Bloodaxe getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Some wild striking there from Veainu.
Veainu throws a shot from downtown. Bloodaxe moves away and avoids it.
Bloodaxe throws out a counter right but Veainu avoids it with no problem.
Bloodaxe throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Veainu is looking to counter with a shot to the body.#T3#
Veainu misses the jab.
Bloodaxe looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Veainu misses with a hook to the body
and Bloodaxe counters with a low kick, right behind Veainu 's knee.
Bloodaxe walks into a straight right hand from Veainu.
Veainu misses with a hook.
Veainu looks to score with a jab to the body but Bloodaxe is just out of range.
Bloodaxe tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Veainu was well out of range. Poor timing from Bloodaxe.
It looked like Veainu was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Bloodaxe.
Veainu throws a shot from downtown. Bloodaxe moves away and avoids it.
Bloodaxe unleashes a big counter combination but Veainu bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Veainu misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bloodaxe.
Veainu missing with a left hand there. Bloodaxe was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T4#
Bloodaxe steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Veainu.
Bloodaxe throws a head kick that misses.
Veainu checks the leg kick.
Veainu fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Veainu misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe tries a quick counter leg kick but Veainu is wise to it.
Veainu lands a body shot.
Bloodaxe connects with an inside leg kick.
Bloodaxe takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Veainu looks to score with a jab to the body but Bloodaxe is just out of range.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Siale Veainu dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Gunnar Bloodaxe's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
A lazy left from Veainu finds it's target.
Veainu misses with a left hand
and Bloodaxe counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Bloodaxe looks to throw the jab but Veainu is out of range.
Veainu throws a hook to the side of Bloodaxe's head but Bloodaxe sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Bloodaxe is looking for the big counter here.
Veainu misses with a double jab.
Bloodaxe looks to land a right hand but Veainu moved out of range.
Bloodaxe throws a hook to the side of Veainu's head but Veainu sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
An attempted straight right counter from Veainu misses the target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A big right from Veainu misses.
Bloodaxe throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Veainu sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bloodaxe moves forwards but Veainu connects with a nice, crisp jab.#T1#
Veainu swings for the body but Bloodaxe moves out of range.
Veainu on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Veainu throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bloodaxe looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Bloodaxe darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Bloodaxe throws a hook but Veainu blocks it.
Veainu looks to score with a jab to the body but Bloodaxe is just out of range.
Veainu smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Bloodaxe lands a jab.
Bloodaxe swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Veainu counters with a right hand to the body. #T2#
Bloodaxe scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
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!
Veainu lands with a good body shot.
Bloodaxe ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bloodaxe looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Veainu blocks a jab.
Bloodaxe avoids the body shot from Veainu.
Veainu uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bloodaxe.
Veainu throws a predictable looking body shot
#KD2#
and Bloodaxe counters with a crisp one two that drops Veainu! Bloodaxe thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Veainu to his feet! Veainu is in big trouble!#ROC2#Veainu is rocked!
Bloodaxe uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Veainu.
Bloodaxe keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
#T3#
Bloodaxe thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bloodaxe takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Veainu lands with an overhand left.
A jab from Veainu finds it's way through Bloodaxe's defenses.
Veainu misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bloodaxe.
Veainu drops his hands momentarily and Bloodaxe takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Siale Veainu is winning the standup battle so far.
Bloodaxe avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Bloodaxe flicks out a counter leg kick but Veainu steps away.
Veainu looks to land a left hand but Bloodaxe moved out of range nicely.
Bloodaxe takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
#T4#
Veainu misses the jab.
Veainu misses with a looping right.
Bloodaxe connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Veainu misses with an uppercut. Bloodaxe saw that one coming.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Veainu lands a two punch combo.
Veainu swings for the body but Bloodaxe moves out of range.
#CL#
Bloodaxe gets tackled into the cage by Veainu. Veainu maintains the clinch.
Veainu scores with a shot to the side of Bloodaxe's head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Veainu.
Veainu misses with some punches.
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 Siale Veainu will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Gunnar Bloodaxe'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. This is the final round!#R3#
A shot to the body from Veainu misses
and Veainu takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CL#
Veainu clinches with his opponent.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Bloodaxe creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #BC2#
Bloodaxe breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Veainu throws a sloppy body shot
and Bloodaxe counters with a stiff right hand.
Veainu cracks a nice hook into Bloodaxe's ribs.
Veainu ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Veainu is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Veainu throws a shot from downtown. Bloodaxe moves away and avoids it.
Bloodaxe misses with a combination
and Veainu counters with a straight right hand.#T1#
Veainu scores with a crisp jab that stopped Bloodaxe in his tracks.
Veainu paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Veainu lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Veainu misses the shot to the body.
Veainu throws a body punch but Bloodaxe moves out of range.
Bloodaxe misses with a looping left.
Veainu cracks Bloodaxe with a right hand to the side of the head.
Veainu misses with a wild body shot.
It seemed like Bloodaxe was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Veainu darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Siale Veainu is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Veainu throws a body shot but no joy.
Veainu throws a hook to the side of Bloodaxe's head but Bloodaxe sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Veainu!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Veainu looks to score with a jab to the body but Bloodaxe is just out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Bloodaxe! But no joy.
Veainu tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bloodaxe was well out of range. Poor timing from Veainu.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Bloodaxe! But no joy.
Veainu uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Bloodaxe blocks a jab.
Veainu cracks a nice hook into Bloodaxe's ribs.
Bloodaxe throws a jab but it's blocked by Veainu. #T3#
Nice defenses there by Bloodaxe.
Veainu stuns Bloodaxe with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Veainu looks to score with a jab to the body but Bloodaxe is just out of range.
Bloodaxe has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
No joy there for Bloodaxe, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Veainu appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Bloodaxe misses with a looping left.
Bloodaxe misses with a wild body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Veainu. Bloodaxe does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bloodaxe lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Veainu throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Bloodaxe stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Veainu misses with a hook. Bloodaxe ducked under it nicely.
Bloodaxe looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T4#
Veainu swings for the body but Bloodaxe moves out of range.
Bloodaxe looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Bloodaxe misses with an uppercut. Veainu saw that one coming.
Bloodaxe looks to land a combination but Veainu avoids it well.
Bloodaxe misses with a low kick.
Veainu bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Veainu avoids a kick to the body.
Bloodaxe steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Veainu.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Bloodaxe! But no joy.
Bloodaxe uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Veainu.
And that's the end of the fight!
Siale Veainu showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Veainu 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 Josh West scores the fight 30:27
Judge Paul Gruel scores the fight 30:27
Judge Micheangelo Fripello scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Siale Veainu! |
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Event:
WVT 202: Haggar v Anderson
Date: Dec 23, 2023 |
#R1#
Bloodaxe misses the jab.#CL2#
Chugman has closed the distance and engaged Bloodaxe in a clinch.
#BC#
Bloodaxe breaks the clinch.
A decent looking cross lands there for Bloodaxe.
Chugman misses with a hook. Bloodaxe ducked under it nicely.
Chugman wants to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chugman misses the jab.
Chugman looks to throw the jab but Bloodaxe is out of range.
Bloodaxe throws a hook but Chugman blocks it.
Bloodaxe 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.
Chugman throws a big shot that misses.#T1##CL2#
Chugman rushes Bloodaxe and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Bloodaxe can't find room to land a body shot as Chugman controls the action.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bloodaxe. #BC#
Bloodaxe breaks the clinch.
A cross from Bloodaxe lands.
Bloodaxe takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Chugman tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Bloodaxe manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
A little feinted left hand from Bloodaxe on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Bloodaxe stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Bloodaxe wants it to stay on the feet.
Bloodaxe throws a big counter combination but Chugman scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.#CL2#
Chugman pushes Bloodaxe up against the cage in a clinch.
Chugman misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Bloodaxe wants to get back to striking at distance but Chugman won't allow it.
Chugman blocks an uppercut.
Bloodaxe can't break the clinch.
#BC#
Bloodaxe breaks from the clinch.
#T2##CL2#
Chugman has taken the fight to the clinch.
Chugman is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Bloodaxe is defending well.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Bloodaxe.#TD2#
Chugman turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
Bloodaxe bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bloodaxe avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Horrible takedown attempt by Chugman or perhaps it was just good defense by Bloodaxe, which made it look bad.
Gunnar Bloodaxe has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Klaus Chugman.
Bloodaxe keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Chugman moves in looking to clinch but Bloodaxe pushes him off.
Chugman has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Chugman fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Bloodaxe looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Klaus Chugman seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bloodaxe looks to land a right hand but Chugman moved out of range.#T3##TD2#
Chugman shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.#SUB2#
Chugman is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Bloodaxe keeping control of the position.
Bloodaxe is trying to get back to full guard.#T4#
Bloodaxe keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Chugman content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Chugman throwing shots but Bloodaxe is blocking nicely.
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 Gunnar Bloodaxe will probably get the nod.
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#
No joy there for Chugman, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Chugman swings and misses with a shot to the body
enabling Bloodaxe to counter with a crisp jab.
Bloodaxe keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Chugman misses with a body shot.
Chugman tries to clinch but Bloodaxe moves out of range.
Chugman is looking to clinch.
Bloodaxe misses with a looping right.
Chugman ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bloodaxe moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloodaxe scores with a nice head shot.
Chugman will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Chugman closes this distance looking for a takedown but Bloodaxe circles away.#T1#
Bloodaxe lands with a good body shot.
Chugman looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Bloodaxe is fending him off so far but Chugman persists. Nope, Bloodaxe circles away and we're back to standing.
Bloodaxe feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Gunnar Bloodaxe has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Klaus Chugman.
Bloodaxe throws a jab but it's blocked by Chugman.
Chugman tries to close the distance and clinch but Bloodaxe swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Bloodaxe is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Chugman wants to clinch but Bloodaxe slips to the side
and Bloodaxe connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bloodaxe circles away from the clinch attempt
and Bloodaxe counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Chugman misses the body punch
and Bloodaxe counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bloodaxe throws a lazy uppercut
#TD2#
and Chugman counters with a nice double leg into side control. Bloodaxe won't be happy with that.
Bloodaxe throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bloodaxe is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Chugman can do to turn this around?
A punch combination from Bloodaxe misses.
Bloodaxe is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Chugman tries to close the distance and clinch but Bloodaxe swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Chugman is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Bloodaxe scores with the left hand. Chugman knows he should have avoided that one.
Chugman looks for a takedown but Bloodaxe sprawls well.
Bloodaxe is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.#CL2#
Bloodaxe gets tackled into the cage by Chugman. Chugman maintains the clinch. #T3#
Chugman tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Chugman tries to pull guard but Bloodaxe won't allow it.
Bloodaxe blocking some punches.
#BC#
Bloodaxe's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Gunnar Bloodaxe is winning the standup battle so far.
Chugman swings and misses with a hook to the body.
#TD2#
Chugman throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Bloodaxe tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Chugman is in Bloodaxe's guard.
Chugman 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.
Chugman wants to control from the top but Bloodaxe keeps moving.
Gunnar Bloodaxe overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Chugman stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Bloodaxe swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T4#
Chugman throws a big elbow that misses.
Chugman chips away with some ground and pound.
Chugman working some strikes from top position.
Chugman throwing strikes from guard but Bloodaxe blocks nicely.
Chugman looking to pass the guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Gunnar Bloodaxe 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#
Bloodaxe lands with an uppercut that bounces Chugman off the cage and back into range.
Chugman fails with an attempt to clinch.
#TD2#
Chugman closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Bloodaxe quickly recovers to half guard.
Chugman wants to take a breather but Bloodaxe is having none of it.
Bloodaxe wants to get back to full guard.
Bloodaxe trying to control here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chugman is looking to stall here but Bloodaxe recovers full guard.
Chugman trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #T1#
Chugman in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Chugman throws a big elbow that misses.
Chugman pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Bloodaxe is keeping the position for now. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Bloodaxe ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Chugman moves away.
Chugman is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Chugman wants to clinch.
Klaus Chugman has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Chugman darts in looking for a takedown but Bloodaxe gets double underhooks and turns Chugman into the cage.
As Chugman looks to move away, Bloodaxe throws a big counter combo but Chugman just gets out of the way.
Chugman throws a lazy uppercut
and Bloodaxe counters with a nice low kick that buckles Chugman's knee momentarily.
Chugman dives in for a single leg takedown but Bloodaxe sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
It looked like Bloodaxe wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Chugman blocks the body kick.
Chugman with the counter takedown but Bloodaxe avoids it easily.
Chugman thuds a left hand into Bloodaxe's body.
Chugman gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Bloodaxe counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Gunnar Bloodaxe has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Klaus Chugman.
Chugman closes the distance looking to clinch
and Bloodaxe counters with a leg kick. #T3#
Chugman misses the body punch
and Bloodaxe counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Chugman displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bloodaxe throws out the jab.
Chugman changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Chugman scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Bloodaxe doesn't seem bothered though.
Nice sprawl there from Bloodaxe as Chugman shoots in.
Bloodaxe staying out of range there.
Bloodaxe is looking to counter punch.
Nice shot by Bloodaxe.#ROC#Chugman is rocked!#CL2#
Chugman closes the distance and pushes Bloodaxe back into the cage.#T4##BC#
Bloodaxe pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL2#
Chugman moves into range and clinches up with Bloodaxe.
Chugman is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.#BC#
Bloodaxe breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Bloodaxe connects with an inside leg kick.
Chugman looks to clinch
and Bloodaxe counters with an inside leg kick.
Chugman has his takedown stuffed
letting Bloodaxe counter with a right hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#KD#
Bloodaxe lands a left and a right that send Chugman crashing to the mat, dazed. Bloodaxe thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!
Chugman is still on wobbly legs! Can Bloodaxe finish him?
Chugman throws a combination that misses
and Bloodaxe counters with an outside leg kick.
Chugman takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Chugman throws a left and a right that both miss
and Bloodaxe scores with a counter punch that sends Chugman to the canvas! Bloodaxe smells blood - he's punishing Chugman with more strikes and the ref has stopped it! Chugman has no idea where he is - he's tackled the ref... oh dear, poor guy, the crowd is in hysterics!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Gunnar Bloodaxe!
Gunnar Bloodaxe thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
WVT 194: Siale v Jiang
Date: Dec 08, 2023 |
#R1##CL#
Cheese gets a clinch.
Cheese taking a breather.
Cheese has Bloodaxe pushed against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Cheese.
Bloodaxe misses with a hook to the ribs.
Bloodaxe blocks a body shot from Cheese.
Cheese misses with a short punch on the inside.
Cheese throws a head punch that misses.
Bloodaxe working hard to break the clinch.
Bloodaxe fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Bloodaxe.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe blocks an uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloodaxe takes a shot to the head.
Cheese really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Cheese struggles to land a body shot inside as Bloodaxe controls his hands.
Cheese lands an uppercut.
Cheese lands a left hand that snaps the head of Bloodaxe backwards.
Cheese lands a nice uppercut.
A nice right hand lands inside from Cheese.
We've been informed that Bloodaxe has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.#T1##BC2#
Bloodaxe breaks from the clinch.
Cheese swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bloodaxe only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Bloodaxe misses with a left hand
and Cheese counters with a low kick, right behind Bloodaxe 's knee.
Cheese throws a lazy uppercut
and Bloodaxe counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Cheese 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.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Bloodaxe! But no joy.
Good leg kick by Cheese.
Bloodaxe ducks under a wild hook from Cheese.
Bloodaxe wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Cheese keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bloodaxe.#T2#
Bloodaxe scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
A low kick from Cheese misses
enabling Bloodaxe to counter with a crisp jab.
Cheese throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
A nice side step and Bloodaxe releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Cheese swings widly with a right hand
and Bloodaxe 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.
A slow jab from Cheese misses its intended target.
We've been told by Cheese's head coaches at Tosen's Home for Lost Boys that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Cheese jabs Bloodaxe right on the nose. Bloodaxe blinks but takes it well.
Cheese throws a jab when Bloodaxe was well out of range.
Bloodaxe now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Cheese throws a jab when Bloodaxe was well out of range.#T3#
Cheese scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Bloodaxe lands a left hand.
A short uppercut from Cheese.
Cheese digs a right hand underneath Bloodaxe's ribcage. Bloodaxe let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Cheese can't find room to land a body shot as Bloodaxe controls the action.
#BC2#
Bloodaxe breaks the clinch.
Bloodaxe ducks under a wild hook from Cheese.
Bloodaxe thows a left - swing and a miss!
Cheese avoids the head kick by Bloodaxe.
Cheese tries to counter by clinching up but Bloodaxe breaks away and moves out of range.#T4#
Cheese wants to clinch up but Bloodaxe keeps it at a distance.
Bloodaxe misses with a looping left.
Bloodaxe throws a left and a right that both miss
#CL#
and Cheese moves into the clinch.#BC2#
Bloodaxe escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
A left lands for Cheese.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bloodaxe misses with a hook. Cheese ducked under it nicely.
Cheese steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe throws a big shot that misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Charles Eric Cheese dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Cheese is looking to slow Bloodaxe down with leg kicks.
Cheese lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Cheese works Bloodaxe's body with a nice hook.
Cheese slips a jab and a cross from Bloodaxe.
Cheese lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Cheese is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Bloodaxe can do to turn this around?
Cheese throws out a powerful jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A jab from Cheese does it's job there.
Bloodaxe jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bloodaxe throws an overhand right that lands on Cheese's shoulder, as Cheese tries to avoid the shot. #T1#
Cheese pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Cheese throws an ugly left hook that misses
enabling Bloodaxe to counter with a crisp jab.
Cheese misses the shot to the body. #CL#
Bloodaxe tries to keep at a distance but Cheese has taken the fight into the clinch.
Cheese tries to work over Bloodaxe's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Bloodaxe misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Bloodaxe lands a hook that snaps the head of Cheese backwards.
Bloodaxe misses with a hook from the clinch.
Cheese misses with the head strike.
Charles Eric Cheese has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Bloodaxe scores with a shot to the side of Cheese's head. #T2##BC2#
Bloodaxe breaks the clinch.
Cheese throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A looping hook to the body misses from Cheese. Bloodaxe does a little dance to reset his feet.
Cheese on the wrong end of a nice hook.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Cheese here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Bloodaxe jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Cheese uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bloodaxe.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Cheese slips a straight right by Bloodaxe.
Cheese seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Cheese throws a head kick that misses.
Bloodaxe takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
#CUT#It looks like Gunnar Bloodaxe has been cut.#T3##CL#
Cheese instigates a clinch.
Cheese misses with a hook from the clinch.
Bloodaxe lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Cheese tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Cheese tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Cheese fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Cheese misses with a hook from the clinch.
Bloodaxe looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Cheese throws a punch but it's blocked by Bloodaxe.
Cheese misses with the head strike.
Cheese tries to throw a body punch but Bloodaxe avoids it by throwing Cheese back against the cage.
Bloodaxe wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Cheese has Bloodaxe pressed against the cage, preventing Bloodaxe from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Cheese misses with a punch to the body.
Cheese is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.#T4#
A hook to the body from Cheese.
Cheese lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Bloodaxe.#BC2#
Bloodaxe manages to break the clinch.
A slow jab from Cheese misses its intended target.
Charles Eric Cheese is winning the standup battle so far.
Cheese feints and then cracks Bloodaxe's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Bloodaxe down.
Bloodaxe ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Good leg kick by Cheese.
Cheese swings widly with a right hand
and Bloodaxe counters with a left and a right that stings Cheese.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Cheese tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Charles Eric Cheese dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Gunnar Bloodaxe's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Crunch! Cheese slams his shin into Bloodaxe's torso.
Gunnar Bloodaxe has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A looping hook to the body misses from Cheese. Bloodaxe does a little dance to reset his feet.
Cheese throws a big shot that misses.
Bloodaxe tries a quick counter leg kick but Cheese is wise to it.
Cheese slips a straight right by Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe keeps the fight on the outside.
Bloodaxe throws a counter combo.
Charles Eric Cheese seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Cheese misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bloodaxe.
It seemed like Bloodaxe was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloodaxe throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Cheese counters with a straight right hand.
Cheese looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
#T1#
Cheese throws a jab when Bloodaxe was well out of range.
Cheese swings away with a body shot that misses
and Bloodaxe counters with a nice uppercut.
Cheese connects with a body shot that sends Bloodaxe's belly button to the back.
Bloodaxe moves away from the strike by Cheese.
Cheese misses with a right hand
and Bloodaxe cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Cheese scores with a hook to the body. Bloodaxe takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
A lazy left from Cheese finds it's target.
Cheese bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#T2#
Cheese misses with a looping right.
Bloodaxe is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Bloodaxe looks to score with a jab to the body but Cheese is just out of range.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Cheese, as that shot connected.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bloodaxe looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Cheese throws a quick counter kick to the body but Bloodaxe avoids it.
Bloodaxe swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Cheese ducks under a wild hook from Bloodaxe.
It appears Cheese was looking to counter with a kick there.
Cheese throws a jab when Bloodaxe was well out of range.
Bloodaxe throws out a counter right but Cheese avoids it with no problem.#T3#
Bloodaxe jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Cheese throws a body punch but Bloodaxe moves out of range.
Bloodaxe displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Cheese throws out the jab.
Bloodaxe is looking for the big counter here.
Cheese looks to land a body kick but Bloodaxe moved away.
The crowd cheers as Bloodaxe lands an impressive looking overhand right. Cheese doesn't seem phased though.
Bloodaxe steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Cheese. That one must have hurt.
Bloodaxe moves out of range of the strikes.#CL#
Cheese moves into the clinch.#T4#
Bloodaxe misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Cheese.
Cheese leaning against his opponent.
Bloodaxe wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#BC2#
Bloodaxe breaks from the clinch.
Cheese misses with a body shot.
Good leg kick by Cheese.
Bloodaxe takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Bloodaxe moves out of range as Cheese strikes.
Bloodaxe swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Charles Eric Cheese is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
A jab from Cheese finds it's way through Bloodaxe's defenses.
And that's the end of the fight!
Charles Eric Cheese showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Cheese 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 Don Winkell 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... Charles Eric Cheese!
A very excited looking Charles Eric Cheese 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:
WVT 188: Mahogany v Johnson
Date: Nov 24, 2023 |
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Kersikov smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Bloodaxe throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Kersikov wants to counter the offense by Bloodaxe and move into the clinch position.
Kersikov scores to the head and body with a nice combination!#CUT2#It looks like Gunnar Bloodaxe has been cut.
Kersikov moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
A slow jab from Bloodaxe misses its intended target.
Bloodaxe sets himself, and Kersikov steps forward looking for the clinch! Bloodaxe avoids it this time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloodaxe lands a nice leg kick that just misses Kersikov's sensitive parts.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Jab, jab by Kersikov - just one landing. #T1#
A decent looking cross lands there for Kersikov.
Kersikov scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Kersikov lands a body shot.
Bloodaxe takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Kersikov connects with a good right hand that stumbles Bloodaxe. Bloodaxe circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#T2#
Bloodaxe throws out a loose jab but Kersikov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kersikov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bloodaxe.
It looked like Bloodaxe wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Kersikov, as that shot connected.
Donk. Bloodaxe catches Kersikov right on the button with a cross.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bloodaxe misses with a hook. Kersikov ducked under it nicely.
Kersikov tries to counter with a clinch but Bloodaxe shakes him off and moves away.
Kersikov throws a poor cross that misses
and Bloodaxe counters with a nice uppercut. #T3#
Bloodaxe looks to land a combination but Kersikov avoids it well.
Kersikov wants to counter the offense by Bloodaxe and move into the clinch position.
Kersikov misses with a left hand
enabling Bloodaxe to counter with a crisp jab.
A swing and a miss from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe misses with a looping left.
Bloodaxe misses with an uppercut
and Kersikov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T4#
Kersikov blocks the body kick.
Kersikov steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe slips under a jab.#KD2#
Kersikov drops Bloodaxe with a beautiful combination! Bloodaxe stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Kersikov is looking for the KO!#ROC2#Bloodaxe is rocked!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kersikov swings for the body but Bloodaxe moves out of range.
An attempted straight right counter from Bloodaxe misses the target.
A swing and a miss from Bloodaxe.
Kersikov 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.
Marko Kersikov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Gunnar Bloodaxe'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.#R2#
Bloodaxe waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kersikov.
Kersikov is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Bloodaxe with a body shot.
Bloodaxe takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Nice shot by Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Kersikov misses with a body shot
and Bloodaxe connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov slips a straight right by Bloodaxe.
Kersikov throws an off balance right hand
and Bloodaxe counters with a straight right hand.#T1#
Kersikov connects with a jab.
Bloodaxe blocks a head kick by Kersikov.
It looked like Bloodaxe wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Kersikov in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
A slow jab from Kersikov misses its intended target.
Bloodaxe throws a quick counter kick to the body but Kersikov avoids it.
Kersikov ducks under a wild hook from Bloodaxe.
Kersikov throws out a counter right but Bloodaxe avoids it with no problem.
Bloodaxe misses with a looping right.
A countering left hand to the body from Kersikov misses.#T2#
Kersikov lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Kersikov throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Bloodaxe on the side of the head.
Kersikov bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Bloodaxe's head backwards.
Bloodaxe throws a lazy uppercut
and Kersikov counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Bloodaxe thinking.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bloodaxe blocks a jab.#T3#
Nice uppercut there from Kersikov.
Bloodaxe keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kersikov.
Bloodaxe throwing a counter right hand but Kersikov manages to avoid it.
A punch combination from Bloodaxe misses.
Kersikov looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Kersikov misses with a hook.
Bloodaxe looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Bloodaxe steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kersikov.
Bloodaxe moves away from the strike by Kersikov. #T4#
Kersikov blocks a jab.
Bloodaxe sets himself, and Kersikov steps forward looking for the clinch! Bloodaxe avoids it this time.
Bloodaxe throws a leg kick but Kersikov sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Bloodaxe sets himself, and Kersikov steps forward looking for the clinch! Bloodaxe avoids it this time.
Bloodaxe throws a body kick that misses.
As Bloodaxe backs off Kersikov throws a huge counter combo but Bloodaxe manages to avoid it all.
Bloodaxe takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kersikov comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Marko Kersikov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Gunnar Bloodaxe's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Bloodaxe misses with an uppercut
and Kersikov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Gunnar Bloodaxe has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kersikov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bloodaxe was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Nice jab there from Kersikov.
Kersikov throws a head kick that misses
enabling Bloodaxe to counter with a crisp jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloodaxe takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
A head kick misses from Kersikov.
Bloodaxe appears to be looking for a big counter.#T1#
Nice jab there from Kersikov.
Kersikov lands a jab to Bloodaxe's midsection.
Kersikov scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Bloodaxe doesn't seem bothered though.
Marko Kersikov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kersikov takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Kersikov throws a jab when Bloodaxe was well out of range.
An attempted straight right counter from Bloodaxe misses the target.#T2#
A telegraphed right hand from Bloodaxe misses the target.
Kersikov wants to counter with a clinch but Bloodaxe pushes him away.
Kersikov misses with an uppercut
enabling Bloodaxe to counter with a crisp jab.
Kersikov throws a hook but Bloodaxe blocks it.
Bloodaxe was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Kersikov. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.
Bloodaxe misses with a hook
and Kersikov counters with a nice uppercut.
Bloodaxe throws a jab but it's blocked by Kersikov.
Kersikov now looks to counter with a shot at the body.#T3##KD2#
Kersikov sends Bloodaxe crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Kersikov is motioning to the referee to let Bloodaxe up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!
Oh Bloodaxe is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#CUT2#Gunnar Bloodaxe's cut is getting worse.
Kersikov scores with a body shot.
Bloodaxe seems to have got his legs back now.
Kersikov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bloodaxe manages to avoid it.
Kersikov just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromBloodaxe.
A left and a right from Bloodaxe both land. Nice combination.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bloodaxe moves forwards but Kersikov connects with a nice, crisp jab.#T4#
Kersikov punishes Bloodaxe's body with a nice straight punch.
Donk. Kersikov catches Bloodaxe right on the button with a cross.
Bloodaxe misses with a lunging right hand
#KD2#
and Kersikov counters with a crisp right hand that drops Bloodaxe! Kersikov lets Bloodaxe back up to his feet, looking for a finish!
Bloodaxe looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Kersikov connects with a looping right hand.
Kersikov misses the jab.
And that's the end of the fight!
Marko Kersikov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Kersikov 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Marko Kersikov!
A victorious Marko Kersikov 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 184: Anderson v Andrei
Date: Nov 11, 2023 |
#R1#
A telegraphed right hand from Bloodaxe misses the target.
Haudegen slips under a jab from Bloodaxe.
Haudegen looks to score with a jab to the body but Bloodaxe is just out of range.
Bloodaxe scores with a jab to the jaw.
Haudegen on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Haudegen blocks a leg kick.
Bloodaxe lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Haudegen throws a hook to the side of Bloodaxe's head but Bloodaxe sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Haudegen throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Bloodaxe.
Jab from Bloodaxe.
Gunnar Bloodaxe seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bloodaxe lands a nice leg kick that just misses Haudegen's sensitive parts.
Haudegen avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Haudegen half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
The fighters circle momentarily. Bloodaxe darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Haudegen uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe scores with a body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Haudegen moves away from the strike by Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Bloodaxe throws an overhand right that lands on Haudegen's shoulder, as Haudegen tries to avoid the shot.
Haudegen feinted with a counter takedown.
Bloodaxe drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Bloodaxe throws a low kick but it's checked well by Haudegen.
Bloodaxe catches Haudegen with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#T1#
Bloodaxe swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Haudegen half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Haudegen checks a leg kick.
Bloodaxe missing with a left hand there. Haudegen was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Bloodaxe pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Haudegen jabs Bloodaxe to the body, keeping him at a distance.
We've been hearing reports that Haudegen has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Bloodaxe ducks right into an uppercut from Haudegen.
Bloodaxe looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Bloodaxe looks to land a combination but Haudegen avoids it well.
Haudegen takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
A slow jab from Bloodaxe misses its intended target.
Haudegen throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Bloodaxe uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Haudegen.
Jab by Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe tries to score with a low kick but Haudegen moves his leg out of the way.
Haudegen uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bloodaxe.
Haudegen on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Good standup being displayed there by Bloodaxe as he connects with a hook.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Haudegen staying out of range there.
Bloodaxe throws out a loose jab but Haudegen uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bloodaxe misses with an uppercut. Haudegen saw that one coming.
Bloodaxe throws a hook but Haudegen avoids it easily.#T2#
Bloodaxe 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.
Bloodaxe looks to land a left hand but Haudegen moved out of range nicely.
The fighters circling - Haudegen throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Bloodaxe tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Haudegen is able to avoid easily.
Bloodaxe swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Bloodaxe is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Haudegen looks to land a left hand but Bloodaxe moved out of range nicely.
Bloodaxe throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A telegraphed right hand from Bloodaxe misses the target.
Bloodaxe misses with a hook. Haudegen ducked under it nicely.
Haudegen appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Bloodaxe misses with a straight right.
Gunnar Bloodaxe is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Bloodaxe misses with a right hand #TD#
and Haudegen counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Haudegen wants to control but Bloodaxe is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Haudegen is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Haudegen is figuring out what he wants to do next.#T3#
Bloodaxe is trying to control but Haudegen passes into side control!
#SUB#
Haudegen is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Bloodaxe has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB#
Haudegen working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Haudegen wants to lay and pray for a moment but Bloodaxe keeps working. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Bloodaxe regains half guard.
Bloodaxe manages to get to full guard.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Haudegen prevents Bloodaxe from getting back to his feet.
Haudegen is fighting to break Bloodaxe's control of his arms but Bloodaxe is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Bloodaxe being controlled here, momentarily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Gunnar Bloodaxe 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#
Bloodaxe throws a looping overhand right but Haudegen ducks down to avoid it.
Bloodaxe has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Bloodaxe is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Haudegen.
Haudegen half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Haudegen waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Bloodaxe scores with a jab to the jaw.
Bloodaxe is looking to slow Haudegen down with leg kicks.
Haudegen swings for the body but Bloodaxe moves out of range.
Haudegen misses the jab.
Bloodaxe throws a shot from downtown. Haudegen moves away and avoids it.
Bloodaxe misses with an uppercut. Haudegen saw that one coming.
Haudegen misses with a jab, cross combination.
Bloodaxe just misses with a punch to the body.
Bloodaxe misses with a looping right.
Bloodaxe throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloodaxe gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Haudegen.
Haudegen takes one to the side of the head.
Bloodaxe throws a hook to the side of Haudegen's head but Haudegen sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Bloodaxe misses with an uppercut.
Haudegen swings and misses with a hook 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!
Bloodaxe looks to land a body kick but Haudegen moved away.
Bloodaxe looks to land a left hand but Haudegen moved out of range nicely.#T1#
Bloodaxe throws a quick inside leg kick.
Gunnar Bloodaxe seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Haudegen drops his hands momentarily and Bloodaxe takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Bloodaxe misses with a left hand #TD#
and Haudegen counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Haudegen wants to take a breather but Bloodaxe is having none of it.
Bloodaxe controlling the position well.
Bloodaxe trying to control here.
Haudegen is trying to control. Bloodaxe wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Haudegen is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Bloodaxe has managed to free his arm - good work. #T2#
Haudegen is just content to waste time from the top position. Bloodaxe takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Bloodaxe keeping moving, preventing Haudegen from controlling successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Haudegen throws a series of punches but Bloodaxe moves out of range.
Bloodaxe missing with a left hand there. Haudegen was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T3#
A looping hook to the body misses from Bloodaxe. Haudegen does a little dance to reset his feet.
Haudegen drops his hands momentarily and Bloodaxe takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Haudegen misses with an uppercut. Bloodaxe saw that one coming.
A jab from Bloodaxe misses.
A decent looking cross lands there for Bloodaxe.
Haudegen getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Nice jab there from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe scores with a nice head shot.
Bloodaxe throws a looping overhand right but Haudegen ducks down to avoid it.
Bloodaxe lunges at Haudegen with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Haudegen's hand.
Haudegen bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Haudegen is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Bloodaxe misses with an uppercut. Haudegen saw that one coming.
Haudegen half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Bloodaxe misses 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!
Bloodaxe takes one to the chin there.
Haudegen throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bloodaxe missing with a left hand there. Haudegen was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Haudegen paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Bloodaxe throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T4#
A jab from Bloodaxe does it's job there.
A solid leg kick lands there for Bloodaxe.
#TD#
Bloodaxe gets caught flat footed, as Haudegen shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Bloodaxe looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Haudegen puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard. #SUB#
Haudegen looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
#SUB#
Haudegen is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Gunnar Bloodaxe showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Haudegen's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. 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#
A jab from Haudegen finds it's way through Bloodaxe's defenses.
Bloodaxe jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Haudegen ducks right into an uppercut from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe throws a hook to the side of Haudegen's head but Haudegen sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Haudegen takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Haudegen staying out of range there.
Bloodaxe loads up on a big right hand but Haudegen slips the punch.
Haudegen ducks under a wild hook from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe misses with a hook. Haudegen ducked under it nicely.
Haudegen looks to land a left hand but Bloodaxe moved out of range nicely.
Bloodaxe misses with a straight right.
Bloodaxe misses with a leg kick #TD#
so Haudegen counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Bloodaxe keeping moving, preventing Haudegen from controlling successfully. #T1#
Bloodaxe can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Haudegen controls the pace.
Haudegen trying to control the position from guard on top but Bloodaxe is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bloodaxe looking to hit a scissor sweep but Haudegen is one step ahead there.
Bloodaxe keeping moving, preventing Haudegen from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Svalbard Haudegen has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Haudegen misses with a wild body shot.
Bloodaxe throws a body shot but no joy.
Bloodaxe uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Haudegen.
Bloodaxe throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Haudegen displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bloodaxe throws out the jab.
Bloodaxe closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Haudegen misses with the combination.
A nice side step and Bloodaxe releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Haudegen pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Bloodaxe swings for the body but Haudegen moves out of range.
A telegraphed right hand from Bloodaxe misses the target.
A swing and a miss from Bloodaxe.
Haudegen catches Bloodaxe with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Bloodaxe throws a head kick that misses.
Bloodaxe throws a jab but it's blocked by Haudegen.
Haudegen misses with a wild body shot.
Haudegen throws a body punch but Bloodaxe moves out of range. #T3#
Haudegen avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Haudegen bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Haudegen fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bloodaxe manages to avoid it.
Haudegen takes one to the chin there.
Bloodaxe misses with a looping left.
Bloodaxe scores with a jab to the head.
Bloodaxe thuds his right hand into Haudegen's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Haudegen misses with a hook.
Bloodaxe fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Haudegen swings for the body but Bloodaxe moves out of range.
Haudegen misses with a looping left.
Bloodaxe walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Haudegen checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Bloodaxe misses the shot to the body.
Good leg kick by Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe connects with the punch.
Nice defenses there by Bloodaxe.
It seemed like Bloodaxe was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A head kick from Bloodaxe lands but Haudegen takes it in his stride.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Haudegen changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.#T4#
A low kick lands for Bloodaxe.
Haudegen ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Haudegen throws a hook but Bloodaxe blocks it.
Haudegen misses with a straight right.
A combination from Haudegen does no damage.
Haudegen keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe misses with a straight right.
Bloodaxe fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Bloodaxe keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Haudegen walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Bloodaxe throws a shot to the body.
Bloodaxe lands a really nice looking cross but Haudegen seems unphased.
Bloodaxe throws a right and a left that Haudegen avoids nicely.
Haudegen looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Haudegen misses with a body shot.
Nice defenses there by Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe with a hook.
Bloodaxe looks to throw the jab but Haudegen is out of range.
Haudegen half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Haudegen misses with a wild body shot.
And that's the end of the fight!
Gunnar Bloodaxe comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Bloodaxe 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 Yuuki Gou scores the fight 27:30
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 27:30
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gunnar Bloodaxe!
A relieved looking Gunnar Bloodaxe 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 178: Fedetenko v Railio 2
Date: Oct 28, 2023 |
#R1#
Jimenez comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Jimenez misses with an uppercut.
Jimenez thows a left - swing and a miss!
Jimenez misses with a looping right.
Jimenez gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Bloodaxe looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Bloodaxe swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Bloodaxe throws out a loose jab but Jimenez uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bloodaxe uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Jimenez.
Bloodaxe misses with a hook
and Jimenez counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Gunnar Bloodaxe seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jimenez avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Jimenez uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe scores with a kick to the body.
Bloodaxe scores with a crisp jab that stopped Jimenez in his tracks.
Jimenez loads up on a big right hand but Bloodaxe slips the punch.
Jimenez fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Bloodaxe connects with the punch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jimenez connects with a high kick.
Jimenez jabbing away but nothing is landing. #TD2#
Jimenez drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Bloodaxe is not content to let Jimenez control the position. #T1#
Jimenez working away.
Bloodaxe is trying to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Jimenez is trying to get an arm triangle but Bloodaxe is defending well. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB2#
Jimenez wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Bloodaxe, who protects the arm well. #SUB2#
Jimenez goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Bloodaxe has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Jimenez but great work by Bloodaxe.
Jimenez has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Jimenez is looking to regain half guard here but Bloodaxe keeps moving and retains side control. #T3#
Jimenez is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Jimenez manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Jimenez trying to control the action but Bloodaxe is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Jimenez is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Bloodaxe is just riding it out for now. Jimenez eventually gives up the hold.
Jimenez is trying to control. Bloodaxe wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T4#
Jimenez is thwarting Bloodaxe's attempts to control the position.
Bloodaxe is staying active underneath Jimenez, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Diogo Jimenez will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Bloodaxe fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Jimenez checks it well.
Jimenez's jab looks to have found its range, popping Bloodaxe under the eye.
Bloodaxe missing with a left hand there. Jimenez was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Jimenez only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Bloodaxe scores with a jab. Jimenez acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
A swing and a miss from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Jimenez counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bloodaxe throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Jimenez throws the left hand but Bloodaxe avoids the punch easily.
Jimenez misses with an uppercut. Bloodaxe saw that one coming.
Bloodaxe throwing a counter right hand but Jimenez manages to avoid it.
An inside leg kick from Bloodaxe misses.
Bloodaxe wants to slow Jimenez down by chopping away at his legs.
Bloodaxe throws a solid leg kick but Jimenez takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Bloodaxe.
Jimenez looks to land a body kick but Bloodaxe moved away.
As Jimenez backs away, Bloodaxe returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Jimenez moves out of range of the strikes.
Diogo Jimenez seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Bloodaxe connects with an inside leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jimenez throws a head kick that misses.
Bloodaxe swings for the body but Jimenez moves out of range.
Jimenez takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Bloodaxe lands with a cross.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bloodaxe throws a lazy right hand but Jimenez sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Jimenez bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T1#
Bloodaxe gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Jimenez avoids the body shot from Bloodaxe.
A big left from Bloodaxe misses.
Jimenez fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
A jab from Bloodaxe misses.
Bloodaxe throws a nice outside leg kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bloodaxe. Jimenez does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bloodaxe looks for the body kick but Jimenez saw that one coming.
Bloodaxe throws an overhand right that lands on Jimenez's shoulder, as Jimenez tries to avoid the shot.
Jimenez displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bloodaxe throws out the jab.
Jimenez blocks a jab.
Jimenez throws out a counter right but Bloodaxe avoids it with no problem.
Jimenez looks to land a left hand but Bloodaxe moved out of range nicely.
Bloodaxe tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jimenez was well out of range. Poor timing from Bloodaxe.
A little jabbing left from Jimenez on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Bloodaxe steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Jimenez.
Jimenez throws a body shot but no joy.
Bloodaxe doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Gunnar Bloodaxe is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Jimenez displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bloodaxe throws out the jab.
A slow jab from Jimenez misses its intended target.
Jimenez throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bloodaxe gets cracked there but stands up to it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bloodaxe keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
#T2#
Bloodaxe misses the shot to the body.
Jimenez jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bloodaxe ducks under a wild hook from Jimenez.
Jimenez wants to clinch up but Bloodaxe keeps it at a distance.
Bloodaxe tried to score with a low kick but Jimenez checks it.
Bloodaxe blocks a low kick nicely.
Bloodaxe keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bloodaxe half committed to a counter leg kick.
Bloodaxe throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jimenez throws a jab but it's blocked by Bloodaxe.
Jimenez connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Jimenez looks to throw the jab but Bloodaxe is out of range.
Jimenez shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Jimenez lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Jimenez tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Bloodaxe defends well and Jimenez ends up having to push Bloodaxe into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Jimenez misses with a wild body shot.
A head kick misses from Jimenez.
Jimenez drops his hands momentarily and Bloodaxe takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Jimenez 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.
Bloodaxe throws a big shot that misses.
A punch combination from Bloodaxe misses. #T3#
Bloodaxe lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Bloodaxe takes a jab right on the kisser.
Bloodaxe with a jab.
Bloodaxe looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
A slow jab from Bloodaxe misses its intended target.
Jimenez comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Bloodaxe moves out of range as Jimenez strikes.
Bloodaxe connects with the punch.
Bloodaxe thows a left - swing and a miss!
Jimenez thows a left - swing and a miss!
A jab from Bloodaxe misses.
Bloodaxe lands with an uppercut that bounces Jimenez off the cage and back into range.
Bloodaxe is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Bloodaxe on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
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!
Bloodaxe lands the left hand.
Jimenez checks the leg kick nicely there.
Jimenez looks to land a right hand but Bloodaxe moved out of range.
Bloodaxe throws a leg kick but Jimenez checks it.
Jimenez moves out of range as Bloodaxe strikes.
Jimenez slips under a jab from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe throws a looping overhand right but Jimenez ducks down to avoid it. #T4##CL2#
Jimenez pushes Bloodaxe up against the cage in a clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bloodaxe. #BC2#
Jimenez escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Bloodaxe misses with a straight left.
Jimenez gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
A swing and a miss from Jimenez.
Bloodaxe dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Jimenez. That did some damage!
Jimenez staying out of range there.
Jimenez fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bloodaxe manages to avoid it.
Bloodaxe throws a leg kick but Jimenez sees it coming and moves out of range.
Bloodaxe lands with an overhand left.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jimenez. Bloodaxe does a little dance to reset his feet.
It looked like Bloodaxe wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Bloodaxe cracks Jimenez with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bloodaxe lands a really nice looking cross but Jimenez seems unphased.
Jimenez tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Bloodaxe defends well and Jimenez ends up having to push Bloodaxe into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Bloodaxe takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
A swing and a miss from Jimenez.
Nice body punch from Jimenez.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Gunnar Bloodaxe dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Bloodaxe scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Bloodaxe checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Bloodaxe goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Bloodaxe keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Jimenez.
Bloodaxe looks to land a right hand but Jimenez moved out of range.
A telegraphed right hand from Bloodaxe misses the target.
Jimenez swings for the body but Bloodaxe moves out of range.
Bloodaxe swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Bloodaxe takes one on the button.
Jimenez tries a head kick but it misses.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Bloodaxe, as that shot connected.
Jimenez moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Bloodaxe misses with a looping right.
Bloodaxe misses with a leg kick
letting Jimenez counter with a right hand.
Jimenez throws a body shot but no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloodaxe misses with a straight right.
Bloodaxe tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Jimenez motions for Bloodaxe to come forward. Jimenez throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Bloodaxe tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jimenez was well out of range. Poor timing from Bloodaxe.
A slow jab from Bloodaxe misses its intended target.
Bloodaxe scores with a crisp jab that stopped Jimenez in his tracks. #T1#
Bloodaxe misses with an uppercut. Jimenez saw that one coming.
Nice straight punches there by Jimenez. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Jimenez.
Bloodaxe misses with a body shot.
A chopping leg kick lands by Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Jimenez on the side of the head.
Bloodaxe ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Jimenez connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Bloodaxe's hands.
Bloodaxe takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Jimenez stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Bloodaxe.#TD2#
Jimenez drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Bloodaxe is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Jimenez presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bloodaxe blocks a body shot from Jimenez.
Jimenez has a couple of punches blocked by Bloodaxe.
Jimenez is struggling to control the position.
Jimenez stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.#T2#
Jimenez throws a head punch that misses.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Jimenez.
Jimenez swings wildly with an uppercut but Bloodaxe uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jimenez goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Bloodaxe misses with a hook to the ribs.
Bloodaxe pushes Jimenez back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bloodaxe.
Jimenez scores with a nice hook to the head.
Bloodaxe blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Jimenez lands a nice uppercut.#BC#
Bloodaxe's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T3#
A nice leg kick from Bloodaxe, right into the meat of the thigh.
A slow jab from Jimenez misses its intended target.
Jimenez throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bloodaxe shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Bloodaxe throws a right hand that Jimenez ducks under and follows up with a left that Jimenez also avoids with ease.
Donk. Bloodaxe catches Jimenez right on the button with a cross.
Jimenez takes one on the button.#TD2#
Jimenez shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Bloodaxe napping and manages to drive through into side control!#SUB2#
Jimenez is trying to get an arm triangle but Bloodaxe is defending well. #SUB2#
Jimenez tries for a kimura but Bloodaxe is defending well.
Jimenez wants to control but Bloodaxe is keeping him busy. #T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bloodaxe tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SUB2#
Jimenez is trying to get an arm triangle but Bloodaxe is defending well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bloodaxe wants to control but Jimenez postures up.
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 Gunnar Bloodaxe.
I think Bloodaxe 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 Shirou Masuda scores the fight 29:29
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 28:29
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Diogo Jimenez!
Diogo Jimenez 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 171: Vitali v Creed
Date: Oct 14, 2023 |
#R1#
Bloodaxe lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Bloodaxe looks to land a left hand but Picklesbly moved out of range nicely.
Picklesbly moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Bloodaxe misses with a shot to the body
and Picklesbly counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Picklesbly ducks under a wild hook from Bloodaxe.
Picklesbly tries to counter with a clinch but Bloodaxe shakes him off and moves away.
Bloodaxe connects with an inside leg kick.
The fighters circling - Picklesbly throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Bloodaxe misses with a body kick.
Picklesbly feints a counter leg kick.
Picklesbly lands a glancing blow to the side of Bloodaxe's head.
Picklesbly 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.
Bloodaxe throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bloodaxe just misses with a punch to the body.
Bloodaxe throws a jab when Picklesbly was well out of range.
Bloodaxe is looking to chop away at Picklesbly's legs.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Picklesbly! But no joy.
A punch combination from Bloodaxe misses.
Picklesbly is looking to clinch but Bloodaxe is avoiding it.
Bloodaxe misses with a looping right.
Bloodaxe with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Picklesbly to score with a decent uppercut.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Picklesbly stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Bloodaxe.
Picklesbly slips a jab from Bloodaxe.
Picklesbly was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.#T1#
Bloodaxe listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.#CL2#
Picklesbly clinches.
Picklesbly prevents a body shot from Bloodaxe.
A nice left hand lands by Picklesbly.
Picklesbly throws a head punch that misses.
A head punch on the inside from Picklesbly fails to land.
Picklesbly lands with a right to the head.
Bloodaxe doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Picklesbly tries to throw a body punch but Bloodaxe avoids it by throwing Picklesbly back against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Picklesbly fails to land. #BC#
Bloodaxe escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Bloodaxe fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Picklesbly manages to avoid it.
Bloodaxe misses with a left hand #CL2#
and Picklesbly holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Picklesbly throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.#T2#
Picklesbly misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Picklesbly doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Picklesbly cracks Bloodaxe with a nice body shot.
Picklesbly throws a punch but it's blocked by Bloodaxe.
Picklesbly misses with a body punch.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Picklesbly.
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!
Picklesbly has a couple of punches blocked by Bloodaxe.
Picklesbly lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Picklesbly trying to land knees to the body.
Bloodaxe has a couple of punches blocked by Picklesbly.
Picklesbly has a couple of punches blocked by Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe avoids the elbow strike from Picklesbly, against the cage.
Picklesbly doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Picklesbly misses with a punch on the inside.
#T3#
Picklesbly struggles to land a body shot inside as Bloodaxe controls his hands.
Picklesbly prevents a body shot from Bloodaxe.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Picklesbly.
Picklesbly trying to land knees to the body.
Picklesbly blocking some punches.
Picklesbly misses with a short punch on the inside.
Picklesbly makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Picklesbly throws a head punch that misses.
Bloodaxe lands a hook to the side of the head.
A head punch on the inside from Picklesbly fails to land.
Bloodaxe prevents a body shot from Picklesbly. #BC#
Bloodaxe manages to break the clinch.
Jab from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe throws a shot from downtown. Picklesbly moves away and avoids it.#T4#
Bloodaxe motions for Picklesbly to come forward. Bloodaxe throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Bloodaxe throws a right hand that misses
letting Picklesbly counter with a right hand.
Bloodaxe throws a poor cross that misses
and Picklesbly cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bloodaxe throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Picklesbly sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Picklesbly tries to counter by closing the distance.
Picklesbly tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Bloodaxe paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Picklesbly ducks under a wild hook from Bloodaxe.
Picklesbly wants to counter with a clinch but Bloodaxe pushes him away.
Picklesbly bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bloodaxe throws an overhand right that lands on Picklesbly's shoulder, as Picklesbly tries to avoid the shot.
Bloodaxe fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Picklesbly on the side of the head.
Bloodaxe jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bloodaxe throws a jab but it's blocked by Picklesbly.
Bloodaxe misses with a lunging right hand
and Picklesbly makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
The fight stays on the outside here - Picklesbly looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Picklesbly lands a nice looking body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Adrian Picklesbly 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#
Bloodaxe thumps Picklesbly with a low kick.
Bloodaxe looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Bloodaxe misses with a low kick as Picklesbly jumps back.
Picklesbly slips under a jab.
Bloodaxe fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Picklesbly manages to avoid it.
Bloodaxe misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Picklesbly is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Bloodaxe needs to keep his hands up - Picklesbly had a free shot at his head there.
Picklesbly takes a jab right on the kisser.
Picklesbly keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bloodaxe misses with a right hand
and Picklesbly counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Bloodaxe on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Bloodaxe blocks a jab.
An attempted straight right counter from Bloodaxe misses the target.
Bloodaxe looks to land a left hand but Picklesbly moved out of range nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloodaxe works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Picklesbly throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A punch lands to the side of Bloodaxe 's head but he takes it in his stride.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Picklesbly moves out of range as Bloodaxe strikes.
Picklesbly lands a body shot.
#T1#
Picklesbly misses the shot to the body.
Good standup being displayed there by Picklesbly as he connects with a hook.
Bloodaxe scores with a leg kick.
Bloodaxe uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Picklesbly.
Picklesbly blocks a jab.
Picklesbly fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Picklesbly blocks a leg kick.
Picklesbly throws a hook to the side of Bloodaxe's head but Bloodaxe sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Picklesbly waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bloodaxe.
Picklesbly bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bloodaxe throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Picklesbly appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Picklesbly works the jab nicely.
Bloodaxe lands with a slapping head kick.
Bloodaxe swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Bloodaxe misses with an uppercut. Picklesbly saw that one coming.
Picklesbly takes one to the chin there.#T2#
Bloodaxe looks to land a right hand but Picklesbly moved out of range.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A low kick from Bloodaxe misses
and Picklesbly counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Jab, jab by Picklesbly - just one landing.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Bloodaxe jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Picklesbly. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.
Picklesbly on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Bloodaxe cracks Picklesbly with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Bloodaxe throws a looping overhand right but Picklesbly ducks down to avoid it.
Picklesbly moves in looking to clinch but Bloodaxe pushes him off.
Bloodaxe throws a quick inside leg kick.
Picklesbly throws a lazy right hand but Bloodaxe sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Gunnar Bloodaxe is winning the standup battle so far.
Bloodaxe moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Gunnar Bloodaxe seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Picklesbly tries to clinch but Bloodaxe is having none of it.
Picklesbly throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bloodaxe sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bloodaxe throws out a loose jab but Picklesbly uses good head movement to avoid it.
A big right from Bloodaxe misses.
Bloodaxe jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T3#
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Bloodaxe checks a leg kick.
Picklesbly tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Bloodaxe misses with an uppercut
and Picklesbly connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bloodaxe misses with a lunging right hand
and Picklesbly counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Picklesbly throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Bloodaxe attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Picklesbly now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Picklesbly misses with a two punch combination.
Bloodaxe fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Bloodaxe ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Picklesbly moves away.
Picklesbly throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Bloodaxe throws the left hand but Picklesbly avoids the punch easily.
Picklesbly steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe misses with an uppercut.
A telegraphed right hand from Bloodaxe misses the target.
Picklesbly let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Bloodaxe misses with a low kick.
Bloodaxe smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Bloodaxe misses with an uppercut. Picklesbly saw that one coming.#T4#
Picklesbly throws a lazy right hand but Bloodaxe sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bloodaxe looks to land a left hand but Picklesbly moved out of range nicely.
Bloodaxe swings away with a body shot that misses
and Picklesbly counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bloodaxe throws out a leg kick but Picklesbly moves out of range and Bloodaxe only half commits.
Picklesbly gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Bloodaxe.
Picklesbly cracks Bloodaxe with a right hand to the side of the head.
Picklesbly misses the shot to the body.
Picklesbly throws a body punch but Bloodaxe moves out of range.
Bloodaxe avoids the body shot from Picklesbly.
Picklesbly tries to clinch up.
Picklesbly uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe misses with a looping left.#CL2#
Picklesbly closes the distance and clinches.
Picklesbly lands a left hand.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bloodaxe.
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 Gunnar Bloodaxe will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Picklesbly tries to close the distance and clinch up but Bloodaxe swats him away and circles back towards the center.
An attempted straight right counter from Bloodaxe misses the target.
A lazy left from Bloodaxe finds it's target.
Bloodaxe swings away with a body shot that misses
and Picklesbly cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bloodaxe lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Picklesbly swings away with a body shot that misses
enabling Bloodaxe to counter with a crisp jab.
Bloodaxe throws a body punch but Picklesbly moves out of range.
Good leg kick by Bloodaxe.
Picklesbly shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Picklesbly bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bloodaxe cracks a nice hook into Picklesbly's ribs.
Picklesbly lands with an overhand left.
Bloodaxe rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Picklesbly counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Picklesbly tries to clinch there but Bloodaxe circles away.
Bloodaxe is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Picklesbly.
Picklesbly takes one to the side of the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bloodaxe tests Picklesbly's chin there with a solid looking shot.#T1#
Bloodaxe throws out a powerful jab.
Bloodaxe misses with a body shot.
Bloodaxe jabs Picklesbly right on the nose. Picklesbly blinks but takes it well.
Bloodaxe misses the jab.
A telegraphed right hand from Picklesbly misses the target.
Picklesbly uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bloodaxe.#CL2#
Picklesbly clinches with his opponent.
Picklesbly working aggressively here.
Picklesbly tries to work over Bloodaxe's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Picklesbly lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Picklesbly missing with knees to the body.
Bloodaxe tries to break the clinch but Picklesbly is controlling the position.
Picklesbly working aggressively here.
Picklesbly has a couple of punches blocked by Bloodaxe.
#T2#
Picklesbly misses with some punches.
Bloodaxe prevents a body shot from Picklesbly.
Picklesbly presses Bloodaxe against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Picklesbly makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Bloodaxe tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Picklesbly goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Picklesbly tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bloodaxe is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Picklesbly swings wildly with an uppercut but Bloodaxe uses good head movement to avoid it.
Picklesbly lands an elbow inside that Bloodaxe shrugs off.
Bloodaxe swings away with an uppercut that misses.
#T3#
Bloodaxe scores with a nice hook to the head.
Bloodaxe blocks a body shot from Picklesbly.
Picklesbly working aggressively here.
Bloodaxe tries a body shot but Picklesbly blocks it.
Bloodaxe lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Picklesbly backwards.
Picklesbly creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Picklesbly misses with the head strike.
#BC#
Bloodaxe manages to break the clinch.
Bloodaxe swings widly with a right hand
and Bloodaxe takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Picklesbly displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bloodaxe throws out the jab.
Picklesbly slips a jab and a cross from Bloodaxe.
Picklesbly throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bloodaxe tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Picklesbly is able to avoid easily.
Picklesbly wants to counter with a clinch but Bloodaxe pushes him away.
Bloodaxe throws a jab but it's blocked by Picklesbly. #T4#
Bloodaxe throws a jab when Picklesbly was well out of range.
Picklesbly looks to throw the jab but Bloodaxe is out of range.
Picklesbly moves away from the strike by Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe looks to score with a jab to the body but Picklesbly is just out of range.
Picklesbly moves out of range of the body kick.
Bloodaxe misses with a looping left.
Picklesbly misses with a wild body shot.
A big right from Picklesbly misses.
Bloodaxe changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Picklesbly's corner calls for a 1-2. Picklesbly obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Bloodaxe looks to throw the jab but Picklesbly is out of range.
A cross from Picklesbly lands.
Bloodaxe misses with a leg kick
and Picklesbly counters with a nice uppercut.
Bloodaxe's corner calls for a 1-2. Bloodaxe obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Picklesbly ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Picklesbly throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Bloodaxe stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
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 Gunnar Bloodaxe.
I think Bloodaxe 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 Eliza Hachem scores the fight 29:28
Judge John Mangel scores the fight 29:28
Judge Ben Hemmingworth scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gunnar Bloodaxe!
Gunnar Bloodaxe decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
The defeated Adrian Picklesbly had this to say: 'Congratulations. Chive on. Whatever. '. |
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Event:
WVT 165: Hussein v Picklesbly
Date: Sep 30, 2023 |
#R1#
Corona misses with a shot to the body
and Bloodaxe counters with a nice uppercut.
Corona scores with a head kick. Bloodaxe tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Corona throws a head kick but Bloodaxe moves out of range.
Corona connects with a high kick.
Bloodaxe fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Corona has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Corona is looking to land body kicks.
Bloodaxe throws the left hand but Corona avoids the punch easily.
Bloodaxe throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Bloodaxe cracks Corona with a right hand to the side of the head.
Corona misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Corona takes one on the button.
Corona shoots in and drives through. Bloodaxe sprawls well.
Bloodaxe is looking to counter punch.#T1#
Corona misses the shot to the body.
Bloodaxe swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Bloodaxe scores with a body shot.
Corona throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Corona throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Bloodaxe throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Corona misses with a kick to the body.
A head kick by Corona misses
and Bloodaxe counters with a stiff right hand. #CUT#It looks like Juan Corona has been cut.
Corona throws a shot to the body.
Bloodaxe 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.
Corona shoots in and drives through. Bloodaxe sprawls well.
A looping hook to the body misses from Corona. Bloodaxe does a little dance to reset his feet.#T2#
Corona throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#CL2#
Corona closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Corona jumps guard but Bloodaxe turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Gunnar Bloodaxe has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Juan Corona.#BC#
Bloodaxe breaks the clinch.
No luck for Corona with that takedown attempt.
Corona swings for the body but Bloodaxe moves out of range.
Bloodaxe throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Corona throws a sloppy head kick and Bloodaxe moves out of range easily.
Corona defending well as Bloodaxe loads up on a big left hand.
Corona is looking for the big counter here.
Bloodaxe looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Corona tries to score with a low kick but Bloodaxe moves his leg out of the way.#T3#
Bloodaxe throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Corona sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bloodaxe throws a hook but Corona blocks it.
Bloodaxe cracks Corona with a good jab.
Bloodaxe pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Bloodaxe keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Bloodaxe went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Bloodaxe swats away the attempt to clinch by Corona.
Corona is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Corona darts in trying to clinch
and Bloodaxe connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T4#
Corona throws a sloppy head kick and Bloodaxe moves out of range easily.
Bloodaxe was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Bloodaxe lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Corona at a distance.
A slapping leg kick lands for Corona.
Corona ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bloodaxe throws an off balance right hand
and Corona counters with a three punch combo that has Bloodaxe backing up. Bloodaxe nods at Corona to acknowledge the strikes.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bloodaxe uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Corona.
We've been informed that Corona has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Bloodaxe throws a lazy right hand but Corona sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Corona slips a jab from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe lunges at Corona with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Corona's hand.
Bloodaxe rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Corona counters with a big head kick but Bloodaxe shrugs it off. #CL2#
Corona closes the distance and clinches.
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 Gunnar Bloodaxe will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Juan Corona'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.#R2#
Corona misses with a wild body shot.
Bloodaxe avoids a kick to the body.
A slapping leg kick lands for Bloodaxe.
Corona throws a head kick that misses.
Bloodaxe takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Corona throws a sloppy head kick
and Bloodaxe counters with a stiff right hand.
Corona wants to clinch up but Bloodaxe keeps it at a distance.
Bloodaxe seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
A slapping body kick lands there for Corona.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#KD#
Bloodaxe cracks Corona with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Corona looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Bloodaxe finish him?
#ROC#Corona is rocked!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Corona showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Bloodaxe.
Corona is still on wobbly legs! Can Bloodaxe finish him?
Bloodaxe lands a big uppercut and this one is all over! His foe lies motionless on the canvas - a massive one punch knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Gunnar Bloodaxe!
Gunnar Bloodaxe seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
Juan Corona spoke after the fight, saying 'Wow! He is more badass than I thought.'. |
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Event:
WVT 157: Thibodeaux Jr v Steve
Date: Sep 15, 2023 |
#R1#
Logan moves away from the strike by Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe ducks under a wild hook from Logan.
Logan 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.
Logan lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Logan throws out a loose jab but Bloodaxe uses good head movement to avoid it.
Logan connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Bloodaxe throws a body shot but no joy.
Bloodaxe avoids a punch combination nicely.
Logan misses with a low kick.
Logan misses with a combination
and Bloodaxe counters with a straight right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloodaxe takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Bloodaxe takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Bloodaxe checks a leg kick.
Bloodaxe bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bloodaxe thinks about countering with a body kick.
Logan misses with a body shot.
#T1#
Bloodaxe slips a jab and a cross from Logan.
A little feinted left hand from Bloodaxe on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Logan lands with a thumping leg kick.
Bloodaxe misses with a looping left.
Nice shot by Logan.
Bloodaxe swats away the attempt to clinch by Logan.
Logan takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Logan throws a leg kick which misses Bloodaxe's front leg but catches the back leg as Bloodaxe tries to avoid it.
Logan rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bloodaxe counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Bloodaxe gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Bloodaxe keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Logan swinging wildly here.
Bloodaxe loads up on a big right hand but Logan slips the punch.
Frankie Logan seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bloodaxe lands a really nice looking cross but Logan seems unphased.
#T2#
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!
Logan tries to work over Bloodaxe's front leg with a kick but Bloodaxe checks it.
Bloodaxe was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Logan scores with a body shot.
Logan lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Logan throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Bloodaxe on the side of the head.
Logan misses with a straight left.
Logan 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.
The fight stays on the outside here - Logan looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Bloodaxe is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Logan.
Bloodaxe takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Logan misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Logan connects with a leg kick.
Bloodaxe takes a swing at Logan's ribcage but misses.
Logan turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.#T3#
Bloodaxe lands with a nice body punch.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Logan 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 Bloodaxe has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Bloodaxe and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Logan slips under a jab.
Logan is looking to slow Bloodaxe down with leg kicks.
Bloodaxe throws an overhand right that lands on Logan's shoulder, as Logan tries to avoid the shot.
Logan takes a jab right on the kisser.
Logan looks to throw the jab but Bloodaxe is out of range.
Logan connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Bloodaxe moves forwards but Logan connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Logan throws a hook but Bloodaxe avoids it easily.
Bloodaxe was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Logan looks to land a combination but Bloodaxe avoids it well.
Logan connects with a body shot.
Logan lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Logan scores with a leg kick.
Logan dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Bloodaxe looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Logan is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Bloodaxe had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.#T4#
Bloodaxe displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Logan throws out the jab.
Logan sizes up Bloodaxe with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Logan has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Bloodaxe finds it's way round the side to connect with Logan's head.
Logan lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Logan's corner calls for a 1-2. Logan obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Logan 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.
Bloodaxe takes a jab right on the kisser.
Bloodaxe is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Logan wants to clinch up but Bloodaxe keeps it at a distance.
Bloodaxe pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Logan scores with a hook to the body. Bloodaxe takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
That kick from Logan tenderised Bloodaxe's leg. Bloodaxe is trying to keep his angry face on.
Logan scores with a nice head shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bloodaxe moves forwards but Logan connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Logan throws an off balance right hand
and Bloodaxe counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Frankie Logan dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Bloodaxe misses with a looping left.
A jab from Bloodaxe misses.
Logan takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Logan jabs Bloodaxe right on the nose. Bloodaxe blinks but takes it well.
A jab from Logan does it's job there.
Logan has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Some wild striking there from Logan.
Logan swings widly with a right hand
and Bloodaxe counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Bloodaxe feints and then cracks Logan's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Logan down.
Bloodaxe 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.
Bloodaxe bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Logan's head backwards.
Logan throws a low kick but it's checked well by Bloodaxe.
Logan connects with a body shot that sends Bloodaxe's belly button to the back.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Logan misses with a leg kick
and Bloodaxe cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#ROC#Logan is rocked!
Logan moves away from the strike by Bloodaxe.
It seemed like Logan was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T1#
Logan scores with a sloppy right hand. Bloodaxe should have avoided that one.
Logan fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Bloodaxe might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Logan scoring well with a low kick there.
Bloodaxe throws a hook but Logan avoids it easily.
Bloodaxe takes one to the side of the head.
Frankie Logan seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Bloodaxe throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bloodaxe takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Bloodaxe throws a combination that misses
and Logan counters with a series of strikes. Bloodaxe will be more careful next time no doubt.
Bloodaxe throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Logan sees it coming and avoids it easily.
It seemed like Logan was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Bloodaxe takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Bloodaxe throws a jab when Logan was well out of range.
Bloodaxe takes a jab right on the kisser.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A swing and a miss from Logan.
Bloodaxe throws a lazy right hand but Logan sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A countering left hand to the body from Logan misses.#T2#
Logan lands with a nice body punch.
Logan cracks Bloodaxe with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Logan stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Logan fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Bloodaxe has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Logan buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Bloodaxe pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Bloodaxe throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Bloodaxe looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
A jab from Logan does it's job there.
Bloodaxe uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Logan.
Bloodaxe throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Logan.
Bloodaxe tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
A slow jab from Bloodaxe misses its intended target.
Bloodaxe misses with a hook
and Logan counters with a right hand to the body. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#T3#
Bloodaxe blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Logan misses with a hook to the ribs.
#BC2#
Logan breaks from the clinch.
Good leg kick by Logan.
Bloodaxe throws a body kick that misses.
Bloodaxe slips a jab from Logan.
Logan throws a hook but Bloodaxe avoids it easily.
Bloodaxe was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Logan lands with a shot to the body.
Logan cracks Bloodaxe with a good jab.
Logan misses with a straight left.
Bloodaxe lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Logan circles away quickly and effectively.
Logan is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Bloodaxe with a body shot.
Bloodaxe throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Logan counters with a nice uppercut.
Bloodaxe throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Logan sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T4#
Logan takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Logan changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
A nice inside leg kick there by Logan. That's going to slow Bloodaxe down.
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!
Logan avoids the body shot from Bloodaxe.
Logan throws a low kick but it's checked well by Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe is looking to counter punch.
Logan tests Bloodaxe's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Bloodaxe's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Logan connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Bloodaxe scrambles back to his feet.
Bloodaxe looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Logan connects with a leg kick.
Logan misses with an uppercut.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Logan throws a jab but it's blocked by Bloodaxe.
Logan looks to land a left hand but Bloodaxe moved out of range nicely.
Logan lands a nice shot that snaps Bloodaxe's head back.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Frankie Logan showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Logan takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Gunnar Bloodaxe has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Frankie Logan is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Logan throws a leg kick that is checked
and Bloodaxe counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Logan moves out of range as Bloodaxe throws a body kick.
Logan swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bloodaxe is looking to counter punch.
Logan connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Bloodaxe momentarily.
Logan ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Bloodaxe uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Logan.
Bloodaxe lands a jab-cross combination.
Logan throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Bloodaxe was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Logan misses the shot to the body.
Logan cracks a nice hook into Bloodaxe's ribs.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bloodaxe looks to land a left hand but Logan moved out of range nicely.
Logan connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
A jab from Logan finds it's way through Bloodaxe's defenses. #T1#
Logan lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Bloodaxe at a distance.
Bloodaxe pulls out of a head kick attempt.
The fighters circling - Logan throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Bloodaxe misses with a wild body shot.
Bloodaxe steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Logan.
Bloodaxe misses with a hook. Logan ducked under it nicely.
A countering left hand to the body from Logan misses.
Bloodaxe delivers a nice body kick.
Bloodaxe moves out of range as Logan strikes.
Logan connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Logan throws a lazy uppercut
and Bloodaxe counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Bloodaxe misses with a left hand
and Logan counters with a straight right hand.
Logan slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Logan throws a hook but Bloodaxe avoids it easily.
Bloodaxe looking to land some kicks to the body here.
#T2#
Logan misses the shot to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Logan slips a straight right by Bloodaxe.
Logan lands with a thumping leg kick.
Logan misses with a lunging right hand
and Bloodaxe counters with a straight right hand.
Logan scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Logan connects with a leg kick.
A low kick lands for Logan.
Logan moves out of range as Bloodaxe strikes.
Logan lands a jab to Bloodaxe's midsection.
Logan works over Bloodaxe's head and body with a nice combination.
A swing and a miss from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Logan turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.#T3#
Logan looks to score with a jab to the body but Bloodaxe is just out of range.
Logan throws a low kick but Bloodaxe avoids it.
Bloodaxe sizes up Logan with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Bloodaxe moves out of range of the strikes.
Logan connects with a solid leg kick.
Logan with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Bloodaxe throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Logan.
Logan chopping away at his opponent's legs.
#CL2#
Logan darts in and clinches Bloodaxe up against the ropes.
Bloodaxe can't break the clinch.
Bloodaxe is trying to push Logan away but Logan has him pressed against the ropes, so he's going nowhere.#T4#
Logan lands a left hand that snaps the head of Bloodaxe backwards.
Bloodaxe wants to break the clinch but can't.
#BC#
Bloodaxe pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Bloodaxe ducks under a wild hook from Logan.
Logan misses with a left hand
and Bloodaxe counters with a stiff right hand.
Logan lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Logan throws a hook to the side of Bloodaxe's head but Bloodaxe sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Logan catches Bloodaxe with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Bloodaxe throws an overhand right that lands on Logan's shoulder, as Logan tries to avoid the shot.
And that's the end of the fight!
Frankie Logan comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Logan 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 Don Winkell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Frankie Logan!
During a confident post fight interview, Frankie Logan thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
WVT 149: Ryoto v Bloodaxe 2
Date: Aug 26, 2023 |
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Bloodaxe misses with a straight left.
Takahashi throws a leg kick
and Bloodaxe counters with a stiff right hand.
Takahashi wants to clinch up but Bloodaxe keeps it at a distance.
Bloodaxe misses the jab.
Takahashi moves to clinch but Bloodaxe breaks away
and Bloodaxe counters with a left and a right that stings Takahashi.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Takahashi throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Bloodaxe looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T1#
Bloodaxe takes a swing at Takahashi's ribcage but misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Takahashi misses the target.
Takahashi dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Bloodaxe. That did some damage!
The fight stays on the outside here - Takahashi looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Bloodaxe moves out of range of the body kick.
Bloodaxe rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Takahashi counters with an inside leg kick. #T2#
Bloodaxe misses with a straight right.
Bloodaxe moves out of range of the leg kick from Takahashi.
Bloodaxe appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Bloodaxe. Takahashi shrugs it off though.
Bloodaxe throws an overhand right that lands on Takahashi's shoulder, as Takahashi tries to avoid the shot.
Bloodaxe misses with a body shot
and Takahashi cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Takahashi slips a jab from Bloodaxe.#T3#
Takahashi looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Bloodaxe let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Takahashi seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.#CL#
Takahashi fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Bloodaxe, pushing him back against the cage.#BC2#
Bloodaxe manages to break the clinch.
Bloodaxe throws a half hearted mid kick.
It looked like Takahashi was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Takahashi.
Takahashi tries to land a body kick
and Bloodaxe counters with a nice uppercut.
Bloodaxe pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.#T4#
Takahashi avoids the body shot from Bloodaxe.
Takahashi throws a front kick that sends Bloodaxe stumbling back into the cage.
Takahashi takes one to the chin there.
Takahashi moves away from the strike by Bloodaxe.
Takahashi tried to counter with a leg kick but Bloodaxe avoided it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bloodaxe takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#CL#
Takahashi closes the distance and clinches.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Gunnar Bloodaxe will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Bloodaxe throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Takahashi sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bloodaxe will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
As Bloodaxe looks to move away, Takahashi throws a big counter combo but Bloodaxe just gets out of the way.
Bloodaxe tries a head kick but it misses.
Takahashi was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Bloodaxe misses with an uppercut. Takahashi saw that one coming.
Takahashi is looking to counter with head kicks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Takahashi swings for the body but Bloodaxe moves out of range.
Bloodaxe throws a push kick but Takahashi slaps the foot to one side. #T1#
Bloodaxe throws the left hand but Takahashi avoids the punch easily.
Takahashi thinks about countering with a body kick.
Bloodaxe waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Takahashi.
Takahashi throws a body punch but Bloodaxe moves out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Bloodaxe! But no joy.
Bloodaxe misses with a left hand
and Takahashi counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CUT#It looks like Gunnar Bloodaxe has been cut.
Takahashi scores with a punch to the head.
Takahashi moves out of range as Bloodaxe strikes.#T2##CL#
Takahashi has managed to clinch.
Takahashi misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Takahashi tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Takahashi misses with a punch on the inside.
Takahashi doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Takahashi misses with some punches.
Bloodaxe tries to circle away but Takahashi has him pinned against the cage.
Bloodaxe blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Takahashi misses with a body punch.
Bloodaxe wants to break free but Takahashi has control.
Bloodaxe blocks a punch to the side of the head.
#T3#
Takahashi scores with a shot to the side of Bloodaxe's head.
Takahashi tries to pull guard but Bloodaxe won't allow it.
#TD#
Takahashi has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Bloodaxe uses from the top position. #SUB#
Bloodaxe sitting in guard doing not very much at all here. Takahashi doesn't need a second invitation though! He's locked up a guillotine and he's squeezing tight! That is tiiiiiiiiight! Bloodaxe paying the price for stalling here - he's pushing hard on the arm trying to free himself but it's no use! He's tapped! WOW, quick submission from Takahashi - great work!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:33 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Ryoto Takahashi!
Ryoto Takahashi retains his lightweight title!
In his post fight interview, Ryoto Takahashi started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception. |
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Event:
WVT 138: Corassa v Bloodaxe
Date: Aug 04, 2023 |
#R1#
Corassa misses the shot to the body.
Corassa looks to throw the jab but Bloodaxe is out of range.
Corassa missing with a left hand there. Bloodaxe was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A nice leg kick from Corassa, right into the meat of the thigh.
Corassa keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Corassa buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloodaxe keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Corassa misses with a hook to the body
and Bloodaxe connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T1#
Corassa swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Corassa swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bloodaxe looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Corassa fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Bloodaxe on the side of the head.
Corassa throws a lazy uppercut
and Bloodaxe counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Bloodaxe with a nice calf kick.
Bloodaxe fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Corassa manages to avoid it.
Corassa scoring well with a low kick there.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.#T2#
Corassa misses with an uppercut. Bloodaxe saw that one coming.
Bloodaxe throws a body kick that misses.
A little feinted left hand from Corassa on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Bloodaxe swings widly with a right hand
and Corassa counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Corassa throws a big shot that misses.
Bloodaxe throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Corassa counters with a straight right hand.
Bloodaxe lands with a nice body punch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Corassa throws a low kick but Bloodaxe avoids it.#T3#
Bloodaxe is looking to score with low kicks.
Corassa thinks about countering with a body kick.
A jab from Bloodaxe misses.
Bloodaxe throws a jab but it's blocked by Corassa.
Corassa defending well as Bloodaxe loads up on a big left hand.
Corassa swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Bloodaxe throws a nice looking combination but Corassa bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Corassa misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Corassa throws a leg kick that misses.
Bloodaxe throws the kick towards the body but Corassa avoids it.#T4#
A decent looking body kick lands there for Bloodaxe.
Corassa uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bloodaxe.
Corassa throws a lazy head kick
and Bloodaxe counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Jab, jab by Corassa - just one landing.
Corassa takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Bloodaxe uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bloodaxe thows a left - swing and a miss!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Gunnar Bloodaxe dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Bloodaxe misses with a wild body shot.
Corassa is looking to counter punch.
Gunnar Bloodaxe seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A big left from Corassa misses.
Corassa throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bloodaxe looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Corassa feints and then cracks Bloodaxe's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Bloodaxe down.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Corassa connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Corassa scores with a nice body kick.
Bloodaxe ducks under a wild hook from Corassa.#T1#
Bloodaxe misses with a hook. Corassa ducked under it nicely.
Bloodaxe misses with a hook. Corassa ducked under it nicely.
Nice body kick from Bloodaxe.
Corassa seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Corassa misses with a looping right.
Corassa moves out of range as Bloodaxe strikes.
Nice defenses there by Corassa.
Corassa is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
A decent looking cross lands there for Bloodaxe.#T2#
Corassa takes one to the chin there.
Bloodaxe lands a right hook to the body.
Bloodaxe misses with a straight left.
A little feinted left hand from Corassa on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Corassa buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Bloodaxe steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Corassa. That one must have hurt.
Corassa slips under a jab from Bloodaxe.
Corassa appears to be looking for a big counter.#T3#
Corassa throws a leg kick that misses.
A little jabbing left from Bloodaxe on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Bloodaxe misses with a wild body shot.
Corassa swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Corassa throws a low kick, looking for Bloodaxe's leg but Bloodaxe calmly moves out of range.
Bloodaxe avoids the body shot from Corassa.
Corassa throws the kick towards the body but Bloodaxe avoids it.
Bloodaxe throws a body kick that misses
and Corassa counters with a stiff right hand.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Bloodaxe, as that shot connected.
#T4#
Bloodaxe takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Bloodaxe fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Corassa looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Corassa misses with a hook
and Bloodaxe counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #ROC2#Corassa is rocked!
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Bloodaxe, as that shot connected.
Oh Corassa is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Bloodaxe darts in and lands a big hook, right on the button! Corassa's legs crumble underneath him as he falls to the canvas! The ref tackles Bloodaxe before he gets to land any more shots to his stricken foe.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:44 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Gunnar Bloodaxe!
Gunnar Bloodaxe 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 134: Souza v Bloodaxe
Date: Jul 22, 2023 |
#R1#
Bloodaxe connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Azevedo Souza momentarily.
Nice jab there from Bloodaxe.
A big left from Bloodaxe misses.
Azevedo Souza attempts a counter takedown but Bloodaxe avoids it well and moves away.
Bloodaxe looks to land a right hand but Azevedo Souza moved out of range.
Bloodaxe moves away from the strike by Azevedo Souza.
Azevedo Souza walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Gunnar Bloodaxe seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bloodaxe lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Azevedo Souza swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Azevedo Souza is looking to clinch but Bloodaxe is avoiding it.
A punch lands to the side of Azevedo Souza 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Azevedo Souza 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.
Azevedo Souza takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Bloodaxe misses the jab.
Azevedo Souza moves out of range as Bloodaxe strikes.
Azevedo Souza drops down looking for a counter takedown but Bloodaxe sprawls and moves away.
Azevedo Souza takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bloodaxe lands a nice shot that snaps Azevedo Souza's head back.
#T1#
Azevedo Souza misses the jab.
Azevedo Souza 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.
A jab from Bloodaxe misses.
Bloodaxe connects with the punch.
A slapping leg kick lands for Bloodaxe.
Azevedo Souza takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Azevedo Souza tries to clinch there but Bloodaxe circles away.
Bloodaxe misses with a hook.
Bloodaxe lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Azevedo Souza misses with an uppercut.
Bloodaxe has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Azevedo Souza is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Bloodaxe misses the body punch #TD#
and Azevedo Souza counters with a takedown into side control.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB#
Azevedo Souza is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Bloodaxe is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB#
Azevedo Souza is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Bloodaxe is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #T2##SUB#
Azevedo Souza goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Bloodaxe rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Azevedo Souza's guard! Nice work there by Bloodaxe!
Azevedo Souza trying to keep a closed guard but Bloodaxe is proving a slippery customer.
#SUB#
Azevedo Souza looking for a guillotine here but Bloodaxe defends easily.
#SUB#
Azevedo Souza is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Bloodaxe is aware though and is defending well.#T3#
Bloodaxe passes Azevedo Souza's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Azevedo Souza is looking to control Bloodaxe's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Azevedo Souza avoid being mounted?
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Bloodaxe takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Azevedo Souza slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB#
Azevedo Souza has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Bloodaxe is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Azevedo Souza.
Bloodaxe content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Bloodaxe is continuing to stall.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Gunnar Bloodaxe dominated that round.
That's time! Azevedo Souza's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Azevedo Souza blocks a leg kick.
Azevedo Souza feinted with a counter takedown.
Bloodaxe stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Azevedo Souza ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bloodaxe moves away.
Bloodaxe throws a leg kick that misses.
Azevedo Souza tries to counter with a takedown but Bloodaxe is quick to defend against it.
Azevedo Souza slips under a jab from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Bloodaxe misses with a looping left.
Bloodaxe slips a jab from Azevedo Souza.
Bloodaxe slips a jab from Azevedo Souza.
Bloodaxe looks like he wants to counter punch here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Azevedo Souza takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Bloodaxe cracks Azevedo Souza with a right hand to the side of the head.
Bloodaxe lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Bloodaxe throws an overhand right that lands on Azevedo Souza's shoulder, as Azevedo Souza tries to avoid the shot.
Azevedo Souza appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Bloodaxe slips under a jab from Azevedo Souza.#T1#
Bloodaxe throws a low kick but Azevedo Souza avoids it.
Azevedo Souza attempts a counter takedown but Bloodaxe avoids it well and moves away.
Azevedo Souza uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bloodaxe.
A looping hook to the body misses from Azevedo Souza. Bloodaxe does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bloodaxe tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Azevedo Souza was well out of range. Poor timing from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe connects with a good right hand that stumbles Azevedo Souza. Azevedo Souza circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Bloodaxe lands a leg kick that knocks Azevedo Souza off balance momentarily.
Azevedo Souza uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bloodaxe.
A leg kick checked by Azevedo Souza.
The fighters circling - Bloodaxe throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Azevedo Souza throws out a loose jab but Bloodaxe uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bloodaxe fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Azevedo Souza swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T2#
Bloodaxe misses with a straight left.
Gunnar Bloodaxe is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Bloodaxe misses with a looping right.
Bloodaxe misses the jab.
A shot to the liver by Bloodaxe. Beautiful body shot.
Some wild striking there from Azevedo Souza.
It seemed like Bloodaxe was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Bloodaxe cracks Azevedo Souza with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Gunnar Bloodaxe seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Bloodaxe dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Azevedo Souza. That did some damage!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bloodaxe moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. #TD#
Azevedo Souza shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Bloodaxe napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Bloodaxe tries to control the position but he's not in luck - Azevedo Souza easily slips into full mount!
Azevedo Souza tries to control but Bloodaxe wriggling away. #T3#
Azevedo Souza looking to control and managing it successfully.
Bloodaxe stops Azevedo Souza from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better. #SUB#
Azevedo Souza is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Bloodaxe has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Bloodaxe! #SUB#
Azevedo Souza is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Bloodaxe defends well.
Miguel Azevedo Souza overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T4#
Azevedo Souza is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#SUB#
Azevedo Souza throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Bloodaxe escapes and throws Azevedo Souza's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Azevedo Souza is looking for a sweep.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Gunnar Bloodaxe 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. This is the final round!#R3#
Azevedo Souza takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Azevedo Souza thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bloodaxe looks like he wants to counter punch here.
The crowd cheers as Azevedo Souza lands an impressive looking overhand right. Bloodaxe doesn't seem phased though.
Azevedo Souza fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Nice defenses there by Bloodaxe.
Azevedo Souza is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Bloodaxe looks to land a left hand but Azevedo Souza moved out of range nicely.
Azevedo Souza avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Azevedo Souza attempts a counter takedown but Bloodaxe avoids it well and moves away.
Azevedo Souza blocks a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloodaxe throws an ugly left hook that misses
#TD#
and Azevedo Souza decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Bloodaxe's guard.
Bloodaxe keeping moving, preventing Azevedo Souza from controlling successfully.
Azevedo Souza stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Bloodaxe swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T1#
Azevedo Souza trying to control but Bloodaxe is working from the bottom.
Azevedo Souza controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Azevedo Souza looking to pass the guard.
Azevedo Souza slips nicely into half guard.#SUB#
Azevedo Souza is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Miguel Azevedo Souza has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#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.#SUB#
Azevedo Souza seems to be working for a kimura but Bloodaxe defends the submission attempt.
Azevedo Souza trying to control the action but Bloodaxe is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Azevedo Souza is actively looking for submissions here but good counter grappling here from Bloodaxe as he works his way to full guard.
Bloodaxe keeping moving, preventing Azevedo Souza from controlling successfully. #T3#
Bloodaxe manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Azevedo Souza manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB##SUB#
Azevedo Souza has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Bloodaxe can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Azevedo Souza working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Bloodaxe doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Bloodaxe manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Azevedo Souza trying to control the position here. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB#
Bloodaxe avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB#
Bloodaxe got a little sloppy there for a moment and Azevedo Souza has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Bloodaxe has managed to get both his arms back between Azevedo Souza's legs - danger averted.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Azevedo Souza isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Bloodaxe stacks Azevedo Souza on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Bloodaxe!
And that's the end of the fight!
Miguel Azevedo Souza showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Bloodaxe 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 Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 28:29
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 28:29
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gunnar Bloodaxe!
A victorious Gunnar Bloodaxe 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 127: Takahashi v Bloodaxe
Date: Jul 08, 2023 |
#R1#
Takahashi moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Bloodaxe throws a low kick but Takahashi moves out of range easily.
Takahashi works the jab nicely.
Takahashi seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Takahashi misses with a right hand
letting Bloodaxe counter with a right hand. #CUT2#It looks like Ryoto Takahashi has been cut.
Takahashi throws a right hand that misses
and Bloodaxe cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Takahashi closes the distance but Bloodaxe moves to the side
and Bloodaxe counters with a right hand to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Takahashi looks to clinch
and Bloodaxe counters with a stiff right hand. #T1#
Takahashi lands a nice shot to the body.
Takahashi scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Bloodaxe throws a hook but Takahashi blocks it.
Bloodaxe misses with a low kick.
Takahashi half committed to a counter leg kick.
Takahashi misses with an attempted mid kick.
Bloodaxe only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Bloodaxe blocks a head kick by Takahashi.
Bloodaxe doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Takahashi ducks under a wild hook from Bloodaxe.#T2#
A lazy body kick from Takahashi
and Bloodaxe cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bloodaxe staying out of range there.
Bloodaxe throws a fast counter high kick but Takahashi manages to duck under it in time.
Takahashi blocks a leg kick.
Takahashi lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.#CL#
Takahashi instigates a clinch.
Takahashi misses with the head strike.
#BC2#
Bloodaxe breaks from the clinch.
Takahashi closes the distance but Bloodaxe moves to the side
and Bloodaxe counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T3#
Takahashi misses with a hook
and Bloodaxe counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Bloodaxe fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Takahashi manages to avoid it.
Nice body kick from Takahashi.
Takahashi throws a front kick aimed at Bloodaxe's knee but Bloodaxe avoids it well.
Bloodaxe is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Takahashi with a body shot.
Takahashi with a jab.
Takahashi throws a body kick that misses
and Bloodaxe connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bloodaxe has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.#T4#
Bloodaxe misses with an uppercut. Takahashi saw that one coming.
Takahashi misses with a kick to the body
and Bloodaxe connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bloodaxe misses with a jab, cross combination.
Takahashi stuns Bloodaxe with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Takahashi throws a leg kick that is checked
and Bloodaxe connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bloodaxe takes a shot to the body in his stride.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Gunnar Bloodaxe dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Ryoto Takahashi'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#
Takahashi looks to land a body kick but Bloodaxe moved away.
Takahashi throws a right hand that misses
and Bloodaxe counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
A nice leg kick from Takahashi, right into the meat of the thigh.
Takahashi misses with a shot to the body
letting Bloodaxe counter with a right hand.
Takahashi misses with a shot to the body
and Bloodaxe counters with a one-two to the body.
Bloodaxe has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Takahashi tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Bloodaxe counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CUT2#Ryoto Takahashi's cut is getting worse.
Bloodaxe takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.#T1##CL#
Takahashi moves into the clinch successfully.
Takahashi lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Bloodaxe is trying to break the clinch but Takahashi is controlling him.
Takahashi jumps guard but Bloodaxe turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Bloodaxe misses with a body punch.
#BC2#
Bloodaxe manages to break the clinch.
Takahashi with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Takahashi throws a sloppy body shot
and Bloodaxe counters with a stiff right hand.
Takahashi misses the body punch
and Bloodaxe counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.#T2#
Bloodaxe tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Takahashi was well out of range. Poor timing from Bloodaxe.
A big right from Takahashi misses.
Takahashi throws a quick inside leg kick.
A shot to the body from Takahashi misses
and Bloodaxe counters with a straight right hand.
Takahashi tries to clinch
and Bloodaxe counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
An inside leg kick lands from Bloodaxe. #T3#
Takahashi tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Bloodaxe counters with a stiff right hand. #CUT2#Ryoto Takahashi's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Bloodaxe on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Takahashi scores with a body shot.
Takahashi scores with a slapping inside leg kick.#T4#
Takahashi throws a leg kick but Bloodaxe sees it coming and checks it nicely.
A nice side step and Bloodaxe releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Bloodaxe on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Bloodaxe swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bloodaxe takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#CL#
Takahashi closes the distance and clinches.
Takahashi tries to throw a body punch but Bloodaxe avoids it by throwing Takahashi back against the cage.
Bloodaxe working aggressively here.
Takahashi lands a nice uppercut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A short uppercut from Takahashi.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Gunnar Bloodaxe will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Ryoto Takahashi'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.#R3#
Takahashi tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Bloodaxe counters with a stiff right hand.
Bloodaxe is looking to chop away at Takahashi's legs.
Takahashi looks to clinch
and Bloodaxe counters with a stiff right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloodaxe misses with an uppercut.
Takahashi scores with a slapping inside leg kick.#T1#
Bloodaxe rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Takahashi counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Takahashi is looking to wear down Bloodaxe with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Takahashi closes the distance but Bloodaxe moves to the side
and Bloodaxe counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Takahashi throws a leg kick
and Bloodaxe connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Takahashi fails in his attempt to clinch.
Bloodaxe appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Bloodaxe misses with a hook
and Takahashi counters with a slapping leg kick. #T2#
Takahashi throws a push kick but Bloodaxe slaps the foot to one side.
Bloodaxe circles away from the clinch attempt
and Bloodaxe counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Takahashi looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Bloodaxe displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Takahashi throws out the jab.
Bloodaxe flicks out a counter leg kick but Takahashi steps away.
Takahashi scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.#T3#
Bloodaxe misses with a wild combination.
Takahashi scores with a nice body kick.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Takahashi throws a lazy uppercut
and Bloodaxe counters with a stiff right hand.
Takahashi moves out of range of the leg kick from Bloodaxe.#T4#
Takahashi catches Bloodaxe with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Takahashi moves out of range as Bloodaxe strikes.
Bloodaxe on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Bloodaxe throws a poor cross that misses
and Takahashi counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Takahashi looks to clinch
enabling Bloodaxe to counter with a crisp jab.
Bloodaxe's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Nice body kick there by Takahashi.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close third round but Gunnar Bloodaxe just about did enough to take it.
The cut man is working on Ryoto Takahashi'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.#R4##CL#
Takahashi has closed the distance and engaged Bloodaxe in a clinch.
Bloodaxe tries to throw a body punch but Takahashi avoids it by throwing Bloodaxe back against the cage.
Takahashi scores with a nice hook to the head.
Takahashi lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Takahashi fails to land.
Takahashi has a couple of punches blocked by Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe tries to break the clinch but Takahashi is controlling the position.
Bloodaxe lands a right hand that snaps the head of Takahashi backwards.
Bloodaxe fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Bloodaxe throws a head punch that misses.
Takahashi makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Takahashi throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Bloodaxes head.
Bloodaxe goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Takahashi throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Takahashi lands an uppercut.
Takahashi lands a nice uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#TD#
Takahashi pulls guard effortlessly. #T1#
Bloodaxe trying to control but Takahashi is working from the bottom.
Bloodaxe looking to pass the guard.
Bloodaxe trying to control the position from guard on top but Takahashi is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Takahashi keeping full guard, as Bloodaxe tries to pass. #SUB2#
Bloodaxe postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Takahashi is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Bloodaxe, into his guard. #REVR##T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Bloodaxe wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Takahashi is now in half guard.
Bloodaxe trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Takahashi manages to pass to mount!
Ryoto Takahashi has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Bloodaxe wants to control but Takahashi is having none of it.
Bloodaxe tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Bloodaxe is still trying to improve position.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Bloodaxe tries to hold on but Takahashi postures up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Bloodaxe tries to improve his position but Takahashi has taken his back! Takahashi has a choke - it's sunk in pretty tight... Will Bloodaxe tap? No... maybe... yes! He's tapped! Takahashi pushes Bloodaxe away and gets up to celebrate with his corner!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 4, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Ryoto Takahashi!
Ryoto Takahashi retains his lightweight title!
Ryoto Takahashi decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
WVT 123: Siale v Bloodaxe
Date: Jun 30, 2023 |
#R1#
A nice inside leg kick there by Bloodaxe. That's going to slow Veainu down.
Bloodaxe misses the shot to the body.
A chopping leg kick lands by Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe misses with a low kick as Veainu jumps back.
Veainu misses with a body shot.
Veainu misses the shot to the body.
Bloodaxe looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Veainu throws a jab when Bloodaxe was well out of range.
Bloodaxe wants to land a leg kick but Veainu is out of range.
Bloodaxe avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Veainu takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A slow jab from Veainu misses its intended target.
Veainu throws a jab when Bloodaxe was well out of range.
Bloodaxe thumps Veainu with a low kick.
Veainu lands with a shot to the body. #T1#
Bloodaxe avoids the body shot from Veainu.
#CL#
Veainu has Bloodaxe up against the cage in a clinch.
Veainu tries to work over Bloodaxe's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Veainu gets through Bloodaxe's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Bloodaxe lands a shoulder strike.
Bloodaxe is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Veainu to keep the fight standing.
Veainu blocks a body shot from Bloodaxe.
A head punch on the inside from Veainu fails to land.
Bloodaxe swings wildly with an uppercut but Veainu uses good head movement to avoid it.
A short left from Bloodaxe.
Veainu misses with a punch to the body.
#BC2#
Bloodaxe pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Bloodaxe displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Veainu throws out the jab.
Veainu misses with a right hand
enabling Bloodaxe to counter with a crisp jab. #T2#
Veainu thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bloodaxe scores with a jab to the jaw.
Veainu tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Veainu throws a looping overhand right but Bloodaxe ducks down to avoid it.
Veainu looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Veainu is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Bloodaxe's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Bloodaxe tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
An inside leg kick lands from Bloodaxe.
A swing and a miss from Veainu.
The crowd cheers as Bloodaxe lands an impressive looking overhand right. Veainu doesn't seem phased though.
Good work by Veainu as he checks the leg kick.
Bloodaxe changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Bloodaxe tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Veainu throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Bloodaxe. #T3#
Veainu throws a shot from downtown. Bloodaxe moves away and avoids it.
Veainu takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#CL2#
Bloodaxe gets a clinch.
Bloodaxe misses with a hook from the clinch. #TD2#
Bloodaxe ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Bloodaxe no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Bloodaxe looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Bloodaxe keeps trying to improve his position.#SUB2#
Bloodaxe looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB2#
Bloodaxe looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#T4#
Veainu 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.
Bloodaxe looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Bloodaxe not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Bloodaxe lands a nice leg kick that just misses Veainu's sensitive parts.
Bloodaxe misses with a straight left.
Bloodaxe keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Veainu.#CL#
Veainu clinches up with Bloodaxe and pushes him back against the cage.
Bloodaxe lands with a left to the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Gunnar Bloodaxe dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Veainu with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Bloodaxe to score with a decent uppercut.
Bloodaxe has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
A jab from Veainu misses.
Bloodaxe throws a leg kick
and Bloodaxe takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Bloodaxe throws a good cross that connects.
Veainu fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bloodaxe manages to avoid it.
Bloodaxe lands a jab.
Bloodaxe with a nice calf kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Veainu wants to clinch.
Veainu throws a right hand that misses
and Bloodaxe counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena. #T1#
A nice leg kick lands there from Bloodaxe.
Veainu looks to score with a jab to the body but Bloodaxe is just out of range.
Veainu throws a jab when Bloodaxe was well out of range.
Bloodaxe throws a good cross that connects.
Bloodaxe connects with a leg kick.
Veainu scores with a jab. Bloodaxe acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Bloodaxe has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
A low kick from Bloodaxe is predictable there
and Veainu counters with a stiff right hand.
Bloodaxe throws a solid leg kick but Veainu takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Veainu.
Veainu works Bloodaxe's body with a nice hook.
Veainu 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.
Veainu swings and misses with a hook to the body.
#T2#
Bloodaxe throws a jab when Veainu was well out of range.
Bloodaxe moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bloodaxe fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Veainu on the side of the head.
Veainu 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.
Veainu looks to throw the jab but Bloodaxe is out of range.
A swing and a miss from Veainu.
Gunnar Bloodaxe seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Veainu lunges at Bloodaxe with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Bloodaxe's hand.
Bloodaxe ducks under a wild hook from Veainu.
Veainu rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
enabling Bloodaxe to counter with a crisp jab.
Bloodaxe throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Bloodaxe slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.#T3#
Bloodaxe scoring well with a low kick there.
Veainu is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
A slapping leg kick lands for Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Bloodaxe there as he acknowledges the shot.
Nice defenses there by Bloodaxe.
Veainu misses with a hook.
Veainu backing away here, and Bloodaxe unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Veainu on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Veainu thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bloodaxe loads up on a big right hand but Veainu slips the punch.
Bloodaxe throws a leg kick but Veainu checks it.
Bloodaxe misses with a hook. Veainu ducked under it nicely.
Veainu scores with a shot to the body.
Siale Veainu has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Nice shot by Veainu.
Veainu looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Veainu takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken 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!
Nice shot by Veainu.
Veainu misses with a body shot
and Bloodaxe counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Veainu misses with a left hand
enabling Bloodaxe to counter with a crisp jab.
Bloodaxe has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Veainu throws a shot from downtown. Bloodaxe moves away and avoids it.
Bloodaxe slips under a jab.
Bloodaxe buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Veainu avoids the body shot from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Gunnar Bloodaxe 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#
Bloodaxe slips a straight right by Veainu.
Veainu waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe scores with a sloppy right hand. Veainu should have avoided that one.
Bloodaxe scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Veainu doesn't seem bothered though.
Veainu moves forwards but Bloodaxe connects with a nice, crisp jab.
An inside leg kick lands from Bloodaxe.
Veainu looks to score with a jab to the body but Bloodaxe is just out of range.
Veainu throws a hook but Bloodaxe blocks it.
Bloodaxe appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Veainu misses with a jab to the body
and Bloodaxe counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Veainu takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Veainu tries a body shot but Bloodaxe blocks it.
#T1#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bloodaxe. #BC#
Veainu manages to break the clinch.
Bloodaxe fails in his attempt to clinch.
Veainu gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Bloodaxe.
Veainu misses with a hook.
Bloodaxe missing with a left hand there. Veainu was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Bloodaxe is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Bloodaxe swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A telegraphed right hand from Bloodaxe misses the target. #CL2#
Bloodaxe closes the distance and pushes Veainu back into the cage.#T2#
Bloodaxe is trying to pull guard but Veainu turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Bloodaxe tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Veainu smiles and moves away.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bloodaxe. Veainu does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bloodaxe throws a nice inside leg kick.
Veainu lunges at Bloodaxe with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Bloodaxe's hand.
Veainu fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Bloodaxe looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Bloodaxe misses with a low kick.
Bloodaxe throws an off balance right hand
and Veainu counters with a nice body shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A slapping leg kick lands for Bloodaxe.
Veainu throws a shot from downtown. Bloodaxe moves away and avoids it.
Bloodaxe bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Veainu misses with a left hand
and Bloodaxe counters with a slapping leg kick. #T3#
Bloodaxe tries to clinch but Veainu moves out of range.
A big left from Veainu misses.
Bloodaxe slips under a jab from Veainu.
Bloodaxe fails with an attempt to clinch.
It looked like Veainu was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Bloodaxe.
Veainu throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bloodaxe scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Bloodaxe uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Veainu.
Bloodaxe takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Bloodaxe clobbers Veainu with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Veainu ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bloodaxe moves away.
Bloodaxe lands a nice hook to Veainu's body. Veainu takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #T4#
A big left from Veainu misses.
Veainu throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bloodaxe sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Veainu waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bloodaxe.
Veainu checks a leg kick.
Veainu went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Veainu gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Bloodaxe chopping away at his opponent's legs.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A good leg kick by Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe throws a nice outside leg kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Veainu. Bloodaxe does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bloodaxe getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
And that's the end of the fight!
Gunnar Bloodaxe comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Bloodaxe 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 Wagner Zegers scores the fight 27:30
Judge Albert Achterberg scores the fight 27:30
Judge Nard Betker scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gunnar Bloodaxe!
Gunnar Bloodaxe decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
WVT 118: Takahashi v Corassa 2
Date: Jun 16, 2023 |
#R1#
Bloodaxe throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bloodaxe has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Christoph.
Bloodaxe uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Christoph.
Bloodaxe takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Bloodaxe turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Bloodaxe looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Bloodaxe lands a lovely overhand right.
Bloodaxe throws a leg kick but Christoph checks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Christoph uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe scores with a nice strike.
Bloodaxe misses with a body shot
and Christoph counters with a nice body kick.
Christoph 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.#T1#
Christoph tries a head kick but it misses.
Bloodaxe appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Bloodaxe misses with a lunging right hand
and Christoph counters with a stiff right hand.
Christoph ducks under a wild hook from Bloodaxe.
Christoph misses with a hook.
Christoph throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Bloodaxe misses with a hook to the body
and Christoph counters with a slapping leg kick.
Christoph misses with a hook.
A quick step to the side and Bloodaxe tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bloodaxe dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Bloodaxe tries to work over Christoph's front leg with a kick but Christoph checks it. #T2#
Christoph scores with a head kick. Bloodaxe tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.#CUT2#It looks like Gunnar Bloodaxe has been cut.
Christoph throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A low kick from Christoph misses
and Bloodaxe cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bloodaxe fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Bloodaxe throws a body punch but Christoph moves out of range.
Christoph is trying to counter with his kicks.
Christoph tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Bloodaxe throwing a counter right hand but Christoph manages to avoid it.
Christoph wants to clinch.
Bloodaxe half committed to a counter leg kick.#T3#
Bloodaxe swings widly with a right hand
and Christoph cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Christoph cracks Bloodaxe with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Bloodaxe connects with an inside leg kick.
Christoph with a nice calf kick.
Nice shot by Bloodaxe.
Good exchange - Bloodaxe coming out on top.#ROC#Christoph is rocked!
Christoph thuds his right hand into Bloodaxe's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Christoph is still on wobbly legs! Can Bloodaxe finish him?
Christoph looks to throw a body kick
and Bloodaxe counters with a huge overhand right that connects right on the temple, sending him crumpling, face first to the floor! This one is all over! What a knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Gunnar Bloodaxe!
Our winner, Gunnar Bloodaxe, 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 102: Okongwu v Ihantala
Date: May 12, 2023 |
#R1#
Hashima throws the left hand but Bloodaxe avoids the punch easily.
Hashima fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Bloodaxe has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Hashima wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Hashima bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bloodaxe looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Bloodaxe looks to score with a jab to the body but Hashima is just out of range.
Bloodaxe misses with a hook.
A good leg kick by Hashima.
A big left from Bloodaxe misses.
Danga de danga de dang - Hashima scores with a four punch combination!
Bloodaxe misses with a looping left.
Hashima throws out a counter right but Bloodaxe avoids it with no problem.
Hashima throws a looping overhand right but Bloodaxe ducks down to avoid it.
Hashima lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Rounin Hashima seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hashima lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Bloodaxe throws an overhand right that lands on Hashima's shoulder, as Hashima tries to avoid the shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hashima stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Bloodaxe.
A big left from Hashima misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bloodaxe. Hashima does a little dance to reset his feet.#T1#
Bloodaxe loads up on a big right hand but Hashima slips the punch.
Bloodaxe throws a left and a right that both miss
and Hashima counters with a nice uppercut.
Hashima paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Bloodaxe takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Bloodaxe throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A nice leg kick lands there from Hashima.
Nice uppercut there from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe swings widly with a right hand
and Hashima counters with a solid body kick.
Hashima 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.
Hashima throws a quick inside leg kick.
Hashima misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bloodaxe.
Hashima throws a front kick aimed at Bloodaxe's knee but Bloodaxe avoids it well.
Hashima scores with a push kick.
Hashima throws a lazy uppercut
and Hashima takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hashima throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Hashima digs a good hook to Bloodaxe's body.
Bloodaxe jabs at Hashima's body.#T2#
Hashima chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Bloodaxe can pounce on him.
Bloodaxe ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Hashima throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe walks into a left hand.
Hashima lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Bloodaxe scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Hashima is looking to land body kicks.
Bloodaxe tried to counter with a leg kick but Hashima avoided it.
Bloodaxe misses with a hook to the body
enabling Hashima to counter with a crisp jab.
A jab from Hashima misses.
Bloodaxe bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Bloodaxe misses with a low kick as Hashima jumps back.
Bloodaxe throws a body shot but no joy.
Bloodaxe misses with a kick to the body.
Bloodaxe is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Bloodaxe dodges the punch combination from Hashima.
#T3#
Jab, jab by Bloodaxe - just one landing. #ROC#Hashima is rocked!
Bloodaxe ducks under a wild hook from Hashima.
Hashima is still on wobbly legs! Can Bloodaxe finish him?
Hashima walks straight into a right hand from Bloodaxe - that's dropped him! Bloodaxe jumps into mount and starts pounding away - can he finish?! More strikes go undefended and the referee has to dive in to save Hashima from any more punishment! Hashima complains about the stoppage but falls over as he tries to stand back up, so it was clearly a good stoppage.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Gunnar Bloodaxe!
Gunnar Bloodaxe decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
WVT 92: Siale v Anderson
Date: Apr 15, 2023 |
#R1#
Roll tries to close the distance and clinch but Bloodaxe swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Roll falls off balance throwing a combination
and Bloodaxe counters with a stiff right hand. #CL2#
Roll darts in and clinches Bloodaxe up against the cage.
Bloodaxe blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Roll scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Bloodaxe tries a body shot but Roll blocks it.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Roll blocking some punches.
Bloodaxe lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Roll swings wildly with an uppercut but Bloodaxe uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bloodaxe misses with a body punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloodaxe lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Roll backwards.
Roll working aggressively here.
Roll scores with a hook to the body.
Bloodaxe 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.
Roll misses with a short punch on the inside.
Bloodaxe lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#TD2#
Roll successfully pulls guard.
Bloodaxe not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T1#
Roll keeping full guard, as Bloodaxe tries to pass.
Roll looking for a sweep. Not yet Roll, not yet. #SUB2#
Roll is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Bloodaxe defends well.
Bloodaxe controls from within his opponent's guard. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB2#
Roll is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Bloodaxe defends well.#SUB2#
Roll looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Bloodaxe advances to half guard.
Roll is looking to improve his position.
#T3#
Roll works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB2#
Roll is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Bloodaxe frees his head nicely. Oh but Roll has switched to an armbar! Bloodaxe is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Rokken Roll!
An out of breath Rokken Roll 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:
WVT 84: Vargas v Railio
Date: Mar 24, 2023 |
#R1#
Hussein swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Hussein takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Bloodaxe walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Bloodaxe waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Hussein.
Hussein looks to throw a body kick
and Bloodaxe connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bloodaxe looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Bloodaxe takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Hussein tries a head kick but it misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hussein throws a right hand that misses
and Bloodaxe counters with an inside leg kick.
Hussein throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bloodaxe was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Bloodaxe looks to land a right hand but Hussein moved out of range.#T1#
Hussein rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bloodaxe counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Bloodaxe scoring well with a low kick there.
Bloodaxe takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Hussein has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Hussein there as he acknowledges the shot.
Hussein throws a low kick but it's checked well by Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe looks to land a right hand but Hussein moved out of range.
Despite the aggression on Hussein's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Hussein scores with a jab to the body.
Hussein misses with an uppercut
and Bloodaxe counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T2#
Hussein throws a looping overhand right but Bloodaxe ducks down to avoid it.
Bloodaxe is looking to counter punch.
Hussein takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Bloodaxe tests Hussein's chin there with a solid looking shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hussein connects with a solid leg kick.
Bloodaxe ducks under a wild hook from Hussein.
Hussein rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bloodaxe counters with a slapping leg kick. #T3#
Hussein defending well as Bloodaxe loads up on a big left hand.
And Hussein responds with a good body kick, but Bloodaxe manages to step out the way in time.
Bloodaxe lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Hussein uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bloodaxe.
Sloppy strikes from Hussein. Those never looked like landing.
Hussein misses with a kick to the body
and Bloodaxe counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Hussein motions for Bloodaxe to come forward. Hussein throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Hussein misses with a right hand
and Bloodaxe counters with a left and a right that stings Hussein.
Bloodaxe stuns Hussein with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#T4#
Bloodaxe misses with an uppercut.
Hussein throws out a counter right but Bloodaxe avoids it with no problem.
Hussein takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Hussein takes a swing at Bloodaxe's ribcage but misses.
Bloodaxe scores with a body shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bloodaxe throws out a loose jab but Hussein uses good head movement to avoid it.
Hussein displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bloodaxe throws out the jab.
Hussein throws a lazy uppercut
and Bloodaxe counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Hussein thows a left - swing and a miss!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Gunnar Bloodaxe dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Bloodaxe scores with a nice head shot.
A punch lands to the side of Bloodaxe 's head but he takes it in his stride.#CUT2#It looks like Gunnar Bloodaxe has been cut.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Hussein takes a swing at Bloodaxe's ribcage but misses.
It looked like Bloodaxe was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Hussein.
The fighters circling - Bloodaxe throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Hussein takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Bloodaxe scores with a nice right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hussein steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bloodaxe.#CL2#
Hussein forces Bloodaxe back against the cage and clinches.#T1#
Hussein is leaning against Bloodaxe and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Hussein doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Hussein lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Bloodaxe is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Hussein can do to turn this around?
Bloodaxe wants to break the clinch but can't.
Bloodaxe has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.#TD2#
Hussein manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. #SUB2#
Hussein throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hussein working a defensive guard here.
Bloodaxe not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #SUB2#
Hussein looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#T2#
Bloodaxe tries to free his leg and advance position but Hussein is retaining full guard.
Bloodaxe has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Hussein had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Bloodaxe defends it easily.
Hussein is controlling Bloodaxe's posture.#SUB2#
Hussein has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Bloodaxe can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T3##SUB2#
Hussein working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Bloodaxe has passed into half guard!
Hussein is looking to improve his position.
Bloodaxe is thwarting Hussein's attempts to control the position.#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.
Hussein is looking to improve his position.
Bloodaxe looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
A solid leg kick lands there for Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe throws a right hand that misses
enabling Hussein to counter with a crisp jab.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hussein throws a lazy right hand but Bloodaxe sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bloodaxe throws a quick counter kick to the body but Hussein avoids it.
Hussein throws a hook but Bloodaxe blocks it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Zabit Hussein showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Gunnar Bloodaxe'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#
Bloodaxe rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Hussein counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Hussein walks into a stiff left hand from Bloodaxe.
Hussein throws a lazy right hand but Bloodaxe sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Hussein throws a hook but Bloodaxe blocks it.
Hussein swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A slapping body kick lands there for Bloodaxe.
Gunnar Bloodaxe is winning the standup battle so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bloodaxe. Hussein does a little dance to reset his feet.
Sloppy strikes from Hussein. Those never looked like landing.
Bloodaxe quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.#T1#
Hussein displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bloodaxe throws out the jab.
Hussein throws a combination that misses
and Bloodaxe cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Hussein throws a series of punches but Bloodaxe moves out of range.
Bloodaxe is looking to counter punch.
Bloodaxe wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Bloodaxe scores with a body shot.
Hussein throws a lazy right hand but Bloodaxe sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bloodaxe defending well as Hussein loads up on a big left hand.
Hussein throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #T2##CL2#
Hussein darts in and clinches Bloodaxe up against the cage.
Hussein misses with a punch to the body.
Hussein misses with some punches.
Bloodaxe blocks an uppercut.
#BC2#
Hussein breaks from the clinch.
Bloodaxe lands a nice hook to Hussein's body. Hussein takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Hussein throws a lazy uppercut
and Bloodaxe counters with a straight right hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Good leg kick by Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Bloodaxe lands with a thumping leg kick.
#T3#
Bloodaxe connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Bloodaxe lands a jab to the head.
Bloodaxe is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Hussein.
Hussein is trying to counter with his kicks.
Hussein cracks Bloodaxe with an open hand slap.
Hussein throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Bloodaxe feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Bloodaxe lands a jab to the head.
Bloodaxe avoids the head kick by Hussein.
#T4#
Bloodaxe throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Hussein counters with a nice body kick.
Bloodaxe throws a low kick but Hussein avoids it.
Bloodaxe jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bloodaxe misses with a looping right.
Hussein throws a right hand that misses
and Bloodaxe counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Nice body punch from Bloodaxe.
Hussein waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bloodaxe.
And that's the end of the fight!
Gunnar Bloodaxe showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Bloodaxe 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 James Glass scores the fight 29:28
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 29:28
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gunnar Bloodaxe!
Our winner, Gunnar Bloodaxe, 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 78: Nti v Torvik
Date: Mar 05, 2023 |
#R1#
Bloodaxe lands a glancing blow to the side of Halli's head.
A telegraphed right hand from Bloodaxe misses the target.
Halli takes a jab right on the kisser.
Halli looks to land a right hand but Bloodaxe moved out of range.#TD#
Halli shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Bloodaxe tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Halli distracts Bloodaxe with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Halli is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Bloodaxe is on top in guard.
#REVB#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bloodaxe trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Halli working for a triangle but Bloodaxe defends it easily.
Halli 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.
Bloodaxe trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T1##SUB#
Halli had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Bloodaxe defends it easily.
Halli wants to sweep but no luck.
Halli is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB#
Halli is looking for a triangle but Bloodaxe pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB#
Bloodaxe got a little sloppy there for a moment and Halli has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Bloodaxe has managed to get both his arms back between Halli's legs - danger averted.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Halli keeping moving, preventing Bloodaxe from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Halli is looking for a triangle but Bloodaxe pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB#
Halli has his foot on Bloodaxe's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Bloodaxe works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Halli looking for subs off his back but Bloodaxe has passed one foot through into half guard.
Halli wants to control but Bloodaxe is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T3##SUB#
Halli looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Halli has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Bloodaxe escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Bloodaxe!
Bloodaxe trying to control the position but Halli is working away.
Halli is being controlled here.
Halli can't do much from the bottom here.
Halli tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Bloodaxe in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Halli is trying to control Bloodaxe's posture but Bloodaxe avoids it.
Halli is trying to improve his position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bloodaxe wants to control but Halli is keeping him busy. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Gunnar Bloodaxe 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#
Bloodaxe ducks under a wild hook from Halli.
Halli goes for a double leg but Bloodaxe avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Bloodaxe continues to drive forward.
Bloodaxe wants to break the clinch but can't.
Halli goes for a takedown attempt but Bloodaxe pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Halli avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Bloodaxe leaves Halli with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Reijo Halli. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bloodaxe throws a big shot that misses.
Bloodaxe ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Halli moves away.
Bloodaxe misses with a looping left.
Bloodaxe moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Halli fails with a takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloodaxe thows a left - swing and a miss! #TD#
Halli bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.#SUB#
Halli is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Bloodaxe is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Halli trying to control the action but Bloodaxe is working from the bottom.
Halli misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Halli taking a breather here.
I wouldn't like to be where Bloodaxe is right now.
Reijo Halli overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Halli 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 Bloodaxe's shoulder. That is not cool. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB#
Halli tries for a kimura but Bloodaxe is defending well. #SUB#
Halli tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Halli has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB#
Halli is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Bloodaxe knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Halli has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Bloodaxe!#SUB#
Halli working for a submission but Bloodaxe is keeping him at bay. #T3#
Halli controlling the position easily from mount. #SUB#
Halli looking for a guillotine from mount but Bloodaxe is having none of it. #SUB#
Halli goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Bloodaxe turns into him and now he's in Halli's guard.
#SUB#
Halli is looking for a triangle but Bloodaxe pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB#
Halli has his foot on Bloodaxe's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Bloodaxe works his way back into a safe position though.#T4#
Halli 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.
Halli can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Bloodaxe controls the pace.
Bloodaxe is continuing to stall.#SUB#
Halli looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bloodaxe is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB#
Halli has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Bloodaxe can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Reijo Halli dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! And we move into the final round!#R3#
Halli ducks under a wild hook from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe with the inside leg kick.
Bloodaxe pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A slapping leg kick lands for Bloodaxe.
Halli lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Halli cracks Bloodaxe with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Halli walks into a jab.
Halli throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bloodaxe sees it coming and avoids it easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Bloodaxe! But no joy.
Bloodaxe fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Halli.
Bloodaxe looks to land a right hand but Halli moved out of range.
Bloodaxe throws a body punch but Halli moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloodaxe swings for the body but Halli moves out of range.
#TD#
Halli closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Bloodaxe's guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Halli stopping the sweep attempt from Bloodaxe.#SUB#
Halli drops back, looking for a kneebar! Bloodaxe looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Bloodaxe looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Bloodaxe! #REVB#
Bloodaxe working away.#T1#
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Halli tries to buck Bloodaxe off but Bloodaxe is having none of it.
Halli is trying to control Bloodaxe's posture but Bloodaxe avoids it.
Halli prevents Bloodaxe from improving position.
Halli is trying to control Bloodaxe's posture but Bloodaxe avoids it. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Halli is trying to improve his position.
Halli trying to control but Bloodaxe flips him over like a cheap hooker and has his back!
Halli looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Bloodaxe wants to control but Halli is keeping busy.
Halli is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Bloodaxe has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Halli's body.
#T3#
You can see the frustration on Halli's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Halli is working hard here to advance position.
Bloodaxe is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Halli trying to control but not successfully.
Halli tries to escape the position.
#T4#
Bloodaxe controls the position.
Halli tries to escape but Bloodaxe has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Bloodaxe is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bloodaxe doesn't have the hooks in and Halli manages to turn into his guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Gunnar Bloodaxe comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Bloodaxe 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 Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 28:29
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 28:29
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gunnar Bloodaxe!
Gunnar Bloodaxe thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
WVT 69: Knox v Torvik
Date: Feb 04, 2023 |
#R1#
Bloodaxe scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Kuronoa on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
An inside leg kick from Bloodaxe misses.
Bloodaxe swats away the attempt to clinch by Kuronoa.
A clash of legs there as Kuronoa blocks the low kick.
Kuronoa waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bloodaxe.
We've been told by Bloodaxe's head coaches at Blacktalians MMA that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Bloodaxe feints and then cracks Kuronoa's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Kuronoa down.
Nice straight punches there by Kuronoa. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Kuronoa.
Kuronoa delivers a nice body kick.
Bloodaxe throws a leg kick but Kuronoa moved away.
Kuronoa steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Kuronoa ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Bloodaxe rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Kuronoa moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bloodaxe takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Bloodaxe will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Kuronoa dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Bloodaxe misses with a straight left.
Kuronoa tries to counter with a clinch but Bloodaxe shakes him off and moves away.
Kuronoa misses with a kick to the body.
Ono Kuronoa seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Kuronoa misses with a lunging right hand
and Bloodaxe counters with a leg kick.
Bloodaxe misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kuronoa ducks under a wild hook from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe sets himself, and Kuronoa steps forward looking for the clinch! Bloodaxe avoids it this time.
Kuronoa lunges at Bloodaxe with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Bloodaxe's hand.
Bloodaxe pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Kuronoa fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Bloodaxe avoids a kick to the body.
Kuronoa scores with a body shot.
Bloodaxe misses with a hook.
Kuronoa bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Kuronoa jabs at Bloodaxe's body.
Bloodaxe is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kuronoa.
A thudding body kick lands there by Kuronoa!
Kuronoa keeps Bloodaxe at a distance using the push 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!
Kuronoa tries to move into range but Bloodaxe moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Bloodaxe misses with a straight left. #T2#
Bloodaxe tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kuronoa scores with a body shot.
A leg kick checked by Kuronoa.
Kuronoa scores with a kick to the body.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Bloodaxe checks a leg kick.
Bloodaxe moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#ROC#Kuronoa is rocked!
Kuronoa gets clipped by a big right hand and goes down spinning to the canvas! Bloodaxe gets the back mount and begins to drop bombs on his rocked foe! Kuronoa is too out of it to defend against the strikes and the referee jumps in to save him from the beatdown!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Gunnar Bloodaxe!
Gunnar Bloodaxe thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
WVT 61: Ihantala v McDonald 3
Date: Jan 07, 2023 |
#R1#
Bloodaxe lands a lovely overhand right.
Nice uppercut there from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe lands with an overhand left.
Corassa has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Corassa there as he acknowledges the shot.
Bloodaxe thows a leg kick but Corassa checks it
enabling Corassa to counter with a crisp jab. #CUT#It looks like Gunnar Bloodaxe has been cut.
Bloodaxe throws a body kick that misses.
Bloodaxe is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.#KD2#
Bloodaxe drops Corassa with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Corassa looks back up at him and smiles so Bloodaxe waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.
#ROC2#Corassa 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!
That kick from Bloodaxe tenderised Corassa's leg. Corassa is trying to keep his angry face on.
Oh Corassa is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Bloodaxe's coach down at Blacktalians MMA was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Bloodaxe's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.#CL2#
Bloodaxe rushes Corassa and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Corassa seems to have got his legs back now.#BC2#
Bloodaxe breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Corassa moves away from the strike by Bloodaxe.
Corassa defending well as Bloodaxe loads up on a big left hand.
Bloodaxe looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
A telegraphed right hand from Bloodaxe misses the target. #T1#
Bloodaxe throws a poor cross that misses
and Corassa counters with a straight right hand.
Bloodaxe avoids the head kick by Corassa.
Corassa tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
A slow jab from Bloodaxe misses its intended target.
Corassa fires out a quick counter leg kick but Bloodaxe just manages to avoid it.
Corassa slips under a jab.
Corassa stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Bloodaxe.
Gunnar Bloodaxe seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bloodaxe tries a head kick but it misses.
Corassa throws a lazy body kick
and Bloodaxe counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Bloodaxe thumps Corassa with a low kick.
Corassa takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Corassa tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bloodaxe was well out of range. Poor timing from Corassa.
Bloodaxe throws a head kick that misses. #T2#
Bloodaxe thows a leg kick but Corassa checks it
and Corassa counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Corassa is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Bloodaxe connects with a leg kick.
Bloodaxe lands a really nice looking cross but Corassa seems unphased.
#CL2#
Bloodaxe closes the distance and pushes Corassa back into the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bloodaxe.
A short body shot lands from Corassa as the two fighters clinch.
Corassa lands a hook that snaps the head of Bloodaxe backwards.
A body shot lands from Corassa.
#BC2#
Bloodaxe breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Corassa ducks under a wild hook from Bloodaxe.
Corassa was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Bloodaxe catches Corassa with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Bloodaxe with a nice calf kick.
Corassa seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Bloodaxe lands a jab to the nose.#T3#
Corassa with a nice cross.
Corassa keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Corassa feinted there with a counter leg kick.
A head kick misses from Corassa.
Bloodaxe shapes to counter with a head kick.
Corassa throws a nice head kick!
Bloodaxe throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Corassa sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bloodaxe scoring well with a low kick there.
Corassa avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A quick step to the side and Corassa tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bloodaxe rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Corassa counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Corassa tries to score with a low kick but Bloodaxe moves his leg out of the way.
Bloodaxe throws a head kick that misses.
Corassa feinted there with a counter leg kick.
A solid body kick from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe throws an off balance right hand
and Corassa makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.#T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bloodaxe throws an off balance right hand
and Corassa counters with a nice body shot.
Nice shot by Bloodaxe.
A left lands for Bloodaxe.
Corassa looks to land a left hand but Bloodaxe moved out of range nicely.
Bloodaxe throws a hook but Corassa blocks it.
Bloodaxe wants to clinch up but Corassa keeps it at a distance.
Bloodaxe's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Bloodaxe duly obliges.
Good shot there by Bloodaxe.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bloodaxe throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Corassa swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Bloodaxe throws a leg kick
and Bloodaxe takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Bloodaxe gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Gunnar Bloodaxe dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Gunnar Bloodaxe's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Corassa checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.#KD#
Corassa drops Bloodaxe with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Bloodaxe looks back up at him and smiles so Corassa waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.
#ROC#Bloodaxe is rocked!
Nice cross by Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe misses with a hook. Corassa ducked under it nicely.
Bloodaxe pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Bloodaxe goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Bloodaxe misses with an uppercut
and Corassa makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bloodaxe connects with a jab.
Bloodaxe misses with a double jab
and Corassa counters with a good low kick that Bloodaxe was not able to check.
Bloodaxe pivots, looking for a leg kick but Corassa is out of range and Bloodaxe settles back down.
Bloodaxe is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Corassa.
Corassa was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#T1#
Bloodaxe misses with a double jab.
Corassa was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Corassa blocks a leg kick.
Bloodaxe misses with a kick to the body
letting Corassa counter with a right hand.
Bloodaxe misses with a straight left.
Corassa keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bloodaxe.
Corassa swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A cross from Bloodaxe lands.
A slow jab from Bloodaxe misses its intended target.
A little feinted left hand from Corassa on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Bloodaxe scores with a head kick. Corassa tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Bloodaxe waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Corassa.
Bloodaxe scores with a jab to the jaw.
Bloodaxe throws a nice outside leg kick. #T2#
Corassa scores with a hook to the body. Bloodaxe takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Bloodaxe is breathing heavily.
Corassa avoids the head kick by Bloodaxe.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bloodaxe misses with a lunging right hand
and Corassa counters with a nice uppercut.
Bloodaxe moves in looking to clinch but Corassa pushes him off.
Corassa tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Corassa showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Bloodaxe.
Corassa appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Bloodaxe throws a lazy right hand but Corassa sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bloodaxe is looking to clinch but Corassa is avoiding it.
Bloodaxe doesn't manage to clinch there - Corassa circles away.
Corassa is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Bloodaxe throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Bloodaxe has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T3#
Bloodaxe works the jab nicely.
Bloodaxe fails with an attempt to clinch.
Corassa is looking to counter punch.
Corassa lands a jab to the head.
#CUT#That has opened up Gunnar Bloodaxe's cut even more.
Bloodaxe throws a front kick aimed at Corassa's knee but Corassa avoids it well.
Corassa is looking to counter with head kicks.
Bloodaxe throws a sloppy head kick and Corassa moves out of range easily.
Corassa swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A head kick misses from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe misses with a lunging right hand
and Corassa counters with a nice body shot.
A bone on bone clash there as Corassa blocks the leg kick.
Corassa thinks about countering with a body kick.
Bloodaxe tries to work over Corassa's front leg with a kick but Corassa checks it. #CL2#
Bloodaxe clinches with his opponent.
Corassa tries to work over Bloodaxe's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Bloodaxe is looking to break free of the clinch but Corassa has double underhooks.
Corassa can't find room to land a body shot as Bloodaxe controls the action.
#T4#
Bloodaxe is trying to break the clinch but Corassa has him pressed against the cage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Corassa creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Corassa lands with a left to the head. #BC#
Corassa manages to break the clinch.
Corassa loads up on a big right hand but Bloodaxe slips the punch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Good standup being displayed there by Bloodaxe as he connects with a hook.
A low kick from Bloodaxe is predictable there
and Bloodaxe takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Jab from Bloodaxe.#KD#
Corassa cracks Bloodaxe with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Corassa has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Bloodaxe to stand back up!
Bloodaxe is still on wobbly legs! Can Corassa finish him?
Bloodaxe tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Corassa manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Corassa flashes Bloodaxe a smile before throwing a beast of a right hand, straight down the pipe. Bloodaxe's eyes follow the hand right onto his nose, taking in it's full glory... and then darkness. Bloodaxe crumples to the floor! He's out cold! Corassa punches the air and yells at the top of his lungs - yeeeeeeeeeeah!!!! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:50 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Eduardo Corassa!
Our winner, Eduardo Corassa, 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 55: McDonald v Veainu
Date: Dec 16, 2022 |
#R1#
Picklesbly misses with an uppercut
and Bloodaxe counters with a lovely straight right hand!
We've been informed that Picklesbly has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Bloodaxe drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
The fighters circling - Picklesbly throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Bloodaxe pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Picklesbly scores with a jab. Bloodaxe acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Picklesbly throws out a loose jab but Bloodaxe uses good head movement to avoid it.
A swing and a miss from Picklesbly.
Bloodaxe is looking to counter with a body kick.
Picklesbly clobbers Bloodaxe with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Picklesbly misses with an uppercut. Bloodaxe saw that one coming.
Picklesbly scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Bloodaxe doesn't seem bothered though.
Picklesbly takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Bloodaxe 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.
Bloodaxe misses with a leg kick
and Picklesbly counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Picklesbly dips to his left and cracks Bloodaxe with an uppercut!
Bloodaxe fails to land with a series of punches.
Picklesbly lands a jab to the head.
Picklesbly misses with an uppercut
and Bloodaxe counters with a stiff right hand. #T1##CL#
Picklesbly gets tackled into the cage by Bloodaxe. Bloodaxe maintains the clinch.
Picklesbly fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A short right from Picklesbly on the inside.
Picklesbly blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Bloodaxe working aggressively here.
Bloodaxe swings wildly with an uppercut but Picklesbly uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bloodaxe doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Bloodaxe lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A right hook to the body lands for Picklesbly.
Bloodaxe swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Picklesbly lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Bloodaxe misses with some punches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bloodaxe.
Picklesbly throws a punch but it's blocked by Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe avoids a wild elbow strike from Picklesbly.
Bloodaxe throws a head punch that misses.
Picklesbly lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Bloodaxe blocks the elbow strike.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bloodaxe working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#T2#
Picklesbly misses with an elbow strike.
Bloodaxe misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Picklesbly blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Bloodaxe misses with a hook to the ribs.
Bloodaxe takes an elbow to the temple. #CUT2#It looks like Gunnar Bloodaxe has been cut.
Picklesbly blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Picklesbly lands an elbow inside that Bloodaxe shrugs off.
Picklesbly lands a hook that snaps the head of Bloodaxe backwards.
Picklesbly lands a damaging elbow.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Bloodaxe lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Picklesbly.
A nice right hand lands inside from Picklesbly.
Bloodaxe swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Picklesbly lands with a right to the head.
Picklesbly trying to control the position but instead, Bloodaxe has worked for underhooks and has pushed Picklesbly into the cage.
Picklesbly prevents a body shot from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe working aggressively here.
#T3#
Picklesbly blocking some punches.
Bloodaxe tries to work over Picklesbly's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Bloodaxe lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Picklesbly throws an elbow but it misses.
Bloodaxe lands a shoulder strike.
Bloodaxe lands a left hand.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe misses with the head strike.
Bloodaxe tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Picklesbly lands with a short shot to the head.
Picklesbly lands a nice elbow.
Picklesbly blocks an uppercut.
Bloodaxe lands with a short shot to the head.
Bloodaxe throws a head punch that misses.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Picklesbly.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A nice right hand lands inside from Bloodaxe.
Picklesbly lands with a left to the head.
Picklesbly blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Picklesbly throws a punch but it's blocked by Bloodaxe.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Picklesbly. #T4#
Picklesbly swings wildly with an uppercut but Bloodaxe uses good head movement to avoid it.
Picklesbly blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Picklesbly blocks an uppercut.
Picklesbly looking to stall.
A head punch on the inside from Bloodaxe fails to land.
Bloodaxe tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Picklesbly lands a hook to the side of the head.
Picklesbly blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Bloodaxe throws a head punch that misses.
Picklesbly misses with the head strike.
#BC2#
Picklesbly breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Picklesbly throws a leg kick that misses.
Picklesbly misses with a lunging right hand
and Bloodaxe counters with a lovely straight right hand!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Picklesbly waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe tries to clinch but Picklesbly moves out of range.
Picklesbly is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bloodaxe.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Adrian Picklesbly will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Gunnar Bloodaxe's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Bloodaxe closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Picklesbly misses with a left hand
and Bloodaxe counters with a straight right hand.
Bloodaxe catches Picklesbly with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Bloodaxe moves in looking to clinch but Picklesbly pushes him off.
Bloodaxe looks to throw the jab but Picklesbly is out of range.
Adrian Picklesbly seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A shot to the liver by Picklesbly. Beautiful body shot.
Picklesbly uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bloodaxe.#CL#
Bloodaxe closes the distance and clinches.
Picklesbly blocking some punches.
Picklesbly is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Picklesbly lands an elbow inside.
A short body shot lands from Bloodaxe as the two fighters clinch.
Bloodaxe lands a hook that snaps the head of Picklesbly backwards.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Picklesbly just misses with a elbow thrown towards Bloodaxe's brow.
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#
Picklesbly breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Picklesbly scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.#T1#
Picklesbly throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Bloodaxe throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Picklesbly on the side of the head.
Bloodaxe misses with a body kick.
Picklesbly 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.
Bloodaxe throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Bloodaxe misses with a series of wild punches.
Picklesbly connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Bloodaxe uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Picklesbly.
Picklesbly misses the jab.
Picklesbly avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Bloodaxe scores with the left hand. Picklesbly knows he should have avoided that one.
Bloodaxe paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Picklesbly throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Bloodaxe connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Picklesbly connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Bloodaxe is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.#T2#
Bloodaxe misses with an attempted mid kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Picklesbly misses with a straight right.
Bloodaxe swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Bloodaxe blocks a jab.
Bloodaxe uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Picklesbly.
Picklesbly throws an off balance right hand
and Bloodaxe connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Picklesbly lands an overhand right.
Picklesbly fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
A swing and a miss from Bloodaxe.
Picklesbly throws a big shot that misses.
Picklesbly stuns Bloodaxe with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Picklesbly moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Picklesbly misses with a lunging right hand
and Bloodaxe counters with a straight right hand.
Bloodaxe doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Picklesbly missing with a left hand there. Bloodaxe was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T3#
Bloodaxe takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Picklesbly swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bloodaxe throwing a counter right hand but Picklesbly manages to avoid it.
Picklesbly lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Bloodaxe 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 nice inside leg kick there by Picklesbly. That's going to slow Bloodaxe down.
Picklesbly tries a low kick but Bloodaxe avoids it.
Picklesbly with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Bloodaxe is looking to clinch.
A little jabbing left from Picklesbly on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Picklesbly throws a shot from downtown. Bloodaxe moves away and avoids it.
Picklesbly looks to land a right hand but Bloodaxe moved out of range.
Bloodaxe is looking for a counter combo.
Picklesbly pulls out of a head kick attempt.
It looked like Bloodaxe wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
The fighters circling - Picklesbly throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Bloodaxe misses with a wild combination.
#T4#
Picklesbly misses with a looping right.
Bloodaxe looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Bloodaxe misses with a hook. Picklesbly ducked under it nicely.
Bloodaxe lands with a slapping head kick.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Picklesbly. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Picklesbly misses with an uppercut
and Bloodaxe counters with a straight right hand.
Picklesbly scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Bloodaxe staying out of range there.
Picklesbly misses with a combination
letting Bloodaxe counter with a right hand.
Bloodaxe blocks a jab.
Picklesbly misses with a right hand
and Bloodaxe counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Picklesbly misses with a looping left.
Picklesbly throws an off balance right hand
and Bloodaxe counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Picklesbly misses with a looping left.
Bloodaxe moves in looking to clinch but Picklesbly pushes him off.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Adrian Picklesbly will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Gunnar Bloodaxe'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. This is the final round!#R3#
Picklesbly throws out a powerful jab.
Picklesbly throws a poor cross that misses
and Picklesbly takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Bloodaxe moves out of range of the strikes.
Adrian Picklesbly seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Picklesbly works Bloodaxe's body with a nice hook.
Bloodaxe is looking to chop away at Picklesbly's legs.
Jab, jab by Bloodaxe - just one landing.
Picklesbly rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bloodaxe counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A low kick lands for Bloodaxe.
Picklesbly 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.
Picklesbly scores with a body shot.
Picklesbly throws a jab but it's blocked by Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Bloodaxe tries to clinch but Picklesbly is having none of it.
Picklesbly uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bloodaxe.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bloodaxe has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Bloodaxe there as he acknowledges the shot.#T1#
Bloodaxe misses with a right hand
and Bloodaxe takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Picklesbly misses with a looping left.
Picklesbly ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
A left lands for Picklesbly.
A jab from Picklesbly misses.
Bloodaxe lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Picklesbly throws a poor cross that misses
and Bloodaxe counters with a stiff right hand.
Picklesbly throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bloodaxe misses with a looping left.
Bloodaxe keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Picklesbly.
Bloodaxe appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Bloodaxe keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Picklesbly.
Bloodaxe feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Picklesbly thows a leg kick but Bloodaxe checks it
and Picklesbly takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Bloodaxe misses with a right hand
and Picklesbly cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Picklesbly throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Picklesbly throws the left hand but Bloodaxe avoids the punch easily.
Bloodaxe is looking to counter punch.
Gunnar Bloodaxe has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Picklesbly misses with a left hand
and Bloodaxe counters with a stiff right hand.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Picklesbly slips a straight right by Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Bloodaxe slips under a jab.
Picklesbly throws an overhand right that lands on Bloodaxe's shoulder, as Bloodaxe tries to avoid the shot.
Bloodaxe throws a quick counter head kick but Picklesbly was just out of range.
Bloodaxe looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Picklesbly waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bloodaxe.
As Picklesbly backs away, Bloodaxe returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Picklesbly blocks the body kick.
Picklesbly misses with a shot to the body
and Bloodaxe connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bloodaxe tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Picklesbly paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Picklesbly throws a right hand that misses
and Bloodaxe counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Picklesbly on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Picklesbly misses with an uppercut.
A shot to the body from Picklesbly misses
and Bloodaxe counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Picklesbly scores with a body shot.
#T3#
Decent striking displayed by Picklesbly there.
Picklesbly misses with a right hand
and Bloodaxe counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Picklesbly scores with a jab.
Picklesbly dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Picklesbly lands with an overhand left.
Bloodaxe scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Picklesbly scores with a jab to the body.
A jab from Picklesbly misses.
Bloodaxe misses with an uppercut.
A little jabbing left from Picklesbly on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Bloodaxe throws a looping overhand right but Picklesbly ducks down to avoid it.
Picklesbly looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Bloodaxe takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Bloodaxe misses with an uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Picklesbly misses with a straight left.
As Picklesbly backs away, Bloodaxe returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.#T4#
Picklesbly lands a head shot.
Bloodaxe looks to throw the jab but Picklesbly is out of range.
Picklesbly swings widly with a right hand
and Bloodaxe counters with a straight right hand.
Picklesbly throws a lazy uppercut
and Bloodaxe counters with a leg kick.
Nice shot lands for Picklesbly.
A swing and a miss from Picklesbly.
Picklesbly lands a jab to the head.
Bloodaxe throws a hook but Picklesbly avoids it easily.
Picklesbly tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bloodaxe was well out of range. Poor timing from Picklesbly.
Picklesbly misses with a looping right.
Picklesbly throws a leg kick which misses Bloodaxe's front leg but catches the back leg as Bloodaxe tries to avoid it.
Bloodaxe slips a straight right by Picklesbly.
Bloodaxe fires out a quick counter leg kick but Picklesbly just manages to avoid it.
Picklesbly misses with a left hand
and Bloodaxe counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Adrian Picklesbly.
I've got Picklesbly 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:30
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:29
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 30:29
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Adrian Picklesbly!
During a confident post fight interview, Adrian Picklesbly thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
WVT 48: Picklesbly v S.Sitsong
Date: Nov 24, 2022 |
#R1#
Bloodaxe lands a leg kick that knocks West off balance momentarily.
West rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
letting Bloodaxe counter with a right hand.
Bloodaxe misses with a hook
and West counters with a straight right hand.
West tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
West misses with a jab to the body
and Bloodaxe counters with a head kick.
West swings widly with a right hand
and Bloodaxe counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #ROC#West is rocked!
West lands a head kick!
#CUT2#It looks like Gunnar Bloodaxe has been cut.
West misses with a hook
and Bloodaxe counters with a stiff right hand.
West is still on wobbly legs! Can Bloodaxe finish him?
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bloodaxe scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
West seems to have recovered his senses.
Good exchange - Bloodaxe coming out on top.
West lands a jab to the nose.
A head kick misses from Bloodaxe.
West looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Bloodaxe has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Blacktalians MMA in the buildup to the fight.#T1#
Bloodaxe tests West's chin there with a solid looking shot.
West stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe lands a head kick. West smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
West scores with a head kick.
Bloodaxe misses with an uppercut. #CL#
Bloodaxe moves into the clinch.
Bloodaxe fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
West digs a right hand into Bloodaxe's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Bloodaxe's gas tank.
West stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
West scores with a shot to the side of Bloodaxe's head.
A short body shot lands from Bloodaxe as the two fighters clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A quick uppercut on the inside from West. #T2#
Bloodaxe has a couple of punches blocked by West.
West struggles to land a body shot inside as Bloodaxe controls his hands.
West misses with a punch to the body.
West misses with a body punch.
Bloodaxe misses with a hook from the clinch.
West goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Bloodaxe lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
West can't break the clinch.
West blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Bloodaxe swings wildly with an uppercut but West uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bloodaxe is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Bloodaxe tries a body shot but West blocks it.
Bloodaxe misses with a shot to the kidneys.
West doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
West tries to work over Bloodaxe's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC2#
West breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Nice defenses there by Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe is looking to counter punch.
West lands a head shot.
West lunges at Bloodaxe with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Bloodaxe's hand. #T3#
West misses with an uppercut. Bloodaxe saw that one coming.
West misses with an uppercut. Bloodaxe saw that one coming.
Bloodaxe is looking to counter the offense by West and move into the clinch.
Bloodaxe will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Bloodaxe throws an off balance right hand
and West counters with a nice uppercut.
The fighters circling - Bloodaxe throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
West misses with a jab to the body
and Bloodaxe counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
West swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bloodaxe swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Bloodaxe tries to clinch
and West counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Bloodaxe throws a hook but West blocks it.
West throws out a counter right but Bloodaxe avoids it with no problem.#T4#
Nice cross by West.
West blocks the body kick.
West misses the shot to the body.
A little feinted left hand from Bloodaxe on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Bloodaxe lands with a right hand.
West throws a hook to the side of Bloodaxe's head but Bloodaxe sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A big left from West misses.
Bloodaxe throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck West on the side of the head.
West throws a nice head kick!
West throws an off balance right hand
and Bloodaxe counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bloodaxe swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Bloodaxe throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
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 Gunnar Bloodaxe will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Gunnar Bloodaxe'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#
West throws a hook to the side of Bloodaxe's head but Bloodaxe sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Bloodaxe scores with a leg kick.
West misses with an uppercut
and Bloodaxe connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
West scores with a jab.
Bloodaxe ducks under a wild hook from West.
Bloodaxe scores with a crisp jab that stopped West in his tracks.
A swing and a miss from Bloodaxe.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloodaxe misses with a straight right.
West takes one on the chin but seems OK.
West dodges the punch combination from Bloodaxe.
A little jabbing left from West on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T1#
Bloodaxe ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bloodaxe lands with a straight right. West didn't see that one coming.
Bloodaxe throws a lazy right hand but West sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
West throws a jab when Bloodaxe was well out of range.
Bloodaxe swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A big right from Bloodaxe misses.
Bloodaxe cracks West with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
West misses with a left hand
and Bloodaxe counters with a nice uppercut.
West is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that West can do to turn this around?
Bloodaxe throws an overhand right that lands on West's shoulder, as West tries to avoid the shot.
Bloodaxe lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.#T2#
Bloodaxe scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.#KD#
Bloodaxe sends West crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Bloodaxe is motioning to the referee to let West up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bloodaxe connects with a solid leg kick. #KD#
Bloodaxe cracks West with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Bloodaxe has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning West to stand back up!
A jab from West misses.
West slips a straight right by Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe works the jab nicely.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by West.
West attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Bloodaxe uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from West.
Bloodaxe swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#T3#
Bloodaxe scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Bloodaxe connects with a jab.
Bloodaxe chopping away at his opponent's legs.
A shot to the body from West misses
and Bloodaxe scores with a counter punch that sends West to the canvas! Bloodaxe smells blood - he's punishing West with more strikes and the ref has stopped it! West has no idea where he is - he's tackled the ref... oh dear, poor guy, the crowd is in hysterics!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:26 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Gunnar Bloodaxe!
Gunnar Bloodaxe decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
DMMA 145 Niculescu vs Kersikov
Date: Oct 02, 2022 |
#R1#
Donk. Kamenev catches Bloodaxe right on the button with a cross.
Kamenev throws a body shot but no joy.
Kamenev slips a jab from Bloodaxe.
Kamenev shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Kamenev lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Bloodaxe takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Bloodaxe tries to land a leg kick but Kamenev saw it coming and moves away.
Bloodaxe lands with a nice body punch.
Kamenev looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Bloodaxe scores with a leg kick.
Bloodaxe jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kamenev wants to clinch up but Bloodaxe keeps it at a distance.
Kamenev swings widly with a right hand
and Bloodaxe counters with a three punch combo that has Kamenev backing up. Kamenev nods at Bloodaxe to acknowledge the strikes.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bloodaxe scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Bloodaxe looks to throw the jab but Kamenev is out of range.
Kamenev defending well as Bloodaxe loads up on a big left hand. #T1#
Bloodaxe misses with a low kick as Kamenev jumps back.
Kamenev changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Jab, jab by Bloodaxe - just one landing.
Bloodaxe gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Bloodaxe walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Nice defenses there by Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kamenev.
Bloodaxe feints and then cracks Kamenev's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Kamenev down.
Bloodaxe missing with a left hand there. Kamenev was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A telegraphed right hand from Bloodaxe misses the target.
Kamenev feinted with a counter takedown.
Bloodaxe lands a jab.
Decent striking displayed by Bloodaxe there.
Kamenev lands with a cross.
Kamenev is trying hard to land a takedown here. Bloodaxe sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. #T2#
Kamenev with a lazy takedown attempt
and Bloodaxe counters with a nice uppercut.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kamenev moves away from the strike by Bloodaxe.
Kamenev ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kamenev half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Bloodaxe catches Kamenev with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Bloodaxe tries to land a leg kick but Kamenev saw it coming and moves away.
Kamenev bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kamenev misses with a double jab.
Bloodaxe thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kamenev changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Kamenev slips under a jab from Bloodaxe.
Kamenev appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Bloodaxe throws a nice outside leg kick.
Gunnar Bloodaxe seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kamenev on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Bloodaxe. Bloodaxe obviously looking to wear him down.
Bloodaxe throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bloodaxe connects with a looping right hand.
#T3#
Bloodaxe lands a leg kick that knocks Kamenev off balance momentarily.
Bloodaxe scores with a three punch combo!
Bloodaxe lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Nice defenses there by Kamenev.
Bloodaxe throws a hook but Kamenev blocks it.
Kamenev keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bloodaxe throws a leg kick but Kamenev sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Kamenev throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bloodaxe connects with a leg kick.
Kamenev on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Bloodaxe throws a solid leg kick but Kamenev takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe is looking to chop away at Kamenev's legs. #CL#
Kamenev has closed the distance and engaged Bloodaxe in a clinch.
#T4#
Bloodaxe tries to break free but Kamenev pushes him back against the cage.
Kamenev swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kamenev misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Nice body punch from Kamenev - that landed with a thud.
This has been an exciting period of action!#BC2#
Bloodaxe pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Bloodaxe wants to slow Kamenev down by chopping away at his legs.
Kamenev moves out of range of the strikes.
Kamenev slips a jab from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kamenev.
Kamenev moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Bloodaxe misses with an uppercut.
Bloodaxe goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Bloodaxe throws a hook but Kamenev blocks it.
A jab from Kamenev misses.
Kamenev 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.
Bloodaxe wants to slow Kamenev down by chopping away at his legs.
Kamenev appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Gunnar Bloodaxe dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Kamenev lands with a shot to the body.
Bloodaxe tests Kamenev's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Bloodaxe drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Bloodaxe fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Kamenev has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#CL#
Kamenev has managed to clinch.
#BC2#
Bloodaxe pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Kamenev throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bloodaxe sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bloodaxe throws a solid leg kick but Kamenev takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Bloodaxe.
Kamenev attempts a counter takedown but Bloodaxe avoids it well and moves away.
Kamenev is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Kamenev needs to keep his hands up - Bloodaxe had a free shot at his head there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloodaxe throws a body punch but Kamenev moves out of range.
Bloodaxe throws a big shot that misses.
Bloodaxe throws a body kick despite being completely out of range#TD#
and Kamenev counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kamenev thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Bloodaxe's head. #T1##SUB#
Kamenev is looking for a kimura here.
Kamenev throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Kamenev tries to pass the half guard into mount. Bloodaxe knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Bloodaxe is looking for a sweep. Kamenev is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Kamenev performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Bloodaxe wants to get back to full guard.
Bloodaxe really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Kamenev. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Kamenev sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Bloodaxe defending well though.
Bloodaxe keeping control of the position.
Kamenev thows a huge punch but Bloodaxe dodges it nicely.
Bloodaxe is looking to improve his position.
#T3##SUB#
Kamenev is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Kamenev working the head and body with strikes.
Kamenev trying to pass the guard but Bloodaxe defending well.
Kamenev missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Bloodaxe blocking the ground and pound attempt from Kamenev.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kamenev uses his free foot to push down on Bloodaxe's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Bloodaxe.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bloodaxe wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by Kamenev.
#T4#
Bloodaxe tries to hold on but Kamenev postures up.#SUB#
Kamenev wants to finish this one by submission but Bloodaxe is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Kamenev.
Kamenev tries to control but Bloodaxe wriggling away.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bloodaxe manages to work a leg through to get back to half guard here. Good work there by Bloodaxe, under a barage of strikes from Kamenev.
Kamenev passes to full mount!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ivan Kamenev 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#
Bloodaxe lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Kamenev dives in for a single leg takedown but Bloodaxe sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Still in the clinch, Kamenev scores with a nice short uppercut.
Kamenev lands an uppercut.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Kamenev creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Kamenev throws a head punch that misses.
Kamenev makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Kamenev swings wildly with an uppercut but Bloodaxe uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bloodaxe wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Bloodaxe is trying to break the clinch but Kamenev is controlling him.#BC2#
Bloodaxe manages to break the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kamenev tries to close the distance and clinch up but Bloodaxe swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Kamenev moves out of range of the body kick from Bloodaxe.
Kamenev checks a leg kick nicely.
Kamenev appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Kamenev punishes Bloodaxe's body with a nice straight punch.#T1#
Bloodaxe swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Bloodaxe tries to land a leg kick but Kamenev saw it coming and moves away.
Kamenev half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Bloodaxe lands a jab to Kamenev's midsection.
Bloodaxe looks to land a left hand but Kamenev moved out of range nicely.
Bloodaxe throws a jab when Kamenev was well out of range.
Kamenev defending well as Bloodaxe loads up on a big left hand.
Bloodaxe pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kamenev tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Bloodaxe paws at him with a jab and circles away.
A jab from Bloodaxe misses.
Bloodaxe takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Bloodaxe throws a hook but Kamenev blocks it.
Bloodaxe swings for the body but Kamenev moves out of range.
Bloodaxe tries to work over Kamenev's front leg with a kick but Kamenev checks it. #T2#
Bloodaxe throws a series of punches but Kamenev avoids them all with ease.
Kamenev blocks a jab.
Good leg kick by Bloodaxe.
Kamenev checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Bloodaxe tries to score with a low kick but Kamenev moves his leg out of the way.
Kamenev half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Gunnar Bloodaxe seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Bloodaxe drops his hands momentarily and Kamenev takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Bloodaxe looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Kamenev throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kamenev checks a low kick from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe avoids the body shot from Kamenev.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A combination from Bloodaxe does no damage.
Kamenev throws a good cross that connects.
Kamenev lunges at Bloodaxe with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Bloodaxe's hand. #T3#
Bloodaxe buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Bloodaxe misses with a wild combination.
Kamenev wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Bloodaxe pivots, looking for a leg kick but Kamenev is out of range and Bloodaxe settles back down.
Bloodaxe gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Kamenev.
Bloodaxe looks to score with a jab to the body but Kamenev is just out of range.
Bloodaxe lands a nice looking body kick.
Bloodaxe attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Kamenev staying out of range there.
Bloodaxe throws a looping overhand right but Kamenev ducks down to avoid it.
Kamenev feinted with a counter takedown.#T4#
Kamenev scores with a jab to the jaw.
Kamenev is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Bloodaxe throws a lazy right hand but Kamenev sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kamenev attempts a counter takedown but Bloodaxe avoids it well and moves away.
Gunnar Bloodaxe is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Bloodaxe is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kamenev.
Bloodaxe misses with a low kick.
Kamenev changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Bloodaxe walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Kamenev checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Kamenev half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Kamenev 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.
Kamenev lands a head shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bloodaxe throws a looping overhand right but Kamenev ducks down to avoid it.
Bloodaxe fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Kamenev has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Kamenev.
Bloodaxe misses with an uppercut. Kamenev saw that one coming.
Kamenev drops down looking for a counter takedown but Bloodaxe sprawls and moves away.
Bloodaxe lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Gunnar Bloodaxe.
I think Bloodaxe 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 Nard Betker scores the fight 28:29
Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 28:29
Judge Wagner Zegers scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gunnar Bloodaxe!
After winning the bout, Gunnar Bloodaxe 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:
DMMA 136 Misha vs Paavali
Date: Sep 03, 2022 |
#R1#
Bloodaxe misses with a low kick.
Bloodaxe lands with an uppercut that bounces Obi off the cage and back into range.
Bloodaxe moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Bloodaxe ducks under a wild hook from Obi.
Bloodaxe scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Bloodaxe ducks under a wild hook from Obi.
As Obi backs away, Bloodaxe returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Obi throws an overhand right that lands on Bloodaxe's shoulder, as Bloodaxe tries to avoid the shot.
Obi's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Bloodaxe connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Obi scrambles back to his feet.
Bloodaxe scores with a nice body kick.
Obi swings for the body but Bloodaxe moves out of range.
Obi misses with the combination.
A little feinted left hand from Bloodaxe on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Bloodaxe connects with a nice looking jab.
Obi rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
enabling Bloodaxe to counter with a crisp jab.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bloodaxe misses with a hook.
Bloodaxe 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.
Bloodaxe slips a jab and a cross from Obi.
#T1#
Bloodaxe lands an overhand right.
Obi misses with a looping right.
Bloodaxe feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Obi uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bloodaxe.
Obi connects with a jab.
Bloodaxe lands with a right hand.
Bloodaxe with a nice calf kick.
Bloodaxe fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Obi misses with a shot to the body
and Bloodaxe connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bloodaxe throws a looping overhand right but Obi ducks down to avoid it.
Obi 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.
Obi takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Obi!
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!
Obi throws a shot from downtown. Bloodaxe moves away and avoids it.
Bloodaxe lands a leg kick that knocks Obi off balance momentarily.
Bloodaxe with the inside leg kick. #T2#
Obi throws a looping overhand right but Bloodaxe ducks down to avoid it.
Bloodaxe uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Obi.
Obi takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Obi has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Bloodaxe.
Obi swings for the body but Bloodaxe moves out of range.
Obi's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Bloodaxe uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Obi.
Bloodaxe misses with an uppercut. Obi saw that one coming.
Obi wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Obi throws an off balance right hand
and Bloodaxe counters with a stiff right hand.
Obi swings widly with a right hand
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Obi looks to score with a jab to the body but Bloodaxe is just out of range.
Bloodaxe swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Obi throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Bloodaxe counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Obi avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Obi lands the left hand.
A combination from Obi does no damage. #T3#
Obi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Obi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Obi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Good shot there by Bloodaxe.
Obi waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe scoring well with a low kick there.
Bloodaxe 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.
Bloodaxe buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Obi looks to throw the jab but Bloodaxe is out of range.
Bloodaxe scores with a jab to the head.
Bloodaxe moves into range and connects with a jab.
Obi lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Bloodaxe at a distance.
Bloodaxe looks to land a right hand but Obi moved out of range.
Bloodaxe listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bloodaxe connects with a nice looking jab.
Bloodaxe throws a nice inside leg kick. #T4#
Nice body kick there by Bloodaxe.
Obi shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Bloodaxe jabs Obi right on the nose. Obi blinks but takes it well.
Bloodaxe with a nice calf kick.
Bloodaxe misses with a low kick.
Obi let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Obi throws an off balance right hand
and Obi takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Obi just misses with a punch to the body.
Obi misses with a straight right.
Obi swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Bloodaxe attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Bloodaxe is looking to slow Obi down with leg kicks.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bloodaxe missing with a left hand there. Obi was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Bloodaxe connects with an inside leg kick.
Bloodaxe connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Obi's hands.
Obi scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Gunnar Bloodaxe dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Bloodaxe walks into a jab.
Obi staying out of range there.
Bloodaxe staying out of range there.
Obi swings away with a body shot that misses
and Bloodaxe counters with a nice uppercut.
Obi takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Obi throws a poor cross that misses
and Bloodaxe counters with a low kick, right behind Obi 's knee.
Obi throws a lazy uppercut
and Bloodaxe counters with a left to the body.
Obi looks to land a left hand but Bloodaxe moved out of range nicely.
Bloodaxe lands with a cross.
Bloodaxe slips under a jab from Obi.
Obi checks a low kick from Bloodaxe.
Obi throws out a counter right but Bloodaxe avoids it with no problem.
Obi throws a poor cross that misses
and Bloodaxe counters with a stiff right hand.
Obi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Obi looks to land a right hand but Bloodaxe moved out of range.
Bloodaxe misses with an uppercut.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Obi misses with a two punch combination.
#T1#
A low kick from Bloodaxe is predictable there
and Obi counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Obi might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Bloodaxe has got the better of the exchanges.
Bloodaxe fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Obi has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
A looping hook to the body misses from Obi. Bloodaxe does a little dance to reset his feet.
Nice shot lands for Bloodaxe.
Obi throws a body punch but Bloodaxe moves out of range.
Bloodaxe cracks Obi with a good jab.
Obi slips a jab from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Bloodaxe lunges at Obi with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Obi's hand.
A jab from Bloodaxe finds it's way through Obi's defenses.
Gunnar Bloodaxe is winning the standup battle so far.
Obi takes a swing at Bloodaxe's ribcage but misses.
Obi has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Obi looks to land a right hand but Bloodaxe moved out of range.
Bloodaxe looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Obi throws a sloppy body shot
and Bloodaxe counters with an outside leg kick.
#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bloodaxe fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Obi.
Bloodaxe is looking to score with low kicks.
Bloodaxe defending well as Obi loads up on a big left hand.
Obi defending well as Bloodaxe loads up on a big left hand.
Obi takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
A swing and a miss from Obi.
Bloodaxe cracks Obi with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Obi takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Bloodaxe throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Obi sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bloodaxe ducks under a wild hook from Obi.
Obi misses with a body shot.
Bloodaxe cracks Obi with an open hand slap.
Obi gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Nice shot lands for Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe slips under a jab from Obi.#T3#
Obi throws a shot to the body.
Bloodaxe works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Obi misses with a jab to the body
and Bloodaxe counters with an inside leg kick.
Bloodaxe throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Bloodaxe is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Obi.
Obi misses with a wild body shot.
Obi throws a looping overhand right but Bloodaxe ducks down to avoid it.
Obi throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A lazy left from Bloodaxe finds it's target.
Bloodaxe cracks Obi with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
A telegraphed right hand from Obi misses the target.
Bloodaxe lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Bloodaxe misses with a straight right.
A slow jab from Obi misses its intended target.
Obi fails to land with a series of punches.
#T4#
Bloodaxe looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Obi takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Obi misses with a combination
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Bloodaxe throws an off balance right hand
and Obi counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A chopping leg kick lands by Bloodaxe.
Obi misses with a looping left.
A little feinted left hand from Bloodaxe on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Bloodaxe avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Obi throws a shot from downtown. Bloodaxe moves away and avoids it.
Obi rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bloodaxe counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Bloodaxe is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Obi can do to turn this around?
Obi connects with a nice looking jab.
Bloodaxe lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Obi misses with a body punch
and Bloodaxe connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A nice leg kick lands there from Bloodaxe.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Gunnar Bloodaxe 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#
Bloodaxe swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Obi throws a shot from downtown. Bloodaxe moves away and avoids it.
Jab from Obi.
Obi throws a body shot but no joy.
Bloodaxe quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Bloodaxe slips a jab from Obi.
Bloodaxe uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Obi.
Obi walks forward, straight into a front kick from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe throws a nice outside leg kick.
Bloodaxe thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Obi if he has to take too many more of those.
Bloodaxe misses with a hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Obi swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A big left from Bloodaxe misses.
A shot to the liver by Bloodaxe. Beautiful body shot.
Bloodaxe with a hook.
Bloodaxe connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Obi's hands.#T1#
Bloodaxe thumps Obi with a low kick.
Obi throws a right and a left that Bloodaxe avoids nicely.
Obi fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bloodaxe manages to avoid it.
Obi works the jab nicely.
Bloodaxe fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Obi looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Bloodaxe lands with a thumping leg kick.
Bloodaxe jabs Obi right on the nose. Obi blinks but takes it well.
Obi misses with a lunging right hand
and Bloodaxe counters with a nice uppercut.
Bloodaxe throws a low kick but Obi avoids it.
A nice side step and Obi releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Obi tries to move into range but Bloodaxe moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Bloodaxe lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Obi thuds a left hand into Bloodaxe's body.
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!
Obi misses with a left hand
and Bloodaxe counters with a nice leg kick.
Obi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bloodaxe.
#T2#
Bloodaxe lands with a nice body kick.
Obi throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bloodaxe sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bloodaxe cracks Obi with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Obi misses with a hook. Bloodaxe ducked under it nicely.
Obi throws a lazy right hand but Bloodaxe sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bloodaxe lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Bloodaxe is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Obi.
Bloodaxe looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Obi pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Bloodaxe takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Bloodaxe throws a poor cross that misses
and Obi counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Obi throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Bloodaxe's corner calls for a 1-2. Bloodaxe obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Obi misses with a shot to the body
and Bloodaxe counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Obi uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bloodaxe.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Obi! But no joy.#T3#
Bloodaxe misses with a low kick.
Bloodaxe takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Obi throws out a loose jab but Bloodaxe uses good head movement to avoid it.
Obi dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Bloodaxe dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Obi. That did some damage!
Obi looks to land a left hand but Bloodaxe moved out of range nicely.
Gunnar Bloodaxe is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Bloodaxe lands a nice looking kick to the body. Obi takes a step back to recover.
Bloodaxe slips under a jab.
Obi ducks under a wild hook from Bloodaxe.
A slapping leg kick lands for Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Obi throws out the jab.
Obi has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Bloodaxe.
Obi ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bloodaxe moves away.
A nice leg kick from Bloodaxe, right into the meat of the thigh.
#T4#
Obi waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Obi manages to avoid it.
Bloodaxe pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Bloodaxe avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Obi lands a jab to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Obi blocks a low kick nicely.
Obi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bloodaxe.
Obi misses with a lunging right hand
and Bloodaxe counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Obi throws a good cross that connects.
Bloodaxe takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Obi looks to score with a jab to the body but Bloodaxe is just out of range.
Bloodaxe lands with a thumping leg kick.
Bloodaxe cracks Obi with a right hand to the side of the head.
Chike Obi has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Bloodaxe lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
And that's the end of the fight!
Gunnar Bloodaxe showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Bloodaxe 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 Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight 30:27
Judge Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 30:27
Judge Anni Minnemäki scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gunnar Bloodaxe!
During a confident post fight interview, Gunnar Bloodaxe thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
DMMA 129 Hurry Vs Durand
Date: Aug 07, 2022 |
#R1#
A looping hook to the body misses from Hang. Bloodaxe does a little dance to reset his feet.
Hang drops his hands momentarily and Bloodaxe takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Bloodaxe throws a leg kick that is checked
and Hang counters with a one-two to the body.
Bloodaxe has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Blacktalians MMA in the buildup to the fight.
Bloodaxe lands a glancing blow to the side of Hang's head.
Bloodaxe goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Bloodaxe throws out a powerful jab.
Hang tries to clinch up but Bloodaxe circles away and keeps his distance.
Hang takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Hang tries to clinch but Bloodaxe moves away
enabling Bloodaxe to counter with a crisp jab.
Bloodaxe misses with an uppercut
and Hang counters with a lovely straight right hand!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Good leg kick by Bloodaxe. #KD2#
Oooooh!!! Hang has knocked Bloodaxe down with a huge combo! Hang steps away and waves a wobbly Bloodaxe back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#ROC2#Bloodaxe is rocked!#CUT2#It looks like Gunnar Bloodaxe has been cut.
Hang takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Oh Bloodaxe is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#T1#
Bloodaxe throws a jab when Hang was well out of range.
Bloodaxe seems to have got his legs back now.
Bloodaxe fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Hang.
Good leg kick by Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Hang on the side of the head.
Hang moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Bloodaxe throws a leg kick that is checked
and Hang counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Hang keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bloodaxe.
Hang feints a counter leg kick.
Bloodaxe tries to land a leg kick but Hang saw it coming and moves away.
Bloodaxe throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Hang moves out of range as Bloodaxe strikes.
Jab by Hang.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Bloodaxe, as that shot connected.
#T2#
A telegraphed right hand from Bloodaxe misses the target.
Hang moves out of range as Bloodaxe strikes.
Hang has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Bloodaxe.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hang throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Hang 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.
Bloodaxe throws a front kick aimed at Hang's knee but Hang avoids it well.
Hang shapes to counter with a head kick.
Hang uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Hang rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Bloodaxe moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Hang takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Hang steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bloodaxe.
Hang counters with a body kick.
Bloodaxe jabs at Hang's body.
Bloodaxe throws a right hand that misses
and Hang counters with an inside leg kick. #T3#
Hang misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Bloodaxe delivers a nice body kick.
Bloodaxe misses with a leg kick.
Bloodaxe shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Bloodaxe moves away from the strike by Hang.
Hang tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Bloodaxe paws at him with a jab and circles away.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bloodaxe. Hang does a little dance to reset his feet.
Hang throws out a counter right but Bloodaxe avoids it with no problem.
Bloodaxe pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Bloodaxe's corner calls for a 1-2. Bloodaxe obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Gunnar Bloodaxe seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bloodaxe blocks a jab.
Bloodaxe fakes the leg kick and cracks Hang in the body.
Bloodaxe throws a lazy uppercut
and Hang counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T4#
Bloodaxe jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Hang is looking for the big counter here.
Bloodaxe is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Bloodaxe throws a hook but Hang avoids it easily.
Bloodaxe scores with a jab to the body.
Bloodaxe connects with a jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hang lands with a straight right. Bloodaxe didn't see that one coming.
Hang takes a jab right on the kisser.
Bloodaxe shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Nice defenses there by Hang.
Hang takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bloodaxe misses with a hook
and Hang counters with a nice uppercut.
Bloodaxe shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Gunnar Bloodaxe dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Gunnar Bloodaxe's cut.
That's time! Bloodaxe's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Hang misses with a right hand
and Bloodaxe connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A left lands for Bloodaxe.
Hang tries to close the distance and clinch up but Bloodaxe swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Bloodaxe misses with a body shot
and Hang counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Hang tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Bloodaxe paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Bloodaxe moves out of range of the strikes.
Bloodaxe wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Bloodaxe throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Hang on the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hang takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Bloodaxe wants to land a leg kick but Hang is out of range.
Bloodaxe jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Hang avoids a low kick by using good footwork.#T1#
Bloodaxe misses with a left hand
and Hang cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bloodaxe throws a looping overhand right but Hang ducks down to avoid it.
Bloodaxe throws an overhand right that lands on Hang's shoulder, as Hang tries to avoid the shot.
A left lands for Bloodaxe.
Hang takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Bloodaxe looks to throw the jab but Hang is out of range.
Bloodaxe bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A low kick from Bloodaxe misses
letting Hang counter with a right hand.
Bloodaxe ducks under a wild hook from Hang.
Bloodaxe appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Hang shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Bloodaxe scores with a jab to the jaw.
Bloodaxe dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T2#
Bloodaxe missing with a left hand there. Hang was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bloodaxe rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Hang cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bloodaxe throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bloodaxe is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Hang can do to turn this around?
Nice defenses there by Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe feints and then cracks Hang's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Hang down.
Bloodaxe looks to throw a body kick
and Hang counters with a nice uppercut.
Bloodaxe keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Bloodaxe misses with a leg kick
and Hang counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Hang wants to clinch up but Bloodaxe keeps it at a distance.
Bloodaxe lands a front kick.
Hang moves out of range as Bloodaxe strikes.
Bloodaxe ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#T3#
Hang tries to clinch but Bloodaxe moves out of range.
Hang has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Bloodaxe misses with a body shot.
Bloodaxe swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Despite the aggression on Hang's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Bloodaxe misses with the body kick
and Hang counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Hang scores with a sloppy right hand. Bloodaxe should have avoided that one.
Bloodaxe misses with a lunging right hand
and Hang counters with a deadly accurate combination that rocks Bloodaxe badly! He tries to strike back but Hang puts an end to that with another precision combo that knocks Bloodaxe out cold! Oh man, Bloodaxe will never hear the end of this one!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:36 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Kra Hang!
An out of breath Kra Hang 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:
DMMA 120 Kofel vs Risin
Date: Jul 09, 2022 |
#R1#
Bezerra connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Bezerra gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Bloodaxe thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bezerra staying out of range there.
Bezerra checks a low kick from Bloodaxe.
Bezerra drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Bloodaxe defends it well.
A slow jab from Bloodaxe misses its intended target.
A countering left hand to the body from Bezerra misses.
Bezerra looks to land a left hand but Bloodaxe moved out of range nicely.
A telegraphed right hand from Bloodaxe misses the target.
Bezerra shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Bloodaxe as he avoids it easily.
Bloodaxe is looking to counter punch.
Bezerra throws a shot from downtown. Bloodaxe moves away and avoids it.
Bezerra scores with a jab to the body.
Bloodaxe smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Bloodaxe throws a jab but it's blocked by Bezerra.
Bezerra scores with a jab to the jaw.
Bezerra just misses with a punch to the body.
Bloodaxe throwing a counter right hand but Bezerra manages to avoid it.
Bloodaxe throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Bezerra pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bloodaxe tries to land a leg kick but Bezerra saw it coming and moves away.
#T1#
Bezerra lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Bezerra 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.
Bloodaxe takes one to the chin there.
A big left from Bezerra misses.
Bloodaxe takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Bezerra looks to throw the jab but Bloodaxe is out of range.
Bloodaxe lands the left hand.
Bloodaxe scoring well with a low kick there.
Bezerra checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Bezerra! But no joy.
Jab from Bloodaxe.
A big right from Bezerra misses.
Bloodaxe half committed to a counter leg kick.
Bloodaxe throws a lazy right hand but Bezerra sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bloodaxe throws a jab but it's blocked by Bezerra.
We've been told by Bloodaxe's head coaches at Blacktalians MMA that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Bezerra slips under a jab from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe throws a looping overhand right but Bezerra ducks down to avoid it.
Bloodaxe connects with a leg 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!
Bloodaxe drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Bloodaxe throws a low kick but Bezerra avoids it.#T2#
Bloodaxe misses the jab.
Bezerra swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Bezerra throws the left hand but Bloodaxe avoids the punch easily.
Bezerra pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Bloodaxe attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Bezerra on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
The fighters circling - Bezerra throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Bezerra lunges at Bloodaxe with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Bloodaxe's hand.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Bezerra is defended easily by Bloodaxe.
Bezerra shoots and misses
and Bloodaxe counters with a nice uppercut.
Gunnar Bloodaxe has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Erasmo Bezerra.
Bezerra lands with a straight right. Bloodaxe didn't see that one coming.
Bezerra throws a right hand that Bloodaxe ducks under and follows up with a left that Bloodaxe also avoids with ease.
Bezerra lands a head shot.
Bloodaxe misses with a low kick as Bezerra jumps back.
Bloodaxe blocks a jab.#T3#
Bloodaxe lands a jab to the head.
Bloodaxe ducks under a wild hook from Bezerra.
Bloodaxe tries a low kick but Bezerra avoids it.
Bloodaxe lands with a nice body punch.
Nice takedown defense from Bloodaxe. No joy for Bezerra on that attempt.
Bloodaxe is looking to counter punch.
Bloodaxe lands a leg kick that knocks Bezerra off balance momentarily.
Bloodaxe feints and then cracks Bezerra's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Bezerra down.
Bezerra scores with the left hand. Bloodaxe knows he should have avoided that one.
A slow jab from Bezerra misses its intended target.
A jab from Bezerra finds it's way through Bloodaxe's defenses.
Bloodaxe misses the body punch
and Bezerra connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bloodaxe throws a lazy right hand but Bezerra sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bezerra tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Bezerra tests Bloodaxe's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Bloodaxe misses the jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bloodaxe lands a nice leg kick that just misses Bezerra's sensitive parts.
Bloodaxe moves away from the strike by Bezerra. #T4#
Bloodaxe throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bloodaxe loads up on a big right hand but Bezerra slips the punch.
Bloodaxe throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bezerra bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Bezerra 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.
Bloodaxe slips a jab from Bezerra.
Bloodaxe 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.
Bloodaxe connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Bezerra lands with an uppercut that bounces Bloodaxe off the cage and back into range.#TD2#
Bloodaxe gets caught napping as Bezerra dives in and scores a takedown. Bloodaxe manages to retain guard.
Bezerra with a flurry of punches that miss.
Bloodaxe preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bezerra throws a big right hand that misses.
Bezerra wants to control from the top but Bloodaxe keeps moving.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Erasmo Bezerra will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Bezerra goes for a double leg but Bloodaxe avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Bloodaxe continues to drive forward.
Bezerra has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Bloodaxe finds it's way round the side to connect with Bezerra's head.
Bezerra ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bezerra shoots in but Bloodaxe avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Bloodaxe scoring well with a low kick there.
Bezerra jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bezerra throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Bloodaxe counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Bloodaxe throws a looping overhand right but Bezerra ducks down to avoid it.
Bezerra is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
A low kick lands for Bloodaxe.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloodaxe is looking to land body kicks.
Bezerra takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
The fighters circling - Bezerra throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Bloodaxe fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Bezerra.
Bloodaxe misses with a leg kick. #T1#
Bezerra slips under a jab from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe misses with a low kick.
Bloodaxe throws a low kick but Bezerra moves out of range easily.
Gunnar Bloodaxe is winning the standup battle so far.
Bloodaxe moves away from the strike by Bezerra.
Bezerra's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Bezerra scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Bloodaxe avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Bloodaxe works the jab nicely.
A leg kick checked by Bezerra.
Bezerra throws an off balance right hand
letting Bloodaxe counter with a right hand.
Bloodaxe lands with a shot to the body.
Bloodaxe throws a jab but it's blocked by Bezerra.
Bezerra drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Bloodaxe defends it well.
Bezerra pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bezerra. Bloodaxe does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bezerra takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Bezerra looks to land a right hand but Bloodaxe moved out of range.
Bezerra checks a low kick from Bloodaxe.#T2#
Bezerra dips to his left and cracks Bloodaxe with an uppercut!#CL#
Bloodaxe drives through and clinches with Bezerra against the cage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bezerra scores with a nice hook to the head.
Bezerra slowing the pace effectively.
Bezerra goes for a takedown in the clinch but Bloodaxe prevents it.
Gunnar Bloodaxe has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Erasmo Bezerra.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Bloodaxe is looking to break free of the clinch but Bezerra has double underhooks.
A short right from Bezerra.
Bloodaxe working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Bloodaxe working aggressively here.
#BC#
Bloodaxe breaks the clinch.
A slapping leg kick lands for Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bezerra.
A leg kick checked by Bezerra.
Bloodaxe chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Bloodaxe keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bloodaxe tried to counter with a leg kick but Bezerra avoided it.
Bloodaxe wants to land a leg kick but Bezerra is out of range. #T3#
The fighters circling - Bezerra throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Bezerra thuds a left hand into Bloodaxe's body.
Bezerra shoots in for a takedown but Bloodaxe shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Bezerra changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Bloodaxe tries to avoid it but Bezerra manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Bloodaxe to the ground. Bloodaxe escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Bloodaxe scores with a jab.
Bezerra takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Bloodaxe on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Gunnar Bloodaxe is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Bezerra takes a swing at Bloodaxe's ribcage but misses.
Bloodaxe is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Bloodaxe has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Bezerra finds it's way round the side to connect with Bloodaxe's head.
Bezerra looks to throw the jab but Bloodaxe is out of range.
Bloodaxe lands a jab to the head.
Bloodaxe blocks a jab.
Bezerra moves out of range of the leg kick from Bloodaxe.
It seemed like Bezerra was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Bezerra just misses with a punch to the body.
A little feinted left hand from Bloodaxe on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Bloodaxe bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T4#
Bloodaxe with a nice cross.
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!
Bezerra's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Bloodaxe connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Bezerra scrambles back to his feet.
Bezerra throws an overhand right that lands on Bloodaxe's shoulder, as Bloodaxe tries to avoid the shot.
Bloodaxe moves out of range of the strikes.
Bezerra throws a left and a right that both miss
enabling Bloodaxe to counter with a crisp jab.
Bloodaxe lands with an overhand left.
Bloodaxe throws a nice inside leg kick.
A big left from Bloodaxe misses.
Bezerra misses with a looping right.
Bezerra blocks the body kick.
Bezerra throws a big shot that misses.
Bezerra pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Bezerra looks to score with a jab to the body but Bloodaxe is just out of range.
Bezerra cracks Bloodaxe with an open hand slap.
Bezerra throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bloodaxe sees it coming and avoids it easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Gunnar Bloodaxe dominated that second 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. This is the final round!#R3#
Bezerra tries to move into range but Bloodaxe moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Bloodaxe attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Bloodaxe will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Bloodaxe feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Bezerras jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Bezerra misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bloodaxe.
An attempted straight right counter from Bloodaxe misses the target.
Bezerra connects with a right hand. Bloodaxe shakes it off.
Bloodaxe connects with a leg kick. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Bloodaxe is pressed up against the cage. Bezerra has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Bloodaxe down to the mat. Bloodaxe avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Bloodaxe looks to land a left hand but Bezerra moved out of range nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bezerra ducks under a wild hook from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe chopping away at his opponent's legs.
A jab from Bloodaxe misses.
Bloodaxe doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Bloodaxe looks to throw the jab but Bezerra is out of range. #T1#
Bloodaxe throws out a leg kick but Bezerra moves out of range and Bloodaxe only half commits.
Bloodaxe on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Bezerra will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Bezerra takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Bloodaxe throws a chopping leg kick but Bezerra manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Bloodaxe tries to land a leg kick but Bezerra saw it coming and moves away.
Bezerra lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Bloodaxe attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Bloodaxe throws a hook but Bezerra blocks it.
Bezerra blocks a low kick nicely.
Bloodaxe slips a straight right by Bezerra.
Some bone on bone action there as Bezerra checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Bezerra swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Bloodaxe misses with a straight left.
Bezerra throws a right hand that misses
and Bloodaxe counters with an inside leg kick. #T2#
Bezerra tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bloodaxe was well out of range. Poor timing from Bezerra.
Bloodaxe throws a body shot but no joy.
Bezerra blocks a jab.
An inside leg kick from Bloodaxe misses.
Bloodaxe pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Bloodaxe uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bezerra.
Bezerra jabs Bloodaxe 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!
Bezerra lunges at Bloodaxe with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Bloodaxe's hand.
Bloodaxe slips under a jab from Bezerra.
Bezerra loads up on a big right hand but Bloodaxe slips the punch.
Bloodaxe chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Bezerra connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Bloodaxe's hands.
Bezerra has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Bezerra there as he acknowledges the shot.
Bloodaxe buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Bezerra misses with a takedown attempt
and Bloodaxe counters with a leg kick.
Gunnar Bloodaxe has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Erasmo Bezerra.#T3#
Bloodaxe throws a nice outside leg kick.
Bloodaxe works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Bezerra has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Bloodaxe throws a jab but it's blocked by Bezerra.
Bloodaxe lands a leg kick that knocks Bezerra off balance momentarily.
A jab from Bezerra does it's job there.
Bloodaxe throws a shot from downtown. Bezerra moves away and avoids it.
Bloodaxe jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bezerra ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bloodaxe moves away.
Bezerra misses with a body shot.
Bloodaxe throws a jab when Bezerra was well out of range.
Bezerra throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Bloodaxe cracks Bezerra with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Bloodaxe lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Bloodaxe throws a leg kick which misses Bezerra's front leg but catches the back leg as Bezerra tries to avoid it.
Bezerra loads up on a big right hand but Bloodaxe slips the punch.#T4#
Bezerra misses with a right hand
and Bloodaxe counters with a leg kick.
The fighters circling - Bloodaxe throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Bloodaxe misses with a low kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bezerra throws a looping overhand right but Bloodaxe ducks down to avoid it.
Bloodaxe tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bezerra was well out of range. Poor timing from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe avoids the body shot from Bezerra.
Bloodaxe keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bezerra.
A little feinted left hand from Bloodaxe on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Bezerra dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Bloodaxe throws a jab when Bezerra was well out of range.
Bezerra swings for the body but Bloodaxe moves out of range.
Bloodaxe lands the left hand.
Bloodaxe will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Bloodaxe lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Bezerra lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
And that's the end of the fight!
Gunnar Bloodaxe showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Bloodaxe 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 William Gold scores the fight 29:28
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 29:28
Judge James Glass scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gunnar Bloodaxe!
Our winner, Gunnar Bloodaxe, 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:
DMMA 102: Account vs Niculescu
Date: May 01, 2022 |
#R1#
Bloodaxe scores with a jab.
Torres takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Torres throws a jab but it's blocked by Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe 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.
Bloodaxe misses the jab.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Torres! But no joy.
Bloodaxe misses with a combination
and Torres counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Bloodaxe motions for Torres to come forward. Bloodaxe throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Torres let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Torres checks the leg kick nicely there.
Bloodaxe turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Bloodaxe throws a leg kick
and Torres counters with a series of strikes that practically lifts Bloodaxe off his feet! He tumbles backwards, his head bouncing off the mat - Torres follows up with more strikes before the ref can step in but Bloodaxe was out before he hit the floor.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Benji Torres! |
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Event:
DMMA 92: Kaupens v Andrianakis
Date: Mar 20, 2022 |
#R1#
Harakka takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Nice shot by Bloodaxe.
An inside leg kick lands from Bloodaxe.
Harakka uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Bloodaxe fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Harakka has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Harakka lands with a right hand.
Harakka takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Harakka tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
A jab from Harakka misses.
Bloodaxe lands the left hand.
Bloodaxe lands with a right hand.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Harakka throws a head kick that misses.
Bloodaxe shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Harakka is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Harakka misses with a hook.
Harakka throws an overhand right that lands on Bloodaxe's shoulder, as Bloodaxe tries to avoid the shot.
Bloodaxe throws a nice outside leg kick. #T1#
Bloodaxe swings widly with a right hand
and Harakka counters with a nice kick to the body.
Bloodaxe throws a low kick but Harakka moves out of range easily.
Bloodaxe throws a jab when Harakka was well out of range.
Bloodaxe tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Harakka is able to avoid easily.
An attempted straight right counter from Harakka misses the target.
Bloodaxe takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Harakka lands with a slapping head kick.
Bloodaxe uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Harakka is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe throws a leg kick that misses.
Bloodaxe tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Harakka misses with a right hand
and Bloodaxe cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Harakka looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Harakka scores with a push kick.
Bloodaxe slips a jab from Harakka.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bloodaxe takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Bloodaxe throws a solid leg kick but Harakka takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Bloodaxe.
Harakka tries a head kick but it misses.
#T2#
Harakka moves away from the strike by Bloodaxe.
Harakka is looking to counter punch.
Harakka lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Bloodaxe circles away quickly and effectively.
Bloodaxe keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Harakka.
Bloodaxe misses with a hook
and Harakka counters with a stiff right hand.
Harakka lands the left hand.#CUT#It looks like Gunnar Bloodaxe has been cut.
Bloodaxe connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Harakka momentarily.
Harakka drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Bloodaxe connects with a solid leg kick.
Bloodaxe uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Harakka has time to react.
Harakka ducks under a wild hook from Bloodaxe.
Harakka avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Harakka misses with the body kick
and Bloodaxe counters with a nice leg kick.
Bloodaxe connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Bloodaxe throws a low kick, looking for Harakka's leg but Harakka calmly moves out of range.
Bloodaxe displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Harakka throws out the jab.
Harakka fakes the leg kick and cracks Bloodaxe in the body. #T3#
Bloodaxe connects with a leg kick.
Harakka throws out a loose jab but Bloodaxe uses good head movement to avoid it.
Harakka 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.
Harakka throws a head kick but Bloodaxe moves out of range.
Harakka is looking to chop away at Bloodaxe's legs.
Harakka 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.
Bloodaxe moves out of range of the body kick from Harakka.
Bloodaxe misses with a low kick.
Harakka cracks Bloodaxe with a good jab.
Harakka throws a wild body kick that Bloodaxe sees coming a mile off.
A slow jab from Harakka misses its intended target.
Bloodaxe looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Harakka jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bloodaxe throws a shot from downtown. Harakka moves away and avoids it.
Bloodaxe has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Harakka.
Harakka lands with a thumping leg kick.
Bloodaxe dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Harakka. That did some damage!#T4#
Harakka defending well as Bloodaxe loads up on a big left hand.
Harakka lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Harakka has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Bloodaxe.#CL#
Harakka has Bloodaxe up against the cage in a clinch.
Harakka can't find room to land a body shot as Bloodaxe controls the action.
Bloodaxe wants to break free but Harakka has control.
Bloodaxe tries to work over Harakka's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe tries to break free but Harakka pushes him back against the cage.
Harakka tries a body shot but Bloodaxe blocks it.
Harakka is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.#BC2#
Bloodaxe's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Gustav Harakka seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bloodaxe throws a leg kick but Harakka sees it coming and moves out of range.
Harakka fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Bloodaxe has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A punch lands to the side of Bloodaxe 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Harakka scores with a body shot.
Bloodaxe tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Harakka was well out of range. Poor timing from Bloodaxe.
A left lands for Harakka.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Gustav Harakka dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Gunnar Bloodaxe's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Bloodaxe lands with a thumping leg kick.
Harakka throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Bloodaxe on the side of the head.
Harakka slips a jab from Bloodaxe.
Harakka misses with a left hand
and Bloodaxe counters with a thumping low kick. #CL#
Harakka gets a clinch.
Bloodaxe wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe tries to break free but Harakka pushes him back against the cage.
Harakka misses with the head strike.
#BC2#
Bloodaxe escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Harakka moves into range and connects with a jab.
Harakka swings away with a body shot that misses
and Bloodaxe counters with a straight right hand.
Harakka just misses with a punch to the body.
Harakka tries a head kick but it misses.
Bloodaxe misses with a straight right.
Harakka steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe connects with a leg kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Harakka takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
#T1#
Good exchange - Harakka coming out on top.
Bloodaxe keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Harakka.
Bloodaxe lands with a hook. Harakka tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Nice straight punches there by Bloodaxe. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe lands a jab to the head.
Harakka on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Bloodaxe. Bloodaxe obviously looking to wear him down.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Bloodaxe, as that shot connected.
Harakka moves out of range as Bloodaxe strikes.
Bloodaxe chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Bloodaxe lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Harakka misses with a looping left.
Bloodaxe scores with a hook.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bloodaxe looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Bloodaxe tests Harakka's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Harakka connects with the punch.#T2#
Bloodaxe throws a leg kick which misses Harakka's front leg but catches the back leg as Harakka tries to avoid it.
Harakka walks into a left hand.
Bloodaxe avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Bloodaxe misses with a straight left.
Bloodaxe misses the jab.
Bloodaxe sizes up Harakka with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Harakka walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Bloodaxe avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Bloodaxe throws the left hand but Harakka avoids the punch easily.
Harakka throws a lazy uppercut
and Bloodaxe counters with a straight right hand.
Gunnar Bloodaxe seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Good work by Bloodaxe as he checks the leg kick.
Bloodaxe appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Harakka gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Bloodaxe throws a poor cross that misses
and Harakka counters with a nice body kick.
Bloodaxe chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Harakka can pounce on him.
#CL#
Harakka gets in close and instigates a clinch. #T3#
Bloodaxe has a couple of punches blocked by Harakka.
#BC2#
Bloodaxe breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Harakka scores with a head kick.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Harakka takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Some bone on bone action there as Bloodaxe checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Bloodaxe connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Harakka stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Harakka throws a big shot that misses.
Harakka keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe lands a lovely overhand right.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Bloodaxe 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 Harakka has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Harakka and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Bloodaxe checks a low kick from Harakka.
Harakka on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Harakka pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bloodaxe throws a nice inside leg kick.
Bloodaxe misses with an uppercut. Harakka saw that one coming.#T4##CL#
Harakka clinches.
Harakka fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#BC2#
Bloodaxe escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
A head kick by Harakka misses
and Bloodaxe counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Nice straight punches there by Harakka. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Harakka.
An inside leg kick lands from Bloodaxe.
A jab from Harakka finds it's way through Bloodaxe's defenses.
Harakka misses with a looping right.
Bloodaxe was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Harakka swings for the body but Bloodaxe moves out of range.
Bloodaxe swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
A nice leg kick from Bloodaxe, right into the meat of the thigh.
Bloodaxe scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Harakka takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Harakka scores with a jab.#ROC#Bloodaxe is rocked!
Harakka stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Bloodaxe.
Harakka jabbing away but nothing is landing.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Gunnar Bloodaxe showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Gunnar Bloodaxe's cut.
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#
Harakka keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Bloodaxe with the inside leg kick.
Bloodaxe lands with a right hand.
Harakka throws a head kick that misses.
Bloodaxe moves into range and connects with a jab.
Harakka looks to throw the jab but Bloodaxe is out of range.
Bloodaxe scores with a shot to the body.
Harakka thows a left - swing and a miss!
A little jabbing left from Bloodaxe on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Harakka misses with a straight left.
Bloodaxe keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Harakka.
Bloodaxe uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Harakka.
Bloodaxe feints a counter leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloodaxe connects with a crisp jab.
Harakka on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
A good leg kick by Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe throws a big shot that misses.
Harakka throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Bloodaxe counters with a nice low kick that buckles Harakka's knee momentarily.#T1#
Nice defenses there by Harakka.
Bloodaxe attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Bloodaxe tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Harakka is able to avoid easily.
Harakka pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Bloodaxe looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A cross from Bloodaxe lands.
Donk. Bloodaxe catches Harakka right on the button with a cross.
Nice uppercut lands for Bloodaxe. That snapped Harakka's head back.
Harakka tries to close the distance and clinch but Bloodaxe swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Harakka stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Harakkas jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Bloodaxe misses with a leg kick
and Harakka counters with a nice uppercut.
A slow jab from Harakka misses its intended target.
Jab, jab by Bloodaxe - just one landing.
Harakka ducks under a wild hook from Bloodaxe.
Harakka throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bloodaxe sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T2#
Harakka tries to clinch there but Bloodaxe circles away.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Harakka tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Bloodaxe scores with the left hand. Harakka knows he should have avoided that one.
Harakka closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Bloodaxe throws a lazy right hand but Harakka sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Harakka throws a low kick, looking for Bloodaxe's leg but Bloodaxe calmly moves out of range.
Harakka has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Harakka there as he acknowledges the shot.
Bloodaxe moves out of range of the body kick.
Harakka throws a lazy right hand but Bloodaxe sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bloodaxe lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Harakka throws a body shot but no joy.
Bloodaxe connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Harakka momentarily.
Harakka lands a leg kick that knocks Bloodaxe off balance momentarily.
Harakka with a hook.
A swing and a miss from Harakka.#T3#
Harakka misses with a looping right.
Bloodaxe tries a quick counter leg kick but Harakka is wise to it.
Bloodaxe throws a poor cross that misses
and Harakka counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bloodaxe throws a shot from downtown. Harakka moves away and avoids it.
Harakka swings away with a body shot that misses
and Bloodaxe counters with a thumping low kick.
Harakka throws an overhand right that lands on Bloodaxe's shoulder, as Bloodaxe tries to avoid the shot.
Bloodaxe misses with an uppercut. Harakka saw that one coming.
Harakka misses with a leg kick.
Harakka loads up on a big right hand but Bloodaxe slips the punch.
Bloodaxe connects with a leg kick.
Bloodaxe has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
A left lands for Harakka.
Harakka slips under a jab.
Bloodaxe scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
A solid leg kick lands there for Bloodaxe.
Harakka swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Bloodaxe scores with a slapping inside leg kick.#T4#
Harakka moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Harakka looks for the body kick but Bloodaxe saw that one coming.
Harakka throws a quick inside leg kick.
Harakka swings widly with a right hand
enabling Bloodaxe to counter with a crisp jab.
Harakka looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Bloodaxe lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Bloodaxe lands with a thumping leg kick.
Bloodaxe looks to throw the jab but Harakka is out of range.
Bloodaxe on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Harakka waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bloodaxe.
Harakka stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Bloodaxe.
Harakka throws a jab when Bloodaxe was well out of range.
Bloodaxe feints a counter leg kick.
Bloodaxe throws a leg kick but Harakka sees it coming and moves out of range.
Harakka throws a quick counter kick to the body but Bloodaxe avoids it.
Bloodaxe lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
And that's the end of the fight!
Gunnar Bloodaxe comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Bloodaxe 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 James Atkins scores the fight 28:29
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 28:29
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gunnar Bloodaxe!
During a confident post fight interview, Gunnar Bloodaxe thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
DMMA 82: Barboza vs Hightower
Date: Feb 12, 2022 |
#R1#
Nice sprawl there from Bloodaxe as Sisko shoots in.
Gunnar Bloodaxe seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bloodaxe keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Sisko.
Bloodaxe scores with a crisp jab that stopped Sisko in his tracks.
Bloodaxe misses with a straight left. #TD#
Sisko drives through with a takedown into guard.
Bloodaxe has control of Sisko's left arm, preventing Sisko from doing any damage.
Sisko loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sisko looking to pass the guard.
Sisko trying to control but Bloodaxe is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Sisko is really struggling to control Bloodaxe but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Sisko wants to pass the guard but Bloodaxe is keeping the position.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Bloodaxe avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Sisko wants to pass the guard but Bloodaxe is keeping the position.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Sisko throws a body punch but Bloodaxe moves out of range.
Sisko misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Sisko is looking to clinch but Bloodaxe is avoiding it.
#CL#
Sisko gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Sisko tries a body shot but Bloodaxe blocks it.
Bloodaxe wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Bloodaxe trying to stall but Sisko improves his position.
#T2#
Bloodaxe is working Sisko over against the cage.#BC2#
Bloodaxe's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Gunnar Bloodaxe is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Bloodaxe scores with a jab. Sisko acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Bloodaxe throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A telegraphed right hand from Bloodaxe misses the target.
Sisko chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Bloodaxe can pounce on him.
Sisko misses with a body shot.
An inside leg kick from Bloodaxe misses.
Bloodaxe slaps away a takedown attempt from Sisko, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Bloodaxe keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bloodaxe only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Bloodaxe dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Sisko. That did some damage!
Sisko throws a big shot that misses.
A big left from Sisko misses.
Sisko misses with an uppercut. Bloodaxe saw that one coming.
Bloodaxe tests Sisko's chin there with a solid looking shot.#T3#
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Sisko, as that shot connected.
Bloodaxe missing with a left hand there. Sisko was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Sisko slips a jab from Bloodaxe.
A slow jab from Sisko misses its intended target.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Bloodaxe! But no joy.
Sisko throws a looping overhand right but Bloodaxe ducks down to avoid it.
A slow jab from Bloodaxe misses its intended target.
Sisko tries to clinch up but Bloodaxe circles away and keeps his distance.
A little jabbing left from Bloodaxe on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Bloodaxe throws a leg kick but Sisko sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Bloodaxe moves out of range of the strikes.
Sisko scores with a jab. Bloodaxe acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #TD#
Sisko gets a double leg takedown into Bloodaxe's guard.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Sisko's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Sisko lands a couple of elbows.#T4#
Sisko throws an elbow that misses. Bloodaxe uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Sisko's guard. Nice move by Bloodaxe!#REVB#
Sisko 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.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sisko tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Bloodaxe wants to control from the top but Sisko keeps moving. #SUB#
Sisko looking for a guillotine here but Bloodaxe defends easily.
Sisko bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Bloodaxe's guard. #REVR#
Sisko trying to move into half guard but instead Bloodaxe has managed to sweep!#REVB#
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 Benjamin Sisko will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Sisko chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Bloodaxe can pounce on him.
Sisko misses the shot to the body.
A solid leg kick lands there for Bloodaxe.
Sisko avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Bloodaxe misses with a straight left.
Bloodaxe slips a straight right by Sisko.
Bloodaxe fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Sisko has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Sisko with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Bloodaxe throws a jab but it's blocked by Sisko.
An attempted straight right counter from Sisko misses the target.
Sisko misses with a straight left.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloodaxe lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
A slow jab from Bloodaxe misses its intended target.
Bloodaxe misses with an uppercut.
Bloodaxe circles away from the clinch attempt.
Bloodaxe looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Bloodaxe scores with a nice right hand.
#T1#
Nice uppercut lands for Sisko. That snapped Bloodaxe's head back.
Bloodaxe lands a nice shot that snaps Sisko's head back.
Bloodaxe steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Sisko.
Bloodaxe looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Bloodaxe motions for Sisko to come forward. Bloodaxe throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Bloodaxe connects with an inside leg kick.
Bloodaxe keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Bloodaxe looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Bloodaxe throws a looping overhand right but Sisko ducks down to avoid it.
Sisko tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bloodaxe was well out of range. Poor timing from Sisko.
Bloodaxe takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Bloodaxe throws a front kick aimed at Sisko's knee but Sisko avoids it well.
Sisko lands a jab.
Bloodaxe swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Sisko.#T2#
Sisko swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bloodaxe misses with a low kick.
Bloodaxe dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Sisko. That did some damage!
Bloodaxe fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sisko bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bloodaxe moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#TD#
Sisko darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Sisko trying to control the action but Bloodaxe is working from the bottom.
Sisko thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Bloodaxe's head.
Sisko is just content to waste time from the top position. Bloodaxe takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard. #T3#
Bloodaxe working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Sisko.
Sisko working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Bloodaxe is trying to keep Sisko in close.
Sisko stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Bloodaxe swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Sisko with a flurry of punches that miss.
Sisko throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Sisko pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Bloodaxe is keeping the position for now. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Bloodaxe utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Bloodaxe throws a poor cross that misses
and Sisko counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Bloodaxe wants to land a leg kick but Sisko is out of range.
An attempted straight right counter from Sisko misses the target.#TD#
Sisko closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Bloodaxe to the mat! Bloodaxe manages to get full guard.
Sisko lands a couple of decent looking shots.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sisko trying to control but Bloodaxe is working from the bottom.
Sisko content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Gunnar Bloodaxe will probably get the nod - 10:9.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Bloodaxe uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Sisko.
Bloodaxe throws out a counter right but Sisko avoids it with no problem.
Bloodaxe slips a straight right by Sisko.
Sisko throws a hook but Bloodaxe blocks it.
Sisko looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Bloodaxe throws a lazy right hand but Sisko sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Sisko throws a body shot but no joy.
Bloodaxe lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Sisko throws a leg kick but Bloodaxe moved away.
Bloodaxe steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Sisko.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sisko tries to clinch up but Bloodaxe circles away and keeps his distance.
Bloodaxe uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Sisko.
Sisko takes one on the button.
A nice leg kick lands there from Bloodaxe.
Sisko dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T1#
Sisko moves to clinch but Bloodaxe breaks away
and Bloodaxe counters with a nice leg kick.
A lazy left from Bloodaxe finds it's target.
Sisko tries to clinch there but Bloodaxe circles away.
Bloodaxe ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sisko moves away.
Sisko slips under a jab.
Sisko is looking to counter punch.
Bloodaxe lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Nice cross by Bloodaxe.
Jab by Sisko.
Sisko is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Bloodaxe with a nice calf kick.
Bloodaxe steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Sisko.
Bloodaxe feints a counter leg kick.
Bloodaxe thumps Sisko with a low kick.
Sisko misses with a body shot.
#T2#
Bloodaxe lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Sisko ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bloodaxe moves away.
Sisko looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Sisko ducks under a wild hook from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bloodaxe throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Sisko makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Sisko misses the shot to the body.
A little jabbing left from Bloodaxe on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Bloodaxe scoring well with a low kick there.
Bloodaxe attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Sisko checks a leg kick.
It looked like Sisko wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Nice uppercut lands for Bloodaxe. That snapped Sisko's head back.
Sisko ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bloodaxe moves away.
Bloodaxe appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Sisko pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Sisko is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T3#
Sisko is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe throws a low kick but Sisko moves out of range easily.
Bloodaxe avoids the body shot from Sisko.
Sisko avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Bloodaxe throws a jab when Sisko was well out of range.
Bloodaxe wants to slow Sisko down by chopping away at his legs.
Sisko dives in for a single leg takedown but Bloodaxe sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Sisko fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#BC2#
Bloodaxe breaks the clinch.
Bloodaxe connects with a leg kick.
A slow jab from Bloodaxe misses its intended target.
Sisko throws a body shot but no joy.
Bloodaxe fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Bloodaxe tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.#CL#
Sisko forces Bloodaxe back against the cage and clinches.#T4#
Sisko misses with a body punch.
Bloodaxe misses with a punch on the inside.
Sisko lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.#BC2#
Bloodaxe breaks from the clinch.
Sisko avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Sisko tries to clinch but Bloodaxe moves out of range.
Bloodaxe avoids the body shot from Sisko.
Sisko tries to clinch there but Bloodaxe circles away.
Bloodaxe swings widly with a right hand
and Bloodaxe takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
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 punch combination from Sisko misses.
Sisko misses the shot to the body. #TD#
Sisko shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Bloodaxe is trying to defend but Sisko finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Sisko lands a nice short elbow.
And that's the end of the fight!
Gunnar Bloodaxe comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Bloodaxe 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 Sam Margolis scores the fight 27:30
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 28:29
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gunnar Bloodaxe!
During a confident post fight interview, Gunnar Bloodaxe thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
DMMA 70: Andrianakis v Johnson
Date: Dec 26, 2021 |
#R1#
Bloodaxe tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Lehto manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Bloodaxe wants to slow Lehto down by chopping away at his legs. #CL#
Bloodaxe moves into range and clinches up with Lehto.
Bloodaxe effectively controlling the action here.
Bloodaxe lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Bloodaxe dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Lehto misses with a knee to the head.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Lehto obliges.
Lehto tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Bloodaxe lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Lehto backwards.
Lehto throws a knee to the head but misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloodaxe blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Bloodaxe stalling.
Lehto with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head. #CUT2#It looks like Gunnar Bloodaxe has been cut.
Bloodaxe goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
#BC#
Bloodaxe manages to break the clinch.
Lehto looks for the body kick but Bloodaxe saw that one coming. #T1#
Bloodaxe fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lehto manages to avoid it.
Lehto throws a push kick but Bloodaxe slaps the foot to one side.
Bloodaxe is looking to counter the offense by Lehto and move into the clinch.
Bloodaxe throws a body shot but no joy.
Bloodaxe missing with a left hand there. Lehto was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Tatu Lehto seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bloodaxe moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Lehto misses with a head kick.
Bloodaxe 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.
Bloodaxe throws a front kick aimed at Lehto's knee but Lehto avoids it well.
Bloodaxe tries a head kick but it misses.
Bloodaxe tries to clinch but Lehto moves out of range.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Bloodaxe checks a leg kick.
Lehto lands a nice looking kick to the body. Bloodaxe takes a step back to recover. #T2#
Bloodaxe misses with a looping right.
Bloodaxe misses with a body shot.
Bloodaxe cracks a nice hook into Lehto's ribs.
Bloodaxe takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Lehto throws a half hearted mid kick.
Lehto misses with a low kick.
Bloodaxe tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Lehto paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Bloodaxe throws a nice looking combination but Lehto bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lehto attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Bloodaxe is looking to counter punch.
Lehto keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Lehto wants to slow Bloodaxe down by chopping away at his legs. #T3#
Lehto swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Bloodaxe was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Lehto throws a wild body kick that Bloodaxe sees coming a mile off.
Bloodaxe buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Lehto scores with a push kick.
Lehto takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Bloodaxe throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Lehto.
Bloodaxe thuds a left hand into Lehto's body.
Bloodaxe throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Lehto throws a leg kick
and Bloodaxe counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Bloodaxe cracks Lehto with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.#T4#
A telegraphed right hand from Bloodaxe misses the target.
Lehto goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bloodaxe throws the left hand but Lehto avoids the punch easily.
Lehto tries to land a body kick
and Bloodaxe counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Lehto throws a leg kick but Bloodaxe sees it coming and moves out of range.
Bloodaxe throws a quick counter head kick but Lehto was just out of range.
Lehto throws a low kick, looking for Bloodaxe's leg but Bloodaxe calmly moves out of range.
Lehto throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Bloodaxe connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A slapping leg kick lands for Lehto.
Lehto lands a nice leg kick that just misses Bloodaxe's sensitive parts.
Lehto finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Bloodaxe misses with a low kick as Lehto jumps back.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Gunnar Bloodaxe dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Gunnar Bloodaxe's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Lehto throws a lazy body kick
and Bloodaxe connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bloodaxe connects with an inside leg kick.
Lehto throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Bloodaxe fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Lehto pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Lehto looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Bloodaxe misses with a leg kick.
And Lehto responds with a good body kick, but Bloodaxe manages to step out the way in time.
Bloodaxe cracks Lehto with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lehto throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Bloodaxe misses with an uppercut. Lehto saw that one coming.
Lehto buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
#T1#
Lehto throws a leg kick that is checked
and Bloodaxe counters with a low kick, right behind Lehto 's knee.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Lehto - that will leave a mark!
Lehto keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bloodaxe throws a head kick that half lands.
Bloodaxe lands a nice looking body shot.
Bloodaxe with a hook.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Lehto.
Lehto misses with a body kick.
Lehto throws a chopping leg kick but Bloodaxe manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Bloodaxe throws a body punch but Lehto moves out of range. #T2#
Lehto slips a straight right by Bloodaxe.
Lehto misses with a body kick.
Bloodaxe scores with a leg kick.
Lehto moves out of range of the leg kick from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe lands a jab to the nose.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bloodaxe just misses with a punch to the body.
Bloodaxe scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Bloodaxe throws a quick inside leg kick.
Bloodaxe feints and then cracks Lehto's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Lehto down.
Lehto wants to land a leg kick but Bloodaxe is out of range.
Bloodaxe lands a slapping body shot.
#T3#
An inside leg kick lands from Bloodaxe.
A big left from Bloodaxe misses.
Lehto's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
An inside leg kick lands from Lehto.
Lehto moves out of range of the strikes.
Lehto is looking to score with low kicks.
Bloodaxe misses with an uppercut.
A head kick misses from Lehto.
Bloodaxe is looking to counter the offense by Lehto and move into the clinch.
Lehto misses with a body kick.#CL#
Bloodaxe darts in and clinches Lehto up against the cage.
A nice right hand lands inside from Bloodaxe.
Lehto tries to land knees in the clinch but Bloodaxe avoids the damage to the body. #T4#
Bloodaxe lands a shoulder strike.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe pushes Lehto back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Lehto throws a knee to the head but misses.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Lehto tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Lehto with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Bloodaxe misses with a punch on the inside.
Lehto tries a knee to the head but Bloodaxe blocks it.
Bloodaxe pushes Lehto back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Lehto trying to land knees to the body.
Bloodaxe is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lehto can do to turn this around?
Bloodaxe avoiding damage as Lehto throws knees to the body.
Bloodaxe manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Bloodaxe makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Bloodaxe misses with a punch to the body.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Bloodaxe.
Lehto throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Bloodaxe blocks it with crossed arms.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Gunnar Bloodaxe dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Gunnar Bloodaxe's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
A chopping leg kick lands by Bloodaxe.
Lehto gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Bloodaxe.
Lehto pulls out of a head kick attempt.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Bloodaxe checks a leg kick.
Bloodaxe throws a right hand that misses
and Lehto counters with an outside leg kick.
Bloodaxe throws a big shot that misses.
Bloodaxe misses with a left hand
and Lehto counters with a nice body kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lehto misses with a kick to the body
and Bloodaxe cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bloodaxe avoids the head kick by Lehto.
Bloodaxe moves out of range of the body kick.
Gunnar Bloodaxe is winning the standup battle so far.
Lehto throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.#T1#
Nice jab there from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe missing with a left hand there. Lehto was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #KD#
Bloodaxe feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Lehto sprawling to the canvas! Lehto rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Bloodaxe finish him?!
#ROC#Lehto is rocked!
Bloodaxe avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Lehto is still on wobbly legs! Can Bloodaxe finish him?
Lehto throws a head kick that misses
and Bloodaxe counters with a big right hand! Oh Lehto is in trouble here! Bloodaxe follows up with more strikes and that's it! The ref has stopped it!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:33 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Gunnar Bloodaxe!
A very excited looking Gunnar Bloodaxe 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.
Tatu Lehto was interviewed post fight and said 'Vandamnit! '. |
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Event:
DMMA 61: Luciano v Andrianakis
Date: Nov 27, 2021 |
#R1#
Bloodaxe connects with a right hand. Einarsson shakes it off.#CL2#
Einarsson darts in and clinches Bloodaxe up against the cage.
Bloodaxe 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.
Einarsson tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Bloodaxe lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A short right from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe tries to stall but Einarsson uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Einarsson tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Bloodaxe smiles and moves away.
#CL2#
Einarsson fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Bloodaxe, pushing him back against the cage.
Einarsson jumps guard but Bloodaxe turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Gunnar Bloodaxe has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Frostulf Einarsson.
Bloodaxe misses with a punch to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloodaxe scores with a shot to the side of Einarsson's head.
A short body shot lands from Bloodaxe as the two fighters clinch.
Bloodaxe trying to control the position but instead, Einarsson has worked for underhooks and has pushed Bloodaxe into the cage.
Einarsson tries to pull guard but Bloodaxe won't allow it.
Bloodaxe swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Bloodaxe tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Einarsson's elbow. #T1#
Einarsson is trying to pull guard but Bloodaxe turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Bloodaxe lands a right hand.
Einarsson tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Bloodaxe smiles and moves away.
#CL2#
Einarsson forces Bloodaxe back against the cage and clinches.
Einarsson is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Bloodaxe to keep the fight standing.
Einarsson tries to pull guard but Bloodaxe forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Bloodaxe lands a nice shot to the body.
Bloodaxe misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Einarsson is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Bloodaxe to keep the fight standing.
Bloodaxe lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Einarsson backwards.
Einarsson tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Bloodaxe smiles and moves away.
Einarsson wants to clinch.#T2#
Bloodaxe looks to land a combination but Einarsson avoids it well.
Einarsson moves away from the strike by Bloodaxe.
Einarsson steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe misses with a low kick.
Bloodaxe throws a right and a left that both miss.
Bloodaxe misses with a looping left.
Bloodaxe misses with a lunging right hand
#CL2#
and Einarsson counters into the clinch. Nicely done. #TD2#
Einarsson drags the fight down to the ground.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Einarsson wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Einarsson wants to improve his position but instead Bloodaxe has moved into half guard.
#T3#
Einarsson is trying to maintain the position but Bloodaxe is very close to passing his half guard.
Einarsson tries to roll over but Bloodaxe keeps him under control.
Einarsson trying to control from the bottom.
#SUB2#
Einarsson looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#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.
Einarsson moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Bloodaxe wants to stand and escape but instead Einarsson has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVB#
Bloodaxe trying to control the position.
Einarsson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bloodaxe keeping moving, preventing Einarsson from controlling successfully.
Einarsson won't allow Bloodaxe to sweep him here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Gunnar Bloodaxe 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#
Einarsson tries to clinch but Bloodaxe is having none of it.
Bloodaxe was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Bloodaxe misses the shot to the body.
Bloodaxe connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Einarsson's hands.
Einarsson tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Bloodaxe fires out a quick counter leg kick but Einarsson just manages to avoid it.
Bloodaxe looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
#CL2#
Einarsson gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Einarsson jumps guard but Bloodaxe stands there with Einarsson around his waist. Einarsson gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Einarsson jumps guard but Bloodaxe stands there with Einarsson around his waist. Einarsson gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloodaxe misses with a punch on the inside.
Einarsson fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Gunnar Bloodaxe has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Frostulf Einarsson.
Einarsson jumps guard but Bloodaxe stands there with Einarsson around his waist. Einarsson gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Gunnar Bloodaxe has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Einarsson fails to pull guard.
#T1#
Einarsson jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Bloodaxe walks away with a smile on his face. Einarsson gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Bloodaxe throws a good cross that connects.
#CUT#It looks like Frostulf Einarsson has been cut.
Einarsson is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Bloodaxe seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Einarsson is looking to clinch.
Bloodaxe stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Bloodaxe thows a left - swing and a miss!
Einarsson wants to clinch.#CL#
Bloodaxe drives through and clinches with Einarsson against the cage.
#T2#
Einarsson tries to pull guard but Bloodaxe forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Bloodaxe lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Bloodaxe scores with an uppercut up the middle.#TD2#
Einarsson jumps into guard, dragging Bloodaxe to the mat.
Bloodaxe wants to control from the top but Einarsson keeps moving. #SUB2#
Einarsson is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Bloodaxe looking to pass the guard.
Einarsson controls Bloodaxe momentarily but Bloodaxe frees himself. #T3#
Bloodaxe is looking to stand up but Einarsson won't let him. #SUB2#
Einarsson is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Bloodaxe defends well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Einarsson is trying to control the position but Bloodaxe postures up. #SUB2#
Einarsson throws his legs up looking for a submission but Bloodaxe uses it to pass to side control.
Bloodaxe remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while.
Einarsson tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Bloodaxe presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount! #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.
Einarsson tries to hold on but Bloodaxe pushes him away.
Bloodaxe looking to control and managing it successfully.
Einarsson is looking to get to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bloodaxe is looking to stand but Einarsson has his arms wrapped tightly around him, looking to prevent the damage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Gunnar Bloodaxe dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Frostulf Einarsson'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#
Bloodaxe jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Einarsson tries to clinch up
and Bloodaxe counters with a straight right hand.
Einarsson darts in trying to clinch
and Bloodaxe counters with a stiff right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloodaxe throws out a leg kick but Einarsson moves out of range and Bloodaxe only half commits.
Einarsson wants to counter with a clinch but Bloodaxe pushes him away.
Einarsson wants to clinch up but Bloodaxe keeps it at a distance.#CL2#
Einarsson moves into the clinch.#T1#
Bloodaxe tries to throw a body punch but Einarsson avoids it by throwing Bloodaxe back against the cage.
Einarsson tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Bloodaxe just stands there and leans against the cage.
Einarsson tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Einarsson prevents a body shot from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Einarsson tries to pull guard but Bloodaxe holds him up against the cage and eventually Einarsson drops back down to his feet.
Gunnar Bloodaxe has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Frostulf Einarsson.
Einarsson fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Einarsson is trying to pull guard but Bloodaxe has him pressed against the cage.
Einarsson fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Bloodaxe digs a right hand underneath Einarsson's ribcage. Einarsson let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Einarsson takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Bloodaxe lands with a short shot to the head.
Bloodaxe is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Einarsson can do to turn this around?
A body shot lands from Bloodaxe.
A left hand lands to the body for Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe lands an uppercut.
Bloodaxe pushes Einarsson back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Bloodaxe lands a body punch in the clinch.
Bloodaxe is trying to maintain a safe position but Einarsson gets an underhook and turns Bloodaxe into the cage.
Bloodaxe working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Bloodaxe softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bloodaxe digs a right hand into Einarsson's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Einarsson's gas tank. #T2#
Einarsson's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Bloodaxe digs a right hand underneath Einarsson's ribcage. Einarsson let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Bloodaxe lands a body shot in the clinch.
Bloodaxe lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Einarsson backwards.
A right hook to the body lands for Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe misses with a hook to the ribs.
Bloodaxe throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Einarssons head.
Einarsson fails to pull guard.
Bloodaxe lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Bloodaxe scores with a shot to the side of Einarsson's head.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Bloodaxe struggles to land a body shot inside as Einarsson controls his hands.
Bloodaxe softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Bloodaxe lands an uppercut.
Come on Bloodaxe - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Bloodaxe lands a nice uppercut.
Einarsson tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Bloodaxe smiles and moves away.
#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#T3#
Einarsson is trying to pull guard but Bloodaxe has him pressed against the cage.
Bloodaxe taking a breather.
Bloodaxe lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Bloodaxe lands with a short shot to the head.
Bloodaxe gets through Einarsson's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Einarsson tries to pull guard but Bloodaxe forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Gunnar Bloodaxe is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Einarsson jumps guard but Bloodaxe turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Einarsson tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Bloodaxe smiles and moves away.
Einarsson stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Bloodaxe.
Einarsson closes the distance looking to clinch
and Bloodaxe counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T4#
Einarsson tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Bloodaxe manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
A solid leg kick lands there for Bloodaxe.
#CL#
Bloodaxe has Einarsson up against the cage in a clinch.
Einarsson has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Bloodaxe seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Einarsson can turn it around.#TD2#
Einarsson jumps guard.
Frostulf Einarsson has got the better of the ground game so far.
Bloodaxe is stalling in the full guard.
Einarsson keeping full guard, as Bloodaxe tries to pass.
And that's the end of the fight!
Gunnar Bloodaxe showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Bloodaxe, 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 Glass scores the fight 30:27
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 30:26
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 30:26
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gunnar Bloodaxe!
A victorious Gunnar Bloodaxe 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:
DMMA 53: Tucker vs Nicoletta
Date: Oct 23, 2021 |
#R1#
Navarro lands a lovely overhand right.
Navarro misses the shot to the body.
Navarro rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bloodaxe counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Bloodaxe getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Navarro just misses with a punch to the body.
Navarro throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Bloodaxe throws a lazy right hand but Navarro sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Navarro let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Navarro misses with a low kick.
Bloodaxe was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Nice uppercut there from Bloodaxe.
Navarro misses with an uppercut
letting Bloodaxe counter with a right hand.
Navarro lands a nice shot that snaps Bloodaxe's head back.
Bloodaxe blocks a jab.
An attempted straight right counter from Bloodaxe misses the target.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Navarro fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Bloodaxe lands with a thumping leg kick.
Navarro looks for the body kick but Bloodaxe saw that one coming. #T1#
Bloodaxe tries to clinch but Navarro moves out of range.
Bloodaxe tries to clinch but Navarro is having none of it.
Navarro throws a leg kick that misses.
Navarro tries to land a leg kick but Bloodaxe saw it coming and moves away.
Navarro with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Navarro tried to score with a low kick but Bloodaxe checks it.
Bloodaxe takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Bloodaxe takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Navarro ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Navarro throws out a loose jab but Bloodaxe uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bloodaxe uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Navarro.
Navarro scores with a hook.
Bloodaxe slips under a jab.#T2#
Bloodaxe turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Navarro throws a nice outside leg kick.
Navarro lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.#CL2#
Navarro closes the distance and pushes Bloodaxe back into the cage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bloodaxe trying to stall but Navarro improves his position.
Navarro swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Navarro blocks an uppercut.
Navarro misses with a shot to the kidneys.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bloodaxe.
Navarro blocks a body shot from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Navarro's elbow.
Navarro digs a right hand into Bloodaxe's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Bloodaxe's gas tank.
Bloodaxe tries to work over Navarro's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Navarro is working Bloodaxe over against the cage.
Navarro misses with a punch to the body.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bloodaxe.
Navarro is leaning against Bloodaxe and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Good body shot from Navarro.
#T3#
A short left from Navarro.
Navarro lands with a left to the head.
Navarro lands a hook that snaps the head of Bloodaxe backwards.
Navarro working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Navarro goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Navarro tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Navarro lands a right hand that snaps the head of Bloodaxe backwards.
Bloodaxe misses with a body punch.
Navarro scores with a shoulder strike.
Navarro has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Bloodaxe seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Navarro can turn it around.
A short right from Navarro.
Bloodaxe blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Navarro misses with a hook to the ribs.
Bloodaxe tries to work over Navarro's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Bloodaxe misses with the head strike.
Navarro lands a left hand that snaps the head of Bloodaxe backwards.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Navarro tries to throw a body punch but Bloodaxe avoids it by throwing Navarro back against the cage. #BC2#
Navarro breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Navarro misses with a body kick.
Navarro just misses with a punch to the body.
Bloodaxe swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#T4#
Bloodaxe moves out of range of the strikes.
Navarro drops his hands momentarily and Bloodaxe takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Bloodaxe throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Navarro sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Navarro misses with a hook to the body
and Navarro takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Navarro connects with a body shot that sends Bloodaxe's belly button to the back.
Navarro with a nice calf kick.
Bloodaxe jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Jimmy Navarro seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bloodaxe feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Navarros jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Bloodaxe scores with a jab. Navarro acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #CL2#
Navarro has Bloodaxe up against the cage in a clinch.
Bloodaxe lands with a left to the head. #BC2#
Navarro escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jimmy Navarro dominated that round.
That's time! Bloodaxe's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Navarro takes a swing at Bloodaxe's ribcage but misses.
Navarro fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bloodaxe manages to avoid it.#CL2#
Navarro moves into the clinch successfully.
Jimmy Navarro seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Bloodaxe blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Bloodaxe lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Navarro makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Navarro stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Bloodaxe doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Navarro misses with a hook to the ribs.
Navarro misses with a punch on the inside.
Bloodaxe trying to stall but Navarro improves his position.
Bloodaxe dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloodaxe misses with a punch to the body.
Navarro blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Bloodaxe prevents Navarro from breaking the clinch.
Navarro can't find room to land a body shot as Bloodaxe controls the action.
Bloodaxe tries to throw a body punch but Navarro avoids it by throwing Bloodaxe back against the cage. #BC2#
Navarro pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T1#
Bloodaxe slips under a jab from Navarro.
Navarro misses with a hook
and Bloodaxe counters with a low kick, right behind Navarro 's knee.
A shot to the liver by Navarro. Beautiful body shot.
Nice defenses there by Navarro.
Navarro thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bloodaxe is looking to counter punch.
A punch lands to the side of Bloodaxe 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Navarro stuns Bloodaxe with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Navarro ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
A looping hook to the body misses from Navarro. Bloodaxe does a little dance to reset his feet.
Navarro scores with a nice head shot.
A jab lands there for Navarro.
Bloodaxe misses the jab.#T2#
Navarro throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bloodaxe ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Navarro throws a poor cross that misses
and Bloodaxe cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Navarro rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bloodaxe makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Navarro really felt that one!
Bloodaxe ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bloodaxe takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Navarro wants to clinch up but Bloodaxe keeps it at a distance.
Bloodaxe keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Navarro.
Bloodaxe is looking to counter punch.
Bloodaxe tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Navarro paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Navarro takes a swing at Bloodaxe's ribcage but misses.
Navarro throws a right hand that misses
and Bloodaxe counters with a thumping low kick.
Navarro cracks Bloodaxe with a right hand to the side of the head.#T3#
Navarro tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Good standup being displayed there by Navarro as he connects with a hook.
Bloodaxe takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Bloodaxe uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Navarro.
Bloodaxe throwing a counter right hand but Navarro manages to avoid it.
Navarro misses with a hook
and Bloodaxe counters with a two punch combo.
Bloodaxe uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Navarro.
A looping hook to the body misses from Navarro. Bloodaxe does a little dance to reset his feet.
As Navarro backs away, Bloodaxe returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Navarro doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Navarro misses with a hook.
It looked like Bloodaxe wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Bloodaxe misses with a kick to the body
and Navarro connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Navarro throws a right hand that misses
and Bloodaxe counters with a nice body shot.
Bloodaxe throws a low kick, looking for Navarro's leg but Navarro calmly moves out of range. #T4#
Navarro looks to score with a jab to the body but Bloodaxe is just out of range.
Bloodaxe tried to counter with a leg kick but Navarro avoided it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Navarro clobbers Bloodaxe with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Bloodaxe checks a leg kick.
Bloodaxe appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Jimmy Navarro seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Navarro tries a low kick but Bloodaxe avoids it.
A little feinted left hand from Bloodaxe on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Bloodaxe moves away from the strike by Navarro.
A little feinted left hand from Bloodaxe on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Bloodaxe checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Navarro ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bloodaxe moves away.
Bloodaxe misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Navarro.
Navarro thuds his right hand into Bloodaxe's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Navarro digs a good hook to Bloodaxe's body.
Navarro swings away with a body shot that misses
and Navarro takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Navarro misses with a hook
and Bloodaxe counters with a slapping leg kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jimmy Navarro showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Navarro throws a hook but Bloodaxe blocks it.
Navarro connects with a jab.
Bloodaxe takes a swing at Navarro's ribcage but misses.
Navarro follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Bloodaxe seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Navarro misses the body punch
and Bloodaxe counters with a right hand to the body.
Navarro misses with a body shot.
Bloodaxe throws a leg kick
and Navarro connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bloodaxe keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Navarro.
Bloodaxe 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloodaxe throws a lazy uppercut
and Navarro counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Good standup being displayed there by Navarro as he connects with a hook.
Bloodaxe works Navarro's body with a nice hook.
Navarro has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Bloodaxe tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Navarro was well out of range. Poor timing from Bloodaxe.#T1#
Bloodaxe wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Bloodaxe tries to close the distance and clinch up but Navarro swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Bloodaxe scores with a jab. Navarro acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Navarro throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bloodaxe appears to be looking for a big counter.
Navarro slips a jab from Bloodaxe.
Nice body punch from Navarro.
Bloodaxe is looking to slow Navarro down with leg kicks.
Navarro scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Bloodaxe is looking to score with low kicks.
Navarro throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Navarro rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Bloodaxe moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Navarro works Bloodaxe's body with a nice hook.
Gunnar Bloodaxe has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Navarro throws an overhand right that lands on Bloodaxe's shoulder, as Bloodaxe tries to avoid the shot.
Navarro looks to throw the jab but Bloodaxe is out of range.
Navarro lands a nice shot to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Navarro throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
As Navarro tries to get set, Bloodaxe tries to push him back and clinch up but Navarro manages to avoid the attempt.
Nice shot by Navarro.
Bloodaxe with a nice calf kick.
Navarro scores with the left hand. Bloodaxe knows he should have avoided that one.
Bloodaxe lands a leg kick that knocks Navarro off balance momentarily.
Bloodaxe scores with a hook.
Bloodaxe looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Bloodaxe throws a hook but Navarro blocks it.
Navarro misses with a leg kick
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Bloodaxe throws a low kick but Navarro moves out of range easily. #T3#
Bloodaxe misses the shot to the body.
Navarro tries a quick counter leg kick but Bloodaxe is wise to it.
Bloodaxe takes one on the button.
Bloodaxe walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Navarro circles away from the clinch attempt.
Bloodaxe throws a hook but Navarro blocks it.
Navarro connects with a good right hand that stumbles Bloodaxe. Bloodaxe circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Navarro misses with a straight left.
Navarro throws a body shot but no joy.
Navarro swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Bloodaxe uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Navarro.
Navarro looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Bloodaxe is looking to counter punch.#T4#
Bloodaxe misses with a hook.
Navarro tests Bloodaxe's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Navarro looks to land a combination but Bloodaxe avoids it well.
Navarro just misses with a punch to the body.
Navarro lands with a nice body kick.
Navarro throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jimmy Navarro is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Navarro ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bloodaxe moves away.
This has been an exciting period of action!
The fight stays on the outside here - Bloodaxe looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Navarro throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bloodaxe misses with a straight left.
Navarro swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Bloodaxe takes one on the button.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jimmy Navarro comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Navarro 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 James Ackerman scores the fight 27:30
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 27:30
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jimmy Navarro! |
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Event:
DMMA 43: Thermometer v Luciano
Date: Sep 11, 2021 |
#R1#
Bloodaxe throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Bloodaxe lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Bloodaxe scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Bloodaxe throws a sloppy head kick and Nassau moves out of range easily.
Nassau unleashes a big counter combination but Bloodaxe bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Bloodaxe fails with an attempt to clinch.
Nassau throws a nice looking combination but Bloodaxe bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Bloodaxe looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Bloodaxe scores with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nassau avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
A jab lands there for Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe lands a really nice looking cross but Nassau seems unphased.
#T1#
Nassau looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Bloodaxe throwing a counter right hand but Nassau manages to avoid it.
Bloodaxe misses with a few strikes there.
Nassau tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Bloodaxe manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Bloodaxe wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Bloodaxe scores with a hook.
Bloodaxe seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Nassau misses with a body shot
and Nassau takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Nassau throws a looping overhand right but Bloodaxe ducks down to avoid it.
Bloodaxe looks to land a right hand but Nassau moved out of range.
Bloodaxe lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Bloodaxe.#T2#
Nassau tries to close the distance and clinch up but Bloodaxe swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Bloodaxe is looking to counter the offense by Nassau and move into the clinch.
Bloodaxe steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Nassau.
Nassau tries to clinch there but Bloodaxe circles away.
As Nassau looks to move away, Bloodaxe throws a big counter combo but Nassau just gets out of the way.
Bloodaxe throws a head kick that half lands.
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!
Bloodaxe tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Nassau paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Nassau bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Bloodaxe's head backwards.
Bloodaxe lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Bloodaxe avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Bloodaxe connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#T3#
Bloodaxe lands a nice shot to the body.
Nassau takes one on the button.
Nassau slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
A big right from Nassau misses.
Bloodaxe swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Nassau misses with a left hand
and Bloodaxe connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bloodaxe tries to land a front kick but Nassau steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Bloodaxe keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Nassau darts in trying to clinch
and Bloodaxe counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T4#
The fighters circling - Nassau throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Bloodaxe showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Nassau.
Bloodaxe was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Nassau lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Nassau.
Bloodaxe is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bloodaxe uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Nassau.
As Nassau looks to move away, Bloodaxe throws a big counter combo but Nassau just gets out of the way.
Nassau misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bloodaxe.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Gunnar Bloodaxe dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Nassau misses the shot to the body.
Donk. Bloodaxe catches Nassau right on the button with a cross.
Nassau throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bloodaxe sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bloodaxe throws a body punch but Nassau moves out of range.
Bloodaxe keeps the fight on the outside.
Nassau tries to close the distance and clinch up but Bloodaxe swats him away and circles back towards the center.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Nassau darts in and clinches Bloodaxe up against the cage.
Bloodaxe doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Nassau misses with a hook to the ribs.
#T1#
Nassau lands a right hand.
Bloodaxe makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Nassau misses with a hook to the ribs.
Nassau throws a punch but it's blocked by Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe leaning against his opponent.
Bloodaxe tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Nassau's elbow.
Bloodaxe misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Nassau misses with the head strike.
Bloodaxe tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Bloodaxe pushes Nassau back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
A hook to the body from Nassau.
Nassau tries a body shot but Bloodaxe blocks it.
Bloodaxe tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Bloodaxe blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Bloodaxe throws a head punch that misses.
Nassau misses with the head strike.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Bloodaxe misses with a punch to the body.
Nassau tries to work over Bloodaxe's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Bloodaxe lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #BC2#
Nassau's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T2#
Bloodaxe bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bloodaxe keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A swing and a miss from Nassau.
Nassau loads up on a big right hand but Bloodaxe slips the punch.
Bloodaxe is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Nassau looks to throw the jab but Bloodaxe is out of range.
Bloodaxe is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Nassau can do to turn this around?
Nassau misses with a jab, cross combination.
Bloodaxe throws a mid kick that lands with a slap. #T3#
Nassau lands a jab to the nose.
A decent looking cross lands there for Bloodaxe.
Nassau throws a combination that misses
enabling Bloodaxe to counter with a crisp jab.
The fight stays on the outside here - Nassau looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#KD#
Bloodaxe moves into range and throws a big uppercut. OH! Nassau goes down! Can Bloodaxe finish him!?#CUT#It looks like Narayan Nassau has been cut.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bloodaxe loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Nassau holds on and takes a little breather. #T4#
Bloodaxe throws a big elbow that misses.
Bloodaxe throwing strikes from guard but Nassau blocks nicely.
Nassau is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Bloodaxe with a flurry of punches that miss.
Bloodaxe is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Bloodaxe with a flurry of punches that miss.
Bloodaxe postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Bloodaxe in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Nassau looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Bloodaxe postures up.
Nassau is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Bloodaxe loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Gunnar Bloodaxe dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Narayan Nassau'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. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Bloodaxe fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Nassau manages to avoid it.
Nassau scores with a hook to the body. Bloodaxe takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Nassau throws a series of punches but Bloodaxe moves out of range.
Bloodaxe connects with a jab.
Nassau lands a jab-cross combination. #CUT2#It looks like Gunnar Bloodaxe has been cut.
Bloodaxe ducks under a wild hook from Nassau.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloodaxe takes one to the chin there.
Nassau throws a combination that misses
and Bloodaxe counters with a straight right hand.
Nassau bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T1#
Nassau slips a jab and a cross from Bloodaxe.
Nassau staying out of range there.
Bloodaxe throws a big shot that misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Nassau! But no joy.
Bloodaxe throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Nassau's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Nassau duly obliges.
Bloodaxe lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Nassau misses with a body shot
and Bloodaxe counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Nassau avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
#T2#
Bloodaxe is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Nassau.
A little jabbing left from Nassau on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Bloodaxe staying out of range there.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bloodaxe defending well as Nassau loads up on a big left hand.
Nassau misses with a few strikes there.
Bloodaxe swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
No joy there for Nassau, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Nassau misses with a jab, cross combination.
Bloodaxe is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Nassau.#CL#
Bloodaxe has taken the fight to the clinch.
Bloodaxe goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A battle for position here, against the cage.#T3#
Bloodaxe tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Nassau has a couple of punches blocked by Bloodaxe.
#BC2#
Nassau pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Bloodaxe throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Nassau stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Bloodaxe throws a leg kick but Nassau sees it coming and moves out of range.
Nassau has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Bloodaxe throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Nassau counters with a nice uppercut.
Gunnar Bloodaxe is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
A jab lands there for Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Nassau dodges the punch combination from Bloodaxe.
#T4#
A jab from Bloodaxe misses.
As Bloodaxe backs off Nassau throws a huge counter combo but Bloodaxe manages to avoid it all.
A jab from Bloodaxe does it's job there.
Narayan Nassau has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Nassau connects with a body shot.
Bloodaxe cracks Nassau with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Bloodaxe scores with a jab to the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Good exchange - Bloodaxe coming out on top.
Narayan Nassau is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Nassau tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bloodaxe was well out of range. Poor timing from Nassau.
Bloodaxe tries to clinch but Nassau is having none of it.
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 Gunnar Bloodaxe.
Well Bloodaxe 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 Phil Schofield scores the fight 30:27
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 30:27
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gunnar Bloodaxe!
Gunnar Bloodaxe 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:
DMMA 33: Grimes vs Nadadora
Date: Aug 07, 2021 |
#R1#
Bloodaxe misses with an uppercut.
Bloodaxe throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Bloodaxe tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Nassau misses with a looping right.
Bloodaxe has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Blacktalians MMA in the buildup to the fight.
Bloodaxe ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Nice defenses there by Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe throwing a counter right hand but Nassau manages to avoid it.
Bloodaxe connects with a single shot there.
Nassau takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Bloodaxe throws a sloppy head kick and Nassau moves out of range easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloodaxe thows a left - swing and a miss!
Nassau now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Bloodaxe throws a sloppy head kick and Nassau moves out of range easily. #CL#
Bloodaxe rushes Nassau and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Nassau swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Nassau prevents a body shot from Bloodaxe.
Nassau digs a right hand into Bloodaxe's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Bloodaxe's gas tank. #T1#
Nassau tries to throw a body punch but Bloodaxe avoids it by throwing Nassau back against the cage.
Bloodaxe lands a right hand.
Bloodaxe scores with a shot to the side of Nassau's head.
Bloodaxe tries to work over Nassau's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Nassau tries to work over Bloodaxe's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Nassau blocks an uppercut.
Bloodaxe misses with a short punch on the inside.
Bloodaxe is looking to control Nassau's arms but Nassau gets an underhook and turns him. Now Bloodaxe has his back to the cage.
Nassau can't find room to land a body shot as Bloodaxe controls the action.
A nice right hand lands inside from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Nassaus head.
A short right from Nassau.
Bloodaxe working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Bloodaxe doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Bloodaxe struggles to land a body shot inside as Nassau controls his hands.
Nice body punch from Bloodaxe - that landed with a thud.
Nassau gets through Bloodaxe's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Nassau swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nassau lands a nice uppercut.#BC2#
Nassau breaks from the clinch.
Nassau throws a good cross that connects.
#T2#
Nassau misses with a wild combination.
Bloodaxe gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Bloodaxe throws a body punch but Nassau moves out of range.
Bloodaxe throws a sloppy head kick and Nassau moves out of range easily.
Bloodaxe throws a head kick but Nassau moves out of range.
Bloodaxe looks to throw the jab but Nassau is out of range.
Bloodaxe throws a right hand that Nassau ducks under and follows up with a left that Nassau also avoids with ease.
Bloodaxe is looking to clinch.
Bloodaxe throws a head kick that misses.
Nassau throws a right and a left that both miss.
Nassau throws a body punch but Bloodaxe moves out of range.
Bloodaxe thinks about countering with a head kick.#T3#
Nassau stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
A punch combination from Nassau misses.
Bloodaxe connects with a jab.
Nassau walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Bloodaxe moves away from the strike by Nassau.
Bloodaxe scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Bloodaxe scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#CL#
Bloodaxe has taken the fight to the clinch.
Nassau tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Bloodaxe's elbow.
Nassau swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Nassau scores with a nice hook 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!
Nassau is looking to break free of the clinch but Bloodaxe has double underhooks.
Nassau misses with a punch on the inside.
Nassau fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#T4#
Bloodaxe blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Nassau lands a left hand that snaps the head of Bloodaxe backwards.
Bloodaxe blocks an uppercut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Nassau.
Still in the clinch, Bloodaxe scores with a nice short uppercut.
Nassau goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Nice body punch from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Nassau or not.
Bloodaxe pushes Nassau back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Bloodaxe lands with a left to the head.
Nassau is trying to break the clinch but Bloodaxe is controlling him.
Bloodaxe misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Nassau throws a head punch that misses.
Bloodaxe scores with a hook to the body.
Bloodaxe goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Bloodaxe lands with a right to the head.
Bloodaxe prevents a body shot from Nassau.
Nassau stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nassau scores with a hook to the body.
Nassau misses with a hook to the ribs.
Bloodaxe tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Nassau's elbow.
Nassau blocks a punch to the side of the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Gunnar Bloodaxe dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2##CL#
Bloodaxe closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Nassau misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Nassau scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Bloodaxe has Nassau pressed against the cage, preventing Nassau from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Bloodaxe is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Nassau can do to turn this around?
Bloodaxe tries a body shot but Nassau blocks it.
The referee is keeping an eye on Bloodaxe - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Bloodaxe swings wildly with an uppercut but Nassau uses good head movement to avoid it. #BC2#
Nassau breaks the clinch.
Gunnar Bloodaxe is winning the standup battle so far.
Bloodaxe throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Nassau counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Bloodaxe works Nassau's body with a nice hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nassau misses with a left hand
letting Bloodaxe counter with a right hand.
Bloodaxe scores with a head kick. Nassau tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Some wild striking there from Nassau.
#T1#
Bloodaxe throws a body punch but Nassau moves out of range.
Bloodaxe scores with a nice head shot.
Bloodaxe wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Nassau on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Bloodaxe darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Bloodaxe on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Nassau swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Nassau misses with an uppercut.
Nassau swats away the attempt to clinch by Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Nassau.
Nassau scores with a shot to the body.
#T2#
Nassau uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bloodaxe.
A nice combination there by Nassau.
#CUT2#It looks like Gunnar Bloodaxe has been cut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bloodaxe misses with a hook. Nassau ducked under it nicely.
Nassau scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Bloodaxe tries to clinch up but Nassau circles away and keeps his distance.
Bloodaxe tries to clinch
and Bloodaxe takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Bloodaxe throws a nice head kick!
#CUT#It looks like Narayan Nassau has been cut.
Nassau on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Bloodaxe throws a body shot but no joy.
Bloodaxe throws a right hand that misses
and Nassau counters with a three punch combo that has Bloodaxe backing up. Bloodaxe nods at Nassau to acknowledge the strikes.
Bloodaxe pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T3#
Nassau gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Bloodaxe tries a head kick but it misses.
Bloodaxe lands with an overhand left.
Bloodaxe wants to clinch up but Nassau keeps it at a distance.
Bloodaxe throws a head kick that misses.
Bloodaxe pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Nassau throws a body punch but Bloodaxe moves out of range.
A big right from Nassau misses.
Bloodaxe throws a counter high kick but Nassau was just alert enough to avoid it.
A slow jab from Bloodaxe misses its intended target.
Nassau scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
The crowd cheers as Nassau lands an impressive looking overhand right. Bloodaxe doesn't seem phased though.
Bloodaxe moves in looking to clinch but Nassau pushes him off.#T4#
Nassau with a nice cross.
Nassau doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bloodaxe lands with a kick to the temple. Nassau shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Nassau bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bloodaxe keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Bloodaxe uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Nassau.
Bloodaxe misses with a wild body shot.
Bloodaxe fails in his attempt to clinch.
Nassau misses with a double jab.
Nassau throws the left hand but Bloodaxe avoids the punch easily.
Bloodaxe throws a sloppy head kick and Nassau moves out of range easily.
Bloodaxe tries to clinch up but Nassau circles away and keeps his distance.
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 Gunnar Bloodaxe will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Nassau looks to score with a jab to the body but Bloodaxe is just out of range.
Bloodaxe pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Bloodaxe misses with an uppercut.
Bloodaxe throws a sloppy head kick and Nassau moves out of range easily.
Nassau looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Nassau misses with a body shot.
Bloodaxe tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Narayan Nassau is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Bloodaxe tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Nassau throws out a counter right but Bloodaxe avoids it with no problem.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloodaxe misses with a wild body shot.
Nassau moves away from the strike by Bloodaxe.
As Bloodaxe backs off Nassau throws a huge counter combo but Bloodaxe manages to avoid it all.
Nassau displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Bloodaxe throws a head kick but Nassau moves out of range.
#T1#
Bloodaxe scores with a head kick.
Bloodaxe misses with a head kick.
A left lands for Nassau.
Bloodaxe wants to clinch up but Nassau keeps it at a distance.
Nassau lands a nice shot that snaps Bloodaxe's head back.
Nassau misses with a two punch combination.
Nassau fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Nassau, as that shot connected.
Nassau scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Bloodaxe tries a head kick but it misses.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A big left from Nassau misses.
Gunnar Bloodaxe is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2##CL#
Bloodaxe closes the distance and clinches.
Nassau swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Nassau misses with a punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Nassau fails to land.
Nassau has had enough of the clinch but Bloodaxe keeps him there for the moment.
Nassau swings wildly with an uppercut but Bloodaxe uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nassau tries to work over Bloodaxe's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bloodaxe.
Nassau working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Nassau tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Bloodaxe's elbow.
Nassau misses with the head strike.
#T3#
Bloodaxe blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe prevents a body shot from Nassau.
Nassau tries to circle away but Bloodaxe has him pinned against the cage.#BC2#
Nassau manages to break the clinch.
Nassau lands a lovely overhand right.
Nice uppercut there from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Bloodaxe lands a two punch combo.
Nassau's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Bloodaxe connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Nassau scrambles back to his feet.
Nassau throws an overhand right that lands on Bloodaxe's shoulder, as Bloodaxe tries to avoid the shot.
Bloodaxe lands the left hand.#T4#
Nassau throws a big shot that misses.
Nassau scores with a jab to the head.
Narayan Nassau has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
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!
Bloodaxe lands with a nice body punch.
Bloodaxe swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Decent striking displayed by Bloodaxe there.
Nassau waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe is looking to counter the offense by Nassau and move into the clinch.
Bloodaxe staying out of range there.
Bloodaxe lands a glancing blow to the side of Nassau's head.
Nassau drops his hands momentarily and Bloodaxe takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Nassau throws a lazy uppercut
and Bloodaxe cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bloodaxe throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Nassau stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Narayan Nassau.
Well Bloodaxe 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 Aafke Stam scores the fight 29:29
Judge Wagner Zegers scores the fight 29:28
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 28:29
The fight is ruled a draw! |
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Event:
DMMA 22: Benedetti vs Imanari
Date: Jun 30, 2021 |
#R1##KD2#
Oooooh!!! Bloodaxe has knocked Scappy Do down with a huge combo! Bloodaxe steps away and waves a wobbly Scappy Do back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#ROC2#Scappy Do is rocked!#CUT2#It looks like Just Fight Scappy Do has been cut.
Bloodaxe tries a head kick but it misses.
Scappy Do looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Oh Scappy Do is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Scappy Do looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Scappy Do misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
A little jabbing left from Bloodaxe on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Scappy Do seems to have got his legs back now.
Scappy Do scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Bloodaxe doesn't seem bothered though.
Bloodaxe throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A head kick misses from Bloodaxe.
Scappy Do moves out of range as Bloodaxe strikes.
Scappy Do is looking to counter with head kicks.
Scappy Do fails with an attempt to clinch.
Scappy Do on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Bloodaxe misses with a double jab.
Bloodaxe throws a one two combo.
#CL#
Scappy Do moves into the clinch.
Bloodaxe throws a punch but it's blocked by Scappy Do.
Scappy Do misses with a knee to the head.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Bloodaxe.
Scappy Do using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Bloodaxe has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Scappy Do is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Bloodaxe is defending well for now.
Bloodaxe can't find room to land a body shot as Scappy Do controls the action.
Scappy Do utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Bloodaxe misses with a body punch.
#T1#
Bloodaxe taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Scappy Do blocking some punches.
Scappy Do blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Scappy Do misses with a knee strike.
Scappy Do tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Scappy Do tries a knee to the head but Bloodaxe blocks it.
Bloodaxe lands a body punch in the clinch.
Bloodaxe working aggressively here.
Scappy Do tries to land knees in the clinch but Bloodaxe avoids the damage to the body.
Bloodaxe lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Scappy Do with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Bloodaxe can't find room to land a body shot as Scappy Do controls the action.
Bloodaxe tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Bloodaxe misses with a hook to the ribs.
Nice body punch from Bloodaxe.
Scappy Do lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
#CUT#It looks like Gunnar Bloodaxe has been cut.
Bloodaxe lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Scappy Do tries to land a knee to the head but Bloodaxe blocks with his arms.
Scappy Do trying to land knees to the body.
Scappy Do throws a knee to the head but misses.
#T2#
Bloodaxe lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Scappy Do.
Bloodaxe lands a body punch in the clinch.
Scappy Do is breathing heavily.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bloodaxe has Scappy Do pressed against the cage.
A short right from Bloodaxe on the inside.
Bloodaxe tries a body shot but Scappy Do blocks it.
Bloodaxe lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Bloodaxe scores with a shot to the side of Scappy Do's head.
Bloodaxe tries to throw a body punch but Scappy Do avoids it by throwing Bloodaxe back against the cage.
Scappy Do working aggressively here.
Bloodaxe digs a right hand into Scappy Do's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Scappy Do's gas tank.
Bloodaxe lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Scappy Do or not.
Bloodaxe lands a shot to the body.
Bloodaxe digs a right hand underneath Scappy Do's ribcage. Scappy Do let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Nice body punch from Bloodaxe - that landed with a thud.
A right hand to the body from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe lands a hook to the side of the head.
Scappy Do's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A short left from Bloodaxe.
Scappy Do unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Scappy Do throws a knee to the head but misses.
#T3#
Still in the clinch, Bloodaxe scores with a nice short uppercut.
Bloodaxe pushes Scappy Do back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Bloodaxe working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Bloodaxe lands with a right to the head.
Bloodaxe lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Bloodaxe stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Bloodaxe lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Bloodaxe lands a left hand that snaps the head of Scappy Do backwards.
Bloodaxe lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Bloodaxe lands a nice uppercut.
Bloodaxe lands with a short 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!
Bloodaxe lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Scappy Do prevents a body shot from Bloodaxe.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Bloodaxe can't find room to land a body shot as Scappy Do controls the action.
A shot in the inside from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe lands a hook to the side of the head.
Scappy Do misses with a knee to the head. #T4#
Bloodaxe misses with a punch on the inside.
Bloodaxe lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Bloodaxe misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Scappy Do takes a shot to the head. #CUT2#Just Fight Scappy Do's cut is getting worse.
Bloodaxe lands with a right to the head.
Bloodaxe can't find room to land a body shot as Scappy Do controls the action.
Bloodaxe takes a knee right on the jaw!
A nice right hand lands inside from Bloodaxe.
A right hook to the body lands for Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe misses with the head strike.
Bloodaxe lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Scappy Do backwards.
Scappy Do lands a nice knee to the body.
A short right from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe tries to stall but Scappy Do uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Bloodaxe tries to work over Scappy Do's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A head punch on the inside from Bloodaxe fails to land.
Bloodaxe lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Scappy Do tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Bloodaxe lands a body shot in the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Gunnar Bloodaxe dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
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.#R2#
Nice defenses there by Scappy Do.
Bloodaxe misses with a body shot.
Bloodaxe looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Bloodaxe just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromScappy Do.
Bloodaxe swats away the attempt to clinch by Scappy Do.
Bloodaxe throws a head kick that misses.
Scappy Do tries to counter with a takedown but Bloodaxe is quick to defend against it.
Bloodaxe scores with a shot to the body.
Bloodaxe throws a hook but Scappy Do blocks it.
Bloodaxe misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
A big right from Bloodaxe misses.
Gunnar Bloodaxe seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Bloodaxe throws a body punch but Scappy Do moves out of range.
Bloodaxe scores with a head kick. Scappy Do tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloodaxe scores with a nice body kick.
Scappy Do scores with a head kick. Bloodaxe tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.#KD2#
Oooooh!!! Bloodaxe has knocked Scappy Do down with a huge combo! Bloodaxe steps away and waves a wobbly Scappy Do back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!
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!
Scappy Do fails with an attempt to clinch.
Bloodaxe misses with a head kick.
The fight stays on the outside here - Scappy Do looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#T1#
Scappy Do moves in looking to clinch but Bloodaxe pushes him off.
Scappy Do throws a head kick but Bloodaxe moves out of range.
Scappy Do takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Scappy Do throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Bloodaxe tries to land a front kick but Scappy Do steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.#CL#
Scappy Do moves into the clinch.
Bloodaxe tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Scappy Do's elbow.
Scappy Do tries a knee to the head but Bloodaxe blocks it.
Scappy Do blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Scappy Do is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Bloodaxe is defending well for now.
Bloodaxe lands a nice uppercut.
Bloodaxe presses Scappy Do against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Bloodaxe misses with a body punch.
Scappy Do looking to throw knees to the head but Bloodaxe is blocking nicely.
Bloodaxe has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Bloodaxe on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Scappy Do trying to land knees to the body.
Scappy Do looking to throw knees to the head but Bloodaxe is blocking nicely.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T2#
Scappy Do throws a knee to the head but misses.
Scappy Do tries to land a knee to the head but Bloodaxe blocks with his arms.
Bloodaxe lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #CUT2#Just Fight Scappy Do's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Scappy Do landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Bloodaxe lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A short right from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe lands a left hand that snaps the head of Scappy Do backwards.
Bloodaxe takes a knee right on the jaw!
Bloodaxe stalling the fight.
Scappy Do throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Bloodaxe blocks it with crossed arms.
Scappy Do tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Bloodaxe lands with a short shot to the head.
Bloodaxe lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Bloodaxe softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Nice body punch from Bloodaxe - that landed with a thud.
Bloodaxe lands a right hand that snaps the head of Scappy Do backwards.
Scappy Do fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Bloodaxe on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Bloodaxe lands a left hand that snaps the head of Scappy Do backwards. #T3#
Bloodaxe lands a nice uppercut.
A right handed body shot lands from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe lands a body shot.
Bloodaxe lands with a left to the head.
Bloodaxe lands a nice uppercut.
A right hand to the body from Bloodaxe.
A short right from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe lands with a light punch inside.
A body shot lands from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Bloodaxe tries to work over Scappy Do's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Scappy Do using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Bloodaxe has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
A short right from Bloodaxe on the inside.
Bloodaxe lands a body shot in the clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A short right from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Bloodaxe lands a body shot. #T4#
Bloodaxe lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Bloodaxe avoiding damage as Scappy Do throws knees to the body.
Bloodaxe makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Bloodaxe managing to block the knees to the body from Scappy Do.
Bloodaxe lands a hook that snaps the head of Scappy Do backwards.
Scappy Do scores with a knee to the head.
The referee calls for Bloodaxe to work.
Bloodaxe cracks Scappy Do with a nice body shot.
A shot in the inside from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Scappy Dos head.
Bloodaxe tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Scappy Do's elbow.
Scappy Do misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe is leaning against Scappy Do and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Bloodaxe.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nice body punch from Bloodaxe - that landed with a thud.
Bloodaxe tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Scappy Do tries a knee to the head but Bloodaxe blocks it.
Bloodaxe tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A short right from Bloodaxe on the inside.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Gunnar Bloodaxe 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#
Scappy Do tries to clinch up but Bloodaxe circles away and keeps his distance.
Bloodaxe looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Donk. Bloodaxe catches Scappy Do right on the button with a cross.
Bloodaxe lands a jab to Scappy Do's midsection.
Bloodaxe drops Scappy Do with a straight right hand, right on the button! Bloodaxe follows him down to the mat and pounds him out with hammerfists until the referee jumps in to end the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:16 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Gunnar Bloodaxe!
Gunnar Bloodaxe thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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BLAZE 24 NICOLETTA V DRACULA 2
Date: Apr 22, 2021 |
#R1#
Bloodaxe gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Distefano.
Bloodaxe takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Bloodaxe tries a head kick but it misses.
Distefano throws a sloppy head kick and Bloodaxe moves out of range easily.
Distefano closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Bloodaxe is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Distefano.
Distefano scores with a jab to the head.
Distefano slips a jab and a cross from Bloodaxe.
A big right from Bloodaxe misses. #CL#
Distefano clinches with his opponent.
Bloodaxe lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Distefano.
Bloodaxe holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Distefano lands a shoulder strike.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Distefano trying to control the position but instead, Bloodaxe has worked for underhooks and has pushed Distefano into the cage.
Bloodaxe looking to stall.
Still in the clinch, Bloodaxe scores with a nice short uppercut.
Bloodaxe stalling in the clinch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Distefano.#T1#
Stalling in the clinch from Distefano.
Distefano working aggressively here.
Distefano lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Bloodaxe or not.
Bloodaxe misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Distefano digs a right hand underneath Bloodaxe's ribcage. Bloodaxe let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Bloodaxe's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Distefano struggles to land a body shot inside as Bloodaxe controls his hands.
Distefano being controlled against the cage.
Distefano 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.
Distefano lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Bloodaxe backwards.
Bloodaxe misses with a punch on the inside.
Bloodaxe lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Distefano backwards.
Bloodaxe looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Distefano swings wildly with an uppercut but Bloodaxe uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bloodaxe tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Distefano lands a hook to the side of the head.
Bloodaxe fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Distefano lands a hook to the side of the head.
Bloodaxe scores with a shot to the side of Distefano's head. #T2#
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!
Distefano misses with a punch on the inside.
Bloodaxe scores with a shot to the side of Distefano's head.
Bloodaxe struggles to land a body shot inside as Distefano controls his hands.
Bloodaxe can't find room to land a body shot as Distefano controls the action.
Bloodaxe misses with a hook from the clinch.
Distefano lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Bloodaxe throws a punch but it's blocked by Distefano.
Distefano fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Bloodaxe takes an elbow to the temple. #CUT#It looks like Gunnar Bloodaxe has been cut.
Bloodaxe has a couple of punches blocked by Distefano.
Bloodaxe tries to work over Distefano's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Distefano lands on the inside with an uppercut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Distefano.
Bloodaxe misses with a punch on the inside.
Come on Distefano - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Distefano tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Distefano stalling.
Distefano swings wildly with an uppercut but Bloodaxe uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bloodaxe presses Distefano against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.#T3#
Bloodaxe blocking some punches.
Bloodaxe working aggressively here.
Bloodaxe working aggressively here.
Bloodaxe tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Distefano's elbow.
Bloodaxe swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Bloodaxe stalling.
Bloodaxe misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Bloodaxe stalling against the cage.
Bloodaxe misses with a body punch.
Bloodaxe tries to work over Distefano's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A nice right hand lands inside from Distefano.
Distefano tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Bloodaxe lands a hook that snaps the head of Distefano backwards.
Distefano throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Bloodaxes head.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Distefano.
Bloodaxe lands a hook that snaps the head of Distefano backwards.
Bloodaxe misses with a body punch.
Distefano scores with a shoulder strike. #T4#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bloodaxe.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe is trying to stall.
Bloodaxe makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Distefano blocks an uppercut.
Distefano is struggling to control the position.
Bloodaxe lands with a short shot to the head.
Distefano softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Bloodaxe is pushing Distefano up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Bloodaxe takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
A hook to the body from Distefano.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Distefano blocking some punches.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Bloodaxe lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Distefano backwards.
Bloodaxe looking to slow down the pace here.
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 Eric Distefano will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Gunnar Bloodaxe's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Bloodaxe with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Eric Distefano seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bloodaxe misses with a two punch combination.
Distefano steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bloodaxe.
A big left from Bloodaxe misses.
Distefano slips under a jab from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe misses with a looping right.
Distefano uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Distefano is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Distefano blocks a jab.
Distefano throws a head kick but Bloodaxe moves out of range.
Distefano throws the left hand but Bloodaxe avoids the punch easily.
Distefano displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bloodaxe throws out the jab.
Distefano staying out of range there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A telegraphed right hand from Bloodaxe misses the target. #CL#
Distefano moves into the clinch successfully.
Bloodaxe tries to throw a body punch but Distefano avoids it by throwing Bloodaxe back against the cage.
Bloodaxe misses with a short punch on the inside.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Bloodaxe tries to throw a body punch but Distefano avoids it by throwing Bloodaxe back against the cage. #T1#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bloodaxe.
Distefano lands with a right to the head.
Nice body punch from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe takes a shot to the head.
A short uppercut from Distefano.
Bloodaxe misses with a hook to the ribs.
Distefano gets through Bloodaxe's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Bloodaxe swings wildly with an uppercut but Distefano uses good head movement to avoid it.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Bloodaxe goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Distefano lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Bloodaxe is trying to maintain a safe position but Distefano gets an underhook and turns Bloodaxe into the cage.
Bloodaxe misses with some punches.
A short uppercut from Bloodaxe.
Distefano lands on the inside with an uppercut. #T2#
A nice right hand lands inside from Bloodaxe.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Distefano blocks a body shot from Bloodaxe.
Distefano fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Bloodaxe misses with a hook to the ribs.
Distefano gets through Bloodaxe's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Distefano.
Bloodaxe lands with a light punch inside.
Distefano fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Bloodaxe doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Bloodaxe slows down the pace here.
Bloodaxe lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Distefano or not.
A short left from Distefano.
Bloodaxe pushes Distefano back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Bloodaxe tries to throw a body punch but Distefano avoids it by throwing Bloodaxe back against the cage.
Bloodaxe prevents a body shot from Distefano.
Bloodaxe goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
#T3#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bloodaxe.
Distefano tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Bloodaxe gets through Distefano's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Distefano is leaning against Bloodaxe and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Bloodaxe throws a head punch that misses.
Bloodaxe misses with a body punch.
Distefano lands a hook that snaps the head of Bloodaxe backwards.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Distefano.
Distefano tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Distefano stalling in the clinch.
Bloodaxe just leaning against Distefano, taking a breather.
Bloodaxe working aggressively here.
Distefano lands a hook that snaps the head of Bloodaxe backwards.
Distefano misses with a hook from the clinch.
Distefano displaying some good clinch control by pressing Bloodaxe up against the cage.
Distefano tries to throw a body punch but Bloodaxe avoids it by throwing Distefano back against the cage.
Distefano lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #T4#
Distefano misses with a punch on the inside.
Distefano lands a shot to the body.
Distefano misses with some punches.
Eric Distefano has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Bloodaxe misses with a short punch on the inside.
Bloodaxe throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bloodaxe tries to work over Distefano's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe blocks an uppercut.
Distefano lands a shoulder strike.
A head punch on the inside from Distefano fails to land.
Distefano blocking some punches.
Bloodaxe misses with a short punch on the inside.
Distefano taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Bloodaxe softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Distefano has a couple of punches blocked by Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A nice right hand lands inside from Distefano.
Bloodaxe's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A shot in the inside from Distefano.
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 Eric Distefano will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Gunnar Bloodaxe's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R3#
Bloodaxe avoids the body shot from Distefano.
Bloodaxe looks to land a left hand but Distefano moved out of range nicely.
Distefano throws a head kick but Bloodaxe moves out of range.
Distefano looks for the body kick but Bloodaxe saw that one coming.
Bloodaxe swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Bloodaxe takes a swing at Distefano's ribcage but misses.
Bloodaxe 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.
Distefano misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Distefano waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe loads up on a big right hand but Distefano slips the punch.
Bloodaxe throws a body shot but no joy.
Distefano swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Distefano takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Distefano throws a body shot but no joy.
Bloodaxe throws a hook but Distefano blocks it.
It looked like Distefano was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Bloodaxe throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloodaxe scores with the left hand. Distefano knows he should have avoided that one.
Bloodaxe takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Distefano throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bloodaxe throws out a counter right but Distefano avoids it with no problem.
Bloodaxe fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Distefano looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Distefano connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#CL#
Distefano has Bloodaxe up against the cage in a clinch.
#T1#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bloodaxe.
Distefano throws a head punch that misses.
Bloodaxe misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Distefano throws a head punch that misses.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Distefano.
Bloodaxe doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A short uppercut from Bloodaxe.
Distefano is working Bloodaxe over against the cage.
Bloodaxe misses with a punch on the inside.
A right handed body shot lands from Distefano.
Bloodaxe takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Distefano lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A right hand to the body from Distefano.
Distefano softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
A short uppercut from Distefano.
Distefano softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Distefano lands a shoulder strike.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Distefano lands with a short shot to the head.
Distefano lands with a short shot to the head. #T2#
Bloodaxe stalling in the clinch but Distefano improves position.
A short right from Distefano.
Distefano is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Bloodaxe can do to turn this around?
Distefano stalling against the cage.
Distefano tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A left hand lands to the body for Distefano.
Distefano lands a shoulder strike.
Distefano scores with a shot to the side of Bloodaxe's head.
Distefano lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Distefano prevents a body shot from Bloodaxe.
Distefano lands a left hand.
Bloodaxe can't find room to land a body shot as Distefano controls the action.
Distefano lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Bloodaxe tries to work over Distefano's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bloodaxe. #T3#
Bloodaxe is trying to stall.
Distefano works on Bloodaxe's body with a couple of short punches.
A short left from Distefano.
Bloodaxe has Distefano pushed against the cage.
Distefano lands with a short punch from the clinch.
#ROC#Bloodaxe is rocked!
Distefano goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Bloodaxe misses with a body punch.
Nice body punch from Distefano - that landed with a thud.
Distefano lands a right hand that snaps the head of Bloodaxe backwards.
Bloodaxe is still on wobbly legs! Can Distefano finish him?
Bloodaxe stalling in the clinch but Distefano improves position.
Distefano swings wildly with an uppercut but Bloodaxe uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bloodaxe seems to have recovered his senses.
Bloodaxe tries a body shot but Distefano blocks it.
Distefano lands a hook to the side of the head.
Bloodaxe is trying to stall.
Distefano lands an uppercut.#T4#
Distefano tries a body shot but Bloodaxe blocks it.
Bloodaxe has a couple of punches blocked by Distefano.
Bloodaxe goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Bloodaxe misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Bloodaxe lands a hook that snaps the head of Distefano backwards.
Distefano lands a right hand that snaps the head of Bloodaxe backwards.
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!
Bloodaxe misses with a hook from the clinch.
Distefano blocking some punches.
Bloodaxe tries to work over Distefano's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC#
Distefano's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Distefano bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Distefano paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Bloodaxe keeps the fight on the outside.
Distefano moves out of range of the strikes.
Distefano tries to clinch up.
Gunnar Bloodaxe seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Distefano feints and then cracks Bloodaxe's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Bloodaxe down.
Distefano wants to land a leg kick but Bloodaxe is out of range.
Distefano walks into a jab.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Eric Distefano clearly takes that round.
The cut man is working on Gunnar Bloodaxe's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R4#
Distefano dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Bloodaxe takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Bloodaxe on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Bloodaxe pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Bloodaxe throws a body shot but no joy.
Good exchange - Distefano coming out on top.
Bloodaxe keeps the fight on the outside.
Distefano misses with a hook. Bloodaxe ducked under it nicely.
Bloodaxe moves away from the strike by Distefano.
Distefano ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bloodaxe moves away.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Distefano.
Bloodaxe thows a left - swing and a miss!
Distefano slips under a jab from Bloodaxe.
Distefano misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
The fight stays on the outside here - Distefano looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#CL#
Bloodaxe tries to keep at a distance but Distefano has taken the fight into the clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Distefano misses with the head strike.
#T1#
Bloodaxe stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Bloodaxe doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Distefano stalling.
Distefano makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Distefano misses with a punch on the inside.
Still in the clinch, Distefano scores with a nice short uppercut.
Distefano misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Bloodaxe scores with a shot to the side of Distefano's head.
Bloodaxe lands a nice shot to the body.
Bloodaxe misses with a punch on the inside.
Bloodaxe is trying to stall.
Bloodaxe misses with a body punch.
Distefano working aggressively here.
Distefano digs a right hand underneath Bloodaxe's ribcage. Bloodaxe let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Bloodaxe is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
A shot in the inside from Distefano. #T2#
Distefano lands a body punch.
Distefano lands with a right to the head.
Distefano dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Distefano has Bloodaxe pressed against the cage.
The crowd are getting pretty annoyed with Distefano for his constant stalling in the clinch and are voicing their displeasure.
Distefano lands a nice uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Distefano scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Distefano lands a left hand.
Bloodaxe throws a head punch that misses.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Distefano.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Distefano.
Bloodaxe trying to stall but Distefano improves his position.
A short right from Distefano on the inside.
Bloodaxe tries to throw a body punch but Distefano avoids it by throwing Bloodaxe back against the cage.
Distefano struggles to land a body shot inside as Bloodaxe controls his hands.
Bloodaxe tries a body shot but Distefano blocks it.
Bloodaxe throws a punch but it's blocked by Distefano. #T3#
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Distefano slows down the pace here.
Distefano stalling against the cage.
A right handed body shot lands from Distefano.
Distefano lands a nice uppercut.
Bloodaxe tries to work over Distefano's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Bloodaxe stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Bloodaxe misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Distefano tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Bloodaxe's elbow.
Distefano effectively controlling the action here.
A bit of stalling here from Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe misses with a punch to the body.
A left hand lands to the body for Distefano.
#T4#
A quick uppercut on the inside from Distefano.
Distefano lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Bloodaxe backwards.
Distefano presses Bloodaxe against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Distefano lands a left hand.
Distefano lands a body punch.
Distefano blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Bloodaxe tries to work over Distefano's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Bloodaxe is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Distefano scores with a shoulder strike.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Distefano misses with an elbow strike.
Bloodaxe misses with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Distefano.
Distefano lands on the inside with an uppercut.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Distefano creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Eric Distefano had his way with Gunnar Bloodaxe in that round.
The cut man is working on Gunnar Bloodaxe's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R5#
Distefano scores with a decent looking hook.
Distefano loads up on a big right hand but Bloodaxe slips the punch.
A telegraphed right hand from Bloodaxe misses the target.
Distefano loads up on a big right hand but Bloodaxe slips the punch.
Bloodaxe throws a hook but Distefano avoids it easily.
Distefano connects with the punch.
Bloodaxe misses the body punch
and Distefano counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bloodaxe looks to land a left hand but Distefano moved out of range nicely.
Distefano pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Bloodaxe on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Distefano throws a sloppy head kick and Bloodaxe moves out of range easily.
Bloodaxe misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Bloodaxe tries a head kick but it misses.
Bloodaxe throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Distefano sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Distefano slips under a jab.
Bloodaxe drops his hands momentarily and Distefano takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Nice straight punches there by Distefano. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Distefano.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Distefano swings for the body but Bloodaxe moves out of range.
#T1#
Bloodaxe misses with the combination.
Distefano lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#CL#
Distefano fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Bloodaxe, pushing him back against the cage.
Bloodaxe swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Bloodaxe tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Distefano's elbow.
Distefano makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Bloodaxe can't find room to land a body shot as Distefano controls the action.
Distefano tries to work over Bloodaxe's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Distefano throws an elbow but it misses.
Distefano is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Distefano fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Distefano creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Bloodaxe misses with a hook to the ribs.
A short left from Distefano.
Gunnar Bloodaxe has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Distefano takes a shot to the head.
Distefano avoiding damage.
Bloodaxe tries to throw a body punch but Distefano avoids it by throwing Bloodaxe back against the cage.
Bloodaxe misses with some punches.
A short body shot lands from Distefano as the two fighters clinch.
Eric Distefano is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
This has been an exciting period of action!
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bloodaxe.
Distefano lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Bloodaxe lands with a light punch inside.
Bloodaxe throws a punch but it's blocked by Distefano.
Distefano lands a shoulder strike. #KD#
Distefano drops Bloodaxe onto one knee with a big uppercut from the clinch! Bloodaxe is propped up by the cage and works his way back to his feet!
Distefano has Bloodaxe pressed against the cage. Bloodaxe drops his hands and Distefano takes advantage by unloading with a massive hook that sends Bloodaxe tumbling to the canvas! Distefano rains down with more punches but Bloodaxe was already out! That's a highlight reel knockout for Distefano!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:50 of round 5, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Eric Distefano!
Eric Distefano retains his middleweight title!
A very excited looking Eric Distefano 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:
BLAZE 20 - MURPHY VS NICOLETTA
Date: Mar 25, 2021 |
#R1#
Worish takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #CUT#It looks like Dean Worish has been cut.
Bloodaxe thows a left - swing and a miss!
Worish is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Worish needs to keep his hands up - Bloodaxe had a free shot at his head there.
Worish tries to close the distance and clinch up but Bloodaxe swats him away and circles back towards the center. #KD#
Bloodaxe cracks Worish with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Bloodaxe has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Worish to stand back up!#ROC#Worish 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!
Bloodaxe fires a straight punch through the middle that cracks Worish square on the jaw! Damn, Worish is out cold on his feet and topples face first to the canvas! Wow, I haven't seen a knockout that brutal in a long time!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Gunnar Bloodaxe!
A victorious Gunnar Bloodaxe 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:
BLAZE 17 - WHITE VS MCKEE
Date: Mar 04, 2021 |
#R1#
Leblond slips a straight right by Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Leblond.
Bloodaxe throws a big counter head kick but Leblond avoids it with no problem.
Leblond looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Bloodaxe is fending him off so far but Leblond persists. Nope, Bloodaxe circles away and we're back to standing.
Bloodaxe connects with a leg kick.
Leblond gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Bloodaxe counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Leblond is defended easily by Bloodaxe.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Bloodaxe! But no joy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dany Leblond. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Leblond misses the body punch
and Bloodaxe counters with a kick to the head that grazes his opponent. Leblond is lucky that one didn't land flush.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Leblond looks to throw the jab but Bloodaxe is out of range.
Dany Leblond seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Leblond throws a big shot that misses.
Leblond is trying hard to land a takedown here. Bloodaxe sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Leblond throws a jab but it's blocked by Bloodaxe. #T1#
Nice defenses there by Leblond.
Leblond misses with a straight left.
Nice shot by Bloodaxe.
Leblond takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#CUT2#It looks like Dany Leblond has been cut.#KD2#
Bloodaxe lands a big head kick that sends Leblond tumbling to the mat! Bloodaxe takes a step backwards and waves Leblond back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC2#Leblond is rocked!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bloodaxe ducks down into range and throws a picture perfect right hook that connects with Leblond's jaw. Leblond's eyes stare off into space as he falls to the mat, out cold! Bloodaxe does the decent thing and steps back, rather than landing any shots to his unconscious opponent.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Gunnar Bloodaxe!
Gunnar Bloodaxe thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
BLAZE 11 - TREJO VS AQUILES
Date: Jan 21, 2021 |
#R1#
Nice shot lands for Bloodaxe.
Bloodaxe fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Hulk has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Hulk shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Bloodaxe connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Hulk takes a shot right to the bread basket.#KD#
Bloodaxe feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Hulk sprawling to the canvas! Hulk rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Bloodaxe finish him?!
#ROC#Hulk is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Baby Hulk has been cut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
and Bloodaxe counters with a massive uppercut that badly hurts Hulk! He's just covering up as Bloodaxe starts to tee off till the referee steps in and stops the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Gunnar Bloodaxe!
An out of breath Gunnar Bloodaxe 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:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 24, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Bloodaxe scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Bloodaxe misses with a head kick.
Perkins takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Perkins 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.
Perkins tries to close the distance and clinch but Bloodaxe swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Perkins fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Bloodaxe has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Perkins.
Bloodaxe tries to get back to his feet but has found himself mounted instead. Damn, that's gotta suck.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Perkins unloading with bombs!
Perkins has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Bloodaxe wants to control but Perkins is having none of it.
Perkins working Bloodaxe over with strikes here. #T1#
Perkins lands a big shot there that rocks Bloodaxe but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Perkins content just to control the position here.
Perkins breaks from Bloodaxe's wrist control and lands an elbow.
Bloodaxe tries to hold on but Perkins pushes him away.
Perkins breaks from Bloodaxe's wrist control and lands an elbow. #SUB2#
Perkins has hold of Bloodaxe's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Bloodaxe manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Perkins tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T2##SUB2#
Perkins has control of Bloodaxe's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Bloodaxe regains control of the situation pretty easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Perkins controlling the position easily from mount.
Bloodaxe taking shots to the head. #SUB2#
Perkins looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Bloodaxe tries to get back to half guard but can't. #T3#
Perkins putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
Bloodaxe really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Perkins controlling the pace for now.
Perkins is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Bloodaxe is trying to reverse the position but instead Perkins has taken his back - oops!
Perkins controlling the position well here. Bloodaxe rolled but Perkins kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Bloodaxe wants to get back to his feet. #T4#
Perkins is working the ground and pound. Can Bloodaxe escape?
Bloodaxe might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Bloodaxe tries to roll but Perkins sticks to his back.
#SUB2#
Perkins patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?#SUB2#
Perkins is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Bloodaxe looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Bloodaxe covers up after taking a massive shot to the side of the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jabari Perkins dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Perkins chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Bloodaxe can pounce on him.
Bloodaxe defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Perkins.#TD2#
Perkins feints and as Bloodaxe raises his hands in defense, Perkins changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Perkins postures up.
Bloodaxe is wriggling around but Perkins manages to pass to half guard.
Bloodaxe is looking to get back to is feet but Perkins passes into side control.
Bloodaxe tries to buck Perkins off but Perkins is having none of it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bloodaxe trying to remain calm as Perkins controls from the top position.
Bloodaxe tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Perkins wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
You can see the frustration on Bloodaxe's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T1#
Perkins controls the position from side control.
Jabari Perkins has got the better of the ground game so far.
Bloodaxe tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Perkins wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Bloodaxe looks to move to half guard but instead Perkins has passed into mount! Damn!
Perkins postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Bloodaxe looks a forlorn figure.
Bloodaxe knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Perkins on the ground.
Bloodaxe tries to improve his position but instead Perkins has taken his back!
Bloodaxe just trying to survive but Perkins is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish. #T2##SUB2#
Bloodaxe fending off the submission attempt from Perkins.
Bloodaxe grimaces as he takes a shot to the body.
Can Bloodaxe hold on?! Perkins is landing more strikes to his hapless foe.
Bloodaxe rolls, trying to escape but Perkins keeps control of the position.
#SUB2#
Perkins patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Bloodaxe tries to escape the position.
Bloodaxe is working hard here to advance position.#T3#
Perkins controls the action.
Perkins lands punches and elbows.
What can Bloodaxe do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Perkins avoiding Bloodaxe 's attempts to control his hands.
Bloodaxe trying to get back to his feet but Perkins is in full control for now.
Bloodaxe is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Perkins controlling the positon.#SUB2#
Bloodaxe fending off the submission attempt from Perkins.
Perkins controls the action.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Perkins has got one arm under Bloodaxe's chin. This could be trouble... Bloodaxe trying to control the other hand but Perkins gets it free and sqeezes tight - just a matter of time now! Yep, Bloodaxe has tapped out! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Jabari Perkins! |
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