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Event:
TWGC 43 (205lbs, D2): Finals - Round 2
Date: Nov 02, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 1 losses; Aboubacar Mandiang! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 1 losses; Casimiro Nicoletta! The judges for this bout are James Glass, Richard Clark and Phil Schofield.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious? Nicoletta shoots for a takedown but Mandiang saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily. Mandiang wants to clinch up but Nicoletta keeps it at a distance. Nicoletta shoots for a takedown but Mandiang saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily. Mandiang doesn't manage to clinch there - Nicoletta circles away.
Nicoletta closes the distance and clinches up with Mandiang, looking for a takedown. Nicoletta pushes Mandiang against the cage but Mandiang circles to the side and manages to break the clinch. Aboubacar Mandiang has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Casimiro Nicoletta.#CL# Mandiang closes the distance and clinches. Mandiang looking for a takedown. Nicoletta stops a takedown attempt from Mandiang.
Mandiang goes for a takedown attempt but Nicoletta pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Mandiang is looking to clinch but Nicoletta is avoiding it.
#CL# Mandiang has closed the distance and engaged Nicoletta in a clinch.
Mandiang is trying to drag Nicoletta to the mat but Nicoletta just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there. Nicoletta has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Mandiang after a bit of a struggle. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Nicoletta can't get the takedown.
Nicoletta is defending well against a takedown attempt. Mandiang prevents a takedown attempt there.
Nicoletta drops down looking for an ankle pick but Mandiang pulls his leg out and moves away.
#T1##CL# The fight moves into the clinch position. Mandiang is pressed up against the cage. Nicoletta has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Mandiang down to the mat. Mandiang avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. Nice takedown defense from Mandiang. No joy for Nicoletta on that attempt. Mandiang defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Nicoletta. Nicoletta fails miserably with a takedown attempt. Nicoletta fails to land the takedown. Mandiang attempts a counter takedown but Nicoletta avoids it well and moves away. Mandiang tries to close the distance and clinch but Nicoletta swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. Nicoletta darts in looking for a takedown but Mandiang gets double underhooks and turns Nicoletta into the cage. #CL# Mandiang gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here. Mandiang can't get the takedown.
Mandiang is looking for a takedown. Nicoletta goes for a takedown in the clinch but Mandiang prevents it.
Nicoletta drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
#T2# Nicoletta gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Mandiang.
Mandiang is pressed up against the cage. Nicoletta has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Mandiang down to the mat. Mandiang avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. Nicoletta misses with a takedown attempt - Mandiang sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#CL# Mandiang has taken the fight to the clinch.
Nicoletta has Mandiang pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Mandiang manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. Mandiang is looking for a takedown. Nicoletta prevents the takedown attempt.
Nicoletta wants a takedown but no success here.
Mandiang wants to take the fight to the mat but Nicoletta manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch. Nicoletta changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Mandiang fights it off and pushes away nicely.
#TD2# Mandiang tries to sprawl but Nicoletta drives through with a takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Mandiang (0) vs (2) Nicoletta#T3# Mandiang is concentrating on defense, preventing Nicoletta from advancing position. Nicoletta looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. Mandiang tries to get to full guard but Nicoletta has control of the leg. 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. Nicoletta looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T4# Mandiang is controlling Nicoletta's position as best he can from this difficult position. Mandiang is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Nicoletta's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Nicoletta's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Mandiang (4) vs (2) Nicoletta Mandiang just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Nicoletta wants to escape the position.
#T5# You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Nicoletta tries to escape the position.
Nicoletta looking to control the position. Mandiang avoiding Nicoletta 's attempts to control his hands. #T6# Mandiang doesn't have the hooks in and Nicoletta manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Mandiang (4) vs (4) Nicoletta Mandiang wants to sweep here but Nicoletta controlling him for the moment. Nicoletta stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Mandiang swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T7# Mandiang trying to control the position.
Mandiang pulls Nicoletta in to control the position. Nicoletta trying to control the position from guard on top but Mandiang is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Mandiang trying to control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T8# Nicoletta controlling from the top position. Nicoletta stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Mandiang swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T9# Nicoletta sitting in guard, not really doing much. Mandiang has his hands on Nicoletta's head, controlling the position. #T10# Nicoletta passes into half guard. Nicoletta is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen. Mandiang is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T11# Mandiang makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Mandiang. Nicoletta trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Nicoletta sitting in guard here, content to control. Nicoletta stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Mandiang swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T12# Mandiang is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent. Nicoletta engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. Mandiang tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T13# Mandiang is trying to keep Nicoletta in close.
Mandiang pulls Nicoletta in to control the position. Nicoletta looking to control the position here, rather than advance. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T14# Mandiang has his hands on Nicoletta's head, controlling the position. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Mandiang looking to hit a scissor sweep but Nicoletta is one step ahead there.
And that's the end of the fight! As we have tied on points and both fighters attempted the same number of subs, we will decide the bout based on the toss of a coin! Mandiang is heads and Nicoletta is tails. The coin is in the air and it lands... heads! Mandiang takes the fight on points by 5 to 4. Aboubacar Mandiang thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
TWGC 43 (205lbs, D2): Finals - Round 1
Date: Nov 01, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Jason Payne! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; Casimiro Nicoletta! The judges for this bout are Colin Fotheringham, James Glass and Steven Brown.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2# Nicoletta throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Payne was covering up waiting for the punch and Nicoletta finishes the takedown easily into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Payne (0) vs (2) Nicoletta#SUB# Payne looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Nicoletta passes into half guard.
Payne tries to roll over but Nicoletta keeps him under control. Nicoletta trying to mount his opponent but Payne defends it. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Nicoletta perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #T1# Payne is trying to get back to full guard. Payne is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Nicoletta jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Payne (0) vs (5) Nicoletta Payne is trying to escape the position but Nicoletta is controlling the position. Payne tries to buck Nicoletta off but Nicoletta is having none of it. Payne is working hard here to advance position. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2# The referee asks Nicoletta politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Nicoletta prefers to stall for the moment though. Payne tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Nicoletta wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. You can see the frustration on Payne's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T3# Payne tries to get back to half guard but can't. Payne manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. Payne tries to roll over but Nicoletta keeps him under control. Nicoletta looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T4# Nicoletta prevents Payne from improving his position. Payne gets full guard.#SUB# Payne looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Nicoletta has picked Payne up and slammed him! Payne can't keep hold of the triangle and Nicoletta manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Payne (0) vs (8) Nicoletta Payne is being controlled here. #T5# Payne is trying to improve his position. Nicoletta just content to control the position. Payne manages to work his way to half guard, despite Nicoletta's best efforts. The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Payne wants to get back to full guard.#T6# Nicoletta is looking to advance position but Payne won't allow it. Payne wants to improve his position but Nicoletta is controlling well.
#SUB# Payne looking for submissions off his back. Nicoletta content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. Nicoletta is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Payne (0) vs (11) Nicoletta#T7# Nicoletta content just to control the position here. Payne regains half guard. Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Nicoletta in particular looking to stall.#T8# Nicoletta is pressing down on Payne's thigh, looking to free his foot. Payne is holding on for now. #SUB# Payne looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. Nicoletta with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. Payne is looking to get back to full guard here but Nicoletta has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Payne (0) vs (14) Nicoletta#T9# A lull in the action here as Nicoletta stalls from top position. Payne tries to get back to half guard but can't. Payne is being controlled here. Payne tries to buck Nicoletta off but Nicoletta is having none of it.#T10# Nicoletta controls the position. Payne is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Nicoletta off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Payne (4) vs (14) Nicoletta#SUB# Payne is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Nicoletta defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined. #SUB# Payne is looking for a rear naked choke here but Nicoletta reverses the position brilliantly into Payne's guard!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Payne (4) vs (16) Nicoletta Nicoletta stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Payne swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T11# Nicoletta won't allow Payne to sweep him here. Payne wants to improve his position but instead Nicoletta has moved into half guard.
Payne trying to get back to full guard but Nicoletta takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Payne (4) vs (19) Nicoletta Nicoletta controlling from the full mount. #T12# Payne working to try and regain half guard.
Payne regains half guard. Nicoletta controlling the action here.#T13# Payne trying to control but Nicoletta postures up.
Nicoletta trying to control the pace. Payne is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T14# Nicoletta content to control rather than advance. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Payne tries to roll over but Nicoletta keeps him under control.
And that's the end of the fight! Nicoletta wins on points by 19 to 4. During a confident post fight interview, Casimiro Nicoletta thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
TWGC 43 (205lbs, D2): Las Vegas Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Oct 24, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 1 losses; Yorrick Bronson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Casimiro Nicoletta! The judges for this bout are Cecil Peabody, Frank Dennis and Alan Glass.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL# Bronson gets a clinch. #TD2# Nicoletta turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Bronson (0) vs (4) Nicoletta Bronson can't do much from the bottom here. A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet. Nicoletta's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige. Bronson is looking for a sweep. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. A lull in the action here as Nicoletta stalls from top position.#T1# Bronson is looking for a sweep. Bronson seems a little lost for a moment, as Nicoletta dominates the positioning.#T2# Bronson is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T3# Bronson is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard. Bronson has a hand on Nicoletta's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Nicoletta takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Bronson (0) vs (7) Nicoletta Nicoletta controlling from the full mount. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4# Bronson stops Nicoletta from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better. 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. Nicoletta tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T5# Nicoletta avoids the attempt from Bronson to control. Nicoletta controlling the position easily from mount. Bronson is just holding on here. Nicoletta manages to take his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Bronson (0) vs (10) Nicoletta#T6# Bronson trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble. Nicoletta slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Bronson trying to control the hands but Nicoletta won't let him. Nicoletta is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish. #T7# It looks like Nicoletta might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it. Nicoletta is continuing to stall.#T8# Bronson wants to escape the position.
Bronson is working hard here to advance position. Bronson is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Nicoletta.
Nicoletta is not going to allow Bronson to sit and survive in this position. #T9# Bronson rolls, trying to escape but Nicoletta keeps control of the position.
Nicoletta controls the action. Nicoletta gets his hands free as Bronson looks to control. Nicoletta controlling from the back.#T10# Bronson looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment. Well, with Nicoletta on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Bronson is tapping out... Can he escape the position?#T11# Nicoletta is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Nicoletta avoiding Bronson 's attempts to control his hands. #T12# Nicoletta has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Bronson's body.
Bronson tries to break free.
#T13# Nicoletta has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Bronson's body.
#T14# Bronson trying to control the position but Nicoletta manages to sink in the hooks. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Nicoletta biding his time, looking for the opening.
And that's the end of the fight! Nicoletta wins on points by 10 to 0. A very excited looking Casimiro Nicoletta 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:
TWGC 43 (205lbs, D2): Las Vegas Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Oct 23, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Casimiro Nicoletta! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Yuujiro Hanma! The judges for this bout are Stewart Dunkirk, Gwen Towbar and Robert Twigg.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way. Hanma slaps away a takedown attempt from Nicoletta, before circling back to the center of the mat. Nicoletta misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out. A telegraphed takedown attempt from Nicoletta is defended easily by Hanma. Nicoletta sets himself, and Hanma steps forward looking for the clinch! Nicoletta avoids it this time. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Casimiro Nicoletta. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2# Hanma clinches up with Nicoletta and pushes him back against the cage. Nicoletta is pressed up against the cage. Hanma has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Nicoletta down to the mat. Nicoletta avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. Nicoletta throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Hanma's waist but Hanma gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Nicoletta off to one side. Nicoletta misses with a takedown #CL2# and Hanma counters into the clinch. Nicely done. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Nicoletta prevents a takedown attempt there.
Nicoletta is looking for a takedown. Nicoletta is trying to drag Hanma to the mat but Hanma just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there. Nicoletta is trying to drag Hanma to the mat but Hanma just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.#T1# Hanma is trying to drag Nicoletta to the mat but Nicoletta just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there. Nicoletta is trying to drag Hanma to the mat but Hanma just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there. Nicoletta is looking for a takedown. Nicoletta 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. Hanma is working for takedown but Nicoletta is calmly controlling the position for now. Nicoletta is looking to take this one to the mat. Nicoletta is trying to drag Hanma to the mat but Hanma just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there. Hanma has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Nicoletta avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch. Hanma goes for a takedown in the clinch but Nicoletta prevents it.
Nicoletta wants a takedown but no success here.
Nicoletta drops down looking for an ankle pick but Hanma pulls his leg out and moves away.
#CL2# Hanma clinches up against the cage.#T2# Hanma gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Nicoletta.
Hanma is looking to take this one to the mat. Nicoletta drops down looking for an ankle pick but Hanma pulls his leg out and moves away.
Nicoletta misses with a takedown attempt #CL2# and Hanma holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch. Nicoletta is looking to take this one to the mat. Nicoletta can't get the takedown.
Nicoletta is breathing heavily.#TD# Nicoletta has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Hanma regains guard immediately. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Nicoletta (2) vs (0) Hanma The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Hanma has control of Nicoletta's left arm, preventing Nicoletta from doing any damage. Nicoletta trying to control but Hanma is working from the bottom. Hanma seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #T3# Hanma not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Hanma is adopting a defensive guard.#T4# The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily. Nicoletta's corner is telling him to maintain position. Hanma trying to control the position here. Hanma keeping full guard, as Nicoletta tries to pass. A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Hanma holds on and takes a little breather. Hanma looking to control.
#T5# Nicoletta seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. Nicoletta looking to pass the guard. Hanma is trying to control the position but Nicoletta postures up. Hanma has Nicoletta pulled in close to control his posture. Hanma is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent. Hanma seems keen to control Nicoletta's posture.#T6# Let's hope that Hanma 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. Hanma is trying to hold Nicoletta in close to prevent damage but Nicoletta has managed to pass into half guard.
Hanma wants to improve his position but Nicoletta is controlling well.
Hanma keeping control of the position. Hanma is trying to control but Nicoletta passes into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Nicoletta (5) vs (0) Hanma Hanma struggling a bit here. Hanma felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.#T7# Hanma is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Nicoletta's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#SUB# Nicoletta seems to be looking for submissions.
Hanma controlling the leg, holding on to half guard. Hanma trying to hold on to Nicoletta's head to control him but Nicoletta postures up.
Nicoletta is controlling the pace.
#T8# Hanma is trying to control but can't.
Hanma holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now. Nicoletta is thwarting Hanma's attempts to control the position.#T9# Hanma might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Nicoletta haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time. Hanma is trying to control but Nicoletta passes into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Nicoletta (8) vs (0) Hanma Nicoletta working away. Hanma is looking to reverse the position. Nicoletta taking a breather here. Hanma struggling a bit here.#T10# Nicoletta wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hanma keeps working. Nicoletta controls the position from side control. Hanma struggling a bit here. Nicoletta just content to control the position. Nicoletta working away.#T11# Hanma being controlled for a moment. Hanma controls the position for a moment. Nicoletta controlling the position. #T12# Hanma can't do much from the bottom here. Hanma is being controlled here. Nicoletta working away.#T13# Hanma stuck in half guard on the bottom here. Nicoletta is looking to take a break and control but Hanma is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. Hanma can't do much from the bottom here. Hanma keeps Nicoletta under control for a moment. Hanma struggling a bit here. Hanma isn't going anywhere.#T14# You can see the frustration on Hanma's face, being in this tough position on the bottom. A lull in the action here. Nicoletta working away. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight! Nicoletta takes the fight on points by 8 to 0. Casimiro Nicoletta decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
CFC CG 47
Date: Sep 28, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Casimiro Nicoletta! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Boyd Crowder! The judges for this bout are Robert Douchet, Dillan Fox and Yves DeLean.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious? Nicoletta shoots in but Crowder avoids the takedown attempt easily.#TD2# Crowder throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Nicoletta tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Crowder is in Nicoletta's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Nicoletta (0) vs (2) Crowder Nicoletta 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. Crowder wants to pass the guard but Nicoletta is keeping the position.#SUB# Nicoletta working for a triangle but Crowder defends it easily.
Crowder tries to free his leg and advance position but Nicoletta is retaining full guard. #SUB# Nicoletta escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Crowder gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB# Nicoletta looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB# Nicoletta is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB2# Crowder thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB2# Crowder drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Crowder jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB# Nicoletta working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Crowder doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Crowder manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T1##SUB2# Crowder drops back looking for a leg! Nicoletta is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Nicoletta manages to kick Crowder off! Crowder jumps back into Nicoletta's guard. Crowder passes Nicoletta's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #SUB# Nicoletta is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Crowder pulls his head out easily. #SUB2# Crowder is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB# Nicoletta looking for submissions from an awkward position here. Nicoletta tries to roll over but Crowder keeps him under control.#SUB# Nicoletta looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2# Crowder seems to be working for a kimura but Nicoletta defends the submission attempt.#T2##SUB2# Crowder 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# Nicoletta looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB# Nicoletta actively working from the bottom here.#SUB# Nicoletta actively working from the bottom here. Crowder tries to pass to full mount but Nicoletta defends it. #SUB2# Crowder wants to work for an arm triangle but Nicoletta is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB2# Crowder is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB2# Crowder wants to work for an arm triangle but Nicoletta is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#T3##SUB# Nicoletta looking for submissions off his back. Nicoletta gets full guard.#SUB# Nicoletta has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Crowder can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2# Crowder thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. Crowder slips nicely into half guard.#SUB# Nicoletta actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2# Nicoletta is defending against the submission attempts here by Crowder.
#SUB2# Crowder is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Nicoletta sees it coming and defends easily.#T4##SUB# Nicoletta looking for submissions from an awkward position here. Crowder wants to free his trapped foot but Nicoletta is holding on for dear life with his legs. #SUB# Nicoletta looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2# Crowder is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Nicoletta defends it well. #SUB# Nicoletta actively working from the bottom here.#SUB# Nicoletta looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2# Crowder is looking for a kimura but Nicoletta is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Crowder to get the leverage. #SUB2# Crowder wants to work for an arm triangle but Nicoletta is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB2# Crowder wants to work for an arm triangle but Nicoletta is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#T5##SUB# Nicoletta looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2# Crowder is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2# Crowder is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Crowder looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB# Nicoletta looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB# Nicoletta looking for submissions off his back. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Nicoletta regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB2# Crowder drops back looking for a leg! Nicoletta is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Nicoletta manages to kick Crowder off! Crowder jumps back into Nicoletta's guard. #T6##SUB2# Crowder is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #SUB2# Crowder is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #SUB2# Crowder drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Crowder jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB# Nicoletta looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB2# Crowder drops back looking for a leg! Nicoletta is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Nicoletta manages to kick Crowder off! Crowder jumps back into Nicoletta's guard. #SUB# Nicoletta escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Crowder gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB# Nicoletta working for a triangle but Crowder defends it easily.
#T7##SUB2# Crowder drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Crowder jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. Crowder pushing down on Nicoletta's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. Nicoletta wants to improve his position but Crowder is controlling well.
#SUB2# Crowder is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB2# Crowder is looking for a kimura but Nicoletta is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Crowder to get the leverage. Nicoletta tries to get to full guard but Crowder has control of the leg. #SUB# Nicoletta looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2# Crowder is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB# Nicoletta actively working from the bottom here.#T8##SUB# Nicoletta is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Crowder pulls his head out easily. #SUB# Nicoletta looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2# Crowder seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB# Nicoletta is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Crowder pulls his head out easily. #SUB2# Crowder is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB2# Nicoletta is defending against the submission attempts here by Crowder.
#SUB2# Crowder seems to be working for a kimura but Nicoletta defends the submission attempt.#T9##SUB# Nicoletta actively working from the bottom here.#SUB# Nicoletta looking for submissions from an awkward position here. Nicoletta is looking to improve his position.
#SUB2# Crowder 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.
Nicoletta tries to get to full guard but Crowder has control of the leg. #SUB# Nicoletta looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2# Crowder seems to be looking for submissions.
#T10##SUB# Nicoletta looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB# Nicoletta looking for submissions off his back. Crowder passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Nicoletta! Score +3 for passing guard: Nicoletta (0) vs (5) Crowder#SUB2# Crowder is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Nicoletta to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Nicoletta shrugs it off. #SUB2# Crowder is working for a guillotine from mount but Nicoletta frees his head quite easily.
#SUB2# Crowder jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Nicoletta manages to avoid the submission attempt. Nicoletta tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Crowder wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB2# Crowder looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #T11# Nicoletta is trying to improve his position. Nicoletta is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#SUB# Nicoletta looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB# Nicoletta looking for submissions off his back. Nicoletta is breathing heavily.#SUB2# Crowder seems to be working for a kimura but Nicoletta defends the submission attempt.#SUB2# Crowder is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Nicoletta sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2# Crowder seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB# Nicoletta is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Crowder pulls his head out easily. #T12##SUB# Nicoletta looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB# Nicoletta looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2# Crowder 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.
Nicoletta tries to get to full guard but Crowder has control of the leg. #SUB2# Crowder wants to work for an arm triangle but Nicoletta is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB2# Crowder wants to work for an arm triangle but Nicoletta is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Nicoletta tries to roll over but Crowder keeps him under control.#T13##SUB2# Nicoletta is defending against the submission attempts here by Crowder.
#SUB# Nicoletta looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2# Crowder is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Nicoletta has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB# Nicoletta looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB# Nicoletta looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2# Crowder is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB2# Crowder 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.
#T14##SUB# Nicoletta looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB# Nicoletta actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2# Crowder is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB2# Crowder is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB# Nicoletta looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB# Nicoletta is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Crowder pulls his head out easily.
And that's the end of the fight! Crowder wins on points by 5 to 0. |
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Event:
DMMA 289 Mumba vs Nicoletta
Date: Feb 04, 2024 |
#R1# Nice cross by Mumba.#CUT#It looks like Casimiro Nicoletta has been cut. Nicoletta is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot. Mumba connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Nicoletta's hands. Mumba throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Mumba waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Nicoletta. Nicoletta looks to land a right hand but Mumba moved out of range. Mumba cracks Nicoletta on the jaw with a powerful right hand and Nicoletta falls backwards against the cage. Mumba follows up with more strikes that drop Nicoletta to his knees. Mumba keeps the pressure on and the referee jumps in to save Nicoletta! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Kwawi Mumba! An out of breath Kwawi Mumba 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 281 Okongwu vs Zhdanov
Date: Jan 13, 2024 |
#R1# Nicoletta slips a straight right by Hardman. Nicoletta throws an overhand right that lands on Hardman's shoulder, as Hardman tries to avoid the shot. Hardman moves out of range of the body kick from Nicoletta.
Hardman on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere. Nicoletta 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. A clash of legs there as Hardman blocks the low kick. Hardman tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away. Hardman throws a poor cross that misses
#KD# and Nicoletta counters with a crisp right hand that drops Hardman! Nicoletta lets Hardman back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#ROC#Hardman is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Brock Hardman has been cut. A shot to the body from Hardman misses and Nicoletta counters with a nice uppercut. Hardman is still on wobbly legs! Can Nicoletta finish him? The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so! Nicoletta steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Hardman. Hardman on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Nicoletta. Nicoletta obviously looking to wear him down.
Hardman dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Hardman seems to have recovered his senses. Nicoletta moves away from the strike by Hardman. Nicoletta lands a nice shot to the body.
Brock Hardman seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Nicoletta lands a nice looking body shot.
Nicoletta keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Hardman connects with a looping right hand.
#CUT2#It looks like Casimiro Nicoletta has been cut. Nicoletta lands a jab to the nose. Nicoletta throws a big shot that misses. Hardman now looks to counter with a shot at the body.#T1# Nicoletta throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Nicoletta thows a left - swing and a miss! Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Nicoletta. Hardman rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Nicoletta counters with a lovely straight right hand! A looping hook to the body misses from Hardman. Nicoletta does a little dance to reset his feet. Nicoletta uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hardman.
Hardman throws an off balance right hand
#KD# and Nicoletta counters with a crisp right hand that drops Hardman! Nicoletta lets Hardman back up to his feet, looking for a finish! A looping hook to the body misses from Hardman. Nicoletta does a little dance to reset his feet. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Jab, jab by Hardman - just one landing. Today's fight clock is brought to you by... OOOH that's a huge shot by Nicoletta! Hardman is in big trouble here - the ref steps in to save him and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Casimiro Nicoletta! Our winner, Casimiro Nicoletta, 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 275 Christmas Eve
Date: Dec 24, 2023 |
#R1# Shifter takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
A punch lands to the side of Shifter 's head but he takes it in his stride. Nicoletta lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.#KD# Nicoletta cracks Shifter with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Nicoletta has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Shifter to stand back up!#ROC#Shifter is rocked! Nicoletta 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. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Nicoletta misses with a leg kick #TD2# and Shifter counters with a shoot takedown. Nicoletta fights it but they end up in guard. Nicoletta has his feet on Shifter's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work. Shifter tries to clinch up. Shifter goes for a double leg but Nicoletta avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Nicoletta continues to drive forward. Nicoletta throws a hook to the side of Shifter's head but Shifter sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T1# Shifter keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Nicoletta. Nicoletta keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl. Shifter tries to clinch up but Nicoletta circles away and keeps his distance. Nicoletta fires out a quick counter leg kick but Shifter just manages to avoid it. Shifter uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Nicoletta.#CL# Nicoletta moves into the clinch. Nicoletta works on Shifter's body with a couple of short punches. Nicoletta misses with the head strike.
Nicoletta stops a takedown attempt from Shifter.
Casimiro Nicoletta has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Shape Shifter.#T2##BC# Nicoletta pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL# Nicoletta closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. Shifter looking for a takedown. #TD2# Shifter has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Nicoletta regains guard immediately. Shifter trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Nicoletta is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. Shifter throws a big elbow that misses. Shifter is looking to work some ground and pound but Nicoletta has wrist control. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2# Shifter drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Nicoletta dives on top into guard.#REVR# The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB2# Shifter is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB2# Nicoletta got a little sloppy there for a moment and Shifter has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Nicoletta has managed to get both his arms back between Shifter's legs - danger averted.#T3##SUB2# Shifter is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Nicoletta defends well.#SUB2# Shifter looking for subs off his back but Nicoletta has passed one foot through into half guard.
#SUB2# Shifter has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Nicoletta escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Nicoletta! Shifter is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#SU# Nicoletta stands up from half guard. #T4##CL# Nicoletta moves into the clinch. Shifter fails to pull guard.
Shifter goes for a takedown in the clinch but Nicoletta prevents it.
#TD2# Shifter gets control of Nicoletta's arms and successfully pulls guard. Shifter will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back. Shifter wants to sweep here but Nicoletta controlling him for the moment. #SUB2# Shifter throws his legs up looking for a submission but Nicoletta uses it to pass to side control.
Shifter is positioning himself to get back to half guard. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Casimiro Nicoletta dominated that round. That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2# Nicoletta misses with a low kick.
Shifter tries to counter with a clinch but Nicoletta shakes him off and moves away.#KD# Nicoletta sends Shifter crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Nicoletta is motioning to the referee to let Shifter up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet! Shifter is still on wobbly legs! Can Nicoletta finish him? Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.#TD2# Shifter gets a takedown into half guard. Shifter seems to have recovered his senses. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB2# Shifter is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB2# Shifter is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Nicoletta pushes Shifter off looking to stand but Shifter dives back in and keeps control.
#T1##SUB2# Shifter has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Nicoletta defend it? Shifter steps over the head and cranks it - Nicoletta is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Shifter!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:08 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Shape Shifter! |
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Event:
DMMA 266 Fisher vs Grant
Date: Nov 26, 2023 |
#R1# Nicoletta connects with a good right hand that stumbles Ruyjini. Ruyjini circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#CUT#It looks like Ki Ruyjini has been cut. Ruyjini loads up on a big right hand but Nicoletta slips the punch. Ruyjini checks the leg kick. Nicoletta looks to score with a jab to the body but Ruyjini is just out of range. Ruyjini misses with a straight left. A chopping leg kick lands by Ruyjini. #CL# Nicoletta gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here. Nicoletta misses with a hook from the clinch. Ruyjini blocks a body shot from Nicoletta. Ruyjini struggles to land a body shot inside as Nicoletta controls his hands.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ruyjini. #BC2# Ruyjini manages to break the clinch.
Nicoletta sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs. Ruyjini throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Nicoletta misses with the body kick letting Ruyjini counter with a right hand. Nicoletta avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Ruyjini 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. Nicoletta blocks a head kick by Ruyjini.
Nicoletta misses with a hook. Ruyjini ducked under it nicely. This has been an exciting period of action! A chopping leg kick lands by Nicoletta. #T1# Ruyjini throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Nicoletta sees it coming and avoids it easily.#CL2# Ruyjini moves into the clinch. Nicoletta scores with a shoulder strike. Nicoletta lands a left hand.
Nicoletta throws a head punch that misses. Ruyjini tries a body shot but Nicoletta blocks it.
Nicoletta lands a right hand. Nicoletta digs a right hand into Ruyjini's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Ruyjini's gas tank. With the fighters clinched against the cage, Nicoletta creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Ruyjini misses with a punch on the inside.
Nicoletta cracks Ruyjini with a nice body shot. A shot in the inside from Nicoletta. A head punch on the inside from Nicoletta fails to land. Nicoletta blocking some punches.
Nicoletta blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Nicoletta pushes Ruyjini back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Ruyjini misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A head punch on the inside from Ruyjini fails to land. Nicoletta lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage. Nicoletta working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Nicoletta has a couple of punches blocked by Ruyjini.
#T2# Ruyjini misses with a hook from the clinch. Ruyjini lands a left hand.
Nicoletta lands on the inside with an uppercut. Nicoletta lands a nice uppercut. Nicoletta throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges. Nicoletta can't find room to land a body shot as Ruyjini controls the action.
A head punch on the inside from Ruyjini fails to land. A head punch on the inside from Ruyjini fails to land. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ruyjini. Ruyjini fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Ruyjini misses with a short punch on the inside. Ruyjini trying to control the position but instead, Nicoletta has worked for underhooks and has pushed Ruyjini into the cage. A right hook to the body lands for Nicoletta.
Ruyjini looks winded! Nicoletta scores with a shoulder strike. Ruyjini tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Nicoletta softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. Nicoletta swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Ruyjini tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Nicoletta stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body. A short right hand to the side of the head by Nicoletta. Nicoletta swings away with an uppercut that misses.
#T3# Nicoletta lands a body punch in the clinch. Nicoletta struggles to land a body shot inside as Ruyjini controls his hands.
Nicoletta lands a left hand that snaps the head of Ruyjini backwards. A right handed body shot lands from Nicoletta.
Nicoletta tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Nicoletta lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Nicoletta throws a punch but it's blocked by Ruyjini. Ruyjini blocks a body shot from Nicoletta. A short left from Nicoletta. Nicoletta lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Ruyjini. Ruyjini blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A head punch on the inside from Nicoletta fails to land. Ruyjini prevents a body shot from Nicoletta. Nicoletta working some nice short punches in the clinch. Nicoletta lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Ruyjini backwards. Ruyjini lands a hook to the side of the head. Nicoletta lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Ruyjini backwards. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Nicoletta makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. Nicoletta digs a right hand into Ruyjini's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Ruyjini's gas tank. Nicoletta working aggressively here.
Nicoletta misses with a punch to the body.
Nicoletta tries to throw a body punch but Ruyjini avoids it by throwing Nicoletta back against the cage. #T4# Nicoletta lands with a short shot to the head. Nicoletta tries to throw a body punch but Ruyjini avoids it by throwing Nicoletta back against the cage. Nicoletta lands an uppercut. Ruyjini misses with a punch to the body.
Ruyjini tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Nicoletta's elbow. Nicoletta swings wildly with an uppercut but Ruyjini uses good head movement to avoid it. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Nicoletta. Nicoletta fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Nicoletta struggles to land a body shot inside as Ruyjini controls his hands.
Nice body punch from Nicoletta. A body shot lands from Nicoletta.
Nicoletta blocking some punches.
Nicoletta can't find room to land a body shot as Ruyjini controls the action.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky. Nicoletta lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Ruyjini backwards. A short left from Nicoletta. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Nicoletta blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Nicoletta lands with a left to the head. Nicoletta pushes Ruyjini back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. Nicoletta misses with a punch on the inside.
Nicoletta scores with a shoulder strike. #ROC#Ruyjini is rocked! And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Casimiro Nicoletta dominated that round. The cut man is working on Ki Ruyjini's cut. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2# Nicoletta connects with a body shot. Nicoletta misses with a body kick. Nicoletta throws a body kick but he wasn't in range. Ruyjini takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Ruyjini is still on wobbly legs! Can Nicoletta finish him? Nicoletta throws an uppercut from hell that sends Ruyjini clean off his feet! He's out cold! Nicoletta stands back and admires his work as he thinks about that KO of the night award that is surely being wrapped up for him back stage.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:22 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Casimiro Nicoletta! Casimiro Nicoletta 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 262
Date: Nov 10, 2023 |
#R1# Tofail throws a hook but Nicoletta avoids it easily. Nicoletta connects with a single shot there. Tofail lands a glancing blow to the side of Nicoletta's head. Tofail avoids a lazy jab quite easily. And an attempted straight right on the counter from Tofail! But no joy. Nicoletta scores with a hook. Tofail ducks under a wild hook from Nicoletta. Tofail swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nicoletta takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Tofail scores with a sloppy right hand. Nicoletta should have avoided that one. Nicoletta tries to clinch up and Tofail counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Tofail swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Nicoletta is looking to counter punch. Nicoletta misses with a body kick. Nicoletta misses with a leg kick and Tofail counters with a stiff right hand. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Tofail moves out of range as Nicoletta throws a body kick.
A little jabbing left from Tofail on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T1# Tofail cracks Nicoletta with an open hand slap. Tofail scores with a punch to the head. Tofail misses with a jab to the body
enabling Nicoletta to counter with a crisp jab. Tofail misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Nicoletta.
Nicoletta 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. Tofail rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Nicoletta moves out of range and avoids them all easily. Nicoletta takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming. Nicoletta throws a sloppy head kick and Tofail counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body. Nicoletta throws out a loose jab but Tofail uses good head movement to avoid it. Nice cross by Tofail. Tofail scores with a nice body kick.
Tofail misses with a hook. Nicoletta ducked under it nicely. Nicoletta swings for the body but Tofail moves out of range.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Nicoletta tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tofail was well out of range. Poor timing from Nicoletta. Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Nicoletta. Tofail throws out a counter right but Nicoletta avoids it with no problem. Nicoletta misses the shot to the body. #T2# Nicoletta misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tofail.
Nice defenses there by Tofail. Nicoletta bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Nicoletta tries to close the distance and clinch up but Tofail swats him away and circles back towards the center. Tofail is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Nicoletta had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush. Nicoletta just misses with a punch to the body.
Tofail throws out a counter right but Nicoletta avoids it with no problem. Nicoletta throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Nicoletta crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Tofail - the referee stops the clock and Nicoletta gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Tofail. Nicoletta manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes. Tofail avoids a low kick by using good footwork. Nicoletta takes a swing at Tofail's ribcage but misses. Nicoletta walks into a stiff left hand from Tofail. Tobig Tofail seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Good exchange - Tofail coming out on top. Nicoletta throws a jab when Tofail was well out of range. Tofail digs a good hook to Nicoletta's body.
Tofail tries to land a body kick and Nicoletta counters with a right hand to the body. Nicoletta walks into a left hand. #T3# Tofail slips a jab from Nicoletta. Nicoletta ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tofail moves away. Nicoletta swings for the body but Tofail moves out of range.
Tofail misses with a body shot.
Nicoletta has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Nicoletta there as he acknowledges the shot. Decent striking displayed by Tofail there. Tofail misses with a right hand #CL# and Nicoletta holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch. Nicoletta doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tofail is trying to push Nicoletta away but Nicoletta has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere. Tofail blocks a punch to the side of the head.
#BC2# Tofail pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Tofail bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Nicoletta throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Nicoletta avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Nicoletta takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
#T4# Nicoletta ducks under a wild hook from Tofail. Tofail keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tofail lands with a hook. Nicoletta tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. Tofail connects with a jab. This has been an exciting period of action! Nicoletta misses with a straight right. Tofail stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush. Tofail fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Nicoletta has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage. Nicoletta lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Tofail at a distance.
Nicoletta takes a shot to the body in his stride.
A looping hook to the body misses from Nicoletta. Tofail does a little dance to reset his feet. Tofail catches Nicoletta with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong! The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Tofail scores with a punch to the head. Nicoletta misses the shot to the body. Nicoletta throws an off balance right hand
and Tofail counters with a nice body shot. Tofail slips under a jab from Nicoletta. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Tobig Tofail dominated that round. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2# Tofail throws a body kick despite being completely out of range and Nicoletta counters with a nice uppercut. Tofail uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook. Nicoletta is looking to land body kicks. Tofail throws out a token jab with nothing on it. It looked like Nicoletta wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. Nicoletta has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ. Tofail misses with a right hand and Nicoletta connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Tofail cracks Nicoletta with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd. Tofail connects with a single shot there. Nicoletta ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tofail moves away. Nicoletta throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. Tofail looks like he wants to counter punch here. Tofail lands a lovely overhand right. Tofail bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Nicoletta's head. Tofail takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Tofail connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt. Tofail wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection. Tobig Tofail seems to be getting the better of the standup. Tofail's jab looks to have found its range, popping Nicoletta under the eye.#T1# Tofail swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. It looked like Nicoletta wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. Nicoletta defending well as Tofail loads up on a big left hand. Nicoletta ducks under a wild hook from Tofail. A swing and a miss from Nicoletta. The crowd cheers as Tofail lands an impressive looking overhand right. Nicoletta doesn't seem phased though. Donk. Tofail catches Nicoletta right on the button with a cross. Tofail lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Nicoletta at a distance.
Nicoletta throws a good cross that connects.
Nicoletta throws a leg kick that misses. Donk. Tofail catches Nicoletta right on the button with a cross. Nicoletta takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Tofail pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Nicoletta is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Tofail. Nicoletta turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick. Nicoletta digs a good body shot into Tofail's ribs.#T2# This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Tofail blocks a head kick by Nicoletta.
Nice uppercut there from Tofail. Tofail throws a lazy uppercut
and Nicoletta counters with a nice body kick. Nicoletta thuds a left hand into Tofail's body. Nicoletta throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Tofail smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button. Nicoletta closes the distance but Tofail moves to the side and Tofail counters with a lovely straight right hand! Nicoletta throws a jab but it's blocked by Tofail. Nice shot by Tofail. Tofail throws a lazy uppercut
and Nicoletta counters with a straight punch to the midsection.#CL# Nicoletta clinches with his opponent.
#BC2# Tofail escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Tofail jabs Nicoletta to the body, keeping him at a distance.#T3# Nicoletta swings away with a leg kick that misses. Nicoletta tries to close the distance and clinch but Tofail swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. Nicoletta looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Tofail throws an overhand right that lands on Nicoletta's shoulder, as Nicoletta tries to avoid the shot. Nicoletta moves forwards but Tofail connects with a nice, crisp jab. Nicoletta slips under a jab from Tofail. Nicoletta misses with the body kick and Tofail counters with a nice uppercut. Nicoletta misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Tofail counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. Nicoletta tries to clinch up. Nicoletta takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Tofail swings for the body but Nicoletta moves out of range.
A slapping leg kick lands for Nicoletta.
Tofail throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Nicoletta sees it coming and avoids it easily. Tofail fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Nicoletta on the side of the head.#T4# Tofail throws a jab when Nicoletta was well out of range. Tofail misses with a body kick. Nicoletta is looking to counter punch.#CL# Nicoletta moves into the clinch successfully.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Nicoletta swings wildly with an uppercut but Tofail uses good head movement to avoid it. Nicoletta scores with an uppercut up the middle. Nicoletta tries to throw a body punch but Tofail avoids it by throwing Nicoletta back against the cage. Nicoletta misses with a short punch on the inside. Nicoletta fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Nicoletta swings wildly with an uppercut but Tofail uses good head movement to avoid it. Nicoletta 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 head punch blocked on the inside by Tofail. Tofail takes a shot to the head. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Nicoletta lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Tofail or not. Nicoletta misses with a punch to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Tobig Tofail showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3# Tofail bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Tofail scores with a punch to the head. Nicoletta throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Nicoletta misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tofail.
Tofail connects with a crisp jab. Tofail swings for the body but Nicoletta moves out of range.
Tofail connects with a single shot there. Tofail connects with a crisp jab. Nicoletta throws out a loose jab but Tofail uses good head movement to avoid it. Nicoletta with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Tofail to score with a decent uppercut. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Nicoletta swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nicoletta is looking to clinch but Tofail is avoiding it.
A telegraphed right hand from Nicoletta misses the target. Tofail follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land. Tofail lands with a kick to the ribs.
A jab lands there for Nicoletta.#T1# Tofail tries to land a front kick but Nicoletta steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed. Tofail misses with a hook
#CL# and Nicoletta counters by moving into the clinch. Tofail has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Tofail looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now. Tofail blocks an uppercut.
Nicoletta tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tofail's elbow. With the fighters clinched against the cage, Nicoletta creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Nicoletta goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
#BC2# Tofail escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Tofail is looking to land body kicks. Tofail lands a jab to the nose. Nicoletta tried to score with a low kick but Tofail checks it. The fighters circle momentarily. Nicoletta darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch. Nicoletta on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Tofail throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T2# A cross from Tofail lands. Tofail looks to score with a jab to the body but Nicoletta is just out of range. Nicoletta motions for Tofail to come forward. Nicoletta throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. Nicoletta takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Nicoletta misses with a body shot.
Nicoletta misses with an attempted mid kick.
Tofail connects with a crisp jab. Casimiro Nicoletta has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Tofail ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. A chopping leg kick lands by Nicoletta. Tofail connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Nicoletta momentarily.
Tofail is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot. Tofail moves out of range of the strikes. Tofail lands with an uppercut that bounces Nicoletta off the cage and back into range. Tofail connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. #T3# Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Nicoletta. Tofail dips to his left and cracks Nicoletta with an uppercut! Nicoletta misses with a body kick. Nice shot lands for Tofail. Nicoletta throws a low kick but it's checked well by Tofail. The fight stays on the outside here - Nicoletta looks like he's thinking about clinching though. Nicoletta lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range. Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Nicoletta. Nicoletta lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Tofail tries to land a front kick but Nicoletta steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed. Tofail swats away the attempt to clinch by Nicoletta.#T4# Jab, jab by Tofail - just one landing. Nicoletta tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Tofail bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. A big right from Nicoletta misses. A little jabbing left from Tofail on the counter but it doesn't find it's target. Tofail uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Nicoletta.
Nicoletta throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land. Nicoletta looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Nicoletta staying out of range there. Tofail scores with a jab to the head.
Tofail lands with a hook. Nicoletta tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. Tofail bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Nicoletta's head backwards. Nicoletta misses with a body kick.
And that's the end of the fight! Tobig Tofail comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I've got Tofail 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 Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 27:30 Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 27:30 Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Tobig Tofail! After the fight, Tobig Tofail was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly. |
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Event:
DMMA 249 Nickel vs Widenose
Date: Oct 15, 2023 |
#R1# Nicoletta scoring well with a low kick there.
That kick from Nicoletta tenderised Zimmerman's leg. Zimmerman is trying to keep his angry face on. Nicoletta motions for Zimmerman to come forward. Nicoletta throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. #TD# Zimmerman decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard. Zimmerman is looking to advance position but Nicoletta won't allow it. Zimmerman is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Nicoletta reverses the position - he's now on top in Zimmerman's guard. #SUB# Zimmerman throws his legs up looking for a submission but Nicoletta uses it to pass to side control.
Zimmerman sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard. Nicoletta prevents Zimmerman from improving his position.#T1# Zimmerman is looking to get back to full guard here but Nicoletta has managed to pass to side control instead. Zimmerman tries to improve position but can't. Zimmerman is working hard here to advance position.#SU2# Nicoletta decides to stand up, so the ref orders Zimmerman to his feet. A low kick from Nicoletta is predictable there #TD# and Zimmerman counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. Nicoletta wriggles free and stands up. Zimmerman on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Nicoletta. Nicoletta obviously looking to wear him down.
Nicoletta throws a leg kick #TD# and Zimmerman counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. #T2# The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB# Zimmerman is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Nicoletta has managed to free his arm - good work. Zimmerman sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Nicoletta defending well though. #SUB# Zimmerman is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB# Zimmerman is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Zimmerman missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #T3# Nicoletta looks like he's trying to stand up.
#SUB# Zimmerman is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB# Zimmerman is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Nicoletta sees it coming and defends easily. Nicoletta is trying to stand up here but Zimmerman is controlling him well. Zimmerman throwing shots but Nicoletta is blocking nicely. #SUB# Zimmerman is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Nicoletta has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB# Zimmerman is working for a kimura but Nicoletta is defending it quite comfortably.
#T4# The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action. Zimmerman wants to pass to mount but Nicoletta is defending the position. #SUB# Zimmerman is looking for a kimura here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB# Zimmerman is trying to work for a kimura but Nicoletta is defending well.
#SUB# Zimmerman is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Nicoletta doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Zimmerman. Nicoletta wants to get back to his feet. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Casimiro Nicoletta will probably get the nod. That's time! Zimmerman's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2# Nicoletta moves into range and connects with a jab. #CUT2#It looks like Moritz Zimmerman has been cut. Nicoletta defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Zimmerman. A low kick from Nicoletta misses #TD# and Zimmerman counters with a nice double leg into half guard. #SUB# Zimmerman is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Nicoletta doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Zimmerman. #SUB# Zimmerman is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Nicoletta is just riding it out for now. Zimmerman eventually gives up the hold. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Zimmerman prevents Nicoletta from standing back up.
#T1##SUB# Zimmerman is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Nicoletta defends it well. Nicoletta tries to kick Zimmerman off but Zimmerman keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. Zimmerman is looking to advance position but Nicoletta won't allow it. #SUB# Zimmerman is trying to work for a kimura but Nicoletta is defending well.
Zimmerman drops an elbow to the side of Nicoletta's head. Nicoletta is trying to stand back up but Zimmerman is controlling him
#T2# My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer. Zimmerman is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Nicoletta! Zimmerman throws some wild stikes that Nicoletta manages to avoid easily.
Nicoletta's corner are shouting for him to stand up but that's bad cornering - how is he meant to stand up when he's mounted? He should be looking to improve his position on the ground before trying to stand back up. Nicoletta blocking the ground and pound. Zimmerman with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
#SUB# Zimmerman jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Nicoletta is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Nicoletta and Zimmerman has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Zimmerman tries to score with some ground and pound. Nicoletta controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage. #SUB# Zimmerman swings around for an armbar but Nicoletta sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Zimmerman's guard.#SUB# Zimmerman looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Nicoletta passes into half guard.
#SUB# Zimmerman actively working from the bottom here.#T3# Zimmerman is looking for a sweep. Nicoletta is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. Zimmerman misses with some strikes from the bottom.
Zimmerman trying to get back to full guard but Nicoletta takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Zimmerman is looking to get to half guard. Zimmerman is trying to reverse the position but instead Nicoletta has taken his back - oops! Zimmerman wants to escape the position.
#T4# Nicoletta doesn't have the hooks in and Zimmerman manages to turn into his guard.
Nicoletta keeping full guard, as Zimmerman tries to pass. Zimmerman stops Nicoletta from standing up. Moritz Zimmerman overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Zimmerman wants to pass the guard but Nicoletta is keeping the position.#SUB# Zimmerman is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Nicoletta is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Nicoletta has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB##SUB# Zimmerman looking for subs off his back but Nicoletta has passed one foot through into half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Zimmerman is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. 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 Moritz Zimmerman will probably get the nod. The cut man is working on Moritz Zimmerman's cut. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3# Zimmerman keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Nicoletta defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Zimmerman. Casimiro Nicoletta seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Zimmerman has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Nicoletta finds it's way round the side to connect with Zimmerman's head. Nicoletta looks to throw the jab but Zimmerman is out of range. Nicoletta tries a low kick but Zimmerman avoids it. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Zimmerman fails with a takedown attempt from distance. A thudding body kick lands there by Nicoletta!
Nice takedown defense from Nicoletta. No joy for Zimmerman on that attempt. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Moritz Zimmerman. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1# Zimmerman takes one on the button. Zimmerman shoots in looking for a takedown but Nicoletta manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Zimmerman's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away. Zimmerman shoots in looking for a takedown. Nicoletta tries to sprawl out of it but Zimmerman keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Nicoletta manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. Nicoletta was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind. Nicoletta scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one. Zimmerman looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#T2# Nicoletta throws a hook but Zimmerman blocks it. Nicoletta looks to land a right hand but Zimmerman moved out of range. Casimiro Nicoletta is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Nicoletta throws a hook to the side of Zimmerman's head but Zimmerman sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Nicoletta stuffs the takedown. Nicoletta throws a leg kick but Zimmerman sees it coming and moves out of range. Zimmerman tries to score a power double leg takedown but Nicoletta sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Zimmerman somewhat.#T3# Zimmerman checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time. Nicoletta misses with a hook. Zimmerman attempts a counter takedown but Nicoletta avoids it well and moves away. No luck with that takedown attempt from Zimmerman. Nicoletta appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.#CL2# Nicoletta pushes Zimmerman up against the cage in a clinch.#T4# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd. Nicoletta lands a hook to the side of the head. Zimmerman is trying to pull guard but Nicoletta turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch. Nicoletta misses with a punch to the body.
Zimmerman blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Nicoletta stops a takedown attempt from Zimmerman.
Nicoletta lands with a left to the head. Zimmerman wants a takedown.
Nicoletta lands a right hand. Nicoletta swings away with an uppercut that misses.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Nicoletta creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. An uppercut to the body lands inside from Nicoletta. Both fighters are breathing heavily. Nicoletta lands with a right to the head. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Nicoletta lands on the inside with an uppercut. Nicoletta lands a body shot in the clinch.
Still in the clinch, Nicoletta scores with a nice short uppercut. Nicoletta lands a shoulder strike. Nicoletta lands on the inside with an uppercut.
And that's the end of the fight! Casimiro Nicoletta comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I think Nicoletta 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 Paul Gruel scores the fight 27:30 Judge Roger Salmon scores the fight 27:29 Judge Micheangelo Fripello scores the fight 27:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Casimiro Nicoletta! Casimiro Nicoletta 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 239 Doomsday vs Nakamura
Date: Sep 17, 2023 |
#R1##CL# Nicoletta moves into the clinch. Nicoletta misses with a hook from the clinch. Nicoletta gets through Mamar's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#BC# Nicoletta manages to break the clinch.
Nicoletta scoring well with a low kick there.
Nicoletta keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Mamar takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Nicoletta displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Mamar throws out the jab. Nicoletta throws a looping overhand right but Mamar ducks down to avoid it. Mamar throws out a counter right but Nicoletta avoids it with no problem. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Nicoletta lands a glancing blow to the side of Mamar's head. Nicoletta swings widly with a right hand
letting Mamar counter with a right hand. #CUT2#It looks like Casimiro Nicoletta has been cut. Nicoletta scores with a leg kick.
#T1# Mamar tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him. Nicoletta fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Mamar. Nicoletta 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.#CL# Nicoletta drives through and clinches with Mamar against the cage.
Nicoletta lands with a light punch inside. Nicoletta misses with a hook from the clinch. Nicoletta misses with the head strike.
Mamar working hard to break the clinch. Mamar wants to break the clinch but can't.
Mamar wants to break free but Nicoletta has control.
Nicoletta swings wildly with an uppercut but Mamar uses good head movement to avoid it. Nicoletta scores with a shot to the side of Mamar's head. #T2##BC# Nicoletta breaks the clinch.
A slapping leg kick lands for Nicoletta.
Nicoletta throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Mamar unleashes a big counter combination but Nicoletta bobs and weaves and avoids any damage. Mamar on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Nicoletta's corner calls for a 1-2. Nicoletta obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Mamar avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Nicoletta moves out of range as Mamar strikes. Casimiro Nicoletta seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Mamar takes a kick to the body and keeps moving. Mamar throws a lazy uppercut
and Nicoletta counters with a lovely straight right hand! Mamar takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
#T3# Nicoletta swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Mamar. Nicoletta scores with a crisp jab that stopped Mamar in his tracks. Donk. Nicoletta catches Mamar right on the button with a cross. Nicoletta 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. Mamar appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body. Nicoletta throws a shot from downtown. Mamar moves away and avoids it. Despite the aggression on Mamar's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter. Nicoletta scores with a jab. Mamar acknowledges it with a nod of the head. Nicoletta throws a nice inside leg kick. Nicoletta throws a head kick that Mamar semi-blocks.
Mamar slips a straight right by Nicoletta.#T4# Nicoletta bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Mamar's head backwards. Mamar gets cracked there but stands up to it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Nice uppercut lands for Nicoletta. That snapped Mamar's head back.
Nicoletta 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.
Nicoletta throws out a powerful jab. Mamar drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles. Nicoletta blocks a jab.#KD# Nicoletta lands a big head kick that sends Mamar tumbling to the mat! Nicoletta takes a step backwards and waves Mamar back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC#Mamar is rocked! And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Casimiro Nicoletta dominated that round. The cut man is working on Casimiro Nicoletta's cut. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2# A chopping leg kick lands by Nicoletta. Nicoletta throws a wild body kick that Mamar sees coming a mile off. Mamar looks to score with a jab to the body but Nicoletta is just out of range. An inside leg kick lands from Nicoletta. Mamar waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Nicoletta. Nicoletta connects with a single shot there. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Mamar misses with a hook
and Nicoletta counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Nicoletta lands with a hook. Mamar tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. Nicoletta avoids the body shot from Mamar.
#T1# Nicoletta throws an off balance right hand
and Mamar counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Nicoletta tests Mamar's chin there with a solid looking shot. Nicoletta scoring well with a low kick there.
Nicoletta's corner calls for a 1-2. Nicoletta obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. Nicoletta fakes the leg kick and cracks Mamar in the body. Nicoletta with the inside leg kick. Mamar takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#CL# Nicoletta takes the fight into the clinch. #T2##BC2# Mamar breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
A nice leg kick lands there from Nicoletta. This has been an exciting period of action! Nicoletta scores with a spinning back kick! A big left from Nicoletta misses. A little jabbing left from Mamar on the counter but it doesn't find it's target. Mamar misses with a hook
and Nicoletta counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. Nicoletta throws an off balance right hand
and Mamar counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Mamar loads up on a big right hand but Nicoletta slips the punch. Nicoletta fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Mamar.#T3# Nicoletta scores with a nice right hand.
Nicoletta scoring well with a low kick there.
Nicoletta throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Mamar is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Nicoletta with a body shot. Casimiro Nicoletta is winning the standup battle so far. Nicoletta misses with a looping left. An inside leg kick from Nicoletta misses. Mamar has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Nicoletta finds it's way round the side to connect with Mamar's head. Nicoletta with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Nicoletta misses with a left hand and Mamar counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Mamar 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. Nicoletta feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Mamars jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!#T4# Nicoletta swings widly with a right hand
and Mamar counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. Nicoletta takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Nicoletta darts in and out, connecting with a jab. Mamar's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down. A slapping body kick lands there for Nicoletta. A nice inside leg kick there by Nicoletta. That's going to slow Mamar down. Nicoletta is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Mamar can do to turn this around? A kick lands to the mid section there for Nicoletta. Nicoletta takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away. Nicoletta chopping away at his opponent's legs.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Casimiro Nicoletta dominated that second round. The cut man is working on Casimiro Nicoletta's cut. That's time! Nicoletta's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3# Nicoletta throws a leg kick and Mamar counters with a lovely straight right hand! Nicoletta lands a jab. An inside leg kick lands from Nicoletta. Nicoletta displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Mamar throws out the jab. Nicoletta with the inside leg kick. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Nicoletta motions for Mamar to come forward. Nicoletta throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. A nice side step and Mamar releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home. Nicoletta with the inside leg kick. Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Nicoletta, as that shot connected.
#T1# Nicoletta looks to land a body kick but Mamar moved away. Nicoletta connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son. Nicoletta scores with a hook. Nicoletta misses with a leg kick and Nicoletta takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Nicoletta lands with a kick to the temple. Mamar shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?" Mamar chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Nicoletta can pounce on him.
A slow jab from Nicoletta misses its intended target. Mamar swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made. Nicoletta scoring well with a low kick there.
You can see that Mamar has visibly slowed down as a result of the leg kicks#T2# A clash of legs there as Mamar blocks the low kick. Nicoletta goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. Nicoletta throws out a token jab with nothing on it. It seemed like Mamar was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#CL# Nicoletta moves into the clinch. Mamar slowing the pace effectively. Mamar working hard to break the clinch. Nicoletta misses with a hook to the ribs.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Nicoletta throws a punch but it's blocked by Mamar. Mamar blocks a body shot from Nicoletta. Nicoletta digs a right hand into Mamar's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Mamar's gas tank. Mamar is trying to force a seperation but Nicoletta has the dominant position.#T3##BC2# Mamar manages to break the clinch.
Nicoletta tries to clinch but fails miserably and Mamar counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Mamar takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Nicoletta dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Mamar. That did some damage! Mamar looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. Mamar has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Mamar there as he acknowledges the shot. Nicoletta lands with an overhand left. Nice cross by Nicoletta. Mamar is still on wobbly legs! Can Nicoletta finish him? Nicoletta misses with a right hand and Mamar counters with a stiff right hand. Mamar seems to have recovered his senses.#T4# Nicoletta looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Mamar takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Good standup being displayed there by Nicoletta as he connects with a hook. A solid leg kick lands there for Nicoletta.
Nicoletta throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena. #CL# Nicoletta moves into the clinch. Nicoletta working aggressively here.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Mamar. Kevin Mamar has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Casimiro Nicoletta is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach. Mamar tries to break free but Nicoletta pushes him back against the cage.
And that's the end of the fight! Casimiro Nicoletta showed his dominance in that final round. Well Nicoletta 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 Seu Braga scores the fight 30:26 Judge Mauricio Rocha scores the fight 30:27 Judge Thiago Cunha scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Casimiro Nicoletta! An out of breath Casimiro Nicoletta 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 231 Klimenko vs Menezes
Date: Aug 27, 2023 |
#R1# Nicoletta pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.#CL# Norton gets tackled into the cage by Nicoletta. Nicoletta maintains the clinch. A head punch on the inside from Nicoletta fails to land. #BC# Nicoletta's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL# Nicoletta pushes Norton up against the cage in a clinch. Norton blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Nicoletta presses Norton against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot. Good anti-grappling being displayed by Nicoletta as Norton tries to tie him up. Norton is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Nicoletta is keeping busy. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Nicoletta has a couple of punches blocked by Norton.
#BC2# Norton escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Norton lands with a nice body kick. #T1# Norton is looking to clinch but Nicoletta is avoiding it.
Nicoletta circles away from the clinch attempt.
Nicoletta throws a lazy uppercut
and Norton counters with a three punch combo that has Nicoletta backing up. Nicoletta nods at Norton to acknowledge the strikes. Norton scores with a body shot.
Nicoletta attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin. Norton swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made. Norton ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Norton tries to clinch but Nicoletta moves away enabling Nicoletta to counter with a crisp jab. Nicoletta throws a poor cross that misses
and Norton connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CL2# Norton has managed to clinch.
Norton lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Nicoletta backwards. Nicoletta misses with a punch to the body.
Nicoletta throws a punch but it's blocked by Norton. #T2# Nicoletta fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Nicoletta misses with a punch to the body.
Nicoletta 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. Nicoletta tries to throw a body punch but Norton avoids it by throwing Nicoletta back against the cage. Nicoletta throws a punch but it's blocked by Norton. Nicoletta lands with a short shot to the head. Nicoletta tries to work over Norton's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors. Nicoletta misses with a punch to the body.
Nice body punch from Nicoletta - that landed with a thud.
Nicoletta wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Norton has him pressed against the cage. Nicoletta tries to work over Norton's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Nicoletta misses with a body punch.
Nicoletta throws a punch but it's blocked by Norton. Norton blocks a body shot from Nicoletta. #T3# Nicoletta lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. Norton blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Nicoletta working aggressively here.
Norton blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Norton blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Nicoletta. Nicoletta misses with a punch on the inside.
Norton controlling the action here for a moment.
Nicoletta tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Norton's elbow. Nicoletta doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Nicoletta lands a right hand that snaps the head of Norton backwards. Nicoletta has a couple of punches blocked by Norton.
Norton pressing his opponent against the cage. #T4# Nicoletta doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
#BC# Nicoletta breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#CL# The fight moves into the clinch position. Nicoletta throws a punch but it's blocked by Norton. Nicoletta lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. Norton lands a right hand. Norton is trying to maintain a safe position but Nicoletta gets an underhook and turns Norton into the cage.#BC2# Norton pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Norton walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush. A big left from Nicoletta misses. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Casimiro Nicoletta dominated that round. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2# Nicoletta dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Nicoletta's corner calls for a 1-2. Nicoletta obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. Nicoletta misses with a leg kick and Norton counters with a leg kick. Nicoletta throws a looping overhand right but Norton ducks down to avoid it. Nice uppercut lands for Nicoletta. That snapped Norton's head back.
A decent looking cross lands there for Nicoletta. Norton bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Nicoletta throws a shot from downtown. Norton moves away and avoids it. Casimiro Nicoletta is winning the standup battle so far. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Norton pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Crunch! Nicoletta slams his shin into Norton's torso. Nicoletta closes the distance but Norton moves to the side and Norton makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.#T1# Nicoletta misses with a body kick. Nicoletta feints and then cracks Norton's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Norton down. Nicoletta looks to land a body kick but Norton moved away. Nicoletta misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Norton.
A little jabbing left from Norton on the counter but it doesn't find it's target. Nicoletta is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Norton can do to turn this around?#CL# Nicoletta drives through and clinches with Norton against the cage.
Nicoletta tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Norton's elbow. #BC# Nicoletta's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Nicoletta misses with a kick to the body.
An inside leg kick from Nicoletta misses. Nicoletta throws an off balance right hand
and Norton counters with a nice uppercut. Nicoletta keeps the fight on the outside. As Norton backs away, Nicoletta returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.#T2# Nicoletta ducks down and throws a hook to the body. A kick lands to the mid section there for Nicoletta. Nicoletta misses with a left hand and Norton counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters. A big left from Nicoletta misses. Nicoletta with the inside 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! Nicoletta cracks Norton with a right hand to the side of the head. Norton moves in looking to clinch but Nicoletta pushes him off. Norton avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Norton misses the jab.#CL2# Norton clinches with his opponent.
#T3# Nicoletta tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Norton's elbow. Nicoletta fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#BC2# Norton's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Nicoletta tries to clinch up. As Nicoletta backs off Norton throws a huge counter combo but Nicoletta manages to avoid it all. Casimiro Nicoletta seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Nicoletta throws a body kick, spinning off balance and Norton counters with a good low kick that Nicoletta was not able to check. Norton displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Nicoletta throws out the jab. Norton looks like he wants to counter punch here. Norton takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
As Nicoletta backs off Norton throws a huge counter combo but Nicoletta manages to avoid it all. Norton moves out of range of the strikes. Norton is looking for the big counter here. Norton takes one to the chin there. Norton takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.#CL# Nicoletta moves into the clinch successfully.
A body shot lands from Nicoletta.
#T4# Nicoletta misses with the head strike.
Norton trying to stall but Nicoletta improves his position.
Nicoletta tries to work over Norton's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Nicoletta lands a left hand that snaps the head of Norton backwards. Nicoletta tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. A short right from Nicoletta. Norton blocking some punches.
This has been an exciting period of action! Nicoletta lands a hook that snaps the head of Norton backwards. Nicoletta tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC# Nicoletta pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Norton throws a leg kick and Nicoletta finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body. Nice body kick from Nicoletta. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Casimiro Nicoletta dominated that second round. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3# Nicoletta throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A little jabbing left from Norton on the counter but it doesn't find it's target. Norton checks a leg kick. Nicoletta tries to score with a low kick but Norton moves his leg out of the way. Nicoletta misses with a looping left. Norton moves away from the strike by Nicoletta. Nicoletta swats away the attempt to clinch by Norton. A looping hook to the body misses from Nicoletta. Norton does a little dance to reset his feet. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Nicoletta avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
A head kick misses from Nicoletta. Nicoletta takes a shot to the body in his stride.
#T1# Norton lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected. Norton blocks the body kick.
Norton looks like he wants to counter punch here. Nicoletta throws a body punch but Norton moves out of range. Nicoletta throws a leg kick but Norton checks it. Nicoletta ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Norton moves away. Norton throws a sloppy head kick and Nicoletta moves out of range easily. Norton lunges at Nicoletta with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Nicoletta's hand. Nicoletta fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Norton on the side of the head. Nice cross by Nicoletta. Norton avoids the head kick by Nicoletta.
Norton tries a quick counter leg kick but Nicoletta is wise to it.#T2# Nicoletta scores with a slapping inside leg kick. Nicoletta closes the distance looking to clinch letting Norton counter with a right hand. Nicoletta dips to his left and cracks Norton with an uppercut! The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Norton tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. A head kick misses from Nicoletta. Nicoletta tries to land a front kick but Norton steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed. Norton looks like he wants to counter punch here. Nicoletta keeps Norton at a distance using the push kick. Nicoletta scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Norton doesn't seem bothered though. Nicoletta connects with a leg kick. #T3# Nicoletta takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away. Norton has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Nicoletta.#CL# Nicoletta closes the distance and clinches. Nicoletta lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Nicoletta misses with a hook to the ribs.
Norton stalling against the cage.
Nicoletta misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Nicoletta tries a body shot but Norton blocks it.
Norton wants to stall.
Nicoletta can't find room to land a body shot as Norton controls the action.
#T4##BC# Nicoletta pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Nicoletta will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Norton lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected. Edd Norton has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Nicoletta throws the left hand but Norton avoids the punch easily. Nicoletta is looking to land body kicks.#CL# Nicoletta takes the fight into the clinch. Norton is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage. Norton gets through Nicoletta's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Nicoletta lands with a short head shot on the inside. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Norton working aggressively here.
And that's the end of the fight! Casimiro Nicoletta showed his dominance in that final round. Well Nicoletta 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 Dillan Fox scores the fight 30:27 Judge Yves DeLean scores the fight 30:27 Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Casimiro Nicoletta! A relieved looking Casimiro Nicoletta 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:
DMMA 218 Pinkman vs Kwong
Date: Jul 29, 2023 |
#R1# Good exchange - Nitro coming out on top. Nicoletta takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Nicoletta moves out of range of the body kick. Nicoletta moves away from the strike by Nitro. Nicoletta swings away with a body shot that misses
and Nitro counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CUT2#It looks like Casimiro Nicoletta has been cut. Nitro takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Nitro gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Nicoletta. Nitro misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Nitro lands a head shot. We've been informed that Nitro 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. A big left from Nitro misses. Nicoletta has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Nitro. This has been an exciting period of action! Nicoletta connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Nitro's hands. Nitro thows a left - swing and a miss! Nicoletta keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Nitro. Nicoletta ducks right into an uppercut from Nitro. #T1# Nitro uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Nicoletta. Nicoletta throws a jab when Nitro was well out of range. Nicoletta looks to land a body kick but Nitro moved away. Nicoletta throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
It seemed like Nitro was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Nicoletta tries to close the distance and clinch up but Nitro swats him away and circles back towards the center. Nicoletta attempts a low kick but it misses it's target. Casimiro Nicoletta seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Nitro looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Nicoletta throws a leg kick and Nitro counters with a nice kick to the body. Nitro pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Good exchange - Nitro coming out on top. Nicoletta misses with a wild body shot. Nitro looks to throw the jab but Nicoletta is out of range. Nitro just misses with a punch to the body.
Nicoletta half committed to a counter leg kick.#T2# Nitro takes a jab right on the kisser.
#CUT#It looks like Jimmy Nitro has been cut. Nitro lands a jab to Nicoletta's midsection. Nicoletta throws an overhand right that lands on Nitro's shoulder, as Nitro tries to avoid the shot. #CL# Nicoletta moves into the clinch successfully.
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! Nitro scores with a hook to the body. Nicoletta is breathing heavily. Nicoletta struggles to land a body shot inside as Nitro controls his hands.
Nitro lands a nice uppercut. Nicoletta misses with a body punch.
Nicoletta digs a right hand into Nitro's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Nitro's gas tank. Nitro makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. Nitro blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Nitro jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Nicoletta walks away with a smile on his face. Nitro gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. Nitro throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. Nitro looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Nicoletta tries a low kick but Nitro avoids it. A nice side step and Nitro releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home. Nitro on the wrong end of a nice jab.#T3##KD2# Oooooh!!! Nitro has knocked Nicoletta down with a huge combo! Nitro steps away and waves a wobbly Nicoletta back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#ROC2#Nicoletta is rocked! A thudding body kick lands there by Nicoletta!
Oh Nicoletta is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!! Nicoletta swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Nicoletta moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromNitro. Nicoletta seems to have got his legs back now. Nicoletta throws a head kick but Nitro moves out of range.
Nitro lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Nitro misses with a kick to the body.
Crunch! Nitro slams his shin into Nicoletta's torso. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Nicoletta throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. Nitro throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body. Nitro fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Nicoletta manages to avoid it. A shot to the body from Nicoletta misses enabling Nitro to counter with a crisp jab. Nitro is looking to land body kicks. Nitro lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Nicoletta circles away quickly and effectively.#T4# Nicoletta sizes up Nitro with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. Nicoletta misses with a lunging right hand
letting Nitro counter with a right hand. Nitro avoids the head kick by Nicoletta.
Nitro thinks about the counter body kick. Nitro is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Nicoletta throws the kick towards the body but Nitro avoids it. Nitro keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Nitro 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.
That kick from Nicoletta tenderised Nitro's leg. Nitro is trying to keep his angry face on. Nicoletta misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Nitro counters with a straight right hand.#CUT2#Casimiro Nicoletta's cut is getting worse. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Nicoletta misses with a wild body shot. Nitro looks like he wants to counter punch here. Nitro pounces like a tiger and cracks Nicoletta with a vicious hook! Nicoletta is down but not out! Nitro follows up with more strikes forcing the ref to jump in and stop it!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Jimmy Nitro! Jimmy Nitro thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
DMMA 208 Don vs Magrath 2
Date: Jun 28, 2023 |
#R1# Nicoletta looks to score with a jab to the body but McCain is just out of range. McCain slips a straight right by Nicoletta. McCain slips a jab from Nicoletta. McCain throws an off balance right hand
and Nicoletta counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. McCain 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. The fighters circling - McCain throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Nicoletta misses with a head kick.
McCain scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction. #CUT2#It looks like Casimiro Nicoletta has been cut. A head kick misses from Nicoletta. Lucas McCain seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. McCain misses with a body shot.
Nicoletta fires out a quick counter leg kick but McCain just manages to avoid it. McCain missing with a left hand there. Nicoletta was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Nicoletta looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger. McCain checks a low kick from Nicoletta. McCain throws a right and a left that Nicoletta avoids nicely. #CL2# McCain fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Nicoletta, pushing him back against the cage. Nicoletta swings wildly with an uppercut but McCain uses good head movement to avoid it. McCain is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Nicoletta swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Nicoletta tries a body shot but McCain blocks it.
#T1# Nicoletta lands with a short shot to the head. Nicoletta lands with a short head shot on the inside. McCain lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. McCain digs a right hand into Nicoletta's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Nicoletta's gas tank. Nicoletta 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. McCain taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
McCain blocking some punches.
McCain misses with a body punch.
Nicoletta throws a punch but it's blocked by McCain . McCain lands a shoulder strike. Nicoletta working aggressively here.
Nicoletta struggles to land a body shot inside as McCain controls his hands.
Nicoletta works on McCain 's body with a couple of short punches. McCain tries a body shot but Nicoletta blocks it.
Nicoletta gets through McCain 's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Nicoletta working aggressively here.
Nicoletta misses with the head strike.
McCain lands a right hand that snaps the head of Nicoletta backwards. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. McCain dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage. Nicoletta throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.#T2# Nicoletta prevents a body shot from McCain . Nicoletta lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. Nicoletta misses with a short punch on the inside. McCain scores with a shoulder strike. McCain gets through Nicoletta's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Nicoletta working aggressively here.
McCain working aggressively here.
Nicoletta misses with a punch on the inside.
Nicoletta throws a head punch that misses. Nicoletta tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. A nice right hand lands inside from McCain . McCain blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Nicoletta scores with a shoulder strike. McCain scores with a nice hook to the head. A short right from Nicoletta. Nicoletta doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
McCain struggles to land a body shot inside as Nicoletta controls his hands.
McCain struggles to land a body shot inside as Nicoletta controls his hands.
McCain takes a shot to the head. Nicoletta misses with the head strike.
#T3# A quick uppercut on the inside from McCain . A short body shot lands from McCain as the two fighters clinch.
McCain lands a body shot in the clinch.
Nicoletta lands a hook to the side of the head. McCain misses with a hook from the clinch. Nicoletta misses with a hook from the clinch. Nicoletta swings wildly with an uppercut but McCain uses good head movement to avoid it. Nicoletta misses with a body punch.
McCain presses Nicoletta against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot. Nicoletta misses with a hook to the ribs.
Nicoletta misses with a shot to the kidneys.
McCain leaning his opponent against the cage. McCain working aggressively here.
McCain lands with a short head shot on the inside. Nicoletta blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
McCain misses with the head strike.
McCain blocking some punches.
#T4# McCain doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
McCain has a couple of punches blocked by Nicoletta.
McCain is leaning against Nicoletta and scores with a nice uppercut to the body. McCain tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. McCain misses with a hook from the clinch. Nicoletta has a couple of punches blocked by McCain .
Nicoletta blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
This has been an exciting period of action!#BC2# McCain breaks the clinch.
McCain just misses with a punch to the body.
Nicoletta throws a wild body kick that McCain sees coming a mile off. McCain with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Nicoletta will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Nicoletta avoids a punch combination nicely.
McCain connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. Nicoletta lands with a kick to the ribs.
McCain walks into a left hand. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Lucas McCain will probably get the nod. The cut man is working on Casimiro Nicoletta's cut. That's time! Back to the action!#R2# McCain looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
That kick from Nicoletta tenderised McCain 's leg. McCain is trying to keep his angry face on. Nicoletta just misses with a punch to the body.
McCain throws a body punch but Nicoletta moves out of range. Nicoletta connects with a jab. McCain feints and then cracks Nicoletta's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Nicoletta down. McCain swings and misses with a hook to the body.
McCain pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way. McCain keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Nicoletta just misses with a punch to the body.
Nicoletta avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. McCain tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Nicoletta listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut. McCain lands a nice looking body kick. McCain slips a jab from Nicoletta. Casimiro Nicoletta is winning the standup battle so far. Nicoletta pulls out of a head kick attempt.
This has been an exciting period of action! Nicoletta misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
#T1# McCain lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt. McCain tries to close the distance and clinch but Nicoletta swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. McCain lands a nice leg kick that just misses Nicoletta's sensitive parts. McCain is looking to slow Nicoletta down with leg kicks. Nicoletta throws the left hand but McCain avoids the punch easily. Nicoletta tries to clinch there but McCain circles away.
A slapping leg kick lands for McCain .
Nicoletta tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. McCain doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter. McCain checks a leg kick. Nicoletta throws a looping overhand right but McCain ducks down to avoid it. Nicoletta throws a low kick but it's checked well by McCain . McCain misses with the body kick and Nicoletta counters with a nice leg kick. #CL# Nicoletta has managed to clinch.
A short right from Nicoletta on the inside. McCain lands a body shot. Nicoletta is working McCain over against the cage.#T2# Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. A shot in the inside from McCain . Nicoletta doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Nicoletta misses with a punch on the inside.
Nicoletta working aggressively here.
Nicoletta has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ. Nicoletta is working McCain over against the cage. Nicoletta throws a head punch that misses. Nicoletta lands an uppercut. The referee is keeping an eye on McCain - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
McCain tries to work over Nicoletta's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC2# McCain breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
McCain scores with a nice right hand.
Crunch! McCain slams his shin into Nicoletta's torso. Nicoletta tries to clinch up but McCain circles away and keeps his distance. McCain lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw. Nicoletta swings for the body but McCain moves out of range.
A jab from McCain finds it's way through Nicoletta's defenses. #T3# Nicoletta looks to land a body kick but McCain moved away. Nicoletta takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
McCain lands a nice leg kick that just misses Nicoletta's sensitive parts. McCain tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Nicoletta thows a leg kick but McCain checks it and McCain counters with a nice low kick that buckles Nicoletta's knee momentarily. Nicoletta walks into a jab. McCain plants his feet and lands a nice head kick! Nicoletta lands a head kick. McCain smiles back at him and beckons him forward. McCain throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. A quick step to the side and Nicoletta tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect. McCain tries to close the distance and clinch up but Nicoletta swats him away and circles back towards the center. McCain swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nicoletta misses with a low kick. McCain takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. McCain thuds his right hand into Nicoletta's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters. This has been an exciting period of action! Nicoletta has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from McCain .#T4# Nicoletta walks into a jab. Nicoletta dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on McCain . That did some damage! McCain lands the left hand. McCain is looking to land body kicks. Nicoletta is looking to counter the offense by McCain and move into the clinch. McCain works the jab nicely. Nice jab there from McCain . McCain ducks under a wild hook from Nicoletta. Nicoletta avoids the body shot from McCain .
McCain throws a looping overhand right but Nicoletta ducks down to avoid it. Nicoletta is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight. Nicoletta throws a hook but McCain blocks it. McCain avoids the body shot from Nicoletta.
Nicoletta misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from McCain .
Nicoletta 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 crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. McCain throws a leg kick which misses Nicoletta's front leg but catches the back leg as Nicoletta tries to avoid it. McCain 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.
Lucas McCain showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The cut man is working on Casimiro Nicoletta'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!#R3# Nicoletta throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. McCain unleashes a big counter combination but Nicoletta bobs and weaves and avoids any damage. Nicoletta lands a nice looking body kick. McCain is looking to slow Nicoletta down with leg kicks. Nicoletta swings for the body but McCain moves out of range.
McCain lands a leg kick that knocks Nicoletta off balance momentarily. A lazy left from Nicoletta finds it's target. Nicoletta slips a jab from McCain . Nicoletta lands a nice leg kick that just misses McCain 's sensitive parts. Nicoletta takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor. The fight stays on the outside here - McCain looks like he's thinking about clinching though. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. McCain keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
McCain looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. McCain lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! McCain throws a front kick that sends Nicoletta stumbling back into the cage. McCain lands a jab to Nicoletta's midsection. Nicoletta throws a sloppy head kick and McCain moves out of range easily. #T1# Nice defenses there by Nicoletta. Nicoletta throws a lazy right hand but McCain sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. McCain wants to clinch up but Nicoletta keeps it at a distance. A punch combination from McCain misses. Nicoletta was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. McCain walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Nicoletta checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side. McCain fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Nicoletta has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage. Nicoletta throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
A clash of legs there as McCain blocks the low kick. Sloppy strikes from McCain . Those never looked like landing. Some bone on bone action there as McCain checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. McCain stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush. Nicoletta shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. Nicoletta looks to clinch and McCain makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range. Nicoletta 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. Casimiro Nicoletta has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2# McCain on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Nicoletta. Nicoletta obviously looking to wear him down.
Nicoletta takes a swing at McCain 's ribcage but misses. McCain ducks under a wild hook from Nicoletta. McCain scores with a jab to the jaw. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. McCain lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Nicoletta at a distance.
McCain lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin. McCain moves out of range as Nicoletta throws a body kick.
Nicoletta avoids the head kick by McCain .
A slapping leg kick lands for McCain .
Nicoletta is looking to chop away at McCain 's legs. McCain throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
McCain cracks Nicoletta with a right hand to the side of the head.#KD# Nicoletta lands a big head kick that sends McCain tumbling to the mat! Nicoletta takes a step backwards and waves McCain back to his feet - he wants the finish!#CUT#It looks like Lucas McCain has been cut. McCain chopping away at his opponent's legs.
#KD# Nicoletta drops McCain with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but McCain looks back up at him and smiles so Nicoletta waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.
#ROC#McCain is rocked!#T3# McCain circles to his right, straight into a beautiful hook by Nicoletta. McCain falls face first into the canvas - great knockout victory for Nicoletta!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:07 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Casimiro Nicoletta! An out of breath Casimiro Nicoletta 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 198 Otori vs Adeoluwa
Date: May 28, 2023 |
#R1# Good work by Kvakkestad as he checks the leg kick. Kvakkestad gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Nice straight punches there by Nicoletta. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Nicoletta. Nicoletta bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut. Nicoletta throws a nice inside leg kick. Kvakkestad lands a nice hook to Nicoletta's body. Nicoletta takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. Nicoletta connects with a jab. Nicoletta throws a head kick but Kvakkestad moves out of range.
Kvakkestad attempts a counter takedown but Nicoletta avoids it well and moves away. Kvakkestad avoids the body shot from Nicoletta.
An attempted straight right counter from Kvakkestad misses the target. Nicoletta tries to clinch there but Kvakkestad circles away.
Kvakkestad appears to be looking for a counter takedown. Kvakkestad thows a body kick. Nicoletta tries to catch it but that hurt him. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Kvakkestad takes a jab right on the kisser.
#T1# A solid body kick from Nicoletta. We've been hearing reports that Kvakkestad has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight. Kvakkestad tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him. Nicoletta lands with a good body shot. Kvakkestad stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Nicoletta. Kvakkestad ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Nicoletta looks to throw the jab but Kvakkestad is out of range. Kvakkestad tries to counter with a takedown but Nicoletta is quick to defend against it. A big right from Nicoletta misses. Nicoletta closes the distance looking to clinch #TD# and Kvakkestad counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Kvakkestad. Nicoletta wriggles free and stands up. #T2# This has been an exciting period of action! Nicoletta tries to clinch but Kvakkestad moves out of range. Kvakkestad stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Nicoletta. Nicoletta uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Kvakkestad has time to react. Kvakkestad checks a leg kick nicely. Nicoletta throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Kvakkestad appears to be looking for a counter takedown. Nicoletta slips under a jab. Nicoletta let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land. Nicoletta tries to close the distance and clinch but Kvakkestad swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. Kvakkestad thinks about countering with a body kick. Nicoletta throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Nicoletta scores with a nice right hand.
Kvakkestad avoids the body shot from Nicoletta.
#T3# Nicoletta scores with a hook to the body. Kvakkestad takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. Nicoletta tries to clinch but fails miserably #TD# and Kvakkestad counters with a shoot takedown. Nicoletta fights it but they end up in guard. Kvakkestad trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Nicoletta being controlled here, momentarily. Kvakkestad is looking to pass into half guard but Nicoletta pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Nicoletta is in guard.#REVB##SU2# Kvakkestad is working an open guard so Nicoletta takes the opportunity to get back to his feet. A big right from Nicoletta misses. A big right from Nicoletta misses. Kvakkestad appears to be looking for a counter takedown. Nicoletta defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Kvakkestad.#T4# Nicoletta tries to clinch but Kvakkestad is having none of it. Kvakkestad scores with a jab to the head.
Nicoletta fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Kvakkestad. This has been an exciting period of action! Nicoletta scores with a jab to the body. Nicoletta has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight. Kvakkestad ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Kvakkestad rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Nicoletta counters with a nice uppercut. Nicoletta lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range. Kvakkestad swings for the body but Nicoletta moves out of range.
Nicoletta counters with a body kick. Nicoletta misses with a body kick. Nicoletta throws a head kick that misses. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Casimiro Nicoletta 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# Nicoletta moves in looking to clinch but Kvakkestad pushes him off. Kvakkestad is looking to counter punch. Casimiro Nicoletta seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Kvakkestad swings for the body but Nicoletta moves out of range.
#CL2# Nicoletta closes the distance and clinches. Nicoletta misses with some punches.
Kvakkestad tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Nicoletta presses Kvakkestad against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot. Nice body punch from Nicoletta. Still in the clinch, Nicoletta scores with a nice short uppercut. Nicoletta working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Nicoletta lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Kvakkestad backwards. Nicoletta struggles to land a body shot inside as Kvakkestad controls his hands.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Nicoletta lands a nice uppercut. A right hook to the body lands for Nicoletta.
Nicoletta lands a body punch in the clinch. Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here. A nice left hand lands by Nicoletta.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. A nice left hand lands by Nicoletta.
Nicoletta blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Nicoletta struggles to land a body shot inside as Kvakkestad controls his hands.
#T1# Nicoletta lands a hook that snaps the head of Kvakkestad backwards. Still in the clinch, Nicoletta scores with a nice short uppercut. Nicoletta is working Kvakkestad over against the cage. Nicoletta has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Nicoletta is working Kvakkestad over against the cage. Nicoletta lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Kvakkestad. Nice body punch from Nicoletta - that landed with a thud.
Nicoletta lands a body shot in the clinch.
Nicoletta working some nice short punches in the clinch. Nicoletta misses with a short punch on the inside. Nicoletta lands a nice uppercut. Nicoletta lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. Kvakkestad's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Nicoletta lands a hook to the side of the head. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Nicoletta working aggressively here.
Nice body punch from Nicoletta. Nicoletta tries a body shot but Kvakkestad blocks it.
Nicoletta gets through Kvakkestad's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Nicoletta working some nice short punches in the clinch. Still in the clinch, Nicoletta scores with a nice short uppercut. Casimiro Nicoletta seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far. Nicoletta lands with a short shot to the head. #T2# Nicoletta lands a body shot. Nicoletta tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kvakkestad's elbow. Nicoletta lands with a short head shot on the inside. Nicoletta stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body. Nicoletta lands a nice uppercut. Nicoletta working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. A short body shot lands from Nicoletta as the two fighters clinch.
Nicoletta works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Nicoletta lands on the inside with an uppercut. Nicoletta throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Kvakkestads head. A shot in the inside from Nicoletta. Nicoletta lands a nice uppercut. Nicoletta lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. Kvakkestad has a couple of punches blocked by Nicoletta.
Nicoletta gets through Kvakkestad's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Nicoletta lands a nice shot to the body. Nicoletta lands a shot to the body. Kvakkestad blocks a body shot from Nicoletta. A left hand lands to the body for Nicoletta.
Nicoletta scores with a shot to the side of Kvakkestad's head. #T3# Nicoletta lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. Nice body punch from Nicoletta - that landed with a thud.
Nicoletta scores with a shot to the side of Kvakkestad's head. Nicoletta lands with a right to the head. #ROC2#Kvakkestad is rocked! A short right hand to the side of the head by Nicoletta. Oh Kvakkestad is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#KD2# Nicoletta drops Kvakkestad onto one knee with a big uppercut from the clinch! Kvakkestad is propped up by the cage and works his way back to his feet! Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Nicoletta digs a right hand into Kvakkestad's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Kvakkestad's gas tank. Nicoletta tries a body shot but Kvakkestad blocks it.
Nicoletta lands with a short shot to the head. Nicoletta misses with the head strike.
Kvakkestad seems to have got his legs back now. Nice body punch from Nicoletta - that landed with a thud.
Nicoletta doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kvakkestad blocks a body shot from Nicoletta. A head punch blocked on the inside by Nicoletta. Nicoletta lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Kvakkestad. A short right from Nicoletta. Nicoletta cracks Kvakkestad with a nice body shot.#T4# Nicoletta lands a right hand that snaps the head of Kvakkestad backwards. Kvakkestad misses with a hook to the ribs.
Nicoletta throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Kvakkestads head. Nicoletta lands on the inside with an uppercut. Nicoletta misses with the head strike.
Nicoletta tries to work over Kvakkestad's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Nicoletta tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kvakkestad's elbow. Nicoletta lands a right hand. Nicoletta lands a right hand. Nicoletta lands an uppercut. Nicoletta is working Kvakkestad over against the cage. Nicoletta stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body. Nicoletta throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges. A short right from Nicoletta on the inside. Nicoletta lands a right hand. As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action. Nicoletta lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Kvakkestad backwards. Nicoletta digs a right hand into Kvakkestad's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Kvakkestad's gas tank. Nicoletta is working Kvakkestad over against the cage. Nicoletta lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Kvakkestad or not. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Casimiro Nicoletta showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3##KD2# Nicoletta drops Kvakkestad with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Kvakkestad looks back up at him and smiles so Nicoletta waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.
Kvakkestad circles to his right, straight into a beautiful hook by Nicoletta. Kvakkestad falls face first into the canvas - great knockout victory for Nicoletta!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:12 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Casimiro Nicoletta! Casimiro Nicoletta 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 159 Unfinished Business 2
Date: Dec 31, 2022 |
#R1# Nicoletta misses with a head kick.
Nicoletta swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Hardman. Nicoletta throws a sloppy head kick and Hardman moves out of range easily. Hardman loads up on a big right hand but Nicoletta slips the punch. Nicoletta takes a jab right on the kisser.
#CUT2#It looks like Casimiro Nicoletta has been cut. Casimiro Nicoletta seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Hardman moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot. We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Hardman has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat. Hardman drops a shoulder and throws an uppercut that cracks Nicoletta right on the button. Nicoletta goes down! Hardman follows him to the mat and finishes the job with more strikes! Hardman gets the win via TKO!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Brock Hardman! A very excited looking Brock Hardman 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:
DMMA 154 Panda vs Viikinki
Date: Nov 26, 2022 |
#R1# Nicoletta scores with a jab to the jaw. Nicoletta 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. Nicoletta lands with a kick to the temple. Martin shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?" Nicoletta loads up on a big right hand but Martin slips the punch. Nicoletta displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Martin throws out the jab. Nicoletta throws a poor cross that misses
and Martin counters with a straight right hand. Nicoletta tries to grapple but his opponent circles and Martin counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CUT#It looks like Casimiro Nicoletta has been cut. Martin avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Martin throwing a counter right hand but Nicoletta manages to avoid it.#CL2# Nicoletta instigates a clinch. Nicoletta lands an uppercut. Nicoletta working aggressively here.
Martin pushes Nicoletta back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of 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! Nicoletta swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Martin taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Martin lands a body punch in the clinch. Nicoletta throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Martin goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
#T1# Martin lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. Martin blocks an elbow strike. Nicoletta throws a head punch that misses. Martin blocks an elbow strike. Nicoletta managing to block the knees to the body from Martin.
Martin blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Martin throws a punch but it's blocked by Nicoletta. Martin will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Nicoletta up against the cage. Martin can't find room to land a body shot as Nicoletta controls the action.
Martin blocks an uppercut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Nicoletta. A hook to the body from Martin.
Martin avoids the elbow strike from Nicoletta, against the cage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Martin creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Nicoletta on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Nicoletta scores with a nice hook to the head. Nicoletta throws an elbow that misses.
I was talking to Martin's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight. Nicoletta throws a punch but it's blocked by Martin. Martin digs a right hand underneath Nicoletta's ribcage. Nicoletta let out a lung full of air as it connected.#T2# Martin lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Nicoletta or not. Martin blocking some punches.
Nicoletta letting Martin take a breather here. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Martin misses with a hook to the ribs.
A short left from Nicoletta. Nicoletta creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses. Nicoletta has a couple of punches blocked by Martin.
Good body shot from Martin.
Nicoletta working aggressively here.
Martin tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Nicoletta's elbow. A short body shot lands from Martin as the two fighters clinch.
Martin blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Martin misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Martin works on Nicoletta's body with a couple of short punches. A right handed body shot lands from Martin.
Nicoletta looks winded! Martin working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. A short right from Martin on the inside. A short uppercut from Martin. With the fighters clinched against the cage, Martin creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #T3# Nicoletta prevents a body shot from Martin. Martin stalling in the clinch.
Martin lands with a left to the head. Martin lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Nicoletta blocking some punches.
A left hand lands to the body for Martin.
Nicoletta pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage. Martin tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Nicoletta's elbow. A short uppercut from Nicoletta. Nicoletta working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Nicoletta blocks a body shot from Martin. Martin lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Nicoletta swings wildly with an uppercut but Martin uses good head movement to avoid it. Martin throws an elbow but it misses.
Nicoletta has a couple of punches blocked by Martin.
Martin misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A short body shot lands from Martin as the two fighters clinch.
Martin misses with a hook to the ribs.
#T4# Martin scores with a shot to the side of Nicoletta's head. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Martin misses with a punch to the body.
Nicoletta throws an elbow but it's blocked.
A nice right hand lands inside from Nicoletta. Martin misses with a punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Martin. Nicoletta lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. Martin lands a shot to the body. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Nicoletta. Martin throws a head punch that misses. Nicoletta blocks a body shot from Martin. A head punch on the inside from Nicoletta fails to land. Nicoletta swings wildly with an uppercut but Martin uses good head movement to avoid it. Martin lands with a left to the head. Nicoletta swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Martin gets through Nicoletta's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Martin pushes Nicoletta back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. A head punch on the inside from Martin fails to land. Martin gets through Nicoletta's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Swole Ricky Martin dominated that round. The cut man is working on Casimiro Nicoletta's cut. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2# The fight stays on the outside here - Nicoletta looks like he's thinking about clinching though. It looked like Martin wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. Martin throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. Nicoletta avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Nicoletta throws a sloppy head kick and Martin counters with a lovely straight right hand! Nicoletta throws a head kick but Martin moves out of range.
Martin staying out of range there. It looked like Martin was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Nicoletta. Martin uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Nicoletta. A head kick misses from Nicoletta. Martin lands a jab to the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Nicoletta throws a right hand that misses
and Martin counters with a straight right hand.#ROC#Nicoletta is rocked! Martin throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. It seemed like Nicoletta was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Nicoletta is still on wobbly legs! Can Martin finish him? Nicoletta fails with an attempt to clinch.
Martin is looking to counter punch. Nicoletta seems to have recovered his senses.#KD# Martin lands a big uppercut and Nicoletta crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Nicoletta looks OK. Martin waves Nicoletta back to his feet! This has been an exciting period of action! Nicoletta digs a good body shot into Martin's ribs.#T1# Nicoletta rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Martin counters with a right hand to the body. Nicoletta scores with a head kick.
#CUT2#It looks like Swole Ricky Martin has been cut. Martin throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Nicoletta counters with a lovely straight right hand! Martin loads up on a big right hand but Nicoletta slips the punch. Martin uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Nicoletta. Martin scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent. Nicoletta is breathing heavily. Martin throws a shot from downtown. Nicoletta moves away and avoids it. Nicoletta swings widly with a right hand
and Martin counters with a left to the body. Nicoletta throws the left hand but Martin avoids the punch easily. A nice leg kick lands there from Martin. Martin throws a body kick that digs right into the meat. Martin throws a body kick that digs right into the meat. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Martin lands an uppercut out of nowhere! Nicoletta falls backwards - clearly groggy! Martin dives in and finishes the fight with more strikes for a TKO finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:05 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Swole Ricky Martin! A relieved looking Swole Ricky Martin 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:
DMMA Friday Night Fights XII
Date: Oct 28, 2022 |
#R1# Zimmerman with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Nicoletta to score with a decent uppercut.#CUT2#It looks like Moritz Zimmerman has been cut. Nicoletta 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. Zimmerman slips a straight right by Nicoletta. Zimmerman closes the distance and clinches up with Nicoletta, looking for a takedown. Zimmerman pushes Nicoletta against the cage but Nicoletta circles to the side and manages to break the clinch. Nicoletta with a jab. We've been hearing reports that Zimmerman has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight. Nicoletta rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
#TD# and Zimmerman decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Nicoletta's guard. Nicoletta is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #SUB# Zimmerman drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Nicoletta dives on top into guard.#REVB# Zimmerman wants to sweep here but Nicoletta controlling him for the moment. #SUB# Zimmerman has an active guard here but Nicoletta has managed to pass into half guard.
Nicoletta wants to stand up but Zimmerman is controlling the position.
#SUB# Zimmerman is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Nicoletta pulls his head out easily. #T1# Nicoletta takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#SUB# Zimmerman looking for submissions off his back. Nicoletta looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB# Zimmerman looking for submissions from an awkward position here. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Nicoletta tries to stand but can't do so whilst Zimmerman controls his leg. #SUB# Zimmerman looking for submissions off his back.#SU2# Nicoletta stands up from half guard. Zimmerman tries to clinch up but Nicoletta circles away and keeps his distance. The fighters circle momentarily. Nicoletta darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch. Casimiro Nicoletta is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T2# Zimmerman ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Zimmerman half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range. Nicoletta misses with an uppercut. Zimmerman feinted with a counter takedown.#KD2# Nicoletta lands a big head kick that sends Zimmerman tumbling to the mat! Nicoletta takes a step backwards and waves Zimmerman back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC2#Zimmerman is rocked! Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Nicoletta takes a swing at Zimmerman's ribcage but misses. Zimmerman changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit. Zimmerman closes the distance and clinches up with Nicoletta, looking for a takedown. Zimmerman pushes Nicoletta against the cage but Nicoletta circles to the side and manages to break the clinch. Nicoletta looks like he wants to counter punch here. Casimiro Nicoletta seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Zimmerman fails miserably with a takedown attempt. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Moritz Zimmerman. That's going to take a lot out of him. Zimmerman fails to land the takedown. Nicoletta looks to land a right hand but Zimmerman moved out of range. Zimmerman is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Nicoletta. Zimmerman moves out of range as Nicoletta strikes. Nicoletta throws a big shot that misses.#T3# Nicoletta scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard. Zimmerman keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Zimmerman attempts a counter takedown but Nicoletta avoids it well and moves away. Nicoletta thows a left - swing and a miss! Zimmerman changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit. Nicoletta misses with a double jab
#TD# and Zimmerman counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Zimmerman. Nicoletta wants to sweep but no luck. Nicoletta preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. Zimmerman looking to pass the guard. #SUB# Zimmerman drops back, looking for a kneebar! Nicoletta looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Nicoletta looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Nicoletta! #REVB##SU2# Nicoletta decides to stand back up. Nicoletta steps back and let's Zimmerman get back to his feet.#T4# Nicoletta moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot. Nicoletta tries to bum rush Zimmerman with a series of wild strikes but Zimmerman uses good footwork to avoid the assault. Zimmerman attempts a counter takedown but Nicoletta avoids it well and 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! Nicoletta throws a lazy uppercut
#TD# and Zimmerman counters with a takedown into side control. Nicoletta explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there! A big right from Nicoletta misses. Zimmerman shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it. Nicoletta throws a jab when Zimmerman was well out of range. Zimmerman tries to counter with a takedown but Nicoletta is quick to defend against it. Zimmerman slips under a jab from Nicoletta. Zimmerman feinted there with a counter leg kick. Nicoletta throws a lazy right hand but Zimmerman sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Zimmerman changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit. Zimmerman slips under a jab from Nicoletta. Zimmerman attempts a counter takedown but Nicoletta avoids it well and moves away. Zimmerman shoots in looking for a takedown but Nicoletta manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Zimmerman's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away. Zimmerman moves out of range of the strikes. Zimmerman half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Casimiro Nicoletta dominated that round. The cut man is working on Moritz Zimmerman'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# Nicoletta swings widly with a right hand
#TD# and Zimmerman counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Nicoletta! Nicoletta tries to buck Zimmerman off but Zimmerman is having none of it.#SUB# Zimmerman looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB# Zimmerman looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. You can see the frustration on Nicoletta's face, being in this tough position on the bottom. Zimmerman throwing strikes but missing, from side control. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB# Zimmerman tries for a kimura but Nicoletta is defending well. #SUB# Zimmerman thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T1##SUB# Zimmerman tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Zimmerman has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! Casimiro Nicoletta has got the better of the ground game so far. Zimmerman postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Nicoletta has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Nicoletta is trying to get back to his feet. Nicoletta struggling a bit here. Nicoletta is trying to escape and get back to his feet. Nicoletta avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Zimmerman. #SUB# Zimmerman is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Nicoletta is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #T2# My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer. Nicoletta tries to bench press Zimmerman off him but Zimmerman keeps the position. Zimmerman working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter. You can see the frustration on Nicoletta's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB# Zimmerman is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Nicoletta knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB# Zimmerman is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Nicoletta is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. Nicoletta is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Zimmerman asserts his dominance and retains side control.#T3##SUB# Zimmerman is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Nicoletta has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB# Zimmerman is trying to get an arm triangle but Nicoletta is defending well. #SUB# Zimmerman thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB# Zimmerman is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Nicoletta is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. Nicoletta is trying to improve his position. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4# A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace. Zimmerman tries to score with some ground and pound. Nicoletta controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage. #SUB# Zimmerman is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Nicoletta is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB# Zimmerman tries for a kimura but Nicoletta is defending well. Nicoletta is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Zimmerman is controlling him well. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! The strikes coming from Zimmerman are missing the target in this wave of attacks. Nicoletta avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Zimmerman. Nicoletta is pushing Zimmerman's head away, looking to escape. Zimmerman manages to hold on to the position though. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Moritz Zimmerman dominated that second round. The cut man is working on Moritz Zimmerman's cut. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3# Zimmerman throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Nicoletta's waist but Nicoletta gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Zimmerman off to one side. Nicoletta throws a left and a right that both miss
#TD# and Zimmerman counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. Nicoletta looks like he's trying to stand up.
Zimmerman throwing shots but Nicoletta is blocking nicely. Nicoletta is trying to stand up here but Zimmerman is controlling him well. #SUB# Zimmerman is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#ES2# Nicoletta kicks off Zimmerman and gets to his feet. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Zimmerman drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles. A telegraphed takedown attempt from Zimmerman is defended easily by Nicoletta. Nicoletta throws out a counter right but Zimmerman avoids it with no problem.#T1# Nicoletta throws a hook but Zimmerman blocks it. Nicoletta throws a hook but Zimmerman blocks it. Zimmerman seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance. Nicoletta throws a big shot that misses. Zimmerman is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
A telegraphed right hand from Nicoletta misses the target. Zimmerman changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit. Nicoletta connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. #KD2# Nicoletta feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Zimmerman sprawling to the canvas! Zimmerman rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Nicoletta finish him?!
Oh Zimmerman is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!! Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Nicoletta misses with a head kick.
Zimmerman changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit. A telegraphed right hand from Nicoletta misses the target. Zimmerman is looking to counter with head kicks. Nicoletta throws a hook but Zimmerman blocks it. No joy there for Nicoletta, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Zimmerman seems to have got his legs back now. Nicoletta scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#T2# Zimmerman moves out of range as Nicoletta strikes. Nicoletta throws the left hand but Zimmerman avoids the punch easily. Zimmerman feinted with a counter takedown. Zimmerman bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Zimmerman tries to counter with a takedown but Nicoletta is quick to defend against it. Nicoletta misses with a left hand #TD# and Zimmerman counters with a nice double leg into half guard. Nicoletta kicks Zimmerman off and gets back to his feet. This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Nicoletta.#CUT2#Moritz Zimmerman's cut is getting worse. Nicoletta misses with a body shot.
Zimmerman slips under a jab. Zimmerman tries to score a power double leg takedown but Nicoletta sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Zimmerman somewhat. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Moritz Zimmerman. That's going to take a lot out of him. Nice sprawl there from Nicoletta as Zimmerman shoots in.#T3# No luck for Zimmerman with that takedown attempt. Zimmerman closes the distance and clinches up with Nicoletta, looking for a takedown. Zimmerman pushes Nicoletta against the cage but Nicoletta circles to the side and manages to break the clinch. Zimmerman moves out of range of the strikes. Some wild striking there from Nicoletta.
Nicoletta throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Zimmerman sees it coming and avoids it easily. Zimmerman gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there. Zimmerman keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Nicoletta. Nicoletta swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#TD# Nicoletta gets caught napping as Zimmerman dives in and scores a takedown. Nicoletta manages to retain guard.#T4# Zimmerman trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Nicoletta controls Zimmerman momentarily but Zimmerman frees himself. Zimmerman passes into half guard. #SUB# Zimmerman is looking for a kimura but Nicoletta is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Zimmerman to get the leverage. Nicoletta is trying to stand.
#SUB# Zimmerman is looking for a kimura but Nicoletta is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Zimmerman to get the leverage. #ES2# Nicoletta pushes Zimmerman off and gets back to his feet. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Zimmerman staying out of range there. Zimmerman fails with a takedown attempt from distance. Zimmerman displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Nicoletta throws out the jab.
And that's the end of the fight! Casimiro Nicoletta comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I think Nicoletta 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 Donald Grub scores the fight 28:29 Judge James Atkins scores the fight 28:29 Judge William Gold scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Casimiro Nicoletta! A very excited looking Casimiro Nicoletta 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:
DMMA 145 Niculescu vs Kersikov
Date: Oct 02, 2022 |
#R1# Wilson takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Wilson shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Nicoletta as he jumps to the side. Nicoletta swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect. Nicoletta lands with a nice body punch. Billy Wilson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Wilson throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Nicoletta's waist but Nicoletta gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Wilson off to one side. Nicoletta throws a series of punches but Wilson moves out of range. #TD2# Wilson looking for a takedown here - he's got it. Nicoletta pushes Wilson off and gets back to his feet.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it! This has been an exciting period of action! Nicoletta misses with an uppercut. Wilson saw that one coming. Nicoletta 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. Wilson fails miserably with a takedown attempt. Casimiro Nicoletta has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Billy Wilson. Wilson shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Nicoletta pinned against the cage. Nicoletta gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. Wilson shoots in but doesn't get the takedown and Wilson takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Nicoletta is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Wilson. Nice cross by Wilson. Good shot there by Nicoletta.#KD# Nicoletta cracks Wilson with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Nicoletta has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Wilson to stand back up!#ROC#Wilson is rocked!#T1# Nicoletta catches Wilson with a right, a left, a right. It's raining punches and Wilson forgot an umbrella! Another punch and he's down. This one is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:08 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Casimiro Nicoletta! An out of breath Casimiro Nicoletta 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 139 Hightower vs Zhdanov
Date: Sep 11, 2022 |
#R1# Lalime swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nicoletta 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. Lalime ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Nicoletta takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Nicoletta tries a head kick but it misses.
Nicoletta looks to land a left hand but Lalime moved out of range nicely. Nicoletta misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Lalime wants to counter with a clinch but Nicoletta pushes him away. Lalime digs a good body shot into Nicoletta's ribs. Lalime digs a good body shot into Nicoletta's ribs. Lalime moves away from the strike by Nicoletta. Nicoletta throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Nicoletta throws out a loose jab but Lalime uses good head movement to avoid it. The fight stays on the outside here - Lalime looks like he's thinking about clinching though. Nicoletta throws a wild combination but nothing lands. Nicoletta misses with a looping left. Lalime tries to counter with a clinch but Nicoletta shakes him off and moves away. Nicoletta throws a looping overhand right but Lalime ducks down to avoid it. #T1# Lalime lands with a hook. Nicoletta tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. #CUT2#It looks like Casimiro Nicoletta has been cut. Lalime moves away from the strike by Nicoletta. Nicoletta misses with a straight right. A combination from Nicoletta does no damage. This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Lalime. A looping hook to the body misses from Nicoletta. Lalime does a little dance to reset his feet. Lalime keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Nicoletta. Lalime is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch. Lalime cracks Nicoletta on the jaw with a powerful right hand and Nicoletta falls backwards against the cage. Lalime follows up with more strikes that drop Nicoletta to his knees. Lalime keeps the pressure on and the referee jumps in to save Nicoletta! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Anthony Lalime! |
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Event:
DMMA 131 Johnson Vs Luciano
Date: Aug 14, 2022 |
#R1# Zhikova has a takedown stuffed. A little feinted left hand from Nicoletta on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. Nice takedown defense from Nicoletta. No joy for Zhikova on that attempt. Nicoletta has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Latin Gym in the buildup to the fight. Zhikova lands with a good body shot. Nicoletta avoids the body shot from Zhikova.
Nicoletta swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect. Nicoletta pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Sloppy strikes from Nicoletta. Those never looked like landing. Zhikova lands a right hook to the body.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it! Zhikova throws a body punch but Nicoletta moves out of range. Zhikova steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Nicoletta. Decent striking displayed by Zhikova there. Zhikova pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Zhikova fails with the takedown and Nicoletta counters with a lovely straight right hand! Casimiro Nicoletta has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Pinina Zhikova. Zhikova fails to land the takedown.#TD2# Nicoletta gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Zhikova looking to pass the guard. Zhikova wants to stand but Nicoletta is controlling his posture from full guard. #T1# Zhikova in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #ES# Nicoletta has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Zhikova off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds. A big left from Nicoletta misses. Zhikova fails with a takedown attempt. Nicoletta throws a counter high kick but Zhikova was just alert enough to avoid it. Nicoletta throws a head kick that misses. Zhikova waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Nicoletta. Zhikova is trying hard to land a takedown here. Nicoletta sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. Nicoletta stuffs the takedown. Nicoletta throws the left hand but Zhikova avoids the punch easily. Zhikova closes this distance looking for a takedown but Nicoletta circles away. Nicoletta throws a shot from downtown. Zhikova moves away and avoids it. Nice takedown defense from Nicoletta. No joy for Zhikova on that attempt. Nicoletta is looking to counter punch. Nicoletta cracks Zhikova with a good jab. Zhikova shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it. Nicoletta tries a head kick but it misses.
#T2# Nicoletta is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Zhikova. This has been an exciting period of action! Zhikova slips a straight right by Nicoletta. Zhikova fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Nicoletta avoids it really well and circles away. Nicoletta misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
A big right from Nicoletta misses. Pinina Zhikova seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Zhikova shoots and misses and Nicoletta counters with a straight right hand. Zhikova moves away from the strike by Nicoletta. #TD2# Zhikova darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard. Zhikova is trying to control. Nicoletta wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. Nicoletta is looking to escape. Zhikova is trying to control. Nicoletta wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB2# Zhikova is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Nicoletta is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T3##SUB2# Zhikova is trying to work for a kimura but Nicoletta is defending well.
Zhikova moves nicely into side control. Nicoletta managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Zhikova.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily. Nicoletta is trying to get back to his feet. Zhikova tries to move into full mount but can't pass Nicoletta's legs. Nicoletta wants to get back to his feet.#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. Nicoletta stops Zhikova from passing to mount. #SUB2# Zhikova is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Nicoletta is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. Nicoletta is trying to escape and get back to his feet. Zhikova trying to control the action but Nicoletta is working from the bottom. Nicoletta is trying to buck Zhikova off.#REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity. Casimiro Nicoletta is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Zhikova shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Nicoletta defends it nicely. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Casimiro Nicoletta dominated that round. That's time! Nicoletta's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2# Zhikova shoots and misses and Nicoletta counters with a stiff right hand. Nicoletta scores with a head kick.
Zhikova shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Nicoletta as he avoids it easily. Nicoletta swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Zhikova tries for a takedown but Nicoletta sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily. Nicoletta swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect. Casimiro Nicoletta has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Pinina Zhikova. Nicoletta with a body punch. A glancing blow. Nicoletta throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Zhikova. #TD2# Nicoletta tries to sprawl but Zhikova drives through with a takedown into half guard. The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so! Nicoletta is trying is best to control the position here. #SUB2# Zhikova is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Nicoletta has managed to free his arm - good work. #ES# Nicoletta makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work! Nicoletta throws the left hand but Zhikova avoids the punch easily. Nicoletta lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw. Nicoletta takes a jab right on the kisser.
Nicoletta stalks Zhikova and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Zhikova's face. Zhikova staggers backwards, shaken. Zhikova fails with a takedown attempt from distance.#T1# Nicoletta throws an overhand right that lands on Zhikova's shoulder, as Zhikova tries to avoid the shot. Nicoletta throws a looping overhand right but Zhikova ducks down to avoid it. Nicoletta throws a lazy right hand but Zhikova sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Zhikova fails miserably with a takedown attempt. Zhikova swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Zhikova blocks a jab. Zhikova slips a straight right by Nicoletta. Zhikova is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Nicoletta rather than just go for the knockout. Nicoletta is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Zhikova. Nicoletta's corner calls for a 1-2. Nicoletta obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. Nicoletta is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all. Nicoletta throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Casimiro Nicoletta is winning the standup battle so far. Zhikova shoots for a takedown but Nicoletta saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily. Zhikova throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#TD2# Zhikova closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Nicoletta did well to prevent Zhikova getting side control. Zhikova is keen to just control but Nicoletta is a slippery customer.#SUB2# Zhikova is working for a kimura here but Nicoletta manages to reverse the position and he's now in Zhikova's guard.
Nicoletta is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Zhikova can do to turn this around? This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SU# Nicoletta decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Zhikova, up you get! Zhikova steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Nicoletta.#T2# Zhikova takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket. Zhikova swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Zhikova shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Nicoletta as he avoids it easily. Zhikova avoids the head kick by Nicoletta.
Zhikova keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Nicoletta. Zhikova changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt. Nicoletta checks a leg kick nicely. Nice sprawl there from Nicoletta as Zhikova shoots in. Zhikova throws a predictable looking body shot
#KD# and Nicoletta counters with a head kick that drops Zhikova to the mat! Zhikova scrambles across the canvas and gets back to his feet, still wobbly!#ROC#Zhikova is rocked! Crack! A monster head kick from Nicoletta and Zhikova falls like a tree - timbeeeeeeeeeeerrrr! A highlight reel knockout by Nicoletta!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:34 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Casimiro Nicoletta! Our winner, Casimiro Nicoletta, 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 Friday Night Fights 2
Date: Jul 15, 2022 |
#R1# Kapula feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Nicolettas jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!#CUT2#It looks like Casimiro Nicoletta has been cut. Kapula has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight. A lazy left from Nicoletta finds it's target. Nicoletta steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kapula . Nicoletta fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
A jab lands there for Nicoletta. Kapula throws a big shot that misses. Kapula slips a jab from Nicoletta.#KD2# Kapula sends Nicoletta crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Kapula is motioning to the referee to let Nicoletta up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!#ROC2#Nicoletta is rocked! This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Kapula throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Nicoletta connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Oh Nicoletta is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#CUT#It looks like Tris Kapula has been cut. Nicoletta misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kapula .
Nicoletta seems to have got his legs back now. Nicoletta steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kapula . Nicoletta slips a straight right by Kapula . Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Nicoletta, as that shot connected.
Tris Kapula seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Kapula steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Nicoletta. Nicoletta keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Nicoletta throws a head kick but Kapula moves out of range.
Nicoletta misses with a body shot.
Nicoletta looks to score with a jab to the body but Kapula is just out of range. Nicoletta swinging wildly here.
Kapula rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Nicoletta counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T1# Kapula connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Nicoletta's hands. Kapula misses with a looping right. Kapula throws a big shot that misses. The fighters circling - Kapula throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #KD2# Kapula cracks Nicoletta with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Nicoletta looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Kapula finish him?
Nicoletta has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Latin Gym in the buildup to the fight. A swing and a miss from Kapula . Nicoletta misses with a wild combination.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Kapula waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Nicoletta. Nicoletta swings for the body but Kapula moves out of range.
Kapula takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. Kapula misses with a looping left. Nicoletta throwing a counter right hand but Kapula manages to avoid it. Nicoletta gets tagged by a hook that puts him to sleep! Kapula points and yells something to his unconcious foe before strutting off. Nicoletta wakes up just in time to hear Kapula thank his coaches in the post fight interview.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Tris Kapula ! Tris Kapula 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:
DMMA 111 Unfinished Business
Date: Jun 04, 2022 |
#R1# Four shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Nicoletta defends it nicely. Nicoletta 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. Four is looking to clinch but Nicoletta is avoiding it.
Nicoletta throws out a loose jab but Four uses good head movement to avoid it. No joy there for Nicoletta, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Four changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit. Nicoletta looks to land a left hand but Four moved out of range nicely. Nicoletta lands a nice looking body shot.
Nicoletta throws a looping overhand right but Four ducks down to avoid it. Nicoletta scores with a sloppy right hand. Four should have avoided that one. Four walks into a jab.#CUT2#It looks like Panda Four has been cut. Four walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head. Nicoletta missing with a left hand there. Four was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Four takes a kick to the side of 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! Four tries to clinch up but Nicoletta circles away and keeps his distance.#TD# Four closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Four lands in his opponent's guard. Nicoletta wants to get back to his feet but Four is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #T1# Four tries to free his leg and advance position but Nicoletta is retaining full guard. Nicoletta wants to stand but Four is controlling the position. #SUB# Four thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. Nicoletta wants to stand and escape but Four is having none of it. It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup. Four might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T2# Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless. Four passes Nicoletta's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #SUB# Four wants to work for an arm triangle but Nicoletta is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB# Four is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Nicoletta defends it well. #SUB# Four is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Nicoletta doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Four. Nicoletta wants to get back to his feet.#T3##REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet. Four shoots in looking for a takedown but Nicoletta manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Four's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away. Nicoletta throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Nicoletta throws a sloppy head kick and Four moves out of range easily. Four throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Nicoletta misses with a double jab.
Four tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. Four is looking to clinch but Nicoletta is avoiding it.
Four shoots in looking for a takedown. Nicoletta tries to sprawl out of it but Four keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Nicoletta manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Panda Four. That's going to take a lot out of him. Four blocks a jab. Four drops down looking for a counter takedown but Nicoletta sprawls and moves away. Nicoletta is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range. Four wants to clinch and Nicoletta counters with a head kick. That will keep Four thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks! Four is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T4##TD# Four closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. #ES2# Nicoletta kicks off Four and gets to his feet. This has been an exciting period of action! Four shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Nicoletta sprawls well. Nicoletta wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Four gets slowly back to his feet. Nicoletta misses with a few strikes there.
Four moves away from the strike by Nicoletta. Four ducks under a wild hook from Nicoletta.#CL# Four clinches. Nicoletta creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses. Nicoletta pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.#TD# Four pulls Nicoletta into guard.
Nicoletta would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB# Four has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Nicoletta 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.
Casimiro Nicoletta dominated that round. The cut man is working on Panda Four's cut. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2# Nicoletta throws a nice looking combination but Four bobs and weaves to avoid any damage. A punch combination from Nicoletta misses. A head kick misses from Nicoletta. Nicoletta misses with a hook. Four appears to be looking for a counter takedown. Casimiro Nicoletta seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. A head kick misses from Nicoletta. Four tries to close the distance and clinch but Nicoletta swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. Despite the aggression on Nicoletta's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter. Four slips under a jab. Four ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Four. Nicoletta misses with a few strikes there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Nicoletta throws a hook but Four blocks it. Four is looking to clinch. And an attempted straight right on the counter from Nicoletta! But no joy. Four tries to clinch there but Nicoletta circles away.
Nicoletta throws a hook but Four blocks it. Nicoletta missing with a left hand there. Four was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Four moves out of range of the strikes.#T1# Four fails to land the takedown. Nicoletta stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.#CUT2#Panda Four's cut is getting worse. Nicoletta has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Nicoletta keeps the fight on the outside. Nicoletta looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. Nicoletta sizes up Four with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. Nicoletta misses with a hook. Four half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range. Nicoletta falls off balance throwing a combination
#TD# and Four decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Nicoletta's guard. Nicoletta is looking to stand up but Four isn't so interested in that idea. Four passes Nicoletta's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB# Four is working for a submission of some sort.
#T2##SUB# Four is working for an americana but Nicoletta has been sneaky and has managed to get back to half guard, whilst Four was thinking about the submission. Four trying to move into half guard but instead Nicoletta has managed to sweep!#REVB# This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB# Four escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Nicoletta gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB# Four is looking for a triangle but Nicoletta pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB# Four looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#T3##SU2# Nicoletta stands and steps away. Four gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game. Nicoletta leaves Four with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt. Nicoletta looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Panda Four. That's going to take a lot out of him. Nicoletta misses with an uppercut. Four saw that one coming. Four appears to be looking for a counter takedown. Nicoletta throws a series of punches but Four moves out of range. Nicoletta 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. Four fails in his attempt to clinch. Four shoots in but Nicoletta avoids the takedown attempt easily. Nicoletta lands the left hand. Nicoletta ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Four moves away. Four closes this distance looking for a takedown but Nicoletta circles away. Nicoletta throws an overhand right that lands on Four's shoulder, as Four tries to avoid the shot. #T4# Nicoletta throws a head kick that misses. #CL# Four has closed the distance and engaged Nicoletta in a clinch.
Nicoletta lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. Four jumps guard but Nicoletta stands there with Four around his waist. Four gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Nicoletta lands with a right to the head. Four tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Nicoletta smiles and moves away.
A head kick misses from Nicoletta. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Four uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Nicoletta. Four appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#TD# Four closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Four lands in his opponent's guard.#SUB# Four drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Nicoletta dives on top into guard.#REVB##SU2# Nicoletta gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Casimiro Nicoletta showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The cut man is working on Panda Four'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!#R3# Four avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#TD# A momentary lapse in concentration from Nicoletta enables Four to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Nicoletta manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat. Four looking to pass the guard. #SUB# Four postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Nicoletta is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Four, into his guard. #REVB# Nicoletta wants to stand but Four has a closed guard, so he can't escape. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SU2# Nicoletta stands up from guard. Let's bang! #T1# Nicoletta lands with a hook. Four tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. A big left from Nicoletta misses. Four attempts a counter takedown but Nicoletta avoids it well and moves away. Nicoletta rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Four moves out of range and avoids them all easily. Nicoletta tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Four closes the distance and clinches up with Nicoletta, looking for a takedown. Four pushes Nicoletta against the cage but Nicoletta circles to the side and manages to break the clinch. Nicoletta dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Nicoletta throws a jab when Four was well out of range. Nicoletta tests Four's chin there with a solid looking shot.#CL# Four clinches up against the cage. Nicoletta pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage. Nicoletta lands a left hand.
#CUT2#Panda Four's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.#TD# Four decides to pull guard. Nicoletta trying to stand up but can't free himself from Four's guard. Nicoletta wants to control from the top but Four keeps moving. #T2# Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Nicoletta trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Nicoletta controlling from the top position. #SUB# Four looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB# Nicoletta got a little sloppy there for a moment and Four has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Nicoletta has managed to get both his arms back between Four's legs - danger averted.#SU2# Nicoletta decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Four, up you get! Nicoletta misses with a wild combination.
#T3# Four takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Nicoletta misses with a straight left. Nicoletta misses with a two punch combination.
#TD# Four looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Nicoletta! Nicoletta throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done! Nicoletta circles away from the clinch attempt.
Nicoletta now looks to counter with a shot at the body. Four tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Nicoletta paws at him with a jab and circles away. Nicoletta with a jab. This has been an exciting period of action! Four takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
#CUT2#Jeez, Panda Four's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked. Four wants to clinch up but Nicoletta keeps it at a distance. Four is trying hard to land a takedown here. Nicoletta sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. Nicoletta misses with a hook. Four ducked under it nicely. #T4# Four throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Nicoletta's waist but Nicoletta gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Four off to one side. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Panda Four. That's going to take a lot out of him. Nicoletta misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Four.
Nicoletta fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.#ROC2#Four is rocked!
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Panda Four's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:19 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Casimiro Nicoletta! Casimiro Nicoletta 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 93: Johnson vs Kiryu
Date: Mar 26, 2022 |
#R1# Hasselhoff tries to land a body kick and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick. A solid leg kick lands there for Hasselhoff.
Nicoletta uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Hasselhoff. Hasselhoff 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. Nicoletta connects with a right hand. Hasselhoff shakes it off.#CUT2#It looks like Misha Hasselhoff has been cut. Nicoletta lands a high kick!
Nicoletta throws a lazy uppercut
and Hasselhoff counters with a straight right hand.#CUT#It looks like Casimiro Nicoletta has been cut. Hasselhoff slips under a jab from Nicoletta. Hasselhoff is looking to counter punch. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Hasselhoff lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Nicoletta at a distance.
Nicoletta slips under a jab from Hasselhoff.#T1# Hasselhoff connects with a solid leg kick. Nicoletta throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean. Hasselhoff uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Nicoletta has time to react.#KD# Hasselhoff lands a big right hand that sends Nicoletta crashing to the mat! Hasselhoff stays standing though and waves Nicoletta back to his feet! The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Nicoletta checks a leg kick. Hasselhoff misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Nicoletta.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Hasselhoff throws a leg kick and Nicoletta counters with a nice leg kick. #KD# Hasselhoff lands a big uppercut and Nicoletta crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Nicoletta looks OK. Hasselhoff waves Nicoletta back to his feet!#ROC#Nicoletta is rocked! Hasselhoff swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Nicoletta makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.#T2# A good leg kick by Nicoletta. A clash of legs there as Nicoletta blocks the low kick. Nicoletta lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Hasselhoff circles away quickly and effectively. Hasselhoff swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Hasselhoff throws a poor cross that misses
enabling Nicoletta to counter with a crisp jab. Nicoletta throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Hasselhoff stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly. Hasselhoff is looking to chop away at Nicoletta's legs. Hasselhoff takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Nicoletta looks to land a combination. Hasselhoff sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.#T3# Nicoletta moves out of range of the body kick from Hasselhoff.
Hasselhoff misses with a looping left. Nicoletta lunges at Hasselhoff with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Hasselhoff's hand. Hasselhoff throws a low kick but Nicoletta moves out of range easily. Nicoletta throws a hook but Hasselhoff avoids it easily. Hasselhoff misses with a hook to the body
and Nicoletta counters with a straight right hand.#CUT2#Misha Hasselhoff's cut is getting worse. Hasselhoff throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nicoletta will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Misha Hasselhoff seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T4# Hasselhoff misses with a wild combination.
Nicoletta lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range. A lazy body kick from Hasselhoff and Nicoletta cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Nicoletta throws an overhand right that lands on Hasselhoff's shoulder, as Hasselhoff tries to avoid the shot. Hasselhoff checks a low kick from Nicoletta. Hasselhoff misses with a body shot.
Hasselhoff takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
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 Misha Hasselhoff will probably get the nod. Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2# Nicoletta throws a hook but Hasselhoff blocks it. Hasselhoff is looking for a counter combo. A telegraphed right hand from Nicoletta misses the target. Nicoletta lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise. Hasselhoff scores with a jab to the head.
Hasselhoff walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head. Nicoletta throws a right hand that Hasselhoff ducks under and follows up with a left that Hasselhoff also avoids with ease. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Nicoletta lands a leg kick that knocks Hasselhoff off balance momentarily. Nicoletta bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Hasselhoff missing with a left hand there. Nicoletta was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.#T1# Nicoletta explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work. A head kick misses from Nicoletta. Hasselhoff tried to counter with a leg kick but Nicoletta avoided it. Nicoletta takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Hasselhoff throws a leg kick but Nicoletta sees it coming and moves out of range. Hasselhoff is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight. Hasselhoff fakes a jab and scores with a low kick. Nicoletta lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise. Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Hasselhoff 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 Nicoletta has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Nicoletta and we're back underway with a touch of gloves. Hasselhoff misses with a hook. Nicoletta ducked under it nicely. #T2# Hasselhoff motions for Nicoletta to come forward. Hasselhoff throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. Nicoletta connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son. Casimiro Nicoletta seems to be getting the better of the standup. Hasselhoff tries a head kick but it misses.
Nicoletta gets off balance looking for a body kick and Hasselhoff counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CUT#That has opened up Casimiro Nicoletta's cut even more. A jab lands there for Hasselhoff. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! A head kick from Nicoletta lands but Hasselhoff takes it in his stride. Hasselhoff tests Nicoletta's chin there with a solid looking shot. Hasselhoff tried to score with a low kick but Nicoletta checks it. Hasselhoff avoids a low kick by using good footwork.#T3# Nicoletta darts in and out, connecting with a jab. Nicoletta swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Hasselhoff misses with a body kick. Nicoletta throws a combination that misses and Hasselhoff counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body. Hasselhoff lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent. Hasselhoff lands a nice looking kick to the body. Nicoletta takes a step back to recover. Nicoletta is breathing heavily. Nicoletta staying out of range there.#KD# Hasselhoff cracks Nicoletta with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Hasselhoff has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Nicoletta to stand back up! Nicoletta is still on wobbly legs! Can Hasselhoff finish him?#CUT#The cut above Casimiro Nicoletta's eye is starting to cause him problems now.#T4# This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Hasselhoff misses with a body shot.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Nicoletta might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Hasselhoff has got the better of the exchanges. Hasselhoff steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Nicoletta. Hasselhoff is looking to counter punch. Nicoletta seems to have recovered his senses. Jab from Hasselhoff. Hasselhoff misses with a hook. Nicoletta ducked under it nicely. Hasselhoff with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Hasselhoff lands with a big right hook that stumbles Nicoletta - he's out on his feet here! Hasselhoff follows up with another monster hook that separates Nicoletta from consciousness! Nicoletta falls, almost in slow motion to the canvas! Hasselhoff stands and admires his work as the crowd go wild.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:49 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Misha Hasselhoff! Our winner, Misha Hasselhoff, 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 83: Nicoletta v Ilmarinen
Date: Feb 13, 2022 |
#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. Nicoletta throws an overhand right that lands on Ilmarinen's shoulder, as Ilmarinen tries to avoid the shot. Ilmarinen feints the counter takedown. Nicoletta misses the shot to the body. Nicoletta throws a leg kick that misses. And Ilmarinen tries to counter it with a takedown but Nicoletta pushes his down on his head and steps out. Good leg kick by Nicoletta. Nicoletta connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Nicoletta throws a leg kick that is checked#TD2# and Ilmarinen decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Nicoletta's guard. Nicoletta has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Ilmarinen has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.#T1##TD2# Ilmarinen has hold of one of Nicoletta's legs. Nicoletta is fighting the takedown attempt but Ilmarinen gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard. Ilmarinen is looking to pass into half guard but Nicoletta pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Nicoletta is in guard.#REVR# Nicoletta stays in close to Ilmarinen's body and controls the position. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Ilmarinen keeping full guard, as Nicoletta tries to pass. Nicoletta sitting in guard, not really doing much. Nicoletta 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.#SUB2# Ilmarinen escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Nicoletta gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. Ilmarinen wants to sweep here but Nicoletta controlling him for the moment. Nicoletta sitting in guard here, content to control. #T2# Ilmarinen is trying to keep Nicoletta in close.
#SUB2# Ilmarinen looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Nicoletta preventing the sweep. #SUB2# Ilmarinen working for submissions but it's allowed Nicoletta to get to half guard.
Nicoletta looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. Well, if Nicoletta is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Ilmarinen gets back to full guard.
Nicoletta preventing the sweep. Ilmarinen has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. 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! Nicoletta is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T3# Nicoletta stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ilmarinen swivels though and keeps the full guard. Nicoletta controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#SUB2# Ilmarinen looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB2# Ilmarinen throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Nicoletta is looking to stand up but Ilmarinen won't let him. Ilmarinen trying to control the position.
Nicoletta passes Ilmarinen's right leg, so he's now in half guard. Ilmarinen is pressing down on Nicoletta's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it. Nicoletta is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control. Ilmarinen is trying to keep Nicoletta in close.
Nicoletta trying to control the position from guard on top but Ilmarinen is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4# Ilmarinen looking to sweep here. No luck so far. Nicoletta sitting in guard here, content to control. Ilmarinen wants to sweep here but Nicoletta controlling him for the moment. Nicoletta wants to control from the top but Ilmarinen keeps moving. Ilmarinen controls Nicoletta momentarily but Nicoletta frees himself. Nicoletta is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Ilmarinen bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Nicoletta's guard. #REVB# Ilmarinen trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Casimiro Nicoletta dominated that round. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2# Nicoletta lands a really nice looking cross but Ilmarinen seems unphased.
Nicoletta throws the kick towards the body but Ilmarinen avoids it. Nicoletta is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Ilmarinen can do to turn this around? Nicoletta misses with a leg kick #TD2# so Ilmarinen counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. Ilmarinen stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Nicoletta swivels though and keeps the full guard. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Ilmarinen throws a strike but Nicoletta rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR# We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Nicoletta is looking to stand up but Ilmarinen won't let him. #SUB2# Ilmarinen is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Nicoletta rolls with it to try and escape but Ilmarinen cranks on the arm and Nicoletta is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Seppo Ilmarinen! A very excited looking Seppo Ilmarinen 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:
DMMA 72: Abarai vs Ekelund
Date: Jan 05, 2022 |
#R1# Four tries to close the distance and clinch but Nicoletta swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #TD2# Four scores with a takedown into Nicoletta's guard. Nicoletta pulls Four in to control the position. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Four preventing the sweep. #SUB2# Four drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Nicoletta manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Four has Nicoletta in his guard.#REVR##SUB2# Four looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#T1# Nicoletta is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control. Nicoletta advances position into side control! Nicoletta content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though. Four manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. Nicoletta tries to pass to full mount but Four defends it. Nicoletta wants to get back to his feet.
Four manages to get to full guard.
#T2# Nicoletta showing good wrestling skills to control the position. Four tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB2# The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily. Four is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Nicoletta is aware though and is defending well. Nicoletta is stalling in the full guard. #SUB2# Four is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#T3# Nicoletta engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SU# Nicoletta gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent. Nicoletta keeps the fight on the outside. Four moves in looking to clinch but Nicoletta pushes him off. Four looks to clinch and Nicoletta counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Four has his takedown stuffed and Four takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CUT#It looks like Panda Four has been cut. Panda Four seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Four is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Nicoletta. Four fails with a takedown attempt.#T4##TD2# Four shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Four showed some decent athleticism there. #ES# Nicoletta has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Four is on him like a limpet, forcing Nicoletta back against the cage. This has been an exciting period of action! Nicoletta lands a body shot in the clinch.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Four is trying to pull guard but Nicoletta has him pressed against the cage. Casimiro Nicoletta has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Panda Four. Nicoletta lands a left hand.
Nicoletta working some nice short punches in the clinch. Nicoletta lands a shoulder strike. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Casimiro Nicoletta dominated that round. The cut man is working on Panda Four's cut. That's time! Nicoletta's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2# A jab from Nicoletta does it's job there. Four doesn't manage to clinch there - Nicoletta circles away.
Nicoletta thumps Four with a low kick. Four has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight. Four misses with a takedown attempt and Nicoletta cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#KD# Nicoletta lands a big head kick that sends Four tumbling to the mat! Nicoletta takes a step backwards and waves Four back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC#Four 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! Four moves to clinch but Nicoletta breaks away and Nicoletta counters with a massive hook, right on the button! He's out cold! Damn, that was naaaaaasty! Hopefully he'll be OK.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:30 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Casimiro Nicoletta! Casimiro Nicoletta 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 63: Pinkman vs Kofel
Date: Dec 04, 2021 |
#R1# Bol misses with a hook
and Nicoletta counters with a leg kick. Bol throws a poor cross that misses
enabling Nicoletta to counter with a crisp jab. #CUT#It looks like Yar Bol has been cut. Bol checks a low kick from Nicoletta. Nicoletta swings and misses with a hook to the body.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Bol! But no joy. Nicoletta 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. Bol wants to land a leg kick but Nicoletta is out of range. Bol fakes a jab and scores with a low kick. Nicoletta misses with a lunging right hand
and Bol counters with a left to the body. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Nicoletta tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bol was well out of range. Poor timing from Nicoletta. Bol avoids the body shot from Nicoletta.
Bol loads up on a big right hand but Nicoletta slips the punch.#T1# Bol misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Nicoletta.
Nicoletta connects with a right hand. Bol shakes it off. Casimiro Nicoletta seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Bol checks a leg kick. Nicoletta ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bol moves away. Bol looks to score with a jab to the body but Nicoletta is just out of range. Nicoletta connects with a solid leg kick. Nicoletta ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. It looked like Nicoletta was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Bol. Bol keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
#T2# Bol misses with an uppercut. Nicoletta saw that one coming. Bol with a nice calf kick. Nicoletta with the inside leg kick. Good leg kick by Bol. Nicoletta jabbing away but nothing is landing. Bol looks like he wants to counter punch here. Nicoletta throws a body kick that misses. Bol connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Nicoletta's hands.#CUT2#It looks like Casimiro Nicoletta has been cut. Bol takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor. 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! Bol misses with a looping right.#T3# Nicoletta is looking to land body kicks. A nice leg kick lands there from Nicoletta. Bol misses with a body kick. Nicoletta feinted there with a counter leg kick. Bol lands a jab to Nicoletta's midsection. Bol slips a straight right by Nicoletta. Nicoletta ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent. Nicoletta misses with a body shot
and Bol counters with a stiff right hand. Nicoletta throws a jab but it's blocked by Bol. Good exchange - Nicoletta coming out on top.#T4# Nicoletta bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Bol's head backwards. Bol has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Bol there as he acknowledges the shot. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. That kick from Nicoletta tenderised Bol's leg. Bol is trying to keep his angry face on. Good leg kick by Bol. Bol moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross. Bol lands a jab to Nicoletta's midsection. Nicoletta tries a low kick but Bol avoids it. Bol 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.
Casimiro Nicoletta dominated that round. Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2# Bol moves away from the strike by Nicoletta. A left lands for Nicoletta. Bol bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Bol throws a leg kick and Nicoletta counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. Nicoletta misses with a wild body shot. #KD# Nicoletta feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Bol sprawling to the canvas! Bol rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Nicoletta finish him?!
#ROC#Bol is rocked!#CUT#That has opened up Yar Bol's cut even more. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Bol lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Bol cracks Nicoletta with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business. Nicoletta is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Bol can do to turn this around? Bol tries a head kick but it misses.
#T1# A jab from Nicoletta misses. Bol swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made. Bol misses with a lunging right hand
and Bol takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Bol throws a hook but Nicoletta avoids it easily. Nicoletta scores with a jab to the jaw. Nicoletta misses with a hook. Nicoletta backing away here, and Bol unleashes a leg kick that just misses.#KD# Nicoletta sends Bol crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Nicoletta is motioning to the referee to let Bol up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet! Bol is still on wobbly legs! Can Nicoletta finish him? This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Bol throws a lazy right hand but Nicoletta sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Bol seems to have recovered his senses. Bol slips a jab from Nicoletta. Bol takes one on the chin but seems OK.
#T2# Bol misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Nicoletta.
Bol slips under a jab from Nicoletta. Bol takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away. Casimiro Nicoletta is winning the standup battle so far. Good work by Bol as he checks the leg kick. Nicoletta misses the shot to the body. Bol throws out a counter right but Nicoletta avoids it with no problem. Nicoletta throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bol pushes Nicoletta away with a front kick. Bol throws a poor cross that misses
and Nicoletta counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CUT#The cut above Yar Bol's eye is starting to cause him problems now.#T3# Bol slips under a jab. Nicoletta misses with a hook to the body
and Bol counters with an inside leg kick. Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Bol. Nicoletta shrugs it off though. Nicoletta misses with a body kick. Bol looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. Bol ducks under a wild hook from Nicoletta. Nicoletta lands a jab. A big left from Bol misses. Nicoletta blocks a leg kick. Bol takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#T4# Nicoletta rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bol counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CUT2#Casimiro Nicoletta's cut is getting worse. Nicoletta throws a quick inside leg kick. Bol connects with a nice looking jab.
Bol pulls out of a head kick attempt.
This has been an exciting period of action! Nicoletta smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button. Nicoletta dips down and scores with a jab to the body. A slow jab from Bol misses its intended target. Bol jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Casimiro Nicoletta dominated that second round. Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval. That's time! Nicoletta's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3# Nicoletta throws a body shot but no joy. Bol throws an off balance right hand
and Nicoletta counters with a body kick. Nicoletta looks to score with a jab to the body but Bol is just out of range. Nicoletta looks to score with a jab to the body but Bol is just out of range. Bol scores with a slapping inside leg kick. Nicoletta swings widly with a right hand
and Bol counters with a straight right hand. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. An inside leg kick lands from Nicoletta. Bol stuns Nicoletta with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range. A big left from Bol misses. #T1# Bol waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Nicoletta. Bol scoring well with a low kick there.
Nicoletta misses with a telegraphed body shot
letting Bol counter with a right hand. Nicoletta wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection. Bol takes a swing at Nicoletta's ribcage but misses. Nicoletta slips a straight right by Bol. Bol on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. Nicoletta keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bol.#T2# Nicoletta lands a lovely overhand right. Nicoletta stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush. No joy there for Bol, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
A thudding body kick lands there by Nicoletta!
Yar Bol has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Nicoletta thows a left - swing and a miss! Bol looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. Bol steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Nicoletta. Bol flicks out a counter leg kick but Nicoletta steps away. Nicoletta throws a leg kick and Bol counters with a body kick. Nicoletta on the wrong end of a nice jab.#T3# Nicoletta thumps Bol with a low kick. Nicoletta keeps Bol at a distance using the push kick. Bol buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
An inside leg kick lands from Bol. Nicoletta connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. Nice cross by Nicoletta. Nicoletta throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Good shot there by Nicoletta.#T4# Nicoletta feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Bols jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist! Nicoletta pounces like a tiger and cracks Bol with a vicious hook! Bol is down but not out! Nicoletta follows up with more strikes forcing the ref to jump in and stop it!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:21 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Casimiro Nicoletta! A victorious Casimiro Nicoletta 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# Tucker lands a jab to the head.
#CUT#It looks like Casimiro Nicoletta has been cut. Tucker wants to clinch and Nicoletta counters with a straight punch to the midsection. Nicoletta thows a left - swing and a miss! A slow jab from Tucker misses its intended target. Tucker checks a low kick from Nicoletta. Nicoletta takes a shot right to the bread basket. Nicoletta is looking to chop away at Tucker's legs. Tucker throws a hook to the side of Nicoletta's head but Nicoletta sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Nicoletta loads up on a big right hand but Tucker slips the punch. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Nicoletta takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh. Tucker looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. Tucker jabs Nicoletta to the body, keeping him at a distance. The fighters circle momentarily. Tucker darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch. Nicoletta moves out of range as Tucker strikes. Nicoletta let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.#T1# Tucker misses with a wild body shot. Tucker bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Nicoletta's head. Nicoletta takes a swing at Tucker's ribcage but misses. Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Nicoletta. #CL# Tucker clinches up against the cage. Tucker lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. A head punch blocked on the inside by Nicoletta. Tucker tries to throw a body punch but Nicoletta avoids it by throwing Tucker back against the cage. Tucker tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Nicoletta's elbow. Tucker tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Tucker tries to work over Nicoletta's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Tucker working aggressively here.
Nicoletta tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Still in the clinch, Nicoletta scores with a nice short uppercut. Still in the clinch, Tucker scores with a nice short uppercut. Tucker lands with a short punch from the clinch.
#BC2# Nicoletta breaks from the clinch.
#T2# The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Tucker moves out of range of the body kick from Nicoletta.
#CL# Tucker gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here. A right hand to the body from Tucker.
Tucker misses with a body punch.
Tucker lands a body shot. Tucker working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Tucker lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. Tucker scores with a shot to the side of Nicoletta's head. Tucker misses with a punch to the body.
Nicoletta misses with the head strike.
Tucker has a couple of punches blocked by Nicoletta.
Tucker makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. Tucker lands a left hand that snaps the head of Nicoletta backwards. Tucker blocks an uppercut.
Nicoletta is trying to push Tucker away but Tucker has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere. Tucker misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tucker gets through Nicoletta's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Tucker tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Nicoletta's elbow. #T3# Tucker lands a right hand. Tucker blocks a body shot from Nicoletta. Nicoletta is working Tucker over against the cage. Tucker swings wildly with an uppercut but Nicoletta uses good head movement to avoid it. Tucker tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Nicoletta can't break the clinch.
Nicoletta lands with a short shot to the head. Nicoletta working some nice short punches in the clinch. Tucker misses with some punches.
Tucker misses with a short punch on the inside. Nicoletta is trying to break the clinch but Tucker has him pressed against the cage. Tucker misses with the head strike.
Nicoletta working aggressively here.
Nicoletta misses with a hook from the clinch. A nice left hand lands by Tucker.
Tucker swings away with an uppercut that misses.
#BC2# Nicoletta breaks from the clinch.
Charles Tucker seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Tucker lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.#T4# Tucker scores with a jab to the jaw. 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! Tucker lands with an uppercut that bounces Nicoletta off the cage and back into range.#ROC#Nicoletta is rocked! Tucker connects with a jab, followed by a picture perfect straight right that sends Nicoletta to the canvas, out cold! What a finish by Tucker!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Charles Tucker! Charles Tucker retains his light heavyweight title! A victorious Charles Tucker 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 45: Tucker vs Account
Date: Sep 18, 2021 |
#R1# Nicoletta misses with a looping left. Ignatov has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight. A jab from Ignatov misses. Ignatov throws a sloppy head kick and Nicoletta moves out of range easily. A slapping leg kick lands for Nicoletta.
Ignatov loads up on a big right hand but Nicoletta slips the punch. Ignatov walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Nicoletta checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side. Ignatov swings widly with a right hand
and Nicoletta counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Nicoletta bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Nicoletta tried to counter with a leg kick but Ignatov avoided it. Nicoletta displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Ignatov throws out the jab. Nicoletta throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Ignatov 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. Ignatov 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 Nicoletta. Ignatov is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Nicoletta with a body shot. Ignatov defending well as Nicoletta loads up on a big left hand. Ignatov staying out of range there. Ignatov fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Nicoletta is out of range. #T1# Ignatov throws a hook but Nicoletta blocks it. Nicoletta uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Ignatov.#CL2# Ignatov fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Nicoletta, pushing him back against the cage. Nicoletta is working Ignatov over against the cage. An uppercut to the body lands inside from Ignatov. Ignatov has a couple of punches blocked by Nicoletta.
#BC# Nicoletta escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Ignatov connects with a leg kick. Ignatov connects with a leg kick. Nicoletta 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. Ignatov throws a predictable looking body shot
and Ignatov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Nicoletta throws a big shot that misses. Ignatov moves out of range as Nicoletta strikes. Nicoletta scores with a body shot.
Ignatov misses the body punch and Nicoletta counters with a nice uppercut. This has been an exciting period of action! Ignatov swinging wildly here.
#T2# Ignatov looks to land a left hand but Nicoletta moved out of range nicely. Nicoletta throws an overhand right that lands on Ignatov's shoulder, as Ignatov tries to avoid the shot. Nicoletta throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Nice shot lands for Ignatov. Yevgeny Ignatov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Nicoletta throws a lazy uppercut
and Ignatov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CUT2#It looks like Casimiro Nicoletta has been cut. Ignatov throws out a loose jab but Nicoletta uses good head movement to avoid it. Nicoletta avoids the head kick by Ignatov.
Ignatov throws a head kick that misses letting Nicoletta counter with a right hand. A big left from Ignatov misses. Nicoletta moves out of range as Ignatov strikes. Nicoletta uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Ignatov. Ignatov catches Nicoletta with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong! Nicoletta circles away from the clinch attempt.
Nicoletta misses with a kick to the body.
#T3# Ignatov misses with a series of wild punches.
Nicoletta scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent. Ignatov connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son. Ignatov scores with a crisp jab that stopped Nicoletta in his tracks. Ignatov takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Ignatov throws a predictable looking body shot
and Ignatov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Ignatov scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business. Ignatov keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Nicoletta ducks under a wild hook from Ignatov. Some wild striking there from Ignatov.
Ignatov tries to work over Nicoletta's front leg with a kick but Nicoletta checks it. #T4# Ignatov throws a head kick but Nicoletta moves out of range.
Nicoletta feinted there with a counter leg kick. This has been an exciting period of action! Ignatov throws an ugly left hook that misses
letting Nicoletta counter with a right hand. Nicoletta takes one to the chin there. Ignatov throws a body shot but no joy. Nicoletta throws a hook but Ignatov blocks it. And an attempted straight right on the counter from Ignatov! But no joy. Ignatov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Nicoletta moves away. Jab from Ignatov. The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Nicoletta checks a leg kick. Nicoletta just misses with a punch to the body.
Ignatov bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Nicoletta's head. Nicoletta tried to score with a low kick but Ignatov checks it. Ignatov misses with a body kick. Ignatov misses with a hook
and Ignatov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Yevgeny Ignatov will probably get the nod. The cut man is working on Casimiro Nicoletta'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# Nicoletta will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Nicoletta ducks right into an uppercut from Ignatov. Ignatov lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin. Nicoletta staying out of range there. Ignatov misses with a shot to the body enabling Nicoletta to counter with a crisp jab. A punch combination from Ignatov misses. A low kick from Ignatov is predictable there and Nicoletta counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Ignatov thinking. A big left from Ignatov misses. Yevgeny Ignatov seems to be getting the better of the standup. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Nicoletta fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ignatov manages to avoid it. Nicoletta has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ. Nicoletta keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Ignatov throws out a leg kick but Nicoletta moves out of range and Ignatov only half commits. Ignatov misses with a low kick. Nicoletta was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.#T1# Ignatov misses with a left hand and Nicoletta counters with a good low kick that Ignatov was not able to check. Ignatov throws a big shot that misses. Ignatov misses with a head kick.
Ignatov misses with a body shot
enabling Nicoletta to counter with a crisp jab. Nicoletta misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Ignatov misses with a hook. Nicoletta ducked under it nicely. Ignatov missing with a left hand there. Nicoletta was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Nicoletta was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit. Ignatov walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush. Ignatov misses with a body shot.
Ignatov throws a hook but Nicoletta blocks it. Nicoletta goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. Nicoletta throws a jab when Ignatov was well out of range. That kick from Ignatov tenderised Nicoletta's leg. Nicoletta is trying to keep his angry face on. Ignatov throws a lazy head kick and Nicoletta counters with a stiff right hand. #T2# A low kick from Ignatov misses and Nicoletta counters with a nice uppercut. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Nicoletta throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Ignatov throws a sloppy head kick #KD# and Nicoletta counters with a crisp right hand that drops Ignatov! Nicoletta lets Ignatov back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#ROC#Ignatov is rocked! Ignatov looks to throw the jab but Nicoletta is out of range. Ignatov is still on wobbly legs! Can Nicoletta finish him? A kick lands to the mid section there for Nicoletta. Ignatov is breathing heavily. Nicoletta buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Nicoletta lands with a nice body punch. Ignatov seems to have recovered his senses. Nicoletta fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Ignatov has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage. Ignatov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Nicoletta sees it coming and avoids it easily. Ignatov misses with a body punch
#KD# and Nicoletta counters with a crisp right hand that drops Ignatov! Nicoletta lets Ignatov back up to his feet, looking for a finish! Ignatov misses with a lunging right hand
and Nicoletta rattles Ignatov with a well-timed uppercut counter. - Ignatov tries to back away and recover but his hands are down low and he gets tagged again, sending him stumbling down to the canvas. Nicoletta dives in after him and quickly finishes the job with a trio of brutal punches, leaving Ignatov stiff and motionless on the mat!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:49 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Casimiro Nicoletta! During a confident post fight interview, Casimiro Nicoletta thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
DMMA 37: Tucker vs Bol
Date: Aug 18, 2021 |
#R1# McCain takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor. McCain misses with a left hand and Nicoletta cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Nicoletta looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. Nicoletta scores with a nice head shot. McCain doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body. McCain pulls out of a head kick attempt.
McCain thumps Nicoletta with a low kick. McCain misses the shot to the body. Nicoletta throws an ugly left hook that misses
and McCain counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Nicoletta slips a jab from McCain . McCain throws a nice inside 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! A punch combination from Nicoletta misses. Nicoletta misses with a straight right. McCain pulls out of a head kick attempt.
#T1# McCain moves out of range as Nicoletta strikes. McCain swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made. Nice body punch from Nicoletta. Nicoletta goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. Nicoletta lands a straight punch to the body, keeping McCain at a distance.
McCain throws a hook but Nicoletta blocks it. McCain throws a lazy uppercut
and Nicoletta counters with a thumping low kick. Jab from McCain . McCain with a body punch. A glancing blow. Lucas McCain seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Nicoletta uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before McCain has time to react. Nicoletta tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but McCain was well out of range. Poor timing from Nicoletta. McCain throws a leg kick but Nicoletta sees it coming and checks it nicely. #T2# A good leg kick by Nicoletta. McCain 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 seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Nicoletta keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Nicoletta throws a sloppy head kick and McCain moves out of range easily. McCain scores with a body shot.
McCain is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Nicoletta checks a leg kick nicely. Nicoletta checks a low kick from McCain . McCain throws a left and a right that both miss
and Nicoletta counters with a nice low kick that buckles McCain 's knee momentarily. A big right from McCain misses. Nice defenses there by McCain .#T3# Nicoletta lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw. McCain throws out a powerful jab.#CUT2#It looks like Casimiro Nicoletta has been cut. Nicoletta misses with an attempted mid kick.
Nicoletta avoids the head kick by McCain .
Good work by Nicoletta as he checks the leg kick. Nicoletta swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect. A low kick lands for McCain .
McCain looks to land a combination but Nicoletta avoids it well. A slow jab from Nicoletta misses its intended target. McCain lands a jab to Nicoletta's midsection. McCain misses with a hook
and Nicoletta counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T4# McCain on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere. Nicoletta has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by McCain . This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! McCain misses with a hook. As McCain backs away, Nicoletta returns fire with a leg kick that just misses. Nicoletta connects with a solid leg kick. Nicoletta blocks a jab. McCain lands a lovely overhand right. Nicoletta is really peppering his opponent's head with punches. Nicoletta uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook. McCain pivots, looking for a leg kick but Nicoletta is out of range and McCain settles back down. As McCain backs away, Nicoletta returns fire with a leg kick that just misses. Nicoletta slips under a jab. McCain throws a shot from downtown. Nicoletta moves away and avoids it. Nicoletta scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Casimiro Nicoletta dominated that round. The cut man is working on Casimiro Nicoletta'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# McCain misses with a lunging right hand
and Nicoletta counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Nicoletta has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from McCain . Nicoletta misses with a body kick. McCain throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Nicoletta sees it coming and avoids it easily. A solid leg kick lands there for McCain .
Nicoletta throws a hook but McCain avoids it easily. Nicoletta throws a hook but McCain avoids it easily. McCain misses with a low kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. McCain avoids a low kick by using good footwork. A leg kick checked by Nicoletta. Nicoletta loads up on a big right hand but McCain slips the punch.#T1# Nicoletta staying out of range there. McCain moves into range and connects with a jab. Nicoletta pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way. Nicoletta scores with a kick to the midsection. McCain swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nicoletta fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches McCain on the side of the head. McCain chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Nicoletta can pounce on him.
McCain misses with a straight right. It looked like Nicoletta wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. Nicoletta throws a front kick aimed at McCain 's knee but McCain avoids it well. Nicoletta's hands are dropping dangerously low here and McCain connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Nicoletta scrambles back to his feet. Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Nicoletta, as that shot connected.
#T2# Nicoletta throws a body shot but no joy. Nice body kick from McCain . The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. McCain throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
An attempted straight right counter from Nicoletta misses the target. Nicoletta pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Nicoletta misses with a kick to the body and McCain connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Nicoletta lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head. A swing and a miss from Nicoletta. McCain now looks to counter with a shot at the body. A lazy left from Nicoletta finds it's target. Nicoletta will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
#T3# McCain finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
McCain misses with a low kick.
McCain misses with a hook
and Nicoletta counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. McCain misses with a looping left. Nicoletta throwing a counter right hand but McCain manages to avoid it. Nicoletta scores with a hook to the body. McCain takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. McCain steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Nicoletta. Nicoletta scores with a crisp jab that stopped McCain in his tracks. #ROC#McCain is rocked! Nicoletta lands a right hook to the body.
Nicoletta lands with a big left! McCain is wobbled badly! Nicoletta comes in with a flurry of punches and drops McCain to the floor. The ref jumps in to save him from unneccessary punishment.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:51 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Casimiro Nicoletta! Casimiro Nicoletta thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
DMMA 29: Luciano vs Amida
Date: Jul 24, 2021 |
#R1##TD2# Nicoletta tries to sprawl but Zhikova drives through with a takedown into half guard. Nicoletta has one foot on Zhikova's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet. Zhikova tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Nicoletta swivels and escapes. Nicoletta jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit. Nicoletta throws a head kick that misses. Zhikova fails with the takedown and Nicoletta counters with a three punch combo that has Zhikova backing up. Zhikova nods at Nicoletta to acknowledge the strikes. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Nicoletta lands a leg kick that knocks Zhikova off balance momentarily. Zhikova fails with a takedown attempt. Nicoletta looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger. Casimiro Nicoletta has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Pinina Zhikova. Zhikova shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it. Zhikova with a poor takedown letting Nicoletta counter with a right hand. Zhikova misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out. A quick step to the side and Nicoletta tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect. We've been told by Nicoletta's head coaches at Fist of Fury Training Center that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight. Nicoletta throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Zhikova misses with a takedown attempt - Nicoletta sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses. Nicoletta keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#T1# Zhikova throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Nicoletta's waist but Nicoletta gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Zhikova off to one side. Nicoletta with the inside leg kick. A telegraphed takedown attempt from Zhikova is defended easily by Nicoletta. Nicoletta throws a jab when Zhikova was well out of range. Zhikova fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Nicoletta avoids it really well and circles away. Nicoletta cracks Zhikova with an open hand slap. Zhikova gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily and Nicoletta counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. Zhikova takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Zhikova shoots for a double leg takedown but Nicoletta sprawls well. He's pushed Zhikova's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. #T2# Zhikova shoots in but doesn't get the takedown and Zhikova takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Zhikova dives in and grabs Nicoletta's left leg, looking for a takedown. Nicoletta pushes down on Zhikova's head and hops out. Nicoletta leaves Zhikova with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt. Nicoletta lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt. 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! Nicoletta throws out a loose jab but Zhikova uses good head movement to avoid it. Zhikova closes this distance looking for a takedown but Nicoletta circles away. Nicoletta misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Zhikova shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Nicoletta pinned against the cage. Nicoletta gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. Nicoletta thinks about countering with a body kick. Zhikova fails with the takedown. Zhikova will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts. Nicoletta half committed to a counter leg kick.#T3# Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Nicoletta. Zhikova shrugs it off though. Zhikova looks winded! Nicoletta slaps away a takedown attempt from Zhikova, before circling back to the center of the mat. Zhikova goes for a double leg but Nicoletta avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Nicoletta continues to drive forward. Zhikova fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt. Zhikova takes a kick to the side of the head.#CUT#It looks like Pinina Zhikova has been cut. Nicoletta throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Zhikova is defended easily by Nicoletta. Nicoletta was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. Zhikova avoids the body shot from Nicoletta.
#TD2# Nicoletta gets caught napping as Zhikova dives in and scores a takedown. Nicoletta manages to retain guard. Nicoletta is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Zhikova presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Zhikova has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Nicoletta avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch. Nicoletta lands on the inside with an uppercut. #T4# Zhikova is looking to take this one to the mat. Nicoletta lands a right hand. Nicoletta lands a left hand that snaps the head of Zhikova backwards. #BC# Nicoletta pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Zhikova misses with a takedown and Nicoletta counters with a massive head kick! KABOOM! Zhikova is out cold! A devastating KO!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Casimiro Nicoletta! A very excited looking Casimiro Nicoletta 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 32 - NICOLETTA VS JANA
Date: Jun 17, 2021 |
#R1# Sobieskiego thows a left - swing and a miss! Nicoletta is looking to counter punch. Nicoletta takes a shot right to the bread basket. A chopping leg kick lands by Sobieskiego. Nice defenses there by Sobieskiego. Sobieskiego takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Sobieskiego has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight. Sobieskiego throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A jab from Nicoletta misses. Sobieskiego throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. It looked like Nicoletta wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Nicoletta keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Sobieskiego. Sobieskiego connects with the punch. Nice straight punches there by Nicoletta. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Nicoletta. Nicoletta throws out a loose jab but Sobieskiego uses good head movement to avoid it. #T1# Sobieskiego slips under a jab from Nicoletta. Nicoletta swings for the body but Sobieskiego moves out of range.
Sobieskiego ducks down and throws a hook to the body. A punch combination from Nicoletta misses. Sobieskiego throws an ugly left hook that misses
letting Nicoletta counter with a right hand. Sobieskiego lands a leg kick that knocks Nicoletta off balance momentarily. Sobieskiego tries a head kick but it misses.
A low kick from Nicoletta is predictable there enabling Sobieskiego to counter with a crisp jab. Sobieskiego connects with a body shot. Nicoletta lands with a slapping head kick. #T2# Sobieskiego tries a head kick but it misses.
Sobieskiego misses with a body shot.
This has been an exciting period of action! Nicoletta takes a shot right to the bread basket. Donk. Nicoletta catches Sobieskiego right on the button with a cross. Sobieskiego misses with an uppercut. Nicoletta saw that one coming. A big right from Nicoletta misses. Nicoletta throws a right hand that misses
and Sobieskiego counters with a nice low kick that buckles Nicoletta's knee momentarily. Nicoletta with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Sobieskiego to score with a decent uppercut. Sobieskiego punishes Nicoletta's body with a nice straight punch. Sobieskiego fails to land with a series of punches.
Nice straight punches there by Sobieskiego. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Sobieskiego.#T3# Sobieskiego slips a straight right by Nicoletta. Jana Iii Sobieskiego seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Sobieskiego takes one to the side of the head.
Nicoletta throws a half hearted mid kick. Nicoletta walks into a jab. Sobieskiego on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Nicoletta looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Sobieskiego throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Nicoletta keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Nicoletta swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Jab from Nicoletta.#T4# Sobieskiego scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent. Sobieskiego jabs at Nicoletta's body. Sobieskiego misses with a hook to the body
enabling Nicoletta to counter with a crisp jab. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! A decent looking cross lands there for Sobieskiego. A telegraphed right hand from Sobieskiego misses the target. Nicoletta was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. Sobieskiego misses with a low kick. Sobieskiego misses with a kick to the body and Nicoletta counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Nicoletta showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Sobieskiego.
Nicoletta tries a low kick but Sobieskiego avoids it. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Jana Iii Sobieskiego will probably get the nod. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2##KD# Nicoletta lands a big head kick that sends Sobieskiego tumbling to the mat! Nicoletta takes a step backwards and waves Sobieskiego back to his feet - he wants the finish!#CUT#It looks like Jana Iii Sobieskiego has been cut. Sobieskiego throws out a token jab with nothing on it. A chopping leg kick lands by Sobieskiego. Sobieskiego lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin. Sobieskiego lands a right hook to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Sobieskiego swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nicoletta thinks about countering with a body kick. Sobieskiego scoring well with a low kick there.
Nicoletta blocks a leg kick. Nicoletta appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick. Good leg kick by Sobieskiego. Sobieskiego lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Nicoletta circles away quickly and effectively. Sobieskiego scores with a shot to the body.
#T1# Sobieskiego throws a body punch but Nicoletta moves out of range. Sobieskiego avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Sobieskiego throws a right hand that Nicoletta ducks under and follows up with a left that Nicoletta also avoids with ease. A counter left hand to the body from Nicoletta misses its target. Nicoletta scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Sobieskiego doesn't seem bothered though. Nicoletta lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected. Good leg kick by Sobieskiego. Sobieskiego checks the leg kick nicely there.
Nicoletta scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard. Nicoletta loads up on a big right hand but Sobieskiego slips the punch. Nicoletta throws an overhand right that lands on Sobieskiego's shoulder, as Sobieskiego tries to avoid the shot. Sobieskiego let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.#T2# Nicoletta misses with a body shot
and Sobieskiego counters with a lovely shot to the body. Sobieskiego blocks the body kick.
Sobieskiego looks to score with a jab to the body but Nicoletta is just out of range. Nicoletta throws a big shot that misses. Sobieskiego lands with a shot 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! A decent looking cross lands there for Sobieskiego. Sobieskiego lands an overhand right. Sobieskiego thumps Nicoletta with a low kick. Nicoletta throws a sloppy body shot
and Sobieskiego makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick. A low kick from Sobieskiego is predictable there and Nicoletta counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.#T3# Nice shot lands for Sobieskiego. Sobieskiego avoids a kick to the body.
Jana Iii Sobieskiego seems to be getting the better of the standup. Sobieskiego takes a swing at Nicoletta's ribcage but misses. Nicoletta throws a right hand that misses
and Sobieskiego counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Sobieskiego tries a low kick but Nicoletta avoids it. Nicoletta throws a jab when Sobieskiego was well out of range. Sobieskiego steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Nicoletta. Sobieskiego rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Nicoletta counters with an outside leg kick.
Nicoletta throws a wild body kick that Sobieskiego sees coming a mile off. Nicoletta is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight. The fighters circling - Sobieskiego throws out the jab but it was never going to land. It looked like Nicoletta wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T4# Nicoletta misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sobieskiego.
Sobieskiego flicks out a counter leg kick but Nicoletta steps away. Sobieskiego connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son. Sobieskiego displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Nicoletta throws out the jab. Nicoletta takes one to the chin there. A punch combination from Nicoletta misses. Sobieskiego throws a body punch but Nicoletta moves out of range. Nicoletta misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Sobieskiego makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Sobieskiego fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done. Nicoletta lands a jab to the head.
Nicoletta avoids the body shot from Sobieskiego.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Jana Iii Sobieskiego will probably get the nod - 10:9. The cut man is working on Jana Iii Sobieskiego'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# Sobieskiego tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Nicoletta was well out of range. Poor timing from Sobieskiego. Nicoletta lunges at Sobieskiego with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Sobieskiego's hand. Sobieskiego throws a leg kick but Nicoletta sees it coming and moves out of range. A bone on bone clash there as Nicoletta blocks the leg kick.
Sobieskiego is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Nicoletta rather than just go for the knockout. Sobieskiego scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent. Nicoletta looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. Sobieskiego slips a straight right by Nicoletta. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Sobieskiego uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Nicoletta.
Nicoletta lands a slapping body shot.
A jab from Sobieskiego finds it's way through Nicoletta's defenses. #T1# Nicoletta pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Nicoletta lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Sobieskiego at a distance.
Sobieskiego scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent. Sobieskiego goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo. Nicoletta drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles. Nicoletta tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sobieskiego was well out of range. Poor timing from Nicoletta. Nicoletta uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sobieskiego.
Nicoletta was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. Sobieskiego misses with a straight right. Nicoletta steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Sobieskiego. Nicoletta just misses with a punch to the body.
#T2# Sobieskiego lands with a thumping leg kick.
Nicoletta ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sobieskiego moves away. Sobieskiego fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Nicoletta manages to avoid it. Nicoletta chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Sobieskiego can pounce on him.
Sobieskiego throws a hook to the side of Nicoletta's head but Nicoletta sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Nicoletta throws a solid leg kick but Sobieskiego takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Nicoletta. Sobieskiego lands a head shot. Nicoletta throws a head kick that half lands.
Sobieskiego buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Nicoletta throws a sloppy head kick and Sobieskiego moves out of range easily. #T3# A nice leg kick from Nicoletta, right into the meat of the thigh.
Sobieskiego throws a shot to the body.
A slow jab from Nicoletta misses its intended target. Sobieskiego is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Nicoletta with a body shot. Nicoletta throws a sloppy head kick and Sobieskiego moves out of range easily. An inside leg kick lands from Sobieskiego. Nicoletta tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sobieskiego was well out of range. Poor timing from Nicoletta. Sobieskiego throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sobieskiego scores with a jab. A cross from Sobieskiego lands. Sobieskiego connects with a crisp jab. #T4# Nicoletta throws the kick towards the body but Sobieskiego avoids it. This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Sobieskiego. Jana Iii Sobieskiego is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach. Nice uppercut there from Nicoletta. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Sobieskiego looks to score with a jab to the body but Nicoletta is just out of range. Sobieskiego connects with a leg kick. Nicoletta looks for the body kick but Sobieskiego saw that one coming. Sobieskiego appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body. Sobieskiego pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Nicoletta ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sobieskiego moves away. Casimiro Nicoletta has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Sobieskiego lands a nice hook to Nicoletta's body. Nicoletta takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
And that's the end of the fight! Jana Iii Sobieskiego comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. Well Sobieskiego 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 Aleksei Zolotukhin scores the fight for Jana Iii Sobieskiego! Judge Dmitry Maklakov scores the fight for Jana Iii Sobieskiego! Judge Igor Prikhodko scores the fight for Jana Iii Sobieskiego!
Jana Iii Sobieskiego wins by unanimous decision! Jana Iii Sobieskiego thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
BLAZE 28 - BERNARD VS HALL 2
Date: May 20, 2021 |
#R1# Lalime misses with a shot to the body and Nicoletta counters with a leg kick. Nicoletta is looking to slow Lalime down with leg kicks. Lalime connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. #CUT2#It looks like Casimiro Nicoletta has been cut. Nicoletta blocks a jab. Nicoletta moves away from the strike by Lalime. Lalime throws a predictable looking body shot
and Nicoletta cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CUT#It looks like Anthony Lalime has been cut. Nicoletta throws a low kick, looking for Lalime's leg but Lalime calmly moves out of range. Nicoletta sets himself, and Lalime steps forward looking for the clinch! Nicoletta avoids it this time. Nicoletta misses with a looping right. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Nicoletta misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lalime.
Lalime tries to counter by closing the distance.#KD# Nicoletta cracks Lalime with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Nicoletta has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Lalime to stand back up!#ROC#Lalime is rocked! The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Lalime lands a jab to Nicoletta's midsection.#T1# Lalime looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. Lalime is still on wobbly legs! Can Nicoletta finish him? Nicoletta takes a swing at Lalime's ribcage but misses. Lalime jabbing away but nothing is landing. Lalime seems to have recovered his senses. Nicoletta throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nicoletta swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Lalime wants to counter with a clinch but Nicoletta pushes him away. Nicoletta misses with a low kick. Nicoletta swings for the body but Lalime moves out of range.
Lalime bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Nicoletta swings for the body but Lalime moves out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Nicoletta. Lalime does a little dance to reset his feet. Lalime checks a leg kick nicely.#T2# Nicoletta swings away with a leg kick that misses. Nicoletta looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. Lalime lands a head shot. Lalime scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard. Anthony Lalime seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Nicoletta throws out a loose jab but Lalime uses good head movement to avoid it. Lalime ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Nicoletta throws a push kick but Lalime slaps the foot to one side. Lalime misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Nicoletta.
Nicoletta feinted there with a counter leg kick. Lalime scores with a nice right hand.
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! Nicoletta wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection. Lalime lands a lovely overhand right. Nicoletta scores with a crisp jab that stopped Lalime in his tracks. #T3# Lalime fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Nicoletta manages to avoid it. Lalime scores with a jab to the body. Lalime throws a body punch but Nicoletta moves out of range. Nicoletta thuds a left hand into Lalime's body. Lalime misses with the combination.
Lalime misses with an uppercut
and Nicoletta cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#KD# Nicoletta lands a big right hand that sends Lalime crashing to the mat! Nicoletta stays standing though and waves Lalime back to his feet! The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Lalime misses with a left hand and Nicoletta counters with a huge right that knocks Lalime out cold! Nicoletta is running around with a crazed look on his face - you can see how much that meant to him!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Casimiro Nicoletta! Casimiro Nicoletta 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:
BLAZE 24 NICOLETTA V DRACULA 2
Date: Apr 22, 2021 |
#R1# Dracula lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.#CUT2#It looks like Casimiro Nicoletta has been cut. Dracula keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Nicoletta. Dracula doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter. Dracula looks to land a right hand but Nicoletta moved out of range. Nicoletta appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body. Nicoletta connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#CUT#It looks like Vlad Dracula has been cut. Nicoletta stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush. Nicoletta blocks a jab. Dracula checks a low kick from Nicoletta. Vlad Dracula seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Nicoletta missing with a left hand there. Dracula was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Nicoletta takes a jab right on the kisser.
Nicoletta ducks under a wild hook from Dracula. Nicoletta throwing a counter right hand but Dracula manages to avoid it. Nice jab there from Dracula. #ROC2#Nicoletta is rocked! Nicoletta takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch. This has been an exciting period of action! Dracula misses with a lunging right hand
and Nicoletta counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. Nicoletta looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. Nicoletta misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Dracula.
Dracula cracks Nicoletta with a good jab. Dracula ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Nicoletta moves away.#T1# Nicoletta ducks under a wild hook from Dracula.#CL2# Dracula moves into the clinch successfully.
#BC# Nicoletta escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Dracula jabbing away but nothing is landing. Nicoletta tests Dracula's chin there with a solid looking shot. Nicoletta takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it. A looping hook to the body misses from Dracula. Nicoletta does a little dance to reset his feet. Dracula connects with a single shot there. Nicoletta drops his hands momentarily and Dracula takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. Oh Nicoletta is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#CUT2#Casimiro Nicoletta's cut is getting worse. Dracula throws an off balance right hand
and Nicoletta counters with a straight right hand. Dracula drops Nicoletta with a big left hand! Nicoletta is injured, injured bad! Dracula jumps in and finished him with strikes! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Vlad Dracula! Vlad Dracula is the new light heavyweight champion! An out of breath Vlad Dracula 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:
BLAZE 20 - MURPHY VS NICOLETTA
Date: Mar 25, 2021 |
#R1# Murphy fails with an attempt to clinch.
Nicoletta keeps the fight on the outside. Nicoletta throws a hook but Murphy avoids it easily. Murphy tries to close the distance and clinch up but Nicoletta swats him away and circles back towards the center. Nicoletta throws out a loose jab but Murphy uses good head movement to avoid it. Nicoletta swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Murphy wants to clinch up but Nicoletta keeps it at a distance.#CL# Murphy clinches. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD# Murphy ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Murphy no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. #SUB# Murphy working for a triangle but Nicoletta defends it easily.
Murphy seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#SUB# Murphy had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Nicoletta defends it easily.#T1# Nicoletta stopping the sweep attempt from Murphy. Nicoletta's corner is telling him to maintain position. Nicoletta's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige. Murphy not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Nicoletta told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.#SU2# Murphy is working an open guard so Nicoletta takes the opportunity to get back to his feet. Nicoletta circles away from the clinch attempt.
#CL# Murphy moves into the clinch.#BC2# Nicoletta breaks the clinch.
#CL# Murphy pushes Nicoletta up against the cage in a clinch. Murphy tries to pull guard but Nicoletta won't allow it.
Nicoletta has a couple of punches blocked by Murphy.
Nicoletta lands with a right to the head. #TD# Murphy successfully pulls guard.
#T2# Murphy looking to control.
Murphy managing to control the position. Nicoletta really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Murphy. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out. Nicoletta wants to control from the top but Murphy keeps moving. Nicoletta wants to pass the guard but Murphy is keeping the position. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Nicoletta postures up.
Murphy looking to hit a scissor sweep but Nicoletta is one step ahead there. #SU2# Nicoletta stands up from Murphy's guard - Nicoletta perhaps looking for a knockout. Nicoletta misses the shot to the body. Murphy wants to clinch.#T3# Murphy tries to grapple but his opponent circles and Nicoletta counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. Nicoletta circles away from the clinch attempt enabling Nicoletta to counter with a crisp jab. Nicoletta lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.#CL# Murphy has Nicoletta up against the cage in a clinch.
Murphy tries to pull guard but Nicoletta forces him back to his feet, against the cage.#TD# Murphy has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Nicoletta uses from the top position. #T4# Nicoletta wants to pass the guard but Murphy is keeping the position. Nicoletta postures up.
Nicoletta seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #SUB# Murphy has his foot on Nicoletta's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Nicoletta works his way back into a safe position though. Nicoletta must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu. Nicoletta trying to control but Murphy is working from the bottom. Murphy is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Nicoletta has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Murphy is proving hard to escape from. Nicoletta controlling from the top position. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Murphy working a defensive guard here.
Murphy is really struggling to control Nicoletta but he's trying to hold on to the position. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Casimiro Nicoletta will probably get the nod. That's time! Murphy's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2# Murphy tries to clinch enabling Nicoletta to counter with a crisp jab. Nice uppercut there from Nicoletta. Nicoletta lands an uppercut out of nowhere! Murphy falls backwards - clearly groggy! Nicoletta dives in and finishes the fight with more strikes for a TKO finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:17 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Casimiro Nicoletta! Casimiro Nicoletta is the new light heavyweight champion! An out of breath Casimiro Nicoletta thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. Manus Murphy was interviewed post fight and said 'WTF??? How did that happen?'. |
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Event:
BLAZE 15 - HALL VS BERNARD
Date: Feb 18, 2021 |
#R1# Nicoletta cracks a nice hook into Rocksteady's ribs. Nicoletta lunges at Rocksteady with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Rocksteady's hand. Nicoletta lands with a cross. Nice shot lands for Nicoletta. Nicoletta thows a leg kick but Rocksteady checks it #TD# and Rocksteady counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. Nicoletta wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Rocksteady looking to pass the guard. Nicoletta told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet. Rocksteady preventing the sweep. Nicoletta keeping full guard, as Rocksteady tries to pass. #T1# Nicoletta can't keep his opponent in guard - Rocksteady advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. Rocksteady wants to free his trapped foot but Nicoletta is holding on for dear life with his legs. Rocksteady controlling the action here. Nicoletta is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. Rocksteady works his way into full mount! #T2# Nicoletta is trying to escape the mount.
Nicoletta controls the position.#SUB# Rocksteady goes for an armbar but Nicoletta turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Nicoletta. Nicoletta stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Rocksteady swivels though and keeps the full guard. Nicoletta is stalling in the full guard. #T3# Nicoletta trying to control the position from guard on top but Rocksteady is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Rocksteady keeping full guard, as Nicoletta tries to pass. Nicoletta content to stall in guard here. #SUB# Rocksteady looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#T4# Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it. Nicoletta seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #SUB# Nicoletta avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Nicoletta looking to pass the guard. #SUB# Rocksteady has his foot on Nicoletta's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Nicoletta works his way back into a safe position though. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Nicoletta trying to control the position from guard on top but Rocksteady is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Nicoletta's corner is telling him to maintain position. Rocksteady is trying to keep Nicoletta in close.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Casimiro Nicoletta dominated that round. That's time! Rocksteady's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2# Nicoletta lands a jab to the nose. Rocksteady slips a straight right by Nicoletta. Rocksteady drops down looking for a counter takedown but Nicoletta sprawls and moves away. Nicoletta throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Rocksteady tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Nicoletta manages to circle out of the way. Rocksteady avoids the body shot from Nicoletta.
Rocksteady feinted with a counter takedown. Rocksteady darts in looking for a takedown but Nicoletta gets double underhooks and turns Rocksteady into the cage. Nicoletta let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land. A short right from Nicoletta. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Nicoletta lands a right hand. Nicoletta works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Nicoletta struggles to land a body shot inside as Rocksteady controls his hands.
Rocksteady blocks a body shot from Nicoletta. Nicoletta tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #TD# Rocksteady has Nicoletta pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Rocksteady pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Nicoletta tumbling to the mat - Rocksteady dives into Nicoletta's guard. Nicoletta looking to control but Rocksteady passes into half guard.
#T1# Rocksteady is looking to take a break and control but Nicoletta is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB# Rocksteady is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Nicoletta is just riding it out for now. Rocksteady eventually gives up the hold. #SUB# Rocksteady is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Nicoletta is just riding it out for now. Rocksteady eventually gives up the hold. #T2# The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action. Nicoletta wants to improve his position but Rocksteady is controlling well.
Rocksteady stops Nicoletta from getting back to his feet.
Nicoletta is looking to improve his position.
#T3##SUB# Rocksteady wants to work for an arm triangle but Nicoletta is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Nicoletta is looking for a sweep. Rocksteady is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. Rocksteady trying to mount his opponent but Nicoletta defends it. Nicoletta is trying to get back to full guard. Nicoletta trying to hold on to Rocksteady's head to control him but Rocksteady postures up.
#REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T4# Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#TD# Rocksteady shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Nicoletta's guard.#ES2# Nicoletta pushes Rocksteady off and gets back to his feet.
Rocksteady takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh. Rocksteady avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Nicoletta misses the shot to the body. Rocksteady tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Nicoletta manages to circle out of the way. Rocksteady closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Casimiro Nicoletta 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# Rocksteady shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Nicoletta sprawls well. Nicoletta wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Rocksteady gets slowly back to his feet. Nicoletta throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean. Rocksteady dives in for a single leg takedown but Nicoletta sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage. Nicoletta lands a left hand that snaps the head of Rocksteady backwards. Nicoletta working some nice short punches in the clinch. Rocksteady is working for takedown but Nicoletta is calmly controlling the position for now. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for James Rocksteady. That's going to take a lot out of him. Nicoletta misses with a body punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Nicoletta throws a head punch that misses. Rocksteady blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Nicoletta pushes Rocksteady back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Rocksteady is trying to pull guard but Nicoletta has him pressed against the cage. Nicoletta lands with a right to the head. Nicoletta prevents a takedown attempt there.
Nicoletta throws a head punch that misses. #T1# Rocksteady jumps guard but Nicoletta turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. I was talking to Rocksteady's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight. Nice body punch from Nicoletta. Rocksteady has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Nicoletta after a bit of a struggle. Both fighters are breathing heavily. Rocksteady has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Nicoletta is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet. Nicoletta lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Rocksteady backwards. Nicoletta pushes Rocksteady back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Nicoletta gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Rocksteady.
Casimiro Nicoletta seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far. Nicoletta scores with an uppercut up the middle. Nicoletta pushes Rocksteady back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Nicoletta lands on the inside with an uppercut. Nicoletta tries a body shot but Rocksteady blocks it.
Nicoletta lands a right hand. Nicoletta misses with a body punch.
#TD# Rocksteady decides to pull guard. Nicoletta pushing down on Rocksteady's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Nicoletta trying to mount his opponent but Rocksteady defends it. Nicoletta keeps trying to improve his position. James Rocksteady has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2# Nicoletta passes the guard and advances to mount! Nicoletta takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though. Nicoletta wants to control the pace but Rocksteady is squirming around nicely. #SU2# Nicoletta get's back to his feet. Nicoletta is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range. Nicoletta connects with a single shot there. Nicoletta fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done. Casimiro Nicoletta seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Nicoletta ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Rocksteady moves away.#T3# Rocksteady moves out of range as Nicoletta strikes. Nicoletta connects with a crisp jab. Nicoletta scores with a sloppy right hand. Rocksteady should have avoided that one. Nicoletta misses with a left hand #TD# and Rocksteady counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Rocksteady. Nicoletta trying to keep a closed guard but Rocksteady is proving a slippery customer.
Nicoletta has Rocksteady pulled in close to control his posture. Rocksteady trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #T4# Nicoletta keeping full guard, as Rocksteady tries to pass. Rocksteady is looking to work some ground and pound but Nicoletta has wrist control. Nicoletta is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #SUB# Rocksteady has gone for a leg lock! Nicoletta slips out almost immediately though and dives into Rocksteady's guard.#REVB# Nicoletta not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
And that's the end of the fight! Casimiro Nicoletta comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I've got Nicoletta 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 Dmitry Maklakov scores the fight for Casimiro Nicoletta! Judge Konstantin Menshow scores the fight for Casimiro Nicoletta! Judge Aleksei Zolotukhin scores the fight for Casimiro Nicoletta!
Casimiro Nicoletta wins by unanimous decision! An out of breath Casimiro Nicoletta 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:
ROCK FC: GONY Finale 1
Date: Jan 08, 2021 |
#R1# Nicoletta tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dracula was well out of range. Poor timing from Nicoletta. Dracula misses with a left hand and Nicoletta counters with a lovely straight right hand! Dracula takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
#CL2# Dracula closes the distance and clinches. Dracula lands a body shot in the clinch.
Nicoletta lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. Nicoletta fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Dracula swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Nicoletta prevents a body shot from Dracula. Dracula tries to work over Nicoletta's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. A head punch on the inside from Nicoletta fails to land. A short right from Dracula. A right hook to the body lands for Nicoletta.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Nicoletta. Nicoletta tries to throw a body punch but Dracula avoids it by throwing Nicoletta back against the cage. Nicoletta lands a right hand that snaps the head of Dracula backwards. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Good body shot from Dracula.
Dracula misses with a punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Dracula fails to land. Dracula prevents a body shot from Nicoletta. Dracula scores with a shot to the side of Nicoletta's head. #T1# Nicoletta lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. Dracula blocks a body shot from Nicoletta. Nicoletta digs a right hand into Dracula's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Dracula's gas tank. Nicoletta's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! A short right from Nicoletta. Nicoletta prevents a body shot from Dracula. Nicoletta doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Nicoletta has a couple of punches blocked by Dracula.
A head punch on the inside from Dracula fails to land. Nicoletta tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Dracula's elbow. Dracula misses with a hook from the clinch. Dracula misses with a short punch on the inside. Dracula gets through Nicoletta's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Nicoletta. A body shot lands from Dracula.
Nicoletta tries a body shot but Dracula blocks it.
Nicoletta lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Dracula or not. A right hook to the body lands for Nicoletta.
Nicoletta swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Dracula misses with some punches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Nicoletta. Dracula blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#T2# We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Dracula throws a head punch that misses. Nicoletta swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Nicoletta blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Dracula struggles to land a body shot inside as Nicoletta controls his hands.
Nicoletta scores with a nice hook to the head. Dracula struggles to land a body shot inside as Nicoletta controls his hands.
Dracula throws a head punch that misses. Dracula takes a shot to the head. Dracula lands a body punch in the clinch. Nicoletta tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Dracula's elbow. Dracula blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Dracula blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Dracula scores with a hook to the body. Dracula lands with a left to the head. Nicoletta blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Dracula swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Dracula misses with a hook from the clinch. Nicoletta swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Nicoletta tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Still in the clinch, Dracula scores with a nice short uppercut. Nicoletta lands a right hand. #T3# Nicoletta throws a head punch that misses. Dracula pushes Nicoletta back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Nicoletta misses with the head strike.
Dracula lands an uppercut. A right hand to the body from Nicoletta.
Nicoletta pushes Dracula back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Nicoletta misses with a short punch on the inside. Dracula lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. A head punch on the inside from Dracula fails to land. Nice body punch from Nicoletta - that landed with a thud.
Dracula lands a nice uppercut. We've been informed that Dracula has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight. Dracula lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Nicoletta. Nicoletta misses with a punch on the inside.
Nicoletta lands a left hand.
Dracula gets through Nicoletta's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. This has been an exciting period of action! A short left from Dracula. Dracula misses with a short punch on the inside. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Dracula. Dracula fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Nicoletta misses with a punch to the body.
Nicoletta swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Dracula digs a right hand into Nicoletta's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Nicoletta's gas tank. #T4# Dracula misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A short right from Dracula on the inside. Dracula misses with a punch on the inside.
Dracula scores with a shot to the side of Nicoletta's head. A short left from Nicoletta. Nicoletta blocks a body shot from Dracula. Nicoletta misses with the head strike.
Nicoletta misses with some punches.
Nicoletta lands an uppercut. Dracula misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Dracula lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Dracula has a couple of punches blocked by Nicoletta.
Nicoletta throws a punch but it's blocked by Dracula. Nicoletta tries to throw a body punch but Dracula avoids it by throwing Nicoletta back against the cage. A head punch on the inside from Nicoletta fails to land. Nicoletta tries to throw a body punch but Dracula avoids it by throwing Nicoletta back against the cage. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Dracula lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Nicoletta or not. Dracula has a couple of punches blocked by Nicoletta.
Dracula tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Nicoletta lands a left hand.
Nicoletta misses with a punch to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Vlad Dracula will probably get the nod. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2# Nicoletta throws a body punch but Dracula moves out of range. Nicoletta tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dracula was well out of range. Poor timing from Nicoletta. Dracula throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Nicoletta stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly. Nicoletta scores with a shot to the body.
Dracula tries to clinch but Nicoletta is having none of it. Dracula misses with a hook. Dracula throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Dracula slips a jab from Nicoletta. Nicoletta with a hook. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Dracula misses the shot to the body. Nicoletta lands with a cross. Nicoletta misses the body punch and Nicoletta takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Dracula misses with a hook.#T1# A shot to the liver by Dracula. Beautiful body shot. Dracula throws a hook to the side of Nicoletta's head but Nicoletta sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Nicoletta swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#CL2# Nicoletta tries to keep at a distance but Dracula has taken the fight into the clinch. Nicoletta works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Nicoletta lands with a left to the head. Nicoletta working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Dracula misses with a punch on the inside.
Nicoletta scores with a nice hook to the head. A right hook to the body lands for Dracula.
Dracula tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Nicoletta's elbow. A nice left hand lands by Dracula.
Dracula scores with a shot to the side of Nicoletta's head. Dracula scores with an uppercut up the middle. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Nicoletta fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Dracula fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Dracula lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Nicoletta goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Dracula working some nice short punches in the clinch.#T2# Dracula struggles to land a body shot inside as Nicoletta controls his hands.
Nicoletta misses with some punches.
Dracula makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. Nicoletta misses with a punch on the inside.
Dracula pushes Nicoletta back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Nicoletta tries to throw a body punch but Dracula avoids it by throwing Nicoletta back against the cage. A nice left hand lands by Dracula.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Nicoletta. Dracula scores with a shot to the side of Nicoletta's head. Dracula lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Nicoletta backwards. A head punch blocked on the inside by Dracula. Dracula lands a hook to the side of the head. Dracula makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#ROC2#Nicoletta is rocked! Nicoletta working aggressively here.
Oh Nicoletta is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!! A short uppercut from Dracula. Dracula has a couple of punches blocked by Nicoletta.
Nicoletta seems to have got his legs back now. Nicoletta prevents a body shot from Dracula. Nicoletta lands a right hand. Nicoletta's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Nicoletta throws a punch but it's blocked by Dracula. Nicoletta lands with a short head shot on the inside. #T3# Nicoletta lands a nice uppercut. A head punch blocked on the inside by Dracula. Dracula tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Nicoletta's elbow. Nicoletta blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Dracula blocks an uppercut.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Dracula. Nicoletta misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Nicoletta cracks Dracula with a nice body shot. Dracula works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here. Nicoletta tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Dracula's elbow. Dracula lands a shot to the body. Dracula lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Nicoletta backwards. Dracula lands an uppercut. Dracula lands a hook to the side of the head. A right handed body shot lands from Dracula.
Nicoletta misses with the head strike.
Dracula scores with a shoulder strike. Dracula working some nice short punches in the clinch. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Dracula digs a right hand underneath Nicoletta's ribcage. Nicoletta let out a lung full of air as it connected. Dracula lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Nicoletta or not. Dracula struggles to land a body shot inside as Nicoletta controls his hands.
#T4# Dracula blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A shot in the inside from Dracula. Dracula working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Dracula tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Dracula blocks an uppercut.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Nicoletta. Dracula lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. Vlad Dracula seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far. Dracula swings wildly with an uppercut but Nicoletta uses good head movement to avoid it. Dracula lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. Nicoletta tries to work over Dracula's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Dracula swings wildly with an uppercut but Nicoletta uses good head movement to avoid it. Dracula lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. A head punch on the inside from Nicoletta fails to land. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Nicoletta digs a right hand underneath Dracula's ribcage. Dracula let out a lung full of air as it connected. Dracula swings wildly with an uppercut but Nicoletta uses good head movement to avoid it. Nicoletta swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Nicoletta. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Vlad Dracula showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. And we move into the final round!#R3# Dracula tries to clinch up and Nicoletta counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Nicoletta throws an ugly left hook that misses
#KD2# and Dracula counters with a nice right hand that sends Nicoletta toppling to the canvas! Nicoletta scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Dracula finish him?!#CUT2#It looks like Casimiro Nicoletta has been cut. Dracula steps in with a hook that catches Nicoletta right on the chin and knocks him to the floor! Dracula follows him down with more strikes and that's all she wrote! Nicoletta looks absolutely devastated.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:26 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Vlad Dracula! An out of breath Vlad Dracula 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:
ROCK FC: GONY 4.1
Date: Dec 18, 2020 |
#R1# Gambino throws a big shot that misses. Nicoletta throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Gambino stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly. Nicoletta ducks down and throws a hook to the body. A lazy left from Nicoletta finds it's target. Nicoletta lands with an uppercut that bounces Gambino off the cage and back into range. Gambino looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights. Nicoletta lands an overhand right. Nicoletta misses the jab. Gambino wants to counter with a clinch but Nicoletta pushes him away.#CL2# Gambino moves into the clinch. Gambino misses with a hook from the clinch. Nicoletta throws a head punch that misses. Gambino lands a right hand that snaps the head of Nicoletta backwards. 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 Nicoletta. Nicoletta can't find room to land a body shot as Gambino controls the action.
Gambino fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Nicoletta swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A nice left hand lands by Nicoletta.
#T1# Nicoletta works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Gambino takes a shot to the head. Nicoletta lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. Nicoletta presses Gambino against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot. Nicoletta lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Gambino backwards. Nicoletta blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Nicoletta scores with a nice hook to the head.#ROC#Gambino is rocked! Nicoletta throws a head punch that misses. Gambino is still on wobbly legs! Can Nicoletta finish him? Nicoletta scores with a shot to the side of Gambino's head. Nicoletta lands with a left to the head. Gambino misses with a punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Nicoletta. Nicoletta lands a hook to the side of 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! Gambino throws a punch but it's blocked by Nicoletta. Nicoletta throws a big uppercut that drops Gambino! More strikes from Nicoletta and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Gambino lies dazed against the cage as Nicoletta celebrates with his cornermen!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Casimiro Nicoletta! A relieved looking Casimiro Nicoletta 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:
ROCK FC: GONY 3.1
Date: Nov 27, 2020 |
#R1# Read is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Nicoletta. Read tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Nicoletta was well out of range. Poor timing from Read. Read throws a right hand that misses
and Nicoletta counters with a right hand to the body. Read walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#CUT#It looks like Roy Read has been cut. A jab from Read misses. It looked like Nicoletta was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Read. Read throws an ugly left hook that misses
enabling Nicoletta to counter with a crisp jab. Read throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Nicoletta sees it coming and avoids it easily. Read swings widly with a right hand
and Nicoletta counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Read has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight. A looping hook to the body misses from Nicoletta. Read does a little dance to reset his feet. Nicoletta connects with a nice looking jab.
Read throws a lazy uppercut
and Nicoletta scores with a counter punch that sends Read to the canvas! Nicoletta smells blood - he's punishing Read with more strikes and the ref has stopped it! Read has no idea where he is - he's tackled the ref... oh dear, poor guy, the crowd is in hysterics!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Casimiro Nicoletta! A victorious Casimiro Nicoletta 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:
ROCK FC: GONY 2.1
Date: Oct 30, 2020 |
#R1# The bell rings for round one and we are underway! Nicoletta's jab looks to have found its range, popping Flu under the eye. Flu missing with a left hand there. Nicoletta was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Nicoletta blocks a jab. Flu swings widly with a right hand
and Nicoletta cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Nicoletta looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights. Flu shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #ROC2#Flu is rocked! Kung Flu seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Are you kidding me?! Nicoletta ducked down and unloaded an uppercut from hell that sent Flu clean off his feet! Someone make me a GIF - that's knockout of the night for sure!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Casimiro Nicoletta! Casimiro Nicoletta thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
ROCK FC: GONY 1.2
Date: Oct 10, 2020 |
#R1# The bell rings for round one and we are underway! O Farrelly tests Nicoletta's chin there with a solid looking shot. O Farrelly lands with a nice combination. Nicoletta backs away looking to recover. O Farrelly lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected. A cross from O Farrelly lands. Nicoletta keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Nicoletta steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from O Farrelly. Nicoletta walks into a stiff left hand from O Farrelly. A jab from O Farrelly does it's job there. Nicoletta jabs O Farrelly right on the nose. O Farrelly blinks but takes it well. O Farrelly throws a lazy uppercut
and Nicoletta counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! O Farrelly throws a poor cross that misses
and Nicoletta counters with a nice body shot. O Farrelly missing with a left hand there. Nicoletta was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #CL2# Nicoletta moves into the clinch. A left hand lands to the body for Nicoletta.
O Farrelly swings wildly with an uppercut but Nicoletta uses good head movement to avoid it. Nicoletta working aggressively here.
#T1# Nicoletta lands a body shot. O Farrelly is breathing heavily. Nicoletta lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of O Farrelly backwards. A short right hand to the side of the head by Nicoletta. Nicoletta scores with an uppercut up the middle. A nice right hand lands inside from Nicoletta. A right handed body shot lands from Nicoletta.
Nicoletta lands a right hand. Nicoletta lands a left hand that snaps the head of O Farrelly backwards. Nicoletta lands a right hand. #ROC2#O Farrelly is rocked! A quick uppercut on the inside from Nicoletta. Oh O Farrelly is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!! Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Nicoletta lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage. Nicoletta throws a big uppercut that drops O Farrelly! More strikes from Nicoletta and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! O Farrelly lies dazed against the cage as Nicoletta celebrates with his cornermen!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Casimiro Nicoletta! An out of breath Casimiro Nicoletta 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:
ROCK FC: Rookie trials 2
Date: Sep 20, 2020 |
#R1# The bell rings for round one and we are underway! Ten misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Eight slips a jab and a cross from Ten.
Ten misses with a few strikes there.
A shot to the liver by Ten. Beautiful body shot. Eight looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. Eight moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.#CUT#It looks like Gony Ten has been cut. Ten moves out of range of the strikes. Eight misses with a wild combination.
A left and a right from Ten both land. Nice combination. #CUT2#It looks like Gony Eight has been cut. 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! Ten tries to bum rush Eight with a series of wild strikes but Eight uses good footwork to avoid the assault. Eight is looking for a counter combo. Eight misses with a double jab
and Ten counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T1# Ten keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Eight. A nice combination there by Eight.
Eight misses with a series of wild punches.
Ten lands a nice hook to Eight's body. Eight takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. Ten swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Eight is looking to counter punch. Ten thuds a left hand into Eight's body. Eight just misses with a punch to the body.
Ten lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Ten. Ten rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Eight moves out of range and avoids them all easily. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Ten swinging wildly here.
#T2# Eight scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Eight slips a jab and a cross from Ten.
Ten looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. Eight is looking to counter with a shot to the body. Ten misses with a wild body shot. Eight will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Left hook, right uppercut from Eight. Ten throws a series of strikes that have Eight backpedaling.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Eight throws a series of punches but Ten moves out of range. Ten throws a left jab followed by a right to the body, Oh Eight colapses and takes a barrage of punches from Ten as he moves to mount! the ref stops the fight and Eight is left battered and dazed whilst Ten and his camp cheer!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Gony Ten! Our winner, Gony Ten, 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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