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Event:
KoF:IW - Mcgillicutty x Goku
Date: Aug 14, 2021 |
#R1#
Two misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Two dips to his left and cracks Ibricic with an uppercut!
Ibricic takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Ibricic shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Two as he avoids it easily.
Two connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
We've been told by Two's head coaches at Outlier Martial Arts that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Ibricic fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Two tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Ibricic manages to circle out of the way.
Ibricic looks winded!
Ibricic fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Tourny Two has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sadik Ibricic.#KD#
Two sets himself and throws a head kick that knocks Ibricic to the ground! Two dives into full mount looking to finish!#ROC#Ibricic is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Sadik Ibricic has been cut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Two sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Ibricic is still in real trouble! Can Two finish him?
Two has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Ibricic seems to have recovered his senses.#SU#
Two is standing up, even though he is in mount. #T1#
Two scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Ibricic doesn't seem bothered though.
Ibricic will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Two was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Ibricic fails to land the takedown.
Two tries to counter by clinching up but Ibricic breaks away and moves out of range.
Ibricic avoids the head kick by Two.
Horrible takedown attempt by Ibricic or perhaps it was just good defense by Two, which made it look bad.
Two looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Two looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
#KD#
Two drops Ibricic with a left right combo! Two follows him down to the ground into side control.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Two taking a breather here.
Two knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Ibricic on the ground.#SU#
Two has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand. #T2#
Two throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Ibricic tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Two swivels and escapes.
Two throws an overhand right from the outside, which connects and sends Ibricic stumbling backwards into the cage! Ibricic bounces back off the cage towards Two, who cracks him with a two punch combination that drops him to his knees! Two lands two more shots before the referee has chance to intervene - what a finish! Two celebrates with his corner as the crowd cheer loudly.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Tourny Two!
A very excited looking Tourny Two rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed. |
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Event:
KoF-IW - High Contenders
Date: Jul 11, 2021 |
#R1##TD#
Ibricic drives through with a takedown into Pawlikowski's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Ibricic content to stall in guard here. #SUB2#
Pawlikowski has his foot on Ibricic's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Ibricic works his way back into a safe position though.#SU#
Pawlikowski is working an open guard so Ibricic takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Ibricic changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Pawlikowski tries to avoid it but Ibricic manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Pawlikowski to the ground. Pawlikowski escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Ibricic is defended easily by Pawlikowski.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Pawlikowski 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.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Ibricic.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sadik Ibricic. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Ibricic closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Pawlikowski's guard.#SUB2#
Ibricic got a little sloppy there for a moment and Pawlikowski has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Ibricic has managed to get both his arms back between Pawlikowski's legs - danger averted.
Pawlikowski is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#T1#
Pawlikowski is trying to control the position but Ibricic postures up.
Ibricic is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Ibricic sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Pawlikowski's guard.
Ibricic keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#SUB2#
Pawlikowski looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Ibricic is controlling the pace.
#SUB#
Ibricic is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Ibricic content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Ibricic not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Ibricic will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Ibricic not doing much here.
#SUB#
Ibricic is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Ibricic trying to control from half guard but Pawlikowski is working away. #T3#
Pawlikowski wants to improve his position but Ibricic is controlling well.
Pawlikowski trying to control here.
Pawlikowski avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Ibricic. #SUB#
Ibricic is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Pawlikowski is just riding it out for now. Ibricic eventually gives up the hold.
Pawlikowski regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Ibricic. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Pawlikowski seems keen to control Ibricic's posture.
Pawlikowski controls Ibricic momentarily but Ibricic frees himself.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ibricic advances position into side control!#SUB#
Ibricic wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Pawlikowski, who protects the arm well.
You can see the frustration on Pawlikowski's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Ibricic is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Pawlikowski has escaped the position, nice work there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Sadik Ibricic dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2##TD#
Ibricic shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Pawlikowski's guard.
Ibricic forces his way into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Pawlikowski is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Pawlikowski wants to control but Ibricic is keeping busy.
Ibricic wants to lay and pray for a moment but Pawlikowski keeps working.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pawlikowski avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Ibricic.
Ibricic prevents Pawlikowski from improving his position.
Ibricic is looking to advance position but Pawlikowski won't allow it. #T1##SUB#
Ibricic is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Pawlikowski is just riding it out for now. Ibricic eventually gives up the hold.
Pawlikowski wants to control but Ibricic is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Ibricic trying to control from half guard but Pawlikowski is working away.
Ibricic not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Pawlikowski is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Ibricic is taking a breather. Pawlikowski says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Ibricic wants to lay and pray for a moment but Pawlikowski keeps working.
Ibricic not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Ibricic is trying to control the action in half guard but Pawlikowski is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Ibricic shoots for a double leg takedown but Pawlikowski sprawls well. He's pushed Ibricic's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. #TD2#
Pawlikowski drives through with a takedown into guard.
Ibricic has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Pawlikowski has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.#TD#
Ibricic lands a takedown into guard.
Pawlikowski manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.#T3#
Ibricic can't get the takedown.
Pawlikowski prevents a takedown attempt there.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sadik Ibricic. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#TD2#
Pawlikowski gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Ibricic regains guard.
Ibricic managing to control the position.
Ibricic lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Pawlikowski pulls Ibricic in close to prevent any damage. #T4#
Ibricic trying to control the position from guard on top but Pawlikowski is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Pawlikowski throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
Pawlikowski trying to control the position.
#SUB#
Ibricic 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.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ibricic trying to control the position from guard on top but Pawlikowski is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Sadik Ibricic dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3##TD#
Ibricic bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Pawlikowski struggling a bit here.
Ibricic trying to control the action but Pawlikowski is working from the bottom.
Pawlikowski tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Ibricic presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ibricic has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Pawlikowski's face.
Ibricic unloads with some shots from mount but Pawlikowski bucks and avoids them well.
#T1#
Pawlikowski is squirming around, avoiding Ibricic's attempts to control the action.
Ibricic unloads with some shots from mount but Pawlikowski bucks and avoids them well.
#SUB#
Ibricic looking for a guillotine from mount but Pawlikowski is having none of it.
Ibricic controlling the position easily from mount.
Pawlikowski is looking to improve his position but Ibricic isn't that keen on the idea.
Ibricic lands a big elbow. #T2#
Ibricic looking to control but Pawlikowski is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Sadik Ibricic overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Pawlikowski is in all sorts of trouble here.
#SUB#
Ibricic goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Pawlikowski is on top in guard.
Pawlikowski stopping the sweep attempt from Ibricic.
Ibricic utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #T3#
Ibricic avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Pawlikowski sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Ibricic's guard.
Ibricic wants to control but Pawlikowski is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Ibricic tries to roll over but Pawlikowski keeps him under control.
Ibricic wants to control but Pawlikowski is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Pawlikowski is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Ibricic throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Ibricic slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Pawlikowski is looking to work some ground and pound but Ibricic has wrist control.
Pawlikowski stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ibricic swivels though and keeps the full guard. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Ibricic tries to score a power double leg takedown but Pawlikowski sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Ibricic somewhat.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Ibricic tries to score a power double leg takedown but Pawlikowski sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Ibricic somewhat.
Daniel Pawlikowski has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Sadik Ibricic is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Pawlikowski pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Pawlikowski misses with a body kick.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Sadik Ibricic.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Ibricic, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge David Schapiro scores the fight 30:27
Judge Lou da Vinci scores the fight 30:27
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 30:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sadik Ibricic! |
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Event:
KoF-Iron Wolf I
Date: May 09, 2021 |
#R1#
Ibricic misses with a takedown
and Harrington counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Ibricic looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
We've been hearing reports that Ibricic has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Ibricic ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Harrington 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.
Ibricic fails with the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sadik Ibricic. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ibricic fails with the takedown
and Harrington counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Ibricic thinking. #CL2#
Ibricic tries to keep at a distance but Harrington has taken the fight into the clinch.
Ibricic tries for a takedown but Harrington manages to get underhooks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Harrington lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Ibricic or not.
Harrington tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Harrington comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush. #CUT2#It looks like Sadik Ibricic has been cut.
Harrington leaning his opponent against the cage.
Harrington taking a breather.#T1#
Harrington tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Ibricic has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Harrington is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Harrington will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Ibricic up against the cage.
Harrington is pressed up against the cage. Ibricic has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Harrington down to the mat. Harrington avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Ibricic gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.#CL2#
Harrington clinches up with Ibricic and pushes him back against the cage.
The referee calls for Harrington to work.
Harrington lands a nice elbow.
Harrington makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Ibricic letting Harrington take a breather here.
Come on Harrington - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
#T2#
The referee calls for Harrington to work.
The crowd are getting on Harrington's back here. They're not happy about his lack of aggression in the clinch.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Tony Harrington.#CL2#
Harrington takes the fight into the clinch.
Harrington has Ibricic pressed against the cage.
Ibricic drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Harrington lands a body shot in the clinch.
Harrington gets underhooks to prevent Ibricic's takedown attempt.
Harrington slowing the pace effectively.
Harrington lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #T3#
Harrington lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #CUT2#Sadik Ibricic's cut is getting worse.
Ibricic has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Harrington after a bit of a struggle.
A nice left hand lands by Harrington.
Harrington lands an uppercut.
Harrington is struggling to control the position.
Harrington lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Harrington holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Harrington lands with a short shot to the head.
Harrington lands a body punch. #TD2#
Harrington is trying to trip Ibricic. He has hold of a leg but Ibricic is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Harrington persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
Ibricic working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Harrington.
Harrington slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#T4#
Harrington postures up and lands a big shot to Ibricic's brow.
Harrington engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Harrington is continuing to stall.
Ibricic working a defensive guard here.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Harrington controlling from the top position. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Tony Harrington dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Sadik Ibricic's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Ibricic uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Harrington.
#CL2#
Harrington has taken the fight to the clinch.
#TD2#
Harrington lands a takedown into guard.
Ibricic wants to get back to his feet but Harrington passes into half guard.
#REVR#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ibricic is trying to stand.
Harrington working over Ibricic with some ground and pound. Ibricic looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Ibricic is trying to control but can't.
Harrington moves into full mount! Ibricic won't be happy about that!
Harrington takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Harrington working away from the top, dropping strikes.
Harrington with good strikes from the mount here!#T1#
A nice elbow there by Harrington.
Harrington really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Ibricic. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Harrington lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
Harrington lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Ibricic keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Harrington looking to control and managing it successfully.
Harrington putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
Harrington avoids the attempt from Ibricic to control.
Harrington sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Ibricic is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T2#
Harrington landing strikes from the mount and Ibricic is in trouble!
Harrington in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
Harrington looking to control and managing it successfully.
Harrington breaks from Ibricic's wrist control and lands an elbow.
Harrington avoids the attempt from Ibricic to control.
Harrington landing strikes from the mount and Ibricic is in trouble! #ROC2#Ibricic is rocked!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Harrington controlling his opponent.
Harrington has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T3#
Harrington's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Ibricic is wriggling around trying to escape.
Harrington fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Harrington content just to control the position here.
Harrington punishing his opponent with strikes. #SUB2#
Harrington goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Ibricic is on top in guard.
#T4#
Ibricic wants to control from the top but Harrington keeps moving.
Harrington wants to get back to his feet but Ibricic is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Ibricic pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Harrington is keeping the position for now.
Harrington tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Ibricic trying to control the position from guard on top but Harrington is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ibricic wants to pass the guard but Harrington is keeping the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Tony Harrington showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Sadik Ibricic's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3##CL2#
Harrington closes the distance and clinches.#TD2#
Harrington has picked Ibricic up - he's going for a ride! Harrington dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Ibricic is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Ibricic wants to control but Harrington is keeping busy.
Harrington winds up and cracks Ibricic with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ibricic trying to control but Harrington postures up.
Harrington lands with a punch from half guard.
Ibricic is trying to stand.
#T1#
Harrington performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Ibricic pushes Harrington off looking to stand but Harrington dives back in and keeps control.
Ibricic wants to control but Harrington is keeping busy.
Harrington looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Harrington is taking a breather. Ibricic says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Ibricic shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#CL2#
Harrington darts in and clinches Ibricic up against the cage.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Harrington.#T2#
Harrington scores with a nice hook to the head.
Ibricic drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Harrington lands a nice shot to the body.
The referee is keeping an eye on Harrington - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Harrington lands a left hand.
Harrington has Ibricic pushed against the cage.#TD2#
Harrington lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Harrington trying to mount his opponent but Ibricic defends it.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#T3#
Ibricic manages to get to full guard.
Tony Harrington is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Harrington controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Harrington works over Ibricic with some ground and pound from guard.
Harrington's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Ibricic trying to control the position.
Tony Harrington has got the better of the ground game so far.
Harrington controls from within his opponent's guard. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Nice takedown defense from Harrington. No joy for Ibricic on that attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sadik Ibricic. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2#
Harrington closes the distance and clinches.
Harrington gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Ibricic.
Harrington stops a takedown attempt from Ibricic.
And that's the end of the fight!
Tony Harrington comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Harrington 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 Steve Montenegro scores the fight 26:30
Judge Alyssa Summers scores the fight 26:30
Judge David Schapiro scores the fight 26:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Tony Harrington!
During a confident post fight interview, Tony Harrington thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
KoF: GC
Date: Mar 27, 2021 |
#R1##TD2#
Ibricic closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Pawlikowski to the mat! Pawlikowski manages to get full guard.
Ibricic 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.
It looks like Ibricic 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.
Ibricic wants to pass the guard but Pawlikowski is keeping the position.
Ibricic advances to half guard.
Pawlikowski is not content to let Ibricic control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ibricic missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Pawlikowski taking some punishment here, with Ibricic in his half guard.
Pawlikowski trying to hold on to Ibricic's head to control him but Ibricic postures up.
#T1#
Ibricic is trying to control the action in half guard but Pawlikowski is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Ibricic is looking to stall here but Pawlikowski recovers full guard.
Ibricic has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Pawlikowski lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Pawlikowski got a little sloppy there for a moment and Ibricic has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Pawlikowski has managed to get both his arms back between Ibricic's legs - danger averted.
Ibricic looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Pawlikowski has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#ES2#
Ibricic kicks Pawlikowski off and gets to his feet.
Pawlikowski misses with a head kick.
Ibricic closes this distance looking for a takedown but Pawlikowski circles away.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Ibricic. #T2#
Ibricic shoots in looking for a takedown. Pawlikowski tries to sprawl out of it but Ibricic keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Pawlikowski manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Pawlikowski wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Daniel Pawlikowski has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sadik Ibricic.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Ibricic.
Pawlikowski seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.#TD#
Pawlikowski looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Ibricic!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ibricic is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#SU#
Pawlikowski stands, ready to strike. The ref makes him back up and allows Ibricic to get to his feet. #CL#
Pawlikowski closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #T3#
Ibricic is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Pawlikowski pulls him back up using the underhooks. #TD2#
Ibricic gets a trip takedown into half guard.
Pawlikowski wants to get back to full guard.
Ibricic sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Pawlikowski defending well though.
Ibricic is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Ibricic wants to control from the top but Pawlikowski keeps moving.
Ibricic might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Pawlikowski haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Pawlikowski tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Ibricic scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Ibricic is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T4#
Pawlikowski wants to stand up but Ibricic is controlling him.
Ibricic throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Ibricic is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Pawlikowski is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Ibricic is controlling him. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Pawlikowski is breathing heavily.
Ibricic is trying hard to land a takedown here. Pawlikowski sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. #TD2#
Pawlikowski tries to sprawl but Ibricic drives through with a takedown into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SU2#
Ibricic stands up and beckons Pawlikowski to join him on the feet.
Pawlikowski lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Ibricic circles away quickly and effectively.
Ibricic dives in and grabs Pawlikowski's left leg, looking for a takedown. Pawlikowski pushes down on Ibricic's head and hops out.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Sadik Ibricic will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Ibricic shoots in and drives through. Pawlikowski sprawls well.
Ibricic shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Pawlikowski as he avoids it easily.
Ibricic with a lazy takedown attempt #TD#
and Pawlikowski counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Daniel Pawlikowski has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sadik Ibricic.#SU#
Pawlikowski decides to return to a standing position.
Sadik Ibricic seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Pawlikowski throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Pawlikowski misses with a low kick.
Pawlikowski keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Ibricic.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Pawlikowski closes the distance and clinches.
Pawlikowski is defending well against a takedown attempt.#BC#
Pawlikowski escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#T1#
Pawlikowski leaves Ibricic with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Ibricic is breathing heavily.
Pawlikowski pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Pawlikowski leaves Ibricic with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Ibricic with a lazy takedown attempt #TD#
and Pawlikowski counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Pawlikowski. #SUB2#
Pawlikowski avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SU#
Pawlikowski decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Ibricic, up you get! #CL#
Pawlikowski instigates a clinch.
Pawlikowski effectively controlling the action here.#T2##BC#
Pawlikowski breaks the clinch.
Ibricic fails to land the takedown.
Ibricic dives in for a single leg takedown but Pawlikowski sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.#TD2#
Ibricic fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Pawlikowski to the ground. Ibricic is now in Pawlikowski's guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Pawlikowski is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Ibricic loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Pawlikowski not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#SUB#
Pawlikowski looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Ibricic passes into half guard.
Ibricic controlling the pace. #T3#
Ibricic wants to pass the guard but Pawlikowski is defending well.
Ibricic wants to lay and pray for a moment but Pawlikowski keeps working.
Pawlikowski wants to get back to his feet.
Ibricic not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Pawlikowski is not content to let Ibricic control the position.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Ibricic shoots in but no luck this time.
Ibricic throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Pawlikowski's waist but Pawlikowski gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Ibricic off to one side.
Pawlikowski swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Ibricic fails with the takedown.
Pawlikowski tries to clinch up but Ibricic circles away and keeps his distance.
And Ibricic tries to counter it with a takedown but Pawlikowski pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Pawlikowski slaps away a takedown attempt from Ibricic, before circling back to the center of the mat.#CL#
Pawlikowski gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Pawlikowski is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Ibricic can do to turn this around?#TD2#
Ibricic lands a takedown into guard.
Pawlikowski knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Ibricic on the ground.#SU2#
Ibricic decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Pawlikowski displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Ibricic.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Daniel Pawlikowski dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Ibricic is defended easily by Pawlikowski.
Ibricic keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
#TD2#
Ibricic throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Pawlikowski tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Ibricic is in Pawlikowski's guard.
Ibricic wants to control from the top but Pawlikowski keeps moving.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Ibricic's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Ibricic accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ibricic wants to get up but he can't break Pawlikowski's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Ibricic takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Pawlikowski working a defensive guard but Ibricic manages to pass into side control anyway.
Pawlikowski prevents Ibricic from moving into mount. #T1#
Pawlikowski is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Ibricic trying to control the action but Pawlikowski is working from the bottom.
Ibricic lands a nice forearm strike. #ES#
Pawlikowski bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!
Pawlikowski scores with a crisp jab that stopped Ibricic in his tracks.
Ibricic tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Pawlikowski swivels and escapes.
Pawlikowski went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.#CL#
Pawlikowski has Ibricic up against the cage in a clinch.
Ibricic is looking to take this one to the mat.
Daniel Pawlikowski has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sadik Ibricic.#T2#
Pawlikowski gets underhooks to prevent Ibricic's takedown attempt.
#BC#
Pawlikowski's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL#
Ibricic tries to keep at a distance but Pawlikowski has taken the fight into the clinch.
Pawlikowski is trying to pull guard but Ibricic has him pressed against the cage.
Pawlikowski gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Ibricic.
Ibricic wants a takedown.
Ibricic is looking for a takedown.
Ibricic is looking for a takedown.#T3##BC#
Pawlikowski's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL#
Pawlikowski takes the fight into the clinch. #BC#
Pawlikowski breaks from the clinch.
Daniel Pawlikowski is winning the standup battle so far.#CL#
Pawlikowski moves into the clinch.
Ibricic has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Pawlikowski is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Ibricic is looking to take this one to the mat.
Pawlikowski leaning against his opponent.
Ibricic is working for takedown but Pawlikowski is calmly controlling the position for now.
Pawlikowski lands a body shot.
Pawlikowski tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Pawlikowski working Ibricic over with knees to the body.#T4##BC#
Pawlikowski breaks the clinch.
Ibricic shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Pawlikowski as he avoids it easily. #CL#
Pawlikowski clinches with his opponent.
Ibricic has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Pawlikowski after a bit of a struggle. #BC#
Pawlikowski breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Pawlikowski throws a right hand that Ibricic ducks under and follows up with a left that Ibricic also avoids with ease.#TD2#
Ibricic drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Sadik Ibricic has got the better of the ground game so far.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Pawlikowski is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Pawlikowski has momentary wrist control but Ibricic slips an elbow through the middle.
Pawlikowski might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Ibricic wants to control from the top but Pawlikowski keeps moving.
And that's the end of the fight!
Daniel Pawlikowski showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Pawlikowski has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 29:28
Judge Joseph Jones scores the fight 29:28
Judge Alyssa Summers scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Daniel Pawlikowski! |
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Event:
KoF:IW GC XXIX
Date: Feb 20, 2021 |
#R1##CL#
Reeves closes the distance and clinches.
Reeves is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Reeves lands a knee to the head.
#CUT#It looks like Sadik Ibricic has been cut.
Ibricic goes for a takedown in the clinch but Reeves prevents it.
Reeves is pressed up against the cage. Ibricic has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Reeves down to the mat. Reeves avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Ibricic gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #CL#
and Reeves counters by clinching up.
William Reeves has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sadik Ibricic.
Reeves stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ibricic is looking to take this one to the mat.
A bit of stalling here from Reeves.
#T1#
Ibricic is working for takedown but Reeves is calmly controlling the position for now.
Ibricic drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Reeves gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Ibricic is trying to drag Reeves to the mat but Reeves just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.#BC#
Reeves breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Horrible takedown attempt by Ibricic or perhaps it was just good defense by Reeves, which made it look bad.
Reeves feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Ibricic keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Ibricic tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Reeves tries for a takedown but Ibricic sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.#T2#
Reeves lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Ibricic fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Reeves scores with a kick to the midsection.
Ibricic with a poor takedown
and Reeves counters with a right hand to the body.
Reeves motions for Ibricic to come forward. Reeves throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Ibricic avoids the head kick by Reeves.
Ibricic fails with a takedown attempt.
As Ibricic tries to get set, Reeves tries to push him back and clinch up but Ibricic manages to avoid the attempt.
Ibricic with a lazy takedown attempt #CL#
and Reeves counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Reeves.
Reeves looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.#BC#
Reeves's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Reeves lands with a good body shot.
A head kick misses from Reeves. #T3#
Nice takedown defense from Reeves. No joy for Ibricic on that attempt. #TD#
Reeves darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Ibricic keeping hold of Reeves's head, controlling as best he can.
Ibricic moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Reeves throws a big right hand that misses.
Ibricic controls Reeves momentarily but Reeves frees himself. #T4#
Ibricic pulls Reeves in close to prevent any damage.
Reeves pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ibricic is keeping the position for now.
Ibricic keeping moving, preventing Reeves from controlling successfully.
Ibricic throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Reeves pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ibricic is keeping the position for now. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ibricic shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Reeves counters with a right hand to the body.
Reeves throws a head kick that misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
William Reeves dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Sadik Ibricic's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2##CL#
Reeves forces Ibricic back against the cage and clinches.#TD#
Reeves pulls guard successfully.
#SU2#
Ibricic stands and steps away. Reeves gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
A good leg kick by Reeves. #CL#
Reeves moves into range and clinches up with Ibricic.
Reeves slows down the pace here.
Ibricic has Reeves pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Reeves manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Reeves is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Ibricic can do to turn this around?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC#
Reeves breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Sadik Ibricic seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ibricic has a takedown stuffed.#T1#
Reeves will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Reeves throws a sloppy head kick and Ibricic moves out of range easily.
Ibricic feints the counter takedown.
Ibricic shoots in but doesn't get the takedown #CL#
and Reeves moves into the clinch.
William Reeves has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sadik Ibricic.
Ibricic drops down looking for an ankle pick but Reeves pulls his leg out and moves away.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Reeves. Ibricic shrugs it off though.
Ibricic fails with the takedown.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Ibricic is defended easily by Reeves.#T2#
A good leg kick by Reeves.
Reeves stuffs the takedown.
Reeves misses with a kick to the body #TD2#
and Ibricic counters with a takedown into side control.
Reeves tries to buck Ibricic off but Ibricic is having none of it.
Reeves is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Ibricic's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Reeves knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Ibricic on the ground.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ibricic thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Reeves's head. #SUB#
Reeves looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Reeves trying to control from the bottom.
#T3#
Ibricic looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Reeves with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ibricic wants to control but Reeves is keeping him busy.
Ibricic prevents Reeves from improving his position.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Ibricic lands a nice short elbow.
Ibricic slips a nice elbow through Reeves's hands, connecting with Reeves's forehead.#SU2#
Ibricic decides to stand and escape the position.
Ibricic fails with a takedown attempt.
Reeves changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Ibricic looks for a takedown but Reeves sprawls well.
Reeves looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.#T4#
Reeves lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.#TD#
Reeves bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.#SUB#
Reeves is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Ibricic has escaped the position, nice work there.
Ibricic struggling a bit here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Reeves goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Ibricic rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Reeves's guard! Nice work there by Ibricic!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ibricic sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Reeves's guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
William Reeves dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Sadik Ibricic's cut.
That's time! Reeves's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Reeves.
Reeves displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Ibricic.
Reeves connects with an inside leg kick.#CL#
Reeves moves into the clinch.
Reeves lands with a short shot to the head.
Reeves lands on the inside with an uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ibricic is working for takedown but Reeves is calmly controlling the position for now.
Reeves taking a breather.
Ibricic is working for takedown but Reeves is calmly controlling the position for now.
William Reeves has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sadik Ibricic.#T1##BC#
Reeves escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#CL#
Reeves closes the distance and clinches.
Reeves lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
#TD#
Reeves decides to pull guard.
Ibricic trying to control the position from guard on top but Reeves is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Reeves on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Reeves tries to get out of the position.
Ibricic tries to free his leg and advance position but Reeves is retaining full guard.
Reeves wants to control the position but Ibricic says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard. #SUB#
Reeves looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Ibricic content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T2#
Reeves tries to get to full guard but Ibricic has control of the leg.
Sadik Ibricic has got the better of the ground game so far.
Ibricic prevents Reeves from standing back up.
Ibricic content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #SUB2#
Ibricic is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Reeves defends it well.
Ibricic winds up and cracks Reeves with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #T3#
Ibricic prevents Reeves from improving his position.#SU2#
Ibricic decides he's had enough of the ground and stands up.
Ibricic dives in and grabs Reeves's left leg, looking for a takedown. Reeves pushes down on Ibricic's head and hops out.
Ibricic shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Reeves defends it nicely.
William Reeves is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Ibricic dives in for a single leg takedown but Reeves sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Ibricic keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
William Reeves is winning the standup battle so far.
Ibricic blocks a head kick by Reeves.
#T4##TD#
Reeves gets a double leg takedown into Ibricic's guard.
Ibricic is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Reeves stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ibricic swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Ibricic wants to stand and escape but Reeves is having none of it.
Reeves trying to control the position from guard on top but Ibricic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ibricic wants to sweep but no luck.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Ibricic working for a triangle but Reeves defends it easily.
Sadik Ibricic has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#SUB2#
Ibricic is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Reeves defends well.
And that's the end of the fight!
William Reeves showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Reeves, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Jorge Garcia scores the fight 30:27
Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight 30:27
Judge Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... William Reeves! |
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Event:
KoF:IW Golden Claws XVII
Date: Jan 30, 2021 |
#R1##CL2#
Tokugawa moves into the clinch.
A nice left hand lands by Tokugawa.
Tokugawa gets through Ibricic's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Tokugawa digs a right hand into Ibricic's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Ibricic's gas tank.
Tokugawa lands with a light punch inside. #BC2#
Tokugawa breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Ibricic is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
#CUT2#It looks like Sadik Ibricic has been cut.
Ibricic on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
#KD2#
Tokugawa cracks Ibricic with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Ibricic looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Tokugawa finish him?
#ROC2#Ibricic is rocked!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ibricic looks up at the clock. Bad move! Tokugawa lands a right hand from hell, dropping Ibricic. Tokugawa pounces and finishes the fight with a flurry of punches and elbows.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Minato Tokugawa!
Minato Tokugawa thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
KoF:IW Golden Claws XIV NYE
Date: Jan 01, 2021 |
#R1#
A slow jab from Pawlikowski misses its intended target. #TD2#
Ibricic drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Pawlikowski can't keep his opponent in guard - Ibricic advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Ibricic throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Ibricic trying to control the pace.
Pawlikowski moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ibricic not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Ibricic has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Ibricic has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Pawlikowski is proving hard to escape from. #T1#
Ibricic controlling from the top position. #SU2#
Ibricic stands and steps away. Pawlikowski gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Pawlikowski looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Ibricic is fending him off so far but Pawlikowski persists. Nope, Ibricic circles away and we're back to standing.#CL2#
Ibricic pushes Pawlikowski up against the cage in a clinch.
Ibricic wants to stall.
Ibricic drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Pawlikowski tries to pull guard but Ibricic holds him up against the cage and eventually Pawlikowski drops back down to his feet.
#T2#
Pawlikowski prevents a takedown attempt there.
Ibricic looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Ibricic tries to pull guard but Pawlikowski won't allow it.
Daniel Pawlikowski has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sadik Ibricic.
Pawlikowski avoiding damage.
#BC#
Pawlikowski breaks from the clinch.
Ibricic goes for a double leg but Pawlikowski avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Pawlikowski continues to drive forward.
Pawlikowski fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Ibricic shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Pawlikowski as he jumps to the side.
Pawlikowski throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Ibricic fails in his attempt to clinch.
Pawlikowski appears to be looking for a big counter.#T3#
Pawlikowski keeps the fight on the outside.#CL#
Pawlikowski gets a clinch.
Pawlikowski using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
#TD2#
Ibricic jumps guard and drags Pawlikowski to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Pawlikowski wants to stand but Ibricic has a closed guard, so he can't escape. #SUB2#
Ibricic escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Pawlikowski gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Pawlikowski accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Ibricic wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB2#
Ibricic looking for a triangle here. Pawlikowski is fighting it but it looks tight! Ibricic pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Pawlikowski is tapping out - this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Sadik Ibricic! |
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