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Event:
CFC CG 7
Date: Apr 07, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 47 wins and 47 losses; Esteban Mondragon! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 3 losses; Billy Riley!
The judges for this bout are Gregory Folan, Robert Douchet and Alec Ball.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Mondragon shoots in and drives through. Riley sprawls well.#TD2#
Riley darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Mondragon (0) vs (2) Riley#SUB#
Mondragon actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Riley is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Mondragon defends it well. #SUB2#
Riley seems to be working for a kimura but Mondragon defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Riley is working for a kimura but Mondragon is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB#
Mondragon looking for submissions off his back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Mondragon is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Riley pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Riley is working for a submission of some sort.
Mondragon tries to roll over but Riley keeps him under control.#T1##SUB#
Mondragon looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Riley is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB#
Mondragon actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Mondragon looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Riley is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB2#
Mondragon is defending against the submission attempts here by Riley.
#SUB#
Mondragon looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T2#
Mondragon is looking for a sweep. Riley is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Riley is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Mondragon works his way to full guard. Good work.
Riley stands and throws Mondragon's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Mondragon (0) vs (5) Riley
Mondragon tries to improve position but can't. #SUB2#
Riley has hold of Mondragon's arm here. He's working for an Americana. It looks like he might have it! Mondragon tries to escape but he's just digging himself in deeper - Riley cranks the arm and Mondragon screams in pain! The ref makes a decision and ends the fight before the tap - no complains from Mondragon, who is just happy to have his arm attached to his body.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Billy Riley!
Billy Riley 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 295 Kruth vs Greene
Date: Feb 25, 2024 |
#R1##KD#
Dancer lands a big head kick that sends Riley tumbling to the mat! Dancer takes a step backwards and waves Riley back to his feet - he wants the finish!#CUT#It looks like Billy Riley has been cut.
Dancer throws a head kick but Riley moves out of range.
Dancer connects with the punch.#ROC#Riley is rocked!
Riley loses concentration momentarily and Dancer pounces with a three punch combo! Right, left, right! Riley crashes face first to the mat, out cold! Dancer finishes this one with a fantastically precise combo! Great stuff.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:13 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Tom Dancer!
Tom Dancer managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Stoner's Killer Apparel, into his post fight interview.
Billy Riley spoke after the fight, saying 'Shiiiiiit'. |
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Event:
DMMA 284 Cole vs Temidare
Date: Jan 21, 2024 |
#R1#
Riley shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and LS connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Riley dives in and grabs LS's left leg, looking for a takedown. LS pushes down on Riley's head and hops out.
Riley gets cracked with a nice right hand there by LS.
LS moves out of range of the strikes.
Nice cross by LS.
A jab from LS finds it's way through Riley's defenses.
Riley shoots in looking for a takedown but LS manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Riley's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Test LS has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Billy Riley.
LS looks to land a combination but Riley avoids it well.
LS lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.#ROC#Riley is rocked!
Riley bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of LS's 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!
Riley takes one to the side of the head.
Riley is still on wobbly legs! Can LS finish him?
Billy Riley seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Riley ducks into an uppercut from LS and that's knocked him out cold! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Test LS!
Test LS decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little.
Billy Riley spoke after the fight, saying 'Shiiiiiit'. |
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Event:
DMMA 277 NYE
Date: Dec 31, 2023 |
#R1#
Riley throws a right hand that Vrjalya ducks under and follows up with a left that Vrjalya also avoids with ease.
Vrjalya moves out of range of the strikes.
Vrjalya staying out of range there.
Vrjalya feints the counter takedown.
Nice uppercut there from Riley.#CUT#It looks like Ken Vrjalya has been cut.
Vrjalya moves out of range as Riley strikes.
A telegraphed right hand from Riley misses the target.
Vrjalya with the counter takedown but Riley avoids it easily.#TD2#
Vrjalya looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.#SUB2#
Vrjalya in half guard on the top. He's looking for a kimura... He's got it locked and he's managed to free his trapped foot. Riley tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Vrjalya!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Ken Vrjalya!
After the big win, Ken Vrjalya made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Fantasy Threads and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.
Billy Riley spoke after the fight, saying 'Shiiiiiit'. |
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Event:
DMMA 268 Klimenko vs Kersikov
Date: Dec 03, 2023 |
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Dancer darts in and out, connecting with a jab. #CUT#It looks like Billy Riley has been cut.
Dancer lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt. #KD#
Dancer drops Riley with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Riley looks back up at him and smiles so Dancer waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.
#ROC#Riley is rocked!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dancer throws a sloppy head kick #TD2#
and Riley decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Dancer's guard.
Riley chips away with some ground and pound.
Riley with a flurry of punches that miss.
Riley is looking to work some ground and pound but Dancer has wrist control.
Riley throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Dancer knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Riley on the ground.
Riley throws a big right hand that misses.
My spies in Sprawl N Brawl inform me that Riley has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Riley works over Dancer with some ground and pound from guard.
Riley passes into half guard. #T1#
Dancer looks like he's trying to stand up.
Riley not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Riley sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Dancer defending well though.
Ground and pound from Riley.
Riley lands strikes from half guard.
Nice strikes from Riley there.
Riley looks to score some points with some ground and pound.#ROC2#Dancer is rocked!#SUB2#
Riley seems to be looking for submissions.
Oh Dancer is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Riley is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Dancer on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Riley looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Dancer with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Riley prevents Dancer from standing back up.
Dancer seems to have got his legs back now.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Riley connects with a nice short shot to Dancer's temple. #T2#
Riley lands a big elbow - Dancer is out of it! He's waving his arms around but his eyes are closed and he's not intelligently defending himself - the ref has no choice but to jump in and stop the fight! This one is in the books! A TKO win for Riley!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Billy Riley!
Our winner, Billy Riley, 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 260 Kwong vs Dreth
Date: Nov 12, 2023 |
#R1#
Riley takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Riley on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Wick misses with a lunging right hand
#CL2#
and Riley holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch. #BC#
Wick breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Wick fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Riley manages to avoid it.
Riley takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Wick just misses with a punch to the body.
Riley with the counter takedown but Wick avoids it easily.
Wick falls off balance throwing a combination
#TD2#
and Riley counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Riley.
Riley trying to control the position from guard on top but Wick is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Riley controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Riley wants to control from the top but Wick keeps moving. #T1#
Wick wants to stand but Riley is controlling the position.
Riley throws a big elbow that misses.
Riley is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Riley wants to pass the guard but Wick is keeping the position.
Wick working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Riley.
Riley has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#SUB2#
Riley postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Wick is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Riley, into his guard. #REVR#
Riley can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Wick controls the pace.#SU#
Wick gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Wick misses with the combination.
And Riley tries to counter it with a takedown but Wick pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Wick seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
John Wick is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T2#
Wick throws a nice looking combination but Riley bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
And Riley tries to counter it with a takedown but Wick pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Riley has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Wick finds it's way round the side to connect with Riley's head.
Riley takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Riley needs to keep his hands up - Wick had a free shot at his head there.
Wick tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Riley was well out of range. Poor timing from Wick.
Riley wants to counter the offense by Wick and move into the clinch position.
Riley moves away from the strike by Wick.
Riley ducks under a wild hook from Wick.
Riley drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Wick defends it well.
Wick sizes up Riley with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL#
Wick rushes Riley and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#BC#
Wick breaks from the clinch.
Wick misses with a body shot
#TD2#
and Riley counters with a takedown into side control. #T3##ES#
Wick throws Riley to one side and escapes!
Wick lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Nice body punch from Wick.
Wick tests Riley's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Wick misses with an uppercut
#TD2#
and Riley counters with a takedown into side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Riley tries to move to mount but Wick blocks the move with his legs. #SUB2#
Riley is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Wick knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Wick dodges the ground and pound from Riley.
Riley is putting a hurting on Wick here, landing some big shots from side control. #SUB2#
Riley is trying to get an arm triangle but Wick is defending well. #T4#
Wick pushes Riley away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Riley gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.#SUB2#
Riley swings around for an armbar but Wick sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Riley's guard.
Wick preventing the sweep.
Riley is trying to keep Wick in close.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Riley is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.#SU#
Wick stands up from Riley's guard - Wick perhaps looking for a knockout.
Wick throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Riley tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Wick works Riley's body with a nice hook.
Wick throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Riley tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#CL#
Wick moves into the clinch successfully.
#BC#
Wick escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
John Wick dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Wick throws a quick inside leg kick.
John Wick is winning the standup battle so far.
Wick swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
#TD2#
and Riley counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Riley looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Riley winds up and cracks Wick with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #SUB2#
Riley seems to be working for a kimura but Wick defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Riley is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Riley seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Wick does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Riley is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#T1#
Riley wants to lay and pray for a moment but Wick keeps working.
Wick wants to control but Riley is keeping busy.
Riley misses with a head shot. Wick uses the momentum to regain guard.
Riley trying to control but Wick is working from the bottom.
Riley trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Wick manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVR##SUB2#
Riley had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Wick defends it easily.#SUB2#
Riley is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Wick defends well.#T2#
Wick looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Riley is trying to control the position but Wick postures up. #SUB2#
Riley looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Wick has picked Riley up and slammed him! Riley can't keep hold of the triangle and Wick manages to pass to side control!
Wick trying to control the position but Riley is working away. #SU#
Wick has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
Wick scores with a nice right hand.
John Wick seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A swing and a miss from Wick.
Wick throws a lazy right hand but Riley sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T3#
Wick ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Riley takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Riley takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Wick throws a combination that misses #TD2#
and Riley counters with a takedown into side control.
Riley is looking to take a break and control but Wick is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Riley thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Riley trying to control the position but Wick is working away.
Riley tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it. #T4##SUB2#
Riley looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB2#
Riley is trying to get an arm triangle but Wick is defending well.
Riley trying to control the position but Wick is working away.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Riley working his ground and pound in the gym.
Riley advances nicely into full mount.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Riley lands a heavy elbow. #SUB2#
Riley goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Wick turns into him and now he's in Riley's guard.
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 John Wick will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Wick throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Riley stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Wick lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Wick throws an overhand right that lands on Riley's shoulder, as Riley tries to avoid the shot.
Riley wants to counter the offense by Wick and move into the clinch position.
Billy Riley is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Wick comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.#CL#
Wick clinches up against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Riley is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Wick to keep the fight standing.#BC#
Wick's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Wick misses the jab.
Riley avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T1#
A punch combination from Wick misses.
Riley steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Wick.#CL#
Wick darts in and clinches Riley up against the cage.#TD2#
Riley tightens his grip and picks Wick up, before dumping him to the ground. Wick manages to land in guard.
Wick utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Riley stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Wick swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Riley wants to control from the top but Wick keeps moving.
Riley trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Wick looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
John Wick is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Riley is working Wick over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Riley is in close to Wick's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Wick keeping moving, preventing Riley from controlling successfully.
Wick wants to stand but Riley is controlling the position.
Riley pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Wick is keeping the position for now. #T3#
Wick is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Riley can do to turn this around?
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Riley accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Riley trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Wick dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Riley has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Wick finds it's way round the side to connect with Riley's head.
Wick works Riley's body with a nice hook.
Riley is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Wick throws a series of punches but Riley avoids them all with ease.
Riley tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Nice uppercut there from Wick.
Riley walks into a straight right hand from Wick.#T4#
Wick throws a leg kick that is checked#TD2#
and Riley counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Riley wants to control from the top but Wick keeps moving.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Riley accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Riley accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Riley passes Wick's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Wick looks like he's trying to stand up.
#SUB2#
Riley is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Riley wants to control but Wick is keeping him busy.
And that's the end of the fight!
John Wick showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Wick, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 30:27
Judge William Gold scores the fight 30:27
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... John Wick!
A very excited looking John Wick 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.
Billy Riley was interviewed post fight and said 'Shiiiiiit'. |
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Event:
DMMA 252 Fisher vs Rahamies
Date: Oct 22, 2023 |
#R1#
Rocky connects with a jab.
Rocky uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Riley has time to react.
Nice straight punches there by Rocky. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Rocky.
Rocky connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Rocky lands a head shot.#TD#
Rocky closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Riley is looking for a sweep.
Riley struggling a bit here.
An elbow from Rocky crashes against the mat.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rocky is looking to take a break and control but Riley is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Riley wants to control but Rocky postures up.#T1#
Riley is holding Rocky down, trying to stall.
Rocky lands some shots froms side control.
Riley is trying to improve his position.
Rocky fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Riley can't do much from the bottom here.
Riley is looking to reverse the position.
Rocky working away.
Riley is looking to reverse the position.#T2#
Riley looking for a sweep but Rocky has passed into full mount! Oh no!
Rocky prevents Riley from getting the reversal.
Riley regains half guard.
Riley regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB2#
Riley is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Rocky is aware though and is defending well.
Rocky is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Riley avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Riley wants to improve his position but instead Rocky has moved into half guard.
Riley tries to get to full guard but Rocky has control of the leg.
Riley is controlling Rocky's trapped leg to prevent Rocky from advancing to side control.#SUB2#
Riley actively working from the bottom here.#T3#
Rocky not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Rocky thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Riley's head.
Riley has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Rocky is working away from the top position though.
Riley tries to roll over but Rocky keeps him under control.
Rocky sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Riley defending well though. #SUB#
Rocky is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Riley is just riding it out for now. Rocky eventually gives up the hold.
Rocky is trying to control. Riley wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Riley regains full guard. Nicely done.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Riley is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Riley forces his way into half guard.#T4#
Rocky is looking to improve his position.
#SUB#
Rocky looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Rocky is defending against the submission attempts here by Riley.
#SUB#
Rocky looking for submissions off his back.
Rocky tries to roll over but Riley keeps him under control.
Rocky trying to control but Riley postures up.
Riley looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Riley tries to pass to full mount but Rocky defends it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Apollo Rocky dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Rocky's corner calls for a 1-2. Rocky obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #CL#
Rocky closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Rocky throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Riley blocks it with crossed arms.
Riley tries to pull guard but Rocky won't allow it.
Our sources have told us that Rocky has been working on his knees in the buildup to the fight.
Rocky connects with a knee to the head.
Rocky working aggressively here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rocky scores with a shot to the side of Riley's head.
Rocky with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Riley is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Rocky is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Riley can do to turn this around?
Come on Rocky - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Rocky landing knees to the head.
#T1#
Riley tries to pull guard but Rocky forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Apollo Rocky has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Billy Riley.
Riley fails to pull guard.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Rocky.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Rocky.
Rocky lands with a light punch inside.
Riley jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Rocky walks away with a smile on his face. Riley gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Danga de danga de dang - Rocky scores with a four punch combination!#CL#
Rocky gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Rocky scores with a shoulder strike.
Riley is trying to pull guard but Rocky turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.#KD#
Rocky lands a big knee from the Thai clinch and Riley goes down hard! The ref takes a good look at him but he's still defending himself. Rocky in side control.
#ROC#Riley is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Billy Riley has been cut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Riley struggling a bit here.
Riley is still in real trouble! Can Rocky finish him?
Rocky tries to advance to mount but Riley denies him. #T2#
Riley is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Riley seems to have recovered his senses.
Rocky controlling the action here.
Riley is staying active underneath Rocky, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Riley trying to control from the bottom.
Riley is refusing to be controlled, as Rocky sits in half guard.
Riley is trying to maintain the position but Rocky is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB2#
Riley looking for submissions off his back.
Riley trying to control from the bottom.
#SUB#
Rocky is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Rocky will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Rocky with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T3##SUB2#
Riley is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Rocky pulls his head out easily.
Rocky throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Riley is looking for a sweep. Rocky is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Riley is staying active underneath Rocky, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Rocky not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Riley gets full guard.
Apollo Rocky overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Rocky accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #SUB2#
Rocky got a little sloppy there for a moment and Riley has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Rocky has managed to get both his arms back between Riley's legs - danger averted.
Riley is pulling down on Rocky's head. It's preventing any offense from Rocky, at least for the moment.#T4#
Rocky pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Riley is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Rocky avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Rocky postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Rocky wants to control from the top but Riley keeps moving.
Rocky missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Rocky wants to control from the top but Riley keeps moving. #SUB2#
Riley working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Rocky doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Rocky manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Riley is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Apollo Rocky dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Billy Riley's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Nice uppercut there from Rocky.
Rocky connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Rocky lands with a hook. Riley tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Riley walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Rocky moves into the clinch successfully.
Rocky landing knees to the head.
#T1#
A short right hand to the side of the head by Rocky.
Riley's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Riley wants to take the fight to the mat but Rocky manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Rocky scores with a knee to the head.
Riley wants to take the fight to the mat but Rocky manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Riley fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Apollo Rocky has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Billy Riley.
Riley takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Rocky obliges.
Rocky lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Riley backwards. #TD#
Rocky jumps guard and drags Riley to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. #SUB#
Rocky looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Riley wants to control from the top but Rocky keeps moving.
Rocky wants to sweep but no luck.
Riley working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #SUB#
Rocky working for a triangle but Riley defends it easily.
Riley is pushing down on Rocky's leg trying to pass to half guard. Rocky is fighting to maintain full guard but Riley has managed to sneak the leg through.
Apollo Rocky is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Rocky won't allow Riley to pass to mount.
Rocky slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Riley tries to free his leg and advance position but Rocky is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Rocky working for a triangle but Riley defends it easily.
Riley advances to half guard.
Riley missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #SUB2#
Riley is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB#
Rocky actively working from the bottom here.#T3#
Riley looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Rocky is looking to improve his position.
Rocky won't allow Riley to pass to mount.
My spies in Sprawl N Brawl inform me that Riley has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Riley passes to full mount!
Rocky is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #SUB2#
Rocky defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Riley.
Riley seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Rocky is holding on tight.
Riley is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Riley wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Rocky is trying to stand.#T4#
Rocky wants to hold on but Riley pushes him away.
Rocky is looking to improve his position but Riley isn't that keen on the idea.
Riley trying to control but Rocky is having none of it.
BOOM! Riley connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Rocky tries to lock up and control but Riley gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Riley with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Riley tries to control but Rocky wriggling away.
Riley prevents Rocky from getting the reversal.
Rocky is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Billy Riley has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Riley landing strikes from the mount.
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 Apollo Rocky.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Rocky, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Chris Saunders scores the fight 29:28
Judge Josh West scores the fight 30:27
Judge Roger Salmon scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Apollo Rocky!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Apollo Rocky waved his t-shirt featuring Champion Apparel's logo in front of the cameras.
Billy Riley spoke after the fight, saying 'Shiiiiiit'. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 25, 2023 |
#R1#
Riley closes the distance and clinches up with Sardino, looking for a takedown. Riley pushes Sardino against the cage but Sardino circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Billy Riley seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Riley tries for a takedown but Sardino circles away easily
and Sardino counters with a one-two to the body.
Riley shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Sardino counters with a nice uppercut.
Livver Sardino has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Billy Riley.
Riley has a takedown stuffed.
Sardino is looking to counter punch.
Riley shoots for a takedown but Sardino saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Riley misses with a takedown
and Sardino counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Riley shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Sardino but Sardino pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Riley with a poor takedown
and Riley takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Riley looks winded!
Riley misses with a takedown
and Sardino makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sardino fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
#T1#
Riley with a poor takedown
and Sardino makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Riley takes one on the button.
Sardino throws a series of punches but Riley avoids them all with ease.
Riley throws a combination that misses #KD#
and Sardino counters with a nice right hand that sends Riley toppling to the canvas! Riley scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Sardino finish him?!#ROC#Riley is rocked!
Riley with a poor takedown
and Sardino counters with a stiff jab, followed by a cross and an uppercut! That's too much punishment for Riley to take - he tumbles to the canvas, blood pouring from his nose, barely conscious. That's the end of the fight! Great knockout by Sardino!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Livver Sardino!
Livver Sardino took to the mic in his post fight interview and said 'I've been here a time or two. Just humming that familiar tune. Its all I ever think or do. Next time come with the whole crew and you still wouldnt know what to do.'.
In defeat, Billy Riley stepped up to the mic, saying 'Shiiiiiit'. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 21, 2023 |
#R1##TD2#
Riley scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Bryzgalov looks exhausted already! Oh dear, he should have come in in better shape than this!
Bryzgalov has hold of Riley's hands but Riley slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Riley slips a nice elbow through Bryzgalov's hands, connecting with Bryzgalov's forehead.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Riley lands a nice short elbow.
Riley working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that. #ROC2#Bryzgalov is rocked!
Riley moves into full mount! Bryzgalov won't be happy about that!
Oh Bryzgalov is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Riley postures up and throws a couple of big shots that have Bryzgalov in real trouble here! The ref calls for Bryzgalov to improve his position which he doesn't do, so the referee has no choice but to end the fight due to the strikes!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Billy Riley!
A relieved looking Billy Riley 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:
CWC 330 - Prelims
Date: Nov 13, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Dubaku Womba! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 2 losses; Billy Riley!
The judges for this bout are Matheus Silva, Paulo Santos and Felipe Paraventi.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2#
Riley closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Womba quickly recovers to half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Womba (0) vs (2) Riley
Womba gets full guard.
Womba keeping moving, preventing Riley from controlling successfully.
Riley won't allow Womba to sweep him here. #SUB#
Womba working for a triangle but Riley defends it easily.
Riley tries to free his leg and advance position but Womba is retaining full guard.
Womba looking for a sweep. Not yet Womba, not yet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Womba has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Riley can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Riley trying to control the position from guard on top but Womba is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
Riley slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Womba (0) vs (5) Riley
Womba is looking to reverse the position.#SUB2#
Riley wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Womba, who protects the arm well.
Womba is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Womba manages to get back to half guard.
Womba wants to improve his position but Riley is controlling well.
#T2##SUB2#
Womba is defending against the submission attempts here by Riley.
Womba is trying to get back to full guard.
Riley wants to lay and pray for a moment but Womba keeps working.
Womba wants to improve his position but Riley is controlling well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The fighters are battling for position here. Womba manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T3#
Riley wants to control from the top but Womba keeps moving.
Womba wants to sweep but no luck.
Womba is trying to keep Riley in close.
Womba 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.
Womba keeping moving, preventing Riley from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Womba working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Riley doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Womba is tightening it up a little... Riley has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Riley reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Riley taps out! Nice BJJ there by Womba!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Dubaku Womba!
During a confident post fight interview, Dubaku Womba thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
TWG 38 (205lbs, D1): London Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Nov 04, 2022 |
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 2 wins and 1 losses; Billy Riley! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 2 losses; Radu Dracul!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Bishop, Steven Brown and Phil Schofield.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Dracul fails with the takedown.
Dracul tries to score a power double leg takedown but Riley sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Dracul somewhat.
Riley tries to counter with a takedown but Dracul is quick to defend against it.
Dracul fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Billy Riley has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Radu Dracul.
Riley displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Dracul.
Dracul fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Riley avoids it really well and circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dracul shoots in but Riley avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Dracul shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Riley sprawls well. Riley wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Dracul gets slowly back to his feet.#T1#
Riley leaves Dracul with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#TD2#
Dracul gets a double leg takedown into Riley's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Riley (0) vs (2) Dracul
Dracul trying to control but Riley is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Dracul avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dracul controls from within his opponent's guard.
Dracul trying to control the position from guard on top but Riley is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
Dracul advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Riley (0) vs (5) Dracul
Riley tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Dracul wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Riley is not content to let Dracul control the position.
Riley manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Riley (2) vs (5) Dracul
Dracul tries to get to full guard but Riley has control of the leg.
Dracul wants to control but Riley is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T3#
Riley wants to control but Dracul is keeping him busy.
Riley tries to pass the half guard into mount. Dracul knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Riley is keen to just control but Dracul is a slippery customer.
Riley wants to pass to mount but Dracul is defending the position.
Dracul has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Riley is thwarting Dracul's attempts to control the position.
Dracul is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Dracul is holding on to half guard well.#T4#
Riley wants to pass the guard but Dracul is defending well. #SUB#
Riley seems to be looking for submissions.
Dracul is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Riley is trying to work for a kimura but Dracul is defending well.
Dracul is looking to improve his position.
#T5#
Dracul wants to control but Riley is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Dracul wants to get back to full guard.
Dracul is refusing to be controlled, as Riley sits in half guard.
Dracul wants to improve his position but Riley is controlling well.
Riley is trying to control the action in half guard but Dracul is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Riley is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Riley (5) vs (5) Dracul
Dracul tries to reverse the position but Riley maintains control.
Riley can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Dracul is looking to escape.
Riley wants to take Dracul's back here but Dracul is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
#T6#
Dracul sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Dracul wants to improve his position but Riley is controlling well.
Riley is just content to waste time from the top position. Dracul takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Riley works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Dracul wants to improve his position but Riley is controlling well.
#SUB#
Riley is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Dracul is trying to control but can't.
#T7#
Riley wants to free his trapped foot but Dracul is holding on for dear life with his legs. #SUB#
Riley is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Dracul defends it well.
Dracul has his hands clasped together around Riley's back. He's all about the action.
Riley is pressing down on Dracul's thigh, looking to free his foot. Dracul is holding on for now. #SUB#
Riley is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#T8#
Riley is pressing down on Dracul's thigh, looking to free his foot. Dracul is holding on for now. #SUB#
Riley wants to work for an arm triangle but Dracul is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB#
Dracul is defending against the submission attempts here by Riley.
Dracul makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Dracul.
Dracul looking for a sweep. Not yet Dracul, not yet. #T9##SUB#
Riley drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Dracul dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Riley (5) vs (7) Dracul
Riley wants to control the position but Dracul says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard. #SUB#
Riley looking for submissions off his back.
Dracul perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #SUB#
Riley looking for submissions off his back.
Dracul is controlling the pace.
#T10#
Riley is not content to let Dracul control the position.
Riley might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Riley is in trouble now - Dracul has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Riley (5) vs (10) Dracul
Dracul manages to capitalize on a mistake by Riley to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Riley (5) vs (13) Dracul
Riley rolls, trying to escape but Dracul keeps control of the position.
#T11#
Riley is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Dracul patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
A bit of a pause in the action here. Dracul controlling the positon.
Riley is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Dracul really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Riley.
Dracul tries to keep control of the position but Riley is staying busy.#T12#
Dracul gets his hands free as Riley looks to control. #SUB2#
Dracul has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Riley wants to escape the position.
#SUB2#
Riley defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Riley is really stuck here.
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.
#T13#
Riley can't escape the position.
Riley is keeping busy.
#SUB2#
Dracul working for a choke but Riley is defending well. #T14#
Riley rolls, trying to escape but Dracul keeps control of the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dracul avoiding Riley 's attempts to control his hands.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Dracul is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Riley knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Riley for a finish.
And that's the end of the fight!
Dracul wins on points by 13 to 5.
A relieved looking Radu Dracul 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:
CWC Fight Night 3
Date: Sep 28, 2022 |
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 2 wins and 3 losses; Paul Rabbitte! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Billy Riley!
The judges for this bout are William Gold, Colin Fotheringham and Richard Clark.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Rabbitte pushes Riley up against the cage in a clinch.
Riley drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
#TD#
Rabbitte pulls guard.
Rabbitte can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Riley controls the pace.#SUB#
Rabbitte is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Riley is aware though and is defending well.
Riley won't allow Rabbitte to sweep him here.
Riley looking to pass the guard.
Rabbitte keeping moving, preventing Riley from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rabbitte not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T1#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Rabbitte looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Riley trying to control the position from guard on top but Rabbitte is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Riley might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Rabbitte haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Riley tries to free his leg and advance position but Rabbitte is retaining full guard.
Rabbitte keeping moving, preventing Riley from controlling successfully. #T2#
Rabbitte pulls Riley in close to prevent any damage.
Riley tries to free his leg and advance position but Rabbitte is retaining full guard.
Rabbitte wants to control but Riley passes easily into half guard.
Riley prevents Rabbitte from improving his position.
Riley trying to mount his opponent but Rabbitte defends it. #SUB2#
Riley is trying to work for a kimura but Rabbitte is defending well.
Rabbitte controlling the leg, holding on to half guard. #T3#
Rabbitte manages to get to full guard.
Riley tries to free his leg and advance position but Rabbitte is retaining full guard.
Rabbitte not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Riley trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Rabbitte looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#T4#
Riley trying to control the position from guard on top but Rabbitte is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Rabbitte pulls Riley in close to prevent any damage.
Rabbitte not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Riley is pushing down on Rabbitte's leg trying to pass to half guard. Rabbitte is fighting to maintain full guard but Riley has managed to sneak the leg through.
Rabbitte trying to hold on to Riley's head to control him but Riley postures up.
Rabbitte is doing well to control the position and prevent Riley from advancing to side control.
Riley tries to pass the half guard into mount. Rabbitte knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #T5#
Rabbitte controlling the position for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Riley tries to pass the half guard into mount. Rabbitte knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Rabbitte is trying to control but can't.
Riley passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Rabbitte (0) vs (3) Riley#T6#
Riley wants to control the action but instead Rabbitte gets a body lock and reverses into Riley's guard! Nice work! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rabbitte (2) vs (3) Riley
Rabbitte slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #SUB2#
Riley looking for subs off his back but Rabbitte has passed one foot through into half guard.
#SUB#
Rabbitte is working for a kimura but Riley is defending it quite comfortably.
Rabbitte will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T7#
Rabbitte seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Riley does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Riley is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Rabbitte is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Riley doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Rabbitte. #SUB2#
Riley looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T8#
Riley manages to get to full guard.
#SUB#
Rabbitte drops back looking for a leg! Riley is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Riley manages to kick Rabbitte off! Rabbitte jumps back into Riley's guard. #SUB2#
Riley working for submissions but it's allowed Rabbitte to get to half guard.
Riley tries to get to full guard but Rabbitte has control of the leg. #T9##SUB#
Rabbitte is looking for a kimura but Riley is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Rabbitte to get the leverage.
Riley is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Rabbitte wants to work for an arm triangle but Riley is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB#
Rabbitte is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB#
Riley is defending against the submission attempts here by Rabbitte.
Riley is looking to control Rabbitte's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Riley avoid being mounted?#T10#
Riley gets back to full guard.
#SUB2#
Riley is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Rabbitte tries to free his leg and advance position but Riley is retaining full guard.
Rabbitte showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Riley keeping full guard, as Rabbitte tries to pass. #SUB2#
Riley has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Rabbitte doesn't defend quickly enough and Riley has managed to lock this one up! Can Rabbitte escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Riley on a fantastic submission victory.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 11:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Billy Riley! |
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Event:
CWC 317 - Prelims
Date: Aug 14, 2022 |
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; Billy Riley! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Stoned Nelson!
The judges for this bout are Felipe Paraventi, Paulo Santos and Emerson Jorge.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Riley tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Nelson manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
Riley closes the distance and clinches. #TD#
Riley jumps into guard, dragging Nelson to the mat.
Nelson must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Riley keeping moving, preventing Nelson from controlling successfully.
Nelson might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Riley haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#SUB#
Nelson sitting in guard doing not very much at all here. Riley doesn't need a second invitation though! He's locked up a guillotine and he's squeezing tight! That is tiiiiiiiiight! Nelson paying the price for stalling here - he's pushing hard on the arm trying to free himself but it's no use! He's tapped! WOW, quick submission from Riley - great work!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Billy Riley! |
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Event:
TWGC 36 (205lbs, D1): Tokyo Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Dec 29, 2021 |
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; Billy Riley! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 2 losses; Helio Gracias!
The judges for this bout are Tatsuya Matsuyama, Yuuki Gou and Sosuke Kotani.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Riley shoots in looking for a takedown. Gracias tries to sprawl out of it but Riley keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Gracias manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
The fight stays on the outside here - Riley looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Gracias changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
The fight stays on the outside here - Riley looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#CL#
Riley rushes Gracias and presses him up against the cage.
Gracias is trying to drag Riley to the mat but Riley just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Gracias is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Riley to keep the fight standing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Riley prevents the takedown attempt.
Billy Riley has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Helio Gracias.#TD2#
Gracias jumps into guard, dragging Riley to the mat.
Riley controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T1#
Gracias tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Riley wants to pass the guard but Gracias is keeping the position.
Riley won't allow Gracias to sweep him here.
Gracias keeping moving, preventing Riley from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Gracias has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Riley can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Gracias lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Riley (0) vs (2) Gracias#T2#
Riley wants to sweep but no luck.
Riley is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Riley can't keep his opponent in guard - Gracias advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Gracias wants to pass to mount but Riley is defending the position.
Riley regains full guard. Nicely done.
Gracias looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Riley looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#T3#
Riley trying to control the position.
Riley can't keep his opponent in guard - Gracias advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Riley is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Riley looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Gracias is working for a kimura but Riley is defending it quite comfortably.
Riley is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T4##SUB2#
Gracias is trying to work for a kimura but Riley is defending well.
#SUB2#
Gracias is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Riley sees it coming and defends easily.
Riley trying to hold on to Gracias's head to control him but Gracias postures up.
Gracias wants to pass the guard but Riley is defending well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Riley tries to get to full guard but Gracias has control of the leg. #T5#
Gracias passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Riley (0) vs (5) Gracias
Riley is trying desperately to improve position.
Gracias wants to take Riley's back here but Riley is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
#SUB2#
Gracias looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Gracias wants to take his opponent's back but Riley doesn't allow it. #T6#
Gracias sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Gracias moves to take his opponent's back. Score +3 for taking back: Riley (0) vs (8) Gracias
Riley trying to control the hands but Gracias won't let him. #SUB2#
Gracias has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Riley has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Riley looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment. #T7#
Riley is trying to break free.
#SUB2#
Gracias is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Riley knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Riley for a finish. #SUB2#
Gracias is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Riley has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here. #SUB2#
Gracias is looking for the choke from the back position but Riley is controlling his hands well. #SUB2#
Gracias is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Riley defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Riley wants to control his opponent's hands but Gracias gets his hands free. #T8#
Riley manages to reverse the position and now he's in Gracias's guard. Nice work there by Riley.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Riley (2) vs (8) Gracias
Gracias tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Riley wants to control from the top but Gracias keeps moving.
Gracias bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Riley's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Riley (2) vs (10) Gracias
Gracias trying to control the position from guard on top but Riley is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Riley working a defensive guard here.
#T9#
Gracias trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Riley working for a triangle but Gracias defends it easily.
Gracias preventing the sweep.
Riley trying to control the position.
#T10#
Gracias wants to pass the guard but Riley is keeping the position.
Riley trying to control the position.
Gracias trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Riley looking for subs off his back but Gracias has passed one foot through into half guard.
Riley is trying to get back to full guard.#T11#
Gracias tries to pass the half guard into mount. Riley knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Gracias is looking to pass Riley's guard but actually Riley recovers to full guard. #SUB#
Riley working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Gracias doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Gracias manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Gracias passes Riley's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Riley is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Gracias is looking for a kimura but Riley is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Gracias to get the leverage. #T12#
Gracias looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB2#
Gracias wants to work for an arm triangle but Riley is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Riley moves into full guard.
Gracias stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Riley swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Gracias is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Gracias controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T13#
Riley wants to improve his position but instead Gracias has moved into half guard.
Gracias stalling away here and it's allowed Riley to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Gracias advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Riley (2) vs (13) Gracias
Riley can't do much from the bottom here. #SUB2#
Gracias tries for a kimura but Riley is defending well. #SUB2#
Gracias thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T14#
Riley tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Gracias wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Gracias tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it. #SUB2#
Gracias is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Riley is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Gracias tries to move into full mount but can't pass Riley's legs.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Gracias working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
And that's the end of the fight!
Gracias wins on points by 13 to 2.
An out of breath Helio Gracias 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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