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Event:
AWC 2021 Finals Rd 3 B
Date: Jun 20, 2021 |
#R1#
Hoffa shoots in but no luck this time.
Hoffa tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Swahn defends well and Hoffa ends up having to push Swahn into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Swahn working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Swahn pressing his opponent against the cage.
Swahn makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Swahn throws a head punch that misses.
Swahn is defending well against a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Al Hoffa. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hoffa is trying to drag Swahn to the mat but Swahn just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Swahn can't find room to land a body shot as Hoffa controls the action.
Hoffa is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Swahn gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Swahn misses with the head strike.
Swahn throws a punch but it's blocked by Hoffa.
Hoffa is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Swahn gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Hoffa wants a takedown.
Hoffa tries to score a body lock takedown but Swahn shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Swahn makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#T1#
A short left from Hoffa.
Swahn makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#BC2#
Swahn manages to break the clinch.
Swahn stuffs the takedown.
It seemed like Swahn was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Hoffa fails with the takedown
enabling Swahn to counter with a crisp jab.
The fighters circling - Swahn throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Swahn missing with a left hand there. Hoffa was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Hoffa with a lazy takedown attempt
and Swahn counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Hoffa shoots in but no luck this time.
Swahn cracks Hoffa with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Hoffa throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Swahn's waist but Swahn gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Hoffa off to one side.
Hoffa fails with a takedown attempt.
Al Hoffa seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hoffa tries for a takedown but Swahn sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Swahn misses the jab.
Hoffa is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
Swahn stuffs the takedown attempt from Hoffa. Hoffa gets slowly back to his feet. #T2#
Swahn throws a jab but it's blocked by Hoffa.
Hoffa tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Swahn swivels and escapes.
Hoffa has his takedown stuffed
and Swahn counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Hoffa misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Swahn counters with a nice uppercut.
Hoffa throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Swahn's waist but Swahn gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Hoffa off to one side.
Swahn loads up on a big right hand but Hoffa slips the punch.
Hoffa attempts a counter takedown but Swahn avoids it well and moves away.
Hoffa uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Swahn.
Hoffa feinted with a counter takedown.#TD#
Hoffa dives in and scores a takedown into Swahn's guard.
Swahn has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Hoffa has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
Hoffa is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Hoffa is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Swahn pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Swahn lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Hoffa backwards. #BC2#
Swahn manages to break the clinch.
A jab from Swahn misses.
Hoffa attempts a counter takedown but Swahn avoids it well and moves away.
Hoffa misses with a takedown attempt
and Swahn counters with a nice uppercut. #T3#
Hoffa with a poor takedown
enabling Swahn to counter with a crisp jab.
Hoffa is breathing heavily.
Swahn throws the left hand but Hoffa avoids the punch easily.
Swahn swings for the body but Hoffa moves out of range.
Hoffa shoots in for a double leg but Swahn sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Swahn lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Hoffa at a distance.
#KD2#
Swahn drops Hoffa with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Hoffa looks back up at him and smiles so Swahn waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.
#ROC2#Hoffa is rocked!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hoffa looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Swahn is fending him off so far but Hoffa persists. Nope, Swahn circles away and we're back to standing.
Hoffa with a lazy takedown attempt
and Swahn counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Oh Hoffa is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Hoffa circles to his right, straight into a beautiful hook by Swahn. Hoffa falls face first into the canvas - great knockout victory for Swahn!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Oke Swahn!
A very excited looking Oke Swahn made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
AWC 2021 Finals Rd 2 B
Date: Jun 02, 2021 |
#R1##TD2#
Hoffa shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Hoffa seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Hoffa wants to pass to mount but Thorsen is defending the position.
Hoffa wants to take a breather but Thorsen is having none of it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hoffa tries to pass the half guard into mount. Thorsen knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Well, if Hoffa is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
#T1#
Hoffa is pressing down on Thorsen's thigh, looking to free his foot. Thorsen is holding on for now.
Hoffa content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Hoffa tries to pass the half guard into mount. Thorsen knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Thorsen is trying to get back to full guard.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Thorsen is trying is best to control the position here. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Thorsen looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#TD2#
Hoffa scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Hoffa in particular looking to stall.
Hoffa's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Hoffa is trying to control the action in half guard but Thorsen is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Thorsen trying to hold on to Hoffa's head to control him but Hoffa postures up.
Hoffa tries to pass the half guard into mount. Thorsen knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Hoffa is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Thorsen tries to roll over but Hoffa keeps him under control.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#TD2#
Hoffa shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Hoffa seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Hoffa looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Hoffa is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Thorsen desperately trying to maintain half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Al Hoffa dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Hoffa defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Thorsen.#TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Hoffa.
Hoffa trying to control the position but Thorsen is working away.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Hoffa tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Hoffa has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Hoffa moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Hoffa goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Thorsen rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Hoffa's guard! Nice work there by Thorsen! #T1#
Hoffa looking for a sweep. Not yet Hoffa, not yet.
Thorsen postures up.
Hoffa avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Hoffa working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Thorsen.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Thorsen accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Hoffa keeping full guard, as Thorsen tries to pass.
Hoffa wants to sweep here but Thorsen controlling him for the moment.
Hoffa has his hands on Thorsen's head, controlling the position. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Hoffa utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Thorsen is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Hoffa tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Thorsen stands up over Hoffa, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Thorsen missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Thorsen chips away with some ground and pound.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Hoffa can do anything to dispel that myth.
Thorsen stands up over Hoffa, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Thorsen chips away with some ground and pound.
Thorsen has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Hoffa not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T3#
Thorsen trying to control but Hoffa is working from the bottom.
Thorsen stands up over Hoffa, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Hoffa managing to control the position.
Hoffa working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Thorsen.
Hoffa bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Thorsen's guard. #REVB#
Hoffa won't allow Thorsen to sweep him here.
Hoffa looking to sit in guard and control but Thorsen gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Hoffa is adopting a defensive guard.#T4#
Hoffa working a defensive guard but Thorsen manages to pass into side control anyway.
Hoffa is trying to improve his position.
Hoffa takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Thorsen in side control lands a decent elbow.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Thorsen landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Thorsen throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Thorsen is working Hoffa over with some ground and pound from side control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Anders Thorsen dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! And we move into the final round!#R3#
Thorsen shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Hoffa with the counter takedown but Thorsen avoids it easily.
Thorsen throws an ugly left hook that misses
#TD2#
so Hoffa counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Hoffa stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Thorsen swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hoffa trying to control but Thorsen is working from the bottom.
Hoffa looking to pass the guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hoffa wants to control from the top but Thorsen keeps moving. #T1#
Hoffa is stalling in the full guard.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Thorsen has control of Hoffa's left arm, preventing Hoffa from doing any damage. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Thorsen shoots in looking for a takedown. Hoffa tries to sprawl out of it but Thorsen keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Hoffa manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Thorsen dives in for a single leg takedown but Hoffa sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Anders Thorsen. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD2#
Hoffa has clasped his hands together around Thorsen's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
Hoffa wants to control but Thorsen is keeping him busy.
Hoffa has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Thorsen!#T2#
Hoffa trying to control but Thorsen is having none of it. #SUB2#
Hoffa is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Thorsen has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Thorsen!
Thorsen is in close to Hoffa's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Thorsen is looking to work some ground and pound but Hoffa has wrist control.
Thorsen is fighting to break Hoffa's control of his arms but Hoffa is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Thorsen is looking to work some ground and pound but Hoffa has wrist control.
Anders Thorsen overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T3#
Hoffa is pulling down on Thorsen's head to control his posture.
Thorsen missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Hoffa is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Thorsen throwing strikes but missing.
Hoffa looking to control.
#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Thorsen with a nice head shot there.
Thorsen 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.
Hoffa is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Thorsen content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Thorsen postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Thorsen preventing the sweep.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hoffa keeping moving, preventing Thorsen from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Hoffa working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Thorsen doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Thorsen manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Al Hoffa.
I think Hoffa has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 29:28
Judge John Roberts scores the fight 29:29
Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Anders Thorsen!
Our winner, Anders Thorsen, 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:
AWC 2021 Finals Rd 1 B
Date: May 15, 2021 |
#R1#
Hoffa jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Demirci closes the distance and clinches up with Hoffa, looking for a takedown. Demirci pushes Hoffa against the cage but Hoffa circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.#TD2#
Hoffa feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Hoffa trying to move into half guard but instead Demirci has managed to sweep!#REVR#
Demirci 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.
Hoffa tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Demirci trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Hoffa holds on and takes a little breather. #SUB#
Demirci has gone for a leg lock! Hoffa slips out almost immediately though and dives into Demirci's guard.#REVB#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Demirci wants to control the position but Hoffa says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard. #T1#
Hoffa controlling the action here.
Demirci is looking for a sweep. Hoffa is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Demirci is in trouble now - Hoffa has advanced to mount!
Demirci sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Hoffa is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Hoffa prevents Demirci from getting the reversal.
Hoffa looking to control but Demirci is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Demirci bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!#T2#
Hoffa controlling the position.
Demirci preventing the sweep.
Hoffa not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Hoffa is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Hoffa controls from within his opponent's guard. #SUB#
Demirci working for a triangle but Hoffa defends it easily.
Hoffa works a leg free and moves into half guard. #T3#
Hoffa trying to control from Demirci's half guard. Demirci has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Hoffa looking to sit in guard and control but Demirci gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Hoffa looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Hoffa looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#SUB2#
Hoffa throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Hoffa keeping full guard, as Demirci tries to pass.
Hoffa looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #T4#
Demirci content to stall in guard here.
Demirci wants to pass the guard but Hoffa is keeping the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Demirci not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Al Hoffa dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2##TD2#
Hoffa closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Hoffa lands in his opponent's guard.
Hoffa must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Demirci is looking for a triangle but Hoffa pushes his legs off easily.
Hoffa trying to control the position from guard on top but Demirci is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Demirci throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hoffa is stalling in the full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Demirci keeping full guard, as Hoffa tries to pass. #T1#
Hoffa passes Demirci's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB#
Demirci looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Demirci trying to control but Hoffa postures up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Demirci is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Hoffa pulls his head out easily.
Hoffa looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Hoffa passes the guard and advances to mount! #T2#
Hoffa takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Demirci is working to get back to half guard.
#SUB2#
Hoffa wants to finish this one by submission but Demirci is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Hoffa.
Demirci wants to control but Hoffa is having none of it.
Hoffa really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Demirci. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#T3#
Hoffa wants to control the pace but Demirci is squirming around nicely.
Demirci tries to reverse the position but Hoffa maintains control.
Hoffa avoids the attempt from Demirci to control.
Demirci is desperately trying to improve his position but Hoffa has a good base and remains in mount.
Hoffa fails to move to back control.
Demirci is wriggling around trying to escape.
#SUB2#
Hoffa is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Demirci can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
Al Hoffa has got the better of the ground game so far.#T4#
Demirci can't escape the position.
Hoffa trying to control but Demirci is having none of it.
Demirci wants to hold on but Hoffa pushes him away.
Hoffa prevents Demirci from getting the reversal.
Demirci is working hard here to advance position.
Demirci 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.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Demirci looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Demirci looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Al Hoffa showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3##TD2#
Hoffa dives in and scores a takedown into Demirci's guard.
Hoffa wants to control from the top but Demirci keeps moving. #SUB#
Demirci had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Hoffa defends it easily.#SUB#
Demirci has his feet on Hoffa's thighs here. He's pushed Hoffa off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Hoffa screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:40 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Omer Demirci!
Omer Demirci thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
AWC Group B - Rd 5
Date: Apr 27, 2021 |
#R1#
Hoffa ducks under a wild hook from Rackham.#TD#
Hoffa closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Rackham to the mat! Rackham manages to get full guard.
Hoffa is stalling in the full guard.
Hoffa wants to control from the top but Rackham keeps moving.
Hoffa looking to pass the guard.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Rackham can do anything to dispel that myth.
Rackham wants to hit a sweep here but Hoffa passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Rackham there!
Rackham 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.
Hoffa content just to control the position here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rackham is working to get back to half guard.
Hoffa trying to control but Rackham is having none of it. #T1#
Hoffa controlling the position easily from mount.
Hoffa seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Rackham for as long as he can get away with.#SUB#
Hoffa has hold of Rackham's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Rackham manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Rackham can't escape the position.
Rackham is trying to escape the mount but Hoffa keeps good control and instead manages to take Rackham's back.
#T2#
Rackham is in bad spot here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Hoffa looking for the RNC. #SUB#
Hoffa is looking for the choke from the back position but Rackham is controlling his hands well.
Hoffa has the hooks in. Rackham is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.#SUB#
Hoffa has the hooks in. Rackham is starting to panic. He's trying to push off one of the legs but he's left his neck open to attack. Hoffa passes his arm under Rackham's neck and tightens up a rear naked choke! This one is surely all over! Yes, Rackham taps!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Al Hoffa!
After winning the bout, Al Hoffa thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
AWC Group B - Rd 4
Date: Apr 09, 2021 |
#R1#
Von Slackenfuchs throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#TD2#
Hoffa closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Von Slackenfuchs quickly recovers to half guard.
Von Slackenfuchs keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Hoffa seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Hoffa trying to pass the guard but Von Slackenfuchs defending well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hoffa slows the pace down in half guard.
Von Slackenfuchs moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T1#
Hoffa 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.
Von Slackenfuchs keeping full guard, as Hoffa tries to pass.
Hoffa is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Hoffa stands and throws Von Slackenfuchs's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Von Slackenfuchs is not content to let Hoffa control the position. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB2#
Hoffa tries for a kimura but Von Slackenfuchs is defending well.
Hoffa taking a breather here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3##SUB2#
Hoffa swings around for an armbar but Von Slackenfuchs sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Hoffa's guard.
Von Slackenfuchs pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hoffa is keeping the position for now.
Von Slackenfuchs won't allow Hoffa to sweep him here.
Hoffa seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Hoffa can do anything to dispel that myth.#T4#
Let's hope that Hoffa has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Von Slackenfuchs slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hoffa throws a body shot but no joy.
Von Slackenfuchs looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Hoffa avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Von Slackenfuchs slaps away a takedown attempt from Hoffa, before circling back to the center of the mat.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Al Hoffa will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Von Slackenfuchs misses with a straight left.
Von Slackenfuchs misses with an uppercut.
Von Slackenfuchs misses the jab.
Von Slackenfuchs throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#TD2#
Hoffa darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Hoffa is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Von Slackenfuchs is controlling Hoffa's trapped leg to prevent Hoffa from advancing to side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hoffa trying to control the action but Von Slackenfuchs is working from the bottom. #T1#
Hoffa slows the pace down in half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hoffa tries to pass to full mount but Von Slackenfuchs defends it.
Hoffa slows the pace down in half guard.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Hoffa's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Hoffa just misses with a punch to the body.
Hoffa fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Von Slackenfuchs manages to avoid it.
Von Slackenfuchs throws a body punch but Hoffa moves out of range.
Von Slackenfuchs lands with a cross.
Von Slackenfuchs just misses with a punch to the body.
Von Slackenfuchs misses with an uppercut
#TD2#
and Hoffa decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Von Slackenfuchs's guard.
Hoffa advances position into side control!
You can see the frustration on Von Slackenfuchs's face as Hoffa controls the position.
Von Slackenfuchs is not content to let Hoffa control the position. #T3#
Hoffa slows the pace down.
We've been informed that Hoffa has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Hoffa laying and praying for a moment but Von Slackenfuchs takes advantage and regains half guard.
Hoffa has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Von Slackenfuchs tries to reverse the position but Hoffa maintains control.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB2#
Hoffa is working for a guillotine from mount but Von Slackenfuchs frees his head quite easily.
Hoffa wants to take Von Slackenfuchs's back but he can't do it this time.
Von Slackenfuchs is working to get back to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hoffa takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Hoffa trying to control but Von Slackenfuchs is having none of it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Al Hoffa showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Hoffa throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
It looked like Von Slackenfuchs was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Hoffa.
Hoffa shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Hoffa throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
An attempted straight right counter from Von Slackenfuchs misses the target.
Hoffa shoots in but Von Slackenfuchs avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Von Slackenfuchs misses with an uppercut
#TD2#
so Hoffa counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Hoffa is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Hoffa trying to control but Von Slackenfuchs is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hoffa controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Von Slackenfuchs looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T1#
Hoffa not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Hoffa wants to pass the guard but Von Slackenfuchs is keeping the position.
Hoffa content to stall in guard here.
Hoffa pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Von Slackenfuchs is keeping the position for now. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Hoffa ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Heinrich Von Slackenfuchs has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Al Hoffa is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Hoffa is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Von Slackenfuchs rather than just go for the knockout.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Hoffa fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Von Slackenfuchs avoids it really well and circles away.
Heinrich Von Slackenfuchs has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Al Hoffa.#TD2#
Hoffa fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Von Slackenfuchs to the ground. Hoffa is now in Von Slackenfuchs's guard.
Hoffa sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Hoffa looking to pass the guard.
Hoffa showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T3#
Von Slackenfuchs pulls Hoffa in close to prevent any damage.
Hoffa controls from within his opponent's guard. #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.
Hoffa is looking to pass into half guard but Von Slackenfuchs pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Von Slackenfuchs is in guard.#REVR#
Hoffa seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hoffa lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
And that's the end of the fight!
Al Hoffa comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Hoffa winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Jonathan Paton scores the fight 27:30
Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight 27:30
Judge John Kavanagh scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Al Hoffa!
A relieved looking Al Hoffa 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:
AWC Group B - Rd 2
Date: Mar 04, 2021 |
#R1#
DeMarcus Meridius stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and DeMarcus Meridius wants it to stay on the feet.
DeMarcus Meridius tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Hoffa manages to circle out of the way.
Hoffa ducks under a wild hook from DeMarcus Meridius.
Al Hoffa seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
DeMarcus Meridius gets caught napping as Hoffa dives in and scores a takedown. DeMarcus Meridius manages to retain guard.
Hoffa wants to control from the top but DeMarcus Meridius keeps moving.
DeMarcus Meridius is pulling down on Hoffa's head. It's preventing any offense from Hoffa, at least for the moment.
Hoffa showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Hoffa trying to control but DeMarcus Meridius is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
DeMarcus Meridius looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
DeMarcus Meridius keeping moving, preventing Hoffa from controlling successfully. #T1#
Hoffa trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
DeMarcus Meridius wants to sweep here but Hoffa controlling him for the moment.
Hoffa is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
DeMarcus Meridius keeping moving, preventing Hoffa from controlling successfully.
Hoffa showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
DeMarcus Meridius working a defensive guard but Hoffa manages to pass into side control anyway.
#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Hoffa is looking to take a break and control but DeMarcus Meridius is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Hoffa looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Hoffa controlling the position from side mount.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
DeMarcus Meridius struggling a bit here.
DeMarcus Meridius is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Hoffa is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Hoffa controls the position from side control.#T3#
Hoffa tries to move into full mount but can't pass DeMarcus Meridius's legs.
DeMarcus Meridius tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Hoffa wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
DeMarcus Meridius can't do much from the bottom here.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
DeMarcus Meridius gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there!
DeMarcus Meridius wants to control but Hoffa is having none of it.#SUB2#
Hoffa goes for an armbar but DeMarcus Meridius turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from DeMarcus Meridius.
DeMarcus Meridius advances to half guard. #T4#
The fighters are battling for position here. Hoffa manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB#
DeMarcus Meridius is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Hoffa is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Hoffa has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB#
Hoffa pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. DeMarcus Meridius is keeping the position for now.
Hoffa trying to control the position from guard on top but DeMarcus Meridius is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hoffa wants to pass the guard but DeMarcus Meridius is keeping the position.
Hoffa really doesn't want to stay on the ground with DeMarcus Meridius. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
DeMarcus Meridius is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Hoffa is aware though and is defending well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Al Hoffa dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2##CL2#
Hoffa closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Hoffa wants a takedown.
Hoffa has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
DeMarcus Meridius lands with a short shot to the head.
DeMarcus Meridius goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A left hand lands to the body for DeMarcus Meridius.
Hoffa is working for takedown but DeMarcus Meridius is calmly controlling the position for now.
DeMarcus Meridius stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Hoffa is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but DeMarcus Meridius is defending well.
Maximus DeMarcus Meridius has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Al Hoffa.
DeMarcus Meridius lands a nice uppercut.
DeMarcus Meridius misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Hoffa is trying to drag DeMarcus Meridius to the mat but DeMarcus Meridius just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Hoffa has DeMarcus Meridius pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. DeMarcus Meridius manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hoffa blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
DeMarcus Meridius lands a body shot in the clinch.
Hoffa is breathing heavily.
DeMarcus Meridius tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
DeMarcus Meridius doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
DeMarcus Meridius lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
DeMarcus Meridius tries to work over Hoffa's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T1#
Hoffa is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but DeMarcus Meridius is defending well.
DeMarcus Meridius lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Hoffa.
Still in the clinch, DeMarcus Meridius scores with a nice short uppercut.
Nice body punch from DeMarcus Meridius - that landed with a thud.
DeMarcus Meridius misses with a punch to the body.
DeMarcus Meridius is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from DeMarcus Meridius.
A short right from DeMarcus Meridius on the inside.
DeMarcus Meridius tries to throw a body punch but Hoffa avoids it by throwing DeMarcus Meridius back against the cage.
DeMarcus Meridius misses with a shot to the kidneys.
DeMarcus Meridius struggles to land a body shot inside as Hoffa controls his hands.
Hoffa's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
DeMarcus Meridius prevents the takedown attempt.
A short left from DeMarcus Meridius.
Maximus DeMarcus Meridius has scored more points in the clinch so far.
A right hook to the body lands for DeMarcus Meridius.
DeMarcus Meridius misses with a body punch.
DeMarcus Meridius lands with a light punch inside.
A short body shot lands from DeMarcus Meridius as the two fighters clinch.
A right hook to the body lands for DeMarcus Meridius.
#T2#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
DeMarcus Meridius effectively controlling the action here.
DeMarcus Meridius lands a body punch in the clinch.
DeMarcus Meridius lands a left hand.
DeMarcus Meridius scores with an uppercut up the middle.
DeMarcus Meridius prevents a takedown attempt there.
DeMarcus Meridius lands a shoulder strike.
DeMarcus Meridius misses with a shot to the kidneys.
DeMarcus Meridius lands with a short shot to the head.
A nice left hand lands by DeMarcus Meridius.
DeMarcus Meridius lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
DeMarcus Meridius scores with a shoulder strike.
DeMarcus Meridius throws a head punch that misses.
DeMarcus Meridius tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Hoffa's elbow.
DeMarcus Meridius misses with a body punch.
Hoffa blocks a body shot from DeMarcus Meridius.
DeMarcus Meridius lands with a left to the head.
DeMarcus Meridius is defending well against a takedown attempt.#T3#
DeMarcus Meridius lands a right hand.
DeMarcus Meridius works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
DeMarcus Meridius scores with a nice hook to the head.
DeMarcus Meridius just leaning against Hoffa, taking a breather.
DeMarcus Meridius doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
DeMarcus Meridius lands a left hand.
DeMarcus Meridius scores with a shot to the side of Hoffa's head.
DeMarcus Meridius misses with a body punch.
DeMarcus Meridius tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Hoffa's elbow.
DeMarcus Meridius prevents the takedown attempt.
DeMarcus Meridius misses with a hook to the ribs.
DeMarcus Meridius lands on the inside with an uppercut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for DeMarcus Meridius.
A shot in the inside from DeMarcus Meridius. #TD2#
Hoffa lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
DeMarcus Meridius tries to roll over but Hoffa keeps him under control.
Hoffa wants to pass the guard but DeMarcus Meridius is defending well. #T4##SUB#
DeMarcus Meridius actively working from the bottom here.
Hoffa is looking to stall here but DeMarcus Meridius recovers full guard.
Hoffa wants to control from the top but DeMarcus Meridius keeps moving. #SUB#
DeMarcus Meridius is looking for a triangle but Hoffa pushes his legs off easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Hoffa got a little sloppy there for a moment and DeMarcus Meridius has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Hoffa has managed to get both his arms back between DeMarcus Meridius's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
DeMarcus Meridius is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Hoffa defends well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Maximus DeMarcus Meridius dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
DeMarcus Meridius is looking to clinch.
Hoffa fails with a takedown attempt.
Hoffa misses the shot to the body.
Hoffa tries to score a power double leg takedown but DeMarcus Meridius sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Hoffa somewhat.
Nice sprawl there from DeMarcus Meridius as Hoffa shoots in.
Maximus DeMarcus Meridius has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Al Hoffa.#TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Hoffa.
You can see the frustration on DeMarcus Meridius's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
DeMarcus Meridius on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if DeMarcus Meridius tries to get out of the position.
Hoffa takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A control attempt from DeMarcus Meridius but he's now mounted!#T1#
DeMarcus Meridius is wriggling around trying to escape.
Hoffa looking to control and managing it successfully.
Hoffa trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Hoffa is trying to take his opponent's back.
DeMarcus Meridius manages to regain half guard. Good work.
DeMarcus Meridius is pressing down on Hoffa's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Hoffa looking to pass the guard. #T2##SUB#
DeMarcus Meridius looking for a triangle here. Hoffa is fighting it but it looks tight! DeMarcus Meridius pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Hoffa is tapping out - this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:20 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Maximus DeMarcus Meridius!
Maximus DeMarcus Meridius thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
AWC Group B - Rd 1
Date: Feb 14, 2021 |
#R1#
Booker works the jab nicely.
Hoffa moves away from the strike by Booker.
Booker misses with a left hand #TD#
and Hoffa decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Booker's guard.
Hoffa is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Booker looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Booker tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Hoffa definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hoffa trying to control the position from guard on top but Booker 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.
Hoffa preventing the sweep. #T1#
Hoffa pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Booker is keeping the position for now.
Booker keeping moving, preventing Hoffa from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Hoffa avoids a punch combination nicely.
Hoffa appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Hoffa moves out of range as Booker strikes.
Hoffa attempts a counter takedown but Booker avoids it well and moves away.#TD#
Hoffa darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Booker scrambles, trying to get to his feet, but Hoffa manages to mount him!
Hoffa can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Booker is looking to escape. #T2#
Booker tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Hoffa wants to control the pace but Booker is squirming around nicely.
Booker is trying desperately to improve position.
Hoffa trying to control but Booker is having none of it.
Booker tries to hold on but Hoffa postures up.#SUB#
Hoffa goes for an armbar but Booker turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Booker. #T3#
Hoffa is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Booker sitting in guard here, content to control. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Booker looking to sit in guard and control but Hoffa gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Hoffa advances to half guard.
Hoffa looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Booker is staying active underneath Hoffa, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Hoffa in particular looking to stall.
Hoffa is looking to take a break and control but Booker is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Al Hoffa will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Booker is looking to clinch.
Booker takes a swing at Hoffa's ribcage but misses.
Hoffa keeps the fight on the outside.
Hoffa throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Booker tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Hoffa was well out of range. Poor timing from Booker.
Booker misses with a straight left.
Booker tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Hoffa was well out of range. Poor timing from Booker.
Booker connects with a right hand. Hoffa shakes it off.#TD#
Hoffa decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Hoffa is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Booker has managed to free his arm - good work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hoffa is trying to control the action in half guard but Booker is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Booker is doing well to control the position and prevent Hoffa from advancing to side control.#T1#
Hoffa wants to pass to mount but Booker is defending the position. #SUB#
Hoffa is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Booker sees it coming and defends easily.
Hoffa is trying to control the action in half guard but Booker is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Hoffa keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Hoffa stalling away here and it's allowed Booker to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Hoffa won't allow Booker to sweep him here.
Hoffa trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Booker is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Booker preventing the sweep.
Hoffa being controlled here, momentarily.
Let's hope that Booker has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Hoffa keeping moving, preventing Booker from controlling successfully.
Al Hoffa overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Hoffa wants to sweep here but Booker controlling him for the moment. #T3##REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD#
Hoffa manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Booker on his heels. He'll look to pass Booker's guard now, I'm sure.
Hoffa is stalling in the full guard.
Booker looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Hoffa trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Booker keeping moving, preventing Hoffa from controlling successfully. #T4#
Hoffa pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Booker is keeping the position for now.
Booker is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Hoffa looking to sit in guard and control but Booker gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Booker won't allow Hoffa to sweep him here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Booker slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Booker trying to control but Hoffa is working from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Reggie Booker will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Hoffa walks into a jab.
Booker pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Reggie Booker seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Booker fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Hoffa looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Booker uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Hoffa has time to react.
Hoffa slips a jab from Booker.
Booker jabbing away but nothing is landing. #TD#
Hoffa fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Booker sprawls well initially but Hoffa persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Booker is not content to let Hoffa control the position.
Hoffa is pressing down on Booker's thigh, looking to free his foot. Booker is holding on for now.
Hoffa seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Booker does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T1#
Hoffa trying to mount his opponent but Booker defends it.
Booker is not content to let Hoffa control the position.
Hoffa moves into full mount! Booker won't be happy about that!
Booker is squirming around, avoiding Hoffa's attempts to control the action.
Hoffa wants to control but Booker has made it back to half guard. Nice work.
Hoffa seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Booker does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T2#
Hoffa trying to pass the guard but Booker defending well.
Well, if Hoffa is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Hoffa is trying to control the action in half guard but Booker is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T3#
Hoffa is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Booker preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Booker misses with a wild combination.
Reggie Booker is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Booker lands a jab to Hoffa's midsection.
A punch combination from Booker misses.
Hoffa changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.#T4#
Hoffa blocks a jab.
Hoffa slips under a jab.
Hoffa changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Hoffa bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Booker throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
#TD#
and Hoffa counters with a takedown into side control.
Hoffa is looking to take a break and control but Booker is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Hoffa is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Hoffa trying to control the action but Booker is working from the bottom.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Booker can do anything to dispel that myth.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
A lull in the action here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Reggie Booker comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Booker has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight 28:29
Judge David Schapiro scores the fight 28:29
Judge Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Reggie Booker!
After winning the bout, Reggie Booker thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
AWC Fighter Trials III
Date: Jan 19, 2021 |
#R1#
Both fighters are only really looking to counter, so after a good 30 seconds of circling each other endlessly, the referee has stepped in and told them both to be more aggressive.
Santos lands a leg kick that knocks Hoffa off balance momentarily.
Santos finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Santos finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Hoffa tries to score with a low kick but Santos moves his leg out of the way.
Santos half committed to a counter leg kick.#T1#
A bone on bone clash there as Hoffa blocks the leg kick.
Hoffa throws a leg kick but Santos moved away.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Santos lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Hoffa has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Hoffa and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Santos backing away here, and Hoffa unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Santos checks a leg kick.
Santos half committed to a counter leg kick.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Hoffa misses with a low kick.
A leg kick checked by Hoffa.
Hoffa misses with a low kick.
As Hoffa backs away, Santos returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Santos will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Hoffa flicks out a counter leg kick but Santos steps away.
And that's the end of the fight!
Mario Santos showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Santos has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1 round of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 10:9
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 10:9
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 10:9
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mario Santos! |
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