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Event:
DMMA 370 x
Date: Nov 10, 2024 |
#R1#
Mac Airt ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Mac Airt misses with a hook. Tomoguchi ducked under it nicely.
Tomoguchi has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Tomoguchi stuns Mac Airt with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
A jab from Tomoguchi misses.
Tomoguchi pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Shinji Tomoguchi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tomoguchi slips under a jab.
Mac Airt takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Tomoguchi avoids the body shot from Mac Airt.
Tomoguchi stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Mac Airt lands a head shot.
Tomoguchi defending well as Mac Airt loads up on a big left hand.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook. Mac Airt ducked under it nicely.
A counter left hand to the body from Mac Airt misses its target.
Tomoguchi tests Mac Airt's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Tomoguchi bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Tomoguchi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Mac Airt.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tomoguchi steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Mac Airt.
Tomoguchi scores with a shot to the body.
Mac Airt swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Tomoguchi.
Mac Airt connects with a body shot.
Mac Airt takes one to the side of the head.
Tomoguchi moves out of range as Mac Airt strikes.
Mac Airt misses with a looping left.#T1#
Mac Airt slips under a jab from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Mac Airt.
Tomoguchi takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Mac Airt just misses with a punch to the body.
Mac Airt misses with a wild combination.
Tomoguchi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Mac Airt swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Tomoguchi ducks under a wild hook from Mac Airt.
Mac Airt waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi works the jab nicely.
Tomoguchi throws out a loose jab but Mac Airt uses good head movement to avoid it.
Mac Airt bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Tomoguchi cracks Mac Airt with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Tomoguchi lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Tomoguchi.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tomoguchi misses with an uppercut. Mac Airt saw that one coming.
Mac Airt looks to land a left hand but Tomoguchi moved out of range nicely.
Mac Airt tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tomoguchi was well out of range. Poor timing from Mac Airt.
Tomoguchi misses with a double jab.
Nice cross by Tomoguchi.
Mac Airt ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tomoguchi moves away.
Tomoguchi scores with a jab. Mac Airt acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #T2#
Mac Airt walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
A shot to the liver by Mac Airt. Beautiful body shot.
Tomoguchi swings for the body but Mac Airt moves out of range.
Mac Airt throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#CL#
Mac Airt rushes Tomoguchi and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Tomoguchi doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Mac Airt working aggressively here.
Mac Airt stalling the fight.
Tomoguchi can't find room to land a body shot as Mac Airt controls the action.
Tomoguchi throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Mac Airt blocking some punches.
Mac Airt wants to stall.
Tomoguchi leaning against his opponent.
A nice left hand lands by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi stalls.
Mac Airt lands a right hand. #TD2#
Tomoguchi pulls guard successfully.
#T3#
Mac Airt advances to half guard.
Tomoguchi wants to control but Mac Airt is keeping busy.
Mac Airt is looking to take a break and control but Tomoguchi is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Mac Airt is looking to stall here but Tomoguchi recovers full guard. #SUB2#
Tomoguchi had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Mac Airt defends it easily.
Mac Airt sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Tomoguchi keeping full guard, as Mac Airt tries to pass. #SUB2#
Tomoguchi is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Mac Airt is aware though and is defending well.
Tomoguchi keeping moving, preventing Mac Airt from controlling successfully.
Mac Airt slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Shinji Tomoguchi will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Mac Airt misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook.
Tomoguchi lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Mac Airt backs up against the cage.
Mac Airt changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Mac Airt tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Tomoguchi is able to avoid easily.
A left lands for Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi throws a lazy right hand but Mac Airt sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Mac Airt moves into range and connects with a jab.
Mac Airt misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tomoguchi.
Mac Airt misses with a jab, cross combination.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Tomoguchi! But no joy.
Tomoguchi steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Mac Airt.
Tomoguchi just misses with a punch to the body.
Tomoguchi connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Mac Airt momentarily.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mac Airt throws a jab when Tomoguchi was well out of range.
Mac Airt tries to clinch up but Tomoguchi circles away and keeps his distance.
Tomoguchi tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Mac Airt manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Mac Airt throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Tomoguchi's waist but Tomoguchi gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Mac Airt off to one side.
Tomoguchi tries to bum rush Mac Airt with a series of wild strikes but Mac Airt uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
A little feinted left hand from Mac Airt on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Tomoguchi dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Shinji Tomoguchi seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Tomoguchi paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#T1#
Mac Airt closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Mac Airt takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Mac Airt misses the jab.
Mac Airt uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tomoguchi.
Mac Airt throws the left hand but Tomoguchi avoids the punch easily.
Tomoguchi tries to bum rush Mac Airt with a series of wild strikes but Mac Airt uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Tomoguchi misses with a wild combination.
A little feinted left hand from Mac Airt on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Mac Airt scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Tomoguchi doesn't seem bothered though.
Jab by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi circles away from the clinch attempt.
Mac Airt's jab looks to have found its range, popping Tomoguchi under the eye.
Tomoguchi throws out a loose jab but Mac Airt uses good head movement to avoid it.
Mac Airt swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Mac Airt. Tomoguchi does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tomoguchi looks to throw the jab but Mac Airt is out of range.
Mac Airt was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Tomoguchi lands a head shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tomoguchi ducks under a wild hook from Mac Airt.#T2#
Tomoguchi throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Mac Airt tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Tomoguchi manages to circle out of the way.
Mac Airt ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tomoguchi moves away.
Tomoguchi has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Mac Airt finds it's way round the side to connect with Tomoguchi's head.
Mac Airt waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi throws a poor cross that misses
and Mac Airt counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Mac Airt looks to land a left hand but Tomoguchi moved out of range nicely.
Mac Airt moves out of range as Tomoguchi strikes.
Tomoguchi misses with a looping right.
As Tomoguchi looks to move away, Mac Airt throws a big counter combo but Tomoguchi just gets out of the way.
Tomoguchi slips under a jab.
Nice defenses there by Mac Airt.
Mac Airt slips a jab and a cross from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Tomoguchi throws a series of strikes that have Mac Airt backpedaling.
Mac Airt bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Mac Airt throws a hook but Tomoguchi avoids it easily.
Tomoguchi walks into a jab.
Mac Airt loads up on a big right hand but Tomoguchi slips the punch.
Mac Airt swings for the body but Tomoguchi moves out of range.
Mac Airt throws a jab when Tomoguchi was well out of range.#T3#
Mac Airt is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi moves away from the strike by Mac Airt.
A telegraphed right hand from Mac Airt misses the target.
Tomoguchi lands a jab to the nose.
Tomoguchi moves out of range as Mac Airt strikes.
Tomoguchi throws a jab but it's blocked by Mac Airt.
Mac Airt was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Tomoguchi scores with a jab to the body.
A slow jab from Tomoguchi misses its intended target.
Mac Airt looks to land a right hand but Tomoguchi moved out of range.
No joy there for Tomoguchi, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Tomoguchi misses with a jab, cross combination.
Mac Airt drops down looking for a counter takedown but Tomoguchi sprawls and moves away.
Tomoguchi uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Mac Airt.
Mac Airt throws a looping overhand right but Tomoguchi ducks down to avoid it.
Mac Airt dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Tomoguchi moves out of range of the strikes.
Tomoguchi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Mac Airt just misses with a punch to the body.
A little jabbing left from Tomoguchi on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Tomoguchi avoids the body shot from Mac Airt.
#CL2#
Tomoguchi takes the fight into the clinch. #T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Mac Airt lands a shoulder strike.
Mac Airt wants to stall.
Tomoguchi misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tomoguchi tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tomoguchi working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Mac Airt struggles to land a body shot inside as Tomoguchi controls his hands.
#TD#
Mac Airt successfully pulls guard.
Tomoguchi wants to control from the top but Mac Airt keeps moving.
Tomoguchi preventing the sweep.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#SUB#
Mac Airt has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Tomoguchi can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Shinji Tomoguchi will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Mac Airt ducks under a wild hook from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi scores with a hook to the body. Mac Airt takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Tomoguchi feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Mac Airts jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Mac Airt throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Tomoguchi moves away from the strike by Mac Airt.
Mac Airt dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Tomoguchi throws the left hand but Mac Airt avoids the punch easily.
Tomoguchi throws a jab but it's blocked by Mac Airt.
Mac Airt is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Tomoguchi scores with a jab to the body.
Mac Airt throws a lazy right hand but Tomoguchi sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tomoguchi misses the jab.
Tomoguchi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Mac Airt takes a swing at Tomoguchi's ribcage but misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters circling - Tomoguchi throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Mac Airt was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Tomoguchi jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Mac Airt slips a jab from Tomoguchi.
Mac Airt takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Mac Airt misses with a body shot.
Tomoguchi slips a straight right by Mac Airt.#T1#
Mac Airt takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#CL2#
Tomoguchi clinches up against the cage.
Tomoguchi is trying to stall.
Tomoguchi working aggressively here.
I was talking to Mac Airt's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Mac Airt taking a breather.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mac Airt.
Tomoguchi content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Tomoguchi wants to stall.
Tomoguchi is stalling here.
Tomoguchi looking to slow down the pace here.
Tomoguchi fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Mac Airt tries to throw a body punch but Tomoguchi avoids it by throwing Mac Airt back against the cage.
Tomoguchi jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Mac Airt walks away with a smile on his face. Tomoguchi gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Mac Airt fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tomoguchi manages to avoid it.
Mac Airt missing with a left hand there. Tomoguchi was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T2#
Tomoguchi throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Tomoguchi throws a jab but it's blocked by Mac Airt.
Sloppy strikes from Tomoguchi. Those never looked like landing.
Tomoguchi avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Mac Airt throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Tomoguchi stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Tomoguchi misses with a body shot.
Mac Airt misses with a straight right.
Tomoguchi throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Mac Airt swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A big left from Tomoguchi misses.
Mac Airt looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Mac Airt throws a hook but Tomoguchi avoids it easily.
Nice straight punches there by Mac Airt. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Mac Airt.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Good exchange - Mac Airt coming out on top.
Tomoguchi keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Tomoguchi avoids the body shot from Mac Airt.
Tomoguchi keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tomoguchi ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mac Airt moves away.
Tomoguchi misses with the combination.
Tomoguchi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Mac Airt.
#T3#
Mac Airt throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tomoguchi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tomoguchi misses with a few strikes there.
Mac Airt throws a looping overhand right but Tomoguchi ducks down to avoid it.
No joy there for Mac Airt, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Tomoguchi dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Tomoguchi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tomoguchi cracks a nice hook into Mac Airt's ribs.
Mac Airt throws a body punch but Tomoguchi moves out of range.
Tomoguchi wants to counter the offense by Mac Airt and move into the clinch position.
Tomoguchi thows a left - swing and a miss!
Mac Airt takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Tomoguchi takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Tomoguchi lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Mac Airt bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Tomoguchi swings for the body but Mac Airt moves out of range.
Tomoguchi fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Mac Airt looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mac Airt moves away from the strike by Tomoguchi.
Mac Airt just misses with a punch to the body.
Cormac Mac Airt has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Tomoguchi avoids the body shot from Mac Airt.
Tomoguchi comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Mac Airt staying out of range there.
Tomoguchi throws a body shot but no joy.
Mac Airt takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Tomoguchi lands a glancing blow to the side of Mac Airt's head.
Tomoguchi lands with a hook. Mac Airt tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Mac Airt swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tomoguchi throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Mac Airt.
Mac Airt swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Tomoguchi lands a right hook to the body.
Mac Airt is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tomoguchi.
Mac Airt throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nice uppercut lands for Mac Airt. That snapped Tomoguchi's head back.
Tomoguchi ducks under a wild hook from Mac Airt.
Tomoguchi now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Mac Airt throws a body punch but Tomoguchi moves out of range.
Mac Airt changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Tomoguchi tries to avoid it but Mac Airt manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Tomoguchi to the ground. Tomoguchi escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Tomoguchi bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Mac Airt's head.
And that's the end of the fight!
Shinji Tomoguchi comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Tomoguchi 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 Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 27:30
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 27:30
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Shinji Tomoguchi!
Shinji Tomoguchi bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it. |
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Event:
DMMA 359 Kaengsaklek v Drake
Date: Oct 13, 2024 |
#R1#
Sitsongrit walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Sitsongrit looks to score with a jab to the body but Tomoguchi is just out of range.
Tomoguchi looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Tomoguchi has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Tomoguchi ducks under a wild hook from Sitsongrit.
Tomoguchi connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Sitsongrit tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tomoguchi was well out of range. Poor timing from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tomoguchi.
Sitsongrit looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Tomoguchi slips under a jab from Sitsongrit.
Tomoguchi needs to keep his hands up - Sitsongrit had a free shot at his head there.
Sitsongrit throws a front kick aimed at Tomoguchi's knee but Tomoguchi avoids it well.
Tomoguchi fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sitsongrit manages to avoid it.
Sitsongrit connects with a looping right hand.
Sitsongrit fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Tomoguchi on the side of the head.
Sitsongrit throws a body punch but Tomoguchi moves out of range.
Tomoguchi lands with a straight right. Sitsongrit didn't see that one coming.
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!
No joy there for Tomoguchi, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Tomoguchi moves out of range of the strikes.
Tomoguchi slips under a jab from Sitsongrit.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Tomoguchi! But no joy.
Sitsongrit takes a swing at Tomoguchi's ribcage but misses.
Tomoguchi connects with a body shot that sends Sitsongrit's belly button to the back.
Tomoguchi scores with the left hand. Sitsongrit knows he should have avoided that one.
Sitsongrit looks to score with a jab to the body but Tomoguchi is just out of range.
Tomoguchi throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A combination from Tomoguchi does no damage. #T1#
Sitsongrit looks to score with a jab to the body but Tomoguchi is just out of range.
Shinji Tomoguchi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tomoguchi throws a shot from downtown. Sitsongrit moves away and avoids it.
Sitsongrit misses with a body shot.
Sitsongrit thuds a left hand into Tomoguchi's body.
Tomoguchi misses with the combination.
Tomoguchi misses with a body shot
#CL#
and Sitsongrit counters by clinching up.
I was talking to Sitsongrit's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Tomoguchi trying to control the position but instead, Sitsongrit has worked for underhooks and has pushed Tomoguchi into the cage.
Sitsongrit tries a body shot but Tomoguchi blocks it.
Tomoguchi lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A shot in the inside from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Tomoguchis head.
Sitsongrit blocks an uppercut.
Tomoguchi blocks an uppercut.
Sitsongrit blocks a body shot from Tomoguchi.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Tomoguchi goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Sitsongrit lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #T2#
Sitsongrit scores with an uppercut up the middle.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A nice left hand lands by Sitsongrit.
Tomoguchi slows down the pace here.
Tomoguchi blocks an uppercut.
Tomoguchi misses with some punches.
Sitsongrit lands a right hand that snaps the head of Tomoguchi backwards.
Sitsongrit swings wildly with an uppercut but Tomoguchi uses good head movement to avoid it.
Sitsongrit softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Tomoguchi is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Sitsongrit to keep the fight standing.
Tomoguchi blocks a body shot from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit is working Tomoguchi over against the cage.
Sitsongrit lands a body shot.
Tomoguchi tries to pull guard but Sitsongrit won't allow it.
Tomoguchi is trying to stall.
Sitsongrit works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit lands a right hand that snaps the head of Tomoguchi backwards.
A right handed body shot lands from Sitsongrit.
A nice right hand lands inside from Sitsongrit. #T3#
A short left from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit lands a right hand.
Tomoguchi blocks an uppercut.
Sitsongrit misses with a punch to the body.
Sitsongrit tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tomoguchi's elbow.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Sitsongrit works on Tomoguchi's body with a couple of short punches.
Tomoguchi tries to pull guard but Sitsongrit holds him up against the cage and eventually Tomoguchi drops back down to his feet.
Kongthoranee Sitsongrit has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Shinji Tomoguchi.
Sitsongrit struggles to land a body shot inside as Tomoguchi controls his hands.
Sitsongrit tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tomoguchi tries to work over Sitsongrit's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Tomoguchi throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Sitsongrits head.
Tomoguchi takes a shot to the head.
A hook to the body from Sitsongrit.
Tomoguchi lands a hook to the side of the head.
Both guys are working to get underhooks. #TD2#
Tomoguchi pulls guard successfully.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tomoguchi being controlled here, momentarily. #T4#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Sitsongrit trying to control the position from guard on top but Tomoguchi is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SU#
Sitsongrit stands and steps away. Tomoguchi gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Tomoguchi misses with a body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Kongthoranee Sitsongrit dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Tomoguchi slips under a jab from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit throws a shot from downtown. Tomoguchi moves away and avoids it.
Tomoguchi misses with a looping right.
Tomoguchi misses with a few strikes there.
Tomoguchi changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Shinji Tomoguchi seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Sitsongrit scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Sitsongrit fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Tomoguchi is out of range.
A nice leg kick from Sitsongrit, right into the meat of the thigh.
Tomoguchi blocks the body kick.
Tomoguchi bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Sitsongrit's head.
Tomoguchi uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Sitsongrit has time to react.
Sitsongrit throws a nice outside leg kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sitsongrit. Tomoguchi does a little dance to reset his feet.
Sitsongrit throws the left hand but Tomoguchi avoids the punch easily.
Tomoguchi looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Nice straight punches there by Tomoguchi. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Tomoguchi.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sitsongrit with a jab.
Tomoguchi tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sitsongrit was well out of range. Poor timing from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi thows a left - swing and a miss!
Tomoguchi throws a body punch but Sitsongrit moves out of range.
An attempted straight right counter from Sitsongrit misses the target.#CL#
Sitsongrit gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Sitsongrit can't find room to land a body shot as Tomoguchi controls the action.
#T1#
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Sitsongrit misses with a punch to the body.
Sitsongrit lands with a left to the head.
Tomoguchi misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tomoguchi tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Tomoguchi misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A short right from Sitsongrit on the inside.
Sitsongrit lands a body shot.
Sitsongrit tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tomoguchi tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Sitsongrit's elbow.
Tomoguchi struggles to land a body shot inside as Sitsongrit controls his hands.
Tomoguchi is trying to stall.
Tomoguchi tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Sitsongrit misses with a hook from the clinch.
Sitsongrit throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Tomoguchis head.
Tomoguchi is trying to stall.
Tomoguchi throws a head punch that misses.
Tomoguchi swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Sitsongrit is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tomoguchi can do to turn this around?
Sitsongrit takes a shot to the head. #T2#
Sitsongrit works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Sitsongrit lands a shot to the body.
Sitsongrit lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Sitsongrit scores with a hook to the body.
Sitsongrit misses with a punch to the body.
Kongthoranee Sitsongrit has scored more points in the clinch so far.
A nice left hand lands by Sitsongrit.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A short uppercut from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit tries to throw a body punch but Tomoguchi avoids it by throwing Sitsongrit back against the cage.
Sitsongrit fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Sitsongrit misses with a punch to the body.
Tomoguchi working aggressively here.
Shinji Tomoguchi has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Tomoguchi throws a punch but it's blocked by Sitsongrit.
Tomoguchi swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Sitsongrit stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Sitsongrit swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Sitsongrit can't find room to land a body shot as Tomoguchi controls the action.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Sitsongrit fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tomoguchi tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Sitsongrit smiles and moves away.
Sitsongrit lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.#T3#
Sitsongrit blocks a jab.
Sitsongrit ducks under a wild hook from Tomoguchi.
A telegraphed right hand from Sitsongrit misses the target.
A punch lands to the side of Tomoguchi 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Tomoguchi moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Tomoguchi lands a nice shot that snaps Sitsongrit's head back.
Tomoguchi is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Sitsongrit with the inside leg kick.
Sitsongrit throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Tomoguchi moves out of range as Sitsongrit strikes.
A nice leg kick from Sitsongrit, right into the meat of the thigh.
Sitsongrit looks to land a left hand but Tomoguchi moved out of range nicely.
Tomoguchi steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Sitsongrit.
Tomoguchi uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit cracks Tomoguchi with an open hand slap.
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!
Tomoguchi ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Sitsongrit does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Sitsongrit keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Sitsongrit defending well as Tomoguchi loads up on a big left hand. #T4#
Sitsongrit throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A swing and a miss from Tomoguchi.
Sitsongrit bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Sitsongrit takes a swing at Tomoguchi's ribcage but misses.
Sitsongrit chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Tomoguchi slips under a jab from Sitsongrit.
Kongthoranee Sitsongrit is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Sitsongrit uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi moves out of range of the strikes.
Sitsongrit is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tomoguchi.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Tomoguchi is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
A swing and a miss from Sitsongrit.
Tomoguchi slips under a jab.
Tomoguchi throws a looping overhand right but Sitsongrit ducks down to avoid it.
A telegraphed right hand from Sitsongrit misses the target.
Tomoguchi tries to counter by closing the distance.
Sitsongrit tries to work over Tomoguchi's front leg with a kick but Tomoguchi checks it.
Tomoguchi's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Tomoguchi loads up on a big right hand but Sitsongrit slips the punch.
Tomoguchi jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Sitsongrit fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tomoguchi manages to avoid it.
A countering left hand to the body from Tomoguchi misses.
Sitsongrit slips under a jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Sitsongrit throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Kongthoranee Sitsongrit dominated that second round.
That's time! Sitsongrit's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Sitsongrit takes a jab right on the kisser.
Sitsongrit blocks a jab.
Tomoguchi drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Sitsongrit motions for Tomoguchi to come forward. Sitsongrit throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook. Sitsongrit ducked under it nicely.
An attempted straight right counter from Sitsongrit misses the target.
Sitsongrit ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Sitsongrit uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Sitsongrit throws a shot from downtown. Tomoguchi moves away and avoids it.
Tomoguchi scores with a one two! Sitsongrit had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Sitsongrit scores with a crisp jab that stopped Tomoguchi in his tracks.
Tomoguchi tries to clinch up.
A counter left hand to the body from Sitsongrit misses its target.
Sitsongrit takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Sitsongrit connects with a crisp jab.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#CL2#
Tomoguchi moves into range and clinches up with Sitsongrit.
Tomoguchi goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tomoguchi pushes Sitsongrit back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Tomoguchi pressing his opponent against the cage.
Tomoguchi swings wildly with an uppercut but Sitsongrit uses good head movement to avoid it. #T1#
Tomoguchi misses with a short punch on the inside.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Sitsongrit gets through Tomoguchi's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Tomoguchi is stalling here.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tomoguchi tries to work over Sitsongrit's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Sitsongrit smiles and moves away.
Tomoguchi throws a shot from downtown. Sitsongrit moves away and avoids it.#T2#
Sitsongrit slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Sitsongrit throws a leg kick but Tomoguchi moved away.
Tomoguchi swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Tomoguchi throws a big shot that misses.
Tomoguchi throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Tomoguchi misses with a double jab.
Sitsongrit throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Sitsongrit fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Tomoguchi throws a body shot but no joy.
Sitsongrit avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Tomoguchi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sitsongrit connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Sitsongrit jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Decent striking displayed by Sitsongrit there.
Sitsongrit throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sitsongrit scores with a jab to the head.
Sitsongrit scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
A jab from Tomoguchi misses.
Tomoguchi missing with a left hand there. Sitsongrit was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Sitsongrit lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Sitsongrit cracks Tomoguchi with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.#T3#
Sitsongrit bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Sitsongrit slips under a jab from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi tries to bum rush Sitsongrit with a series of wild strikes but Sitsongrit uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Sitsongrit smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Tomoguchi throws a series of punches but Sitsongrit avoids them all with ease.
Tomoguchi misses with a wild body shot.
Tomoguchi takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Tomoguchi missing with a left hand there. Sitsongrit was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Tomoguchi misses with a looping right.
Tomoguchi misses with an uppercut. Sitsongrit saw that one coming.
Sitsongrit jabs at Tomoguchi's body.
Sitsongrit clobbers Tomoguchi with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Sitsongrit lands a nice looking body shot.
Nice body punch from Tomoguchi.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A telegraphed right hand from Tomoguchi misses the target.
Tomoguchi stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Tomoguchi doesn't seem bothered though.
Tomoguchi misses with a wild combination.
Tomoguchi on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.#T4#
Sitsongrit displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tomoguchi throws out the jab.
Sitsongrit bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Tomoguchi's head backwards.
Tomoguchi on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Tomoguchi walks into a left hand.
Tomoguchi throws a predictable looking body shot
and Sitsongrit counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Sitsongrit keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Sitsongrit fires out a quick counter leg kick but Tomoguchi just manages to avoid it.
Sitsongrit uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Tomoguchi loads up on a big right hand but Sitsongrit slips the punch.
Sitsongrit displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tomoguchi throws out the jab.
Tomoguchi takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Sitsongrit uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi just misses with a punch to the body.
Tomoguchi takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Sitsongrit swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Tomoguchi.
Sitsongrit doesn't manage to clinch there - Tomoguchi circles away.
Tomoguchi let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Tomoguchi looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Tomoguchi jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tomoguchi takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Tomoguchi jabbing away but nothing is landing.
And that's the end of the fight!
Kongthoranee Sitsongrit showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Sitsongrit, 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 Yuuki Gou scores the fight 30:27
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 30:27
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kongthoranee Sitsongrit!
A less than humble Kongthoranee Sitsongrit misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities. |
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Event:
DMMA 351 Dewitt v Lovanov
Date: Sep 21, 2024 |
#R1#
Tomoguchi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Adee.
An inside leg kick lands from Adee.
Tomoguchi missing with a left hand there. Adee was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Tomoguchi lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Tomoguchi throws a jab but it's blocked by Adee.
Tomoguchi has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Deathsquad in the buildup to the fight.
Tomoguchi swings for the body but Adee moves out of range.
Tomoguchi moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromAdee.
Tomoguchi throws a poor cross that misses
and Adee counters with a lovely straight right hand!
The fighters circling - Tomoguchi throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Tomoguchi lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Tomoguchi.
A jab from Adee finds it's way through Tomoguchi's defenses.
Adee tries a head kick but it misses.
Adee slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Adee has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tomoguchi takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Nice body punch from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi moves out of range as Adee throws a body kick.
Tomoguchi displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Adee throws out the jab.
Adee staying out of range there.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Adee! But no joy.
Tomoguchi walks into a straight right hand from Adee.
Shinji Tomoguchi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tomoguchi is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Adee.
Tomoguchi looks to throw the jab but Adee is out of range.
Adee doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.#T1#
Tomoguchi jabs Adee right on the nose. Adee blinks but takes it well.
Tomoguchi misses with a wild body shot.
Adee walks into a stiff left hand from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Tomoguchi dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Adee takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Adee scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Tomoguchi bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Adee swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tomoguchi tries to clinch but Adee moves away
and Adee counters with a head kick. That will keep Tomoguchi thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
Adee walks into a straight right hand from Tomoguchi.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tomoguchi swings widly with a right hand
and Adee counters with a nice uppercut.
Tomoguchi looks to score with a jab to the body but Adee is just out of range.
A shot to the liver by Adee. Beautiful body shot.
Tomoguchi scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Adee doesn't seem bothered though.
Tomoguchi tries to bum rush Adee with a series of wild strikes but Adee uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Tomoguchi uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Adee.
Tomoguchi ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Adee moves away.
Tomoguchi misses with a wild body shot. #T2#
Tomoguchi misses with a hook to the body
and Adee counters with a low kick, right behind Tomoguchi 's knee.
Adee staying out of range there.
Adee thinks about the counter body kick.
Tomoguchi is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Adee throws a quick inside leg kick.
An inside leg kick lands from Adee.
Tomoguchi lands with a straight right. Adee didn't see that one coming.
Tomoguchi's corner calls for a 1-2. Tomoguchi obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Tomoguchi moves into range and connects with a jab.
Adee avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
The fighters circling - Adee throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Adee throws out a loose jab but Tomoguchi uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tomoguchi misses with an uppercut
and Adee counters with a good low kick that Tomoguchi was not able to check.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook.
Tomoguchi misses with a wild body shot.
Tomoguchi lands a jab to the nose.
Tomoguchi doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Tomoguchi misses with a wild body shot.
Tomoguchi misses with a right hand
and Adee counters with a straight right hand.
Adee throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Tomoguchi is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.#T3#
Adee just misses with a punch to the body.
Adee scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Tomoguchi doesn't seem bothered though.
Tomoguchi fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Adee manages to avoid it.
Tomoguchi misses with a double jab.
Adee steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi looks to throw the jab but Adee is out of range.
Adee waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tomoguchi.
Adee throws a shot to the body.
Tomoguchi lands an overhand right.
Tomoguchi misses with a shot to the body
and Adee counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Adee throws a hook but Tomoguchi avoids it easily.
Adee scores with a hook to the body. Tomoguchi takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Tomoguchi moves forwards but Adee connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Adee dodges the punch combination from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi moves out of range as Adee throws a body kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Adee slips a straight right by Tomoguchi.
Adee scores with a slapping inside leg kick.#T4#
Tomoguchi ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#CL2#
Adee rushes Tomoguchi and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Adee lands a body shot.
Adee tries to work over Tomoguchi's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Nice body punch from Adee.
A left hand lands to the body for Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tomoguchi scores with a shot to the side of Adee's head.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Adee as Tomoguchi tries to tie him up.
Adee doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Adee misses with the head strike.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook from the clinch. #TD#
Tomoguchi manages to pull guard.
#SUB#
Tomoguchi is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.#SU2#
Adee stands up from Tomoguchi's guard - Adee perhaps looking for a knockout.
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 Shinji Tomoguchi will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Adee uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tomoguchi has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Adee.
Tomoguchi ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A chopping leg kick lands by Adee.
Adee uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tomoguchi.
Adee displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tomoguchi throws out the jab.
Tomoguchi misses the shot to the body.
Adee tries to land a front kick but Tomoguchi steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Adee throws a leg kick but Tomoguchi moved away.
Tomoguchi takes a swing at Adee's ribcage but misses.
Adee dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Arriorus Adee seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Adee misses with a looping right.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tomoguchi moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Tomoguchi looks to land a left hand but Adee moved out of range nicely.
Adee throws a jab but it's blocked by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi just misses with a punch to the body.
Tomoguchi swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Adee moves out of range as Tomoguchi strikes.
Tomoguchi loads up on a big right hand but Adee slips the punch.#T1#
Tomoguchi misses with a hook.
Adee throws a head kick that misses.
Adee tries to score with a low kick but Tomoguchi moves his leg out of the way.
Tomoguchi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Adee scores with a jab to the jaw.
Adee throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Adee throws a wild body kick that Tomoguchi sees coming a mile off.
An attempted straight right counter from Tomoguchi misses the target.
Adee keeps Tomoguchi at a distance using the push kick.
Tomoguchi connects with a crisp jab.
Tomoguchi throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Adee on the side of the head.
Adee slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
A lazy left from Adee finds it's target.
Tomoguchi falls off balance throwing a combination
and Adee counters with a right hand to the body.
Jab by Tomoguchi.
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!
Tomoguchi misses the shot to the body.
Tomoguchi lands with a cross.
Tomoguchi is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
A punch combination from Tomoguchi misses. #T2#
The crowd cheers as Adee lands an impressive looking overhand right. Tomoguchi doesn't seem phased though.
Tomoguchi dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Tomoguchi looks to land a left hand but Adee moved out of range nicely.
Adee thows a body kick. Tomoguchi tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Tomoguchi lands a head shot.
Tomoguchi moves out of range as Adee strikes.
Tomoguchi looks to land a left hand but Adee moved out of range nicely.
Adee fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tomoguchi manages to avoid it.
Tomoguchi throws a shot to the body.
Tomoguchi throws a jab when Adee was well out of range.
Nice defenses there by Adee.
A nice inside leg kick there by Adee. That's going to slow Tomoguchi down.
Tomoguchi uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Adee.
Tomoguchi throws the left hand but Adee avoids the punch easily.
Tomoguchi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tomoguchi fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Adee lands with an overhand left.
Tomoguchi connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Adee's hands.#T3#
A jab from Tomoguchi does it's job there.
Adee misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Adee throws a series of punches but Tomoguchi moves out of range.
Tomoguchi scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Adee doesn't seem bothered though.
Tomoguchi scores with a shot to the body.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Tomoguchi!
Adee tries to land a front kick but Tomoguchi steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Nice defenses there by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tomoguchi scores with a decent looking hook.
Adee throws out a loose jab but Tomoguchi uses good head movement to avoid it.
Adee lands with a shot to the body.
Tomoguchi connects with the punch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tomoguchi thuds his right hand into Adee's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Tomoguchi swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A swing and a miss from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi just misses with a punch to the body.
Tomoguchi looks to throw the jab but Adee is out of range. #T4#
Tomoguchi looks to score with a jab to the body but Adee is just out of range.
A head kick misses from Adee.
Tomoguchi comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Tomoguchi keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Adee.
Tomoguchi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Adee attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Tomoguchi looks to score with a jab to the body but Adee is just out of range.
Adee tries to land a front kick but Tomoguchi steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Adee misses with a hook.
Adee thows a left - swing and a miss!
Adee takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Adee lands a body shot.
Tomoguchi wants to clinch up but Adee keeps it at a distance.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tomoguchi smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Tomoguchi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tomoguchi blocks a jab.
Tomoguchi checks a low kick from Adee.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Shinji Tomoguchi dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Crunch! Adee slams his shin into Tomoguchi's torso.
Tomoguchi scores with a jab.
Adee bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Adee only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Tomoguchi throws an off balance right hand
and Adee cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Adee's jab looks to have found its range, popping Tomoguchi under the eye.
Tomoguchi takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Tomoguchi swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Adee is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Tomoguchi with a body shot.
Adee misses the jab.
Tomoguchi tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Adee ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tomoguchi moves away.
Tomoguchi avoids the head kick by Adee.
Adee loads up on a big right hand but Tomoguchi slips the punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tomoguchi lands with a hook. Adee tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Adee throws the kick towards the body but Tomoguchi avoids it.#CL2#
Adee moves into the clinch successfully.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tomoguchi tries to stall but Adee uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Tomoguchi tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tomoguchi trying to stall but Adee improves his position.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tomoguchi. #T1#
Stalling in the clinch from Tomoguchi.
A short uppercut from Adee.
Tomoguchi lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Adee.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Adee blocks a body shot from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tomoguchi tries a body shot but Adee blocks it.
Adee lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Adee tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tomoguchi's elbow.
Adee scores with a shoulder strike.
A short uppercut from Tomoguchi.
A shot in the inside from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Tomoguchi working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tomoguchi.
Adee has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Adee lands with a right to the head. #T2#
Tomoguchi is trying to maintain a safe position but Adee gets an underhook and turns Tomoguchi into the cage.
Adee tries to throw a body punch but Tomoguchi avoids it by throwing Adee back against the cage.
Tomoguchi swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tomoguchi tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Tomoguchi lands a left hand that snaps the head of Adee backwards.
Adee scores with a shoulder strike.
Tomoguchi fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Tomoguchi goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tomoguchi fails to pull the fight into his guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Shinji Tomoguchi. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Adee throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Adee throws a head punch that misses.
Tomoguchi tries to pull guard but Adee holds him up against the cage and eventually Tomoguchi drops back down to his feet.
Tomoguchi tries to stall but Adee uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Tomoguchi takes a shot to the head.
Tomoguchi fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tomoguchi lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A short right from Adee.
Tomoguchi throws a punch but it's blocked by Adee. #T3#
Tomoguchi stalls.
Tomoguchi tries to stall but Adee uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Tomoguchi lands with a right to the head.
Tomoguchi is struggling to control the position.
Adee lands a nice uppercut.
Tomoguchi jumps guard but Adee turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Tomoguchi tries to stall but Adee uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Arriorus Adee has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A nice left hand lands by Adee.
A short left from Adee.
Adee swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Adee struggles to land a body shot inside as Tomoguchi controls his hands.
Adee throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Good body shot from Adee.
Adee misses with some punches.
Adee prevents a body shot from Tomoguchi. #T4##TD#
Tomoguchi manages to pull guard.
#SU2#
Adee gets to his feet - Tomoguchi follows without any prompting.
Adee misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tomoguchi.
Adee is looking to score with low kicks.
Adee paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tomoguchi avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Tomoguchi throwing a counter right hand but Adee manages to avoid it.
Tomoguchi throws a sloppy body shot
letting Adee counter with a right hand.
Adee misses with a body shot.
Tomoguchi connects with the punch.
Tomoguchi throws a right and a left that both miss.
The fight stays on the outside here - Adee looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Adee walks into a straight right hand from Tomoguchi.
Adee with a nice calf kick.
Adee tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
And that's the end of the fight!
Arriorus Adee comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Tomoguchi has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 29:29
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 29:28
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 29:27
In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Shinji Tomoguchi!
Shinji Tomoguchi bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it. |
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Event:
DMMA 342: Hostile Takeover
Date: Aug 24, 2024 |
#R1#
Tomoguchi's jab looks to have found its range, popping Lightspeed under the eye.
Lightspeed digs a good hook to Tomoguchi's body.
Tomoguchi swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lightspeed punishes Tomoguchi's body with a nice straight punch.
Tomoguchi looks to land a right hand but Lightspeed moved out of range.
Tomoguchi moves out of range as Lightspeed strikes.
Tomoguchi looks to land a left hand but Lightspeed moved out of range nicely.
A slow jab from Tomoguchi misses its intended target.
Lightspeed tries a head kick but it misses.
Lightspeed throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lightspeed misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Shinji Tomoguchi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tomoguchi tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lightspeed was well out of range. Poor timing from Tomoguchi.
Lightspeed connects with a solid leg kick.
Tomoguchi has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Tomoguchi throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Lightspeed.
Tomoguchi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lightspeed.
Lightspeed wants to counter with a clinch but Tomoguchi pushes him away.
Tomoguchi misses the body punch
and Tomoguchi takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tomoguchi takes a swing at Lightspeed's ribcage but misses.
Tomoguchi throws a shot from downtown. Lightspeed moves away and avoids it.
Lightspeed wants to counter with a clinch but Tomoguchi pushes him away.
Tomoguchi swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Lightspeed.
Tomoguchi misses with a straight left.
Tomoguchi sets himself, and Lightspeed steps forward looking for the clinch! Tomoguchi avoids it this time.
Tomoguchi tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lightspeed was well out of range. Poor timing from Tomoguchi.#T1#
Lightspeed ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Tomoguchi throws a body punch but Lightspeed moves out of range.
Tomoguchi sets himself, and Lightspeed steps forward looking for the clinch! Tomoguchi avoids it this time.
A telegraphed right hand from Tomoguchi misses the target.
Tomoguchi lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Tomoguchi scores with the left hand. Lightspeed knows he should have avoided that one.
Tomoguchi swings away with a body shot that misses
and Lightspeed counters with a stiff right hand.
Tomoguchi misses with a jab to the body
and Lightspeed counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Tomoguchi jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Lightspeed has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Nice body punch from Tomoguchi.
Lightspeed pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Good standup being displayed there by Tomoguchi as he connects with a hook.
Tomoguchi tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Tomoguchi misses with a body shot.
Lightspeed looks to land a right hand but Tomoguchi moved out of range.
Lightspeed keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A slow jab from Tomoguchi misses its intended target.
A decent looking cross lands there for Tomoguchi.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lightspeed tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Tomoguchi manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#T2#
Lightspeed uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi misses with a few strikes there.
The fight stays on the outside here - Tomoguchi looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Lightspeed scores with a jab to the body.
A swing and a miss from Tomoguchi.#CL2#
Lightspeed closes the distance and clinches.
Lightspeed swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tomoguchi manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Lightspeed pushes Tomoguchi back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Tomoguchi pushes Lightspeed back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Lightspeed tries to work over Tomoguchi's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Lightspeed misses with a hook from the clinch.
Stalling in the clinch from Tomoguchi.
Lightspeed throws a head punch that misses.
Tomoguchi throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Lightspeeds head.
Tomoguchi is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage. #T3#
Lightspeed can't find room to land a body shot as Tomoguchi controls the action.
Lightspeed lands a nice uppercut.
Lightspeed tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Lightspeed tries to work over Tomoguchi's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Tomoguchi fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Tomoguchi tries to pull guard but Lightspeed won't allow it.
Lightspeed tries to work over Tomoguchi's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Tomoguchi lands an uppercut.
Lightspeed goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Lightspeed misses with a body punch.
Tomoguchi lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Tomoguchi has Lightspeed pressed against the cage.
Tomoguchi jumps guard but Lightspeed stands there with Tomoguchi around his waist. Tomoguchi gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Shinji Tomoguchi. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tomoguchi's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A short right from Lightspeed.
Lightspeed lands a body punch.
Tomoguchi pressing his opponent against the cage.
Tomoguchi blocking some punches.
#T4#
Tomoguchi fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Lightspeed works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Lightspeed lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tomoguchi scores with an uppercut up the middle.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Lightspeed.
Tomoguchi is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Lightspeed tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tomoguchi's elbow.
Lightspeed misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Lightspeed lands a right hand that snaps the head of Tomoguchi backwards.
Lightspeed lands a left hand that snaps the head of Tomoguchi backwards.
Lightspeed struggles to land a body shot inside as Tomoguchi controls his hands.
Tomoguchi lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Lightspeed backwards.
Lightspeed throws a punch but it's blocked by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi stalling in the clinch but Lightspeed improves position.
Lightspeed tries a body shot but Tomoguchi blocks it.
Lightspeed tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tomoguchi jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Lightspeed walks away with a smile on his face. Tomoguchi gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Tomoguchi slips under a jab from Lightspeed.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Arax Lightspeed will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Lightspeed shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Tomoguchi has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Lightspeed throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Lightspeed misses with a wild body shot.
Lightspeed takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Lightspeed throws a lazy right hand but Tomoguchi sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tomoguchi lands a jab to the head.
Tomoguchi looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Lightspeed throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lightspeed just misses with a punch to the body.
Lightspeed throws a body shot but no joy.
Lightspeed ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tomoguchi moves away.
Tomoguchi fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lightspeed manages to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice defenses there by Lightspeed.
Lightspeed looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Tomoguchi connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Tomoguchi dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tomoguchi avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Tomoguchi throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Tomoguchi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lightspeed.
Lightspeed tries to counter by closing the distance.#T1#
Lightspeed blocks a jab.
Tomoguchi swings for the body but Lightspeed moves out of range.
Lightspeed is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
No joy there for Lightspeed, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Lightspeed ducks under a wild hook from Tomoguchi.
Lightspeed lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Lightspeed defending well as Tomoguchi loads up on a big left hand.
Tomoguchi fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lightspeed manages to avoid it.
Tomoguchi throws a hook but Lightspeed blocks it.
Lightspeed takes a swing at Tomoguchi's ribcage but misses.
Tomoguchi ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lightspeed moves away.
Tomoguchi looks to score with a jab to the body but Lightspeed is just out of range.
Tomoguchi lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Lightspeed circles away quickly and effectively.
Tomoguchi slips under a jab from Lightspeed.
Tomoguchi cracks a nice hook into Lightspeed's ribs.
Lightspeed takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Tomoguchi throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Lightspeed is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Tomoguchi swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Lightspeed counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Lightspeed misses with a wild body shot. #T2#
Tomoguchi fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tomoguchi works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Tomoguchi swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lightspeed scores with a decent looking hook.
Lightspeed changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Lightspeed keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tomoguchi misses with a jab to the body
and Lightspeed counters with a nice uppercut.
Lightspeed moves out of range of the strikes.
Tomoguchi throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Lightspeed.
A little jabbing left from Lightspeed on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Shinji Tomoguchi has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Tomoguchi swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Tomoguchi just misses with a punch to the body.
Jab from Tomoguchi.
Lightspeed tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Tomoguchi manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Lightspeed uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Lightspeed lands with a nice body punch.
Tomoguchi throws a predictable looking body shot
and Lightspeed cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Lightspeed throws a body punch but Tomoguchi moves out of range. #T3#
Lightspeed avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Lightspeed looks to land a right hand but Tomoguchi moved out of range.
Lightspeed throws a head kick that misses.
Lightspeed on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Tomoguchi lands with a nice body punch.
Tomoguchi takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Lightspeed takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
A solid body kick from Lightspeed.
Tomoguchi throws an off balance right hand
enabling Lightspeed to counter with a crisp jab.
Tomoguchi uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lightspeed.
Tomoguchi throws the left hand but Lightspeed avoids the punch easily.
Lightspeed tries to clinch but Tomoguchi moves out of range.
A big right from Tomoguchi misses.
Tomoguchi connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Lightspeed's hands.
Tomoguchi lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tomoguchi will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Tomoguchi misses with a body shot.
#T4#
Lightspeed displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tomoguchi throws out the jab.
Lightspeed ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Lightspeed tries to clinch but Tomoguchi moves out of range.
A swing and a miss from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lightspeed tries to counter by closing the distance.
Tomoguchi ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Tomoguchi avoids a kick to the body.
Lightspeed tests Tomoguchi's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Tomoguchi looks to land a left hand but Lightspeed moved out of range nicely.
Tomoguchi swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Lightspeed misses with a straight right. #CL2#
Lightspeed instigates a clinch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nice body punch from Lightspeed.
Lightspeed tries to work over Tomoguchi's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Lightspeed working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Tomoguchi blocks a body shot from Lightspeed.
Tomoguchi looking to slow down the pace here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Shinji Tomoguchi will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Lightspeed scores with a nice head shot.
Shinji Tomoguchi is winning the standup battle so far.
Lightspeed ducks under a wild hook from Tomoguchi.
Lightspeed stuns Tomoguchi with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Lightspeed just misses with a punch to the body.
Tomoguchi will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Lightspeed is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Tomoguchi rather than just go for the knockout.
Tomoguchi throws a looping overhand right but Lightspeed ducks down to avoid it.
Lightspeed throws a sloppy head kick and Tomoguchi moves out of range easily.
Lightspeed digs a good body shot into Tomoguchi's ribs.
Lightspeed slips under a jab from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi misses the shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tomoguchi misses with a wild body shot.
Lightspeed misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
#CL#
Tomoguchi pushes Lightspeed up against the cage in a clinch.
Tomoguchi swings wildly with an uppercut but Lightspeed uses good head movement to avoid it. #TD#
Tomoguchi pulls guard effortlessly. #T1#
Lightspeed looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lightspeed is looking to stand up but Tomoguchi won't let him. #SUB#
Tomoguchi working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Lightspeed doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Lightspeed manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Tomoguchi keeping moving, preventing Lightspeed from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Lightspeed content to sit in guard, stalling... Great. Oh but he could get punished here because Tomoguchi has locked up a guillotine! Tomoguchi's face is contorted as he sqeezes tight on the submission attempt - will he finish? Lightspeed is holding on here and Tomoguchi must be using up a lot of energy. Lightspeed has gone limp! He's out! He's out cold! Tomoguchi gets to his feet, tossing aside his stricken foe. Arms raised, he milks the applause from the crowd. Great submission!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Shinji Tomoguchi!
In his post fight interview, Shinji Tomoguchi started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception. |
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Event:
DMMA 336 Faolin vs Karjalainen
Date: Aug 03, 2024 |
#R1#
Ajuricaba is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tomoguchi.
Ajuricaba avoids a punch combination nicely.
Ajuricaba takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Ajuricaba jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Ajuricaba looks to land a right hand but Tomoguchi moved out of range.
Ajuricaba throws a hook to the side of Tomoguchi's head but Tomoguchi sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Ajuricaba has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Tomoguchi finds it's way round the side to connect with Ajuricaba's head.
Ajuricaba attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Ajuricaba avoids the body shot from Tomoguchi.
Ajuricaba has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Ajuricaba looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Tomoguchi takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Tomoguchi tries to clinch there but Ajuricaba circles away.
Ajuricaba scores with the left hand. Tomoguchi knows he should have avoided that one.
Ajuricaba takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ajuricaba throws a hook to the side of Tomoguchi's head but Tomoguchi sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Ajuricaba misses with a hook.
Tomoguchi is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Ajuricaba with a body shot.
Tomoguchi uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ajuricaba.
Ajuricaba missing with a left hand there. Tomoguchi was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Tomoguchi connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.#T1#
Tomoguchi throws a shot to the body.
We've been informed that Tomoguchi has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Tomoguchi throws a body shot but no joy.
Tomoguchi blocks a jab.
Tomoguchi is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Ajuricaba rather than just go for the knockout.
Tomoguchi looks to land a right hand but Ajuricaba moved out of range.
A combination from Ajuricaba does no damage.
Ajuricaba wants to slow Tomoguchi down by chopping away at his legs.
Ajuricaba takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Tomoguchi scores with a decent looking hook.
Shinji Tomoguchi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ajuricaba rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Tomoguchi moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Ajuricaba is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tomoguchi.
The crowd cheers as Tomoguchi lands an impressive looking overhand right. Ajuricaba doesn't seem phased though.
Ajuricaba throws a lazy right hand but Tomoguchi sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Ajuricaba takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tomoguchi scores with a jab to the body.
Ajuricaba misses with a low kick.
Ajuricaba throws the left hand but Tomoguchi avoids the punch easily.
Ajuricaba is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Tomoguchi scores with a jab to the body.#T2#
Tomoguchi ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
A big left from Ajuricaba misses.
Tomoguchi is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Ajuricaba with a body shot.
Decent striking displayed by Tomoguchi there.
Ajuricaba throws a leg kick but Tomoguchi sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Ajuricaba misses with a hook. Tomoguchi ducked under it nicely.
Tomoguchi connects with a body shot that sends Ajuricaba's belly button to the back.
Tomoguchi throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Ajuricaba.
Ajuricaba misses with a body kick.
Nice body punch from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Ajuricaba loads up on a big right hand but Tomoguchi slips the punch.
Tomoguchi scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Tomoguchi scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Tomoguchi avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Tomoguchi cracks Ajuricaba with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Tomoguchi looks to land a combination but Ajuricaba avoids it well.
Tomoguchi misses with a few strikes there.
Tomoguchi is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Ajuricaba had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Tomoguchi keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tomoguchi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A big right from Ajuricaba misses. #T3#
Tomoguchi misses the shot to the body.
Tomoguchi bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Tomoguchi lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Ajuricaba misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tomoguchi.
Ajuricaba throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Ajuricaba throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#CL2#
Tomoguchi closes the distance and clinches. #TD2#
Tomoguchi gets control of Ajuricaba's arms and successfully pulls guard. Tomoguchi will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Ajuricaba postures up.
#SUB2#
Tomoguchi is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Ajuricaba defends well.#SU#
Tomoguchi is working an open guard so Ajuricaba takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Ajuricaba misses with a hook. Tomoguchi ducked under it nicely. #T4#
Ajuricaba walks into a straight right hand from Tomoguchi.
Ajuricaba paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#CL2#
Tomoguchi moves into the clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ajuricaba misses with a short punch on the inside.
Ajuricaba is trying to pull guard but Tomoguchi has him pressed against the cage.#TD2#
Tomoguchi pulls guard successfully.
Ajuricaba trying to stand up but can't free himself from Tomoguchi's guard.
Tomoguchi not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#SU#
Ajuricaba gets to his feet - Tomoguchi follows without any prompting.
Ajuricaba on the wrong end of a nice hook.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tomoguchi scores with a sloppy right hand. Ajuricaba should have avoided that one.
Tomoguchi checks the leg kick nicely there.
Ajuricaba dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Ajuricaba looks for the body kick but Tomoguchi saw that one coming.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Shinji Tomoguchi dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Tomoguchi scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Ajuricaba doesn't seem bothered though.
Ajuricaba swings for the body but Tomoguchi moves out of range.
Tomoguchi keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
A shot to the liver by Tomoguchi. Beautiful body shot.
A big left from Ajuricaba misses.
Ajuricaba throws a hook but Tomoguchi blocks it.
Tomoguchi dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Tomoguchi tests Ajuricaba's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Danga de danga de dang - Tomoguchi scores with a four punch combination!
Tomoguchi changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Tomoguchi lands with a nice body punch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A low kick lands for Ajuricaba.
Tomoguchi displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Ajuricaba throws out the jab.
Shinji Tomoguchi seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Tomoguchi moves away from the strike by Ajuricaba.
Tomoguchi keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tomoguchi lands with a good body shot.
Tomoguchi scores with a shot to the body.
Tomoguchi lands with a straight right. Ajuricaba didn't see that one coming.#T1#
Ajuricaba uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tomoguchi.
Ajuricaba paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Tomoguchi slips a straight right by Ajuricaba.
Tomoguchi defending well as Ajuricaba loads up on a big left hand.
Tomoguchi throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Tomoguchi lands with a cross.
Tomoguchi with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Ajuricaba walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
A decent looking cross lands there for Ajuricaba.
Ajuricaba connects with a leg kick.
Ajuricaba cracks Tomoguchi with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Tomoguchi misses with the combination.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ajuricaba throws a right hand that Tomoguchi ducks under and follows up with a left that Tomoguchi also avoids with ease.
Ajuricaba ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tomoguchi moves away.
Tomoguchi works the jab nicely.
Ajuricaba looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Tomoguchi connects with a jab.
Ajuricaba lands a slapping body shot.
#T2#
Ajuricaba swings for the body but Tomoguchi moves out of range.
Tomoguchi lands with a shot to the body.
Tomoguchi digs a good hook to Ajuricaba's body.
Tomoguchi dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Ajuricaba avoids a punch combination nicely.
A little feinted left hand from Ajuricaba on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Ajuricaba waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi looks to land a left hand but Ajuricaba moved out of range nicely.
Tomoguchi swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Ajuricaba.
Nice uppercut lands for Tomoguchi. That snapped Ajuricaba's head back.
Tomoguchi throws a body punch but Ajuricaba moves out of range.
Ajuricaba fires out a quick counter leg kick but Tomoguchi just manages to avoid it.
Tomoguchi misses with a straight right.
Ajuricaba dodges the punch combination from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Ajuricaba back to the cage. Tomoguchi follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tomoguchi. Ajuricaba does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ajuricaba keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tomoguchi.#T3#
Tomoguchi ducks under a wild hook from Ajuricaba.
Tomoguchi ducks under a wild hook from Ajuricaba.
Tomoguchi misses with a straight left.
A slow jab from Ajuricaba misses its intended target.
Tomoguchi misses the shot to the body.
Ajuricaba misses with a body shot.
Ajuricaba misses with an uppercut. Tomoguchi saw that one coming.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tomoguchi. Ajuricaba does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ajuricaba takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Tomoguchi feints a jab promting Ajuricaba to slip. Tomoguchi then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Ajuricaba slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Tomoguchi has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Ajuricaba connects with a single shot there.
Ajuricaba takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Ajuricaba throws a hook but Tomoguchi blocks it.
Tomoguchi avoids a punch combination nicely.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tomoguchi loads up on a big right hand but Ajuricaba slips the punch.
An inside leg kick from Ajuricaba misses. #T4#
Ajuricaba throws a lazy right hand but Tomoguchi sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tomoguchi lands with a right hand.
Tomoguchi fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ajuricaba manages to avoid it.
A jab from Tomoguchi finds it's way through Ajuricaba's defenses.
Tomoguchi looks to land a right hand but Ajuricaba moved out of range.
Tomoguchi throws a jab but it's blocked by Ajuricaba.
The fighters circle momentarily. Tomoguchi darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Ajuricaba scores with a jab to the jaw.
Tomoguchi scores with a jab. Ajuricaba acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Ajuricaba misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tomoguchi.
Ajuricaba misses with a wild body shot.
Tomoguchi lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Ajuricaba missing with a left hand there. Tomoguchi was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ajuricaba is looking to land body kicks.
Tomoguchi connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Ajuricaba waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi slips a jab from Ajuricaba.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook. Ajuricaba ducked under it nicely.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Shinji Tomoguchi showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Tomoguchi fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Tomoguchi ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Tomoguchi misses the shot to the body.
Tomoguchi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Ajuricaba feints and then cracks Tomoguchi's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Tomoguchi down.
Ajuricaba thumps Tomoguchi with a low kick.
Ajuricaba throws a body punch but Tomoguchi moves out of range.
Ajuricaba misses with a few strikes there.
Tomoguchi throws a nice looking combination but Ajuricaba bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Ajuricaba jabs Tomoguchi right on the nose. Tomoguchi blinks but takes it well.
Tomoguchi smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Tomoguchi scores with a jab to the body.
Ajuricaba uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tomoguchi.
Ajuricaba throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tomoguchi fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ajuricaba manages to avoid it.
Tomoguchi cracks Ajuricaba with a right hand to the side of the head.
Ajuricaba is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tomoguchi.
Ajuricaba uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tomoguchi.
#T1#
Tomoguchi uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ajuricaba.
Ajuricaba slips a straight right by Tomoguchi.
Ajuricaba is looking to counter punch.
Ajuricaba throws a body shot but no joy.
Ajuricaba misses with a hook. Tomoguchi ducked under it nicely.
Tomoguchi wants to counter with a clinch but Ajuricaba pushes him away.
Tomoguchi throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ajuricaba looks to throw the jab but Tomoguchi is out of range.
Ajuricaba will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Ajuricaba misses with an uppercut. Tomoguchi saw that one coming.
Nice jab there from Tomoguchi.
Ajuricaba misses with an uppercut. Tomoguchi saw that one coming.
Tomoguchi throws a body shot but no joy.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook.
Tomoguchi ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ajuricaba moves away.
Ajuricaba throwing a counter right hand but Tomoguchi manages to avoid it.
Ajuricaba looks to score with a jab to the body but Tomoguchi is just out of range.
Ajuricaba scores with a jab to the body.
A jab from Ajuricaba misses.
A combination from Tomoguchi does no damage.
Tomoguchi scores with a punch to the head.#T2#
A telegraphed right hand from Tomoguchi misses the target.
Ajuricaba just misses with a punch to the body.
A slow jab from Tomoguchi misses its intended target.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ajuricaba tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Tomoguchi is able to avoid easily.
Tomoguchi moves into range and connects with a jab.
Tomoguchi just misses with a punch to the body.
Ajuricaba misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Ajuricaba takes one to the chin there.
Ajuricaba scores with a shot to the body.
Tomoguchi scores with a one two! Ajuricaba had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Ajuricaba misses with a straight left.
Ajuricaba uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Tomoguchi drops his hands momentarily and Ajuricaba takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Tomoguchi takes a swing at Ajuricaba's ribcage but misses.
Ajuricaba tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Tomoguchi fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Ajuricaba looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.#T3#
Ajuricaba fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Tomoguchi connects with a crisp jab.
Tomoguchi misses with a straight right.
A little feinted left hand from Ajuricaba on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Huena Ajuricaba has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Ajuricaba swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tomoguchi throws a right hand that Ajuricaba ducks under and follows up with a left that Ajuricaba also avoids with ease.
Tomoguchi misses with a looping left.
Tomoguchi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tomoguchi slips a jab from Ajuricaba.
Tomoguchi scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Ajuricaba pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Tomoguchi darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Tomoguchi avoids the body shot from Ajuricaba.
Tomoguchi lands a nice looking body shot.
Ajuricaba is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi lands a slapping body shot.
Tomoguchi throws a lazy right hand but Ajuricaba sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tomoguchi with a nice cross.#T4#
Ajuricaba pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Ajuricaba uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi connects with a body shot that sends Ajuricaba's belly button to the back.
Tomoguchi misses with a straight right.
Ajuricaba throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tomoguchi lands the left hand.
Ajuricaba uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Good shot there by Tomoguchi.
Ajuricaba misses with a straight left.
Ajuricaba keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tomoguchi.
Ajuricaba jabbing away but nothing is landing. #CL2#
Tomoguchi takes the fight into the clinch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tomoguchi doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tomoguchi lands a left hand.
Ajuricaba tries to work over Tomoguchi's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Tomoguchi blocks a punch to the side of the head.
And that's the end of the fight!
Shinji Tomoguchi comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Tomoguchi has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 27:30
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 27:30
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Shinji Tomoguchi!
After the fight, Shinji Tomoguchi was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly. |
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Event:
DMMA 328 Kruth vs Enqvist
Date: Jul 06, 2024 |
#R1#
Chandler jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Danga de danga de dang - Chandler scores with a four punch combination!
Chandler misses with a wild combination.
Tomoguchi was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Tomoguchi's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Tomoguchi duly obliges. #TD2#
Chandler darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Chandler thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Tomoguchi's head. #SUB#
Tomoguchi actively working from the bottom here.
Chandler passes to side control.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tomoguchi is trying to control Chandler's posture but Chandler avoids it.
Chandler working the strikes but Tomoguchi uses the opportunity to regain half guard. #T1#
Tomoguchi on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Tomoguchi has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Chandler slips a nice elbow through Tomoguchi's hands, connecting with Tomoguchi's forehead.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Chandler working his ground and pound in the gym.
Chandler takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Chandler landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Chandler with the ground and pound but Tomoguchi uses the opportunity to regain guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tomoguchi avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #SUB#
Chandler got a little sloppy there for a moment and Tomoguchi has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Chandler has managed to get both his arms back between Tomoguchi's legs - danger averted.
Chandler lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Chandler with a nice head shot there.
Chandler trying to control but Tomoguchi is working from the bottom.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Chandler accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #T2#
Chandler is looking to work some ground and pound but Tomoguchi has wrist control.
Chandler throwing strikes but missing.
Chandler landing with the ground and pound.
Chandler must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Chandler's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Tomoguchi is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Chandler is aware though and is defending well.
Chandler scoring with punches to the head and body.
Chandler working some strikes from top position.#SUB#
Chandler got a little sloppy there for a moment and Tomoguchi has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Chandler has managed to get both his arms back between Tomoguchi's legs - danger averted.
Chandler is in close to Tomoguchi's body, working some short punches and elbows.#T3##SUB#
Tomoguchi is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Chandler trying to move into half guard but instead Tomoguchi has managed to sweep!#REVR#
Chandler managing to control the position.
Chandler wants to sweep here but Tomoguchi controlling him for the moment.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Chandler is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Chandler postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #T4##SUB#
Tomoguchi has his foot on Chandler's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Chandler works his way back into a safe position though.
Chandler is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Tomoguchi preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Chandler working some strikes from top position.
Chandler looking to sit in guard and control but Tomoguchi gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Tomoguchi preventing the sweep.
Tomoguchi trying to control but Chandler is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Tomoguchi drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Tomoguchi jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Joey Chandler dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2##TD2#
Chandler gets a takedown into half guard.
Chandler 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.
Chandler with the ground and pound but Tomoguchi uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Chandler keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Tomoguchi's head.#SUB#
Tomoguchi working for a triangle but Chandler defends it easily.
Chandler chips away with some ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tomoguchi wants to sweep here but Chandler controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Tomoguchi looking for a guillotine here but Chandler defends easily.
#T1#
Chandler loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Chandler trying to control but Tomoguchi is working from the bottom.
Chandler stands up over Tomoguchi, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Chandler trying to control but Tomoguchi is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Tomoguchi working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Chandler doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Chandler manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Tomoguchi has his foot on Chandler's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Chandler works his way back into a safe position though.
Joey Chandler has got the better of the ground game so far.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB#
Tomoguchi throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Chandler cracks Tomoguchi with a solid left hand.
Shinji Tomoguchi has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Chandler postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #SUB#
Tomoguchi has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Chandler should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Tomoguchi has tightened it up now! Chandler should have reacted faster there - he's in big trouble and yes, he's tapped out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Shinji Tomoguchi!
Shinji Tomoguchi was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed. |
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Event:
DMMA 319 Kersikov vs Thoupos
Date: Jun 02, 2024 |
#R1#
Amrani fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tomoguchi manages to avoid it.
Tomoguchi throws a lazy uppercut
and Amrani counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Tomoguchi scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Tomoguchi has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Tomoguchi misses with a wild body shot.
Tomoguchi lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Tomoguchi with a nice cross.
Tomoguchi throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Tomoguchi defending well as Amrani loads up on a big left hand.
Tomoguchi misses with a series of wild punches.
Amrani swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Tomoguchi misses with a body shot.
#CL2#
Tomoguchi forces Amrani back against the cage and clinches.
Tomoguchi lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Amrani wants to get back to striking at distance but Tomoguchi won't allow it.
Tomoguchi pressing his opponent against the cage.
Tomoguchi blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Stalling in the clinch from Tomoguchi.
#T1##TD2#
Tomoguchi pulls guard effortlessly.
Amrani sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Tomoguchi's guard.
Amrani seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Amrani tries to stand but his arm is trapped.
Tomoguchi is refusing to be controlled, as Amrani sits in half guard.
Tomoguchi wants to improve his position but Amrani is controlling well.
#T2#
Tomoguchi is staying active underneath Amrani, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Tomoguchi wants to control but Amrani is keeping busy and won't allow it. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Tomoguchi waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Amrani.
Amrani swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Tomoguchi gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Tomoguchi throws a big shot that misses.
Tomoguchi thows a left - swing and a miss!
Tomoguchi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tomoguchi uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Amrani.
Tomoguchi throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Amrani on the side of the head.
Tomoguchi connects with a body shot.
Tomoguchi connects with a body shot that sends Amrani's belly button to the back.#T3#
Tomoguchi ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Amrani moves away.
Amrani slips a jab from Tomoguchi.
Amrani throwing a counter right hand but Tomoguchi manages to avoid it.
Tomoguchi misses with a two punch combination.
Tomoguchi scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Tomoguchi jabs Amrani right on the nose. Amrani blinks but takes it well.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tomoguchi. Amrani does a little dance to reset his feet.
A little feinted left hand from Amrani on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Tomoguchi misses with a looping right.
Amrani pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Amrani takes a shot to the body in his stride.
A swing and a miss from Amrani.
Tomoguchi lands a head shot.
Amrani bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Tomoguchi throws out a loose jab but Amrani uses good head movement to avoid it.
Amrani swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Amrani throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tomoguchi sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A shot to the liver by Tomoguchi. Beautiful body shot.
Tomoguchi swings and misses with a hook to the body.
#T4#
Nice uppercut there from Amrani.#CUT#It looks like Shinji Tomoguchi has been cut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tomoguchi connects with a good right hand that stumbles Amrani. Amrani circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Amrani ducks under a wild hook from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi lands with a nice body punch.
Tomoguchi ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Tomoguchi lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Amrani looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Tomoguchi darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Tomoguchi lands a nice shot that snaps Amrani's head back.
Tomoguchi fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Tomoguchi fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Amrani misses with a looping right.
Amrani avoids the body shot from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Tomoguchi is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Amrani had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Tomoguchi lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Tomoguchi ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Amrani on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Shinji Tomoguchi dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Shinji Tomoguchi's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Tomoguchi lands a slapping body shot.
Amrani avoids the body shot from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Amrani swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Tomoguchi displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Amrani throws out the jab.
Tomoguchi jabs at Amrani's body.
Tomoguchi just misses with a punch to the body.
Tomoguchi lands with a straight right. Amrani didn't see that one coming.
Tomoguchi swings widly with a right hand
and Amrani counters with a nice uppercut.
Tomoguchi dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Tomoguchi slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Tomoguchi tries to bum rush Amrani with a series of wild strikes but Amrani uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Tomoguchi has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Tomoguchi throws a body shot but no joy.
Amrani was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tomoguchi slips under a jab from Amrani.
Amrani throws a body punch but Tomoguchi moves out of range.
Tomoguchi walks into a jab.
Tomoguchi takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#T1#
A punch lands to the side of Amrani 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Nice defenses there by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi looks to land a left hand but Amrani moved out of range nicely.
Tomoguchi tries to clinch up.
Tomoguchi throws a body punch but Amrani moves out of range.
Amrani has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Amrani there as he acknowledges the shot.
A decent looking cross lands there for Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi works Amrani's body with a nice hook.
Tomoguchi lands with a cross.
Tomoguchi misses with a series of wild punches.
Amrani on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Tomoguchi throws an ugly left hook that misses
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Tomoguchi throws a body shot but no joy. #T2#
Amrani ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
An attempted straight right counter from Amrani misses the target.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Amrani displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tomoguchi throws out the jab.
Shinji Tomoguchi seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Amrani turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Amrani throws a jab but it's blocked by Tomoguchi.
Shinji Tomoguchi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Amrani misses with a low kick.
Amrani defending well as Tomoguchi loads up on a big left hand.
Tomoguchi throws a shot to the body.
Tomoguchi bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Amrani's head backwards.
Amrani takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Tomoguchi swings for the body but Amrani moves out of range.
Tomoguchi misses with an uppercut. Amrani saw that one coming.
Amrani appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Tomoguchi throws a body shot but no joy.
A little feinted left hand from Amrani on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Tomoguchi throws a lazy right hand but Amrani sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tomoguchi uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Amrani has time to react.
Tomoguchi scores with a three punch combo!
Tomoguchi lands a slapping body shot.
#T3#
Tomoguchi tries to clinch but Amrani is having none of it.
Amrani swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Amrani moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
A big left from Tomoguchi misses.
A slow jab from Amrani misses its intended target.
Tomoguchi misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
It looked like Amrani wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Tomoguchi lands with an uppercut that bounces Amrani off the cage and back into range.
Amrani takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Amrani blocks a jab.
Tomoguchi throws a series of strikes that have Amrani backpedaling.
Amrani connects with a good right hand that stumbles Tomoguchi. Tomoguchi circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Tomoguchi lands a jab to Amrani's midsection.
Tomoguchi fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Amrani manages to avoid it.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Amrani misses with an uppercut.
Tomoguchi throws a sloppy body shot
and Amrani counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Amrani slips under a jab.#T4#
Tomoguchi throws a body punch but Amrani moves out of range.
Amrani thinks about countering with a head kick.
Tomoguchi looks to land a right hand but Amrani moved out of range.
Amrani appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Tomoguchi fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Amrani looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
A looping hook to the body misses from Amrani. Tomoguchi does a little dance to reset his feet.
Amrani moves away from the strike by Tomoguchi.
Amrani thuds his right hand into Tomoguchi's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Tomoguchi bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Tomoguchi throws a series of punches but Amrani moves out of range.
Nice defenses there by Tomoguchi.
Amrani bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A little feinted left hand from Amrani on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Tomoguchi punishes Amrani's body with a nice straight punch.
Tomoguchi slips a jab from Amrani.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tomoguchi thuds his right hand into Amrani's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Tomoguchi slips under a jab from Amrani.
Amrani fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Shinji Tomoguchi showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Shinji Tomoguchi's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Nice defenses there by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi throws a body shot but no joy.
Amrani blocks a jab.
Tomoguchi tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Amrani was well out of range. Poor timing from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi connects with a single shot there.
Tomoguchi works Amrani's body with a nice hook.
Tomoguchi pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tomoguchi thuds a left hand into Amrani's body.
Tomoguchi throws a jab but it's blocked by Amrani.
Amrani connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Amrani throws the left hand but Tomoguchi avoids the punch easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Amrani throws a hook to the side of Tomoguchi's head but Tomoguchi sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Amrani looks to throw the jab but Tomoguchi is out of range.
Tomoguchi punishes Amrani's body with a nice straight punch.
Amrani uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.#T1#
A big right from Amrani misses.
Amrani keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Amrani appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Amrani uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tomoguchi.
Amrani shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Tomoguchi lands a jab to the nose.
Tomoguchi throws a hook to the side of Amrani's head but Amrani sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Amrani swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Amrani looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Tomoguchi connects with a body shot that sends Amrani's belly button to the back.
Tomoguchi misses the shot to the body.
Tomoguchi bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Amrani defending well as Tomoguchi loads up on a big left hand.
Tomoguchi throws an off balance right hand
and Amrani connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Tomoguchi scores with a jab to the body.
Tomoguchi blocks a jab.
Tomoguchi smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Tomoguchi swings for the body but Amrani moves out of range.
#T2#
Tomoguchi throws the left hand but Amrani avoids the punch easily.
Amrani takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tomoguchi misses with a body shot.
Amrani was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Tomoguchi looks to land a right hand but Amrani moved out of range.
Tomoguchi throws a body punch but Amrani moves out of range.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook.
Tomoguchi throws a left and a right that both miss
and Amrani counters with a straight right hand.
Tomoguchi lands with a cross.
Tomoguchi keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Amrani smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#ROC#Tomoguchi is rocked!
Amrani pounces like a tiger and cracks Tomoguchi with a vicious hook! Tomoguchi is down but not out! Amrani follows up with more strikes forcing the ref to jump in and stop it!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:47 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Khalil Amrani!
Khalil Amrani decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way. |
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Event:
DC 138: Karjalainen v Nagasaki
Date: Mar 10, 2024 |
#R1#
Tomoguchi's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Belly connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Tomoguchi scrambles back to his feet.
Belly loads up on a big right hand but Tomoguchi slips the punch.
Tomoguchi fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.#CL2#
Tomoguchi rushes Belly and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Belly takes a shot to the head.
Tomoguchi lands a right hand.
Belly is trying to force a seperation but Tomoguchi has the dominant position.
Our sources have told us that Belly has been working on his knees in the buildup to the fight.
Belly drops down looking for an ankle pick but Tomoguchi pulls his leg out and moves away.
#CL#
Belly fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Tomoguchi, pushing him back against the cage.
Tomoguchi lands with a light punch inside.
Belly is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Belly can't get the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jello Belly. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tomoguchi will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Belly up against the cage.
Tomoguchi tries to work over Belly's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Tomoguchi stalls.
Belly can't get the takedown.
#TD#
Belly has Tomoguchi pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Belly pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Tomoguchi tumbling to the mat - Belly dives into Tomoguchi's guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Belly trying to control but Tomoguchi is working from the bottom. #T1#
Tomoguchi keeping full guard, as Belly tries to pass. #SUB2#
Belly avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Belly pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Tomoguchi is keeping the position for now.
Belly has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Tomoguchi is proving hard to escape from. #SUB2#
Belly is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Tomoguchi has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Belly is looking to defend but Tomoguchi has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Belly! Tomoguchi pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Belly taps out and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Shinji Tomoguchi!
A less than humble Shinji Tomoguchi misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.
The defeated Jello Belly had this to say: 'I'm hungry'. |
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Event:
DC 133:Beard v Young
Date: Feb 18, 2024 |
#R1#
Tomoguchi scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Mack misses with a low kick.
Tomoguchi lands a jab to the head.
Tomoguchi swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Tomoguchi has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Mack throws a nice looking combination but Tomoguchi bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Tomoguchi scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Tomoguchi lunges at Mack with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Mack's hand.
Mack has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Nice uppercut lands for Tomoguchi. That snapped Mack's head back.
Nice jab there from Mack.
Mack staying out of range there.#CL#
Tomoguchi instigates a clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tomoguchi throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Macks head.
Mack works on Tomoguchi's body with a couple of short punches.
Mack tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tomoguchi's elbow.
Mack working aggressively here.
Tomoguchi is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Mack is keeping busy.
Mack creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Tomoguchi's defenses.
Mack swings wildly with an uppercut but Tomoguchi uses good head movement to avoid it.
Mack throws an elbow that misses.
Mack can't find room to land a body shot as Tomoguchi controls the action.
Mack blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Mack. #T1#
Mack prevents a body shot from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi effectively controlling the action here.
Tomoguchi working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi lands a nice uppercut.
A hook to the body from Tomoguchi.
Mack lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Mack misses with a punch to the body.
Mack misses with a hook from the clinch.
Tomoguchi blocks an uppercut.
Mack misses with a hook from the clinch.
Mack lands a body shot in the clinch.
Tomoguchi misses with a punch on the inside.
Tomoguchi stalling in the clinch but Mack improves position.
Tomoguchi lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Mack backwards.
Tomoguchi taking a breather.
Mack misses with a hook from the clinch.
Mack prevents a body shot from Tomoguchi.
Mack lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Tomoguchi backwards.
Tomoguchi scores with a shoulder strike.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Mack can't find room to land a body shot as Tomoguchi controls the action.
Mack tries to work over Tomoguchi's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T2#
Mack throws a punch but it's blocked by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Mack pushes Tomoguchi back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Mack.
Mack's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A short left from Mack.
Mack struggles to land a body shot inside as Tomoguchi controls his hands.
Mack throws a head punch that misses.
Mack tries to work over Tomoguchi's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A right hook to the body lands for Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi prevents a body shot from Mack.
Tomoguchi controlling the action here for a moment.
Mack creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Tomoguchi blocks a punch to the side of the head.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
A short right from Mack on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mack.
Mack lands a hook that snaps the head of Tomoguchi backwards.
Tomoguchi tries to throw a body punch but Mack avoids it by throwing Tomoguchi back against the cage. #T3#
Mack lands a hook that snaps the head of Tomoguchi backwards.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mack.
Tomoguchi taking a breather.
A head punch on the inside from Mack fails to land.
Tomoguchi lands a hook to the side of the head.
Mack lands a glancing elbow in the clinch. #CUT2#It looks like Shinji Tomoguchi has been cut.
Tomoguchi is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Mack.
Tomoguchi takes an elbow to the temple.
Tomoguchi controlling the action here for a moment.
Mack lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Tomoguchi lands a hook that snaps the head of Mack backwards.
Tomoguchi avoids the elbow strike from Mack, against the cage.
Tomoguchi scores with a hook to the body.
A short uppercut from Tomoguchi.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tomoguchi is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Tomoguchi blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Still in the clinch, Tomoguchi scores with a nice short uppercut.#T4#
Tomoguchi fails to pull guard.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Tomoguchi creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #TD#
Tomoguchi successfully pulls guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Tomoguchi looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Mack passes into half guard.
#SUB#
Tomoguchi looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Tomoguchi actively working from the bottom here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Kain Mack will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Shinji Tomoguchi's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Tomoguchi scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Tomoguchi ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mack moves away.
Tomoguchi takes a swing at Mack's ribcage but misses.
Tomoguchi lands a nice hook to Mack's body. Mack takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook. Mack ducked under it nicely.
Mack scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Tomoguchi throws a shot from downtown. Mack moves away and avoids it.
Mack throws a body kick that misses.
Tomoguchi throws a hook to the side of Mack's head but Mack sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Mack looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Nice cross by Tomoguchi.
Mack lands a body shot.
Tomoguchi bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Mack's head backwards.
Kain Mack is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Mack scores with a jab. Tomoguchi acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Tomoguchi throws a body shot but no joy.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A swing and a miss from Tomoguchi.
It seemed like Mack was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Tomoguchi has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Tomoguchi throws a lazy right hand but Mack sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tomoguchi throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tomoguchi thows a left - swing and a miss!
Mack will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
#T1##CL#
Tomoguchi has taken the fight to the clinch.
Tomoguchi lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Tomoguchi lands a right hand.
Mack throws an elbow but it misses.
Mack creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Tomoguchi lands a nice uppercut.
Tomoguchi works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Mack throws a punch but it's blocked by Tomoguchi.
Mack struggles to land a body shot inside as Tomoguchi controls his hands.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Tomoguchi.
Mack blocks a body shot from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi lands a left hand that snaps the head of Mack backwards.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Mack tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tomoguchi's elbow.
A right hook to the body lands for Mack.
Tomoguchi goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tomoguchi is looking to control Mack's arms but Mack gets an underhook and turns him. Now Tomoguchi has his back to the cage.
Shinji Tomoguchi has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook from the clinch.
Mack lands a hook that snaps the head of Tomoguchi backwards. #T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mack presses Tomoguchi against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Mack fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Mack prevents a body shot from Tomoguchi.
Mack lands with a light punch inside.
Mack misses with some punches.
Tomoguchi scores with a shot to the side of Mack's head.
Tomoguchi lands a hook that snaps the head of Mack backwards.
Mack can't find room to land a body shot as Tomoguchi controls the action.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Mack.
Mack tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tomoguchi's elbow.
Tomoguchi is trying to pull guard but Mack turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Shinji Tomoguchi has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Mack misses with a punch to the body.
A short uppercut from Mack.
Mack creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Tomoguchi's defenses.
Tomoguchi jumps guard but Mack turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Tomoguchi lands a nice uppercut.
Tomoguchi blocks the elbow strike.
Tomoguchi fails to pull the fight into his guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Shinji Tomoguchi. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Good body shot from Tomoguchi.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tomoguchi.
Mack misses with an elbow strike.
Nice elbow from Mack. #T3#
Tomoguchi can't find room to land a body shot as Mack controls the action.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mack.
A short right from Mack.
Tomoguchi jumps guard but Mack stands there with Tomoguchi around his waist. Tomoguchi gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Mack.
Tomoguchi is trying to stall.
Mack lands an elbow inside that Tomoguchi shrugs off.
Tomoguchi blocks an elbow strike from Mack.
Tomoguchi looking to stall.
Tomoguchi throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Macks head.
A short right from Tomoguchi.
Mack lands with a left to the head.
Tomoguchi working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Tomoguchi is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Mack tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A nice left hand lands by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi working aggressively here.
#T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tomoguchi scores with a nice hook to the head.
Mack doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Mack misses with a short punch on the inside.
Tomoguchi lands an uppercut.
Mack works on Tomoguchi's body with a couple of short punches.
Mack throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Tomoguchi digs a right hand underneath Mack's ribcage. Mack let out a lung full of air as it connected.
A short right from Mack on the inside.
Mack throws a punch but it's blocked by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi tries to pull guard but Mack holds him up against the cage and eventually Tomoguchi drops back down to his feet.
Mack swings wildly with an uppercut but Tomoguchi uses good head movement to avoid it.
Mack lands a nice elbow.
Mack gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Tomoguchi lands with a short head shot on the inside.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A short right from Tomoguchi on the inside.
Mack throws a head punch that misses.
Stalling in the clinch from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi is looking to control Mack's arms but Mack gets an underhook and turns him. Now Tomoguchi has his back to the cage.
Mack throws a punch but it's blocked by Tomoguchi.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Tomoguchi takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
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 Shinji Tomoguchi will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Shinji Tomoguchi's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Tomoguchi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Mack.
Tomoguchi misses with the combination.
Mack was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Mack is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tomoguchi.
Mack fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Tomoguchi looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Tomoguchi tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Mack was well out of range. Poor timing from Tomoguchi.
Mack with the inside leg kick.
Tomoguchi tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Mack misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Mack slips under a jab from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Tomoguchi scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Mack misses with a low kick.
Tomoguchi takes a swing at Mack's ribcage but misses.
Tomoguchi just misses with a punch to the body.
Mack misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi slips under a jab from Mack.
Tomoguchi swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Mack takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mack is looking to slow Tomoguchi down with leg kicks.
Tomoguchi ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mack moves away.#T1#
Tomoguchi tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Tomoguchi cracks Mack with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Shinji Tomoguchi is winning the standup battle so far.
Tomoguchi fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Tomoguchi tests Mack's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Tomoguchi jabs Mack right on the nose. Mack blinks but takes it well.
Tomoguchi wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Tomoguchi moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Mack scores with a nice body kick.
Nice body kick from Mack.
Tomoguchi swings widly with a right hand
and Mack counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mack looks to land a combination but Tomoguchi avoids it well.
Tomoguchi ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Tomoguchi lunges at Mack with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Mack's hand.
Mack avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A slapping leg kick lands for Mack.
Tomoguchi tries to clinch but Mack is having none of it.
Tomoguchi cracks Mack with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.#T2#
Mack misses with a two punch combination.
Mack misses with the combination.
Tomoguchi works Mack's body with a nice hook.
Mack throws a body kick that misses.
Tomoguchi throwing a counter right hand but Mack manages to avoid it.
Tomoguchi looks to land a right hand but Mack moved out of range.
Mack uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tomoguchi.
Mack lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Shinji Tomoguchi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tomoguchi connects with a nice looking jab.
Mack misses with a straight left.
A big left from Mack misses.
Tomoguchi with a jab.
Tomoguchi clobbers Mack with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Tomoguchi just misses with a punch to the body.
Mack jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Mack looks to land a combination but Tomoguchi avoids it well.
Mack keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!#T3#
A left lands for Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi misses with a shot to the body
and Mack counters with a stiff right hand.
Tomoguchi misses with a body shot.
Good standup being displayed there by Mack as he connects with a hook.
Tomoguchi scores with a decent looking hook.
Mack swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Tomoguchi misses with a straight right.
Mack tries to work over Tomoguchi's front leg with a kick but Tomoguchi checks it.
As Mack looks to move away, Tomoguchi throws a big counter combo but Mack just gets out of the way.
Mack loads up on a big right hand but Tomoguchi slips the punch.
A little feinted left hand from Tomoguchi on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Tomoguchi swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tomoguchi misses the jab.
Mack throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Mack throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Mack tries to land a front kick but Tomoguchi steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Tomoguchi tries to clinch but Mack is having none of it.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Mack! But no joy.
Mack doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Mack throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Mack takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A punch combination from Mack misses.
Mack tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Tomoguchi misses with a jab, cross combination.
Mack is looking for the big counter here.
Mack ducks under a wild hook from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi throws a body shot but no joy.
Mack tries a quick counter leg kick but Tomoguchi is wise to it.
Tomoguchi slips under a jab.
Mack looks to score with a jab to the body but Tomoguchi is just out of range.
Mack throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Tomoguchi on the side of the head.
Jab, jab by Tomoguchi - just one landing.
Tomoguchi is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Tomoguchi works Mack's body with a nice hook.
Mack tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Mack on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
A nice combination there by Mack.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tomoguchi fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Mack on the side of the head.
Tomoguchi throws a body shot but no joy.
Mack thuds his right hand into Tomoguchi's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Mack lands a slapping body shot.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Kain Mack.
I think Mack has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge James Glass scores the fight 28:29
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 27:30
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Kain Mack!
Kain Mack seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
DC 121 Babel v Savisto
Date: Jan 07, 2024 |
#R1#
Tomoguchi throws a looping overhand right but Tokugawa ducks down to avoid it.
Tokugawa steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi lands with an uppercut that bounces Tokugawa off the cage and back into range.
Tokugawa tries a head kick but it misses.
Tokugawa avoids the body shot from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Tomoguchi stuns Tokugawa with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Tomoguchi throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Tokugawa uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tomoguchi.
Left hook, right uppercut from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi throws a body shot but no joy.
Tomoguchi wants to clinch.
Tokugawa gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Tomoguchi.
Tokugawa looks to land a right hand but Tomoguchi moved out of range.
Tokugawa looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Tomoguchi stuns Tokugawa with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Nice body punch from Tomoguchi.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tokugawa fails with an attempt to clinch.
Tomoguchi misses with a straight right. #T1#
Tokugawa throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tomoguchi just misses with a punch to the body.
Tomoguchi dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Tomoguchi scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Tokugawa ducks under a wild hook from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Tokugawa ducks under a wild hook from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tokugawa.
Tokugawa half committed to a counter leg kick.
Nice shot by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi loads up on a big right hand but Tokugawa slips the punch.
Tokugawa digs a good body shot into Tomoguchi's ribs.
A left lands for Tomoguchi.#TD#
Tokugawa manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Tomoguchi on his heels. He'll look to pass Tomoguchi's guard now, I'm sure.
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!
Tokugawa throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Tomoguchi works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Tokugawa wants to control from the top but Tomoguchi keeps moving. #SUB2#
Tomoguchi has his foot on Tokugawa's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Tokugawa works his way back into a safe position though.#T2#
Tokugawa throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Tomoguchi works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #SUB2#
Tomoguchi is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Tokugawa is aware though and is defending well.
Tokugawa throwing strikes from guard but Tomoguchi blocks nicely.
Tomoguchi avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Tokugawa connects with a couple of short punches.
Tokugawa stands up over Tomoguchi, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Tokugawa knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Tomoguchi on the ground.
Tokugawa missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Tokugawa trying to control but Tomoguchi is working from the bottom.
Tokugawa throwing strikes from guard but Tomoguchi blocks nicely.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Tokugawa lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Tokugawa works over Tomoguchi with some ground and pound from guard.
Tokugawa stands up over Tomoguchi, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Tokugawa throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #SUB2#
Tomoguchi is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Tokugawa defends well.
Tokugawa has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Tomoguchi keeping moving, preventing Tokugawa from controlling successfully.
Tokugawa chips away with some ground and pound.#T4#
Tokugawa in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Tokugawa trying to control but Tomoguchi is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Tomoguchi escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Tokugawa gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Tokugawa keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Tomoguchi's head.
Tokugawa with a nice head shot there.
Tokugawa throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Tomoguchi works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Tomoguchi preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Tokugawa wants to control from the top but Tomoguchi keeps moving.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Shinji Tomoguchi dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Tomoguchi is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Tokugawa half committed to a counter leg kick.
Tomoguchi lands a really nice looking cross but Tokugawa seems unphased.
Tokugawa uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tomoguchi.
Tokugawa keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tokugawa bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Tomoguchi scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Tokugawa delivers a nice body kick.
Tomoguchi ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tokugawa moves away.
Tokugawa seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Tomoguchi uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tokugawa.
Tomoguchi keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tokugawa.
Tomoguchi lands with a nice combination. Tokugawa backs away looking to recover.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tomoguchi looks to land a left hand but Tokugawa moved out of range nicely.
Tomoguchi just misses with a punch to the body.
Tokugawa keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A slow jab from Tomoguchi misses its intended target.
Tomoguchi fails to land with a series of punches.
Tomoguchi throws a shot to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tomoguchi loads up on a big right hand but Tokugawa slips the punch.#T1#
Tomoguchi swings for the body but Tokugawa moves out of range.
Tokugawa throws out a leg kick but Tomoguchi moves out of range and Tokugawa only half commits.
Tomoguchi avoids the head kick by Tokugawa.
Tokugawa slips under a jab.
Tomoguchi lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Tokugawa tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Tomoguchi swivels and escapes.
Tomoguchi throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tokugawa sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Tokugawa uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tomoguchi.
Tokugawa tries to clinch up.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Tokugawa is defended easily by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.#TD#
Tokugawa drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Kenjiro Tokugawa overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Tokugawa working the strikes but Tomoguchi uses the opportunity to regain half guard. #T2#
Tokugawa lands with a punch from half guard. #SUB#
Tokugawa is working for a submission of some sort.
Tomoguchi tries to roll over but Tokugawa keeps him under control.
Tokugawa thows a huge punch but Tomoguchi dodges it nicely.
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!
Tokugawa seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Tokugawa drops an elbow to the side of Tomoguchi's head.
Tokugawa landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #T3#
Tokugawa winds up and cracks Tomoguchi with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Tokugawa lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Tokugawa working the head and body with strikes. #SUB#
Tokugawa is looking for a kimura but Tomoguchi is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Tokugawa to get the leverage.
Tokugawa is just content to waste time from the top position. Tomoguchi takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Tomoguchi keeping moving, preventing Tokugawa from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Tokugawa stands over his opponent and dives in with a flying punch! Tomoguchi throws up his legs and catches Tokugawa in a triangle! Oh this looks tight! Tokugawa tries to escape but he's forced to tap! Wow, fantastic work there by Tomoguchi! That came out of nowhere!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Shinji Tomoguchi!
In his post fight interview, Shinji Tomoguchi started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception. |
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Event:
DC 113: Bong Sik v Beliveau
Date: Dec 10, 2023 |
#R1#
Tomoguchi walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Tomoguchi lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Tomoguchi misses with a two punch combination.
Tomoguchi blocks a head kick by Momoji.
Momoji feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Tomoguchis jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Momoji misses with a looping left.
Tomoguchi has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Deathsquad in the buildup to the fight.
Momoji fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tomoguchi manages to avoid it.
Momoji takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Tomoguchi throws a looping overhand right but Momoji ducks down to avoid it.
A telegraphed right hand from Momoji misses the target.
Tomoguchi cracks Momoji with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Momoji lands a jab to the head.
Tomoguchi cracks Momoji with an open hand slap.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tomoguchi ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Momoji throws a shot to the body.
Momoji looks to throw the jab but Tomoguchi is out of range.
Momoji fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Tomoguchi checks it well.
Tomoguchi swinging wildly here.
Tomoguchi scores with a jab to the jaw.
The fighters circling - Tomoguchi throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Momoji slips a jab and a cross from Tomoguchi.
Momoji swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T1#
A big left from Tomoguchi misses.
Tomoguchi tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Momoji was well out of range. Poor timing from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Momoji scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Momoji throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A little feinted left hand from Tomoguchi on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Momoji uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Momoji lands the left hand.
Tomoguchi misses the jab.
Shinji Tomoguchi is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Tomoguchi on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Momoji scores with a sloppy right hand. Tomoguchi should have avoided that one.
Momoji cracks Tomoguchi with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Tomoguchi misses with a body shot.
Tomoguchi moves out of range as Momoji strikes.
Tomoguchi slips a straight right by Momoji.
A right-left combo lands from Tomoguchi.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A jab from Tomoguchi misses.
Momoji with the counter takedown but Tomoguchi avoids it easily.
A jab from Tomoguchi misses.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Momoji has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Momoji stuns Tomoguchi with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Tomoguchi clobbers Momoji with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Tomoguchi blocks a jab.
Tomoguchi ducks under a wild hook from Momoji.#T2#
Momoji shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Tomoguchi pinned against the cage. Tomoguchi gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
A head kick misses from Momoji.
Tomoguchi connects with a nice looking jab.
A head kick misses from Momoji.
Momoji scores with a hook.
A telegraphed right hand from Tomoguchi misses the target.
Tomoguchi lands an overhand right.
Momoji connects with a body shot that sends Tomoguchi's belly button to the back.
Tomoguchi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Momoji.
Momoji drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Tomoguchi defends it well.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tomoguchi. Momoji does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tomoguchi swings for the body but Momoji moves out of range.
Momoji tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Tomoguchi throws a hook to the side of Momoji's head but Momoji sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Momoji slips under a jab.
Momoji slips a straight right by Tomoguchi.
A big left from Momoji misses.
A telegraphed right hand from Momoji misses the target.
Momoji drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Momoji throws a hook but Tomoguchi blocks it.#TD2#
Momoji closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. #T3#
Momoji wants to lay and pray for a moment but Tomoguchi keeps working.
Momoji advances to mount.
Momoji controlling the pace for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Momoji lands a heavy elbow.
Momoji working Tomoguchi over with strikes here.
Momoji lands a nice shot to the head.
Tomoguchi has worked his way to half guard, taking advantage of Momoji's lack of action.
#SUB#
Tomoguchi is working on a guillotine. He's managed to get to full guard and he's really squeezing tight! Momoji is tapping! Great win for Tomoguchi!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Shinji Tomoguchi!
After the fight, Shinji Tomoguchi was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly. |
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Event:
DC 92: Makkonen v Cholo
Date: Sep 24, 2023 |
#R1#
Tomoguchi just misses with a punch to the body.
Murray showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Murray throws an overhand right that lands on Tomoguchi's shoulder, as Tomoguchi tries to avoid the shot.
A quick step to the side and Tomoguchi tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
A big left from Tomoguchi misses.
Murray ducks under a wild hook from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi moves out of range of the strikes.
A looping hook to the body misses from Murray. Tomoguchi does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tomoguchi lands a jab.
Tomoguchi has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Tomoguchi staying out of range there.
Tomoguchi blocks a jab.
Murray tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tomoguchi was well out of range. Poor timing from Murray.
Tomoguchi throws the left hand but Murray avoids the punch easily.
Tomoguchi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Murray keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tomoguchi looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Tomoguchi lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Tomoguchi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Murray avoids the body shot from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi looks to score with a jab to the body but Murray is just out of range.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tomoguchi throws the left hand but Murray avoids the punch easily.
Murray misses with a wild body shot.
Tomoguchi takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#T1#
Murray uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Murray has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
A shot to the liver by Tomoguchi. Beautiful body shot.
Tomoguchi lands with a straight right. Murray didn't see that one coming.
Murray throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tomoguchi sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Tomoguchi loads up on a big right hand but Murray slips the punch.
Murray cracks a nice hook into Tomoguchi's ribs.
Murray waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tomoguchi.
Murray ducks under a wild hook from Tomoguchi.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Murray ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Murray punishes Tomoguchi's body with a nice straight punch.
Tomoguchi ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Murray moves away.
Murray just misses with a punch to the body.
Murray lands with a nice body punch.
Murray takes a jab right on the kisser.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Murray scores with the left hand. Tomoguchi knows he should have avoided that one.
Murray connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Tomoguchi momentarily.
Tomoguchi tries to close the distance and clinch up but Murray swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Murray ducks under a wild hook from Tomoguchi.
Murray tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tomoguchi was well out of range. Poor timing from Murray.
A cross from Murray lands.
Tomoguchi is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Murray.
Murray lands with a straight right. Tomoguchi didn't see that one coming.#T2#
A swing and a miss from Murray.
Tomoguchi has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Murray finds it's way round the side to connect with Tomoguchi's head.
Murray displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tomoguchi throws out the jab.
Murray lands with a hook. Tomoguchi tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Murray lands with a cross.
Murray fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tomoguchi manages to avoid it.
Tomoguchi throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A countering left hand to the body from Murray misses.
Tomoguchi scores with the left hand. Murray knows he should have avoided that one.
Tomoguchi on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Murray misses with a body shot.
Tomoguchi keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Murray.
A little feinted left hand from Tomoguchi on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Murray swings for the body but Tomoguchi moves out of range.
Tomoguchi tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Murray was well out of range. Poor timing from Tomoguchi.
Murray connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Tomoguchi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tomoguchi tries to clinch there but Murray circles away.
Tomoguchi tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Murray manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Tomoguchi moves away from the strike by Murray.
Murray keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Murray! But no joy.
Murray waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tomoguchi.
Murray throws a body shot but no joy.
Murray pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A combination from Tomoguchi does no damage. #T3#
Murray tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tomoguchi was well out of range. Poor timing from Murray.
Murray lands a slapping body shot.
Murray is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tomoguchi.
Murray scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Murray swats away the attempt to clinch by Tomoguchi.
Murray throws a lazy right hand but Tomoguchi sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A jab from Murray misses.
Murray is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Tomoguchi had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Tomoguchi lands with an overhand left.
Murray slips a straight right by Tomoguchi.
Murray misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tomoguchi.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Tomoguchi, as that shot connected.
Tomoguchi slips a straight right by Murray.
Tomoguchi went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Tomoguchi lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Tomoguchi.
A jab from Tomoguchi misses.
Tomoguchi uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Murray.
Tomoguchi wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Murray throws a body shot but no joy.
Tomoguchi throws an overhand right that lands on Murray's shoulder, as Murray tries to avoid the shot.
Tomoguchi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tomoguchi bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Murray's head backwards.
Tomoguchi throws a right hand that Murray ducks under and follows up with a left that Murray also avoids with ease.
Murray is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Tomoguchi with a body shot.
Tomoguchi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#T4#
Murray jabs at Tomoguchi's body.
Murray lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Tomoguchi at a distance.
No joy there for Tomoguchi, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Murray lands a jab to Tomoguchi's midsection.
Murray throws a jab but it's blocked by Tomoguchi.
A telegraphed right hand from Murray misses the target.
Murray fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Tomoguchi looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Murray pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Murray takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Murray throws a jab when Tomoguchi was well out of range.#CL#
Tomoguchi moves into the clinch.
Tomoguchi has a couple of punches blocked by Murray.
Murray wants to get back to striking at distance but Tomoguchi won't allow it.
Murray lands a body punch. #BC2#
Murray manages to break the clinch.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook.
Tomoguchi is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Murray.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Tomoguchi connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Murray avoids the body shot from Tomoguchi.
A nice side step and Murray releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Tomoguchi staying out of range there.
Tomoguchi swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Tomoguchi tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Murray was well out of range. Poor timing from Tomoguchi.
Murray misses the jab.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Myles Murray will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Tomoguchi blocks a jab.
Murray takes a swing at Tomoguchi's ribcage but misses.
Tomoguchi throws a right and a left that Murray avoids nicely.
Murray doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Murray swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A telegraphed right hand from Tomoguchi misses the target.
Tomoguchi keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A quick step to the side and Tomoguchi tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Murray on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Murray keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tomoguchi.
Murray looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Murray misses the jab.
A shot to the liver by Murray. Beautiful body shot.
Tomoguchi moves out of range of the strikes.
Tomoguchi misses with an uppercut. Murray saw that one coming.
Murray misses with an uppercut. Tomoguchi saw that one coming.
Murray is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Tomoguchi misses with a body shot.
Murray throws a jab when Tomoguchi was well out of range.
Tomoguchi takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Tomoguchi misses the jab.
Murray swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Tomoguchi ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Murray thows a left - swing and a miss!
Tomoguchi tries to counter by clinching up but Murray breaks away and moves out of range.
Tomoguchi bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Tomoguchi scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.#T1#
Murray misses with a straight left.
Murray misses the shot to the body.
Tomoguchi scores with a nice right hand.
Tomoguchi looks to score with a jab to the body but Murray is just out of range.
A big right from Murray misses.
Murray avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Murray misses the shot to the body.
Tomoguchi is looking to counter punch.
Murray comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Murray throws a hook to the side of Tomoguchi's head but Tomoguchi sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Tomoguchi was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Tomoguchi lands a nice looking body shot.
Murray throws a big shot that misses.
Tomoguchi keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Murray moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Tomoguchi throws a jab but it's blocked by Murray.
Murray fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
A swing and a miss from Tomoguchi.
Murray now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Tomoguchi throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Murray stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Murray looks to score with a jab to the body but Tomoguchi is just out of range.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Murray misses the shot to the body.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook.
Murray misses with a low kick.
Tomoguchi throws a body punch but Murray moves out of range. #T2#
Tomoguchi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Murray.
Tomoguchi swings for the body but Murray moves out of range.
Murray scores with a nice right hand.
No joy there for Murray, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Murray throws an overhand right that lands on Tomoguchi's shoulder, as Tomoguchi tries to avoid the shot.
Tomoguchi scores with the left hand. Murray knows he should have avoided that one.
Murray misses with a wild body shot.
Tomoguchi misses with a straight right.
Tomoguchi ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Murray moves away.
Tomoguchi defending well as Murray loads up on a big left hand.
Tomoguchi swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Shinji Tomoguchi has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Tomoguchi throws a body shot but no joy.
Murray misses with a wild body shot.
As Murray tries to get set, Tomoguchi tries to push him back and clinch up but Murray manages to avoid the attempt.
Tomoguchi throws a body punch but Murray moves out of range.
Tomoguchi throws a looping overhand right but Murray ducks down to avoid it.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Murray! But no joy.
Tomoguchi misses with a body shot.
Myles Murray seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Tomoguchi throws a hook but Murray blocks it.
Tomoguchi doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Tomoguchi throws a series of punches but Murray moves out of range.
Tomoguchi staying out of range there.
Tomoguchi throws an overhand right that lands on Murray's shoulder, as Murray tries to avoid the shot.
Tomoguchi throws a big shot that misses.#T3#
Murray avoids the body shot from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Murray.
Tomoguchi is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Murray chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Murray takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Murray throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tomoguchi swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Murray digs a good body shot into Tomoguchi's ribs.
Nice shot lands for Murray.
Tomoguchi tests Murray's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Murray slips under a jab.
Tomoguchi looks to score with a jab to the body but Murray is just out of range.
Murray connects with a good right hand that stumbles Tomoguchi. Tomoguchi circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Tomoguchi misses with a double jab.
Murray ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tomoguchi moves away.
Tomoguchi went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Tomoguchi on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Murray throws a nice outside leg kick.
Tomoguchi misses with a looping left.
Murray misses with an uppercut. Tomoguchi saw that one coming.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tomoguchi. Murray does a little dance to reset his feet.
Murray bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Murray cracks Tomoguchi with a right hand to the side of the head.#T4#
Tomoguchi throws a hook but Murray avoids it easily.
Tomoguchi walks into a jab.
Tomoguchi misses with a body shot.
Murray scores with a jab.
Murray doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
A nice inside leg kick there by Murray. That's going to slow Tomoguchi down.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook.
A little jabbing left from Murray on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Tomoguchi takes a swing at Murray's ribcage but misses.
Murray misses with a straight left.
Murray throws the left hand but Tomoguchi avoids the punch easily.
Murray scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Tomoguchi misses with a wild body shot.
Tomoguchi cracks Murray with an open hand slap.#CL#
Tomoguchi moves into range and clinches up with Murray.
Tomoguchi lands with a light punch inside.
Tomoguchi tries to pull guard but Murray forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#BC2#
Murray breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Murray cracks Tomoguchi with a right hand to the side of the head.
Tomoguchi walks into a left hand.
Murray slips a straight right by Tomoguchi.
A swing and a miss from Tomoguchi.
Murray throws a looping overhand right but Tomoguchi ducks down to avoid it.
Tomoguchi seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Myles Murray will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Tomoguchi's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Murray lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Tomoguchi tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Murray was well out of range. Poor timing from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Murray was well out of range. Poor timing from Tomoguchi.
Murray defending well as Tomoguchi loads up on a big left hand.
Tomoguchi slips under a jab.
Tomoguchi lands a slapping body shot.
Murray slips a straight right by Tomoguchi.
Murray waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tomoguchi.
Murray is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tomoguchi.
Murray jabs at Tomoguchi's body.
Murray throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tomoguchi misses the jab.
Tomoguchi bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Tomoguchi gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Murray.
Murray moves out of range of the strikes.
Tomoguchi lands a head shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tomoguchi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tomoguchi swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Murray avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Murray avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Murray works Tomoguchi's body with a nice hook.
Tomoguchi just misses with a punch to the body.
#T1#
Nice defenses there by Tomoguchi.
Murray comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Murray lunges at Tomoguchi with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Tomoguchi's hand.
Tomoguchi misses with a straight right.
Tomoguchi looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Tomoguchi just misses with a punch to the body.
Murray defending well as Tomoguchi loads up on a big left hand.
Murray lands with a good body shot.
Murray stuns Tomoguchi with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Tomoguchi ducks under a wild hook from Murray.
Nice shot lands for Murray.
Murray fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Murray walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Murray. Tomoguchi shrugs it off though.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Murray lands a nice shot to the body.
Murray waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi misses the jab.
Murray ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Murray uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tomoguchi.
Murray throws a shot to the body.
Tomoguchi thuds his right hand into Murray's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Murray lands with a good body shot.#T2#
Tomoguchi looks to score with a jab to the body but Murray is just out of range.
A lazy left from Murray finds it's target.
Tomoguchi gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Murray thuds a left hand into Tomoguchi's body.
Murray keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Tomoguchi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Murray digs a good body shot into Tomoguchi's ribs.
Murray keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi takes one to the chin there.
Tomoguchi ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Tomoguchi loads up on a big right hand but Murray slips the punch.
Murray blocks a jab.
Tomoguchi takes a swing at Murray's ribcage but misses.
Murray missing with a left hand there. Tomoguchi was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Tomoguchi with a hook.
Murray bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Tomoguchi takes a swing at Murray's ribcage but misses.
Tomoguchi scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Murray doesn't seem bothered though.
Tomoguchi misses with a wild body shot.
Tomoguchi moves forwards but Murray connects with a nice, crisp jab.#T3#
Murray throws the left hand but Tomoguchi avoids the punch easily.
Tomoguchi misses with a two punch combination.
Tomoguchi looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Murray misses with an attempted mid kick.
Murray scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Tomoguchi doesn't seem bothered though.
A big left from Murray misses.
Murray scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Tomoguchi doesn't seem bothered though.
Murray misses with a hook. Tomoguchi ducked under it nicely.
Murray lands a nice shot to the body.
Murray scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
A jab from Tomoguchi misses.
Good shot there by Murray.
Murray cracks Tomoguchi with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Murray misses with an uppercut. Tomoguchi saw that one coming.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tomoguchi. Murray does a little dance to reset his feet.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A shot to the liver by Murray. Beautiful body shot.
Tomoguchi thows a left - swing and a miss!
Murray lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Tomoguchi takes a body punch but keeps moving.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tomoguchi. Murray does a little dance to reset his feet.#T4#
Tomoguchi gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Murray tests Tomoguchi's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Murray throws a looping overhand right but Tomoguchi ducks down to avoid it.
Tomoguchi gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Tomoguchi throws a right hand that Murray ducks under and follows up with a left that Murray also avoids with ease.
Murray ducks under a wild hook from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Murray can pounce on him.
Murray scores with a jab to the body.
Tomoguchi lands a jab.
Tomoguchi misses with a wild body shot.
Murray looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi lands with an overhand left.
Murray dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Tomoguchi throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Murray.
Tomoguchi takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Murray throws a jab when Tomoguchi was well out of range.
Murray staying out of range there.
Murray looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Murray slips a straight right by Tomoguchi.
And that's the end of the fight!
Myles Murray comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Murray 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 Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight 27:30
Judge Tarja Halkonen scores the fight 27:30
Judge Marco Blurström scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Myles Murray!
Our winner, Myles Murray, 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:
DC 87: Dye v Sitsongrit
Date: Sep 03, 2023 |
#R1#
The fighters circling - Tomoguchi throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #CL#
Murray gets tackled into the cage by Tomoguchi. Tomoguchi maintains the clinch.
Tomoguchi has Murray pressed against the cage.
Tomoguchi is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Tomoguchi stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Tomoguchi seems to have come into the fight with the intention of avoiding any damage in the clinch, rather than actually showing any aggression.
Murray is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.#BC2#
Murray manages to break the clinch.
Shinji Tomoguchi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Murray connects with a crisp jab.
Murray walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Tomoguchi checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Murray slips under a jab.
Murray looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Murray has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Murray takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Murray uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Murray counters with a nice uppercut.
Murray ducks under a wild hook from Tomoguchi.#T1#
Tomoguchi just misses with a punch to the body.
Tomoguchi ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Murray moves away.
Murray throws a hook but Tomoguchi avoids it easily.
Tomoguchi misses with a double jab.
Tomoguchi loads up on a big right hand but Murray slips the punch.
Murray keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tomoguchi.
Murray now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Tomoguchi has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Tomoguchi checks a low kick from Murray.
Tomoguchi throws an off balance right hand
and Murray counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Tomoguchi uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Murray.
Murray throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tomoguchi takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
A big right from Tomoguchi misses.
Tomoguchi works over Murray's head and body with a nice combination.
Tomoguchi throws a lazy uppercut
and Murray counters with a straight right hand.
Tomoguchi ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Murray avoids the body shot from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook to the body
and Murray connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tomoguchi scores with a jab to the body.
Murray keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
#T2#
Tomoguchi comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Tomoguchi misses with an uppercut. Murray saw that one coming.
Murray only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Murray moves away from the strike by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Tomoguchi takes a swing at Murray's ribcage but misses.
Tomoguchi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tomoguchi takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Tomoguchi smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Tomoguchi throws a hook but Murray blocks it.
Tomoguchi throws a hook to the side of Murray's head but Murray sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Murray throws a big shot that misses.
Murray works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
A telegraphed right hand from Tomoguchi misses the target.
Tomoguchi throws a jab but it's blocked by Murray.
Tomoguchi takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Tomoguchi looks to score with a jab to the body but Murray is just out of range.
It seemed like Murray was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Murray takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Tomoguchi throws the left hand but Murray avoids the punch easily.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Murray.
Murray avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T3#
Tomoguchi throws a shot from downtown. Murray moves away and avoids it.
Murray displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tomoguchi throws out the jab.
Murray only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Tomoguchi steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Murray.
Murray moves away from the strike by Tomoguchi.
Murray connects with a crisp jab. #CL#
Tomoguchi instigates a clinch.
Tomoguchi leaning against his opponent.
A left hand lands to the body for Tomoguchi.
Murray blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tomoguchi goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tomoguchi holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Murray is trying to push Tomoguchi away but Tomoguchi has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Tomoguchi lands a hook that snaps the head of Murray backwards.
A head punch on the inside from Tomoguchi fails to land.
Tomoguchi jumps guard but Murray stands there with Tomoguchi around his waist. Tomoguchi gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
#T4#
Tomoguchi tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tomoguchi is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Tomoguchi jumps guard but Murray stands there with Tomoguchi around his waist. Tomoguchi gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Tomoguchi misses with some punches.
Tomoguchi lands an uppercut.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Tomoguchi just leaning against Murray, taking a breather.
Tomoguchi gets a warning from the ref for wasting time.#BC2#
Murray pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Tomoguchi swings for the body but Murray moves out of range.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Murray bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Tomoguchi's head backwards.
Tomoguchi throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Murray counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Tomoguchi throws an overhand right that lands on Murray's shoulder, as Murray tries to avoid the shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Shinji Tomoguchi dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Murray wants to slow Tomoguchi down by chopping away at his legs.
Murray throws a hook but Tomoguchi blocks it.
Tomoguchi looks to score with a jab to the body but Murray is just out of range.
Murray is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tomoguchi.
Murray steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tomoguchi.
Murray lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Tomoguchi at a distance.
Murray throws a good cross that connects.
Tomoguchi falls off balance throwing a combination
and Murray counters with a nice uppercut.
Murray throws a chopping leg kick but Tomoguchi manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Tomoguchi on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Myles Murray seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Tomoguchi ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Tomoguchi misses the body punch
and Murray counters with a nice uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tomoguchi throws a body punch but Murray moves out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Murray! But no joy.
A shot to the liver by Tomoguchi. Beautiful body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tomoguchi. Murray does a little dance to reset his feet.
Murray misses with a hook.
Tomoguchi misses with a body shot.
Murray looks like he wants to counter punch here.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A clash of legs there as Tomoguchi blocks the low kick.
Murray misses with a hook. Tomoguchi ducked under it nicely. #T1#
Murray dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Tomoguchi. That did some damage!#CL#
Murray gets tackled into the cage by Tomoguchi. Tomoguchi maintains the clinch.
Tomoguchi misses with a punch on the inside.
Tomoguchi taking a breather.
Tomoguchi struggles to land a body shot inside as Murray controls his hands.
Tomoguchi is trying to pull guard but Murray turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Tomoguchi has Murray pressed against the cage, preventing Murray from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
A head punch on the inside from Tomoguchi fails to land.
Murray wants to break free but Tomoguchi has control.
Murray letting Tomoguchi take a breather here.
Tomoguchi fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Tomoguchi tries to pull guard but Murray won't allow it.
#T2#
Tomoguchi's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Tomoguchi scores with a hook to the body.
Murray is trying to force a seperation but Tomoguchi has the dominant position.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tomoguchi.
Myles Murray has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Tomoguchi fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tomoguchi lands a hook to the side of the head.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook to the ribs.
Murray blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tomoguchi throws a head punch that misses.
Tomoguchi misses with a short punch on the inside.
Murray tries to break the clinch but Tomoguchi is controlling the position. #T3#
Tomoguchi fails to pull the fight into his guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Shinji Tomoguchi. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Murray is trying to break free.#BC2#
Murray breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Sloppy strikes from Tomoguchi. Those never looked like landing.
Tomoguchi backing away here, and Murray unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Murray scores with a nice strike.
Tomoguchi misses with a looping right.
Tomoguchi throws a sloppy body shot
and Murray cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Tomoguchi rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Murray cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A punch lands to the side of Tomoguchi 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Tomoguchi misses with a wild body shot.
Murray scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Tomoguchi doesn't seem bothered though.
Tomoguchi fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Murray manages to avoid it.
It seemed like Murray was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Murray throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Nice body punch from Murray.
Murray loads up on a big right hand but Tomoguchi slips the punch.
Murray keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Murray scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.#T4#
Tomoguchi rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Murray counters with a straight right hand.
Murray misses with a leg kick.
Murray staying out of range there.
Murray misses with a looping left.
Murray throws a low kick but it's checked well by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi cracks Murray with a right hand to the side of the head.
Murray avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Tomoguchi throws a lazy right hand but Murray sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tomoguchi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Murray.
Tomoguchi pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Murray loads up on a big right hand but Tomoguchi slips the punch.
Murray slips a straight right by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi lands a jab.
Murray getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Tomoguchi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Murray slips under a jab.
Murray throws out a powerful jab.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Myles Murray showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Tomoguchi misses with a looping right.
Tomoguchi throws the left hand but Murray avoids the punch easily.
Tomoguchi cracks Murray with an open hand slap.
Murray slips a jab from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Tomoguchi drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Tomoguchi slips a straight right by Murray.
Tomoguchi swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A jab from Tomoguchi does it's job there.
Tomoguchi clobbers Murray with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Murray throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Murray looks to score with a jab to the body but Tomoguchi is just out of range.
Murray throws a jab but it's blocked by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Tomoguchi scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tomoguchi slips under a jab.
Murray misses with a looping left.
Tomoguchi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Murray appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Murray throws a leg kick but Tomoguchi sees it coming and moves out of range.
Murray misses with a looping right.#T1#
Tomoguchi tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Murray was well out of range. Poor timing from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi misses with an uppercut.
Tomoguchi cracks Murray with a good jab.
Murray's jab looks to have found its range, popping Tomoguchi under the eye.
Tomoguchi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Murray.
Murray circles away from the clinch attempt.
Murray throws out a counter right but Tomoguchi avoids it with no problem.
Tomoguchi swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Murray.
A jab from Murray finds it's way through Tomoguchi's defenses.
Tomoguchi tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Murray paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Murray ducks under a wild hook from Tomoguchi.
Murray lands a leg kick that knocks Tomoguchi off balance momentarily.
Tomoguchi takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Tomoguchi defending well as Murray loads up on a big left hand.
Tomoguchi is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Murray.
Tomoguchi misses with a shot to the body
and Murray connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Tomoguchi takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
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!
Tomoguchi swings for the body but Murray moves out of range.
A little jabbing left from Murray on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Tomoguchi ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#T2#
Murray throws an overhand right that lands on Tomoguchi's shoulder, as Tomoguchi tries to avoid the shot.
Tomoguchi keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Murray.
Tomoguchi slips under a jab from Murray.
Tomoguchi takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Tomoguchi swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook.
Murray thumps Tomoguchi with a low kick.
Murray thows a left - swing and a miss!
Tomoguchi swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tomoguchi looks to land a left hand but Murray moved out of range nicely.
Tomoguchi scores with a punch to the head.
Tomoguchi just misses with a punch to the body.
Murray throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Murray, as that shot connected.
Tomoguchi uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Murray.
Tomoguchi is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
The crowd cheers as Murray lands an impressive looking overhand right. Tomoguchi doesn't seem phased though.
Tomoguchi with a body punch. A glancing blow.
A looping hook to the body misses from Murray. Tomoguchi does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tomoguchi swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#T3#
Tomoguchi throws a hook but Murray avoids it easily.
Murray uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tomoguchi.
Murray fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tomoguchi manages to avoid it.
Tomoguchi on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Tomoguchi lands with a shot to the body.
Tomoguchi lands with a hook. Murray tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Tomoguchi misses with a body shot
and Murray counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Murray slips a jab and a cross from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook
and Murray counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Murray thuds his right hand into Tomoguchi's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Tomoguchi checks a leg kick.
Tomoguchi checks the leg kick nicely there.
Tomoguchi appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Tomoguchi looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Tomoguchi connects with a body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tomoguchi ducks under a wild hook from Murray.
Tomoguchi swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Tomoguchi swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tomoguchi steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Murray.#T4#
Murray ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tomoguchi moves away.
Tomoguchi swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Murray lands a right hook to the body.
Tomoguchi lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Murray staying out of range there.
Murray looks to land a left hand but Tomoguchi moved out of range nicely.
Murray throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tomoguchi misses with a body shot
and Murray counters with a right hand to the body.
The fighters circling - Tomoguchi throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Murray takes one to the side of the head.
Murray takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Tomoguchi misses the shot to the body.
Murray let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Tomoguchi throws a hook but Murray avoids it easily.
Murray appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Murray walks into a jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tomoguchi lands a right hook to the body.
Tomoguchi ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
The fighters circling - Tomoguchi throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Murray moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Tomoguchi lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Murray circles away quickly and effectively.
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 Shinji Tomoguchi.
I think Tomoguchi has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 29:29
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 29:28
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Shinji Tomoguchi!
In his post fight interview, Shinji Tomoguchi started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception. |
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Event:
DC 78 Knightley vs Cartwright
Date: Aug 05, 2023 |
#R1#
Tomoguchi thows a left - swing and a miss!
Lee listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.#CUT#It looks like Shinji Tomoguchi has been cut.
Lee misses with a body kick.
Tomoguchi throws out a counter right but Lee avoids it with no problem.
Tomoguchi takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Tomoguchi looks to score with a jab to the body but Lee is just out of range.
Lee on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Tomoguchi misses with a body shot.
It looked like Lee was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Tomoguchi.
Jab, jab by Lee - just one landing.
A lazy left from Tomoguchi finds it's target.
Tomoguchi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#CL2#
Tomoguchi moves into the clinch.#BC#
Lee breaks the clinch.
Lee throws a series of punches but Tomoguchi moves out of range.
Tomoguchi takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tomoguchi swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Tomoguchi lands with a nice body punch.
Tomoguchi throws a hook but Lee avoids it easily.
Tomoguchi swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tomoguchi is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Lee.
Lee tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #T1#
Lee misses with a head kick.
#CL2#
Tomoguchi instigates a clinch. #BC#
Lee breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Lee tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Tomoguchi manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Tomoguchi closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Tomoguchi, as that shot connected.
Lee moves in looking to clinch but Tomoguchi pushes him off.
Tomoguchi throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Lee stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Tomoguchi misses with a straight right.
Lee takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Tomoguchi lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Lee takes a shot right to the bread basket.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tomoguchi misses with a straight right.
Lee looks to land a combination but Tomoguchi avoids it well. #CL2#
Tomoguchi closes the distance and pushes Lee back into the cage.
Lee blocks a body shot from Tomoguchi.
Lee looking to stall.
Tomoguchi has Lee pressed against the cage, preventing Lee from circling away and getting back to striking at range.#T2#
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Tomoguchi will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Lee up against the cage.
Tomoguchi lands a right hand that snaps the head of Lee backwards.
Lee wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Tomoguchi has him pressed against the cage.
Tomoguchi misses with a body punch.
Lee working hard to break the clinch.
Lee has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Lee looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Lee has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Lee is looking to break free of the clinch but Tomoguchi has double underhooks.
Lee wants to break the clinch but can't.
Tomoguchi softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Tomoguchi lands a left hand that snaps the head of Lee backwards.
Lee pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Tomoguchi lands a hook that snaps the head of Lee backwards.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Lee.
Tomoguchi lands a body shot.
Tomoguchi misses with some punches.
Tomoguchi's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Lee lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Tomoguchi backwards. #T3##BC#
Lee breaks from the clinch.
Tomoguchi scores with a jab.
Tomoguchi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tomoguchi throws a hook but Lee blocks it.
Tomoguchi misses with a looping left.
Lee throws a jab when Tomoguchi was well out of range.
Lee moves out of range of the strikes.
Lee dodges the punch combination from Tomoguchi.
Lee goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
A jab from Lee misses.
Lee takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Tomoguchi scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Tomoguchi ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lee moves away.
Lee thinks about countering with a head kick.
Tomoguchi misses with a looping right.
We've been told by Lee's head coaches at Iron Wolf Private Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Lee displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tomoguchi throws out the jab. #T4#
Tomoguchi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lee.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tomoguchi. Lee does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lee tries to clinch up.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lee pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Lee takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Tomoguchi tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lee was well out of range. Poor timing from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi ducks under a wild hook from Lee.
Tomoguchi fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Good standup being displayed there by Tomoguchi as he connects with a hook.
Lee gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Tomoguchi.
Lee throws a head kick that misses.
Lee takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Tomoguchi is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Lee had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Lee on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#CL#
Lee darts in and clinches Tomoguchi up against the cage.
Lee misses with a hook from the clinch.
Lee blocking some punches.
Tomoguchi lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Tomoguchi working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Tomoguchi has a couple of punches blocked by Lee.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Shinji Tomoguchi dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Shinji Tomoguchi's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Lee takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Shinji Tomoguchi seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Tomoguchi tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lee was well out of range. Poor timing from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi misses with a wild body shot.
Lee throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Tomoguchi stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Lee looks to land a combination but Tomoguchi avoids it well.
Lee is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi defending well as Lee loads up on a big left hand.
Tomoguchi looks to land a combination but Lee avoids it well.
Tomoguchi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tomoguchi connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Tomoguchi lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.#CL2#
Tomoguchi rushes Lee and presses him up against the cage.
Tomoguchi scores with a nice hook to the head.
Tomoguchi tries a body shot but Lee blocks it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tomoguchi lands with a short shot to the head.
Tomoguchi swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tomoguchi prevents Lee from breaking the clinch.
Lee lands a shot to the body.
Tomoguchi controlling the action here for a moment.
#T1#
Tomoguchi lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Lee is trying to push Tomoguchi away but Tomoguchi has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Lee is trying to break the clinch but Tomoguchi has him pressed against the cage.
Lee misses with the head strike.
Tomoguchi slowing the pace effectively.#BC#
Lee breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Tomoguchi has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#CL2#
Lee gets tackled into the cage by Tomoguchi. Tomoguchi maintains the clinch.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Lee pushes off an throws an elbow but Tomoguchi leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Tomoguchi struggles to land a body shot inside as Lee controls his hands.
Tomoguchi digs a right hand underneath Lee's ribcage. Lee let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Lee is trying to push Tomoguchi away but Tomoguchi has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Lee can't break the clinch.
Lee's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Tomoguchi presses Lee against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.#BC#
Lee's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Tomoguchi fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Tomoguchi wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.#T2#
Tomoguchi jabs at Lee's body.
Tomoguchi thows a left - swing and a miss!
Lee misses with a wild combination.
Tomoguchi is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lee misses with an uppercut. Tomoguchi saw that one coming.
Lee takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Lee looks to score with a jab to the body but Tomoguchi is just out of range.
Tomoguchi lands a lovely overhand right.
Tomoguchi connects with a single shot there.
Lee takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Lee pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Tomoguchi will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Tomoguchi tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lee was well out of range. Poor timing from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Tomoguchi feints a jab promting Lee to slip. Tomoguchi then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Lee slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Lee pulls out of a head kick attempt.
#T3#
Tomoguchi just misses with a punch to the body.
A jab from Tomoguchi does it's job there.
Tomoguchi cracks a nice hook into Lee's ribs.
Tomoguchi works Lee's body with a nice hook.
Tomoguchi scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Lee doesn't seem bothered though.
Lee throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi lands a jab to Lee's midsection.
Tomoguchi throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Lee stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Tomoguchi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lee moves in looking to clinch but Tomoguchi pushes him off.
Tomoguchi has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Tomoguchi swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lee throwing a counter right hand but Tomoguchi manages to avoid it.
Tomoguchi swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Lee tries to clinch up but Tomoguchi circles away and keeps his distance.
Tomoguchi throws a hook but Lee blocks it.
Tomoguchi connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tomoguchi lands with a right hand. #T4#
Lee throws a jab when Tomoguchi was well out of range.
Tomoguchi avoids the head kick by Lee.
Tomoguchi moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Lee misses with the combination.
Shinji Tomoguchi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tomoguchi scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Tomoguchi misses with a double jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tomoguchi. Lee does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tomoguchi connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
A left and a right from Tomoguchi both land. Nice combination.
Lee throws a head kick but Tomoguchi moves out of range.
Tomoguchi misses with a wild combination.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tomoguchi keeps the fight on the outside.
Tomoguchi stalks Lee and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Lee's face. Lee staggers backwards, shaken.
Tomoguchi takes a swing at Lee's ribcage but misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Shinji Tomoguchi showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Shinji Tomoguchi's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Lee takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Lee keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tomoguchi.
Lee lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Tomoguchi connects with a body shot.
Lee ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Lee appears to be looking for a big counter.
Tomoguchi missing with a left hand there. Lee was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Tomoguchi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tomoguchi dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Tomoguchi misses with a double jab.
A little feinted left hand from Lee on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Tomoguchi throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Tomoguchi scores with a jab. Lee acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Tomoguchi digs a good body shot into Lee's ribs.
Lee takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Nice shot by Tomoguchi.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lee throws a body punch but Tomoguchi moves out of range.
Lee steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tomoguchi.
Lee uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tomoguchi.
#T1#
Tomoguchi throws a series of punches but Lee moves out of range.
Tomoguchi throws the left hand but Lee avoids the punch easily.
Lee fails in his attempt to clinch.
Tomoguchi pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Lee uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi blocks a low kick nicely.
Tomoguchi throws a hook to the side of Lee's head but Lee sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Tomoguchi takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#CL2#
Tomoguchi has closed the distance and engaged Lee in a clinch.
#BC#
Lee pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Tomoguchi throws a shot from downtown. Lee moves away and avoids it.
Tomoguchi connects with a body shot.
A head kick misses from Lee.
Lee keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi misses the body punch
and Lee counters with a stiff right hand.
Lee is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Lee tries to clinch but Tomoguchi is having none of it. #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!
Tomoguchi scores with a jab to the head.
Lee is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Lee lands a nice looking body shot.
Tomoguchi changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Tomoguchi looks to score with a jab to the body but Lee is just out of range.
Tomoguchi throws a shot from downtown. Lee moves away and avoids it.
Lee moves forwards but Tomoguchi connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Jab from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi wants to clinch up but Lee keeps it at a distance.
Tomoguchi fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lee manages to avoid it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tomoguchi. Lee does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tomoguchi swings for the body but Lee moves out of range.
Lee throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tomoguchi sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Tomoguchi fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lee manages to avoid it.#T3#
Tomoguchi jabs Lee to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Lee throws a head kick that misses.
Tomoguchi throws a hook but Lee avoids it easily.
Tomoguchi waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lee.
Tomoguchi bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Lee wants to clinch up but Tomoguchi keeps it at a distance.
Lee tries to clinch but Tomoguchi is having none of it.
Lee misses with an uppercut. Tomoguchi saw that one coming.
Lee staying out of range there.
Lee gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Lee lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Tomoguchi misses the jab.
Tomoguchi punishes Lee's body with a nice straight punch.
Lee throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Nice body punch from Tomoguchi.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tomoguchi swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T4#
Tomoguchi scores with a jab. Lee acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Tomoguchi scores with a jab.
Tomoguchi misses with a combination
and Lee counters with a right hand to the body.
Tomoguchi scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Tomoguchi digs a good hook to Lee's body.
Tomoguchi fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lee manages to avoid it.
Lee is looking for a counter combo.
Tomoguchi ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lee moves away.
A slow jab from Tomoguchi misses its intended target.
Lee looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Tomoguchi ducks under a wild hook from Lee.
Tomoguchi avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Tomoguchi changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Lee is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi dodges the punch combination from Lee.
Bruce Lee has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The fighters circling - Tomoguchi throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
And that's the end of the fight!
Shinji Tomoguchi comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Tomoguchi has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 27:30
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 27:30
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Shinji Tomoguchi!
Shinji Tomoguchi 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. |
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Event:
DC 68 Licht vs Babel
Date: Jul 09, 2023 |
#R1#
Tomoguchi looks to land a left hand but Piercer moved out of range nicely.
Nice shot by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi throws a hook but Piercer blocks it.
Tomoguchi takes a swing at Piercer's ribcage but misses.
Tomoguchi throws a right hand that misses
enabling Piercer to counter with a crisp jab.
Piercer is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Piercer.
A little feinted left hand from Piercer on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Tomoguchi connects with a single shot there.
A shot to the liver by Tomoguchi. Beautiful body shot.
A telegraphed right hand from Tomoguchi misses the target.
Tomoguchi connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Piercer looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Piercer avoids a punch combination nicely.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tomoguchi thuds a left hand into Piercer's body.
Piercer looks to land a left hand but Tomoguchi moved out of range nicely.
Tomoguchi blocks a head kick by Piercer.
Tomoguchi has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Tomoguchi just misses with a punch to the body.
#T1#
Tomoguchi looks to land a left hand but Piercer moved out of range nicely.
Piercer was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Tomoguchi throws a body shot but no joy.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tomoguchi. Piercer does a little dance to reset his feet.
It looked like Piercer wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Tomoguchi feints a jab promting Piercer to slip. Tomoguchi then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Piercer slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
A combination from Tomoguchi does no damage.
Piercer thuds a left hand into Tomoguchi's body.
Piercer uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tomoguchi.
Piercer scores with a sloppy right hand. Tomoguchi should have avoided that one.
Tomoguchi bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tomoguchi. Piercer does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tomoguchi takes a swing at Piercer's ribcage but misses.
Piercer takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Piercer takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Tomoguchi lands with a shot to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Piercer takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Tomoguchi throws a jab but it's blocked by Piercer.
Piercer is looking to counter with a shot to the body.#T2#
A jab from Tomoguchi finds it's way through Piercer's defenses.
Tomoguchi slips under a jab.
Tomoguchi waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Piercer.
A head kick misses from Piercer.
Piercer throws a head kick that misses.
Tomoguchi throws a hook to the side of Piercer's head but Piercer sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook.
An attempted straight right counter from Piercer misses the target.
Shinji Tomoguchi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Piercer tries to keep at a distance but Tomoguchi has taken the fight into the clinch.
Piercer doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Piercer as Tomoguchi tries to tie him up.
Piercer lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Tomoguchi backwards.
Piercer throws a punch but it's blocked by Tomoguchi.
Piercer lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Piercer lands a left hand.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook to the ribs.
#T3#
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Tomoguchi creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi looking to slow down the pace here.#TD2#
Tomoguchi ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Tomoguchi no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Piercer seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Tomoguchi trying to keep a closed guard but Piercer is proving a slippery customer.
Piercer trying to control the position from guard on top but Tomoguchi is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Piercer slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T4#
Piercer trying to control but Tomoguchi is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Tomoguchi looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Piercer is defending well. Tomoguchi quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Piercer has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Tomoguchi celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Shinji Tomoguchi!
In his post fight interview, Shinji Tomoguchi started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception. |
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Event:
DMMA 203 Vilkas vs Narushima
Date: Jun 11, 2023 |
#R1##CL2#
Tomoguchi has taken the fight to the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Jack.
Jack lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Tomoguchi lands with a light punch inside.
Jack is trying to break the clinch but Tomoguchi has him pressed against the cage.
Nice body punch from Jack.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Jack.
Tomoguchi throws a punch but it's blocked by Jack.
Jack has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Jack lands a body punch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Jack.
Jack has Tomoguchi pushed against the cage.
Tomoguchi is working Jack over against the cage.
A right hook to the body lands for Tomoguchi.
Jack blocks an uppercut.
A shot in the inside from Jack.
Tomoguchi goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook to the ribs.
Jack misses with a short punch on the inside.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tomoguchi lands with a left to the head.
Jack lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Tomoguchi lands a shoulder strike.
Tomoguchi scores with an uppercut up the middle.#T1#
Tomoguchi scores with a shot to the side of Jack's head.
Tomoguchi swings wildly with an uppercut but Jack uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tomoguchi tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook from the clinch.
Tomoguchi tries a body shot but Jack blocks it.
Tomoguchi tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tomoguchi misses with a punch to the body.
Jack lands a left hand that snaps the head of Tomoguchi backwards. #BC#
Jack pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Jack throws a wild body kick that Tomoguchi sees coming a mile off.
Tomoguchi let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Tomoguchi throws a body punch but Jack moves out of range.
A jab from Jack does it's job there.
Jack drops his hands momentarily and Tomoguchi takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #CL2#
Tomoguchi closes the distance and clinches.
Tomoguchi doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Still in the clinch, Tomoguchi scores with a nice short uppercut.
Jack misses with a hook to the ribs.
Jack tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tomoguchi's elbow.
Jack lands a hook that snaps the head of Tomoguchi backwards. #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook from the clinch.
Jack presses Tomoguchi against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Jack lands a body shot.
Jack misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Jack misses with a short punch on the inside.
Jack blocks an uppercut.
Tomoguchi blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tomoguchi tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Jack's elbow.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tomoguchi.
A head punch on the inside from Tomoguchi fails to land.
Jack working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Jack lands a body shot.
Tomoguchi lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Jack backwards.
Jack misses with a punch to the body.
Tomoguchi misses with some punches.
Jack blocks an uppercut.
Tomoguchi doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tomoguchi softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Tomoguchi doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tomoguchi prevents a body shot from Jack. #T3#
Jack misses with a short punch on the inside.
Jack throws a head punch that misses.
Tomoguchi throws a head punch that misses.
Jack working hard to break the clinch.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook from the clinch.
Tomoguchi lands a hook that snaps the head of Jack backwards.
Tomoguchi swings away with an uppercut that misses.
#BC#
Jack escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Tomoguchi uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jack.
Tomoguchi is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Jack with a body shot.
Jack swats away the attempt to clinch by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi looks to land a left hand but Jack moved out of range nicely.
Jack ducks under a wild hook from Tomoguchi.
Jack looks to land a right hand but Tomoguchi moved out of range.
Jack throws a hook but Tomoguchi avoids it easily.
A telegraphed right hand from Jack misses the target.
Tomoguchi misses with a straight right.
Jack was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jack. Tomoguchi does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tomoguchi staying out of range there.
Tomoguchi swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
It looked like Jack wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T4#
Tomoguchi thows a left - swing and a miss!
Jack drops his hands momentarily and Tomoguchi takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Jack getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
An inside leg kick from Jack misses.
Jack closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Jack fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tomoguchi manages to avoid it.
Tomoguchi looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Jack slips a jab and a cross from Tomoguchi.
Jack looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Jack takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Tomoguchi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tomoguchi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jack throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jack throws a body punch but Tomoguchi moves out of range.
Tomoguchi misses with an uppercut. Jack saw that one coming.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#CL2#
Jack gets tackled into the cage by Tomoguchi. Tomoguchi maintains the clinch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Tomoguchi.
A right hook to the body lands for Tomoguchi.
#BC#
Jack breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Tomoguchi tries to clinch but Jack moves out of range.
Jack throwing a counter right hand but Tomoguchi manages to avoid it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Shinji Tomoguchi will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Jack dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Tomoguchi. That did some damage!
Jack throws a nice outside leg kick.
Tomoguchi works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Jack moves out of range as Tomoguchi strikes.
Tomoguchi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tomoguchi listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Jack throws a low kick but it's checked well by Tomoguchi.
Jab, jab by Tomoguchi - just one landing.
Jack is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Jack lands with a nice body kick.
Tomoguchi tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Jack throws a big shot that misses.
Jack keeps the fight on the outside.
Tomoguchi slips a straight right by Jack.
Tomoguchi moves away from the strike by Jack.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jack jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tomoguchi lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Jack at a distance.
Jack swats away the attempt to clinch by Tomoguchi.#T1#
Jack circles away from the clinch attempt.
Jack misses with a looping left.
Tomoguchi lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Tomoguchi throws a right and a left that both miss.
Jack darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Jack lands with an overhand left.
Tomoguchi throws a big shot that misses.
Jack looks to throw the jab but Tomoguchi is out of range.
Shinji Tomoguchi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tomoguchi. Jack does a little dance to reset his feet.
It looked like Jack was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Tomoguchi.
Jack throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Tomoguchi counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Tomoguchi throws the left hand but Jack avoids the punch easily.
Jack lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Tomoguchi backs up against the cage.
Jack dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Tomoguchi. That did some damage!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jack throws out a loose jab but Tomoguchi uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tomoguchi fails with an attempt to clinch.
Jack was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tomoguchi. Jack does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jack lands a two punch combo.
Tomoguchi jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T2#
Jack ducks right into an uppercut from Tomoguchi.
A big left from Jack misses.
Tomoguchi misses with a jab to the body
and Tomoguchi takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Tomoguchi swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Jack misses with a looping right.
Tomoguchi looks to score with a jab to the body but Jack is just out of range.
Jack moves out of range of the strikes.
Tomoguchi keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Jack.
Tomoguchi throws out a loose jab but Jack uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jack takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Jack doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Tomoguchi connects with the punch.
Tomoguchi displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Jack throws out the jab.
That kick from Jack tenderised Tomoguchi's leg. Tomoguchi is trying to keep his angry face on.
Jack uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tomoguchi.
Jack is looking for a counter combo.
Tomoguchi is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Jack avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Jack fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Tomoguchi has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#T3#
Jack takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Tomoguchi digs a good hook to Jack's body.
A shot to the liver by Tomoguchi. Beautiful body shot.
Jack looks for the body kick but Tomoguchi saw that one coming.
Jack cracks Tomoguchi with a right hand to the side of the head.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Jack.
Jack's jab looks to have found its range, popping Tomoguchi under the eye.
Tomoguchi steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Jack.
Jack misses with a hook. Tomoguchi ducked under it nicely.
Tomoguchi takes a swing at Jack's ribcage but misses.
Tomoguchi looks to throw the jab but Jack is out of range.
Jack pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Tomoguchi back to the cage. Jack follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.#CUT#It looks like Shinji Tomoguchi has been cut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tomoguchi throws a body punch but Jack moves out of range.
Jack takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Tomoguchi changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Jack takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Tomoguchi lands a slapping body shot.
Tomoguchi jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
#T4#
Tomoguchi slips a straight right by Jack.
Tomoguchi throws an overhand right that lands on Jack's shoulder, as Jack tries to avoid the shot.
Jack tries a low kick but Tomoguchi avoids it.
A cross from Tomoguchi lands.
Jab from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi ducks under a wild hook from Jack.
Jack throws out a loose jab but Tomoguchi uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jack looks to land a combination but Tomoguchi avoids it well.
Tomoguchi connects with a jab.
Jack loads up on a big right hand but Tomoguchi slips the punch.
Jack lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Tomoguchi scores with a jab to the head.
Jack scores with a kick to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tomoguchi swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tomoguchi tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Jack paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Jack fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Tomoguchi has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Tomoguchi stuns Jack with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Tomoguchi swings and misses with a hook to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Mustang Jack will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Shinji Tomoguchi's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Jack avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Jack looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Tomoguchi misses with a lunging right hand
and Jack makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tomoguchi. Jack does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jack throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tomoguchi doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jack. Tomoguchi does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tomoguchi pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tomoguchi throws a series of punches but Jack moves out of range.
Jack slips under a jab.
Jack tries to land a front kick but Tomoguchi steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Tomoguchi misses the jab.
Tomoguchi tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tomoguchi is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Jack.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook. Jack ducked under it nicely.
Jack chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Tomoguchi is looking to clinch.
Mustang Jack is winning the standup battle so far.
A swing and a miss from Tomoguchi.
Jack swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Jack ducks under a wild hook from Tomoguchi.#T1#
Tomoguchi throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Jack sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Tomoguchi takes a swing at Jack's ribcage but misses.
Tomoguchi throws a body shot but no joy.
Jack blocks a jab.
Tomoguchi loads up on a big right hand but Jack slips the punch.
Tomoguchi looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Jack rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Tomoguchi moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Jack defending well as Tomoguchi loads up on a big left hand.
Tomoguchi lands with a right hand.
The fighters circling - Jack throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Tomoguchi lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Tomoguchi looks to land a right hand but Jack moved out of range.
Tomoguchi connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Jack's hands.
Nice uppercut there from Jack.
Jack lands a slapping body shot.
Jack is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jack moves away from the strike by Tomoguchi.
Jack throws a jab but it's blocked by Tomoguchi. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#T2##BC#
Jack manages to break the clinch.
Tomoguchi swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Tomoguchi scores with a jab to the head.
Tomoguchi tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Jack manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
A clash of legs there as Tomoguchi blocks the low kick.
Jack tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tomoguchi was well out of range. Poor timing from Jack.
Tomoguchi swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Tomoguchi throws a hook but Jack avoids it easily.
Tomoguchi just misses with a punch to the body.
It looked like Jack wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Good exchange - Jack coming out on top.
A shot to the body from Tomoguchi misses
and Jack counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
A slow jab from Tomoguchi misses its intended target.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Tomoguchi.
Jack misses with a double jab.
#CL2#
Tomoguchi instigates a clinch.
Jack lands an uppercut.
Shinji Tomoguchi seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Jack blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#T3#
Tomoguchi misses with the head strike.
Jack misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tomoguchi misses with some punches.
#BC#
Jack pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
A big left from Jack misses.
Jack with a nice calf kick.
A slow jab from Jack misses its intended target.
Tomoguchi misses with a straight left.
Tomoguchi looks to throw the jab but Jack is out of range.
Jack takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Tomoguchi thows a left - swing and a miss!
Tomoguchi misses with a body shot.
Jack takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Tomoguchi needs to keep his hands up - Jack had a free shot at his head there.
Jack throws a hook but Tomoguchi avoids it easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Tomoguchi! But no joy.
Tomoguchi avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Tomoguchi uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Jack.
Tomoguchi looks to land a right hand but Jack moved out of range.#T4#
A big right from Tomoguchi misses.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Jack, as that shot connected.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tomoguchi slips under a jab from Jack.
A lazy left from Tomoguchi finds it's target.
Jack throws the left hand but Tomoguchi avoids the punch easily.
Jack throws a looping overhand right but Tomoguchi ducks down to avoid it.
It seemed like Tomoguchi was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Jack misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tomoguchi.
Jack looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Tomoguchi scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Jack displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tomoguchi throws out the jab.
Jack is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi thuds a left hand into Jack's body.
Tomoguchi wants to clinch up but Jack keeps it at a distance.
Jack tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tomoguchi was well out of range. Poor timing from Jack.
Jack moves away from the strike by Tomoguchi.
Jack avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Jack fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tomoguchi ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
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 Mustang Jack.
I think Jack has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge James Glass scores the fight 29:28
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 29:28
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Mustang Jack! |
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Event:
DMMA 191 Hightower vs Vilkas 2
Date: May 07, 2023 |
#R1#
Lincoln displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tomoguchi throws out the jab.
Lincoln wants to slow Tomoguchi down by chopping away at his legs.
Tomoguchi takes a swing at Lincoln 's ribcage but misses.
Tomoguchi throws a right hand that misses
and Lincoln cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Lincoln lands with a cross.
Lincoln slips under a jab from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi moves in looking to clinch but Lincoln pushes him off.
Tomoguchi throws a big shot that misses.#CL#
Tomoguchi rushes Lincoln and presses him up against the cage.
Tomoguchi softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Tomoguchi tries a body shot but Lincoln blocks it.
A short left from Lincoln .
Tomoguchi prevents a body shot from Lincoln .
Lincoln blocks a body shot from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook from the clinch.
Lincoln struggles to land a body shot inside as Tomoguchi controls his hands.
Lincoln wants to get back to striking at distance but Tomoguchi won't allow it.
Tomoguchi misses with the head strike.
Lincoln swings wildly with an uppercut but Tomoguchi uses good head movement to avoid it.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook from the clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tomoguchi blocking some punches.
#T1#
Tomoguchi misses with a hook to the ribs.
A head punch on the inside from Lincoln fails to land.
Lincoln pushes Tomoguchi back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
A head punch on the inside from Tomoguchi fails to land.
Lincoln misses with a hook from the clinch.
Lincoln lands with a short shot to the head.
A short right from Lincoln on the inside.
Tomoguchi throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Lincoln s head.
Tomoguchi pushes Lincoln back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Tomoguchi has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Lincoln 's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#BC2#
Lincoln 's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL#
Tomoguchi closes the distance and clinches.
Tomoguchi throws a punch but it's blocked by Lincoln .
Lincoln misses with the head strike.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tomoguchi doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Lincoln misses with the head strike.
Lincoln misses with some punches.
Tomoguchi throws a head punch that misses.
Lincoln swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Lincoln goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Lincoln throws a head punch that misses.
Tomoguchi tries to throw a body punch but Lincoln avoids it by throwing Tomoguchi back against the cage.
A body shot lands from Tomoguchi.
#T2##BC2#
Lincoln breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Lincoln tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Tomoguchi was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Lincoln blocks a jab.
Lincoln looks to throw the jab but Tomoguchi is out of range.
Lincoln takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Tomoguchi slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Tomoguchi with a jab.
An inside leg kick lands from Lincoln .
Lincoln scores with a kick to the midsection.
Tomoguchi throws a big shot that misses.
Tomoguchi waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lincoln .
Tomoguchi takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Donk. Lincoln catches Tomoguchi right on the button with a cross.
Tomoguchi scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
The fight stays on the outside here - Tomoguchi looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Lincoln 's jab looks to have found its range, popping Tomoguchi under the eye.
Tomoguchi ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Tomoguchi is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T3#
Tomoguchi jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Nice shot by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi lands with a right hand.
Lincoln wants to land a leg kick but Tomoguchi is out of range.
Lincoln lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Tomoguchi tests Lincoln 's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Tomoguchi scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Lincoln lands with a nice body punch.
Lincoln misses with a wild body shot.
An attempted straight right counter from Tomoguchi misses the target.
Lincoln fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Tomoguchi walks into a stiff left hand from Lincoln .
Tomoguchi dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lincoln avoids the body shot from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi misses with a wild body shot.
Nice defenses there by Lincoln .
Lincoln uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tomoguchi.
Lincoln tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Tomoguchi is able to avoid easily.
Lincoln works the jab nicely.#T4#
Lincoln misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tomoguchi.
Lincoln avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Tomoguchi lands with a hook. Lincoln tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Tomoguchi scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Lincoln comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Lincoln is looking to chop away at Tomoguchi's legs.
A big right from Lincoln misses.
Tomoguchi looks to throw the jab but Lincoln is out of range.
Lincoln flicks out a counter leg kick but Tomoguchi steps away.
Lincoln dodges the punch combination from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi misses with a right hand
and Lincoln counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Shinji Tomoguchi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lincoln pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Tomoguchi appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Tomoguchi ducks under a wild hook from Lincoln .
Lincoln misses with a series of wild punches.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#CL#
Tomoguchi clinches. #BC2#
Lincoln breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Lincoln misses with an uppercut. Tomoguchi saw that one coming.
Lincoln just misses with a punch to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Alexander Lincoln will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Tomoguchi keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lincoln .
Tomoguchi connects with a crisp jab.
Lincoln lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Tomoguchi slips under a jab from Lincoln .
Tomoguchi throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Tomoguchi gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Lincoln .
Lincoln jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Tomoguchi misses with a double jab.
#CL#
Tomoguchi takes the fight into the clinch.
Lincoln lands a hook to the side of the head.
Lincoln makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
A body shot lands from Tomoguchi.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#BC2#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Lincoln breaks the clinch.
Tomoguchi lands with an uppercut that bounces Lincoln off the cage and back into range.#CL#
Tomoguchi closes the distance and clinches.
A short left from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi blocks an uppercut.
Tomoguchi misses with a short punch on the inside.
Lincoln throws a punch but it's blocked by Tomoguchi.
Lincoln blocking some punches.
#T1#
A nice right hand lands inside from Lincoln .
Tomoguchi throws a punch but it's blocked by Lincoln .
Lincoln is trying to break free.#BC2#
Lincoln manages to break the clinch.
Lincoln fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tomoguchi manages to avoid it.
Both fighters circling a little - Lincoln finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Tomoguchi misses with a body shot.
#CL#
Tomoguchi has taken the fight to the clinch.
Tomoguchi stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook from the clinch.
Tomoguchi prevents a body shot from Lincoln . #BC2#
Lincoln breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Tomoguchi scores with a nice head shot.
Lincoln misses with a hook. Tomoguchi ducked under it nicely.
Lincoln slips under a jab from Tomoguchi.
Lincoln pivots, looking for a leg kick but Tomoguchi is out of range and Lincoln settles back down.
Lincoln takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Tomoguchi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lincoln avoids the body shot from Tomoguchi.
Lincoln throws a leg kick but Tomoguchi sees it coming and moves out of range.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lincoln keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
It seemed like Lincoln was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T2#
Lincoln is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tomoguchi.
Lincoln throws a nice outside leg kick.
The fighters circle momentarily. Tomoguchi darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Lincoln swats away the attempt to clinch by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi throws a good cross that connects.
Tomoguchi keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Lincoln tried to score with a low kick but Tomoguchi checks it.
Shinji Tomoguchi has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Lincoln looks to throw the jab but Tomoguchi is out of range.
Lincoln scoring well with a low kick there.
Tomoguchi swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nice cross by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi tries to close the distance and clinch up but Lincoln swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Lincoln misses with a hook. Tomoguchi ducked under it nicely.
Tomoguchi bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Lincoln 's head backwards.
Tomoguchi throws a right hand that misses
and Lincoln counters with a straight right hand.
Tomoguchi misses with a double jab.
Lincoln swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Tomoguchi takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #T3#
Tomoguchi moves out of range as Lincoln throws a body kick.
Lincoln attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Lincoln .
Tomoguchi moves away from the strike by Lincoln .
Tomoguchi throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tomoguchi takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Tomoguchi swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook. Lincoln ducked under it nicely.
The fighters circling - Tomoguchi throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Lincoln keeps the fight on the outside.
Lincoln lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Tomoguchi slips a jab from Lincoln .
Lincoln uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tomoguchi.
Lincoln avoids the body shot from Tomoguchi.
#CL#
Lincoln gets tackled into the cage by Tomoguchi. Tomoguchi maintains the clinch.
Shinji Tomoguchi has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Lincoln swings wildly with an uppercut but Tomoguchi uses good head movement to avoid it.
A head punch on the inside from Lincoln fails to land.
Lincoln swings away with an uppercut that misses.
#T4#
Tomoguchi digs a right hand underneath Lincoln 's ribcage. Lincoln let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Tomoguchi lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lincoln has a couple of punches blocked by Tomoguchi.
A short left from Tomoguchi.
Lincoln prevents a body shot from Tomoguchi.
Lincoln swings wildly with an uppercut but Tomoguchi uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lincoln tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Lincoln tries to throw a body punch but Tomoguchi avoids it by throwing Lincoln back against the cage.
Lincoln lands a nice uppercut.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tomoguchi.
Lincoln working aggressively here.
Tomoguchi blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tomoguchi keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Lincoln 's efforts to push away.
Tomoguchi tries to work over Lincoln 's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A head punch on the inside from Tomoguchi fails to land.
Tomoguchi blocks a body shot from Lincoln .
Lincoln blocks an uppercut.
Lincoln tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Tomoguchi avoids it.
Tomoguchi working some nice short punches in the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Lincoln .
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Alexander Lincoln will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
The crowd cheers as Lincoln lands an impressive looking overhand right. Tomoguchi doesn't seem phased though.
Tomoguchi throws a body punch but Lincoln moves out of range.
Tomoguchi scores with a jab.
Tomoguchi catches Lincoln with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Jab from Lincoln .
Lincoln throws a body punch but Tomoguchi moves out of range.
A counter left hand to the body from Tomoguchi misses its target.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook to the body
and Lincoln counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Tomoguchi lands a body shot.
Tomoguchi connects with a jab.
Lincoln fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tomoguchi manages to avoid it.
Lincoln lands a nice looking body kick.
Tomoguchi throws out a loose jab but Lincoln uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lincoln steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tomoguchi.
A little jabbing left from Lincoln on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tomoguchi takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Lincoln with a nice calf kick.
Tomoguchi looks to throw the jab but Lincoln is out of range.
Lincoln throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
The crowd cheers as Lincoln lands an impressive looking overhand right. Tomoguchi doesn't seem phased though.
Tomoguchi rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Lincoln counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T1#
Lincoln misses the shot to the body.
Tomoguchi was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Tomoguchi tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lincoln was well out of range. Poor timing from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Tomoguchi tries to bum rush Lincoln with a series of wild strikes but Lincoln uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Tomoguchi misses with a body punch
and Lincoln counters with a two punch combo.
No joy there for Tomoguchi, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Alexander Lincoln seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Tomoguchi throws a hook but Lincoln blocks it.
Lincoln dips to his left and cracks Tomoguchi with an uppercut!
Lincoln takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Tomoguchi lands a slapping body shot.
Tomoguchi misses with a jab to the body
enabling Lincoln to counter with a crisp jab.
Tomoguchi lands a nice hook to Lincoln 's body. Lincoln takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lincoln lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Tomoguchi swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Lincoln throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Tomoguchi on the side of the head.
Tomoguchi throws an off balance right hand
and Lincoln counters with a solid body kick.
A big right from Tomoguchi misses.
Lincoln keeps the fight on the outside.
Tomoguchi on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Tomoguchi throws a poor cross that misses
and Lincoln counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Tomoguchi thinking.
Alexander Lincoln is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Tomoguchi uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Lincoln .
Lincoln scores with a leg kick.
Lincoln lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Tomoguchi looks to throw the jab but Lincoln is out of range.
Tomoguchi keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lincoln .
Lincoln lands an overhand right.#CL#
Tomoguchi fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Lincoln , pushing him back against the cage.
Tomoguchi fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tomoguchi looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Tomoguchi working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A nice right hand lands inside from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Lincoln misses with the head strike.
Tomoguchi tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tomoguchi misses with a punch on the inside.
#T3#
Tomoguchi fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook from the clinch.
A short right from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi working aggressively here.
Tomoguchi tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Lincoln misses with the head strike.
Tomoguchi blocks an uppercut.
Lincoln looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Lincoln blocks a body shot from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi scores with a shoulder strike.
Lincoln blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tomoguchi misses with the head strike.
Lincoln throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Tomoguchis head. #T4#
Tomoguchi fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook from the clinch.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook to the ribs.
Good body shot from Tomoguchi.
Lincoln lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Tomoguchi has a couple of punches blocked by Lincoln .
Lincoln blocking some punches.
Lincoln throws a punch but it's blocked by Tomoguchi.
Lincoln prevents a body shot from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi has a couple of punches blocked by Lincoln .
A head punch on the inside from Tomoguchi fails to land.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC2#
Lincoln escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Alexander Lincoln .
I've got Lincoln 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 Chris Edwards scores the fight 28:30
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 28:30
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 29:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Alexander Lincoln !
A victorious Alexander Lincoln thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
DMMA 184 Pinkman vs Bogachev
Date: Apr 12, 2023 |
#R1#
Grachev swats away the attempt to clinch by Tomoguchi.
Grachev will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Tomoguchi slips a jab and a cross from Grachev.
Tomoguchi lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.#CL2#
Tomoguchi gets a clinch.
Tomoguchi tries to throw a body punch but Grachev avoids it by throwing Tomoguchi back against the cage.
Good body shot from Tomoguchi.
Grachev lands with a short punch from the clinch.
#BC#
Grachev breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Tomoguchi misses with an uppercut
and Grachev counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Tomoguchi checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Grachev looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. #CL#
Grachev has closed the distance and engaged Tomoguchi in a clinch.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook from the clinch.
Grachev blocks an uppercut.
Tomoguchi misses with a punch to the body.
Grachev misses with a body punch.
Tomoguchi lands a right hand.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Grachev leaning his opponent against the cage.#BC#
Grachev escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#T1#
Tomoguchi dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A chopping leg kick lands by Grachev.
Tomoguchi thuds a left hand into Grachev's body.
Grachev keeps the fight on the outside.
Tomoguchi throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Tomoguchi misses the shot to the body.
Tomoguchi misses with an uppercut
letting Grachev counter with a right hand.
Tomoguchi cracks Grachev with a good jab.
Grachev lands a nice looking body kick.
Grachev misses the jab.
Tomoguchi looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Grachev throws out a loose jab but Tomoguchi uses good head movement to avoid it.
Grachev delivers a nice body kick.
Grachev thuds a left hand into Tomoguchi's body.
Tomoguchi has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Tomoguchi scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Tomoguchi takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Tomoguchi moves in looking to clinch but Grachev pushes him off.
Grachev cracks Tomoguchi with an open hand slap.
Tomoguchi scores with a nice strike.
Grachev thows a body kick. Tomoguchi tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Tomoguchi tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #T2#
Tomoguchi scores with a nice head shot.
Grachev with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Tomoguchi to score with a decent uppercut.
Grachev's corner calls for a 1-2. Grachev obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Tomoguchi keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Nice defenses there by Grachev.
Grachev throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Grachev fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Tomoguchi is out of range.
Tomoguchi lands a nice looking body shot.
#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Tomoguchi has a couple of punches blocked by Grachev.
A nice right hand lands inside from Tomoguchi.
Grachev blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tomoguchi lands a hook that snaps the head of Grachev backwards.
A nice right hand lands inside from Grachev.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Tomoguchi.
Grachev is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Tomoguchi is keeping busy.
Tomoguchi blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tomoguchi lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Grachev backwards. #T3#
Tomoguchi lands with a light punch inside.
Grachev scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A short right from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A short right from Grachev.
Tomoguchi letting Grachev take a breather here.
Tomoguchi lands a right hand that snaps the head of Grachev backwards.
Tomoguchi tries to work over Grachev's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Tomoguchi working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Tomoguchi fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook to the ribs.
Grachev wants to stall.
Tomoguchi misses with a short punch on the inside.
Grachev tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tomoguchi's elbow.
A right hand to the body from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Grachev doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Grachev doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tomoguchi misses with a body punch.
#T4#
Tomoguchi working aggressively here.
A right handed body shot lands from Tomoguchi.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tomoguchi lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Tomoguchi has a couple of punches blocked by Grachev.
Tomoguchi throws a head punch that misses.
Tomoguchi takes a shot to the head.
Grachev swings wildly with an uppercut but Tomoguchi uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tomoguchi lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Tomoguchi fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Grachev takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Tomoguchi blocks an uppercut.
Grachev swings wildly with an uppercut but Tomoguchi uses good head movement to avoid it.
Grachev leaning his opponent against the cage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A shot in the inside from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi is leaning against Grachev and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Grachev goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Shinji Tomoguchi will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Tomoguchi slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Tomoguchi misses the shot to the body.
Tomoguchi throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Tomoguchi throws a hook but Grachev blocks it.
Shinji Tomoguchi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Grachev throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tomoguchi connects with a looping right hand.
#CL#
Grachev clinches.
Tomoguchi prevents Grachev from breaking the clinch.
Grachev trying to stall but Tomoguchi improves his position.
Grachev lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Tomoguchi tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A short right from Grachev.
Tomoguchi misses with some punches.
Tomoguchi can't find room to land a body shot as Grachev controls the action.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tomoguchi lands a right hand.
Grachev lands a left hand that snaps the head of Tomoguchi backwards.
Tomoguchi lands on the inside with an uppercut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tomoguchi swings wildly with an uppercut but Grachev uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tomoguchi has a couple of punches blocked by Grachev.
Grachev scores with a shoulder strike. #T1#
Tomoguchi prevents a body shot from Grachev.
Tomoguchi throws a head punch that misses.
Grachev lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A right handed body shot lands from Tomoguchi.
A head punch on the inside from Tomoguchi fails to land.
I was talking to Grachev's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Grachev misses with a hook from the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Tomoguchi fails to land.
Tomoguchi misses with a punch to the body.
Grachev misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A right handed body shot lands from Grachev.
Tomoguchi fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Grachev misses with a punch on the inside.
Grachev swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tomoguchi softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Grachev tries to work over Tomoguchi's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Tomoguchi lands with a left to the head.
Grachev's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Tomoguchi prevents a body shot from Grachev.
Tomoguchi prevents a body shot from Grachev. #T2#
Grachev blocks a body shot from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi tries a body shot but Grachev blocks it.
Grachev taking a breather.
Grachev tries a body shot but Tomoguchi blocks it.
Tomoguchi lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Tomoguchi can't find room to land a body shot as Grachev controls the action.
Shinji Tomoguchi seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Tomoguchi blocks an uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tomoguchi lands with a left to the head.
Grachev just leaning against Tomoguchi, taking a breather.
Grachev misses with some punches.
Grachev lands a hook to the side of the head.
Tomoguchi tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Grachev blocks a body shot from Tomoguchi.
Grachev misses with a punch to the body.
Tomoguchi has a couple of punches blocked by Grachev.
Tomoguchi tries to throw a body punch but Grachev avoids it by throwing Tomoguchi back against the cage.
A right hand to the body from Tomoguchi.
Grachev working aggressively here.
A head punch on the inside from Tomoguchi fails to land.
Grachev stalling in the clinch but Tomoguchi improves position. #T3#
Tomoguchi misses with some punches.
Grachev throws a punch but it's blocked by Tomoguchi.
Grachev works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Grachev. #BC#
Grachev's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Tomoguchi keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tomoguchi scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Grachev lands a jab to the head.
#CL#
Tomoguchi tries to keep at a distance but Grachev has taken the fight into the clinch.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Grachev.
Tomoguchi swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Grachev lands a left hand that snaps the head of Tomoguchi backwards.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tomoguchi misses with some punches.
Tomoguchi tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Grachev's elbow.
Grachev blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tomoguchi lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Grachev backwards.
Tomoguchi tries a body shot but Grachev blocks it.
Grachev blocks a body shot from Tomoguchi. #T4#
Tomoguchi goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Grachev misses with a hook from the clinch.
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!
Grachev throws a punch but it's blocked by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi prevents a body shot from Grachev.
Tomoguchi lands a body punch in the clinch.
A nice left hand lands by Tomoguchi.
A head punch on the inside from Grachev fails to land.
Grachev misses with a hook to the ribs.
Grachev working aggressively here.
Tomoguchi keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Grachev's efforts to push away.
Grachev lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Tomoguchi swings wildly with an uppercut but Grachev uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tomoguchi lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Grachev backwards.
Grachev tries a body shot but Tomoguchi blocks it.
Tomoguchi blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#BC#
Grachev's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Tomoguchi is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Grachev.
Grachev keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tomoguchi.
Grachev throwing a counter right hand but Tomoguchi manages to avoid it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Shinji Tomoguchi will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Grachev's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Decent striking displayed by Tomoguchi there.#CL#
Grachev pushes Tomoguchi up against the cage in a clinch.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook to the ribs.
Grachev lands a shoulder strike.
Grachev fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Grachev stalling against the cage.
Stalling in the clinch from Grachev.
Grachev blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Grachev stalling in the clinch but Tomoguchi improves position.
Grachev throws a head punch that misses.
Grachev misses with a punch to the body.
Tomoguchi's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Tomoguchi lands on the inside with an uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Grachev softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Tomoguchi misses with a punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tomoguchi.
Still in the clinch, Tomoguchi scores with a nice short uppercut.
Grachev misses with a short punch on the inside.
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!
Grachev misses with a punch to the body.
Both fighters working to control the clinch. #T1#
Tomoguchi lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Grachev misses with a punch to the body.
Grachev misses with a punch on the inside.
Grachev has had enough of the clinch but Tomoguchi keeps him there for the moment.
Grachev blocks a body shot from Tomoguchi.
A nice left hand lands by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Grachev goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tomoguchi tries to work over Grachev's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Tomoguchi misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Grachev stalling in the clinch but Tomoguchi improves position.
A short uppercut from Grachev.
Tomoguchi lands a shot to the body.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Tomoguchi.
Grachev blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tomoguchi blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Grachev blocking some punches.
#T2#
Grachev tries to work over Tomoguchi's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC#
Grachev escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#CL#
Grachev pushes Tomoguchi up against the cage in a clinch.
Grachev is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Tomoguchi is keeping busy.
Grachev prevents a body shot from Tomoguchi.
Grachev pushes Tomoguchi back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Grachev misses with a punch on the inside.
A short right from Grachev on the inside.
Tomoguchi blocking some punches.
Grachev lands with a light punch inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Grachev misses with the head strike.
Grachev prevents a body shot from Tomoguchi.
Grachev takes a shot to the head.
Grachev has Tomoguchi pushed against the cage.
Tomoguchi throws a head punch that misses.
Tomoguchi tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T3#
Tomoguchi misses with a body punch.
Grachev lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Grachev misses with a short punch on the inside.
Tomoguchi lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Grachev backwards.
Grachev misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tomoguchi swings wildly with an uppercut but Grachev uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tomoguchi prevents a body shot from Grachev.
Grachev misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tomoguchi working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Tomoguchi lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Grachev content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Tomoguchi lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Grachev backwards.
Grachev working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Tomoguchi fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Grachev tries a body shot but Tomoguchi blocks it.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook to the ribs.
A nice right hand lands inside from Grachev.
Grachev looking to slow down the pace here.
Grachev fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Stepan Grachev has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
A head punch on the inside from Tomoguchi fails to land.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tomoguchi lands a hook to the side of the head.
Tomoguchi blocks a body shot from Grachev.
Grachev misses with a hook from the clinch.
A short right from Grachev.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Tomoguchi pushes Grachev back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Grachev's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Tomoguchi tries to throw a body punch but Grachev avoids it by throwing Tomoguchi back against the cage.
Tomoguchi lands a right hand.
Grachev tries to work over Tomoguchi's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Grachev tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tomoguchi lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Grachev misses with a punch to the body.
Grachev lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A short uppercut from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Shinji Tomoguchi.
I've got Tomoguchi 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 Steven Brown scores the fight 30:27
Judge William Gold scores the fight 27:30
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Shinji Tomoguchi!
A very excited looking Shinji Tomoguchi rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed. |
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Event:
DMMA 174 Kaupens vs Cabrera
Date: Mar 08, 2023 |
#R1#
Blaydes looks to land a left hand but Tomoguchi moved out of range nicely.
Blaydes moves out of range as Tomoguchi strikes.
Tomoguchi lands a nice looking body shot.
Blaydes misses with an attempted mid kick.
A big left from Tomoguchi misses.
Tomoguchi blocks a jab.
Tomoguchi waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Blaydes.
Tomoguchi has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Blaydes lands with a thumping leg kick.
Blaydes blocks a jab.
Tomoguchi misses the jab.#TD#
Blaydes scores with a takedown into Tomoguchi's guard.
Blaydes stopping the sweep attempt from Tomoguchi.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Blaydes content to stall in guard here.
Blaydes preventing the sweep. #T1#
Tomoguchi bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Blaydes's guard. #REVB#
Blaydes bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Tomoguchi's guard. #REVR#
Blaydes sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T2#
Tomoguchi keeping moving, preventing Blaydes from controlling successfully.
Blaydes throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Tomoguchi works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Tomoguchi can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Blaydes controls the pace.
Blaydes's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Blaydes trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T3#
Blaydes stands and throws Tomoguchi's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Tomoguchi gets back to half guard.
Tomoguchi wants to control but Blaydes is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Blaydes thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Tomoguchi's head.
Blaydes with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Tomoguchi misses the shot to the body.
Blaydes misses with a head kick.
Tomoguchi throws the left hand but Blaydes avoids the punch easily.
An attempted straight right counter from Blaydes misses the target.
Blaydes lands with a nice body kick.
Tomoguchi lands a jab to the head.
Blaydes lands a head kick. Tomoguchi smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Blaydes uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi swings widly with a right hand
and Blaydes makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Tomoguchi checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Blaydes fails with a takedown attempt.#CL2#
Tomoguchi closes the distance and clinches.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Blaydes doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Blaydes has a couple of punches blocked by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tomoguchi lands on the inside with an uppercut.
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 Oscar Blaydes will probably get the nod.
That's time! Blaydes's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Blaydes throws a jab when Tomoguchi was well out of range.
Tomoguchi ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Blaydes moves away.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Tomoguchi takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Tomoguchi ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Blaydes moves away.
Blaydes uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tomoguchi.
Blaydes moves away from the strike by Tomoguchi.
Blaydes is looking to counter punch.#TD#
Blaydes closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Tomoguchi quickly recovers to half guard.
Oscar Blaydes overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Blaydes with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Tomoguchi keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Blaydes trying to control the pace.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tomoguchi is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.#T1#
Tomoguchi trying to hold on to Blaydes's head to control him but Blaydes postures up.
Tomoguchi is looking to improve his position.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.
Blaydes controlling the action here. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Blaydes shoots in for a takedown but Tomoguchi shows good takedown defense.
Blaydes ducks under a wild hook from Tomoguchi.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Blaydes misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Oscar Blaydes is winning the standup battle so far.
Tomoguchi throws a series of punches but Blaydes avoids them all with ease.
Tomoguchi throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Blaydes on the side of the head.
Tomoguchi smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Blaydes pivots, looking for a leg kick but Tomoguchi is out of range and Blaydes settles back down.
Tomoguchi lands a nice shot that snaps Blaydes's head back.
Tomoguchi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Blaydes.
Tomoguchi displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Blaydes.
Blaydes throws a body punch but Tomoguchi moves out of range.
Blaydes takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Shinji Tomoguchi has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Tomoguchi looks to score with a jab to the body but Blaydes is just out of range.
Tomoguchi misses with a looping right.
A quick step to the side and Blaydes tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Blaydes throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Tomoguchi lands with a nice combination. Blaydes backs away looking to recover.
Blaydes changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Blaydes takes a swing at Tomoguchi's ribcage but misses.
Blaydes slips under a jab from Tomoguchi.
Blaydes lunges at Tomoguchi with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Tomoguchi's hand.
Blaydes lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Blaydes throws a low kick but Tomoguchi moves out of range easily. #T3#
Nice defenses there by Blaydes.
Shinji Tomoguchi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Blaydes punishes Tomoguchi's body with a nice straight punch.
Shinji Tomoguchi is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Tomoguchi staying out of range there.
Tomoguchi wants to counter the offense by Blaydes and move into the clinch position.
Tomoguchi lands a head shot.
Blaydes throws a head kick that misses.
Blaydes shoots in for a takedown but Tomoguchi shows good takedown defense.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Oscar Blaydes. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Blaydes moves away from the strike by Tomoguchi.
Blaydes was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Tomoguchi misses with an uppercut. Blaydes saw that one coming.#TD#
Blaydes closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Tomoguchi's guard.
Blaydes slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Tomoguchi has control of Blaydes's left arm, preventing Blaydes from doing any damage.
Tomoguchi tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T4#
Blaydes wants to control from the top but Tomoguchi keeps moving.
Blaydes is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Tomoguchi looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Blaydes is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Blaydes swats away the attempt to clinch by Tomoguchi.
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 Oscar Blaydes will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Tomoguchi takes a swing at Blaydes's ribcage but misses.
Tomoguchi lands a jab to the nose.
Nice shot by Blaydes.
Blaydes shoots in looking for a takedown. Tomoguchi tries to sprawl out of it but Blaydes keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Tomoguchi manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Blaydes throws a shot to the body.
Tomoguchi is looking to clinch.
Blaydes throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jab, jab by Blaydes - just one landing.
Blaydes ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Tomoguchi throws a big shot that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Blaydes changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Tomoguchi tries to avoid it but Blaydes manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Tomoguchi to the ground. Tomoguchi escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
A countering left hand to the body from Tomoguchi misses.
A thudding body kick lands there by Blaydes!
A swing and a miss from Tomoguchi.
It appears Blaydes was looking to counter with a kick there.
Tomoguchi throws a jab when Blaydes was well out of range.
Tomoguchi keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Blaydes lands with a good body shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tomoguchi cracks Blaydes with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.#T1#
Blaydes avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Blaydes ducks under a wild hook from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi throws a body shot but no joy.
Tomoguchi throws out a powerful jab.
Tomoguchi lands with a good body shot.
Blaydes throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook. Blaydes ducked under it nicely.
Tomoguchi throws a jab when Blaydes was well out of range.
Blaydes connects with a body shot.
Blaydes swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tomoguchi jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Blaydes works the jab nicely.
Tomoguchi thows a left - swing and a miss! #TD#
Tomoguchi tries to sprawl but Blaydes drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Blaydes scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Blaydes trying to pass the guard but Tomoguchi defending well.
Blaydes sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T2#
Blaydes seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Tomoguchi for as long as he can get away with.
Tomoguchi trying to control here.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Further stalling from Blaydes.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Tomoguchi takes a body punch but keeps moving. #T3#
Tomoguchi connects with a jab.#TD#
Blaydes gets a takedown into half guard.
Tomoguchi is not content to let Blaydes control the position.
Tomoguchi is trying is best to control the position here.
Blaydes takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Tomoguchi is controlling Blaydes's position as best he can from this difficult position.#T4#
Blaydes wants to lay and pray for a moment but Tomoguchi keeps working.
Blaydes stalling. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Blaydes ducks under a wild hook from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Blaydes scores with a decent looking hook.
Blaydes lands a jab to the head.
Tomoguchi tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Blaydes was well out of range. Poor timing from Tomoguchi.
And that's the end of the fight!
Oscar Blaydes showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Blaydes, 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 Paul Tew scores the fight 30:27
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 30:27
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Oscar Blaydes!
A victorious Oscar Blaydes thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
DMMA Wednesday Warfare 2
Date: Jan 25, 2023 |
#R1#
Rahamies keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Rahamies throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Tomoguchi connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Tomoguchi moves out of range of the strikes.
An attempted straight right counter from Tomoguchi misses the target.
Rahamies connects with a solid leg kick.
Tomoguchi has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Deathsquad in the buildup to the fight.
Shinji Tomoguchi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tomoguchi wants to clinch.
Rahamies misses with a straight right.
Tomoguchi on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Rahamies circles away from the clinch attempt.
A telegraphed right hand from Tomoguchi misses the target.
The fighters circling - Rahamies throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Tomoguchi tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rahamies was well out of range. Poor timing from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi checks a leg kick.#CL#
Tomoguchi gets a clinch. #BC2#
Rahamies pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Rahamies fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Tomoguchi has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Rahamies uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tomoguchi.
A chopping leg kick lands by Rahamies.
Rahamies looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tomoguchi throws a combination that misses
and Rahamies counters with a nice low kick that buckles Tomoguchi's knee momentarily.
Tomoguchi dips to his left and cracks Rahamies with an uppercut!
Tomoguchi ducks under a wild hook from Rahamies.#T1#
Tomoguchi scores with a hook.
Rahamies fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tomoguchi manages to avoid it.
Tomoguchi connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Rahamies's hands.
Rahamies attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
A swing and a miss from Tomoguchi.
The fighters circling - Rahamies throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Tomoguchi gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Rahamies slips under a jab from Tomoguchi.
Rahamies throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tomoguchi sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Rahamies defending well as Tomoguchi loads up on a big left hand.
Rahamies takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Rahamies misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
A quick step to the side and Tomoguchi tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Rahamies wants to land a leg kick but Tomoguchi is out of range.
Tomoguchi jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tomoguchi throws a jab when Rahamies was well out of range.#CL#
Tomoguchi moves into range and clinches up with Rahamies.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Tomoguchi creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rahamies blocks a body shot from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi has a couple of punches blocked by Rahamies.
Tomoguchi lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Rahamies backwards.
Rahamies is trying to break free.
Tomoguchi fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#T2#
Tomoguchi lands an uppercut.
A nice right hand lands inside from Rahamies.
Rahamies is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Rahamies.
Rahamies lands a shot to the body.
Rahamies works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
A left hand lands to the body for Rahamies.
#BC2#
Rahamies breaks the clinch.
Tomoguchi misses with a looping right.
Tomoguchi throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#CL#
Tomoguchi pushes Rahamies up against the cage in a clinch.
Tomoguchi scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Tomoguchi has a couple of punches blocked by Rahamies.
Rahamies tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Rahamies misses with the head strike.
Tomoguchi working aggressively here.
Tomoguchi fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tomoguchi misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Rahamies throws a head punch that misses.
Rahamies blocks an uppercut.
Tomoguchi throws a head punch that misses.
Rahamies prevents a body shot from Tomoguchi. #T3#
Rahamies lands a right hand that snaps the head of Tomoguchi backwards. #BC2#
Rahamies manages to break the clinch.
Rahamies bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.#CL#
Tomoguchi moves into the clinch successfully.
#BC2#
Rahamies pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Tomoguchi cracks Rahamies with a good jab.
Tomoguchi doesn't manage to clinch there - Rahamies circles away.
Tomoguchi throws a jab but it's blocked by Rahamies.
Tomoguchi tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
It seemed like Rahamies was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Rahamies lands with a thumping leg kick.
A jab from Rahamies finds it's way through Tomoguchi's defenses.
Tomoguchi catches Rahamies with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Tomoguchi displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Rahamies throws out the jab.
Tomoguchi is looking to counter the offense by Rahamies and move into the clinch.
Rahamies tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tomoguchi was well out of range. Poor timing from Rahamies.
Both fighters circling a little - Rahamies finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rahamies takes one to the chin there.
The fighters circling - Rahamies throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Tomoguchi swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Tomoguchi tries to clinch up.
Tomoguchi blocks a leg kick.
Tomoguchi missing with a left hand there. Rahamies was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Rahamies was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Tomoguchi checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
The fight stays on the outside here - Tomoguchi looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#T4#
Rahamies throws a leg kick but Tomoguchi sees it coming and checks it nicely.
A looping hook to the body misses from Rahamies. Tomoguchi does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tomoguchi missing with a left hand there. Rahamies was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Tomoguchi blocks a head kick by Rahamies.
Rahamies lands a glancing blow to the side of Tomoguchi's head.#CL#
Tomoguchi closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Rahamies.
A body shot lands from Rahamies.
A right hook to the body lands for Rahamies.
Rahamies is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Tomoguchi tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC2#
Rahamies breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Rahamies lands a high kick!
Rahamies finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Nice defenses there by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi is looking to counter punch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#CL#
Tomoguchi clinches.
Rahamies blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Rahamies wants to get back to striking at distance but Tomoguchi won't allow it.
Tomoguchi misses with a punch on the inside.
Rahamies struggles to land a body shot inside as Tomoguchi controls his hands.
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 Shinji Tomoguchi will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Rahamies with the inside leg kick.
Tomoguchi looks to score with a jab to the body but Rahamies is just out of range.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Rahamies lands a leg kick that knocks Tomoguchi off balance momentarily.#CL#
Tomoguchi pushes Rahamies up against the cage in a clinch.
Tomoguchi doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Rahamies works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Rahamies presses Tomoguchi against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Tomoguchi blocks a punch to the side of the head.
#BC2#
Rahamies breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Rahamies ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tomoguchi moves away.
Tomoguchi throws a body shot but no joy.
Tomoguchi moves out of range of the body kick.
Rahamies moves away from the strike by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi tries to clinch up but Rahamies circles away and keeps his distance.
Rahamies gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tomoguchi avoids a kick to the body.
It looked like Tomoguchi wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Rahamies connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
A chopping leg kick lands by Rahamies.
A lazy left from Tomoguchi finds it's target.
Tomoguchi is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A punch lands to the side of Tomoguchi 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Ilari Rahamies seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Rahamies throws a nice outside leg kick.
Rahamies misses with a leg kick. #T1#
Tomoguchi ducks under a wild hook from Rahamies.
Rahamies connects with the punch.
Rahamies takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Rahamies connects with a leg kick.
Rahamies fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Tomoguchi has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Tomoguchi is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Tomoguchi tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rahamies was well out of range. Poor timing from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi with a hook.
Rahamies misses with a hook.
Rahamies throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Rahamies throws a leg kick which misses Tomoguchi's front leg but catches the back leg as Tomoguchi tries to avoid it.
Tomoguchi misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Rahamies was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Rahamies slips under a jab.
Rahamies wants to slow Tomoguchi down by chopping away at his legs.
Tomoguchi scores with a nice head shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A nice inside leg kick there by Rahamies. That's going to slow Tomoguchi down.
Rahamies goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Rahamies walks into a jab.
Rahamies connects with a good right hand that stumbles Tomoguchi. Tomoguchi circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#T2#
Rahamies lands a jab.
Rahamies throws a right and a left that both miss.
Rahamies lands with a thumping leg kick.
Rahamies dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Tomoguchi. That did some damage!
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Tomoguchi checks a leg kick.
Rahamies fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Rahamies paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Rahamies throws out a counter right but Tomoguchi avoids it with no problem.
Some wild striking there from Tomoguchi.
Rahamies does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
The fighters circling - Tomoguchi throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Tomoguchi connects with a looping right hand.
Rahamies steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tomoguchi.
Rahamies throws a solid leg kick but Tomoguchi takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Rahamies.#CL#
Tomoguchi rushes Rahamies and presses him up against the cage.
Rahamies lands with a short shot to the head.
A right hand to the body from Rahamies.
A short left from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi takes a shot to the head. #BC2#
Rahamies breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Tomoguchi takes a swing at Rahamies's ribcage but misses. #T3#
Tomoguchi lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Rahamies backs up against the cage.
Rahamies throws a low kick but it's checked well by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi throws a hook but Rahamies avoids it easily.
Rahamies swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Rahamies throws a leg kick but Tomoguchi sees it coming and moves out of range.
Tomoguchi lands a head shot.
Tomoguchi has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Rahamies.
An inside leg kick lands from Rahamies.
Rahamies throws a chopping leg kick but Tomoguchi manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
An attempted straight right counter from Tomoguchi misses the target.
Rahamies looks to land a right hand but Tomoguchi moved out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Tomoguchi on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Tomoguchi misses with a lunging right hand
and Rahamies counters with a nice body kick.
Tomoguchi throws a shot from downtown. Rahamies moves away and avoids it.
Rahamies jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Rahamies bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Rahamies fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Tomoguchi is looking to clinch but Rahamies is avoiding it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Tomoguchi crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Rahamies - the referee stops the clock and Tomoguchi gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Rahamies. Tomoguchi manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Tomoguchi misses with a looping right.
Rahamies slips under a jab from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Rahamies paws at him with a jab and circles away.#T4#
Tomoguchi tries to clinch but Rahamies is having none of it.
Rahamies looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Tomoguchi lands an overhand right.
Rahamies scores with a leg kick.
#CL#
Tomoguchi closes the distance and clinches. #BC2#
Rahamies breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
A chopping leg kick lands by Rahamies.
Rahamies misses with a head kick.
Tomoguchi appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Rahamies keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tomoguchi.
Rahamies misses with a low kick.
Tomoguchi steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Rahamies.
Tomoguchi lands with a straight right. Rahamies didn't see that one coming.
Tomoguchi throws a lazy right hand but Rahamies sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Rahamies takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Tomoguchi is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Rahamies throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Rahamies throws a head kick that misses.
Tomoguchi shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Rahamies eats them both and turns towards Tomoguchi to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Rahamies takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Tomoguchi tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Rahamies paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Rahamies looks to land a left hand but Tomoguchi moved out of range nicely.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ilari Rahamies showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Tomoguchi steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Rahamies. That one must have hurt.
Tomoguchi with a jab.
Rahamies with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Tomoguchi to score with a decent uppercut.
A head kick misses from Rahamies.
Tomoguchi ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Rahamies moves away.
Rahamies lands with a cross.
Tomoguchi will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Tomoguchi scores with a hook to the body. Rahamies takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Tomoguchi fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rahamies manages to avoid it.
Tomoguchi throws an overhand right that lands on Rahamies's shoulder, as Rahamies tries to avoid the shot.
Tomoguchi doesn't manage to clinch there - Rahamies circles away.
It seemed like Rahamies was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Rahamies.
Rahamies scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Tomoguchi uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Rahamies.
The fighters circling - Rahamies throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #CL#
Rahamies gets tackled into the cage by Tomoguchi. Tomoguchi maintains the clinch.
Shinji Tomoguchi has scored more points in the clinch so far.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#BC2#
Rahamies breaks from the clinch.
Tomoguchi scores with a jab to the head.
Tomoguchi throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Rahamies on the side of the head. #T1#
Tomoguchi moves out of range of the strikes.
Rahamies lands with a thumping leg kick.
Rahamies throws a head kick that misses.
Tomoguchi showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Rahamies.
Rahamies throws a shot from downtown. Tomoguchi moves away and avoids it.
Tomoguchi cracks Rahamies with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Rahamies missing with a left hand there. Tomoguchi was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Rahamies throws a series of punches but Tomoguchi moves out of range.
Rahamies misses with an attempted mid kick.
Tomoguchi lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Tomoguchi ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Rahamies moves away.
Tomoguchi throws a series of punches but Rahamies avoids them all with ease.
Rahamies misses with a wild body shot.
Rahamies fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tomoguchi manages to avoid it.
Rahamies looks to land a body kick but Tomoguchi moved away.
Rahamies throws the kick towards the body but Tomoguchi avoids it.
Tomoguchi connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Rahamies's hands.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook.#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A swing and a miss from Rahamies.
A slapping leg kick lands for Rahamies.
Tomoguchi misses with a body shot
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Rahamies misses with a right hand
and Tomoguchi counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Rahamies throws a big shot that misses.
Rahamies connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Tomoguchi throws a shot to the body.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Rahamies.
Rahamies staying out of range there.
Tomoguchi moves in looking to clinch but Rahamies pushes him off.
Tomoguchi connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Rahamies throws a leg kick which misses Tomoguchi's front leg but catches the back leg as Tomoguchi tries to avoid it.
Tomoguchi swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Tomoguchi misses with a looping left.
Rahamies throws a leg kick that misses.
Rahamies on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Tomoguchi checks a leg kick.
Rahamies keeps the fight on the outside.
Rahamies throws a leg kick but Tomoguchi checks it. #T3#
Tomoguchi tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Rahamies paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Rahamies scores with a jab to the jaw.
Rahamies motions for Tomoguchi to come forward. Rahamies throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Tomoguchi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rahamies.
A head kick from Rahamies lands but Tomoguchi takes it in his stride.
Tomoguchi tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rahamies was well out of range. Poor timing from Tomoguchi.
Rahamies slips a straight right by Tomoguchi.
Rahamies swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Tomoguchi avoids the body shot from Rahamies.
#CL#
Tomoguchi rushes Rahamies and presses him up against the cage.
Tomoguchi throws a head punch that misses.
Rahamies blocks a body shot from Tomoguchi.
Rahamies lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Rahamies scores with a hook to the body.
Tomoguchi throws a punch but it's blocked by Rahamies. #BC2#
Rahamies breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Rahamies throws a sloppy head kick and Tomoguchi moves out of range easily.
Tomoguchi throws a shot from downtown. Rahamies moves away and avoids it.
Rahamies ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
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!
Rahamies uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tomoguchi.
#T4#
Tomoguchi wants to clinch up but Rahamies keeps it at a distance.
Tomoguchi uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Rahamies has time to react.
A left lands for Rahamies.
Rahamies will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Rahamies delivers a nice body kick.
Rahamies connects with a single shot there.
Nice defenses there by Rahamies.
Tomoguchi checks the leg kick.
Rahamies ducks under a wild hook from Tomoguchi.
Rahamies lands a nice leg kick that just misses Tomoguchi's sensitive parts.
Rahamies staying out of range there.
Rahamies pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Rahamies moves away from the strike by Tomoguchi.
A little jabbing left from Rahamies on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Nice shot by Tomoguchi.
Rahamies will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tomoguchi. Rahamies does a little dance to reset his feet.
Rahamies walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Tomoguchi checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook.
Tomoguchi doesn't manage to clinch there - Rahamies circles away.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Ilari Rahamies.
I think Rahamies 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 Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 27:30
Judge Lou da Vinci scores the fight 29:28
Judge Joseph Jones scores the fight 28:30
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Ilari Rahamies!
An out of breath Ilari Rahamies thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
DMMA 161 Magrath vs Mac Airt
Date: Jan 07, 2023 |
#R1##CL2#
Warrior has taken the fight to the clinch.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Tomoguchi creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tomoguchi.
Warrior has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Tomoguchi avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Warrior stalling in the clinch.
Tomoguchi goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tomoguchi swings wildly with an uppercut but Warrior uses good head movement to avoid it.
Good body shot from Tomoguchi.
Warrior blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Warrior has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Tomoguchi after a bit of a struggle.
Warrior wants a takedown but no success here.
Shinji Tomoguchi has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ultimate Warrior.
Tomoguchi misses with a punch to the body.
Tomoguchi lands with a right to the head.
Warrior can't get the takedown.
Warrior tries for a takedown but Tomoguchi manages to get underhooks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tomoguchi swings wildly with an uppercut but Warrior uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tomoguchi avoiding damage as Warrior throws knees to the body.
Tomoguchi pushes Warrior back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
A right hook to the body lands for Warrior.
Warrior has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Tomoguchi is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tomoguchi tries a body shot but Warrior blocks it.
#T1#
A nice right hand lands inside from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi throws a punch but it's blocked by Warrior.
Tomoguchi tries to throw a body punch but Warrior avoids it by throwing Tomoguchi back against the cage.
Tomoguchi tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tomoguchi is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Tomoguchi has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
A head punch on the inside from Tomoguchi fails to land.
Tomoguchi tries to throw a body punch but Warrior avoids it by throwing Tomoguchi back against the cage.
Tomoguchi lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Tomoguchi lands a hook to the side of the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tomoguchi.
Warrior prevents a body shot from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Warrior has Tomoguchi pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Tomoguchi manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Warrior blocks an uppercut.
Warrior goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
#TD2#
Warrior pulls guard effortlessly.
Tomoguchi pushing down on Warrior's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Warrior moves into full guard.
Tomoguchi seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #T2#
Tomoguchi stopping the sweep attempt from Warrior.
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!#SUB2#
Warrior escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Tomoguchi gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Warrior throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
Warrior has Tomoguchi pulled in close to control his posture.
Tomoguchi preventing the sweep.
Tomoguchi sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Warrior working a defensive guard but Tomoguchi passes into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Warrior has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Tomoguchi is working away from the top position though.
Tomoguchi tries to pass the half guard into mount. Warrior knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Warrior is looking to improve his position.
Warrior is positioning himself well to prevent Tomoguchi advancing to mount. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Warrior is trying to maintain the position but Tomoguchi is very close to passing his half guard.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Warrior on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. #TD2#
Tomoguchi tries to sprawl but Warrior drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Warrior working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Tomoguchi's thigh. Tomoguchi counters though and makes it back to full guard.
Warrior looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Warrior wants to control from the top but Tomoguchi keeps moving.
Tomoguchi is pulling down on Warrior's head. It's preventing any offense from Warrior, at least for the moment.
Warrior looking to sit in guard and control but Tomoguchi gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Shinji Tomoguchi dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2##CL2#
Warrior moves into range and clinches up with Tomoguchi.
A head punch on the inside from Tomoguchi fails to land.
A head punch on the inside from Tomoguchi fails to land.
Tomoguchi is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Warrior can do to turn this around?
Tomoguchi fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Warrior lands an uppercut.
Tomoguchi lands a nice uppercut.
Tomoguchi tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Warrior's elbow.
Tomoguchi tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook to the ribs.
Shinji Tomoguchi has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Tomoguchi prevents a takedown attempt there.
Tomoguchi lands a right hand that snaps the head of Warrior backwards.
Tomoguchi lands a hook that snaps the head of Warrior backwards.
Tomoguchi scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Tomoguchi misses with a short punch on the inside.
Warrior prevents a body shot from Tomoguchi.
Warrior tries to pull guard but Tomoguchi holds him up against the cage and eventually Warrior drops back down to his feet.
A head punch on the inside from Tomoguchi fails to land.
Tomoguchi lands with a short head shot on the inside.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A head punch on the inside from Tomoguchi fails to land. #T1#
Good body shot from Tomoguchi.
Warrior blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Warrior is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Tomoguchi pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Shinji Tomoguchi has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ultimate Warrior.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi lands a shoulder strike.
Warrior drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Tomoguchi gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Warrior lands a shoulder strike.
Tomoguchi throws a punch but it's blocked by Warrior.
Tomoguchi makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Warrior has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Tomoguchi is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
A nice left hand lands by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi can't find room to land a body shot as Warrior controls the action.
Tomoguchi gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Warrior.
Warrior fails to pull guard.
Tomoguchi lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Warrior backwards.
Tomoguchi misses with a body punch.
#T2#
Tomoguchi lands a shoulder strike.
Tomoguchi doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook from the clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Warrior is working for takedown but Tomoguchi is calmly controlling the position for now.
Tomoguchi lands a body punch.
Warrior is looking for a takedown.
Tomoguchi lands a shot to the body.
Tomoguchi throws a punch but it's blocked by Warrior.
Tomoguchi lands a right hand that snaps the head of Warrior backwards.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Tomoguchi creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Tomoguchi lands a body shot.
Warrior is looking to take this one to the mat.
Warrior is breathing heavily.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Tomoguchi creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Warrior wants a takedown.
Tomoguchi tries a body shot but Warrior blocks it.
Tomoguchi throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Tomoguchi fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tomoguchi fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Warrior blocks a body shot from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Tomoguchi lands on the inside with an uppercut. #T3#
Warrior drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Tomoguchi gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Warrior prevents a body shot from Tomoguchi.
A right handed body shot lands from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tomoguchi lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Tomoguchi tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tomoguchi scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Tomoguchi lands with a short shot to the head.
Tomoguchi swings wildly with an uppercut but Warrior uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tomoguchi has a couple of punches blocked by Warrior.
Tomoguchi lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tomoguchi doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tomoguchi scores with a shot to the side of Warrior's head.
Warrior can't get the takedown.
Warrior blocks an uppercut.
Tomoguchi misses with a short punch on the inside. #T4#
Tomoguchi is pressed up against the cage. Warrior has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Tomoguchi down to the mat. Tomoguchi avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Warrior takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tomoguchi tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Warrior takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!#CL#
Tomoguchi moves into range and clinches up with Warrior.
Warrior throws a punch but it's blocked by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi misses with a punch on the inside.
Tomoguchi misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tomoguchi scores with a hook to the body.
Warrior takes a shot to the head.
Warrior changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Tomoguchi fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Tomoguchi dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Warrior fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Tomoguchi avoids it really well and circles away.
Warrior shoots in looking for a takedown but Tomoguchi manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Warrior's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Tomoguchi connects with a right hand. Warrior shakes it off.
Tomoguchi misses the shot to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Shinji Tomoguchi dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Nice takedown defense from Tomoguchi. No joy for Warrior on that attempt.
Tomoguchi connects with a crisp jab.
Warrior has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Warrior shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #CL2#
Warrior moves into the clinch.
Tomoguchi lands with a light punch inside.
Tomoguchi throws a punch but it's blocked by Warrior.
Tomoguchi tries to work over Warrior's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Warrior tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Tomoguchi just stands there and leans against the cage.
A short body shot lands from Warrior as the two fighters clinch.
Tomoguchi misses with a punch on the inside.
Tomoguchi lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Warrior can't find room to land a body shot as Tomoguchi controls the action.
Warrior can't get the takedown.
Shinji Tomoguchi has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ultimate Warrior.
A short right from Tomoguchi on the inside.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tomoguchi pushes Warrior back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Tomoguchi prevents a takedown attempt there.
Tomoguchi lands a left hand.
#ROC#Warrior is rocked!
Warrior takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
A short uppercut from Tomoguchi.
Warrior is still on wobbly legs! Can Tomoguchi finish him?
A left hand lands to the body for Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi working some nice short punches in the clinch.#T1#
Tomoguchi lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Tomoguchi pushes Warrior back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Tomoguchi working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Tomoguchi throws a big uppercut that drops Warrior! More strikes from Tomoguchi and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Warrior lies dazed against the cage as Tomoguchi celebrates with his cornermen!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:13 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Shinji Tomoguchi!
Shinji Tomoguchi spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant. |
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Event:
DMMA 149 Kersikov vs Abarai 2
Date: Oct 16, 2022 |
#R1#
Rahamies moves out of range of the strikes.
Tomoguchi scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Rahamies dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Tomoguchi. That did some damage!
Tomoguchi works over Rahamies's head and body with a nice combination.
Tomoguchi throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Rahamies has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Tomoguchi finds it's way round the side to connect with Rahamies's head.
Tomoguchi lands with a shot to the body.
Rahamies ducks under a wild hook from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Tomoguchi uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Rahamies.
Rahamies swats away the attempt to clinch by Tomoguchi.
Rahamies misses with a body kick.
Rahamies misses the jab.
Rahamies misses the shot to the body.
Tomoguchi clobbers Rahamies with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tomoguchi misses with a body shot.
Rahamies tries to work over Tomoguchi's front leg with a kick but Tomoguchi checks it.
Rahamies throws a quick inside leg kick.
Tomoguchi ducks under a wild hook from Rahamies.
Rahamies fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Tomoguchi.
Rahamies tries a head kick but it misses.
Tomoguchi throws a shot from downtown. Rahamies moves away and avoids it.#T1#
Rahamies rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Tomoguchi moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Tomoguchi lands a nice shot that snaps Rahamies's head back.
Tomoguchi is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Rahamies scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
We've been informed that Tomoguchi has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.#CL2#
Tomoguchi gets a clinch.
A short right from Tomoguchi on the inside. #BC#
Rahamies's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Tomoguchi has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Rahamies.
Rahamies uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tomoguchi.
Rahamies misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tomoguchi.
Rahamies looks to land a left hand but Tomoguchi moved out of range nicely.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tomoguchi bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Tomoguchi misses with a straight right.
Tomoguchi looks to score with a jab to the body but Rahamies is just out of range.
Rahamies is looking to counter punch.
Rahamies misses with an uppercut.
Tomoguchi moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Shinji Tomoguchi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rahamies fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tomoguchi manages to avoid it.
Tomoguchi looks to land a left hand but Rahamies moved out of range nicely.
Rahamies throws a head kick that misses.
Tomoguchi doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Rahamies with the inside leg kick.
Tomoguchi throws a looping overhand right but Rahamies ducks down to avoid it.
Tomoguchi slips a jab from Rahamies.#T2#
Tomoguchi misses with a body shot.
Rahamies half committed to a counter leg kick.
Rahamies throws a sloppy head kick and Tomoguchi moves out of range easily.
Tomoguchi blocks a leg kick.
Rahamies throws a leg kick but Tomoguchi checks it.
Rahamies lands with a thumping leg kick.
Tomoguchi throws a looping overhand right but Rahamies ducks down to avoid it.
Tomoguchi loads up on a big right hand but Rahamies slips the punch.
Rahamies fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Tomoguchi on the side of the head.
Tomoguchi lands a slapping body shot.
Rahamies throws a leg kick but Tomoguchi checks it.
Tomoguchi wants to clinch up but Rahamies keeps it at a distance.
Tomoguchi scores with a punch to the head.#CL2#
Tomoguchi has managed to clinch.
Tomoguchi fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tomoguchi is working Rahamies over against the cage.
Tomoguchi swings wildly with an uppercut but Rahamies uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rahamies misses with the head strike.
Tomoguchi misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tomoguchi lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Rahamies backwards.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Rahamies. #T3#
Tomoguchi scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Tomoguchi lands with a short shot to the head.
Rahamies wants to break free but Tomoguchi has control.
Rahamies lands a left hand.
Rahamies lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Tomoguchi.#BC#
Rahamies manages to break the clinch.
Tomoguchi getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Tomoguchi throws a lazy uppercut
and Rahamies makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Tomoguchi really felt that one!
Tomoguchi is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Rahamies had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Tomoguchi throws a lazy right hand but Rahamies sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Rahamies throws a quick counter kick to the body but Tomoguchi avoids it.
Rahamies lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Rahamies seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Tomoguchi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rahamies.
Rahamies thows a left - swing and a miss!
Tomoguchi tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Rahamies feints and then cracks Tomoguchi's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Tomoguchi down.
Tomoguchi lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#CL2#
Tomoguchi clinches up against the cage.#BC#
Rahamies's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Tomoguchi lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Rahamies throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tomoguchi sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Rahamies lands the left hand.
Tomoguchi tries to clinch up.#T4#
Rahamies takes one to the chin there.
Rahamies lands a lovely overhand right.
Tomoguchi checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Rahamies throws a leg kick which misses Tomoguchi's front leg but catches the back leg as Tomoguchi tries to avoid it.
Rahamies bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Rahamies uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tomoguchi.
An inside leg kick lands from Rahamies.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook.
Tomoguchi tries to clinch up but Rahamies circles away and keeps his distance.
Rahamies tries a head kick but it misses.
Tomoguchi avoids a kick to the body.
Tomoguchi cracks Rahamies with an open hand slap.
Rahamies misses with a leg kick.
Rahamies tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Tomoguchi is able to avoid easily.
Tomoguchi throws out a counter right but Rahamies avoids it with no problem.
Tomoguchi throws a jab but it's blocked by Rahamies.
Rahamies looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Rahamies changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.#CL2#
Tomoguchi gets a clinch.
Rahamies can't find room to land a body shot as Tomoguchi controls the action.
Tomoguchi fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Rahamies tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Shinji Tomoguchi will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Rahamies blocks a jab.
Tomoguchi might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Tomoguchi throws a big shot that misses.
Rahamies throws a low kick but it's checked well by Tomoguchi.
Rahamies tries to bum rush Tomoguchi with a series of wild strikes but Tomoguchi uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Ilari Rahamies is winning the standup battle so far.
Rahamies misses with a body kick.
A leg kick checked by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi checks the leg kick.
Tomoguchi swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Rahamies takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Tomoguchi tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Rahamies manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Tomoguchi scores with a shot to the body.
Tomoguchi lands with an uppercut that bounces Rahamies off the cage and back into range.
Tomoguchi tries to close the distance and clinch but Rahamies swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #CL2#
Tomoguchi closes the distance and clinches.
Rahamies lands with a left to the head. #BC#
Rahamies breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Rahamies misses with a low kick.
Rahamies fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Tomoguchi has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#CL2#
Rahamies tries to keep at a distance but Tomoguchi has taken the fight into the clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tomoguchi tries to work over Rahamies's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Rahamies blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tomoguchi scores with a shot to the side of Rahamies's head.
Shinji Tomoguchi seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.#T1#
Rahamies makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Tomoguchi misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A left hand lands to the body for Rahamies.
Tomoguchi tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tomoguchi lands a hook that snaps the head of Rahamies backwards.
Rahamies misses with a punch to the body.
Tomoguchi has Rahamies pressed against the cage, preventing Rahamies from circling away and getting back to striking at range.#BC#
Rahamies breaks the clinch.
Tomoguchi ducks right into an uppercut from Rahamies.
Tomoguchi comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Tomoguchi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tomoguchi misses with a wild body shot. #CL2#
Tomoguchi gets in close and instigates a clinch.
A short right from Rahamies on the inside.
Tomoguchi lands with a right to the head.
Tomoguchi blocking some punches.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Rahamies wants to break the clinch but can't.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Rahamies. #BC#
Rahamies breaks from the clinch.
Rahamies misses with a leg kick. #T2#
Tomoguchi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rahamies.
Tomoguchi throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Rahamies stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Tomoguchi slips under a jab from Rahamies.
Rahamies will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Tomoguchi moves out of range as Rahamies strikes.
Rahamies jabs at Tomoguchi's body.
Rahamies cracks Tomoguchi with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.#CL2#
Tomoguchi has taken the fight to the clinch.
#BC#
Rahamies breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Tomoguchi checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Rahamies misses with a low kick as Tomoguchi jumps back.
A swing and a miss from Tomoguchi.
Nice uppercut there from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Rahamies lands with a hook. Tomoguchi tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Nice shot lands for Rahamies.
Tomoguchi connects with a looping right hand.
Rahamies gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Rahamies is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tomoguchi.
Rahamies uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tomoguchi.
A jab from Tomoguchi misses.
Rahamies feinted there with a counter leg kick.#T3#
Tomoguchi blocks a head kick by Rahamies.
Rahamies swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Tomoguchi is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Rahamies with a body shot.
A decent looking cross lands there for Tomoguchi.
Rahamies swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Rahamies goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook.
Rahamies displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tomoguchi throws out the jab.
Tomoguchi's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Tomoguchi with a hook.
Tomoguchi waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Rahamies.
Rahamies connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Rahamies throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Rahamies misses with a straight right.
Tomoguchi lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Tomoguchi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tomoguchi avoids a kick to the body.
Rahamies throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Rahamies finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Tomoguchi throws a looping overhand right but Rahamies ducks down to avoid it.
Tomoguchi looks to score with a jab to the body but Rahamies is just out of range.
Rahamies was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook.#T4#
The fighters circling - Tomoguchi throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Rahamies does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Tomoguchi doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Rahamies throws a quick inside leg kick.
Rahamies buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
A big left from Tomoguchi misses.
Tomoguchi misses with a body shot.
Tomoguchi uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Rahamies.
Tomoguchi throws a jab when Rahamies was well out of range.
Rahamies moves out of range of the strikes.
Tomoguchi swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Tomoguchi throws a hook but Rahamies avoids it easily.
Tomoguchi takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Rahamies uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi looks to throw the jab but Rahamies is out of range.
Tomoguchi has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Rahamies.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Rahamies scores with a jab to the head.
Rahamies lands a jab to Tomoguchi's midsection.
Good shot there by Rahamies.
Tomoguchi moves out of range as Rahamies throws a body kick.
Rahamies throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
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 Ilari Rahamies will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! And we move into the final round!#R3#
Tomoguchi throws a lazy right hand but Rahamies sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tomoguchi doesn't manage to clinch there - Rahamies circles away.
Rahamies lands a leg kick that knocks Tomoguchi off balance momentarily.
Rahamies pushes Tomoguchi away with a front kick.
Tomoguchi swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tomoguchi misses the body punch
and Rahamies counters with a nice leg kick.
Rahamies pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Rahamies uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Rahamies sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Tomoguchi swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Rahamies throws a low kick but Tomoguchi avoids it.
Rahamies looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Tomoguchi throws out a loose jab but Rahamies uses good head movement to avoid it.
A swing and a miss from Tomoguchi.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tomoguchi takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Tomoguchi throws a body shot but no joy.
The fighters circling - Rahamies throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Tomoguchi takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Rahamies misses the shot to the body.
Tomoguchi scores with a hook.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rahamies fakes the leg kick and cracks Tomoguchi in the body. #T1#
Rahamies's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Tomoguchi connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Rahamies scrambles back to his feet.
Rahamies lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Tomoguchi throws a lazy right hand but Rahamies sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Rahamies misses with a low kick.
Tomoguchi tests Rahamies's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Jab, jab by Rahamies - just one landing.
Rahamies ducks under a wild hook from Tomoguchi.
Rahamies looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Tomoguchi misses with a wild body shot.
Tomoguchi has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Rahamies.
Rahamies looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Tomoguchi looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Rahamies tries to score with a low kick but Tomoguchi moves his leg out of the way.
Tomoguchi connects with a jab.
Rahamies lands a jab to the head.
Rahamies scores with a push kick.
Rahamies displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tomoguchi throws out the jab.
Rahamies half committed to a counter leg kick.
Tomoguchi checks a leg kick nicely.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rahamies looks to score with a jab to the body but Tomoguchi is just out of range.
Rahamies throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Tomoguchi throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. #T2#
Rahamies swats away the attempt to clinch by Tomoguchi.
Rahamies is looking to counter with head kicks.
Tomoguchi misses with a right hand
and Rahamies counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Rahamies misses with a body kick.
Tomoguchi throws a shot from downtown. Rahamies moves away and avoids it.
Rahamies is looking to counter punch.
A telegraphed right hand from Tomoguchi misses the target.
Tomoguchi checks a leg kick nicely.
Rahamies connects with a nice looking jab.
Rahamies does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Rahamies tries a head kick but it misses.
A little jabbing left from Tomoguchi on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Rahamies throws a half hearted mid kick.
Rahamies moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Tomoguchi is looking to clinch.
Rahamies throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tomoguchi misses with an uppercut. Rahamies saw that one coming.
Rahamies feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Tomoguchi just misses with a punch to the body.
Tomoguchi throws a lazy right hand but Rahamies sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Rahamies is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Rahamies.
Rahamies slips a jab from Tomoguchi.#T3#
A punch combination from Tomoguchi misses.
Rahamies scores with a leg kick.
Tomoguchi uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Rahamies.
A slapping leg kick lands for Rahamies.
Rahamies lands a head kick!
Tomoguchi takes one on the button.
Rahamies paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Rahamies misses with a low kick.
Tomoguchi avoids a kick to the body.
Tomoguchi walks forward, straight into a front kick from Rahamies.
Rahamies looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Rahamies takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Tomoguchi throws a shot from downtown. Rahamies moves away and avoids it.
A head kick from Rahamies lands but Tomoguchi takes it in his stride.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tomoguchi tries to clinch up but Rahamies circles away and keeps his distance.
Left hook, right uppercut from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi lands a body shot.
A clash of legs there as Tomoguchi blocks the low kick.
Tomoguchi avoids the head kick by Rahamies.
#T4#
Rahamies is looking to land body kicks.
Nice body kick from Rahamies.
Tomoguchi keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Rahamies.
Rahamies throws a leg kick but Tomoguchi moved away.
Tomoguchi lands a nice shot that snaps Rahamies's head back.
Tomoguchi tries to close the distance and clinch but Rahamies swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
The fight stays on the outside here - Tomoguchi looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
A little feinted left hand from Rahamies on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Tomoguchi missing with a left hand there. Rahamies was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Tomoguchi throws a hook to the side of Rahamies's head but Rahamies sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Rahamies throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Tomoguchi moves out of range of the body kick from Rahamies.
Tomoguchi moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Tomoguchi throws a predictable looking body shot
and Rahamies counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Rahamies slips a jab and a cross from Tomoguchi.
#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Tomoguchi struggles to land a body shot inside as Rahamies controls his hands.
A head punch on the inside from Tomoguchi fails to land.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ilari Rahamies showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Rahamies has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 29:28
Judge Nard Betker scores the fight 30:28
Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 30:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ilari Rahamies!
An out of breath Ilari Rahamies thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
DMMA 140 Abarai vs Kofel
Date: Sep 17, 2022 |
#R1#
Montpoisante misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Montpoisante looks to score with a jab to the body but Tomoguchi is just out of range.
An inside leg kick lands from Montpoisante.
Montpoisante throws a head kick but Tomoguchi moves out of range.
Tomoguchi moves in looking to clinch but Montpoisante pushes him off.#CL2#
Montpoisante drives through and clinches with Tomoguchi against the cage.
Tomoguchi working aggressively here.
Tomoguchi lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Tomoguchi misses with a short punch on the inside.
Montpoisante blocks an uppercut.
Tomoguchi tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Montpoisante tries to throw a body punch but Tomoguchi avoids it by throwing Montpoisante back against the cage.
A nice right hand lands inside from Montpoisante.
Montpoisante misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Montpoisante tries to land a knee to the head but Tomoguchi blocks with his arms.
Tomoguchi prevents a body shot from Montpoisante.
Montpoisante struggles to land a body shot inside as Tomoguchi controls his hands.
A head punch on the inside from Tomoguchi fails to land.
Tomoguchi blocks a body shot from Montpoisante.
Montpoisante is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Montpoisante lands a body shot in the clinch.
Tomoguchi misses with the head strike.
#T1#
Montpoisante slows down the pace here.
Tomoguchi lands with a left to the head.
Montpoisante lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
We've been informed that Montpoisante has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Tomoguchi throws a punch but it's blocked by Montpoisante.
Tomoguchi managing to block the knees to the body from Montpoisante.
Tomoguchi tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Nice body punch from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Tomoguchi misses with a punch on the inside.
A short uppercut from Tomoguchi.
Montpoisante scores with a nice hook to the head.
Montpoisante misses with a body punch.
Tomoguchi gets through Montpoisante's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Tomoguchi misses with the head strike.
Tomoguchi struggles to land a body shot inside as Montpoisante controls his hands.
Tomoguchi blocking some punches.
Good body shot from Tomoguchi.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Montpoisante is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Tomoguchi is defending well for now.
Montpoisante with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Tomoguchi working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Tomoguchi tries to throw a body punch but Montpoisante avoids it by throwing Tomoguchi back against the cage. #T2#
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Tomoguchi misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Montpoisante tries a body shot but Tomoguchi blocks it.
Montpoisante scores with a knee to the head.
Tomoguchi lands a left hand that snaps the head of Montpoisante backwards.
Tomoguchi lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Montpoisante or not.
A short right from Tomoguchi on the inside.
Montpoisante tries a knee to the head but Tomoguchi blocks it.
Montpoisante misses with a body punch.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tomoguchi takes a knee to the side of the body.
Tomoguchi struggles to land a body shot inside as Montpoisante controls his hands.
Tomoguchi works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Montpoisante wants to stall.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tomoguchi lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Montpoisante looking to stall.
Montpoisante blocks a body shot from Tomoguchi.
Montpoisante blocking some punches.
Montpoisante throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Tomoguchi blocks it with crossed arms. #T3#
Montpoisante is leaning against Tomoguchi and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Montpoisante stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Tomoguchi tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tomoguchi tries to throw a body punch but Montpoisante avoids it by throwing Tomoguchi back against the cage.
Tomoguchi misses with a short punch on the inside.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Tomoguchi creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Tomoguchi lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Montpoisante blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Montpoisante misses with a short punch on the inside.
Montpoisante misses with some punches.
Tomoguchi misses with a body punch.
A body shot lands from Montpoisante.
Montpoisante blocking some punches.
Tomoguchi lands a right hand that snaps the head of Montpoisante backwards.
Montpoisante struggles to land a body shot inside as Tomoguchi controls his hands.
Montpoisante using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Tomoguchi has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Montpoisante connects with a nasty looking knee right to Tomoguchi's face.
Tomoguchi misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Montpoisante blocking some punches.
Tomoguchi lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Montpoisante backwards.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Tomoguchi creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #T4#
Tomoguchi lands a body shot in the clinch.
Tomoguchi lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Montpoisante backwards.
Tomoguchi lands a right hand.
Tomoguchi lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Montpoisante blocks a body shot from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Montpoisante's elbow.
Montpoisante can't find room to land a body shot as Tomoguchi controls the action.
A shot in the inside from Tomoguchi.
Montpoisante lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Tomoguchi backwards.
Montpoisante is leaning against Tomoguchi and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Montpoisante lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Montpoisante tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Montpoisante missing with knees to the body.
A short left from Tomoguchi.
Montpoisante with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Tomoguchi scores with a shot to the side of Montpoisante's head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tomoguchi works on Montpoisante's body with a couple of short punches.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Tomoguchi lands an uppercut.
Tomoguchi misses with the head strike.
Tomoguchi tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Montpoisante's elbow.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Shinji Tomoguchi dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2##CL2#
Montpoisante has closed the distance and engaged Tomoguchi in a clinch.
Shinji Tomoguchi has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Tomoguchi misses with a punch to the body.
Tomoguchi tries to throw a body punch but Montpoisante avoids it by throwing Tomoguchi back against the cage.
Montpoisante blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tomoguchi blocking some punches.
Montpoisante lands an uppercut.
Montpoisante lands a nice knee to the body.
Tomoguchi digs a right hand into Montpoisante's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Montpoisante's gas tank.
Nice body punch from Montpoisante.
Montpoisante misses with a knee to the head.
Montpoisante tries to land knees in the clinch but Tomoguchi avoids the damage to the body.
Tomoguchi has a couple of punches blocked by Montpoisante.
Montpoisante tries a body shot but Tomoguchi blocks it.
Tomoguchi tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Montpoisante with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Tomoguchi swings wildly with an uppercut but Montpoisante uses good head movement to avoid it.
A right hand to the body from Tomoguchi.
Montpoisante is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Tomoguchi is defending well for now.
Tomoguchi fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A short right from Tomoguchi on the inside. #T1#
Montpoisante taking a breather.
Tomoguchi lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Montpoisante lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Tomoguchi backwards.
Tomoguchi lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Tomoguchi misses with a body punch.
Montpoisante misses with the head strike.
Montpoisante misses with a knee strike.
Tomoguchi swings wildly with an uppercut but Montpoisante uses good head movement to avoid it.
Montpoisante with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Tomoguchi fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Tomoguchi fails to land.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Tomoguchi gets through Montpoisante's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Montpoisante is trying to stall.
A right handed body shot lands from Tomoguchi.
Montpoisante goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tomoguchi lands with a light punch inside.
Montpoisante lands a left hand that snaps the head of Tomoguchi backwards. #T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tomoguchi lands a right hand that snaps the head of Montpoisante backwards.
Montpoisante is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Tomoguchi is defending well for now.
Tomoguchi misses with a short punch on the inside.
Tomoguchi lands a shoulder strike.
Tomoguchi lands with a light punch inside.
Tomoguchi lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Montpoisante throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Tomoguchi blocks it with crossed arms.
Tomoguchi tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tomoguchi lands a right hand that snaps the head of Montpoisante backwards.
Montpoisante blocking some punches.
Tomoguchi throws a head punch that misses.
Tomoguchi swings wildly with an uppercut but Montpoisante uses good head movement to avoid it.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Montpoisante.
Tomoguchi lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Tomoguchi tries to work over Montpoisante's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Montpoisante throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Tomoguchi blocks it with crossed arms.
Montpoisante tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tomoguchi's elbow.
Tomoguchi is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Montpoisante can do to turn this around?
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Tomoguchi as Montpoisante tries to tie him up.
Tomoguchi doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
#T3#
Montpoisante goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Montpoisante missing with knees to the body.
Montpoisante tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Tomoguchi stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Tomoguchi prevents a body shot from Montpoisante.
Montpoisante working aggressively here.
Montpoisante blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tomoguchi prevents a body shot from Montpoisante.
Tomoguchi misses with a punch to the body.
Montpoisante lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
A shot in the inside from Montpoisante.
Tomoguchi blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tomoguchi lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Montpoisante is breathing heavily.
Tomoguchi blocks an uppercut.
Montpoisante with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Tomoguchi lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Tomoguchi scores with a shoulder strike.
Montpoisante tries to work over Tomoguchi's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Montpoisante tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Montpoisante is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Tomoguchi misses with a body punch.
#T4#
Tomoguchi blocks an uppercut.
Montpoisante misses with some punches.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A hook to the body from Tomoguchi.
Montpoisante blocking some punches.
Tomoguchi misses with a punch to the body.
Tomoguchi doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tomoguchi fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tomoguchi lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Montpoisante or not.
Tomoguchi lands a body punch in the clinch.
Montpoisante is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Tomoguchi is defending well for now.
Tomoguchi swings wildly with an uppercut but Montpoisante uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tomoguchi misses with a body punch.
Montpoisante lands a body shot in the clinch.
Montpoisante doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Montpoisante tries to stall but Tomoguchi uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Tomoguchi lands a right hand.
Montpoisante lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Montpoisante prevents a body shot from Tomoguchi.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
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 Shinji Tomoguchi will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Tomoguchi works the jab nicely.
Tomoguchi bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Tomoguchi avoids the body shot from Montpoisante.
Tomoguchi tries to clinch up but Montpoisante circles away and keeps his distance.
Tomoguchi lands a jab to the nose.
Montpoisante needs to keep his hands up - Tomoguchi had a free shot at his head there.
Tomoguchi drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Tomoguchi misses with a straight right.
Montpoisante steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Montpoisante with a nice cross.
Montpoisante staying out of range there.
Shinji Tomoguchi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Montpoisante avoids the body shot from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi moves out of range of the body kick.
Montpoisante throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
A big right from Montpoisante misses. #CL2#
Montpoisante rushes Tomoguchi and presses him up against the cage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Montpoisante misses with a knee strike.
Tomoguchi lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Montpoisante with a knee to the head.
Montpoisante works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Tomoguchi lands with a right to the head. #T1#
Tomoguchi pushes Montpoisante back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Tomoguchi is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Montpoisante takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Montpoisante tries to land a knee to the head but Tomoguchi blocks with his arms.
Tomoguchi doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tomoguchi misses with a body punch.
Tomoguchi lands a right hand that snaps the head of Montpoisante backwards.
Tomoguchi lands a left hand that snaps the head of Montpoisante backwards.
Tomoguchi blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Tomoguchi tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Montpoisante blocking some punches.
Tomoguchi lands with a short shot to the head.
Montpoisante misses with some punches.
Tomoguchi scores with a shoulder strike.
Montpoisante throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Tomoguchi blocks it with crossed arms.
Tomoguchi tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tomoguchi lands a hook that snaps the head of Montpoisante backwards.
Tomoguchi pushes Montpoisante back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Tomoguchi misses with a punch to the body.
Still in the clinch, Tomoguchi scores with a nice short uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tomoguchi lands a nice uppercut.#ROC#Montpoisante is rocked!
A nice right hand lands inside from Tomoguchi.
Montpoisante is still on wobbly legs! Can Tomoguchi finish him?#T2#
Montpoisante misses with a knee strike.
Montpoisante tries to work over Tomoguchi's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Montpoisante takes a shot to the head.
Tomoguchi throws a head punch that misses.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Montpoisante using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Montpoisante using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Tomoguchi has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Tomoguchi digs a right hand into Montpoisante's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Montpoisante's gas tank.
Tomoguchi blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Montpoisante blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Montpoisante is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Montpoisante seems to have recovered his senses.
Montpoisante blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tomoguchi lands a left hand.
Montpoisante blocks a body shot from Tomoguchi.
Montpoisante working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Montpoisante tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Montpoisante tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tomoguchi blocks an uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Tomoguchi fails to land.
Montpoisante prevents a body shot from Tomoguchi.
Montpoisante using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Tomoguchi has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
#T3#
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Tomoguchi creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Tomoguchi can't find room to land a body shot as Montpoisante controls the action.
Montpoisante tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Tomoguchi avoids it.
Montpoisante lands a nice shot to the body.
Tomoguchi lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Montpoisante backwards.
Montpoisante looking to throw knees to the head but Tomoguchi is blocking nicely.
Tomoguchi blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Montpoisante wants to stall.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Montpoisante misses with a knee strike.
A right handed body shot lands from Montpoisante.
A nice left hand lands by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi lands with a left to the head.
Tomoguchi lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Tomoguchi working aggressively here.
Tomoguchi misses with the head strike.
Montpoisante blocks an uppercut.
Tomoguchi lands a nice uppercut.
Montpoisante blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#T4#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Nice body punch from Tomoguchi - that landed with a thud.
Montpoisante throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Tomoguchi blocks it with crossed arms.
Tomoguchi scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook from the clinch.
Tomoguchi lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Tomoguchi misses with a punch on the inside.
Montpoisante lands a nice uppercut.
Montpoisante lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Tomoguchi struggles to land a body shot inside as Montpoisante controls his hands.
Tomoguchi lands a body punch.
Tomoguchi throws a head punch that misses.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Montpoisante.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Tomoguchi throws a head punch that misses.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tomoguchi doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tomoguchi tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tomoguchi tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Daniko Montpoisante has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Montpoisante misses with a knee to the head.
And that's the end of the fight!
Shinji Tomoguchi showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Tomoguchi, 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 Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 30:27
Judge Anni Minnemäki scores the fight 30:27
Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Shinji Tomoguchi!
Shinji Tomoguchi tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool. |
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Event:
DMMA Friday Night Fights V
Date: Aug 12, 2022 |
#R1#
Tomoguchi swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Drake walks into a left hand.
Tomoguchi misses the jab.
Drake uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tomoguchi.
Drake slips a straight right by Tomoguchi.
Sloppy strikes from Drake. Those never looked like landing.
Drake misses the jab.#CL#
Tomoguchi clinches. #BC2#
Drake breaks from the clinch.
Tomoguchi is looking to clinch but Drake is avoiding it.
Drake works Tomoguchi's body with a nice hook.
Tomoguchi ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Drake wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Tomoguchi wants to clinch
and Drake counters with a nice uppercut.
Drake throws a looping overhand right but Tomoguchi ducks down to avoid it.
Tomoguchi misses with a few strikes there.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tomoguchi slips a straight right by Drake.
Drake lands the left hand.
Drake has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Tomoguchi finds it's way round the side to connect with Drake's head. #T1#
Tomoguchi wants to clinch up but Drake keeps it at a distance.
Drake misses the shot to the body. #CL#
Tomoguchi has taken the fight to the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Drake fails to land.
Drake makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Drake misses with some punches.
Tomoguchi working aggressively here.
Tomoguchi working aggressively here.
Drake blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tomoguchi can't find room to land a body shot as Drake controls the action.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Drake blocking some punches.
Drake takes a shot to the head. #BC2#
Drake manages to break the clinch.
Tomoguchi fails with an attempt to clinch.
Drake looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Drake misses with a body shot.
Drake tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tomoguchi was well out of range. Poor timing from Drake.
Tomoguchi looks to score with a jab to the body but Drake is just out of range.#T2#
Drake scores with a jab to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Tomoguchi misses the target.
Drake ducks under a wild hook from Tomoguchi.
Drake throws a body punch but Tomoguchi moves 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!
Tomoguchi lands with a good body shot.
Drake thuds a left hand into Tomoguchi's body.
Tomoguchi has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Deathsquad in the buildup to the fight.
Tomoguchi looks to throw the jab but Drake is out of range.
Tomoguchi wants to clinch up but Drake keeps it at a distance.
Drake fails to land with a series of punches.
Tomoguchi wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Tomoguchi is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Drake.
Tomoguchi throws a lazy right hand but Drake sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Drake takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Tomoguchi looks to land a left hand but Drake moved out of range nicely.
Tomoguchi cracks Drake with a good jab.
Tomoguchi tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Drake manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Drake is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Tomoguchi rather than just go for the knockout.
Drake ducks under a wild hook from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi throws a jab but it's blocked by Drake.
A swing and a miss from Tomoguchi.
Drake is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tomoguchi. #T3#
Tomoguchi ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Drake throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tomoguchi sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Drake walks into a left hand.
Drake throws a hook but Tomoguchi blocks it.
Drake avoids the body shot from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi lands a slapping body shot.
Tomoguchi swings away with a body shot that misses
and Drake counters with a nice uppercut.
Tomoguchi is looking to clinch.
Tomoguchi throws a hook but Drake blocks it.
Tomoguchi throws a jab but it's blocked by Drake.
Shinji Tomoguchi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Drake displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tomoguchi throws out the jab.
Tomoguchi throws a jab but it's blocked by Drake.
Tomoguchi drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Tomoguchi misses with a right hand
and Drake counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Drake uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tomoguchi.
Drake misses the jab.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Drake.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Drake misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Drake takes a body punch but keeps moving. #T4#
Drake steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tomoguchi.
Drake now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Drake tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tomoguchi was well out of range. Poor timing from Drake.
Drake scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Drake looks to throw the jab but Tomoguchi is out of range.
Tomoguchi throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Drake counters with a left to the body.
Tomoguchi ducks under a wild hook from Drake.
Drake doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Tomoguchi is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Drake.
Drake ducks under a wild hook from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi throws a body punch but Drake moves out of range.
Drake scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Decent striking displayed by Tomoguchi there.
Drake looks to land a right hand but Tomoguchi moved out of range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Drake jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tomoguchi ducks under a wild hook from Drake.
Tomoguchi dodges the punch combination from Drake.
Drake slips under a jab from Tomoguchi.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Dezmond Drake will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Tomoguchi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Drake.
Tomoguchi fails with an attempt to clinch.
Drake throws a shot from downtown. Tomoguchi moves away and avoids it.
Tomoguchi lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Drake scores with a body shot.
Dezmond Drake seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A left lands for Tomoguchi.
Drake takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Drake swings for the body but Tomoguchi moves out of range.
Drake ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Drake lands an overhand right.
Tomoguchi lands a jab.
Drake takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Drake connects with a right hand. Tomoguchi shakes it off.
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!
Drake misses the shot to the body.
A jab from Tomoguchi misses.
Tomoguchi closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Tomoguchi waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Drake.
Drake uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tomoguchi.#T1#
A looping hook to the body misses from Tomoguchi. Drake does a little dance to reset his feet.
It seemed like Drake was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Drake uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tomoguchi.
Drake scores with a punch to the head.
Drake's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Tomoguchi connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Drake scrambles back to his feet.
Drake misses with a wild body shot.
Drake misses with a body shot.
Tomoguchi throws a predictable looking body shot
and Drake cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Drake takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Tomoguchi fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Drake manages to avoid it.
A slow jab from Tomoguchi misses its intended target.
Nice uppercut lands for Drake. That snapped Tomoguchi's head back.
Tomoguchi is looking to clinch but Drake is avoiding it.
Tomoguchi misses with a jab to the body
and Drake cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Tomoguchi looks to land a right hand but Drake moved out of range.
Tomoguchi throws a body shot but no joy.
Tomoguchi misses the jab.
Tomoguchi misses with an uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jab from Tomoguchi.#T2#
Tomoguchi throws a hook but Drake blocks it.
Tomoguchi throws out a powerful jab.
Tomoguchi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A little jabbing left from Drake on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Tomoguchi tries to clinch there but Drake circles away.
Drake fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Drake just misses with a punch to the body.
Drake takes one to the chin there.
Tomoguchi uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Drake.#CL#
Tomoguchi clinches up with Drake and pushes him back against the cage.
Shinji Tomoguchi has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Tomoguchi creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Drake fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#BC2#
Drake breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Drake uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi slips a straight right by Drake.
Tomoguchi throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Drake throws a hook to the side of Tomoguchi's head but Tomoguchi sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Tomoguchi is looking to clinch.
Tomoguchi throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T3#
Drake slips under a jab.
Nice uppercut there from Tomoguchi.
Drake throws a body punch but Tomoguchi moves out of range.
Tomoguchi misses with a left hand
and Drake counters with a right hand to the body.
Tomoguchi works Drake's body with a nice hook.
Drake bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
A big left from Tomoguchi misses.
Tomoguchi throws a looping overhand right but Drake ducks down to avoid it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tomoguchi. Drake does a little dance to reset his feet.
Drake bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Tomoguchi throws a looping overhand right but Drake ducks down to avoid it.
Nice defenses there by Tomoguchi.
Drake lands a right hook to the body.
Tomoguchi pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tomoguchi tries to clinch but Drake is having none of it.
Drake misses with an uppercut. Tomoguchi saw that one coming.
Tomoguchi throws the left hand but Drake avoids the punch easily.
Drake misses the jab.
Tomoguchi is looking to counter punch.#T4#
Tomoguchi looks to throw the jab but Drake is out of range.
Tomoguchi moves in looking to clinch but Drake pushes him off.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tomoguchi defending well as Drake loads up on a big left hand.
Tomoguchi takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Drake throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Drake takes one to the side of the head.
Drake ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#CL#
Tomoguchi closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Drake blocking some punches.
Tomoguchi swings wildly with an uppercut but Drake uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tomoguchi stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Tomoguchi gets through Drake's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#BC2#
Drake pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nice cross by Drake.
The fighters circle momentarily. Tomoguchi darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Drake throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Drake takes one to the chin there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Shinji Tomoguchi dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Tomoguchi throws a big shot that misses.
Tomoguchi scores with a jab. Drake acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
A swing and a miss from Drake.
Drake scores with a hook.
Drake cracks Tomoguchi with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.#CL#
Tomoguchi moves into the clinch.
Tomoguchi lands with a short shot to the head.
Tomoguchi throws a punch but it's blocked by Drake.
Tomoguchi misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook from the clinch.
Tomoguchi lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Drake misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Drake gets through Tomoguchi's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Drake misses with a punch to the body.
A nice right hand lands inside from Drake.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tomoguchi digs a right hand into Drake's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Drake's gas tank.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Drake.
Tomoguchi tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tomoguchi doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
#T1#
The referee is keeping an eye on Drake - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Tomoguchi has a couple of punches blocked by Drake.
Nice body punch from Tomoguchi. #BC2#
Drake's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Tomoguchi ducks under a wild hook from Drake.
Tomoguchi misses with an uppercut. Drake saw that one coming.
A right-left combo lands from Drake.
Tomoguchi lands an overhand right.
Drake slips under a jab.
Tomoguchi tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Drake was well out of range. Poor timing from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi wants to clinch up but Drake keeps it at a distance.
Drake throws a shot from downtown. Tomoguchi moves away and avoids it.
Tomoguchi drops his hands momentarily and Drake takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Tomoguchi moves out of range of the strikes.
Tomoguchi misses the shot to the body.
Drake is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Drake fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Tomoguchi looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.#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!
Drake on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Tomoguchi misses the body punch
and Drake counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Tomoguchi thows a left - swing and a miss!
Drake takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Tomoguchi takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Tomoguchi tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Drake was well out of range. Poor timing from Tomoguchi.
Drake moves out of range of the strikes.
Tomoguchi throws a good cross that connects.
Drake throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Tomoguchi on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Tomoguchi throws a shot from downtown. Drake moves away and avoids it.
Tomoguchi tries to clinch but Drake moves away
and Drake counters with a lovely shot to the body.
A big right from Tomoguchi misses.
Tomoguchi takes a swing at Drake's ribcage but misses.
Drake has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Tomoguchi throws an overhand right that lands on Drake's shoulder, as Drake tries to avoid the shot.
Drake fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Tomoguchi fails in his attempt to clinch. #T3#
A jab from Drake misses.
Drake swings for the body but Tomoguchi moves out of range.
Tomoguchi tries to close the distance and clinch but Drake swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Drake lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Drake uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tomoguchi.
Drake missing with a left hand there. Tomoguchi was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Drake throws a poor cross that misses
and Tomoguchi counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Tomoguchi smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Drake keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tomoguchi throws an off balance right hand
and Drake counters with a left to the body.
Tomoguchi misses the shot to the body. #CL#
Tomoguchi drives through and clinches with Drake against the cage.
Drake presses Tomoguchi against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook to the ribs.
#BC2#
Drake pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Tomoguchi misses with a left hand
and Drake counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
The fighters circling - Tomoguchi throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A big right from Tomoguchi misses.
A big right from Drake misses.
Tomoguchi throws out a loose jab but Drake uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tomoguchi lands a nice hook to Drake's body. Drake takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Tomoguchi waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Drake.
A countering left hand to the body from Drake misses.
Drake throws a body shot but no joy.
Nice defenses there by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook
and Drake counters with a nice body shot.
Tomoguchi throws a jab when Drake was well out of range.
Tomoguchi waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Drake.
Drake fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Tomoguchi throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Drake counters with a stiff right hand.
Drake scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Tomoguchi doesn't seem bothered though.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#CL#
Tomoguchi clinches with his opponent.
Drake tries a body shot but Tomoguchi blocks it.
Tomoguchi fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Drake misses with a hook from the clinch.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Dezmond Drake.
I think Drake has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge James Glass scores the fight 28:29
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 29:29
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Dezmond Drake!
A very excited looking Dezmond Drake 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:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 10, 2022 |
#R1#
Bleak shoots in looking for a takedown but Tomoguchi manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Bleak's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Tomoguchi throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Bleak stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#CL2#
Tomoguchi instigates a clinch.
Bleak makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Tomoguchi tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Bleak's elbow.
Tomoguchi lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Tomoguchi throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
A short right from Tomoguchi on the inside.
Bleak can't get the takedown.
Bleak is trying to drag Tomoguchi to the mat but Tomoguchi just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Wulfgang Bleak. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bleak.
Bleak tries for a takedown but Tomoguchi manages to get underhooks.
Bleak has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Tomoguchi is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Tomoguchi lands with a right to the head.
Tomoguchi lands with a right to the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tomoguchi scores with a hook to the body.
Tomoguchi lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Bleak drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Tomoguchi gets the underhooks and prevents it.
#TD#
Bleak gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.#T1#
Tomoguchi desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Bleak throwing shots but Tomoguchi is blocking nicely.
We've been hearing good reports from Bleak's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Tomoguchi tries to roll over but Bleak keeps him under control.
Bleak throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Bleak thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Tomoguchi's head.
Tomoguchi makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi looking for a sweep. Not yet Tomoguchi, not yet.
Bleak missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #SUB#
Bleak drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Tomoguchi dives on top into guard.#REVB#
Tomoguchi wants to control from the top but Bleak keeps moving. #T2##SUB#
Bleak is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Tomoguchi defends well.#SUB#
Bleak throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Bleak being controlled here, momentarily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Bleak looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB#
Bleak working for a triangle but Tomoguchi defends it easily.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Bleak wants to hit a sweep here but Tomoguchi passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Bleak there! #T3#
Bleak tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Tomoguchi controlling the pace for now.
Bleak is trying desperately to improve position.
Bleak is working hard here to advance position.#T4#
Tomoguchi takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Bleak is squirming around, avoiding Tomoguchi's attempts to control the action.
Tomoguchi controlling from the full mount.
Bleak is looking to get to half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Shinji Tomoguchi dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Bleak throws a body punch but Tomoguchi moves out of range.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!#CL#
Bleak moves into the clinch.
Tomoguchi tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tomoguchi throws a punch but it's blocked by Bleak.
Tomoguchi swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tomoguchi tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tomoguchi misses with the head strike.
Shinji Tomoguchi seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Bleak is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Tomoguchi gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Bleak wants to take the fight to the mat but Tomoguchi manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Tomoguchi scores with a shoulder strike.
A nice left hand lands by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi misses with a punch on the inside.
Bleak is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Tomoguchi gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Wulfgang Bleak. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tomoguchi scores with an uppercut up the middle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A short left from Bleak.
Tomoguchi scores with a shoulder strike.
Tomoguchi misses with a punch to the body.
Tomoguchi has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Bleak works on Tomoguchi's body with a couple of short punches.
Tomoguchi stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A short right from Tomoguchi. #T1#
Bleak blocks an uppercut.
Bleak wants to take the fight to the mat but Tomoguchi manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Tomoguchi misses with a short punch on the inside.
Tomoguchi misses with a punch to the body.
Tomoguchi doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tomoguchi.
A nice right hand lands inside from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi tries a body shot but Bleak blocks it.
Tomoguchi misses with a short punch on the inside.
Bleak tries to score a body lock takedown but Tomoguchi shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Tomoguchi is working Bleak over against the cage.
Bleak blocking some punches.
Tomoguchi lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Tomoguchi misses with a body punch.
Tomoguchi lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Bleak backwards.
Bleak tries to score a body lock takedown but Tomoguchi shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Tomoguchi throws a punch but it's blocked by Bleak.
Bleak is looking for a takedown.
Tomoguchi lands a right hand. #T2#
Bleak drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Tomoguchi gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Tomoguchi tries to work over Bleak's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Bleak blocks a body shot from Tomoguchi.
A short right from Tomoguchi on the inside.
Tomoguchi goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tomoguchi lands a nice uppercut.
Tomoguchi misses with a short punch on the inside.
Tomoguchi swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tomoguchi doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tomoguchi blocks an uppercut.
Tomoguchi misses with a body punch.
Tomoguchi is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Bleak tries to throw a body punch but Tomoguchi avoids it by throwing Bleak back against the cage.
Tomoguchi working aggressively here.
Bleak tries to score a body lock takedown but Tomoguchi shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Tomoguchi misses with some punches.
Bleak blocks an uppercut.
#T3#
Bleak blocks an uppercut.
Tomoguchi throws a punch but it's blocked by Bleak.
Bleak goes for a takedown in the clinch but Tomoguchi prevents it.
Bleak drops down looking for an ankle pick but Tomoguchi pulls his leg out and moves away.
Bleak changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Tomoguchi tries to avoid it but Bleak manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Tomoguchi to the ground. Tomoguchi escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Tomoguchi connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Tomoguchi swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Bleak.
Tomoguchi throws a good cross that connects.
Shinji Tomoguchi is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Bleak ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tomoguchi moves away.
Bleak looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#CL2#
Tomoguchi gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Tomoguchi as Bleak tries to tie him up.
Bleak stalling in the clinch but Tomoguchi improves position.
Tomoguchi tries to work over Bleak's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Tomoguchi throws a head punch that misses.
Bleak is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Tomoguchi is defending well.#T4#
Tomoguchi lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Tomoguchi tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Bleak's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Bleak scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tomoguchi lands with a right to the head.
Bleak tries to score a body lock takedown but Tomoguchi shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Tomoguchi lands a shot to the body.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi throws a head punch that misses.
Tomoguchi pushes Bleak back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Bleak drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Tomoguchi is working Bleak over against the cage.
Tomoguchi tries to work over Bleak's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Tomoguchi lands a left hand.
Tomoguchi misses with some punches.
A short uppercut from Tomoguchi.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Shinji Tomoguchi showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Tomoguchi connects with a body shot that sends Bleak's belly button to the back.
Tomoguchi uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Bleak has time to react.
Bleak moves out of range as Tomoguchi strikes.
Tomoguchi leaves Bleak with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Tomoguchi throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bleak looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Tomoguchi is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.#CL2#
Tomoguchi closes the distance and pushes Bleak back into the cage.
Tomoguchi lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Tomoguchi swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Bleak wants a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Wulfgang Bleak. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tomoguchi lands a shoulder strike.
Tomoguchi swings wildly with an uppercut but Bleak uses good head movement to avoid it.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bleak.
Tomoguchi misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Bleak goes for a takedown in the clinch but Tomoguchi prevents it.
#T1#
Tomoguchi lands with a light punch inside.
Bleak drops down looking for an ankle pick but Tomoguchi pulls his leg out and moves away.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Bleak walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#CL2#
Tomoguchi drives through and clinches with Bleak against the cage.
Tomoguchi working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Tomoguchi fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Bleak has Tomoguchi pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Tomoguchi manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Still in the clinch, Tomoguchi scores with a nice short uppercut.
Bleak is trying to drag Tomoguchi to the mat but Tomoguchi just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Tomoguchi has a couple of punches blocked by Bleak.
Tomoguchi misses with the head strike.
Bleak tries to work over Tomoguchi's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Tomoguchi tries to throw a body punch but Bleak avoids it by throwing Tomoguchi back against the cage.
Tomoguchi misses with a punch on the inside.
Wulfgang Bleak has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Tomoguchi misses with some punches.
Tomoguchi working aggressively here.
Tomoguchi stops a takedown attempt from Bleak.
Bleak tries to score a body lock takedown but Tomoguchi shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Tomoguchi stops a takedown attempt from Bleak.
Tomoguchi misses with a punch to the body.
A head punch on the inside from Tomoguchi fails to land.
Tomoguchi misses with a punch to the body.
Tomoguchi swings wildly with an uppercut but Bleak uses good head movement to avoid it.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bleak drops down looking for an ankle pick but Tomoguchi pulls his leg out and moves away.
Bleak on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Tomoguchi getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Tomoguchi takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Tomoguchi cracks Bleak with a good jab.
Shinji Tomoguchi seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Tomoguchi bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Bleak's head.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Bleak is defended easily by Tomoguchi.#T3#
Bleak missing with a left hand there. Tomoguchi was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Tomoguchi bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Jab by Tomoguchi.
Bleak throws a shot from downtown. Tomoguchi moves away and avoids it.#CL#
Bleak clinches up against the cage.
Tomoguchi lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook from the clinch.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook from the clinch.
Tomoguchi struggles to land a body shot inside as Bleak controls his hands.
Tomoguchi prevents a takedown attempt there.
Tomoguchi misses with the head strike.
Bleak is struggling to control the position.
Bleak goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Bleak blocking some punches.
Bleak is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Tomoguchi gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Tomoguchi.#T4#
Tomoguchi tries a body shot but Bleak blocks it.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bleak.
Bleak wants to take the fight to the mat but Tomoguchi manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Tomoguchi lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Bleak.
A nice left hand lands by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi tries to throw a body punch but Bleak avoids it by throwing Tomoguchi back against the cage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tomoguchi is defending well against a takedown attempt.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Tomoguchi throws a punch but it's blocked by Bleak.
Tomoguchi lands with a left to the head.
Tomoguchi has a couple of punches blocked by Bleak.
Tomoguchi prevents a takedown attempt there.
#TD#
Bleak has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Tomoguchi clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
Tomoguchi turns into Bleak and is now in his guard.
Tomoguchi stopping the sweep attempt from Bleak.
And that's the end of the fight!
Shinji Tomoguchi comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Tomoguchi has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Sergei Dronov scores the fight 27:30
Judge Valeri Chadov scores the fight 27:30
Judge Ivan Kurochkin scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Shinji Tomoguchi!
A less than humble Shinji Tomoguchi misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.
The defeated Wulfgang Bleak had this to say: 'I don't mind the pain, it helps remember the lesson. Great job by my opponent, he earned it. But I will be back!'. |
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Event:
WCF 115: Diaz vs Craino
Date: Mar 12, 2022 |
#R1#
Dilbrandt throws a hook to the side of Tomoguchi's head but Tomoguchi sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Tomoguchi takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Dilbrandt slips a straight right by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Dilbrandt is looking to counter punch.
Dilbrandt throws a hook to the side of Tomoguchi's head but Tomoguchi sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#CL2#
Tomoguchi rushes Dilbrandt and presses him up against the cage.
Tomoguchi misses with the head strike.
Tomoguchi throws a head punch that misses.
Still in the clinch, Tomoguchi scores with a nice short uppercut.
Dilbrandt blocking some punches.
Dilbrandt fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tomoguchi swings away with an uppercut that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tomoguchi misses with a body punch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dilbrandt.
Tomoguchi throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Dilbrandts head.
Tomoguchi lands with a short shot to the head.
Tomoguchi lands a body punch. #T1#
Dilbrandt blocking some punches.
Tomoguchi fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Dilbrandt.
Tomoguchi tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tomoguchi scores with a nice hook to the head.
Tomoguchi lands a nice uppercut.
Tomoguchi misses with some punches.
Dilbrandt tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tomoguchi blocks a body shot from Dilbrandt.
Dilbrandt throws a head punch that misses.
We've been informed that Tomoguchi has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Tomoguchi misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Dilbrandt throws a punch but it's blocked by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi misses with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
#T2#
Tomoguchi throws a punch but it's blocked by Dilbrandt.
Tomoguchi lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Dilbrandt backwards.
Tomoguchi misses with a short punch on the inside.
Tomoguchi can't find room to land a body shot as Dilbrandt controls the action.
Tomoguchi working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dilbrandt.
Tomoguchi misses with a punch to the body.
Dilbrandt misses with a short punch on the inside.
This has been an exciting period of action!
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi pushes Dilbrandt back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Tomoguchi has a couple of punches blocked by Dilbrandt.
Dilbrandt fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tomoguchi lands a shoulder strike.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tomoguchi swings away with an uppercut that misses.
#T3#
Dilbrandt blocks an uppercut.
Nice body punch from Tomoguchi.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Tomoguchi creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Dilbrandt throws a head punch that misses.
Tomoguchi lands a left hand.
Tomoguchi swings wildly with an uppercut but Dilbrandt uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dilbrandt blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tomoguchi lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Tomoguchi working aggressively here.
Tomoguchi lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Dilbrandt blocking some punches.
Tomoguchi blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tomoguchi lands an uppercut.#T4#
Tomoguchi lands a body punch.
Dilbrandt blocks an uppercut.
Tomoguchi throws a punch but it's blocked by Dilbrandt.
A head punch on the inside from Tomoguchi fails to land.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tomoguchi lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Dilbrandt backwards.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tomoguchi.
Dilbrandt blocks a body shot from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi working aggressively here.
Tomoguchi cracks Dilbrandt with a nice body shot.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dilbrandt.
A nice left hand lands by Tomoguchi.
Dilbrandt misses with a punch to the body.
Dilbrandt misses with a hook from the clinch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi lands with a left to the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Shinji Tomoguchi dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Dilbrandt takes a swing at Tomoguchi's ribcage but misses.
It seemed like Tomoguchi was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Tomoguchi throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
It looked like Dilbrandt wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Dilbrandt seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Dilbrandt swings for the body but Tomoguchi moves out of range.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Jab by Dilbrandt.
Dilbrandt takes one on the chin but seems OK.
#CL#
Dilbrandt closes the distance and pushes Tomoguchi back into the cage.
Dilbrandt goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tomoguchi lands a right hand.
Tomoguchi fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tomoguchi misses with the head strike.
Tomoguchi throws a punch but it's blocked by Dilbrandt.
Tomoguchi fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tomoguchi working aggressively here.
Tomoguchi throws a head punch that misses.
Dilbrandt tries to throw a body punch but Tomoguchi avoids it by throwing Dilbrandt back against the cage.
Dilbrandt stalling.
A nice right hand lands inside from Tomoguchi. #T1#
Tomoguchi tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Dilbrandt struggles to land a body shot inside as Tomoguchi controls his hands.
Tomoguchi misses with the head strike.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tomoguchi tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A shot in the inside from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tomoguchi blocking some punches.
Tomoguchi scores with a nice hook to the head.
Tomoguchi tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Dilbrandt's elbow.
Tomoguchi lands a shoulder strike.
Dilbrandt tries a body shot but Tomoguchi blocks it.
Tomoguchi misses with a punch on the inside.
Dilbrandt blocks a body shot from Tomoguchi. #T2#
Tomoguchi working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Tomoguchi throws a head punch that misses.
Dilbrandt goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Dilbrandt doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Shinji Tomoguchi seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Tomoguchi lands a hook that snaps the head of Dilbrandt backwards.
Tomoguchi lands with a left to the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tomoguchi lands a left hand that snaps the head of Dilbrandt backwards.
Tomoguchi misses with a punch on the inside.
Dilbrandt misses with a hook from the clinch.
Dilbrandt misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tomoguchi lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Dilbrandt backwards.
Tomoguchi scores with a nice hook to the head.
A short right from Tomoguchi. #ROC2#Dilbrandt is rocked!
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi lands a shoulder strike.
Oh Dilbrandt is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#T3#
Tomoguchi lands a body punch.
Dilbrandt seems to have got his legs back now.
Tomoguchi lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Tomoguchi misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Dilbrandt working aggressively here.
Tomoguchi lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Tomoguchi fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Dilbrandt blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tomoguchi has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Dilbrandt blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tomoguchi misses with the head strike.
Tomoguchi lands a right hand that snaps the head of Dilbrandt backwards.
Tomoguchi lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Dilbrandt backwards.
Tomoguchi lands a body punch.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Tomoguchi creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Dilbrandt misses with some punches.
#T4#
Tomoguchi misses with a body punch.
Tomoguchi blocks a body shot from Dilbrandt.
A short right from Tomoguchi on the inside.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook from the clinch.
Dilbrandt prevents a body shot from Tomoguchi.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dilbrandt takes a shot to the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tomoguchi.
A right handed body shot lands from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Dilbrandt's elbow.
Dilbrandt scores with a shoulder strike.
Tomoguchi misses with a body punch.
Tomoguchi is working Dilbrandt over against the cage.
Tomoguchi has a couple of punches blocked by Dilbrandt.
A short right from Tomoguchi on the inside.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Shinji Tomoguchi 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. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3##CL2#
Dilbrandt tries to keep at a distance but Tomoguchi has taken the fight into the clinch.
Tomoguchi swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A nice left hand lands by Tomoguchi.
Dilbrandt blocks a body shot from Tomoguchi.
Dilbrandt blocks a body shot from Tomoguchi.
A head punch on the inside from Tomoguchi fails to land.
Tomoguchi tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Dilbrandt tries to throw a body punch but Tomoguchi avoids it by throwing Dilbrandt back against the cage.
Still in the clinch, Tomoguchi scores with a nice short uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A body shot lands from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi misses with a short punch on the inside.
Tomoguchi scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Dilbrandt takes a shot to the head.
Tomoguchi working aggressively here.
#T1#
Tomoguchi goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tomoguchi tries a body shot but Dilbrandt blocks it.
Tomoguchi misses with a short punch on the inside.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Tomoguchi creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Tomoguchi lands a hook that snaps the head of Dilbrandt backwards.
Tomoguchi lands with a light punch inside.
Tomoguchi misses with the head strike.
Tomoguchi is leaning against Dilbrandt and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Tomoguchi throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Dilbrandts head.
Tomoguchi lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Tomoguchi lands a right hand that snaps the head of Dilbrandt backwards.
Tomoguchi struggles to land a body shot inside as Dilbrandt controls his hands.
Tomoguchi stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
A short right from Tomoguchi on the inside.
Dudley Dilbrandt has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dilbrandt.
Tomoguchi misses with a short punch on the inside.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Dilbrandt scores with a shoulder strike.
Tomoguchi tries a body shot but Dilbrandt blocks it.
Tomoguchi lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Good body shot from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Dilbrandt blocking some punches.
A short left from Tomoguchi.
Dilbrandt tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tomoguchi pushes Dilbrandt back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Tomoguchi lands an uppercut.#T3#
Dilbrandt misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tomoguchi throws a head punch that misses.
Dilbrandt blocking some punches.
Tomoguchi digs a right hand into Dilbrandt's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Dilbrandt's gas tank.
Tomoguchi stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Tomoguchi throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Dilbrandts head.
Dilbrandt will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Tomoguchi up against the cage.
Dilbrandt lands with a left to the head.
Tomoguchi has a couple of punches blocked by Dilbrandt.
Dilbrandt blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A body shot lands from Dilbrandt.
Tomoguchi blocking some punches.
#T4#
A short right hand to the side of the head by Tomoguchi.
A head punch on the inside from Tomoguchi fails to land.
Dilbrandt swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Dilbrandt lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Dilbrandt blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tomoguchi lands on the inside with an uppercut.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Dilbrandt blocks an uppercut.
Tomoguchi misses with a short punch on the inside.
Tomoguchi working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook from the clinch.
Tomoguchi lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Tomoguchi can't find room to land a body shot as Dilbrandt controls the action.
Tomoguchi blocking some punches.
A hook to the body from Tomoguchi.
A head punch on the inside from Tomoguchi fails to land.
Dilbrandt misses with a punch on the inside.
Tomoguchi lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
And that's the end of the fight!
Shinji Tomoguchi comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Tomoguchi 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 Micheangelo Fripello scores the fight 27:30
Judge Ryoma Takatsuka scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jeff Smith scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Shinji Tomoguchi!
Shinji Tomoguchi spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant. |
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Event:
ENIGMA 72
Date: Jan 16, 2022 |
#R1#
Billabong fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tomoguchi manages to avoid it.
Tomoguchi throwing a counter right hand but Billabong manages to avoid it.
Billabong avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Billabong looks to throw the jab but Tomoguchi is out of range.
Tomoguchi has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Deathsquad in the buildup to the fight.
Billabong ducks under a wild hook from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Billabong manages to avoid it.
Nice uppercut there from Tomoguchi.#CL#
Tomoguchi has taken the fight to the clinch.
Tomoguchi tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #BC2#
Billabong breaks the clinch.
Billabong slips a jab from Tomoguchi.
Billabong has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Billabong there as he acknowledges the shot.
Billabong slips under a jab.
Billabong misses with a looping right.
Billabong misses with a hook. Tomoguchi ducked under it nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tomoguchi misses with a lunging right hand
#TD2#
and Billabong counters with a single leg into guard. Tomoguchi didn't expect that.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Billabong pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Tomoguchi is keeping the position for now.
Billabong not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T1#
Tomoguchi is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Billabong loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Billabong throws a big elbow that misses.
Tomoguchi working a defensive guard here.
Billabong forces his way into half guard.
Billabong thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Tomoguchi's head.
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. Billabong connects with a nice short shot to Tomoguchi's temple. #T2#
Billabong thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Billabong is trying to control the action in half guard but Tomoguchi is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Billabong sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Tomoguchi defending well though.
Billabong tries to pass to full mount but Tomoguchi defends it.
Billabong looks to land a strike but Tomoguchi avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Billabong working some strikes from top position.
Tomoguchi knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Billabong on the ground.#SUB2#
Billabong drops back for a leg here. A bit of a high risk move... He's looking for a kneebar by the looks of things. Now both of them are looking for submissions. Billabong seems to have locked his on tight now - Tomoguchi screams in pain and taps out furiously! It certainly was a high risk move but it's paid off for Billabong, as he picks up the win!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Johnny Billabong!
Johnny Billabong bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it. |
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Event:
ENIGMA MONDAY NIGHT FIGHTS
Date: Dec 13, 2021 |
#R1#
Silva moves away from the strike by Tomoguchi. #CL2#
Tomoguchi gets a clinch.
A left hand lands to the body for Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi misses with a body punch.
Tomoguchi tries a body shot but Silva blocks it.
Tomoguchi misses with a body punch.
Tomoguchi lands with a right to the head.
Silva drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Silva definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Tomoguchi throws a head punch that misses.
Good body shot from Tomoguchi.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tomoguchi scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Tomoguchi is leaning against Silva and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Tomoguchi lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Tomoguchi tries a body shot but Silva blocks it.
Tomoguchi lands with a short head shot on the inside. #T1#
Tomoguchi swings wildly with an uppercut but Silva uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nice body punch from Tomoguchi - that landed with a thud.
A head punch on the inside from Tomoguchi fails to land.
Tomoguchi fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tomoguchi throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Tomoguchi goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tomoguchi lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Tomoguchi misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tomoguchi digs a right hand into Silva's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Silva's gas tank.
A nice left hand lands by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi misses with a punch to the body.
Silva goes for a takedown attempt but Tomoguchi pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Tomoguchi scores with a jab. Silva acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Tomoguchi tries to close the distance and clinch up but Silva swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Shinji Tomoguchi is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T2#
Tomoguchi stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Tomoguchi ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Silva moves away.
Tomoguchi jabs Silva to the body, keeping him at a distance.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Silva.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Thor Silva. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tomoguchi misses with a straight left.
Tomoguchi with a hook.
Tomoguchi clobbers Silva with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Silva throws a shot from downtown. Tomoguchi moves away and avoids it.
Silva tries for a takedown but Tomoguchi sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Tomoguchi throws a body punch but Silva moves out of range.
Silva cracks Tomoguchi with a good jab.#CL#
Tomoguchi gets tackled into the cage by Silva. Silva maintains the clinch.
Tomoguchi has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Tomoguchi throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Tomoguchi misses with a punch on the inside.
Tomoguchi lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Tomoguchi pushes Silva back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Silva wants to break free but Tomoguchi has control.
Tomoguchi swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tomoguchi lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #T3#
Silva drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Tomoguchi gets the underhooks and prevents it.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Tomoguchi.
Silva blocks a body shot from Tomoguchi.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Tomoguchi creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Silva has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Tomoguchi avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Tomoguchi lands a hook to the side of the head.
Tomoguchi lands a nice uppercut.
Silva tries for a takedown but Tomoguchi manages to get underhooks.
A short right from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Still in the clinch, Tomoguchi scores with a nice short uppercut.
Tomoguchi goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A nice right hand lands inside from Tomoguchi. #T4#
Silva is looking for a takedown.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tomoguchi scores with a hook to the body.
Silva fails to pull guard.
Tomoguchi lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Tomoguchi working aggressively here.
Still in the clinch, Tomoguchi scores with a nice short uppercut.
Tomoguchi working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Tomoguchi working aggressively here.
Tomoguchi pushes Silva back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Tomoguchi pushes Silva back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Tomoguchi scores with a shoulder strike.
Tomoguchi misses with a body punch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Tomoguchi.
A nice right hand lands inside from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tomoguchi lands an uppercut.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Shinji Tomoguchi dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Tomoguchi throws a hook to the side of Silva's head but Silva sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Silva throws a series of punches but Tomoguchi avoids them all with ease.
Tomoguchi slips under a jab from Silva.
It seemed like Tomoguchi was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Silva scores with a sloppy right hand. Tomoguchi should have avoided that one.
Tomoguchi tests Silva's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Tomoguchi swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tomoguchi lands a jab to the nose.
No luck for Silva with that takedown attempt. #CL#
Silva moves into range and clinches up with Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Tomoguchi lands an uppercut.
Tomoguchi scores with a shoulder strike.
Tomoguchi tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Silva's elbow.
Tomoguchi has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tomoguchi lands a body shot in the clinch.
Tomoguchi tries to work over Silva's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Silva tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Tomoguchi just stands there and leans against the cage.
Tomoguchi pushes Silva back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. #T1#
Tomoguchi lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Tomoguchi scores with a nice hook to the head.
Tomoguchi lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Silva backwards.
Tomoguchi tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Silva's elbow.
Silva blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A short left from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Silva drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Tomoguchi gets the underhooks and prevents it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Thor Silva. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A body shot lands from Tomoguchi.
Silva is looking to take this one to the mat.
Silva blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tomoguchi lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Tomoguchi throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.#T2#
A short uppercut from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi lands with a right to the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tomoguchi softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Tomoguchi misses with some punches.
Nice body punch from Tomoguchi - that landed with a thud.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Still in the clinch, Tomoguchi scores with a nice short uppercut.#TD#
Silva has hold of one of Tomoguchi's legs. Tomoguchi is fighting the takedown attempt but Silva gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Silva postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Tomoguchi has Silva pulled in close to control his posture. #SUB#
Silva is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Tomoguchi is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Tomoguchi has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB##SUB#
Silva working for a triangle but Tomoguchi defends it easily.
#T3#
Tomoguchi content to stall in guard here.
My spies in Deathsquad inform me that Tomoguchi has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Tomoguchi really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Silva. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Silva working for submissions but it's allowed Tomoguchi to get to half guard.
#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Tomoguchi wants to pass to mount but Silva is defending the position.
Tomoguchi controlling the action here. #SUB#
Silva looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Silva is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Tomoguchi pulls his head out easily.
Tomoguchi wants to free his trapped foot but Silva is holding on for dear life with his legs. #SUB#
Silva actively working from the bottom here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Shinji Tomoguchi showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. And we move into the final round!#R3#
Silva shoots in and drives through. Tomoguchi sprawls well.
Silva scores with a nice head shot.
Silva misses with a hook. Tomoguchi ducked under it nicely.
Silva shoots for a double leg takedown but Tomoguchi sprawls well. He's pushed Silva's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. #TD#
Silva looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.#SUB#
Silva is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
The fighters are battling for position here. Tomoguchi manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Tomoguchi trying to control the position here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Silva with a flurry of punches that miss. #T1#
Tomoguchi preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Silva working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Silva with a nice head shot there.
Tomoguchi is pulling down on Silva's head to control his posture. #SUB#
Silva drops back, looking for a kneebar! Tomoguchi looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Tomoguchi looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Tomoguchi! #REVB#
Silva looking for a sweep but Tomoguchi has passed into full mount! Oh no!
Tomoguchi controlling from mount.
Silva is wriggling around trying to escape.
#T2#
Tomoguchi controlling the pace for now.
Silva can't escape the position.
Silva wants to control but Tomoguchi is having none of it.
Tomoguchi controlling from the full mount.
Silva wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back.
Tomoguchi controls the position.
Silva trying to control the action but Tomoguchi just sinks the hooks in.
Silva tries to escape but Tomoguchi has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #T3#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Silva turns into Tomoguchi and is now in his guard.
Tomoguchi wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Tomoguchi looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Silva wants to pass the guard but Tomoguchi is keeping the position.#SUB#
Silva postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Tomoguchi is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Silva, into his guard. #REVB#
Tomoguchi looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Shinji Tomoguchi has got the better of the ground game so far.#T4##SUB#
Silva is looking for a triangle but Tomoguchi pushes his legs off easily.
Silva being controlled here, momentarily.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Silva is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Shinji Tomoguchi.
Well Tomoguchi has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Russell Pearce scores the fight 27:29
Judge Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jorge Garcia scores the fight 27:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Shinji Tomoguchi!
After the fight, Shinji Tomoguchi was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly. |
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Event:
ENIGMA 56
Date: Nov 21, 2021 |
#R1#
Tomoguchi blocks a head kick by Draganov.
Tomoguchi misses with a looping left.
Tomoguchi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Draganov was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Tomoguchi has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Draganov takes a swing at Tomoguchi's ribcage but misses.
Draganov connects with a good right hand that stumbles Tomoguchi. Tomoguchi circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Tomoguchi swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Draganov takes a swing at Tomoguchi's ribcage but misses.
Draganov moves out of range as Tomoguchi strikes.
Nice shot by Tomoguchi.#CL2#
Tomoguchi has managed to clinch.
Tomoguchi prevents a body shot from Draganov.
Tomoguchi throws a punch but it's blocked by Draganov.
Tomoguchi fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Draganov lands a body punch.
Draganov has a couple of punches blocked by Tomoguchi.
A short right from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi blocks an uppercut.
Tomoguchi swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Draganov misses with a punch on the inside.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A head punch on the inside from Draganov fails to land.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Tomoguchi.
Draganov prevents a body shot from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Draganov blocks a body shot from Tomoguchi. #T1#
Tomoguchi swings wildly with an uppercut but Draganov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tomoguchi takes a shot to the head.
A right handed body shot lands from Draganov.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Draganov.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Draganov.
Draganov cracks Tomoguchi with a nice body shot.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Tomoguchi.
Draganov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Draganov.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Draganov.
Draganov blocks a body shot from Tomoguchi.
Draganov lands with a light punch inside.
Draganov leaning against his opponent.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook to the ribs.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Draganov.
A right hand to the body from Draganov.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Tomoguchi.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Draganov creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Draganov lands a right hand that snaps the head of Tomoguchi backwards.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Draganov blocks a body shot from Tomoguchi.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tomoguchi.
Draganov is working Tomoguchi over against the cage.#T2#
Tomoguchi working aggressively here.
Draganov blocks an uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Tomoguchi fails to land.
Tomoguchi throws a punch but it's blocked by Draganov.
Tomoguchi prevents a body shot from Draganov.
Tomoguchi prevents a body shot from Draganov.
Draganov misses with a body punch.
Draganov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Tomoguchi tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Draganov softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Tomoguchi prevents a body shot from Draganov.
Draganov working aggressively here.
Draganov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tomoguchi presses Draganov against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Tomoguchi can't find room to land a body shot as Draganov controls the action.
Tomoguchi has a couple of punches blocked by Draganov.
Draganov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Tomoguchi misses with a body punch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tomoguchi.
Draganov lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Draganov swings wildly with an uppercut but Tomoguchi uses good head movement to avoid it.
Draganov lands a left hand.
#T3#
Tomoguchi misses with the head strike.
Draganov tries to work over Tomoguchi's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Draganov works on Tomoguchi's body with a couple of short punches.
Draganov tries to throw a body punch but Tomoguchi avoids it by throwing Draganov back against the cage.
Draganov working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Tomoguchi throws a punch but it's blocked by Draganov.
A nice right hand lands inside from Draganov.
Draganov pushes Tomoguchi back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Draganov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Draganov throws a punch but it's blocked by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi throws a punch but it's blocked by Draganov.
Draganov scores with a nice hook to the head.
Tomoguchi working aggressively here.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Draganov.
Draganov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tomoguchi blocks a body shot from Draganov.
Tomoguchi tries to throw a body punch but Draganov avoids it by throwing Tomoguchi back against the cage.
Draganov digs a right hand into Tomoguchi's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Tomoguchi's gas tank.
Draganov scores with a nice hook to the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tomoguchi misses with a punch on the inside.
Draganov tries to work over Tomoguchi's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A battle for position here, against the cage.#T4#
Draganov lands an uppercut.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Draganov scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Draganov tries to work over Tomoguchi's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A nice right hand lands inside from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi pushes Draganov back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Draganov scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Draganov trying to control the position but instead, Tomoguchi has worked for underhooks and has pushed Draganov into the cage.
Draganov blocking some punches.
Draganov misses with a punch on the inside.
#BC#
Draganov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Draganov feints and then cracks Tomoguchi's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Tomoguchi down.
Shinji Tomoguchi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tomoguchi tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Draganov paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Draganov lands with a thumping leg kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Draganov's jab looks to have found its range, popping Tomoguchi under the eye.
Sloppy strikes from Draganov. Those never looked like landing.
Despite the aggression on Tomoguchi's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Draganov walks into a left hand. #CL#
Draganov gets a clinch.
Tomoguchi misses with a punch on the inside.
Draganov lands a hook that snaps the head of Tomoguchi backwards.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ivan Draganov dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Tomoguchi takes one on the button.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Draganov throws a head kick but Tomoguchi moves out of range.
Tomoguchi's corner calls for a 1-2. Tomoguchi obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Draganov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tomoguchi was well out of range. Poor timing from Draganov.
Draganov avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Draganov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi walks into a left hand.
Tomoguchi on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Tomoguchi misses with a body shot.
Draganov is looking to counter punch.
Tomoguchi throws a jab when Draganov was well out of range.
Draganov throws a leg kick but Tomoguchi sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Draganov shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
A big right from Draganov misses.
Draganov throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi misses with a looping right.
Tomoguchi ducks under a wild hook from Draganov.
Draganov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Tomoguchi cracks Draganov with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Draganov throws a lazy right hand but Tomoguchi sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tomoguchi. Draganov does a little dance to reset his feet.
It looked like Draganov wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Tomoguchi checks the leg kick nicely there.
#T1#
Draganov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tomoguchi was well out of range. Poor timing from Draganov.
Draganov throws a head kick that misses.
Tomoguchi missing with a left hand there. Draganov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Tomoguchi cracks Draganov with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Tomoguchi throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Draganov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Tomoguchi swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Draganov slips a straight right by Tomoguchi.
Draganov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Draganov went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Tomoguchi ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Draganov moves away.
Tomoguchi thuds his right hand into Draganov's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Tomoguchi throws the left hand but Draganov avoids the punch easily.
A jab from Tomoguchi misses.
Draganov was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Draganov throws a low kick but Tomoguchi moves out of range easily.
Tomoguchi now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Draganov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
An attempted straight right counter from Draganov misses the target.
Tomoguchi looks to throw the jab but Draganov is out of range.
Tomoguchi scores with a crisp jab that stopped Draganov in his tracks. #CL#
Draganov drives through and clinches with Tomoguchi against the cage.
Draganov is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Draganov struggles to land a body shot inside as Tomoguchi controls his hands.
#T2#
Tomoguchi misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Draganov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Draganov blocking some punches.
Draganov lands with a light punch inside.
Ivan Draganov has scored more points in the clinch so far.
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!
Tomoguchi blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#BC#
Draganov breaks the clinch.
Draganov keeps the fight on the outside.#CL2#
Tomoguchi drives through and clinches with Draganov against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Draganov.
Draganov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Draganov lands a right hand that snaps the head of Tomoguchi backwards.
Shinji Tomoguchi has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Draganov throws a head punch that misses.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi has a couple of punches blocked by Draganov.
Draganov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tomoguchi works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Tomoguchi misses with the head strike.
Draganov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tomoguchi can do to turn this around?
Tomoguchi misses with a body punch.
Tomoguchi doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tomoguchi scores with a shoulder strike.
Draganov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Draganov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
#T3#
Tomoguchi pushes Draganov back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Tomoguchi lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Tomoguchi misses with a punch on the inside.
Draganov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Draganov lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Tomoguchi throws a punch but it's blocked by Draganov.
Draganov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tomoguchi fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Draganov misses with a punch to the body.
Draganov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Draganov lands a right hand that snaps the head of Tomoguchi backwards.
Tomoguchi stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
A body shot lands from Tomoguchi.
Draganov tries to throw a body punch but Tomoguchi avoids it by throwing Draganov back against the cage.
Draganov struggles to land a body shot inside as Tomoguchi controls his hands.
Tomoguchi has a couple of punches blocked by Draganov.
Tomoguchi has a couple of punches blocked by Draganov.
Tomoguchi blocks a body shot from Draganov.
Tomoguchi blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tomoguchi.
Draganov working some nice short punches in the clinch.#T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi scores with a shoulder strike.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Tomoguchi as Draganov tries to tie him up.
Tomoguchi blocks an uppercut.
Draganov softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Draganov blocking some punches.
Draganov tries to work over Tomoguchi's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC#
Draganov manages to break the clinch.
Draganov scores with a jab.
Tomoguchi scores with a jab. Draganov acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Draganov tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Tomoguchi scores with a jab.
Tomoguchi misses the shot to the body.
Draganov moves away from the strike by Tomoguchi.
Draganov feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Tomoguchi throws a lazy right hand but Draganov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Draganov throws a quick counter head kick but Tomoguchi was just out of range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Draganov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tomoguchi.
Draganov slips a jab from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi misses with a left hand
and Draganov counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Tomoguchi with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Draganov to score with a decent uppercut.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Shinji Tomoguchi will probably get the nod - 10:9.
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#
Draganov scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Draganov misses with a straight right.
Tomoguchi let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Nice shot by Tomoguchi.
Draganov throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Tomoguchi misses with a straight right.
Draganov jabs Tomoguchi right on the nose. Tomoguchi blinks but takes it well.
Draganov is looking to land body kicks.
Tomoguchi throws out a counter right but Draganov avoids it with no problem.
Draganov throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Draganov throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Tomoguchi stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Draganov comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Tomoguchi tries to close the distance and clinch up but Draganov swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Draganov feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Draganov takes a swing at Tomoguchi's ribcage but misses.
Draganov loads up on a big right hand but Tomoguchi slips the punch.
Tomoguchi waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Draganov.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tomoguchi. Draganov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tomoguchi misses with an uppercut. Draganov saw that one coming.
It looks like Draganov has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Draganov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tomoguchi.
Draganov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tomoguchi was well out of range. Poor timing from Draganov.
A low kick lands for Draganov.
Tomoguchi cracks Draganov with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.#T1#
Draganov scoring well with a low kick there.
Tomoguchi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tomoguchi misses with a few strikes there.
Draganov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Tomoguchi takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Tomoguchi looks to land a right hand but Draganov moved out of range.
Tomoguchi misses with an uppercut. Draganov saw that one coming.
Tomoguchi doesn't manage to clinch there - Draganov circles away.
Draganov slips under a jab.
Draganov misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
#CL#
Draganov has taken the fight to the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Draganov fails to land.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook from the clinch.
Draganov tries a body shot but Tomoguchi blocks it.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tomoguchi working aggressively here.
Draganov prevents a body shot from Tomoguchi.
Draganov struggles to land a body shot inside as Tomoguchi controls his hands.
Draganov is leaning against Tomoguchi and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Draganov misses with the head strike.
#T2#
A head punch on the inside from Draganov fails to land.
Draganov lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Tomoguchi.
A right hand to the body from Draganov.
Tomoguchi takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Draganov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Draganov lands a shoulder strike.
Tomoguchi doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Draganov blocks an uppercut.
Tomoguchi prevents a body shot from Draganov.
Tomoguchi misses with a punch to the body.
A head punch on the inside from Draganov fails to land.
Tomoguchi has a couple of punches blocked by Draganov.
Draganov throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Draganov struggles to land a body shot inside as Tomoguchi controls his hands.
Still in the clinch, Draganov scores with a nice short uppercut.
Draganov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tomoguchi tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Draganov's elbow.
Tomoguchi takes a shot to the head.
Draganov lands a nice uppercut.
Draganov lands a nice uppercut.
Tomoguchi misses with a punch to the body.
#T3#
Draganov tries to throw a body punch but Tomoguchi avoids it by throwing Draganov back against the cage.
A short left from Draganov.
Draganov can't find room to land a body shot as Tomoguchi controls the action.
A short right from Draganov.
Draganov lands a nice shot to the body.
Tomoguchi fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tomoguchi can't find room to land a body shot as Draganov controls the action.
Draganov working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Tomoguchi working aggressively here.
Draganov misses with some punches.
Draganov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tomoguchi tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A head punch on the inside from Tomoguchi fails to land.
Tomoguchi goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Draganov tries to work over Tomoguchi's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Draganov blocking some punches.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Draganov creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Tomoguchi lands with a left to the head.
Tomoguchi misses with some punches.
Tomoguchi blocks an uppercut.
Draganov tries to throw a body punch but Tomoguchi avoids it by throwing Draganov back against the cage. #T4#
Draganov lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tomoguchi goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Draganov misses with the head strike.
Draganov lands a left hand that snaps the head of Tomoguchi backwards.
A nice right hand lands inside from Draganov.
Draganov lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Nice body punch from Draganov - that landed with a thud.
Tomoguchi doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tomoguchi lands a body punch.
Draganov misses with the head strike.
Draganov throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Tomoguchis head.
Tomoguchi misses with a punch to the body.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Draganov creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Draganov softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Tomoguchi fails to land.
Tomoguchi pushes Draganov back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Draganov lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tomoguchi.
Draganov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ivan Draganov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Draganov has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight 29:28
Judge Alyssa Summers scores the fight 29:28
Judge Columbo Gatti scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ivan Draganov! |
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Event:
ENIGMA 49
Date: Oct 16, 2021 |
#R1#
Redcliffe misses with a low kick.
Tomoguchi dips to his left and cracks Redcliffe with an uppercut!
Redcliffe has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Redcliffe slips a jab from Tomoguchi.
The fighters circling - Redcliffe throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Redcliffe delivers a nice body kick.
Redcliffe moves away from the strike by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi scores with a punch to the head.
Tomoguchi tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Redcliffe manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Some bone on bone action there as Tomoguchi checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Redcliffe throws a right and a left that both miss.
Nice body kick from Redcliffe.
Redcliffe moves out of range as Tomoguchi strikes.
Tomoguchi bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Redcliffe throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Tomoguchi misses with a looping left.
Tomoguchi chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Redcliffe can pounce on him.
Tomoguchi's coach down at Deathsquad was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Tomoguchi's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A shot to the liver by Redcliffe. Beautiful body shot.
Redcliffe keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Redcliffe to score with a decent uppercut.
Tomoguchi takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Redcliffe uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi lands a right hook to the body.
Redcliffe throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#T1#
Redcliffe fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Redcliffe bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A good leg kick by Redcliffe.
A jab from Tomoguchi misses.
Redcliffe looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
#CL2#
Tomoguchi clinches with his opponent.
Redcliffe misses with a body punch.
A nice left hand lands by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi working aggressively here.
#BC#
Redcliffe's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
A chopping leg kick lands by Redcliffe.
Tomoguchi tries to clinch but Redcliffe moves out of range.
Redcliffe looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Tomoguchi takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Redcliffe throws a jab but it's blocked by Tomoguchi. #CL2#
Tomoguchi fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Redcliffe, pushing him back against the cage.
Tomoguchi misses with the head strike.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Redcliffe misses with the head strike.
Redcliffe lands on the inside with an uppercut. #BC#
Redcliffe breaks the clinch.
Tomoguchi takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Tomoguchi throws a big shot that misses.
Tomoguchi might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.#T2#
Redcliffe ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Tomoguchi just misses with a punch to the body.
Redcliffe circles away from the clinch attempt.
Redcliffe shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Tomoguchi moves away from the strike by Redcliffe.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook.
Redcliffe paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Tomoguchi misses the shot to the body.
Redcliffe tried to counter with a leg kick but Tomoguchi avoided it.
A big right from Tomoguchi misses.
A slapping body kick lands there for Redcliffe.
Redcliffe looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Redcliffe slips a straight right by Tomoguchi.
Redcliffe misses with a hook. Tomoguchi ducked under it nicely.
Tomoguchi has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Redcliffe.
Tomoguchi throws a jab when Redcliffe was well out of range.
Tomoguchi pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Redcliffe lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tomoguchi gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Tomoguchi throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Redcliffe works the jab nicely.
Tomoguchi just misses with a punch to the body.
Redcliffe throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Kwame Redcliffe dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Redcliffe motions for Tomoguchi to come forward. Redcliffe throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Shinji Tomoguchi has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Good shot there by Redcliffe.
Redcliffe keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tomoguchi throws the left hand but Redcliffe avoids the punch easily.
Tomoguchi is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Redcliffe throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Tomoguchi stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Tomoguchi with a hook.
Redcliffe takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Redcliffe looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Kwame Redcliffe is winning the standup battle so far.
Redcliffe fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Tomoguchi has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Redcliffe scores with a crisp jab that stopped Tomoguchi in his tracks.
Tomoguchi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tomoguchi blocks a jab.
Tomoguchi swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Redcliffe looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Redcliffe connects with a body shot that sends Tomoguchi's belly button to the back.
Redcliffe tries a low kick but Tomoguchi avoids it.
Tomoguchi loads up on a big right hand but Redcliffe slips the punch.
Tomoguchi takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Tomoguchi checks a leg kick.
Redcliffe keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Redcliffe lands a leg kick that knocks Tomoguchi off balance momentarily.#T1##CL2#
Tomoguchi clinches.
Tomoguchi prevents Redcliffe from breaking the clinch.
A shot in the inside from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#BC#
Redcliffe breaks the clinch.
Tomoguchi misses the shot to the body.
Tomoguchi uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Redcliffe.
Tomoguchi on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Redcliffe tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Tomoguchi is able to avoid easily.
Tomoguchi throws a hook to the side of Redcliffe's head but Redcliffe sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Nice uppercut lands for Tomoguchi. That snapped Redcliffe's head back.
Redcliffe ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Redcliffe punishes Tomoguchi's body with a nice straight punch.
A nice leg kick from Redcliffe, right into the meat of the thigh.
Tomoguchi stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Redcliffe.
Redcliffe displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tomoguchi throws out the jab.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Redcliffe avoids the body shot from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi throws a body shot but no joy.
Redcliffe is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tomoguchi can do to turn this around?
Tomoguchi on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Redcliffe. Redcliffe obviously looking to wear him down.
#CL2#
Tomoguchi rushes Redcliffe and presses him up against the cage.#BC#
Redcliffe pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T2#
Redcliffe swats away the attempt to clinch by Tomoguchi.
Redcliffe throws a body punch but Tomoguchi moves out of range.
Tomoguchi throws a jab when Redcliffe was well out of range.
Tomoguchi misses with a wild body shot.
Redcliffe changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Tomoguchi misses with a looping left.
A little feinted left hand from Redcliffe on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Redcliffe throws a good cross that connects.
#CL2#
Tomoguchi closes the distance and pushes Redcliffe back into the cage.#BC#
Redcliffe pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
A good leg kick by Redcliffe.
Redcliffe blocks a jab.
Redcliffe doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Redcliffe throws a leg kick which misses Tomoguchi's front leg but catches the back leg as Tomoguchi tries to avoid it.
Tomoguchi ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Redcliffe moves away.
Redcliffe uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tomoguchi.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tomoguchi lands an overhand right.
Redcliffe connects with a body shot.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
A good leg kick by Redcliffe.
Tomoguchi jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Nice uppercut lands for Redcliffe. That snapped Tomoguchi's head back.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Kwame Redcliffe dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Redcliffe on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Tomoguchi tries to clinch but Redcliffe is having none of it.
Tomoguchi's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Tomoguchi darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Tomoguchi misses with a looping left.
Tomoguchi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tomoguchi takes a swing at Redcliffe's ribcage but misses.
Tomoguchi takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Tomoguchi just misses with a punch to the body.
Tomoguchi throws out a loose jab but Redcliffe uses good head movement to avoid it.
An attempted straight right counter from Redcliffe misses the target.
Redcliffe connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Tomoguchi tries to clinch but Redcliffe is having none of it.
Tomoguchi ducks right into an uppercut from Redcliffe.
Tomoguchi throws a hook but Redcliffe blocks it.
Redcliffe throws a leg kick which misses Tomoguchi's front leg but catches the back leg as Tomoguchi tries to avoid it.
Tomoguchi takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
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!
Redcliffe smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
A low kick lands for Redcliffe.
Redcliffe slips under a jab.
A lazy left from Redcliffe finds it's target.
Tomoguchi doesn't manage to clinch there - Redcliffe circles away.
Redcliffe cracks Tomoguchi with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Redcliffe lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#T1#
Tomoguchi is looking to clinch but Redcliffe is avoiding it.
Redcliffe throws a quick inside leg kick.
Redcliffe lands with an uppercut that bounces Tomoguchi off the cage and back into range.
Redcliffe scores with a jab to the head.
Redcliffe uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tomoguchi.
Redcliffe half committed to a counter leg kick.
Redcliffe avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Redcliffe throws a body kick that misses.
Redcliffe sizes up Tomoguchi with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Tomoguchi tries to move into range but Redcliffe moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Tomoguchi fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Redcliffe manages to avoid it.
Redcliffe staying out of range there.
A slow jab from Tomoguchi misses its intended target.
And Redcliffe counters with a quick kick to the body but Tomoguchi blocks it.#CL2#
Tomoguchi moves into range and clinches up with Redcliffe.
Redcliffe throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Tomoguchis head.
A short right from Redcliffe.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tomoguchi throws a head punch that misses.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Redcliffe.
Tomoguchi has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Redcliffe lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Tomoguchi or not.
Redcliffe misses with a hook to the ribs.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Tomoguchi creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #T2#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Redcliffe.
Redcliffe misses with a punch to the body.
Tomoguchi blocking some punches.
Redcliffe struggles to land a body shot inside as Tomoguchi controls his hands.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tomoguchi.
Redcliffe lands a shot to the body.
Redcliffe working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Tomoguchi struggles to land a body shot inside as Redcliffe controls his hands.
Tomoguchi throws a punch but it's blocked by Redcliffe.
Tomoguchi tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Redcliffe prevents a body shot from Tomoguchi.
Redcliffe digs a right hand underneath Tomoguchi's ribcage. Tomoguchi let out a lung full of air as it connected.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Redcliffe.
Tomoguchi tries to work over Redcliffe's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Tomoguchi has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Redcliffe.#BC#
Redcliffe pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Redcliffe stuns Tomoguchi with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Tomoguchi looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Both fighters circling a little - Redcliffe finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Redcliffe scores with a jab to the jaw.
Kwame Redcliffe is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Tomoguchi misses with a wild body shot.
And that's the end of the fight!
Kwame Redcliffe showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Redcliffe, 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 Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 30:27
Judge Dean Styles scores the fight 30:27
Judge Jorge Garcia scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kwame Redcliffe!
A very excited looking Kwame Redcliffe 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:
ENIGMA 42
Date: Sep 05, 2021 |
#R1#
White takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#CL#
Tomoguchi clinches.
Tomoguchi scores with a shot to the side of White's head.
White wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Tomoguchi has White pressed against the cage, preventing White from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
White wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
White is looking to break free of the clinch but Tomoguchi has double underhooks.
Tomoguchi throws a punch but it's blocked by White.
Tomoguchi lands on the inside with an uppercut.
White misses with a punch on the inside.
Tomoguchi tries to work over White's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Still in the clinch, Tomoguchi scores with a nice short uppercut.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi cracks White with a nice body shot.
White is looking to break free of the clinch but Tomoguchi has double underhooks.
Tomoguchi throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
A nice right hand lands inside from Tomoguchi.
A short uppercut from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi swings away with an uppercut that misses.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tomoguchi has White pressed against the cage, preventing White from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
White's coach down at CHECKMATE PRIME MMA was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on White's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
White can't break the clinch.
A short right from Tomoguchi on the inside.
White tries to break free but Tomoguchi pushes him back against the cage.
Tomoguchi tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T1#
A short right from Tomoguchi.
A short uppercut from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi misses with a body punch.
Tomoguchi has White pressed against the cage, preventing White from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
A short left from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi working aggressively here.
White has had enough of the clinch but Tomoguchi keeps him there for the moment.
Tomoguchi prevents White from breaking the clinch.
Tomoguchi lands a left hand.
Tomoguchi keeps the fight in the clinch, despite White's efforts to push away.
Tomoguchi lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Tomoguchi misses with a punch on the inside.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
A head punch blocked on the inside by White.
White wants to get back to striking at distance but Tomoguchi won't allow it.
White is trying to push Tomoguchi away but Tomoguchi has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Tomoguchi misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tomoguchi tries to work over White's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
White blocks a body shot from Tomoguchi.
White tries to break the clinch but Tomoguchi is controlling the position.
Tomoguchi lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #T2#
White is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
White wants to get back to striking at distance but Tomoguchi won't allow it.
Tomoguchi goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
White has a couple of punches blocked by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A short right from Tomoguchi on the inside.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A head punch on the inside from Tomoguchi fails to land.
White misses with a body punch.
Tomoguchi throws a head punch that misses.
Tomoguchi goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tomoguchi scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A body shot lands from Tomoguchi.
White prevents a body shot from Tomoguchi. #BC2#
White breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Tomoguchi jabs White right on the nose. White blinks but takes it well.
Tomoguchi swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Tomoguchi uses good head movement to avoid the hook from White.
White swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Tomoguchi throws a shot from downtown. White moves away and avoids it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Shinji Tomoguchi dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Tomoguchi is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by White.
Tomoguchi is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that White can do to turn this around?
White throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Tomoguchi keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from White.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook.
White lands the left hand.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
White connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Tomoguchi's hands.
White connects with a jab.
White scores with the left hand. Tomoguchi knows he should have avoided that one.
Tomoguchi throws a poor cross that misses
and White counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Tomoguchi thinking.
A jab from White finds it's way through Tomoguchi's defenses.
White slips under a jab.
White misses the shot to the body.
White with a nice cross.
Shinji Tomoguchi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
White scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Tomoguchi takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Tomoguchi throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
White misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tomoguchi.
Nice defenses there by White.#CL#
Tomoguchi closes the distance and clinches.
Tomoguchi tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T1#
Tomoguchi misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tomoguchi working aggressively here.
Tomoguchi working aggressively here.
White wants to get back to striking at distance but Tomoguchi won't allow it.
Tomoguchi lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Tomoguchi prevents White from breaking the clinch.
Tomoguchi has a couple of punches blocked by White.
A left hand lands to the body for Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Whites head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by White.
Tomoguchi throws a head punch that misses.
A right hand to the body from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi prevents White from breaking the clinch.
Tomoguchi has a couple of punches blocked by White.
Tomoguchi lands an uppercut.
Tomoguchi misses with a body punch.
White tries to break the clinch but Tomoguchi is controlling the position.
Tomoguchi swings away with an uppercut that misses.
White wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
A right hook to the body lands for Tomoguchi.
White takes a shot to the head. #T2#
White is trying to force a seperation but Tomoguchi has the dominant position.
White fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tomoguchi lands a shot to the body.
White blocking some punches.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Tomoguchi lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of White backwards.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tomoguchi blocks a body shot from White.
Tomoguchi digs a right hand underneath White's ribcage. White let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Tomoguchi lands a body shot in the clinch.
White is trying to force a seperation but Tomoguchi has the dominant position.
White blocks an uppercut.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi has a couple of punches blocked by White.
Tomoguchi lands a hook to the side of the head.
White takes a shot to the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
White tries to circle away but Tomoguchi has him pinned against the cage.
White misses with a shot to the kidneys.
White's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A left hand lands to the body for Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi lands a left hand that snaps the head of White backwards.
Tomoguchi lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Shinji Tomoguchi dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
White displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tomoguchi throws out the jab.
Tomoguchi misses the shot to the body.
White staying out of range there.
James White seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Tomoguchi misses with an uppercut.
A little jabbing left from White on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
White loads up on a big right hand but Tomoguchi slips the punch.
White fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Tomoguchi looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Tomoguchi wants to clinch up but White keeps it at a distance.
White takes a swing at Tomoguchi's ribcage but misses. #CL#
Tomoguchi has managed to clinch.
Shinji Tomoguchi has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Tomoguchi fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tomoguchi has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Tomoguchi softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tomoguchi can't find room to land a body shot as White controls the action.
White has had enough of the clinch but Tomoguchi keeps him there for the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi throws a head punch that misses.
Tomoguchi works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Tomoguchi working aggressively here.
Tomoguchi scores with a nice hook to the head.
Tomoguchi lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Tomoguchi makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#T1#
White prevents a body shot from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi throws a punch but it's blocked by White.
Tomoguchi working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Tomoguchi tries to throw a body punch but White avoids it by throwing Tomoguchi back against the cage.
Tomoguchi tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tomoguchi misses with the head strike.
Tomoguchi lands a shoulder strike.
Tomoguchi lands with a right to the head.
White has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
A head punch on the inside from Tomoguchi fails to land.
Tomoguchi lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt White or not.
Tomoguchi tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tomoguchi lands with a left to the head.
White tries to break the clinch but Tomoguchi is controlling the position.
Tomoguchi working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Tomoguchi creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook from the clinch.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
White tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T2#
A head punch on the inside from Tomoguchi fails to land.
Tomoguchi has White pressed against the cage, preventing White from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
White tries to circle away but Tomoguchi has him pinned against the cage.
Tomoguchi lands a body shot in the clinch.
A shot in the inside from Tomoguchi.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tomoguchi is leaning against White and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
White tries to break free but Tomoguchi pushes him back against the cage.
A short left from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi scores with a shot to the side of White's head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi scores with a nice hook to the head.
White blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A short left from Tomoguchi.
A body shot lands from White.
Tomoguchi is working White over against the cage.
Tomoguchi misses with the head strike.
Tomoguchi scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Tomoguchi lands a left hand that snaps the head of White backwards.
James White has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Tomoguchi lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tomoguchi pushes White back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
And that's the end of the fight!
Shinji Tomoguchi showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Tomoguchi, 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 Chad Campbell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight 30:26
Judge Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Shinji Tomoguchi!
Shinji Tomoguchi was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed. |
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Event:
ENIGMA 38
Date: Aug 15, 2021 |
#R1#
Sitsongrit steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tomoguchi.
Sitsongrit tried to counter with a leg kick but Tomoguchi avoided it.
Sitsongrit with a nice cross.
Sitsongrit scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Tomoguchi swings for the body but Sitsongrit moves out of range.
Tomoguchi moves in looking to clinch but Sitsongrit pushes him off.
Tomoguchi swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Shinji Tomoguchi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sitsongrit throws a body punch but Tomoguchi moves out of range.
Sitsongrit connects with a crisp jab.
Tomoguchi misses with a body shot.
Sitsongrit seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Sitsongrit misses with a body kick.
Sitsongrit slips under a jab from Tomoguchi.
Sitsongrit throws a looping overhand right but Tomoguchi ducks down to avoid it.
Tomoguchi throws a body punch but Sitsongrit moves out of range.
It appears Sitsongrit was looking to counter with a kick there.
Sitsongrit slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Tomoguchi tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sitsongrit was well out of range. Poor timing from Tomoguchi.
Sitsongrit moves out of range of the strikes.
Sitsongrit keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tomoguchi.
Decent striking displayed by Sitsongrit there.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sitsongrit keeps the fight on the outside.
Sitsongrit appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Tomoguchi throws a body shot but no joy.
Sitsongrit appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Tomoguchi throws a body shot but no joy.
Sitsongrit looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Sitsongrit scores with a kick to the midsection.#T1#
Sitsongrit moves into range and connects with a jab.
Good work by Tomoguchi as he checks the leg kick.
Sitsongrit takes a swing at Tomoguchi's ribcage but misses.
Tomoguchi has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Sitsongrit lands a head shot.
Sitsongrit throws a head kick that misses.
Tomoguchi lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Sitsongrit looks to land a left hand but Tomoguchi moved out of range nicely.
Tomoguchi throws out a counter right but Sitsongrit avoids it with no problem.
Tomoguchi tries to move into range but Sitsongrit moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Sitsongrit throws a body punch but Tomoguchi moves out of range.
Sitsongrit avoids the body shot from Tomoguchi.
Sitsongrit takes a swing at Tomoguchi's ribcage but misses.
Sitsongrit ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Tomoguchi is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Sitsongrit rather than just go for the knockout.#CL2#
Tomoguchi has taken the fight to the clinch.
Still in the clinch, Sitsongrit scores with a nice short uppercut.
Tomoguchi swings wildly with an uppercut but Sitsongrit uses good head movement to avoid it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tomoguchi lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Sitsongrit throws a punch but it's blocked by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC#
Sitsongrit breaks from the clinch.
A punch lands to the side of Tomoguchi 's head but he takes it in his stride.#T2#
A nice leg kick from Sitsongrit , right into the meat of the thigh.
Tomoguchi lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Nice defenses there by Sitsongrit .
Tomoguchi misses with a body shot.
Sitsongrit bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Sitsongrit lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Sitsongrit working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Sitsongrit throws a punch but it's blocked by Tomoguchi.
Sitsongrit can't find room to land a body shot as Tomoguchi controls the action.
Tomoguchi misses with a punch on the inside.
Tomoguchi goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tomoguchi throws a head punch that misses.
Sitsongrit swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tomoguchi swings wildly with an uppercut but Sitsongrit uses good head movement to avoid it.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tomoguchi.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tomoguchi misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A right handed body shot lands from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Sitsongrit scores with a shoulder strike.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Petcharon Sitsongrit dominated that round.
That's time! Sitsongrit 's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Decent striking displayed by Tomoguchi there.
Shinji Tomoguchi has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Tomoguchi tries to clinch but Sitsongrit moves out of range.
Sitsongrit throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tomoguchi blocks a head kick by Sitsongrit .
Sitsongrit is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tomoguchi can do to turn this around?
Sitsongrit loads up on a big right hand but Tomoguchi slips the punch.
Sitsongrit is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Sitsongrit scores with a nice right hand.
#CL2#
Tomoguchi clinches.
Tomoguchi fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tomoguchi stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Tomoguchi lands a body shot in the clinch.
Sitsongrit is leaning against Tomoguchi and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Tomoguchi blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tomoguchi blocks a body shot from Sitsongrit .
Sitsongrit works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Tomoguchi working aggressively here.
Sitsongrit throws a head punch that misses.
Tomoguchi throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Sitsongrit s head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tomoguchi scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Tomoguchi goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tomoguchi lands with a right to the head.
Sitsongrit misses with a punch on the inside.
#T1#
A head punch on the inside from Sitsongrit fails to land.
Sitsongrit lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook from the clinch.
Sitsongrit misses with a punch to the body.
Sitsongrit lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Tomoguchi backwards.
A right hook to the body lands for Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi lands a hook that snaps the head of Sitsongrit backwards.
Tomoguchi tries to throw a body punch but Sitsongrit avoids it by throwing Tomoguchi back against the cage.
Sitsongrit working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Tomoguchi lands a shot to the body.
Sitsongrit lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Sitsongrit tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Sitsongrit blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tomoguchi doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Sitsongrit pushes Tomoguchi back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Tomoguchi lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Sitsongrit tries a body shot but Tomoguchi blocks it.
Tomoguchi swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tomoguchi misses with a body punch.
Tomoguchi is working Sitsongrit over against the cage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Tomoguchi lands a right hand that snaps the head of Sitsongrit backwards. #T2#
Sitsongrit misses with a body punch.
A head punch on the inside from Tomoguchi fails to land.
Sitsongrit swings wildly with an uppercut but Tomoguchi uses good head movement to avoid it.
A short uppercut from Tomoguchi.
A left hand lands to the body for Sitsongrit .
Sitsongrit has a couple of punches blocked by Tomoguchi.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Sitsongrit creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Tomoguchi fails to land.
Sitsongrit prevents a body shot from Tomoguchi.
Sitsongrit digs a right hand into Tomoguchi's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Tomoguchi's gas tank.
Tomoguchi is breathing heavily.
Tomoguchi tries a body shot but Sitsongrit blocks it.
Tomoguchi's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Sitsongrit lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Sitsongrit throws a head punch that misses.
Tomoguchi has a couple of punches blocked by Sitsongrit .
Sitsongrit misses with a hook from the clinch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Still in the clinch, Sitsongrit scores with a nice short uppercut.#BC#
Sitsongrit breaks from the clinch.
Tomoguchi scores with a jab to the jaw.
Tomoguchi steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Sitsongrit . That one must have hurt.
Sitsongrit moves out of range of the strikes.
Sitsongrit feinted there with a counter leg kick.
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 Petcharon Sitsongrit will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Sitsongrit cracks Tomoguchi with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Petcharon Sitsongrit is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Sitsongrit lands with a thumping leg kick.
Sitsongrit scores with a nice head shot.
A big right from Tomoguchi misses.
Tomoguchi takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Petcharon Sitsongrit is winning the standup battle so far.
Tomoguchi looks to land a left hand but Sitsongrit moved out of range nicely.
Sitsongrit uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tomoguchi.
A thudding body kick lands there by Sitsongrit !
Tomoguchi misses with a hook. Sitsongrit ducked under it nicely.
Sitsongrit is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Sitsongrit moves out of range as Tomoguchi strikes.
Sitsongrit fires out a quick counter leg kick but Tomoguchi just manages to avoid it.
Tomoguchi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Good standup being displayed there by Sitsongrit as he connects with a hook.
Sitsongrit buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Sitsongrit jabs at Tomoguchi's body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sitsongrit lands a nice looking body kick.
Sitsongrit changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Sitsongrit is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Tomoguchi throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Sitsongrit counters with a stiff right hand.
Tomoguchi throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Sitsongrit ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Sitsongrit was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.#T1#
Tomoguchi takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Tomoguchi misses with a wild body shot.
Sitsongrit is looking to counter punch.
Sitsongrit lands a jab to Tomoguchi's midsection.
Sitsongrit swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Sitsongrit .
A slow jab from Tomoguchi misses its intended target.
Sitsongrit cracks Tomoguchi with a right hand to the side of the head.
Tomoguchi tries to clinch but Sitsongrit moves out of range.
Sitsongrit ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Sitsongrit ducks under a wild hook from Tomoguchi.
Sitsongrit darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Sitsongrit lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Sitsongrit slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Sitsongrit fakes the leg kick and cracks Tomoguchi in the body.
Tomoguchi sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Tomoguchi looks to land a right hand but Sitsongrit moved out of range.
Sitsongrit lands a jab to the nose.
Sitsongrit keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tomoguchi.
A jab from Tomoguchi misses.
Sitsongrit staying out of range there.#T2#
Sitsongrit lands an overhand right.
Sitsongrit uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tomoguchi.
#CL#
Sitsongrit moves into the clinch.
A short uppercut from Sitsongrit .
Sitsongrit lands with a right to the head.
Tomoguchi pushes Sitsongrit back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Tomoguchi softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Tomoguchi tries a body shot but Sitsongrit blocks it.
Sitsongrit blocks a body shot from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A shot in the inside from Sitsongrit .
A short right hand to the side of the head by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Tomoguchi lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Sitsongrit backwards.
Sitsongrit lands a nice uppercut.
Tomoguchi has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Sitsongrit doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Sitsongrit doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
And that's the end of the fight!
Petcharon Sitsongrit showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Sitsongrit has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Alyssa Summers scores the fight 30:27
Judge John Kavanagh scores the fight 30:27
Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Petcharon Sitsongrit ! |
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Event:
ENIGMA 33
Date: Jul 25, 2021 |
#R1#
Tomoguchi throws a lazy right hand but Axelrod sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
We've been told by Axelrod's head coaches at Roosters Coop that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Axelrod closes this distance looking for a takedown but Tomoguchi circles away.
A little jabbing left from Tomoguchi on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
A combination from Axelrod does no damage.
Tomoguchi throws a looping overhand right but Axelrod ducks down to avoid it.
Shinji Tomoguchi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Axelrod walks into a stiff left hand from Tomoguchi.#CL#
Axelrod gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Tomoguchi tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Axelrod's elbow.
Tomoguchi lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook from the clinch.
Axelrod can't get the takedown.
Tomoguchi lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Tomoguchi misses with a short punch on the inside.
Axelrod tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Tomoguchi smiles and moves away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rico Axelrod. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tomoguchi throws a shot from downtown. Axelrod moves away and avoids it.
Tomoguchi throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Tomoguchi bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Axelrod slips a straight right by Tomoguchi.
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!
Tomoguchi swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#CL2#
Tomoguchi has managed to clinch.
#T1#
A short right from Tomoguchi on the inside.
Tomoguchi misses with the head strike.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tomoguchi.
A short body shot lands from Tomoguchi as the two fighters clinch.
A hook to the body from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tomoguchi throws a punch but it's blocked by Axelrod.
Tomoguchi lands a hook to the side of the head.
Tomoguchi tries a body shot but Axelrod blocks it.
Axelrod blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Axelrod looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Axelrod tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Axelrod jumps guard but Tomoguchi stands there with Axelrod around his waist. Axelrod gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Tomoguchi has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Axelrod seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Tomoguchi can turn it around.
Tomoguchi misses with the head strike.
Tomoguchi gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Axelrod.
Tomoguchi tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T2#
Tomoguchi swings wildly with an uppercut but Axelrod uses good head movement to avoid it.
A nice right hand lands inside from Tomoguchi.
Axelrod is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Tomoguchi is keeping busy.
Tomoguchi pushes Axelrod back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Axelrod is working for takedown but Tomoguchi is calmly controlling the position for now.
Tomoguchi misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tomoguchi scores with a shot to the side of Axelrod's head.
Axelrod fails to pull the fight into his guard.
#BC#
Axelrod breaks the clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#CL#
Axelrod drives through and clinches with Tomoguchi against the cage.
Axelrod wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Tomoguchi has him pressed against the cage.
Axelrod prevents a body shot from Tomoguchi.
Axelrod has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Tomoguchi is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Tomoguchi tries a body shot but Axelrod blocks it.
Axelrod prevents a body shot from Tomoguchi.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Shinji Tomoguchi dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Axelrod will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Axelrod takes one to the chin there.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Tomoguchi in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
Axelrod fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Axelrod tries to score a power double leg takedown but Tomoguchi sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Axelrod somewhat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rico Axelrod. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tomoguchi lands a nice hook to Axelrod's body. Axelrod takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Rico Axelrod is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL2#
Tomoguchi drives through and clinches with Axelrod against the cage.
Tomoguchi working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Axelrod wants to take the fight to the mat but Tomoguchi manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Tomoguchi working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tomoguchi swings wildly with an uppercut but Axelrod uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tomoguchi can't find room to land a body shot as Axelrod controls the action.
Tomoguchi has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A left hand lands to the body for Tomoguchi.
Axelrod drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Tomoguchi gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Tomoguchi lands with a short head shot on the inside. #T1#
A bit of stalling here from Axelrod.
Axelrod blocking some punches.
Shinji Tomoguchi seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Tomoguchi lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Axelrod backwards.
A nice left hand lands by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi misses with a body punch.
Tomoguchi has a couple of punches blocked by Axelrod.
#BC#
Axelrod breaks from the clinch.
Axelrod shoots in for a takedown but Tomoguchi shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Tomoguchi throws a body punch but Axelrod moves out of range.
Axelrod shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Tomoguchi defends it nicely.
The fighters circling - Tomoguchi throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Tomoguchi throws a right and a left that both miss.
Shinji Tomoguchi is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Axelrod throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T2#
Axelrod fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Nice defenses there by Axelrod.
Tomoguchi dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Axelrod has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Axelrod there as he acknowledges the shot.
A punch combination from Axelrod misses.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Axelrod uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tomoguchi.
A swing and a miss from Tomoguchi.
Axelrod fails to land the takedown.#CL#
Axelrod pushes Tomoguchi up against the cage in a clinch.
Tomoguchi lands a nice uppercut.
A short left from Tomoguchi. #BC#
Axelrod breaks the clinch.
Tomoguchi throws a jab when Axelrod was well out of range.
Tomoguchi swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tomoguchi throws a hook to the side of Axelrod's head but Axelrod sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Axelrod is looking to counter the offense by Tomoguchi and move into the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Shinji Tomoguchi showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Tomoguchi avoids a punch combination nicely.
Axelrod looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#CL#
Axelrod has taken the fight to the clinch.
Tomoguchi tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Axelrod's elbow. #BC#
Axelrod's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Axelrod listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Axelrod tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #CL2#
Tomoguchi gets a clinch.
Axelrod blocks a punch to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Axelrod blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Nice body punch from Tomoguchi - that landed with a thud.
A right hook to the body lands for Tomoguchi.
Axelrod blocks an uppercut.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook to the ribs.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Tomoguchi creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #T1#
Axelrod blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Axelrod prevents a body shot from Tomoguchi. #BC#
Axelrod's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL2#
Tomoguchi moves into range and clinches up with Axelrod.
Tomoguchi softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tomoguchi lands a nice uppercut.
A nice right hand lands inside from Tomoguchi.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi is pressed up against the cage. Axelrod has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Tomoguchi down to the mat. Tomoguchi avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Axelrod tries for a takedown but Tomoguchi sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rico Axelrod. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tomoguchi throws a series of strikes that have Axelrod backpedaling.
A head kick by Axelrod misses
and Tomoguchi counters with a straight right hand.
Tomoguchi misses with an uppercut.
Tomoguchi throws a lazy right hand but Axelrod sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL#
Tomoguchi tries to keep at a distance but Axelrod has taken the fight into the clinch.
Tomoguchi lands a body punch.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T2#
Tomoguchi lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Axelrod.
Tomoguchi lands a hook that snaps the head of Axelrod backwards.
A short uppercut from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Axelrod blocks an uppercut.
Axelrod is working for takedown but Tomoguchi is calmly controlling the position for now.
Axelrod blocks an uppercut.
Axelrod prevents a body shot from Tomoguchi.
Axelrod trying to stall but Tomoguchi improves his position.
Tomoguchi working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tomoguchi scores with a nice hook to the head.
Tomoguchi blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Tomoguchi struggles to land a body shot inside as Axelrod controls his hands.
Tomoguchi tries to work over Axelrod's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Rico Axelrod has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Tomoguchi gets through Axelrod's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Tomoguchi is pressed up against the cage. Axelrod has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Tomoguchi down to the mat. Tomoguchi avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
And that's the end of the fight!
Shinji Tomoguchi comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Tomoguchi has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge John Roberts scores the fight 27:30
Judge David Schapiro scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jonathan Paton scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Shinji Tomoguchi!
Shinji Tomoguchi 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. |
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Event:
AWC 2021 Finals Rd 3 A
Date: Jun 20, 2021 |
#R1#
Tomoguchi doesn't manage to clinch there - Bonesteel circles away.
Tomoguchi misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Tomoguchi misses with an uppercut
and Bonesteel counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Tomoguchi chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Bonesteel can pounce on him.
Bonesteel throws a leg kick but Tomoguchi moved away.
Tomoguchi misses with a looping right.
Tomoguchi scores with a nice strike.
Tomoguchi lands an overhand right.
Tomoguchi showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Bonesteel.
Bonesteel seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Bonesteel scores with a body shot.
Tomoguchi swings for the body but Bonesteel moves out of range.
Bonesteel tried to counter with a leg kick but Tomoguchi avoided it.
Bonesteel misses with a wild combination.
Bonesteel looks to throw the jab but Tomoguchi is out of range.
Tomoguchi throws an off balance right hand
and Bonesteel counters with an inside leg kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bonesteel ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tomoguchi moves away.
Tomoguchi missing with a left hand there. Bonesteel was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Bonesteel misses with a low kick.#CL2#
Tomoguchi rushes Bonesteel and presses him up against the cage.#T1#
Tomoguchi working some nice short punches in the clinch.#TD#
Bonesteel pulls guard effortlessly.
Bonesteel pulls Tomoguchi in close to prevent any damage. #SUB#
Bonesteel looking for a guillotine here but Tomoguchi defends easily.
#SUB#
Bonesteel escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Tomoguchi gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Bonesteel can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Tomoguchi controls the pace.#SUB#
Bonesteel escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Tomoguchi gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T2##SUB#
Bonesteel working for a triangle but Tomoguchi defends it easily.
#SUB#
Tomoguchi got a little sloppy there for a moment and Bonesteel has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Tomoguchi has managed to get both his arms back between Bonesteel's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Bonesteel looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB#
Bonesteel has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Tomoguchi should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Bonesteel has tightened it up now! Tomoguchi should have reacted faster there - he's in big trouble and yes, he's tapped out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). BIshop Bonesteel!
An out of breath BIshop Bonesteel 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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AWC 2021 FInals Rd 2 A
Date: Jun 02, 2021 |
#R1#
Keane closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Shinji Tomoguchi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Keane misses with a hook. Tomoguchi ducked under it nicely.
Keane paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Keane scores with a nice head shot.
Tomoguchi misses with a straight left. #CL#
Keane rushes Tomoguchi and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
A short left from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi misses with a short punch on the inside.
Keane misses with a body punch.
A right handed body shot lands from Keane.
Tomoguchi working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Keane lands a left hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A head punch on the inside from Tomoguchi fails to land.
Keane misses with a punch to the body.
Keane presses Tomoguchi against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Keane tries to stall but Tomoguchi uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Good body shot from Keane.
Tomoguchi fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Keane tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Keane blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Keane lands a body punch in the clinch.
Tomoguchi swings wildly with an uppercut but Keane uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tomoguchi tries a body shot but Keane blocks it.
#T1#
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Keane swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tomoguchi prevents a body shot from Keane.
Keane stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Tomoguchi lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Keane tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tomoguchi lands a hook to the side of the head.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Keane creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Keane blocking some punches.
Tomoguchi blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Keane blocking some punches.
A head punch on the inside from Tomoguchi fails to land.
Keane lands a shoulder strike.
Keane trying to stall but Tomoguchi improves his position.
Tomoguchi's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
I was talking to Keane's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi swings wildly with an uppercut but Keane uses good head movement to avoid it.
Keane swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tomoguchi has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Keane seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Tomoguchi can turn it around.
Keane's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Tomoguchi tries a body shot but Keane blocks it.
#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A nice right hand lands inside from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook from the clinch.
Tomoguchi blocks a body shot from Keane.
Tomoguchi lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Tomoguchi blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Keane goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Keane wants to stall.
Tomoguchi works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
A right handed body shot lands from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi tries to throw a body punch but Keane avoids it by throwing Tomoguchi back against the cage.
Tomoguchi throws a punch but it's blocked by Keane.
Tomoguchi blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Keane tries to work over Tomoguchi's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Tomoguchi misses with a body punch.
A right hook to the body lands for Keane.
Keane blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tomoguchi misses with some punches.
A right hand to the body from Keane.
Keane tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A right hook to the body lands for Tomoguchi.
Keane misses with some punches.
#T3#
Tomoguchi's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Keane blocking some punches.
Keane blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A nice left hand lands by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Keane scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Tomoguchi works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Keane working aggressively here.
A short uppercut from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi struggles to land a body shot inside as Keane controls his hands.
Tomoguchi lands with a left to the head.
Keane blocking some punches.
A head punch on the inside from Keane fails to land.
Keane tries to work over Tomoguchi's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Tomoguchi lands a hook to the side of the head.
Tomoguchi lands a right hand.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Tomoguchi as Keane tries to tie him up.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Tomoguchi tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Keane misses with a hook from the clinch.
Keane lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #T4#
Tomoguchi tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Keane lands a nice uppercut.
Keane goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Keane is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Tomoguchi blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A nice left hand lands by Keane.
Tomoguchi is working Keane over against the cage.
Tomoguchi tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tomoguchi lands a nice uppercut.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook to the ribs.
Keane lands a right hand.
Tomoguchi tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Keane misses with a body punch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tomoguchi tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Keane's elbow.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi blocking some punches.
A short left from Tomoguchi.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Shinji Tomoguchi will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Tomoguchi connects with a nice looking jab.
Tomoguchi swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#CL#
Keane has Tomoguchi up against the cage in a clinch.
Keane misses with a hook from the clinch.
Keane tries to stall but Tomoguchi uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Maybe Keane would be better served going for some more strikes rather than trying to control so much.
Keane tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tomoguchi's elbow.
A short uppercut from Keane.
Shinji Tomoguchi seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Keane tries to work over Tomoguchi's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Keane is looking to control Tomoguchi's arms but Tomoguchi gets an underhook and turns him. Now Keane has his back to the cage.
Keane throws a punch but it's blocked by Tomoguchi.
Keane tries to stall but Tomoguchi uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Tomoguchi lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Keane or not.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Keane scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Keane throws a head punch that misses.
Keane prevents a body shot from Tomoguchi.
Keane lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Tomoguchi misses with a short punch on the inside.
Tomoguchi misses with a punch to the body.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Keane. #T1#
A right handed body shot lands from Keane.
Tomoguchi tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tomoguchi takes a shot to the head.
Keane tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tomoguchi has a couple of punches blocked by Keane.
Tomoguchi misses with some punches.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Tomoguchi in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
Tomoguchi lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Keane tries to throw a body punch but Tomoguchi avoids it by throwing Keane back against the cage.
Keane looking to slow down the pace here.
Keane tries to throw a body punch but Tomoguchi avoids it by throwing Keane back against the cage.
Tomoguchi misses with the head strike.
Keane misses with a punch on the inside.
A short body shot lands from Keane as the two fighters clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Keane.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Keane.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Keane.
Keane scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Tomoguchi swings wildly with an uppercut but Keane uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tomoguchi throws a punch but it's blocked by Keane. #T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tomoguchi misses with a short punch on the inside.
Keane tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Tomoguchi.
Keane tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A head punch on the inside from Keane fails to land.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Keane creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Tomoguchi misses with a punch to the body.
Keane misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Keane struggles to land a body shot inside as Tomoguchi controls his hands.
Keane lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Tomoguchi backwards.
Tomoguchi lands a hook to the side of the head.
Tomoguchi tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Keane misses with a hook from the clinch.
Tomoguchi misses with the head strike.
Keane lands a left hand.
Keane lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Tomoguchi tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Keane blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tomoguchi blocks a body shot from Keane.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Keane.#T3#
Tomoguchi fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A shot in the inside from Tomoguchi.
Keane blocking some punches.
Keane is looking to control Tomoguchi's arms but Tomoguchi gets an underhook and turns him. Now Keane has his back to the cage.
Tomoguchi digs a right hand underneath Keane's ribcage. Keane let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Keane swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tomoguchi misses with the head strike.
Keane goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tomoguchi digs a right hand into Keane's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Keane's gas tank.
Tomoguchi misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Keane tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Still in the clinch, Keane scores with a nice short uppercut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tomoguchi.
Keane swings wildly with an uppercut but Tomoguchi uses good head movement to avoid it.
A nice left hand lands by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi has a couple of punches blocked by Keane.
Keane misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A shot in the inside from Tomoguchi. #T4#
Tomoguchi swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tomoguchi tries to work over Keane's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Tomoguchi throws a head punch that misses.
Keane tries to stall but Tomoguchi uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Keane misses with a body punch.
Keane blocks a body shot from Tomoguchi.
Keane misses with some punches.
Tomoguchi lands on the inside with an uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tomoguchi's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Tomoguchi lands a left hand that snaps the head of Keane backwards.
Tomoguchi lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Tomoguchi swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tomoguchi lands with a light punch inside.
Keane lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Tomoguchi backwards.
Tomoguchi working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Keane misses with a punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tomoguchi.
Keane fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Keane tries to work over Tomoguchi's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Shinji Tomoguchi will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Keane throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Keane defending well as Tomoguchi loads up on a big left hand.
Tomoguchi looks to land a right hand but Keane moved out of range.#CL#
Keane has Tomoguchi up against the cage in a clinch.
Tomoguchi blocking some punches.
Keane can't find room to land a body shot as Tomoguchi controls the action.
Tomoguchi can't find room to land a body shot as Keane controls the action.
Tomoguchi lands a body punch.
Keane tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Keane prevents a body shot from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Keane's elbow.
Keane lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Tomoguchi or not.
Tomoguchi misses with a body punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Keane working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Tomoguchi lands with a light punch inside.
Keane misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tomoguchi lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Tomoguchi blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tomoguchi lands a hook that snaps the head of Keane backwards.
Tomoguchi stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.#T1#
Tomoguchi misses with a short punch on the inside.
Tomoguchi swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tomoguchi misses with the head strike.
Tomoguchi lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Keane backwards.
Keane lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Tomoguchi misses with a body punch.
Keane stalling against the cage.
Keane is looking to control Tomoguchi's arms but Tomoguchi gets an underhook and turns him. Now Keane has his back to the cage.
A left hand lands to the body for Tomoguchi.
Keane lands a body punch in the clinch.
Tomoguchi lands a hook to the side of the head.
Keane doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tomoguchi tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Keane's elbow.
Keane blocks a body shot from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A left hand lands to the body for Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Keane scores with a nice hook to the head.
Tomoguchi lands a shoulder strike.
Tomoguchi softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tomoguchi misses with a punch to the body.
Keane misses with the head strike.
Keane can't find room to land a body shot as Tomoguchi controls the action.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook from the clinch.
Tomoguchi misses with a short punch on the inside.
Tomoguchi blocks an uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Keane fails to land.
Keane lands a nice uppercut.
Tomoguchi swings wildly with an uppercut but Keane uses good head movement to avoid it.
Keane blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Keane blocking some punches.
Keane throws a head punch that misses.
Keane working aggressively here.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook from the clinch.
Tomoguchi misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tomoguchi misses with some punches.
Tomoguchi blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tomoguchi tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tomoguchi tries to work over Keane's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T3#
Tomoguchi tries to work over Keane's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Keane looking to slow down the pace here.
Keane misses with a hook from the clinch.
Tomoguchi blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Keane throws a punch but it's blocked by Tomoguchi.
Keane goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Keane.
Keane misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tomoguchi blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tomoguchi tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Keane fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Keane lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Keane is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Tomoguchi is leaning against Keane and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Keane misses with a punch on the inside.
Tomoguchi lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Jake Keane has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A head punch blocked on the inside by Keane.
Keane lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #T4#
Keane blocks an uppercut.
Tomoguchi swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tomoguchi blocking some punches.
Keane tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tomoguchi prevents a body shot from Keane.
Tomoguchi blocks a body shot from Keane.
Keane fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tomoguchi misses with some punches.
A right hook to the body lands for Tomoguchi.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tomoguchi scores with a nice hook to the head.
Tomoguchi has a couple of punches blocked by Keane.
Tomoguchi prevents a body shot from Keane.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Keane.
Tomoguchi has a couple of punches blocked by Keane.
Tomoguchi cracks Keane with a nice body shot.
Keane prevents a body shot from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Keane's elbow.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Tomoguchi as Keane tries to tie him up.
Tomoguchi lands with a left to the head.
Tomoguchi lands an uppercut.
And that's the end of the fight!
Shinji Tomoguchi comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Tomoguchi 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 William Peck scores the fight 28:30
Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight 28:30
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Shinji Tomoguchi!
A very excited looking Shinji Tomoguchi rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed. |
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Event:
AWC 2021 Finals Rd 1 B
Date: May 15, 2021 |
#R1#
Axelrod slips a straight right by Tomoguchi.
Axelrod swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Axelrod connects with a good right hand that stumbles Tomoguchi. Tomoguchi circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Axelrod uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tomoguchi.
Axelrod on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Tomoguchi with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Tomoguchi connects with the punch.
A left and a right from Tomoguchi both land. Nice combination.
Tomoguchi looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Axelrod moves away from the strike by Tomoguchi.
Axelrod looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Shinji Tomoguchi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Axelrod misses with a wild body shot.
A swing and a miss from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Axelrod.
Tomoguchi misses with an uppercut. #CL#
Tomoguchi closes the distance and pushes Axelrod back into the cage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tomoguchi working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Tomoguchi lands a shoulder strike.
Axelrod tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Axelrod misses with a punch on the inside.
Axelrod takes a shot to the head.
A nice left hand lands by Tomoguchi.
A short right from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi digs a right hand into Axelrod's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Axelrod's gas tank. #T1#
Axelrod lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Axelrod goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Axelrod's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Tomoguchi struggles to land a body shot inside as Axelrod controls his hands.
Tomoguchi scores with a hook to the body.
A nice right hand lands inside from Axelrod.
Axelrod lands with a left to the head.
Tomoguchi misses with a body punch.
Axelrod misses with a short punch on the inside.
Axelrod doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Axelrod lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Axelrod tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tomoguchi misses with a short punch on the inside.
Axelrod swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Axelrod swings wildly with an uppercut but Tomoguchi uses good head movement to avoid it.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Axelrod.
Tomoguchi lands a shot to the body.
Axelrod swings wildly with an uppercut but Tomoguchi uses good head movement to avoid it.
Axelrod working aggressively here.
#T2#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Axelrod.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Axelrod lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Tomoguchi scores with a shoulder strike.
Tomoguchi misses with some punches.
Axelrod goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A head punch on the inside from Tomoguchi fails to land.
Tomoguchi blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tomoguchi lands a body punch.
Tomoguchi misses with a short punch on the inside.
Axelrod struggles to land a body shot inside as Tomoguchi controls his hands.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook from the clinch.
A short right from Tomoguchi.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Axelrod.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook from the clinch.
Tomoguchi lands a hook that snaps the head of Axelrod backwards.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Axelrod.
Axelrod lands a right hand that snaps the head of Tomoguchi backwards.
Axelrod struggles to land a body shot inside as Tomoguchi controls his hands.
Axelrod throws a punch but it's blocked by Tomoguchi.
Axelrod tries a body shot but Tomoguchi blocks it.
Tomoguchi blocking some punches.
Axelrod blocking some punches.
#T3#
Tomoguchi has Axelrod pressed against the cage, preventing Axelrod from circling away and getting back to striking at range.#BC2#
Axelrod's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
A decent looking cross lands there for Axelrod.
Axelrod takes a swing at Tomoguchi's ribcage but misses.
Tomoguchi throws a shot from downtown. Axelrod moves away and avoids it.
Tomoguchi wants to clinch.
Tomoguchi fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Axelrod manages to avoid it.
Tomoguchi fails with an attempt to clinch.
Tomoguchi keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Axelrod.
Tomoguchi tries to close the distance and clinch up but Axelrod swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Axelrod swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Tomoguchi misses with a body shot.
Axelrod looks to land a right hand but Tomoguchi moved out of range.
Axelrod throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tomoguchi wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook. Axelrod ducked under it nicely.
It seemed like Axelrod was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Tomoguchi walks into a stiff left hand from Axelrod.
Axelrod moves forwards but Tomoguchi connects with a nice, crisp jab.
A shot to the liver by Axelrod. Beautiful body shot.#T4#
Tomoguchi fails to land with a series of punches.
A left lands for Axelrod.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tomoguchi takes one to the side of the head.
Axelrod uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tomoguchi.
Axelrod looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Axelrod scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Tomoguchi tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Axelrod paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Tomoguchi takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Axelrod throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Tomoguchi throws a jab when Axelrod was well out of range.
Axelrod throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tomoguchi sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Tomoguchi is looking to counter the offense by Axelrod and move into the clinch.
Tomoguchi gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Axelrod throws a big shot that misses.
Tomoguchi defending well as Axelrod loads up on a big left hand.
Tomoguchi stuns Axelrod with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Axelrod connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Axelrod keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi tries to clinch up.
Nice straight punches there by Axelrod. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Axelrod.
Tomoguchi tries to clinch up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Rico Axelrod will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Tomoguchi jabs at Axelrod's body.
Rico Axelrod seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Axelrod looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Tomoguchi displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Tomoguchi ducks under a wild hook from Axelrod.
Axelrod defending well as Tomoguchi loads up on a big left hand.
Axelrod just misses with a punch to the body.
Nice defenses there by Axelrod.
Axelrod misses with a hook. Tomoguchi ducked under it nicely.
Axelrod misses with a jab, cross combination.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Tomoguchi throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Axelrod stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Axelrod is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Tomoguchi changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Axelrod lands with a nice body punch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tomoguchi bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Axelrod's head.
Tomoguchi blocks a low kick nicely.
Tomoguchi takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Axelrod misses with a leg kick.
Tomoguchi pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Axelrod feints a counter leg kick.
Tomoguchi takes a swing at Axelrod's ribcage but misses. #T1#
Axelrod's corner calls for a 1-2. Axelrod obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Tomoguchi uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Axelrod.
A telegraphed right hand from Axelrod misses the target.
Axelrod moves away from the strike by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Axelrod sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook to the body
and Axelrod counters with a straight right hand.
Axelrod looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Axelrod scores with a hook to the body. Tomoguchi takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Axelrod listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Tomoguchi has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Axelrod jabs at Tomoguchi's body.
Axelrod misses with a wild body shot.
Axelrod pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tomoguchi lands a jab to the nose.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tomoguchi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Axelrod.
Axelrod digs a good hook to Tomoguchi's body.
Axelrod takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Axelrod takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Tomoguchi throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Axelrod sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T2#
Tomoguchi looks to clinch
and Axelrod counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Tomoguchi tries to clinch but Axelrod is having none of it. #CL2#
Axelrod gets in close and instigates a clinch. #BC2#
Axelrod's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Tomoguchi on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Axelrod keeps the fight on the outside.
Axelrod finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Tomoguchi tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Axelrod was well out of range. Poor timing from Tomoguchi.
Axelrod throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Shinji Tomoguchi has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Tomoguchi connects with a body shot.
Tomoguchi misses with an uppercut.
Tomoguchi is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Tomoguchi moves out of range as Axelrod strikes.
Tomoguchi uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Tomoguchi takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Axelrod keeps the fight on the outside.
Donk. Axelrod catches Tomoguchi right on the button with a cross.#T3#
A swing and a miss from Axelrod.
Axelrod loads up on a big right hand but Tomoguchi slips the punch.
Tomoguchi throws a jab but it's blocked by Axelrod.
A slow jab from Tomoguchi misses its intended target.
Axelrod uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Axelrod ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Axelrod throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Axelrod throws a hook to the side of Tomoguchi's head but Tomoguchi sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A looping hook to the body misses from Axelrod. Tomoguchi does a little dance to reset his feet.
Axelrod swings for the body but Tomoguchi moves out of range.
A punch lands to the side of Tomoguchi 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Tomoguchi tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Axelrod was well out of range. Poor timing from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi lands a glancing blow to the side of Axelrod's head.
Tomoguchi moves out of range as Axelrod strikes.
Tomoguchi is looking to counter the offense by Axelrod and move into the clinch.
Tomoguchi looks to throw the jab but Axelrod is out of range.
Axelrod lunges at Tomoguchi with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Tomoguchi's hand.
Tomoguchi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tomoguchi fails with an attempt to clinch.
#T4#
Axelrod waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tomoguchi.
Axelrod connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Tomoguchi's hands.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tomoguchi takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
#CL#
Tomoguchi takes the fight into the clinch.
Tomoguchi misses with a punch on the inside.
Axelrod misses with a punch on the inside.
Axelrod misses with a hook from the clinch.
A short uppercut from Tomoguchi.
Axelrod misses with the head strike.
Axelrod pushes Tomoguchi back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Axelrod misses with a punch on the inside.
Axelrod working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Axelrod misses with a punch to the body.
Tomoguchi blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tomoguchi prevents a body shot from Axelrod.
Axelrod misses with a body punch.
Tomoguchi scores with a shoulder strike.
Axelrod misses with a body punch.
Tomoguchi misses with a punch to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Rico Axelrod showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Tomoguchi avoids the body shot from Axelrod.
Axelrod ducks under a wild hook from Tomoguchi.
Axelrod misses with a looping right.
Axelrod swats away the attempt to clinch by Tomoguchi.
Axelrod keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Axelrod steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi throws a looping overhand right but Axelrod ducks down to avoid it.
Tomoguchi looks to land a right hand but Axelrod moved out of range.
Axelrod swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Axelrod uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi checks a leg kick.
Axelrod uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tomoguchi.
A jab from Axelrod misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tomoguchi takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Axelrod throws a looping overhand right but Tomoguchi ducks down to avoid it.
Axelrod looks to score with a jab to the body but Tomoguchi is just out of range.
Tomoguchi has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Axelrod finds it's way round the side to connect with Tomoguchi's head.
Tomoguchi looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Axelrod connects with the punch.
Tomoguchi tries to clinch up
and Axelrod counters with a straight right hand.#T1#
A leg kick checked by Tomoguchi.
Axelrod defending well as Tomoguchi loads up on a big left hand.
A jab from Axelrod misses.
Tomoguchi connects with a jab.
Axelrod cracks a nice hook into Tomoguchi's ribs.
Tomoguchi thuds a left hand into Axelrod's body.
Axelrod is looking to chop away at Tomoguchi's legs.
The crowd cheers as Axelrod lands an impressive looking overhand right. Tomoguchi doesn't seem phased though.#CL#
Tomoguchi gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Axelrod misses with the head strike.
Tomoguchi blocks a body shot from Axelrod.
Shinji Tomoguchi has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Axelrod tries to work over Tomoguchi's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Axelrod softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Axelrod lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Axelrod misses with a punch on the inside.
Good body shot from Tomoguchi.
#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!
Tomoguchi lands a left hand that snaps the head of Axelrod backwards.
Tomoguchi blocking some punches.
Axelrod misses with a punch on the inside.
A body shot lands from Axelrod.
Tomoguchi tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tomoguchi pushes Axelrod back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Axelrod lands a body punch.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Axelrod misses with a punch to the body.
A left hand lands to the body for Axelrod.
Tomoguchi's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Axelrod swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tomoguchi throws a head punch that misses.
Axelrod throws a punch but it's blocked by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Axelrod softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Tomoguchi fails to land.
Axelrod tries a body shot but Tomoguchi blocks it.
Axelrod misses with a punch to the body.
Axelrod stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Axelrod tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tomoguchi's elbow. #T3##BC2#
Axelrod manages to break the clinch.
Axelrod lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Tomoguchi at a distance.
Axelrod ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Tomoguchi misses with a straight left.
Tomoguchi misses with a lunging right hand
and Axelrod counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Tomoguchi tries to clinch up but Axelrod circles away and keeps his distance.
A slow jab from Tomoguchi misses its intended target.
Axelrod bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Axelrod darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Tomoguchi throws a jab but it's blocked by Axelrod.
Axelrod uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Axelrod uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tomoguchi.
Axelrod jabs Tomoguchi right on the nose. Tomoguchi blinks but takes it well.
Tomoguchi misses with a double jab
and Axelrod counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Axelrod keeps the fight on the outside.
Axelrod buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Tomoguchi on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. #T4#
Axelrod lands a glancing blow to the side of Tomoguchi's head.
Axelrod with a hook.#CL2#
Axelrod closes the distance and clinches.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Tomoguchi creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Axelrod lands a right hand that snaps the head of Tomoguchi backwards. #BC2#
Axelrod pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Tomoguchi misses with an uppercut.
Axelrod jabs Tomoguchi to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Tomoguchi takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Tomoguchi thows a left - swing and a miss!
Axelrod has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Axelrod misses with a body shot.
Tomoguchi is looking to counter the offense by Axelrod and move into the clinch.
Axelrod connects with the punch.
Tomoguchi walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Axelrod lands with a straight right. Tomoguchi didn't see that one coming.#ROC2#Tomoguchi is rocked!
Tomoguchi fails in his attempt to clinch.
Tomoguchi keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Axelrod throws a hook to the side of Tomoguchi's head but Tomoguchi sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rico Axelrod comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Axelrod has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 27:30
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 27:30
Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Rico Axelrod! |
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Event:
AWC Group B - Rd 5
Date: Apr 27, 2021 |
#R1##CL#
Tomoguchi closes the distance and clinches.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook from the clinch.
Tomoguchi lands a left hand.
Tomoguchi lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Keane can't find room to land a body shot as Tomoguchi controls the action.
Tomoguchi lands with a left to the head.
Keane tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
I was talking to Tomoguchi's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Tomoguchi blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tomoguchi tries a body shot but Keane blocks it.
Tomoguchi softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Tomoguchi misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tomoguchi misses with a short punch on the inside.
Tomoguchi lands a nice uppercut.
Tomoguchi lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Keane backwards.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Tomoguchi creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tomoguchi lands a body shot in the clinch.
Keane blocking some punches.
Tomoguchi throws a head punch that misses.
Keane swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tomoguchi misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Keane tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A short uppercut from Keane.
Keane lands with a light punch inside.
Keane blocks a body shot from Tomoguchi. #T1#
Tomoguchi doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tomoguchi misses with a body punch.
Keane lands a shoulder strike.
Keane has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Tomoguchi seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Keane can turn it around.
Keane's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Keane misses with a punch to the body.
Tomoguchi doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tomoguchi lands a nice shot to the body.
Keane tries a body shot but Tomoguchi blocks it.
Keane is trying to maintain a safe position but Tomoguchi gets an underhook and turns Keane into the cage.
A body shot lands from Keane.
A nice right hand lands inside from Keane.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Keane.
Keane blocks a body shot from Tomoguchi.
A head punch on the inside from Tomoguchi fails to land.
Keane is leaning against Tomoguchi and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Tomoguchi gets through Keane's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Keane swings wildly with an uppercut but Tomoguchi uses good head movement to avoid it.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Tomoguchi misses with some punches.
Keane misses with a shot to the kidneys.
#T2#
Keane tries to throw a body punch but Tomoguchi avoids it by throwing Keane back against the cage.
Keane tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tomoguchi's elbow.
Keane lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Tomoguchi backwards.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tomoguchi lands a nice uppercut.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Tomoguchi as Keane tries to tie him up.
Tomoguchi blocks an uppercut.
Tomoguchi lands with a light punch inside.
Keane swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tomoguchi throws a punch but it's blocked by Keane.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tomoguchi.
Keane lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Keane tries to throw a body punch but Tomoguchi avoids it by throwing Keane back against the cage.
Tomoguchi tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Keane's elbow.
Tomoguchi blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tomoguchi lands with a light punch inside.
Tomoguchi throws a punch but it's blocked by Keane.
Keane pressing his opponent against the cage.
Keane tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tomoguchi's elbow. #T3#
Nice body punch from Tomoguchi - that landed with a thud.
Tomoguchi lands with a light punch inside.
Keane throws a punch but it's blocked by Tomoguchi.
Keane blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tomoguchi blocking some punches.
Keane struggles to land a body shot inside as Tomoguchi controls his hands.
Keane throws a punch but it's blocked by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi misses with a short punch on the inside.
A nice left hand lands by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi can't find room to land a body shot as Keane controls the action.
Keane blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tomoguchi working aggressively here.
Tomoguchi blocking some punches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Keane.
Keane throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Tomoguchis head.
A short right from Keane on the inside.
Tomoguchi lands a right hand.
Tomoguchi lands on the inside with an uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tomoguchi struggles to land a body shot inside as Keane controls his hands.
Tomoguchi pushes Keane back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#T4#
Tomoguchi working aggressively here.
Come on Keane - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Keane blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tomoguchi lands with a short shot to the head.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook from the clinch.
Keane lands a hook to the side of the head.
Tomoguchi lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Keane.
Tomoguchi lands a right hand that snaps the head of Keane backwards.
Tomoguchi lands a nice uppercut.
Tomoguchi has a couple of punches blocked by Keane.
A nice right hand lands inside from Tomoguchi.
Keane lands a body shot.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook to the ribs.
Keane throws a punch but it's blocked by Tomoguchi.
Keane misses with a punch on the inside.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tomoguchi swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Keane scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Tomoguchi misses with some punches.
Keane throws a head punch that misses.
Tomoguchi blocks a body shot from Keane.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Shinji Tomoguchi dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Tomoguchi misses with a looping left.
Tomoguchi throws a hook but Keane blocks it.
Keane tries to counter by closing the distance.
Tomoguchi is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Keane.
Keane is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Tomoguchi is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Keane can do to turn this around?
Tomoguchi lands a jab to the nose.
Tomoguchi throws a shot to the body.
Tomoguchi misses with a straight right.
Tomoguchi sets himself, and Keane steps forward looking for the clinch! Tomoguchi avoids it this time.
Tomoguchi misses with a wild body shot. #CL2#
Keane has taken the fight to the clinch.
Shinji Tomoguchi has scored more points in the clinch so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Keane lands a right hand.
Tomoguchi fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tomoguchi has a couple of punches blocked by Keane.
Keane fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Keane tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tomoguchi's elbow.
Keane makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Keane is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.#T1#
Keane fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tomoguchi lands a left hand.
Tomoguchi lands a left hand.
Tomoguchi misses with a punch on the inside.
Tomoguchi presses Keane against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook to the ribs.
A head punch on the inside from Keane fails to land.
Still in the clinch, Keane scores with a nice short uppercut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi misses with the head strike.
Keane swings wildly with an uppercut but Tomoguchi uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tomoguchi lands a left hand that snaps the head of Keane backwards.
Keane lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tomoguchi.
Keane misses with a short punch on the inside.
Keane tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T2#
Tomoguchi makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Tomoguchi lands with a short head shot on the inside.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Keane lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Tomoguchi or not.
Tomoguchi struggles to land a body shot inside as Keane controls his hands.
Keane misses with a punch to the body.
A short right from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi misses with a short punch on the inside.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tomoguchi lands a left hand.
Keane lands a body punch.
Tomoguchi pushes Keane back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Tomoguchi misses with a punch on the inside.
Tomoguchi tries to work over Keane's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Tomoguchi scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Tomoguchi lands a nice uppercut.
Keane misses with a hook from the clinch.
Keane can't find room to land a body shot as Tomoguchi controls the action.
Keane misses with a punch on the inside.
Keane scores with a shoulder strike.
Keane lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #T3#
Tomoguchi lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Tomoguchi swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tomoguchi swings wildly with an uppercut but Keane uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nice body punch from Tomoguchi.
Keane tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tomoguchi has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Tomoguchi prevents a body shot from Keane.
Keane looking to slow down the pace here.
Keane blocks an uppercut.
Keane blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Keane lands with a right to the head.
Tomoguchi misses with a short punch on the inside.
Keane makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Tomoguchi scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Tomoguchi lands a body shot in the clinch.
Keane just leaning against Tomoguchi, taking a breather.
Tomoguchi prevents a body shot from Keane.
Keane tries a body shot but Tomoguchi blocks it.
A head punch on the inside from Tomoguchi fails to land.
A shot in the inside from Keane. #T4#
A hook to the body from Keane.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Keane misses with a punch to the body.
Keane doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tomoguchi tries to work over Keane's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A left hand lands to the body for Tomoguchi.
Keane trying to control the position but instead, Tomoguchi has worked for underhooks and has pushed Keane into the cage.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook from the clinch.
Tomoguchi throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Tomoguchi goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tomoguchi misses with the head strike.
Tomoguchi tries to throw a body punch but Keane avoids it by throwing Tomoguchi back against the cage.
Still in the clinch, Keane scores with a nice short uppercut.
Tomoguchi blocks a body shot from Keane.
Keane swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Keane blocks a body shot from Tomoguchi.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Keane.
Keane swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A short right from Keane on the inside.
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 Shinji Tomoguchi will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Keane moves out of range of the strikes.
Tomoguchi misses with a looping left.#CL#
Keane tries to keep at a distance but Tomoguchi has taken the fight into the clinch.
Keane lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Tomoguchi lands a body punch.
Tomoguchi lands a right hand.
A shot in the inside from Keane.
Keane scores with a hook to the body.
Keane has a couple of punches blocked by Tomoguchi.
A head punch on the inside from Tomoguchi fails to land.
Tomoguchi lands a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tomoguchi misses with a short punch on the inside.
Tomoguchi has a couple of punches blocked by Keane.
Keane lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Tomoguchi misses with a short punch on the inside.
Tomoguchi tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tomoguchi tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Keane scores with a shoulder strike. #T1#
Tomoguchi has a couple of punches blocked by Keane.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook from the clinch.
Keane misses with a hook to the ribs.
Still in the clinch, Keane scores with a nice short uppercut.
Tomoguchi goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Keane goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Keane looking to stall.
Keane lands with a left to the head.
Tomoguchi misses with a punch on the inside.
Keane prevents a body shot from Tomoguchi.
Keane tries to stall but Tomoguchi uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Tomoguchi tries a body shot but Keane blocks it.
Keane is trying to maintain a safe position but Tomoguchi gets an underhook and turns Keane into the cage.
Keane can't find room to land a body shot as Tomoguchi controls the action.
Keane lands with a light punch inside.
Keane misses with some punches.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook to the ribs.
Keane tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Keane blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#T2#
Tomoguchi works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Keane lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Keane blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tomoguchi misses with some punches.
Keane stalling the fight.
Tomoguchi lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tomoguchi prevents a body shot from Keane.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tomoguchi lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Keane blocks an uppercut.
Keane throws a punch but it's blocked by Tomoguchi.
Keane doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Keane lands an uppercut.
Tomoguchi lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Keane fails to land.
Keane misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tomoguchi tries a body shot but Keane blocks it.
Tomoguchi lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #T3#
Tomoguchi lands a shot to the body.
Keane throws a punch but it's blocked by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Keane's elbow.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tomoguchi blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Keane lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Tomoguchi backwards.
A short uppercut from Keane.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tomoguchi.
A right hook to the body lands for Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Keane stalling in the clinch but Tomoguchi improves position.
Tomoguchi lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Keane is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Tomoguchi blocks a body shot from Keane.
Tomoguchi tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Jake Keane has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Keane cracks Tomoguchi with a nice body shot.
Keane avoiding damage.
#T4#
Keane gets through Tomoguchi's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A short right from Tomoguchi on the inside.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tomoguchi blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Keane tries a body shot but Tomoguchi blocks it.
Tomoguchi struggles to land a body shot inside as Keane controls his hands.
Keane goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Keane lands a nice uppercut.
Keane scores with a shoulder strike.
Tomoguchi misses with a punch on the inside.
Keane blocking some punches.
Tomoguchi lands an uppercut.
Tomoguchi fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Still in the clinch, Tomoguchi scores with a nice short uppercut.
Tomoguchi lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Keane tries to stall but Tomoguchi uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Keane misses with a hook from the clinch.
Keane throws a head punch that misses.
Tomoguchi can't find room to land a body shot as Keane controls the action.
Keane throws a head punch that misses.
Keane goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
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 Shinji Tomoguchi.
Well Tomoguchi has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Jonathan Paton scores the fight 30:27
Judge Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 28:29
Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight 30:28
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Shinji Tomoguchi!
Shinji Tomoguchi decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way. |
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Event:
AWC Group B - Rd 4
Date: Apr 09, 2021 |
#R1#
A telegraphed right hand from Tomoguchi misses the target. #CL2#
Tomoguchi moves into the clinch.
Tomoguchi misses with a short punch on the inside.
Tomoguchi lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Tomoguchi goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tomoguchi lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Probert backwards.
A nice left hand lands by Probert.
Probert working aggressively here.
Tomoguchi lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Tomoguchi lands with a right to the head.
Probert lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Tomoguchi pushes Probert back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tomoguchi throws a punch but it's blocked by Probert.
Probert tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Probert lands a body punch.
Tomoguchi lands with a right to the head.
A nice left hand lands by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A nice left hand lands by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi lands a nice uppercut.
Tomoguchi lands a left hand that snaps the head of Probert backwards.
A right hook to the body lands for Tomoguchi.
Probert lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Tomoguchi or not. #T1##BC#
Probert pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
An inside leg kick lands from Probert.
Tomoguchi avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Tomoguchi wants to counter with a clinch but Probert pushes him away.
Probert throws out a powerful jab.
Probert swings and misses with a shot to the body#CL2#
and Tomoguchi counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Tomoguchi.
Probert misses with the head strike.
Still in the clinch, Tomoguchi scores with a nice short uppercut.
Probert tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Probert misses with the head strike.
#BC#
Probert manages to break the clinch.
Tomoguchi avoids the body shot from Probert.
Tomoguchi wants to counter the offense by Probert and move into the clinch position.
A jab from Tomoguchi misses.
A counter left hand to the body from Probert misses its target.
Probert wants to slow Tomoguchi down by chopping away at his legs.
Tomoguchi tries to close the distance and clinch but Probert swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #CL2#
Probert tries to keep at a distance but Tomoguchi has taken the fight into the clinch.
Probert blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tomoguchi goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Probert. #T2#
Tomoguchi lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tomoguchi working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Tomoguchi lands with a light punch inside.
Tomoguchi misses with the head strike.
Probert working aggressively here.
Tomoguchi blocks an uppercut.
Tomoguchi struggles to land a body shot inside as Probert controls his hands.
Probert tries a body shot but Tomoguchi blocks it.
A short right from Tomoguchi on the inside.
Probert lands with a light punch inside.
A nice left hand lands by Tomoguchi.
Probert throws a punch but it's blocked by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi working aggressively here.
Probert blocks a body shot from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi takes a shot to the head.
Tomoguchi misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Probert works on Tomoguchi's body with a couple of short punches.
Tomoguchi tries to throw a body punch but Probert avoids it by throwing Tomoguchi back against the cage.
Probert struggles to land a body shot inside as Tomoguchi controls his hands.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook from the clinch.
Probert tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tomoguchi's elbow. #T3#
Tomoguchi blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Probert lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Probert wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
A head punch on the inside from Tomoguchi fails to land.
Tomoguchi makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Probert lands a left hand that snaps the head of Tomoguchi backwards.
Probert is trying to break free.
Tomoguchi lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Tomoguchi working aggressively here.
Tomoguchi scores with a nice hook to the head.
Tomoguchi has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Probert seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Tomoguchi can turn it around.
Probert scores with a nice hook to the head.
Tomoguchi misses with a punch to the body.
A left hand lands to the body for Probert.
Tomoguchi lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A short uppercut from Probert.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Probert lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Tomoguchi backwards.
Probert struggles to land a body shot inside as Tomoguchi controls his hands.
A body shot lands from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi lands a nice uppercut.
Tomoguchi misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tomoguchi tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Probert tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tomoguchi's elbow. #T4#
Probert working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Tomoguchi softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Tomoguchi tries to throw a body punch but Probert avoids it by throwing Tomoguchi back against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi misses with a body punch.
Tomoguchi throws a head punch that misses.
Tomoguchi softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Tomoguchi doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tomoguchi lands with a left to the head.
Tomoguchi lands a body shot in the clinch.
Probert blocks an uppercut.
#BC#
Probert pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
A lazy left from Probert finds it's target.
Tomoguchi tries to clinch up but Probert circles away and keeps his distance.
A big left from Probert misses.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Probert steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tomoguchi.
Probert scores with the left hand. Tomoguchi knows he should have avoided that one.
Tomoguchi moves to clinch but Probert breaks away
and Probert cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Shinji Tomoguchi dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Tomoguchi doesn't manage to clinch there - Probert circles away.
Shinji Tomoguchi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Tomoguchi instigates a clinch.
Tomoguchi lands a nice shot to the body.
Tomoguchi pushes Probert back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Probert tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tomoguchi's elbow.
A left hand lands to the body for Probert.
Probert has had enough of the clinch but Tomoguchi keeps him there for the moment.
Shinji Tomoguchi seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Tomoguchi creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Probert blocking some punches.
A left hand lands to the body for Tomoguchi.
Probert lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Tomoguchi blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tomoguchi lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Probert or not.
Tomoguchi has a couple of punches blocked by Probert.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC#
Probert breaks from the clinch.
Probert's corner calls for a 1-2. Probert obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Probert throws a solid leg kick but Tomoguchi takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Probert.#CL2#
Tomoguchi clinches up with Probert and pushes him back against the cage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tomoguchi scores with a nice hook to the head.
Tomoguchi softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#T1#
Probert misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Probert misses with a punch to the body.
Probert makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Probert lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Tomoguchi backwards.
Probert lands a right hand that snaps the head of Tomoguchi backwards.
Probert doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Probert fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Probert swings wildly with an uppercut but Tomoguchi uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tomoguchi lands a nice shot to the body.
Tomoguchi doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tomoguchi tries to throw a body punch but Probert avoids it by throwing Tomoguchi back against the cage.
Tomoguchi tries to work over Probert's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Probert goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Probert definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Probert working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Probert lands a hook to the side of the head.
Probert struggles to land a body shot inside as Tomoguchi controls his hands.
Tomoguchi fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Probert lands a body punch.
Probert works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
A head punch on the inside from Tomoguchi fails to land. #T2#
Probert has a couple of punches blocked by Tomoguchi.
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!
Tomoguchi digs a right hand into Probert's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Probert's gas tank.
A shot in the inside from Probert.
Probert is looking to break free of the clinch but Tomoguchi has double underhooks.
Probert wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
A nice right hand lands inside from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi has Probert pressed against the cage, preventing Probert from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Tomoguchi misses with a punch to the body.
A shot in the inside from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi blocks a body shot from Probert.
Tomoguchi tries a body shot but Probert blocks it.
Tomoguchi blocks an uppercut.
A shot in the inside from Probert.
Probert lands a left hand that snaps the head of Tomoguchi backwards.
Probert tries to circle away but Tomoguchi has him pinned against the cage.
Tomoguchi lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Probert backwards.
Tomoguchi misses with some punches.
Tomoguchi prevents Probert from breaking the clinch.
Probert lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Probert is trying to break the clinch but Tomoguchi is controlling him.#BC#
Probert's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T3#
Probert throws a big shot that misses.#CL2#
Tomoguchi closes the distance and clinches.
Probert swings wildly with an uppercut but Tomoguchi uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tomoguchi throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Proberts head.
Tomoguchi struggles to land a body shot inside as Probert controls his hands.
#BC#
Probert manages to break the clinch.
Tomoguchi throws a shot from downtown. Probert moves away and avoids it.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Tomoguchi.
Probert prevents a body shot from Tomoguchi.
A nice right hand lands inside from Probert.
Tomoguchi tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tomoguchi lands with a short shot to the head.
Tomoguchi misses with a punch to the body.
Probert is trying to break the clinch but Tomoguchi has him pressed against the cage.
Tomoguchi tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tomoguchi tries to throw a body punch but Probert avoids it by throwing Tomoguchi back against the cage. #T4#
Probert wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Tomoguchi has him pressed against the cage.
Tomoguchi makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Probert.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Probert pushes Tomoguchi back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Probert looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Probert lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Probert wants to break the clinch but can't.
Probert is looking to break free of the clinch but Tomoguchi has double underhooks.
Probert lands a right hand. #BC#
Probert breaks the clinch.
Probert thumps Tomoguchi with a low kick.
Probert swings for the body but Tomoguchi moves out of range.
Tomoguchi connects with a nice looking jab.
Tomoguchi throws a poor cross that misses
and Probert counters with a stiff right hand.
Probert scores with a hook.
Bob Probert is winning the standup battle so far.
Probert fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Jab from Probert.
Tomoguchi throws a hook to the side of Probert's head but Probert sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
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 Bob Probert will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3##CL2#
Tomoguchi pushes Probert up against the cage in a clinch.
Probert blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Probert is trying to force a seperation but Tomoguchi has the dominant position.
Probert lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Tomoguchi throws a punch but it's blocked by Probert.
Tomoguchi tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Probert lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Tomoguchi stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Probert wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Tomoguchi has him pressed against the cage.#BC#
Probert's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Probert scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Tomoguchi doesn't seem bothered though.
Tomoguchi throws a jab but it's blocked by Probert.
Tomoguchi swings widly with a right hand
and Probert counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tomoguchi misses with a right hand
enabling Probert to counter with a crisp jab.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook
and Probert counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Probert misses with a body shot.
Tomoguchi misses with a left hand
and Probert counters with a stiff right hand.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Probert uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tomoguchi.
#T1##CL2#
Tomoguchi moves into range and clinches up with Probert.
Probert working aggressively here.
Probert lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Probert misses with a punch to the body.
Tomoguchi goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tomoguchi lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Tomoguchi misses with a short punch on the inside.
Tomoguchi swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Probert misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tomoguchi pushes Probert back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Nice body punch from Probert - that landed with a thud.
A short right from Probert on the inside.
Probert has had enough of the clinch but Tomoguchi keeps him there for the moment.
Still in the clinch, Tomoguchi scores with a nice short uppercut.
Probert blocks an uppercut.
Nice body punch from Tomoguchi - that landed with a thud.
Probert doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Probert lands an uppercut.
Tomoguchi tries a body shot but Probert blocks it.
Probert tries to break free but Tomoguchi pushes him back against the cage.#T2#
Probert has a couple of punches blocked by Tomoguchi.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Probert blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tomoguchi throws a punch but it's blocked by Probert.
Tomoguchi blocks a body shot from Probert.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Tomoguchi.
Probert lands with a light punch inside.
A short uppercut from Tomoguchi.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tomoguchi.
Probert throws a punch but it's blocked by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Probert's efforts to push away.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Probert.
Tomoguchi tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tomoguchi softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Tomoguchi doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Probert tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Probert lands a body punch in the clinch.
Probert lands with a right to the head. #BC#
Probert manages to break the clinch.
Probert looks to score with a jab to the body but Tomoguchi is just out of range.#T3#
Probert lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Probert comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.#CL2#
Tomoguchi forces Probert back against the cage and clinches.
Tomoguchi presses Probert against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Tomoguchi throws a head punch that misses.
Tomoguchi blocks a body shot from Probert.
Tomoguchi lands a shot to the body.
A right hook to the body lands for Probert.
Probert gets through Tomoguchi's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Tomoguchi misses with the head strike.
Probert lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Tomoguchi backwards.
Tomoguchi lands a right hand.
Tomoguchi blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#BC#
Probert's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL2#
Tomoguchi has closed the distance and engaged Probert in a clinch.
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!
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi tries to throw a body punch but Probert avoids it by throwing Tomoguchi back against the cage.
A short body shot lands from Probert as the two fighters clinch.
#T4#
Probert tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tomoguchi doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Probert is leaning against Tomoguchi and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Tomoguchi lands with a left to the head.
Tomoguchi presses Probert against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Tomoguchi lands with a right to the head.
A nice right hand lands inside from Probert. #BC#
Probert breaks from the clinch.
Tomoguchi takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Tomoguchi throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Probert counters with a left to the body.
Tomoguchi throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Probert sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Probert swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Probert misses with a hook. Tomoguchi ducked under it nicely.
Probert misses with a wild body shot.
Tomoguchi ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Probert moves away.
Probert connects with a crisp jab.
And that's the end of the fight!
Bob Probert showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Probert has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 29:29
Judge Joseph Jones scores the fight 29:28
Judge Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Bob Probert! |
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Event:
AWC Group B - Rd 3
Date: Mar 22, 2021 |
#R1##TD2#
Limitless manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Tomoguchi on his heels. He'll look to pass Tomoguchi's guard now, I'm sure.
Limitless wants to control from the top but Tomoguchi keeps moving.
Tomoguchi keeping full guard, as Limitless tries to pass.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Limitless postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Limitless controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Limitless trying to control the position from guard on top but Tomoguchi is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Limitless wants to pass the guard but Tomoguchi is keeping the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Limitless passes into half guard.
Tomoguchi avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Limitless . #T1#
Tomoguchi is not content to let Limitless control the position.
Limitless is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Tomoguchi!
Limitless can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Tomoguchi is looking to escape.
Tomoguchi's coaches at No Stepchild - No Entrance have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
Limitless controlling his opponent. #SUB2#
Limitless goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Tomoguchi is on top in guard.
#SUB2#
Limitless is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
Limitless escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Tomoguchi gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T2##SUB2#
Limitless has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Tomoguchi can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Limitless isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Tomoguchi stacks Limitless on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Tomoguchi!
Tomoguchi is looking to take a break and control but Limitless is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Limitless is looking to reverse the position.
Limitless is trying to control Tomoguchi's posture but Tomoguchi avoids it. #T3#
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Limitless can do anything to dispel that myth.
Tomoguchi is looking to take a break and control but Limitless is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Tomoguchi has control of an arm but Limitless manages to advance to Tomoguchi's back!
Limitless struggling to land strikes to the head as Tomoguchi covers up.
Limitless looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Tomoguchi can't escape the position.
Limitless lands with a hammerfist to the side of Tomoguchi's head.
Tomoguchi avoids the strikes from Limitless .
Limitless is throwing punches to the body, looking to soften Tomoguchi up.
Limitless throwing wild punches that miss their target.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Limitless is landing with strikes. Tomoguchi can't take much more of this.#T4#
Limitless is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Tomoguchi wants to escape the position.
Tomoguchi takes a big shot to the side of the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Limitless really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Tomoguchi.
Limitless is looking to control Tomoguchi but Tomoguchi is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Limitless missing with punches from the back.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Limitless has Tomoguchi flattened out and is raining down punches.
Limitless misses with an elbow to the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Trey Limitless dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2##CL#
Tomoguchi clinches up with Limitless and pushes him back against the cage.
Limitless takes a shot to the head.
Tomoguchi lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Tomoguchi works on Limitless 's body with a couple of short punches.
Tomoguchi lands a right hand that snaps the head of Limitless backwards.
Limitless is working for takedown but Tomoguchi is calmly controlling the position for now.
Tomoguchi lands a nice uppercut.
A body shot lands from Tomoguchi.
Limitless has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Tomoguchi is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Tomoguchi makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Tomoguchi softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Limitless is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Tomoguchi is defending well.
Shinji Tomoguchi has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Trey Limitless .
Tomoguchi lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tomoguchi lands with a short shot to the head.
Limitless tries for a takedown but Tomoguchi manages to get underhooks.
Tomoguchi scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Tomoguchi lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Tomoguchi is pressed up against the cage. Limitless has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Tomoguchi down to the mat. Tomoguchi avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #CL#
Tomoguchi gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Tomoguchi lands with a right to the head.
Tomoguchi working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Limitless wants a takedown.
Tomoguchi lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Limitless backwards. #T1#
A right handed body shot lands from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Limitless backwards.
A body shot lands from Tomoguchi.
Limitless is breathing heavily.
Tomoguchi lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Limitless or not.
Good body shot from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A nice left hand lands by Tomoguchi.
#ROC#Limitless is rocked!
A short right from Tomoguchi on the inside.
Limitless is still on wobbly legs! Can Tomoguchi finish him?
A short right hand to the side of the head by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Limitless s head.
A right hook to the body lands for Tomoguchi.
Limitless 's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A right hand to the body from Tomoguchi.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A right hook to the body lands for Tomoguchi.
A right hand to the body from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Limitless is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Tomoguchi to keep the fight standing.
Tomoguchi lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Limitless backwards.
Tomoguchi stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Tomoguchi lands a nice uppercut.
Tomoguchi throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Limitless s head. #T2#
Tomoguchi pushes Limitless back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Tomoguchi lands with a left to the head.
Tomoguchi softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Tomoguchi pushes Limitless back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Tomoguchi presses Limitless against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Limitless has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Tomoguchi avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Tomoguchi lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Limitless or not.
Tomoguchi lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Tomoguchi lands a left hand that snaps the head of Limitless backwards.
Tomoguchi is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Limitless can do to turn this around?
Tomoguchi lands a hook that snaps the head of Limitless backwards.
Tomoguchi gets underhooks to prevent Limitless 's takedown attempt.
Shinji Tomoguchi has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Tomoguchi scores with a shot to the side of Limitless 's head.
A shot in the inside from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi lands an uppercut in the clinch that drops Limitless to his knees! Tomoguchi keeps firing more shots against his stricken opponent and the referee jumps in to save him!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:47 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Shinji Tomoguchi!
Shinji Tomoguchi decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way. |
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Event:
AWC Group B - Rd 2
Date: Mar 04, 2021 |
#R1##CL#
Tomoguchi moves into the clinch.
A short right from Shredder on the inside.
Tomoguchi misses with the head strike.
Shredder throws a head punch that misses.
Shredder tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tomoguchi's elbow.
Shredder blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Shredder tries to stall but Tomoguchi uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
A short right from Tomoguchi on the inside.
Tomoguchi throws a head punch that misses.
Shredder lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Shredder has a couple of punches blocked by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Shredder tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tomoguchi's elbow.
A short uppercut from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi prevents a body shot from Shredder.
Shredder looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Shredder tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A shot in the inside from Tomoguchi.
A left hand lands to the body for Tomoguchi.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tomoguchi lands a left hand.
Shredder misses with a punch to the body.
Shredder misses with a hook from the clinch.
Shredder throws a head punch that misses.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Shredder or not.
Shredder misses with the head strike.
Tomoguchi has a couple of punches blocked by Shredder.
#T1#
Shredder tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tomoguchi tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tomoguchi misses with a short punch on the inside.
Tomoguchi softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Tomoguchi misses with a body punch.
Shredder can't find room to land a body shot as Tomoguchi controls the action.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Shredder tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Shredder fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Shredder blocks a body shot from Tomoguchi.
Shredder is trying to stall.
Still in the clinch, Tomoguchi scores with a nice short uppercut.
Tomoguchi blocks an uppercut.
Tomoguchi scores with a hook to the body.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Shredder.
Shredder blocking some punches.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tomoguchi prevents a body shot from Shredder.
Tomoguchi tries to throw a body punch but Shredder avoids it by throwing Tomoguchi back against the cage.
Tomoguchi lands a nice uppercut.
I was talking to Tomoguchi's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
A shot in the inside from Tomoguchi. #T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Shredder fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Shredder has a couple of punches blocked by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi prevents Shredder from breaking the clinch.
Shredder misses with a body punch.
Shredder is looking to break free of the clinch but Tomoguchi has double underhooks.
Shredder tries to throw a body punch but Tomoguchi avoids it by throwing Shredder back against the cage.
Shredder's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Tomoguchi blocks a body shot from Shredder.
Tomoguchi misses with a body punch.
Shredder scores with a hook to the body.
Shredder blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tomoguchi throws a punch but it's blocked by Shredder.
Tomoguchi misses with some punches.
Shredder tries a body shot but Tomoguchi blocks it.
A head punch on the inside from Shredder fails to land.
Shredder tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Shredder prevents a body shot from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi misses with a punch to the body.
Good body shot from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi misses with the head strike.
Tomoguchi takes a shot to the head. #T3#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Shredder.
Tomoguchi throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Shredders head.
Shredder is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Shredder scores with a shot to the side of Tomoguchi's head.
Shredder misses with the head strike.
Shredder lands with a left to the head.
Tomoguchi blocks an uppercut.
Tomoguchi throws a head punch that misses.
Tomoguchi doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Shredder throws a head punch that misses.
Shredder lands with a left to the head.
Shredder throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Tomoguchis head.
Tomoguchi has a couple of punches blocked by Shredder.
Shredder blocks an uppercut.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Tomoguchi throws a punch but it's blocked by Shredder.
A head punch on the inside from Tomoguchi fails to land.
Shredder throws a head punch that misses.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A short left from Shredder.
Shredder tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A short left from Shredder. #T4#
Tomoguchi is working Shredder over against the cage.
Shredder misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Shredder taking a breather.
Tomoguchi lands a hook to the side of the head.
Tomoguchi misses with a punch to the body.
Tomoguchi blocking some punches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Shredder.
Tomoguchi throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Shredders head.
Tomoguchi working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Shredder lands with a short punch from the clinch.
#BC2#
Shredder escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Tomoguchi swings widly with a right hand
and Shredder connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Shredder throws a shot from downtown. Tomoguchi moves away and avoids it.
Tomoguchi tests Shredder's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Shredder circles away from the clinch attempt.
Shinji Tomoguchi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Shredder swats away the attempt to clinch by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Shredder counters with a nice uppercut.
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 Shinji Tomoguchi will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Tomoguchi is looking to clinch.
Shredder let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Tomoguchi bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Tomoguchi wants to clinch up but Shredder keeps it at a distance.#CL#
Shredder tries to keep at a distance but Tomoguchi has taken the fight into the clinch.
Shredder lands a right hand.
Shredder swings wildly with an uppercut but Tomoguchi uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tomoguchi lands with a light punch inside.
A hook to the body from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tomoguchi tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tomoguchi lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Shredder fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Good body shot from Tomoguchi.
Shredder is looking to control Tomoguchi's arms but Tomoguchi gets an underhook and turns him. Now Shredder has his back to the cage.
Tomoguchi has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Shredder working aggressively here.
Tomoguchi lands with a short shot to the head.
A nice left hand lands by Shredder.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Shredder tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tomoguchi's elbow.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook from the clinch.
Tomoguchi works on Shredder's body with a couple of short punches.#T1#
Tomoguchi tries to work over Shredder's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Tomoguchi misses with a punch to the body.
Tomoguchi swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Shredder's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Tomoguchi blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tomoguchi lands a right hand that snaps the head of Shredder backwards.
Tomoguchi digs a right hand into Shredder's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Shredder's gas tank.
Tomoguchi tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Shredder's elbow.
Tomoguchi gets through Shredder's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Tomoguchi goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Shredder misses with a punch to the body.
Shredder lands a hook that snaps the head of Tomoguchi backwards.
Shredder's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Tomoguchi blocks an uppercut.
Shredder has a couple of punches blocked by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi scores with a shoulder strike.
Tomoguchi misses with a short punch on the inside.
Tomoguchi misses with a hook from the clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Shredder has a couple of punches blocked by Tomoguchi.
A left hand lands to the body for Tomoguchi.
Shredder prevents a body shot from Tomoguchi.
Shinji Tomoguchi has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Shredder misses with a punch on the inside.
#T2#
A short right from Tomoguchi on the inside.
Shredder misses with a hook from the clinch.
Tomoguchi lands a right hand that snaps the head of Shredder backwards.
Tomoguchi working aggressively here.
Shredder doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Shredder lands a left hand that snaps the head of Tomoguchi backwards.
Shredder throws a punch but it's blocked by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi lands a body punch in the clinch.
Shredder is breathing heavily.
Tomoguchi lands with a short shot to the head.
Tomoguchi misses with a punch on the inside.
Shredder can't find room to land a body shot as Tomoguchi controls the action.
Shredder blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tomoguchi misses with some punches.
Shredder working aggressively here.
Tomoguchi is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Shredder can do to turn this around?
Tomoguchi blocks a body shot from Shredder.
Tomoguchi misses with the head strike.
Shredder wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tomoguchi.
Shredder blocks an uppercut.
Shredder throws a head punch that misses.
Shredder misses with a punch to the body.
Shredder swings wildly with an uppercut but Tomoguchi uses good head movement to avoid it. #T3#
Still in the clinch, Tomoguchi scores with a nice short uppercut.
Tomoguchi lands with a light punch inside.
Shredder lands a shoulder strike.
Tomoguchi misses with a punch to the body.
Shredder struggles to land a body shot inside as Tomoguchi controls his hands.
Tomoguchi lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Tomoguchi blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Shredder looking to stall.
Tomoguchi pushes Shredder back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Tomoguchi lands a hook that snaps the head of Shredder backwards.
A head punch on the inside from Tomoguchi fails to land.
Shredder fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tomoguchi lands an uppercut.
Tomoguchi lands an uppercut.
A short body shot lands from Tomoguchi as the two fighters clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tomoguchi blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Shredder blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tomoguchi digs a right hand into Shredder's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Shredder's gas tank.
Tomoguchi lands a right hand.
A right hand to the body from Tomoguchi.
#T4#
Tomoguchi lands a right hand.
Still in the clinch, Tomoguchi scores with a nice short uppercut.
Tomoguchi lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Tomoguchi lands a hook that snaps the head of Shredder backwards.
Tomoguchi lands a shoulder strike.
A short left from Tomoguchi.
A body shot lands from Tomoguchi.
A right hand to the body from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi scores with a shoulder strike.
Tomoguchi throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Shredders head.
Tomoguchi lands an uppercut.
Tomoguchi doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tomoguchi lands a body shot.
Tomoguchi lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Tomoguchi stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Nice body punch from Tomoguchi.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tomoguchi lands a right hand that snaps the head of Shredder backwards.
Tomoguchi softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Tomoguchi lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Shredder misses with the head strike.
Tomoguchi scores with a nice hook to the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Shinji Tomoguchi dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Tomoguchi lands a nice shot to the body.
Tomoguchi tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Shredder was well out of range. Poor timing from Tomoguchi.
Shredder looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Shredder swats away the attempt to clinch by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi throws a jab when Shredder was well out of range.
Tomoguchi tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Shredder looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Shredder avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Tomoguchi lands with an uppercut that bounces Shredder off the cage and back into range.
Shredder takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
A swing and a miss from Tomoguchi.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Tomoguchi takes the fight into the clinch.
Tomoguchi lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A body shot lands from Tomoguchi.
Shredder blocks a body shot from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Shredder takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Shredder misses with a punch to the body.
#T1#
Tomoguchi gets through Shredder's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Tomoguchi misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tomoguchi throws a head punch that misses.
Tomoguchi lands a body shot in the clinch.
Shredder misses with a short punch on the inside.
Tomoguchi tries to throw a body punch but Shredder avoids it by throwing Tomoguchi back against the cage.
Tomoguchi tries to throw a body punch but Shredder avoids it by throwing Tomoguchi back against the cage.
Shredder swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A right handed body shot lands from Tomoguchi.
Shredder tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Tomoguchi creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #BC2#
Shredder breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Shredder is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Shredder on the side of the head.
Shinji Tomoguchi is winning the standup battle so far.
Tomoguchi tries to close the distance and clinch but Shredder swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #CL#
Shredder gets tackled into the cage by Tomoguchi. Tomoguchi maintains the clinch.
Tomoguchi blocking some punches.
Shredder fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Tomoguchi.
Slash Shredder has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Shredder tries a body shot but Tomoguchi blocks it.
Shredder misses with a punch on the inside.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tomoguchi.
Shredder misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tomoguchi throws a punch but it's blocked by Shredder.
Tomoguchi misses with a punch on the inside.
A right handed body shot lands from Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi lands a hook that snaps the head of Shredder backwards.
Tomoguchi struggles to land a body shot inside as Shredder controls his hands.
Tomoguchi lands with a right to the head.
Tomoguchi lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Tomoguchi working aggressively here.
Shredder doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tomoguchi lands a right hand that snaps the head of Shredder backwards.
Tomoguchi scores with a hook to the body.
Shredder's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A nice left hand lands by Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi presses Shredder against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
A head punch on the inside from Shredder fails to land.
A head punch on the inside from Shredder fails to land.
Tomoguchi tries to work over Shredder's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T3#
Shredder tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A nice right hand lands inside from Tomoguchi.
Shredder doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tomoguchi digs a right hand into Shredder's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Shredder's gas tank.
Tomoguchi pushes Shredder back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Shredder misses with a body punch.
Tomoguchi lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Shredder or not.
Tomoguchi is working Shredder over against the cage.
Tomoguchi lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Shredder backwards.
Tomoguchi lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Tomoguchi lands a nice uppercut.
A right hook to the body lands for Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Tomoguchi tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tomoguchi lands an uppercut.
Tomoguchi lands with a short punch from the clinch.
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!
Tomoguchi scores with a nice hook to the head.
Tomoguchi prevents a body shot from Shredder.
Tomoguchi tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Shredder's elbow. #BC2#
Shredder manages to break the clinch.
Shredder throws a jab but it's blocked by Tomoguchi. #T4#
Shredder keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Shredder waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tomoguchi.
Tomoguchi tries to close the distance and clinch but Shredder swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Tomoguchi tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Tomoguchi throws a series of punches but Shredder moves out of range.
Shredder ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tomoguchi moves away.
Shredder takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Tomoguchi catches Shredder with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Shredder walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.#CL#
Tomoguchi has Shredder up against the cage in a clinch.
Tomoguchi pushes Shredder back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Shredder misses with a body punch.
Shredder lands an uppercut.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Shredder swings wildly with an uppercut but Tomoguchi uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tomoguchi lands with a short punch from the clinch.
And that's the end of the fight!
Shinji Tomoguchi showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Tomoguchi has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge John Roberts scores the fight 30:27
Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight 30:27
Judge Jonathan Paton scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Shinji Tomoguchi!
Shinji Tomoguchi bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it. |
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Event:
AllianceTest
Date: Jan 21, 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.
Five looking to land some kicks to the body here.
A counter left hand to the body from Eight misses its target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Five rushes Eight and presses him up against the cage.
Eight stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
#T1##TD#
Eight successfully pulls guard.
Eight throwing short punches from the bottom.
Five trying to control the position from guard on top but Eight is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Five prevents Eight from getting back to his feet. #SUB#
Eight looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Eight tries to strike from the bottom.
Five seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Eight 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.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Five is fighting to break Eight's control of his arms but Eight is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Five's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB#
Eight is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Five defends well.
Eight can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Five controls the pace.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Eight wants to stand but Five is controlling the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
AT Eight showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Eight has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1 round of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Igor Prikhodko scores the fight 10:9
Judge Konstantin Menshow scores the fight 10:9
Judge Aleksei Zolotukhin scores the fight 10:9
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... AT Eight! |
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