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Event:
Bots de Garra 141
Date: Apr 10, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 21 wins and 10 losses; Wanderlei Rua! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 29 wins and 25 losses; Isaac Vernon!
The judges for this bout are Seu Braga, Luis Engracia and Mauricio Rocha.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Vernon throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Rua tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Vernon is in Rua's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Rua (0) vs (2) Vernon
Rua will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Vernon trying to control but Rua is working from the bottom.
Rua has control of Vernon's left arm, preventing Vernon from doing any damage.
Vernon postures up.
Vernon is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Vernon tries to free his leg and advance position but Rua is retaining full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rua not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Rua wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Vernon tries to free his leg and advance position but Rua is retaining full guard. #T1#
Vernon postures up.
Vernon trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Rua is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rua (2) vs (2) Vernon
Vernon is not content to let Rua control the position.
Vernon has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Rua is working away from the top position though.#SUB#
Rua is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB#
Rua is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T2##SUB#
Rua is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Vernon is looking to control Rua's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Vernon avoid being mounted?
Vernon is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Rua's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Rua's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Rua (2) vs (6) Vernon
Rua prevents Vernon from getting a body triangle.
Vernon is hanging on to Rua's back as he tries to escape.
Rua is working hard here to advance position.#T3#
Rua looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Rua tries to escape the position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB2#
Vernon working for the choke.
Vernon slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Vernon's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
#T4#
Rua is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Vernon.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Vernon's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Rua rolls, trying to escape but Vernon keeps control of the position.
Rua is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Vernon.
Rua trying to control the position but Vernon manages to sink in the hooks. #T5##SUB2#
Rua preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Vernon. #SUB2#
Vernon is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Rua has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Rua trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Will Vernon go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
#SUB2#
Vernon has his opponent's back and is working for the choke. #T6#
Rua rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Vernon seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Rua does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Vernon controlling the action here.
Rua is refusing to be controlled, as Vernon sits in half guard. #T7#
Vernon stalling.
Rua trying to control but Vernon postures up.
Rua is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Vernon's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Vernon's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Rua (6) vs (6) Vernon
Vernon breaks Rua's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rua (6) vs (8) Vernon
Rua is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Vernon 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. #T8#
Vernon won't allow Rua to sweep him here.
Vernon stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Rua swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Vernon slips nicely into half guard.
Rua wants to control but Vernon is keeping busy.
#T9#
Vernon trying to control from Rua's half guard. Rua has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Rua can't keep his opponent in guard - Vernon advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Vernon tries to pass the half guard into mount. Rua knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Rua tries to get to full guard but Vernon has control of the leg. #T10#
Vernon wants to control but Rua is keeping him busy.
Rua is trying to maintain the position but Vernon is very close to passing his half guard.
Vernon not doing much here.
Rua is refusing to be controlled, as Vernon sits in half guard.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T11#
Rua wants to get back to full guard.
Rua wants to control but Vernon is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB2#
Vernon is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Rua doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Vernon.
Vernon is trying to control the action in half guard but Rua is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T12#
Rua is trying to control but can't.
Vernon moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Rua (6) vs (11) Vernon
My spies in Rollins Fitness inform me that Vernon has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Rua is looking for a sweep.
Rua prevents Vernon from improving position.
Vernon trying to control the position but Rua is working away.
Vernon tries to advance to mount but can't.
Vernon trying to control the position but Rua is working away. #T13#
Vernon controlling the position from side mount.
Vernon tries to advance to mount but Rua denies him.
Vernon wants to control but Rua is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Vernon tries for a kimura but Rua is defending well.
Vernon tries to move to mount but Rua blocks the move with his legs. #T14#
Vernon works to advance to full mount. Rua defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. Score +2 for reaching mount: Rua (6) vs (13) Vernon
Rua is squirming around, avoiding Vernon's attempts to control the action.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Vernon wins on points by 13 to 6.
Isaac Vernon gave a mention to Pulling Guard in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales). |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 139
Date: Apr 03, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 5 losses; Katelynn Arby! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 21 wins and 9 losses; Wanderlei Rua!
The judges for this bout are Matheus Silva, Paulo Santos and Luis Engracia.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Arby dives in and grabs Rua's left leg, looking for a takedown. Rua pushes down on Arby's head and hops out.#TD#
Arby drives through with a takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Arby (2) vs (0) Rua
Rua keeping moving, preventing Arby from controlling successfully.
Rua keeping full guard, as Arby tries to pass.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rua controlling Arby's posture.
Rua wants to sweep but no luck. #T1#
Rua pulls Arby in close to his closed guard and prevents Arby from doing any damage or advancing position.
Arby is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T2#
Arby trying to control but Rua is working from the bottom.
Arby is really struggling to control Rua but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Rua trying to control the position.
Arby sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T3#
Arby seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Rua for as long as he can get away with.
Rua working a defensive guard here.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T4#
Rua managing to control the position.
Rua can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Arby controls the pace.
Arby trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Arby trying to control but Rua is working from the bottom.
Rua wants to sweep here but Arby controlling him for the moment. #T5#
Arby controls from within his opponent's guard.
Arby trying to control but Rua is working from the bottom.
Arby slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Arby is pushing down on Rua's leg trying to pass to half guard. Rua is fighting to maintain full guard but Arby has managed to sneak the leg through.#T6#
Rua is looking for a sweep. Arby is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The fighters are battling for position here. Rua manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Rua 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.
Arby is pushing down on Rua's leg trying to pass to half guard. Rua is fighting to maintain full guard but Arby has managed to sneak the leg through.
Arby is looking to advance position but Rua won't allow it. #T7#
Arby perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Rua wants to control but Arby passes into side.
Score +3 for passing guard: Arby (5) vs (0) Rua
Arby wants to lay and pray for a moment but Rua keeps working. #SUB#
Arby thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Rua is trying to improve his position.#T8#
Rua is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Arby is looking to take a break and control but Rua is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Rua is trying to improve his position.
Arby trying to control the action but Rua is working from the bottom. #T9#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Rua can't do much from the bottom here.
Arby is looking to take a break and control but Rua is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T10#
Rua tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Arby happy to just control the position for now.
Arby trying to control the position but Rua is working away. #T11#
Arby content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though. #T12#
Rua tries to bench press Arby off him but Arby keeps the position. #T13#
Rua is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Arby off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Arby (5) vs (4) Rua
Arby looking very determined here, making life difficult for Rua.
#SUB2#
Arby defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Rua not allowing Arby to control his hands.
Rua looking to hold on to the position here but Arby rolls and ends up regaining guard.
Rua looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T14#
Rua looking to sit in guard and control but Arby gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Arby (7) vs (4) Rua
Arby controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Arby continues to stall.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Arby tries to free his leg and advance position but Rua is retaining full guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Arby takes the fight on points by 7 to 4.
Katelynn Arby 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:
Bots de Garra 132
Date: Mar 10, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Kazuo Takashi! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 21 wins and 8 losses; Wanderlei Rua!
The judges for this bout are Luis Engracia, Seu Braga and Daniel Cesar.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Takashi fails to land the takedown.#CL2#
Rua closes the distance and pushes Takashi back into the ropes.
Takashi is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Rua is defending well.
Rua wants to take the fight to the mat but Takashi manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
I was talking to Takashi's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Rua tries to score a body lock takedown but Takashi shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Rua is looking for a takedown.
Kazuo Takashi has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Wanderlei Rua.
Rua wants to take the fight to the mat but Takashi manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.#TD#
Takashi tightens his grip and picks Rua up, before dumping him to the ground. Rua manages to land in guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Takashi (2) vs (0) Rua
Rua not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Takashi advances to half guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Takashi looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#SUB#
Takashi is working for a submission of some sort.
#T1#
Takashi wants to pass to mount but Rua is defending the position.
Takashi is trying to control the action in half guard but Rua is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Takashi content to control rather than advance.
Takashi is trying to control. Rua wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T2#
Rua has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Takashi is working away from the top position though.
Rua is looking for a sweep. Takashi is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Rua has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Takashi is working away from the top position though.
Rua wants to improve his position but Takashi is controlling well.
Rua is staying active underneath Takashi, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.#T3#
Rua is positioning himself well to prevent Takashi advancing to mount.
Takashi performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Rua trying to get back to full guard but Takashi takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Takashi (5) vs (0) Rua
Rua has given up his back. Will we see Takashi going for some submissions?
Score +3 for taking back: Takashi (8) vs (0) Rua#T4#
Rua rolls, trying to escape but Takashi keeps control of the position.
Rua looking very determined here, making life difficult for Takashi.
Takashi gets his hands free as Rua looks to control.
Takashi controls the position.
Rua is trying to break free.
#T5#
Takashi trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Rua is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Takashi off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
I really don't envy Rua right now.
Rua is still trying to improve position.
I would not like to be Rua right now.
Rua tries to escape but Takashi has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #T6#
Rua keeps trying to improve his position.
Takashi is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Takashi tries to keep control of the position but Rua is staying busy.
You can see the frustration on Rua's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
#T7#
Rua is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#SUB#
Takashi is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Rua has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Rua trying to control the action but Takashi just sinks the hooks in.
Will Takashi go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
#T8#
Rua wants to escape the position.
#SUB#
Takashi sinks in the hooks and is looking for the choke. He's got it! Rua taps out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 8:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Kazuo Takashi!
Kazuo Takashi thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 129
Date: Feb 28, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 5 losses; Katelynn Arby! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 21 wins and 7 losses; Wanderlei Rua!
The judges for this bout are Matheus Silva, Seu Braga and Alexandre Firmino.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Rua moves into range and clinches up with Arby.
I was talking to Arby's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Rua changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Arby fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Arby shoots in for a double leg but Rua sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Arby misses with a takedown attempt #CL2#
and Rua holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Rua tries for a takedown but Arby manages to get underhooks.
#TD2#
Rua gets control of Arby's arms and successfully pulls guard. Rua will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Arby controlling from the top position.
Arby has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Arby pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Rua is keeping the position for now. #T1#
Arby is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Rua looking for a sweep. Not yet Rua, not yet.
Arby trying to control the position from guard on top but Rua is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Rua looking to hit a scissor sweep but Arby is one step ahead there. #T2#
Arby is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Rua wants to sweep but no luck.
Rua is trying to control the position but Arby postures up. #T3#
Arby looking to pass the guard.
Rua has his hands on Arby's head, controlling the position.
Arby trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Arby stopping the sweep attempt from Rua.
Rua keeping moving, preventing Arby from controlling successfully. #T4#
Arby's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Rua controls Arby momentarily but Arby frees himself.
Arby trying to control the position from guard on top but Rua is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Arby slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Arby (3) vs (0) Rua
Rua tries to improve position but can't. #T5#
Rua can't do much from the bottom here.
Arby controlling from side mount.
Arby trying to control the action but Rua is working from the bottom.
Rua is trying to improve his position.#T6#
Arby trying to control the position but Rua is working away.
Rua tries to improve position but can't. #T7#
Rua can't do much from the bottom here.
Arby is looking to take a break and control but Rua is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Rua tries to bench press Arby off him but Arby keeps the position. #T8#
Arby trying to control the action but Rua is working from the bottom.
Rua tries to bench press Arby off him but Arby keeps the position.
Arby trying to control the action but Rua is working from the bottom.
Arby taking a breather here. #T9#
Rua is not content to let Arby control the position.
Rua is trying to control Arby's posture but Arby avoids it.
Rua sneaks back into half guard.#T10#
Arby prevents Rua from improving his position.
Rua wants to control but Arby is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Arby keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Arby'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.
Rua tries to get to full guard but Arby has control of the leg.
Arby wants to pass to mount but Rua is defending the position. #T11#
Arby is thwarting Rua's attempts to control the position.
Arby trying to mount his opponent but Rua defends it.
Arby prevents Rua from improving his position.
Arby is trying to control. Rua wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T12#
Arby is really struggling to control Rua but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Arby is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Rua is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Rua has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Arby is working away from the top position though.
Arby is controlling the pace.
#T13#
Rua is trying to get back to full guard.#T14##SUB#
Arby is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB#
Arby is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Rua is looking for a sweep. Arby is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Arby trying to control the action but Rua is working from the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight!
Arby takes the fight on points by 3 to 0.
Katelynn Arby decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 126
Date: Feb 18, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 27 wins and 21 losses; Isaac Vernon! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 21 wins and 6 losses; Wanderlei Rua!
The judges for this bout are Emerson Jorge, Thiago Cunha and Daniel Cesar.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Rua instigates a clinch.
Rua is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Vernon pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Vernon prevents the takedown attempt.
Vernon is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Rua pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Rua drops down looking for an ankle pick but Vernon pulls his leg out and moves away.
Isaac Vernon has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Wanderlei Rua.
Vernon fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Rua wants to counter with a clinch but Vernon pushes him away.#TD#
Vernon shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Rua is trying to defend but Vernon finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Vernon (2) vs (0) Rua
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Rua has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Vernon is working away from the top position though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Vernon looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Vernon tries to pass to full mount but Rua defends it. #T1#
Vernon is keen to just control but Rua is a slippery customer.
Rua tries to get to full guard but Vernon has control of the leg.
Vernon trying to pass the guard but Rua defending well.
Vernon performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T2#
Rua wants to get back to full guard.
Rua manages to get to full guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Vernon forces his way into half guard.
Vernon trying to control the pace. #T3##SUB#
Vernon is working for a submission of some sort.
Rua moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Vernon being controlled here momentarily. #T4#
Vernon preventing the sweep.
Rua keeping moving, preventing Vernon from controlling successfully.
Vernon is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Rua is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Vernon looking to pass the guard. #T5#
Vernon postures up.
Rua keeping full guard, as Vernon tries to pass.
Vernon trying to control but Rua is working from the bottom.
Vernon stopping the sweep attempt from Rua.#T6#
Vernon trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Rua is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Vernon tries to free his leg and advance position but Rua is retaining full guard.
Vernon controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
We've been hearing good reports from Vernon'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.
Rua trying to control the position.
Rua keeping full guard, as Vernon tries to pass. #T7#
Vernon stopping the sweep attempt from Rua.
Vernon trying to control the position from guard on top but Rua is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Vernon works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Rua gets back to full guard.
Vernon looking to sit in guard and control but Rua gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Vernon (2) vs (2) Rua
Vernon is trying to control the position but Rua postures up.
Rua trying to control the position from guard on top but Vernon is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Rua looking to pass the guard. #T8#
Vernon controls Rua momentarily but Rua frees himself.
Rua pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Vernon is keeping the position for now.
Rua stands and throws Vernon's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Vernon (2) vs (5) Rua#SUB2#
Rua is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Vernon knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Vernon is looking for a sweep.#T9##SUB2#
Rua thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Vernon is trying to control Rua's posture but Rua avoids it.
Rua is looking to take a break and control but Vernon is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Vernon can't do much from the bottom here. #SUB2#
Rua looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #T10##SUB2#
Rua thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Vernon wants to control but Rua postures up.
Rua tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Vernon gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Vernon is pressing down on Rua's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T11#
Rua controls from within his opponent's guard.
Rua trying to control but Vernon is working from the bottom.
Rua trying to move into half guard but instead Vernon has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Vernon (4) vs (5) Rua
Vernon passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Vernon (7) vs (5) Rua#SUB#
Vernon tries for a kimura but Rua is defending well.
You can see the frustration on Rua's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T12#
Vernon wants to lay and pray for a moment but Rua keeps working.
Vernon is really struggling to control Rua but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Rua sneaks back into half guard.
Vernon trying to control from half guard but Rua is working away.
Rua is trying to get back to full guard.#T13#
Vernon is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Rua is staying active underneath Vernon, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Rua is trying to control but can't.
Vernon looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Vernon wants to control but Rua is keeping him busy. #T14#
Vernon trying to mount his opponent but Rua defends it.
Rua controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Vernon is trying to control. Rua wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Vernon wants to pass to mount but Rua is defending the position.
Rua wants to improve his position but Vernon is controlling well.
And that's the end of the fight!
Vernon takes the fight on points by 7 to 5.
Isaac Vernon took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Pulling Guard for their support in the buildup to the fight. |
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Event:
Bots de Garra 124
Date: Feb 11, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 104 wins and 66 losses; Kurt Diesel! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 21 wins and 5 losses; Wanderlei Rua!
The judges for this bout are Luis Engracia, Thiago Cunha and Matheus Silva.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Diesel shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Rua defends it nicely.
Diesel tries for a takedown but Rua circles away easily#CL2#
and Rua counters by moving into the clinch.
Diesel is looking to take this one to the mat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kurt Diesel. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Rua tries for a takedown. No joy.
#TD2#
Rua jumps guard.
Rua looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rua wants to sweep but no luck. #T1#
Rua is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Diesel looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Rua controlling the position.#T2#
Diesel wants to pass the guard but Rua is keeping the position.
Rua can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Diesel controls the pace.
Diesel slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Diesel (3) vs (0) Rua
Rua is looking to regain half guard here but Diesel keeps moving and retains side control. #T3#
Diesel tries to advance to mount but Rua denies him.
Diesel is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Diesel tries to move to mount but Rua blocks the move with his legs. #T4#
You can see the frustration on Rua's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Rua tries to buck Diesel off but Diesel is having none of it.#T5#
A lull in the action here as Diesel stalls from top position.
Rua tries to bench press Diesel off him but Diesel keeps the position.
Rua looking for a sweep but Diesel has passed into full mount! Oh no! Score +2 for reaching mount: Diesel (5) vs (0) Rua
Rua really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Rua is controlling an arm, preventing Diesel from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
#T6#
Rua looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: Diesel (8) vs (0) Rua
Diesel avoiding Rua 's attempts to control his hands.
Rua tries to escape the position.
Diesel seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#T7#
Diesel really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Rua.
Rua can't escape the position.
#SUB#
Diesel looking to break Rua's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Rua remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Diesel will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Rua is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.#T8##SUB#
Diesel patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Diesel tries to get the hooks in deep but Rua pushed the leg off.
Diesel really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Rua.
Diesel wants to control but Rua is keeping busy.#SUB#
Diesel working for the choke. #T9#
Rua is trying to break free.
Rua is still trying to improve position.
Rua looking very determined here, making life difficult for Diesel.
Rua trying to control the position but Diesel manages to sink in the hooks.
Diesel trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Rua doesn't escape. #T10#
Rua trying to control the position but Diesel manages to sink in the hooks.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Diesel has the hooks in. Rua is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Diesel is not going to allow Rua to sit and survive in this position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Rua rolls, trying to escape but Diesel keeps control of the position.
#T11#
Rua is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Diesel trying to control momentarily.
Diesel controlling the position well here. Rua rolled but Diesel kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Rua is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Diesel off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
Rua prevents Diesel from getting a body triangle.#T12#
Diesel keeps control of the position easily here as Rua tries to buck him off.
Diesel seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Rua for as long as he can get away with.
Diesel trying to control momentarily.
#T13#
Diesel is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Diesel is not going to allow Rua to sit and survive in this position.
Diesel is hanging on to Rua's back as he tries to escape.
Rua just trying to survive but Diesel is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish. #T14#
Rua is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Diesel trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Diesel is not going to allow Rua to sit and survive in this position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Diesel is riding his opponent, not letting Rua buck him off.
And that's the end of the fight!
Diesel takes the fight on points by 8 to 0.
Kurt Diesel 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:
GAMMA#1016 Orlando v Bonney
Date: Sep 16, 2023 |
#R1#
Rua moves forwards but Batirovenkekikala connects with a nice, crisp jab.#CUT2#It looks like Wanderlei Rua has been cut.
Batirovenkekikala lands a nice leg kick that just misses Rua's sensitive parts.
Batirovenkekikala 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.
Rua thumps Batirovenkekikala with a low kick.
Batirovenkekikala lands a really nice looking cross but Rua seems unphased.
Batirovenkekikala connects with a body shot.
Rua takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Rua misses with a head kick.
Batirovenkekikala staying out of range there.
Rua takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Batirovenkekikala lands with a nice body punch.
Rua 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.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rua swings for the body but Batirovenkekikala moves out of range.
Rua slips under a jab from Batirovenkekikala.
Batirovenkekikala swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Rua slips a jab from Batirovenkekikala.
Batirovenkekikala feints and then cracks Rua's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Rua down.
Batirovenkekikala throws a body punch but Rua moves out of range. #T1#
Batirovenkekikala scores with a hook to the body. Rua takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Malinekanova Batirovenkekikala seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Batirovenkekikala feints a jab promting Rua to slip. Batirovenkekikala then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Rua slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Batirovenkekikala throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Rua counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Batirovenkekikala fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rua manages to avoid it.
Batirovenkekikala throws a big shot that misses.
Batirovenkekikala misses with a hook. Rua ducked under it nicely.
Rua smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Rua takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#CUT2#Wanderlei Rua's cut is getting worse.
Batirovenkekikala pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Batirovenkekikala throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Rua sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Batirovenkekikala misses with a left hand
and Rua counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A bone on bone clash there as Rua blocks the leg kick.
Rua keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Batirovenkekikala.#T2#
Rua uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Batirovenkekikala.
Rua slips under a jab.
Rua lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Rua takes one to the chin there.
Batirovenkekikala scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Batirovenkekikala misses with a left hand
enabling Rua to counter with a crisp jab.
An inside leg kick from Rua misses.
Rua moves out of range of the strikes.
Rua getting the better of the striking in that exchange.#CUT#It looks like Malinekanova Batirovenkekikala has been cut.
Rua keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Good work by Batirovenkekikala as he checks the leg kick.
A jab from Batirovenkekikala does it's job there.
Batirovenkekikala lands a right hook to the body.
#T3#
Batirovenkekikala jabs at Rua's body.
Batirovenkekikala takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Batirovenkekikala looks to land a left hand but Rua moved out of range nicely.
Rua thows a leg kick but Batirovenkekikala checks it
and Batirovenkekikala counters with a straight right hand.#CUT2#Wanderlei Rua's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Batirovenkekikala just misses with a punch to the body.
Batirovenkekikala with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Rua moves out of range as Batirovenkekikala strikes.
A big left from Rua misses.
Batirovenkekikala misses the shot to the body.
Rua feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Rua misses with a straight left.
Batirovenkekikala tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rua was well out of range. Poor timing from Batirovenkekikala.
Rua throws a hook but Batirovenkekikala blocks it.
Batirovenkekikala scores with the left hand. Rua knows he should have avoided that one. #T4#
Rua throws an overhand right that lands on Batirovenkekikala's shoulder, as Batirovenkekikala tries to avoid the shot.
Rua slips a jab from Batirovenkekikala.
Batirovenkekikala misses with a right hand
and Rua counters with a straight right hand.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rua takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Rua lands a right hook to the body.
Rua ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Batirovenkekikala checks a low kick from Rua.
Jab by Batirovenkekikala.#CUT2#Jeez, Wanderlei Rua's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
Batirovenkekikala slips a straight right by Rua.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Batirovenkekikala looks to land a right hand but Rua moved out of range.
Batirovenkekikala fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rua manages to avoid it.
Rua throws a lazy right hand but Batirovenkekikala sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Malinekanova Batirovenkekikala dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
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#
Rua tries a head kick but it misses.
Batirovenkekikala swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Batirovenkekikala lands with a right hand.
Rua moves out of range of the strikes.
Batirovenkekikala throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
An inside leg kick from Batirovenkekikala misses.
Rua is looking to counter with a body kick.
Rua misses with a hook.
Batirovenkekikala looks to land a right hand but Rua moved out of range.
Batirovenkekikala throws a big shot that misses.
Rua is looking to counter punch.
Batirovenkekikala lands with an uppercut that bounces Rua off the cage and back into range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Batirovenkekikala takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Rua fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Batirovenkekikala has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Rua tries a head kick but it misses.
Batirovenkekikala let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Rua throws a head kick that half lands.
Batirovenkekikala misses with a lunging right hand
and Rua counters with a slapping leg kick. #T1#
Rua walks into a stiff left hand from Batirovenkekikala.
A jab from Rua misses.
Batirovenkekikala avoids the head kick by Rua.
Batirovenkekikala misses with a hook.
Rua feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Batirovenkekikalas jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Rua keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Batirovenkekikala.
A little feinted left hand from Rua on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Batirovenkekikala throws an off balance right hand
and Rua counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Malinekanova Batirovenkekikala seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Batirovenkekikala throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Rua counters with a stiff right hand.
Rua is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Rua slips a straight right by Batirovenkekikala.
Batirovenkekikala looks to throw the jab but Rua is out of range.
Batirovenkekikala thuds a left hand into Rua's body.
Rua takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Wanderlei Rua's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:07 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Malinekanova Batirovenkekikala!
An out of breath Malinekanova Batirovenkekikala 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:
GAMMA#1012 Orlando v Tucker
Date: Aug 19, 2023 |
#R1#
Rua misses with a hook
and Johnson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CUT#It looks like Wanderlei Rua has been cut.
Rua 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.
Rua throws a big shot that misses.
Rua cracks Johnson with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Some bone on bone action there as Johnson checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Rua thows a leg kick but Johnson checks it
and Johnson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Johnson avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Rua missing with a left hand there. Johnson was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rua is looking to clinch but Johnson is avoiding it.
Rua throws a nice inside leg kick.
Johnson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rua was well out of range. Poor timing from Johnson.#T1#
Johnson throws a leg kick that is checked
and Rua counters with an outside leg kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Johnson. Rua does a little dance to reset his feet.
Rua throws a right hand that misses
and Johnson counters with a stiff right hand. #CUT#That has opened up Wanderlei Rua's cut even more.
Rua misses with a looping right.
Johnson throws a leg kick which misses Rua's front leg but catches the back leg as Rua tries to avoid it.
Rua avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Johnson has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Dr Hatsumi's Clinic in the buildup to the fight.
Johnson misses with a kick to the body
and Rua counters with a nice low kick that buckles Johnson's knee momentarily.
Rua throws a jab when Johnson was well out of range.
Johnson is looking to counter punch.
Nice body kick from Johnson.#T2#
Rua throws a big shot that misses.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Johnson. Rua shrugs it off though.
Rua looks winded!
Rua misses with a body shot.
A little feinted left hand from Johnson on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Johnson - that will leave a mark!
Johnson misses with a looping left.
Rua swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rua tries a head kick but it misses.
Johnson appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Johnson keeps Rua at a distance using the push kick.
Johnson looks to land a left hand but Rua moved out of range nicely.
Rua darts in and out, connecting with a jab. #T3#
A swing and a miss from Rua.
It looked like Johnson wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Johnson swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Rua counters with a stiff right hand.
Rua just misses with a punch to the body.
Johnson swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.#KD#
Johnson lands a big head kick that sends Rua tumbling to the mat! Johnson takes a step backwards and waves Rua back to his feet - he wants the finish!
Johnson is looking to land body kicks.
Rua misses with a hook. Johnson ducked under it nicely.
A little feinted left hand from Johnson on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#KD#
Johnson drops Rua with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Rua looks back up at him and smiles so Johnson waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.
#CUT#Wanderlei Rua's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Wanderlei Rua's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Karim Johnson!
Karim Johnson bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it. |
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Event:
GAMMA#1008 Joosep v Orlando
Date: Jul 22, 2023 |
#R1#
Phol blocks a head kick by Rua.
Phol throws out a loose jab but Rua uses good head movement to avoid it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Phol. Rua does a little dance to reset his feet.
Rua looks to land a left hand but Phol moved out of range nicely.
Rua misses with a body shot
and Phol counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Phol swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Rua let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Mfer Phol seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Phol throws a body shot but no joy.
Phol misses with a wild body shot.
Rua looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Phol goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Rua 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.
Rua moves out of range of the strikes.
Rua let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Phol slips under a jab from Rua.
Phol throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Rua is trying to counter with his kicks.
Rua connects with a leg kick.
Phol tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rua was well out of range. Poor timing from Phol.
Rua looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T1#
Phol ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Rua swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Phol with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Rua throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Phol misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Rua counters with a stiff right hand. #CUT2#It looks like Mfer Phol has been cut.
Rua rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Phol counters with a left and a right that stings Rua.
Rua avoids the body shot from Phol.
A jab from Phol misses.
Phol misses with a wild body shot.
Phol stuns Rua with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Phol lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Rua at a distance.
Rua slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back 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!
Rua dodges the punch combination from Phol.
Phol is looking to wear down Rua with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.#T2#
Rua throws out a loose jab but Phol uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rua throws a hook but Phol blocks it.
Phol is looking to clinch.
Rua throws an overhand right that lands on Phol's shoulder, as Phol tries to avoid the shot.
Phol scores with a sloppy right hand. Rua should have avoided that one.
Rua throws a body punch but Phol moves out of range.
Rua connects with a crisp jab.
Rua misses with a wild body shot.
Phol throwing a counter right hand but Rua manages to avoid it.
A shot to the body from Rua misses
enabling Phol to counter with a crisp jab.
Rua digs a good hook to Phol's body.
Rua thuds his shin into the meat of Phol's side.
Phol is breathing heavily.#T3#
Rua swats away the attempt to clinch by Phol.
Phol misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rua.
Rua misses with a straight right.
Phol throws out a loose jab but Rua uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rua shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Rua connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Phol fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Rua on the side of the head.
Phol tries to clinch but Rua moves out of range.
Rua was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Phol throws a lazy uppercut
and Rua counters with a straight right hand.#CUT2#Mfer Phol's cut is getting worse.
Phol swings widly with a right hand
and Rua counters with a big right hand! Oh Phol is in trouble here! Rua follows up with more strikes and that's it! The ref has stopped it!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Wanderlei Rua!
During a confident post fight interview, Wanderlei Rua thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
GAMMA#1005 Herbert v Rua
Date: Jul 01, 2023 |
#R1#
Kreischer misses with a series of wild punches.
An inside leg kick from Rua misses.
Kreischer keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Kreischer lands a jab to the head.
#CUT#It looks like Wanderlei Rua has been cut.
Rua keeps the fight on the outside.
Rua tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A swing and a miss from Kreischer.
Kreischer works the jab nicely.
Nice uppercut lands for Kreischer. That snapped Rua's head back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rua misses with a looping right.
Jab by Rua.
Kreischer misses with a shot to the body
and Rua counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CUT2#It looks like Herbert Kreischer has been cut.
Kreischer throws a big shot that misses.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Rua thows a left - swing and a miss!
Herbert Kreischer seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Rua avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
A little jabbing left from Rua on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Rua throws a poor cross that misses
and Kreischer cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CUT#That has opened up Wanderlei Rua's cut even more.
Rua misses with an attempted mid kick.
Rua darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Kreischer misses with a hook
and Rua counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Kreischer lands with an overhand left.
Kreischer dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Kreischer looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Kreischer misses with an uppercut
and Rua counters with a nice body kick.
Kreischer looks to throw the jab but Rua is out of range.
Rua chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Kreischer misses with a looping right.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rua ducks under a wild hook from Kreischer.
It seemed like Rua was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T2#
Rua slips under a jab.
Rua 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.
Kreischer throws out a loose jab but Rua uses good head movement to avoid it.
A little jabbing left from Rua on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Kreischer scores with a hook to the body. Rua takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Kreischer steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Rua. That one must have hurt.#CL#
Kreischer fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Rua, pushing him back against the cage.
Kreischer is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Rua is defending well for now.
A head punch on the inside from Rua fails to land.
Kreischer lands a body shot in the clinch.
Kreischer with a knee to the head.
Rua swings wildly with an uppercut but Kreischer uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kreischer swings wildly with an uppercut but Rua uses good head movement to avoid it.
I was talking to Kreischer's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Kreischer landing knees to the head.
Kreischer swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kreischer tries a knee to the head but Rua blocks it.
Kreischer misses with a short punch on the inside.
Rua tries to circle away but Kreischer has him pinned against the cage.#T3#
Kreischer lands a knee to the head.
#BC2#
Rua's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Kreischer takes a swing at Rua's ribcage but misses.
Nice jab there from Rua.
Rua avoids a punch combination nicely.
Rua swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#CL#
Kreischer moves into the clinch successfully.
Kreischer tries a body shot but Rua blocks it.
Rua with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Rua tries to circle away but Kreischer has him pinned against the cage.
Kreischer connects with a nasty looking knee right to Rua's face.
#CUT#The cut above Wanderlei Rua's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Kreischer misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kreischer lands on the inside with an uppercut.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Rua creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #BC2#
Rua escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A right-left combo lands from Kreischer. #T4#
Kreischer avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Rua throws a big shot that misses.
Kreischer throws a good cross that connects.
#CUT#Wanderlei Rua's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
Rua misses the jab.
A cross from Rua lands.
Kreischer is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Kreischer swings for the body but Rua moves out of range.
Kreischer swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Rua throws a low kick but it's checked well by Kreischer.
Kreischer misses with a straight right.
Rua swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Rua throws a shot from downtown. Kreischer moves away and avoids it.
Rua misses with the body kick
and Rua takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Herbert Kreischer dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Kreischer misses with a looping right.
Rua tests Kreischer's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Kreischer is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Rua can do to turn this around?
Kreischer ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Rua moves away.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Rua! But no joy.
Kreischer 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.
Rua throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Kreischer's head.#CL#
Kreischer fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Rua, pushing him back against the cage.
Rua is trying to force a seperation but Kreischer has the dominant position.#BC2#
Rua breaks from the clinch.
Rua misses with a looping right.
A quick step to the side and Kreischer tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kreischer looks to land a right hand but Rua moved out of range.
Rua avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rua steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kreischer.
Rua takes one to the chin there.
Rua gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Wanderlei Rua's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Herbert Kreischer!
A very excited looking Herbert Kreischer 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:
GAMMA#1001 Karim v Herbert
Date: Jun 03, 2023 |
#R1#
Magomaevaboff throws an off balance right hand
letting Rua counter with a right hand. #CUT2#It looks like Husein Magomaevaboff has been cut.
Magomaevaboff has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Chakuriki LA Gym in the buildup to the fight.
Magomaevaboff throws a hook but Rua avoids it easily.
Magomaevaboff throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Rua connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Rua lands a body shot.
A jab from Rua finds it's way through Magomaevaboff's defenses.
Rua throws a lazy right hand but Magomaevaboff sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A slow jab from Rua misses its intended target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A big left from Rua misses.
Rua checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Magomaevaboff throws out a loose jab but Rua uses good head movement to avoid it. #T1#
Magomaevaboff takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Magomaevaboff is looking to land body kicks.
Rua flicks out a counter leg kick but Magomaevaboff steps away.#KD2#
Rua waves his right hand out in front of him, looking to distract Magomaevaboff. Oh, he's unloaded a beast of a left hand - it worked! He's dropped Magomaevaboff to the canvas! Can he finish him!?
Rua wants to get up but he can't break Magomaevaboff's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Rua won't allow Magomaevaboff to sweep him here. #SUB#
Magomaevaboff throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Magomaevaboff tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Magomaevaboff might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Magomaevaboff manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Rua manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rua has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #T2#
Magomaevaboff tries to free his leg and advance position but Rua is retaining full guard.
Magomaevaboff trying to control but Rua is working from the bottom.
Rua has Magomaevaboff pulled in close to control his posture.
Magomaevaboff trying to control the position from guard on top but Rua is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Magomaevaboff tries to free his leg and advance position but Rua is retaining full guard.
Magomaevaboff looking to sit in guard and control but Rua gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB##T3#
Rua slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #SUB#
Magomaevaboff isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Rua stacks Magomaevaboff 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 Rua!
Magomaevaboff looking for a sweep but Rua has passed into full mount! Oh no!
Magomaevaboff tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Magomaevaboff manages to regain half guard. Good work. #T4#
Rua is trying to get back to his feet now but his leg is trapped.
Rua prevents Magomaevaboff from improving his position.
Still in half guard, Rua seems content to control.
Magomaevaboff tries to roll over but Rua keeps him under control.
Rua controlling the pace.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Let's hope that Rua has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Magomaevaboff tries to get to full guard but Rua has control of the leg.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Wanderlei Rua dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Husein Magomaevaboff's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Rua turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Rua is looking to slow Magomaevaboff down with leg kicks.
Rua 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.
Magomaevaboff walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Rua has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Magomaevaboff tries to land a front kick but Rua steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
A solid leg kick lands there for Rua.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomaevaboff throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Rua getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Magomaevaboff throws a half hearted mid kick.#T1#
Rua defending well as Magomaevaboff loads up on a big left hand.
Rua thumps Magomaevaboff with a low kick.
Rua tries a head kick but it misses.
Rua blocks a leg kick.
Rua is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Magomaevaboff lands a nice shot to the body.
Rua drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.#CUT#It looks like Wanderlei Rua has been cut.
Rua scores with a nice strike.
Magomaevaboff connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
A telegraphed right hand from Rua misses the target. #T2#
Magomaevaboff is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Rua throws the left hand but Magomaevaboff avoids the punch easily.
Rua staying out of range there.
Magomaevaboff backing away here, and Rua unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Rua lands a head shot.
Rua has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Magomaevaboff takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Rua throws a leg kick but Magomaevaboff checks it.
Rua swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Rua bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Magomaevaboff has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Rua.#T3#
Rua tries a low kick but Magomaevaboff avoids it.
An attempted straight right counter from Magomaevaboff misses the target.
Magomaevaboff misses with a shot to the body
and Rua counters with a nice body kick.
Rua misses the body punch
enabling Magomaevaboff to counter with a crisp jab.
Magomaevaboff misses with a low kick.
Wanderlei Rua seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Rua throws a leg kick
and Magomaevaboff counters with a stiff right hand.
Rua misses with an attempted mid kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Magomaevaboff. Rua does a little dance to reset his feet.
A nice leg kick from Rua, right into the meat of the thigh.
Magomaevaboff misses with a low kick.
#T4#
Rua throws an ugly left hook that misses
letting Magomaevaboff counter with a right hand. #CUT#That has opened up Wanderlei Rua's cut even more.
Magomaevaboff takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Rua looks to land a right hand but Magomaevaboff moved out of range.
Rua fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Rua lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rua tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Magomaevaboff swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Rua just misses with a punch to the body.
Rua keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Magomaevaboff's legs have taken a beating and he's really slowing down as a result.
Rua just misses with a punch to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Wanderlei Rua showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Magomaevaboff checks the leg kick.
A bone on bone clash there as Magomaevaboff blocks the leg kick.
Magomaevaboff throws a predictable looking body shot
letting Rua counter with a right hand.
Magomaevaboff misses with a body punch
and Rua counters with a good low kick that Magomaevaboff was not able to check.
Magomaevaboff throws a hook to the side of Rua's head but Rua sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Decent striking displayed by Rua there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomaevaboff gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Magomaevaboff throws a right hand that misses
and Rua counters with a right hand from hell and Magomaevaboff is out cold! A vicious knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:52 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Wanderlei Rua!
Our winner, Wanderlei Rua, 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:
GAMMA#998 Loris v Jubei
Date: May 13, 2023 |
#R1#
Conchobhar misses with a looping left.
Rua tries to clinch up.
Conchobhar 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.
Conchobhar throws a hook to the side of Rua's head but Rua sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Conchobhar steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Rua.
Rua throws the kick towards the body but Conchobhar avoids it.
Rua scoring well with a low kick there.
Conchobhar ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Conchobhar throws a front kick that sends Rua stumbling back into the cage.
Conchobhar connects with a body shot that sends Rua's belly button to the back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rua looks to land a body kick but Conchobhar moved away.
Conchobhar throws a body shot but no joy.
As Conchobhar tries to get set, Rua tries to push him back and clinch up but Conchobhar manages to avoid the attempt.
Conchobhar misses with an uppercut. Rua saw that one coming.
Rua swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#T1#
Rua throws a leg kick that is checked
and Conchobhar counters with a nice uppercut. #CUT2#It looks like Wanderlei Rua has been cut.
Conchobhar throws a head kick that misses.
Conchobhar misses with a left hand
and Rua counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Herleifr Conchobhar seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Conchobhar swings widly with a right hand
and Rua connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Conchobhar swings widly with a right hand
and Rua connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A jab from Conchobhar misses.
Rua ducks under a wild hook from Conchobhar.
Conchobhar is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.
A jab from Rua does it's job there.
Conchobhar connects with a body shot that sends Rua's belly button to the back.
Conchobhar throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Rua sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Conchobhar misses with a straight left. #T2##CL#
Rua has Conchobhar up against the cage in a clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rua blocks an uppercut.
Rua lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Rua lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Rua.
Rua throws a head punch that misses.
Rua can't find room to land a body shot as Conchobhar controls the action.
Rua softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Rua lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Conchobhar blocking some punches.
Conchobhar blocks an uppercut.
Conchobhar throws a head punch that misses. #BC2#
Conchobhar escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#CL#
Rua moves into the clinch.
Rua swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Rua misses with a short punch on the inside. #T3#
Conchobhar takes a shot to the head.
A head punch on the inside from Rua fails to land.
Rua misses with the head strike.
Rua throws a punch but it's blocked by Conchobhar.
Conchobhar wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Rua has him pressed against the cage.
Rua is leaning against Conchobhar and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Rua tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Conchobhar working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Rua with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Rua misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC2#
Conchobhar manages to break the clinch.
Rua steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Conchobhar.
Conchobhar throws a leg kick
and Rua cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Rua avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Rua takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
#T4#
Rua jabbing away but nothing is landing.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Conchobhar! But no joy.
Rua is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Rua thows a left - swing and a miss!
Conchobhar misses with a looping left.
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!
Some bone on bone action there as Conchobhar checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Rua displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Conchobhar throws out the jab.
Rua steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Conchobhar.
Conchobhar closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Rua scores with a three punch combo!
Rua moves out of range as Conchobhar strikes.
Conchobhar throws an off balance right hand
#CL#
and Rua counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Rua 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.
Wanderlei Rua dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Wanderlei Rua's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Conchobhar waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Rua.
Rua uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Conchobhar.
Conchobhar throws a body shot but no joy.
Conchobhar uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Rua.
Conchobhar scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Rua doesn't seem bothered though.
Conchobhar defending well as Rua loads up on a big left hand.
Rua is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Conchobhar can do to turn this around?
Rua moves out of range of the strikes.
Rua is looking to counter with a body kick.
Conchobhar misses with a straight right.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Conchobhar misses with a looping right.
Nice shot lands for Rua.
Herleifr Conchobhar seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Rua tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Conchobhar connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T1#
Conchobhar uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Rua.
Conchobhar misses with a hook.#CL#
Rua moves into the clinch.
Conchobhar wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Rua misses with a hook from the clinch.
Rua blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#BC2#
Conchobhar breaks from the clinch.
Rua uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Conchobhar.
Rua is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Conchobhar.
Conchobhar looks to land a right hand but Rua moved out of range.#CL#
Rua moves into range and clinches up with Conchobhar.
Rua has a couple of punches blocked by Conchobhar.
#T2#
A frustrated look appears on Conchobhar's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Conchobhar wants to break free but Rua has control.
#BC2#
Conchobhar pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Conchobhar connects with a single shot there.
Conchobhar loads up on a big right hand but Rua slips the punch.
A swing and a miss from Conchobhar.
Conchobhar connects with an inside leg kick.
Rua uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Conchobhar has time to react.
Conchobhar misses with a looping right.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rua uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Conchobhar.
A slow jab from Rua misses its intended target.
Conchobhar misses with a body punch
and Conchobhar takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T3#
Conchobhar throws a body punch but Rua moves out of range.
Conchobhar throws an overhand right that lands on Rua's shoulder, as Rua tries to avoid the shot.
Rua throws a body punch but Conchobhar moves out of range.
Conchobhar raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
A telegraphed right hand from Rua misses the target.
Conchobhar swings for the body but Rua moves out of range.
Conchobhar misses with a right hand
letting Rua counter with a right hand.
Rua needs to keep his hands up - Conchobhar had a free shot at his head there.
Conchobhar fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Rua dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Rua 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.
Conchobhar defending well as Rua loads up on a big left hand.
Conchobhar appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Conchobhar misses with a straight right.
It looked like Rua wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T4#
Rua moves out of range as Conchobhar strikes.
Rua is looking to counter punch.
Rua throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Conchobhar misses with a hook. Rua ducked under it nicely.
Rua tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Conchobhar manages to circle out of the way.
Conchobhar scores with a hook.#CUT2#Wanderlei Rua's cut is getting worse.
Rua blocks a jab.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Conchobhar uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Rua.
Conchobhar takes a swing at Rua's ribcage but misses.
As Conchobhar backs away, Rua returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Conchobhar checks a leg kick.
Rua tries to score with a low kick but Conchobhar moves his leg out of the way.
Conchobhar getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Rua defending well as Conchobhar loads up on a big left hand.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Herleifr Conchobhar showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Wanderlei Rua's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Conchobhar throws a hook but Rua blocks it.
Rua misses with a low kick.
A good leg kick by Rua.
Conchobhar scores with a punch to the head.
Conchobhar bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Rua's head backwards.
Conchobhar rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Rua counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Rua tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Conchobhar manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Conchobhar keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Rua.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rua throws a hook but Conchobhar avoids it easily.
Conchobhar steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Rua.
Conchobhar doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Conchobhar rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Rua counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T1#
Conchobhar thows a left - swing and a miss!
Rua tried to counter with a leg kick but Conchobhar avoided it.
Rua waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Conchobhar.
Rua lands a nice shot that snaps Conchobhar's head back.
Conchobhar lands with an overhand left.
Rua walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.#CUT2#Wanderlei Rua's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
A nice inside leg kick there by Rua. That's going to slow Conchobhar down.
Rua displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Conchobhar throws out the jab.
Rua lands with a kick to the temple. Conchobhar shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Conchobhar throws a lazy uppercut
and Rua counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Rua keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
#T2#
Rua takes a body punch but keeps moving.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Conchobhar slips under a jab from Rua.
Rua bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Conchobhar throws a body shot but no joy.
Conchobhar misses with an uppercut.
Rua throwing a counter right hand but Conchobhar manages to avoid it.
Good standup being displayed there by Rua as he connects with a hook.
Conchobhar clobbers Rua with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Conchobhar misses with a hook.#KD#
Rua waves his right hand out in front of him, looking to distract Conchobhar. Oh, he's unloaded a beast of a left hand - it worked! He's dropped Conchobhar to the canvas! Can he finish him!?
#ROC#Conchobhar is rocked!
Rua throwing strikes but missing. #T3#
Rua trying to control the position from guard on top but Conchobhar is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Rua missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Conchobhar is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Rua is controlling him.
Rua sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Conchobhar's guard.
Rua sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Conchobhar defending well though.
Rua wants to free his trapped foot but Conchobhar is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Conchobhar is trying to stand.
#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Rua throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Rua wants to lay and pray for a moment but Conchobhar keeps working.
Conchobhar tries to kick Rua off but Rua keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Conchobhar blocking the ground and pound attempt from Rua.
Rua tries to pass the half guard into mount. Conchobhar knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Rua not doing much here.
#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Rua ducks under a wild hook from Conchobhar.
Rua tries to clinch up
letting Conchobhar counter with a right hand.
And that's the end of the fight!
Wanderlei Rua showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Rua 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 Richard Clark scores the fight 29:28
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 29:28
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Wanderlei Rua!
Our winner, Wanderlei Rua, 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:
GAMMA#994 Joosep v Sullivan
Date: Apr 15, 2023 |
#R1#
Rua throws a low kick but it's checked well by King.
Rua uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from King.
King tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rua was well out of range. Poor timing from King.
Rua chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before King can pounce on him.
Rua is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by King.
King jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Rua lands a leg kick that knocks King off balance momentarily.
Rua fakes high and swings low for a body shot but King manages to avoid it.
King pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A good leg kick by King.
Rua misses with a hook. King ducked under it nicely.
A little feinted left hand from King on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
King throws an overhand right that lands on Rua's shoulder, as Rua tries to avoid the shot. #T1#
King attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from King lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Rua has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Rua and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
A nice leg kick lands there from King.
King throws a body punch but Rua moves out of range.
Rua wants to counter with a clinch but King pushes him away.
Rua tried to score with a low kick but King checks it.
Rua is looking to slow King down with leg kicks. #KD2#
Rua catches King napping and connects with a big right hand that sends King to the canvas!
#CUT2#It looks like Jimmy King has been cut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rua wants to control from the top but King keeps moving.
Rua stops King from standing up.
We've been hearing good reports from King'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.
Rua looking to sit in guard and control but King gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR##T2#
Rua is controlling King's posture.
Rua's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
King trying to control the position from guard on top but Rua is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
King is in close to Rua's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Rua has his hands on King's head, controlling the position.
Rua is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst King is controlling him. #T3#
King working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
King throwing strikes but missing.
King 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.
King won't allow Rua to sweep him here.
King postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Rua looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Rua keeping moving, preventing King from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
King slips under a jab.
King half committed to a counter leg kick.
Rua goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
A little feinted left hand from King on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Nice defenses there by Rua.
A punch combination from King misses.
Rua is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Rua slips a straight right by King.
Rua turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Rua ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
King doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Rua throws a quick head kick that knocks King silly! This fight is all over! What a finish! Rua is up on the cage, taking in the applause from the crowd.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Wanderlei Rua!
After winning the bout, Wanderlei Rua thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
GAMMA#990 Aurelius v Spratt
Date: Mar 18, 2023 |
#R1#
Rua misses with a left hand
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Rua throws an overhand right that lands on McGuire's shoulder, as McGuire tries to avoid the shot.
McGuire scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
McGuire throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
McGuire misses with a head kick.
Rua is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Rua tries to move into range but McGuire moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#CUT#It looks like Wanderlei Rua has been cut.
McGuire is looking to chop away at Rua's legs.
Rua checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Rua tries to counter by closing the distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rua uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Rua looks to land a left hand but McGuire moved out of range nicely.
Rua checks a leg kick nicely.
Rua chopping away at his opponent's legs.
#T1#
McGuire on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Rua. Rua obviously looking to wear him down.
McGuire takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
McGuire darts in looking for a takedown but Rua gets double underhooks and turns McGuire into the cage.
Rua wants to counter with a clinch but McGuire pushes him away.
Rua tries to circle away but McGuire has him pinned against the cage.
McGuire is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Rua lands on the inside with an uppercut.
McGuire lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Rua backwards.
McGuire works on Rua's body with a couple of short punches.
McGuire lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Rua pushes McGuire back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Rua. #BC2#
Rua breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Rua uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from McGuire.
Jab, jab by Rua - just one landing.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nice uppercut there from McGuire.#T2#
That kick from McGuire tenderised Rua's leg. Rua is trying to keep his angry face on.
McGuire throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A slow jab from Rua misses its intended target.
A chopping leg kick lands by Rua. #CL#
McGuire moves into the clinch.
McGuire tries a body shot but Rua blocks it.
#BC2#
Rua's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
McGuire bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
McGuire tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
McGuire is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Rua.
Rua throws an uppercut from half a mile away. McGuire sees it coming and avoids it easily.
McGuire misses with a low kick.#T3#
McGuire getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Rua throws a right hand that misses
and McGuire counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
McGuire throws a body shot but no joy. #KD#
McGuire sets himself and throws a head kick that knocks Rua to the ground! McGuire dives into full mount looking to finish!#ROC#Rua is rocked!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Whack. That's a big, big shot from McGuire! Rua is out cold! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Kevin McGuire!
An out of breath Kevin McGuire 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:
SSG 104 Gomes vs Rua
Date: Feb 12, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 6 losses; Ronaldo Gomes! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 20 wins and 5 losses; Wanderlei Rua!
The judges for this bout are Paulo Santos, Matheus Silva and Luis Engracia.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Rua changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Gomes fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Gomes shoots in for a takedown but Rua shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Gomes is trying hard to land a takedown here. Rua sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. #CL2#
Rua gets a clinch. #TD2#
Rua gets a trip takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Gomes (0) vs (2) Rua
Gomes tries to roll over but Rua keeps him under control.
Gomes moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Gomes can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Rua controls the pace.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gomes wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Rua is now in half guard.
Rua is thwarting Gomes's attempts to control the position.#T1#
The fighters are battling for position here. Gomes manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Gomes looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Gomes throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Rua looking to pass the guard.
Rua preventing the sweep. #T2#
Rua slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Gomes pulls Rua in to control the position.
Rua stays in close to Gomes's body and controls the position.
Rua wants to pass the guard but Gomes is keeping the position.#T3#
Rua looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB#
Rua got a little sloppy there for a moment and Gomes has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Rua has managed to get both his arms back between Gomes's legs - danger averted.
Rua must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Rua stopping the sweep attempt from Gomes.
Gomes is trying to keep Rua in close.
#T4#
Gomes looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Gomes holds on and takes a little breather.
Rua postures up.
Gomes is trying to hold Rua in close to prevent damage but Rua has managed to pass into half guard.
Gomes is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Is It Avatary Enough? , so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Rua keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Rua is continuing to stall.#T5#
Gomes trying to control here.
Rua prevents Gomes from improving his position.
Gomes is working hard here to advance position.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Gomes has a hand on Rua's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Rua takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Gomes (0) vs (5) Rua
Gomes keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Rua looking to control and managing it successfully. #T6#
Gomes wants to control but Rua is having none of it.
Gomes sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Gomes is trying to control but can't.
Gomes tries to roll over but Rua keeps him under control.
Rua is taking a breather. Gomes says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Gomes wants to control the action here but instead Rua manages to pass to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Gomes (0) vs (8) Rua#T7#
Gomes is trying to escape the mount.
Gomes tries to hold on but Rua pushes him away.
Rua is looking to work his way around to Gomes's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Gomes really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Gomes tries to lock up and control but Rua gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T8#
Gomes really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Rua controlling the pace for now.
Gomes is looking to get to half guard.
Gomes tries to lock up and control but Rua gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T9#
Gomes tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Rua takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Gomes is looking to get to half guard.
Rua tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T10#
Gomes tries to hold on but Rua pushes him away.
Rua wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Gomes is wriggling around trying to escape.
Gomes wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: Gomes (0) vs (11) Rua
Rua biding his time, looking for the opening.
Gomes tries to break free.
Gomes trying to control the hands but Rua breaks the grip. #T11#
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Gomes just trying to survive but Rua is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Gomes is really stuck here.
Rua avoiding Gomes 's attempts to control his hands.
You can see the frustration on Gomes's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
#T12#
Rua gets his hands free as Gomes looks to control.
Gomes wants to escape the position.
Rua doesn't have the hooks in and Gomes manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gomes (2) vs (11) Rua
Rua is pulling down on Gomes's head. It's preventing any offense from Gomes, at least for the moment.
The adventures of Rua the control monster continue. Boring.#T13#
Gomes wants to pass the guard but Rua is keeping the position.
Gomes is stalling in the full guard.
Gomes being controlled here momentarily. #T14#
Gomes works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Gomes content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rua tries to roll over but Gomes keeps him under control.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rua wins on points by 11 to 2.
Our winner, Wanderlei Rua, 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:
SSG 101 Hlervu vs Banner
Date: Feb 05, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 19 wins and 5 losses; Wanderlei Rua! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 2 losses; Freddy Barnes!
The judges for this bout are Mauricio Rocha, Seu Braga and Daniel Cesar.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL2#
Barnes gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Rua is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Barnes drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Rua gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Rua drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
#TD#
Rua has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Barnes is trying to keep an underhook but Rua manages to get the takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Rua (2) vs (0) Barnes
Barnes tries to roll over but Rua keeps him under control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Barnes looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Rua will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Rua prevents Barnes from improving his position.
Rua is figuring out what he wants to do next.#T1#
Barnes tries to roll over but Rua keeps him under control.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Barnes wants to improve his position but Rua is controlling well.
Barnes keeps trying to improve his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rua performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Barnes trying to get back to full guard but Rua takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Rua (5) vs (0) Barnes#T2#
Barnes working to try and regain half guard.
Barnes slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Barnes wants to control but Rua is keeping busy.
#SUB2#
Barnes is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Rua pulls his head out easily.
Rua is taking a breather. Barnes says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Barnes wants to improve his position but Rua is controlling well.
#T3#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Barnes is trying to control but Rua passes into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Rua (8) vs (0) Barnes
Rua happy to just control the position for now.
Barnes sneaks back into half guard.#T4#
Barnes works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB2#
Barnes throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Rua escapes and throws Barnes's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Rua (11) vs (0) Barnes
Barnes gets back to half guard.
Barnes tries to get to full guard but Rua has control of the leg.
Barnes is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Rua is looking to advance position but Barnes won't allow it.
Barnes wants to improve his position but Rua is controlling well.
#T5#
Rua passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Rua (14) vs (0) Barnes
Barnes is looking to get to half guard.
Rua sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Barnes is working to get back to half guard.
#T6#
Barnes manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Rua tries to pass to full mount but Barnes defends it.
Barnes wants to get back to full guard.
Barnes makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Barnes.#T7#
Barnes lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rua (14) vs (2) Barnes
My spies in QUBE Gym inform me that Barnes has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Barnes trying to control but Rua is working from the bottom.
Barnes looking to sit in guard and control but Rua gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rua (16) vs (2) Barnes#SUB2#
Barnes is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Rua is aware though and is defending well.
Barnes not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Rua forces his way into half guard.
Rua prevents Barnes from improving his position.#T8#
Barnes is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Rua jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Rua (19) vs (2) Barnes
Barnes stops Rua from passing to mount.
Barnes manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Barnes manages to get to full guard.
#SUB2#
Barnes working for a triangle but Rua defends it easily.
Rua is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T9#
Rua'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.
Further stalling from Rua.
Barnes looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Rua has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#T10#
Barnes wants to hit a sweep here but Rua passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Barnes there! Score +3 for passing guard: Rua (22) vs (2) Barnes
Rua moves to the back. Score +3 for taking back: Rua (25) vs (2) Barnes
Rua has the hooks in. Barnes is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
#T11#
Barnes tries to break free.
Barnes breaks Rua's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rua (25) vs (4) Barnes
Rua pulls Barnes in close to prevent any damage.
Barnes wants to control from the top but Rua keeps moving.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Rua is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rua (27) vs (4) Barnes
Barnes wants to sweep but no luck. #T12#
Barnes wants to hit a sweep here but Rua passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Barnes there! Score +3 for passing guard: Rua (30) vs (4) Barnes
Barnes tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Rua looking to control and managing it successfully.
Barnes is wriggling around trying to escape.
Rua takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Rua wants to take Barnes's back here but Barnes is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Barnes really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#T13#
Rua controlling the pace for now.
Barnes is wriggling around trying to escape.
Barnes is still trying to improve position.
Rua takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Barnes tries to hold on but Rua postures up.#T14#
Barnes is working to get back to half guard.
Rua controlling the position easily from mount.
Barnes is desperately trying to improve his position but Rua has a good base and remains in mount.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Rua takes the fight on points by 30 to 4.
After winning the bout, Wanderlei Rua thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
Stepping Stone 97
Date: Jan 22, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 19 wins and 4 losses; Wanderlei Rua! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 6 losses; Tendren Hlervu!
The judges for this bout are Trevor Gratis, Steve Smith and Yves DeLean.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL#
Rua moves into the clinch.
Rua is looking to take this one to the mat.
Hlervu stops a takedown attempt from Rua.
Rua wants a takedown but no success here.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Wanderlei Rua. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Rua drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Hlervu is pressed up against the cage. Rua has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Hlervu down to the mat. Hlervu avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #CL#
Rua closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Hlervu wants a takedown but no success here.
Rua 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.
Rua has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Hlervu after a bit of a struggle.
Hlervu stops a takedown attempt from Rua.
#TD#
Rua lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Rua (2) vs (0) Hlervu
Hlervu is looking for a sweep. Rua is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Rua in particular looking to stall.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hlervu wants to get back to full guard.#T1#
Rua perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Hlervu is looking to improve his position.
Rua takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#T2#
The fighters are battling for position here. Hlervu manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB2#
Hlervu is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Rua defends well.
Rua is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Rua looking to pass the guard.
Rua is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Hlervu is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rua (2) vs (2) Hlervu#T3#
Rua trying to control the position here.
Hlervu postures up.
Rua tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Hlervu trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Hlervu passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Rua (2) vs (5) Hlervu
Rua is looking for a sweep.#T4##SUB2#
Hlervu looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Rua tries to bench press Hlervu off him but Hlervu keeps the position.
Hlervu working away.
Rua looks to move to half guard but instead Hlervu has passed into mount! Damn! Score +2 for reaching mount: Rua (2) vs (7) Hlervu
Hlervu trying to control but Rua is having none of it. #T5#
Rua is desperately trying to improve his position but Hlervu has a good base and remains in mount.
Rua is working hard here to advance position.
Hlervu looking to control but Rua is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Hlervu takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Rua has worked his way to half guard, taking advantage of Hlervu's lack of action.
#T6#
Hlervu looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Rua tries to roll over but Hlervu keeps him under control.
Rua is doing well to control the position and prevent Hlervu from advancing to side control.#T7#
Hlervu is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Rua wants to get back to full guard.
Rua holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Hlervu looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Rua is refusing to be controlled, as Hlervu sits in half guard. #T8##SUB2#
Hlervu is trying to work for a kimura but Rua is defending well.
Rua is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Hlervu is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Rua is just riding it out for now. Hlervu eventually gives up the hold.
Rua tries to get to full guard but Hlervu has control of the leg. #T9#
Rua has his hands clasped together around Hlervu's back. He's all about the action.
Rua is staying active underneath Hlervu, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Hlervu is thwarting Rua's attempts to control the position.
Rua is trying to get back to full guard.#T10#
Rua keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Hlervu frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Rua (2) vs (10) Hlervu
Hlervu controlling the position easily from mount.
Rua really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#T11#
Rua manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Rua has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Hlervu is working away from the top position though.
Hlervu wants to free his trapped foot but Rua is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Hlervu wants to control but Rua is keeping him busy. #T12#
Rua wants to control but Hlervu is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Rua tries to roll over but Hlervu keeps him under control.
Hlervu trying to control from half guard but Rua is working away.
Rua tries to get to full guard but Hlervu has control of the leg. #T13#
Hlervu wants to free his trapped foot but Rua is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Hlervu prevents Rua from improving his position.
Hlervu controlling the action here.
Hlervu tries to pass the half guard into mount. Rua knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Rua keeping control of the position. #T14#
Rua regains full guard. Nicely done.
Rua is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Hlervu stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Rua swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rua is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rua (4) vs (10) Hlervu
And that's the end of the fight!
Hlervu wins on points by 10 to 4.
A relieved looking Tendren Hlervu thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
Stepping Stone 92
Date: Jan 15, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 3 losses; Abu Schaubi! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 4 losses; Wanderlei Rua!
The judges for this bout are Thiago Cunha, Emerson Jorge and Leandro Rodrigues.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Schaubi rushes Rua and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Schaubi tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Rua just stands there and leans against the cage.
Rua has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Schaubi is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Rua looking for a takedown.
Rua wants to take the fight to the mat but Schaubi manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Abu Schaubi has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Wanderlei Rua.
Rua is working for takedown but Schaubi is calmly controlling the position for now.#TD#
Schaubi jumps into guard, dragging Rua to the mat.
Rua controlling from the top position.
Schaubi looking for a sweep. Not yet Schaubi, not yet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rua content to stall in guard here.
Rua's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T1#
Rua stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Schaubi swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Schaubi being controlled here, momentarily. #T2#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rua tries to free his leg and advance position but Schaubi is retaining full guard.
Rua won't allow Schaubi to sweep him here.
Schaubi can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Rua controls the pace.
Rua trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T3#
Rua looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Schaubi is trying to control the position but Rua postures up.
Rua is stalling in the full guard.
Schaubi pulls Rua in to control the position. #T4#
Rua not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Rua stands and throws Schaubi's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Schaubi (0) vs (3) Rua
Rua just content to control the position. #T5#
Schaubi is trying to get back to half guard.
Rua controls the position from side control.
Schaubi is looking to reverse the position.
Rua is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position. #T6#
Schaubi wants to control but Rua postures up.#T7#
Rua just content to control the position.
Schaubi tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Rua wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Rua controls the position.
Schaubi tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Schaubi being controlled for a moment. #T8#
Schaubi wants to control but Rua postures up.
Rua controlling the position from side mount.
Rua tries to move into full mount but can't pass Schaubi's legs.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.#T9#
Schaubi sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Schaubi is looking to improve his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rua is pressing down on Schaubi's thigh, looking to free his foot. Schaubi is holding on for now.
Schaubi is looking for a sweep. Rua is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T10#
Rua with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Rua passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Schaubi (0) vs (6) Rua
Rua controlling his opponent. #T11#
Schaubi is in all sorts of trouble here.
Schaubi sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Rua seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T12#
Schaubi keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Rua keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#T13##T14#
Rua is continuing to stall.
Rua prevents Schaubi from improving his position.
Rua content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Schaubi has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Rua is working away from the top position though.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rua wins on points by 6 to 0.
A relieved looking Wanderlei Rua thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
In defeat, Abu Schaubi stepped up to the mic, saying 'Gawld dawg'. |
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Event:
Stepping Stone 88
Date: Jan 01, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 3 losses; Alexander Maximus! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 17 wins and 4 losses; Wanderlei Rua!
The judges for this bout are Joseph Jones, John Roberts and Chad Campbell.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Rua has managed to clinch.
Rua goes for a takedown attempt but Maximus pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Maximus tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Rua defends well and Maximus ends up having to push Rua into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Rua wants a takedown.
Rua is trying to drag Maximus to the mat but Maximus just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Alexander Maximus has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Wanderlei Rua.#TD2#
Rua has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Maximus clear over his head and slammed him to the mat! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Maximus (0) vs (4) Rua
Rua slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Maximus holding on to Rua's left wrist, preventing the choke.
Maximus breaks Rua's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Maximus (2) vs (4) Rua
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Maximus controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Maximus stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Rua swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Rua trying to control the position here. #T1#
Rua is continuing to stall.
Maximus trying to control but Rua is working from the bottom.
Maximus content to stall in guard here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rua keeping moving, preventing Maximus from controlling successfully. #T2#
Rua looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Maximus controlling from the top position.
Maximus trying to control but Rua is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rua looking to hit a scissor sweep but Maximus is one step ahead there. #T3#
Rua managing to control the position.
Maximus sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Rua looking for a sweep. Not yet Rua, not yet.
Rua pulls Maximus in close to his closed guard and prevents Maximus from doing any damage or advancing position.#T4#
Rua keeping moving, preventing Maximus from controlling successfully.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Rua holds on and takes a little breather.
Rua's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T5#
Rua can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Maximus controls the pace.
Maximus has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Rua is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Maximus (2) vs (6) Rua
Rua keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Rua is thwarting Maximus's attempts to control the position.#T6#
Rua slows the pace down in half guard.
Rua is looking to advance position but Maximus won't allow it.
Maximus gets full guard.
Rua tries to free his leg and advance position but Maximus is retaining full guard. #T7#
Maximus can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Rua controls the pace.
Rua trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Rua stopping the sweep attempt from Maximus.
Maximus managing to control the position.
Maximus lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Maximus (4) vs (6) Rua
Maximus wants to control from the top but Rua keeps moving.
Maximus slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T8#
Rua 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.
Rua keeping moving, preventing Maximus from controlling successfully.
Maximus wants to pass the guard but Rua is keeping the position.
Maximus trying to control the position from guard on top but Rua is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Rua has his hands on Maximus's head, controlling the position. #T9#
Maximus wants to control from the top but Rua keeps moving.
Maximus wants to pass the guard but Rua is keeping the position.
Maximus is working hard here to advance position.
Rua wants to sweep here but Maximus controlling him for the moment.
Maximus controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T10#
Rua has his hands on Maximus's head, controlling the position.
Maximus looking to pass the guard.
Rua wants to sweep here but Maximus controlling him for the moment.
Maximus wants to control from the top but Rua keeps moving.
Maximus is really struggling to control Rua but he's trying to hold on to the position.#T11#
Rua bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Maximus's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Maximus (4) vs (8) Rua
Rua is stalling in the full guard.
Rua is fighting to break Maximus's control of his arms but Maximus is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Rua won't allow Maximus to sweep him here. #T12#
Rua sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Maximus looking to control.
Rua sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Maximus not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Maximus tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Maximus is pulling down on Rua's head. It's preventing any offense from Rua, at least for the moment.
Rua must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T13#
Maximus wants to sweep but no luck.
Rua controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Maximus pulls Rua in close to prevent any damage.
Rua showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Maximus is trying to keep Rua in close.
#T14#
Rua is stalling in the full guard.
Maximus looking to control.
Maximus is controlling Rua's posture.
Rua pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Maximus is keeping the position for now.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Maximus is trying to keep Rua in close.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rua wins on points by 8 to 4.
Wanderlei Rua thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
Stepping Stone 86
Date: Dec 18, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 4 losses; Wanderlei Rua! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 12 losses; William Smyth!
The judges for this bout are Chris Downing, George Francis and Frank Dennis.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL#
Rua moves into range and clinches up with Smyth.
Rua wants a takedown.
Rua is working for takedown but Smyth is calmly controlling the position for now.
Rua 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.
Rua is working for takedown but Smyth is calmly controlling the position for now.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Wanderlei Rua. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Smyth tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Rua drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Smyth tries to pull guard but Rua won't allow it.
Rua tries for a takedown. No joy.
Rua has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Smyth avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Smyth is defending well against a takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rua goes for a takedown attempt but Smyth pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
#CL#
Rua pushes Smyth up against the cage in a clinch.
Rua can't get the takedown.
#TD2#
Smyth has picked Rua up - he's going for a ride! Smyth dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Rua (0) vs (2) Smyth#T1##SUB2#
Smyth is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Smyth trying to pass the guard but Rua defending well. #SUB2#
Smyth seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
Smyth is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Rua is just riding it out for now. Smyth eventually gives up the hold.
Smyth takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#T2#
Rua is looking for a sweep. Smyth is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Smyth is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Rua is just riding it out for now. Smyth eventually gives up the hold.
The fighters are battling for position here. Rua manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Smyth trying to control but Rua is working from the bottom.
Smyth might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Rua haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#SUB2#
Smyth is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Rua is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Rua has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rua (2) vs (2) Smyth
Rua's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T3##SUB2#
Smyth looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Rua passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Rua (5) vs (2) Smyth
Rua will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Smyth is trying to control Rua's posture but Rua avoids it.
Rua tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it. #T4#
Rua just content to control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Smyth looks to move to half guard but instead Rua has passed into mount! Damn! Score +2 for reaching mount: Rua (7) vs (2) Smyth
Rua avoids the attempt from Smyth to control.
Smyth working to try and regain half guard.
#T5#
Rua wants to take his opponent's back but Smyth doesn't allow it.
Rua looking to control and managing it successfully.
Rua'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.
Rua has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T6#
Smyth is controlling an arm, preventing Rua from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Rua controlling from the full mount. #T7#
Smyth tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Smyth tries to lock up and control but Rua gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Rua with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Smyth can't escape the position.
#T8#
Rua controlling the position easily from mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T9#
Smyth is working to get back to half guard.
Smyth slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Smyth moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T10##SUB2#
Smyth looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Rua sitting in guard, not really doing much. #SUB2#
Rua avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Rua is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T11##SUB2#
Smyth is looking for a triangle but Rua pushes his legs off easily.
Rua sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Rua wants to pass the guard but Smyth is keeping the position.#T12#
Rua is stalling in the full guard. #SUB2#
Smyth is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Rua slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Rua (10) vs (2) Smyth
Rua slows the pace down.
Smyth is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.#T13#
Smyth is trying to work for a sweep but Rua has mounted him! Score +2 for reaching mount: Rua (12) vs (2) Smyth
Smyth is wriggling around trying to escape.
Rua takes Smyth's back. Score +3 for taking back: Rua (15) vs (2) Smyth
Rua controls the action.
Smyth wants to escape the position.
#T14#
Rua is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Rua not allowing Smyth to control his hands.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rua trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Smyth doesn't escape.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rua takes the fight on points by 15 to 2.
Wanderlei Rua thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
Stepping Stone 79
Date: Dec 11, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 12 losses; Cyrus Ozymandias! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 3 losses; Wanderlei Rua!
The judges for this bout are William Peck, Elvis Blanc and Ian Loll.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Ozymandias feints and as Rua raises his hands in defense, Ozymandias changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ozymandias (2) vs (0) Rua
Rua has control of Ozymandias's left arm, preventing Ozymandias from doing any damage.
Ozymandias 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ozymandias wants to pass the guard but Rua is keeping the position.
Ozymandias is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T1#
Rua trying to control the position here.
Ozymandias controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
We've been hearing good reports from Ozymandias'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.
Rua seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Ozymandias pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Rua is keeping the position for now.
Ozymandias controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T2#
Rua wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Ozymandias controlling from the top position.
Rua is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Ozymandias stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Rua swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Rua wants to improve his position but instead Ozymandias has moved into half guard.
Ozymandias wants to lay and pray for a moment but Rua keeps working. #T3#
Ozymandias passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Ozymandias (5) vs (0) Rua
Ozymandias tries to control but Rua wriggling away.
Rua really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Ozymandias controlling from the full mount.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ozymandias fails to move to back control.
Rua felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Ozymandias takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T4#
Ozymandias trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Ozymandias looking to control and managing it successfully.
Ozymandias has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Rua tries to lock up and control but Ozymandias gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Ozymandias wants to control the pace but Rua is squirming around nicely.
Ozymandias prevents Rua from getting the reversal.#T5#
Ozymandias avoids the attempt from Rua to control.
Rua is trying to escape the mount.
Ozymandias tries to control but Rua wriggling away.
Ozymandias prevents Rua from getting the reversal.
Ozymandias trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Ozymandias sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Rua wants to control but Ozymandias is having none of it.#T6#
Ozymandias controlling from the full mount.
Ozymandias mounts Rua! Really nice guard pass there!
Ozymandias controlling from the full mount.
Rua prevents Ozymandias from taking his back.
Ozymandias can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Rua is looking to escape.
Rua is in all sorts of trouble here.
Ozymandias tries to control but Rua wriggling away. #T7#
Ozymandias takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Rua tries to hold on but Ozymandias postures up.
Ozymandias trying to control but Rua is having none of it.
Rua is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Ozymandias looking to control but Rua is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Ozymandias controlling from the full mount. #T8#
Rua prevents Ozymandias from taking his back.
Rua is looking to improve his position but Ozymandias isn't that keen on the idea.
Ozymandias trying to control but Rua is having none of it. #T9#
Ozymandias controlling from the full mount.
Ozymandias can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Rua is looking to escape.
Rua is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Ozymandias trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T10#
Ozymandias is really struggling to control Rua but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Ozymandias controlling the position easily from mount.
Rua tries to lock up and control but Ozymandias gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Ozymandias controlling the position easily from mount.
Ozymandias wants to control the pace but Rua is squirming around nicely. #T11#
Ozymandias content just to control the position here.
Ozymandias tries to control but Rua wriggling away.
Ozymandias tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rua is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T12#
Ozymandias can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Rua is looking to escape.
Rua is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Rua is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.
Ozymandias controlling from the full mount.
Rua is in all sorts of trouble here.
Ozymandias sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T13#
Rua is squirming around, avoiding Ozymandias's attempts to control the action.
Rua keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Rua sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Rua wants to improve his position but Ozymandias is controlling well.
Ozymandias seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Rua is looking to improve his position.
#T14#
Ozymandias is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Rua! Score +3 for passing guard: Ozymandias (8) vs (0) Rua
Ozymandias looking to control but Rua is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Ozymandias tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Rua working to try and regain half guard.
Rua is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rua tries to hold on but Ozymandias postures up.
Rua keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Ozymandias sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ozymandias takes the fight on points by 8 to 0.
During a confident post fight interview, Cyrus Ozymandias thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
Stepping Stone 72
Date: Dec 04, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 3 losses; Wanderlei Rua! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 3 losses; Ronaldo Gomes!
The judges for this bout are David Schapiro, Russell Pearce and Jonathan Paton.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Rua clinches up against the cage.
Gomes is trying to pull guard but Rua has him pressed against the cage.
Gomes tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Rua smiles and moves away.
#CL#
Rua closes the distance and clinches.
Rua 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.
Gomes fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Wanderlei Rua has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ronaldo Gomes.
Rua has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Gomes avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Rua tries to score a body lock takedown but Gomes shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Gomes gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Rua.
Gomes tries to score a body lock takedown but Rua shows good agility there to stay on his feet.#TD#
Rua has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Gomes clear over his head and slammed him to the mat! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Rua (4) vs (0) Gomes
Gomes tries to escape the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rua is not going to allow Gomes to sit and survive in this position. #T1#
Rua has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Gomes's body.
Gomes can't escape the position.
Rua keeps control of the position easily here as Gomes tries to buck him off.
Gomes trying to control the hands but Rua won't let him.
Gomes tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell! #T2#
Gomes wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: Rua (7) vs (0) Gomes
Rua avoiding Gomes 's attempts to control his hands.
Rua is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish. #T3#
Rua controlling well, preventing Gomes from escaping the position.
Rua has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Gomes's body.
#T4#
Rua is hanging on to Gomes's back as he tries to escape.
Rua avoiding Gomes 's attempts to control his hands.
Rua controlling well, preventing Gomes from escaping the position.
Rua just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Gomes felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.#T5#
Rua is hanging on to Gomes's back as he tries to escape.
Good control from Rua.
Gomes tries to escape the position.
Gomes looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Rua controls the action.#T6#
Rua continues to stall.
Gomes is really stuck here.
Gomes keeps trying to improve his position.#T7#
Rua is riding his opponent, not letting Gomes buck him off.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rua not allowing Gomes to control his hands.
Rua slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
#T8#
Rua controlling well, preventing Gomes from escaping the position.
Rua controls the action.
Rua gets his hands free as Gomes looks to control.
Rua keeps control of the position easily here as Gomes tries to buck him off.
Gomes wants to escape the position.
#T9#
Gomes needs to remain patient if he's going to get out of this sticky situation.
Gomes tries to roll but Rua sticks to his back.
Rua is riding his opponent, not letting Gomes buck him off.
Gomes tries to escape the position.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Gomes tries to roll but Rua sticks to his back.
#T10#
Gomes trying to control the position but Rua manages to sink in the hooks.
Rua trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Gomes doesn't escape.
Gomes trying to control the position but Rua manages to sink in the hooks.
I would not like to be Gomes right now.
#T11#
Rua avoiding Gomes 's attempts to control his hands.
Gomes is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Rua has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Gomes's body.
Gomes is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#T12#
Rua controlling the position well here. Gomes rolled but Rua kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Gomes is trying to break free.
Rua controlling the position well here. Gomes rolled but Rua kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Rua has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Gomes tries to break free.
#T13#
Rua controlling the position well here. Gomes rolled but Rua kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
#T14#
You can see the frustration on Gomes's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rua takes the fight on points by 7 to 0.
Wanderlei Rua thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
Stepping Stone 69
Date: Nov 20, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 1 losses; Richard Anderson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 3 losses; Wanderlei Rua!
The judges for this bout are William Peck, Robert Douchet and Gregory Folan.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Rua gets a clinch.
Anderson is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Rua gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Rua stops a takedown attempt from Anderson.
Rua goes for a takedown attempt but Anderson pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
#CL2#
Rua clinches with his opponent.
Rua is looking for a takedown.
Anderson drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Richard Anderson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Rua prevents a takedown attempt there.
Rua stops a takedown attempt from Anderson.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rua drops down looking for an ankle pick but Anderson pulls his leg out and moves away.
#CL2#
Rua rushes Anderson and presses him up against the cage.
Rua is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Rua is looking to take this one to the mat.#T1#
Rua tries for a takedown but Anderson manages to get underhooks.
Anderson prevents a takedown attempt there.
Anderson drops down looking for an ankle pick but Rua pulls his leg out and moves away.
#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Anderson gets underhooks to prevent Rua's takedown attempt.
Anderson gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Rua.
Rua wants to take the fight to the mat but Anderson manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Rua wants to take the fight to the mat but Anderson manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Anderson changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Rua fights it off and pushes away nicely.
#CL2#
Rua gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#T2#
Rua wants to take the fight to the mat but Anderson manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Anderson drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Rua gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Anderson is looking to take this one to the mat.
Anderson drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Rua gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Anderson is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Rua pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Rua wants a takedown.
Rua changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Anderson fights it off and pushes away nicely.
#CL2#
Rua moves into the clinch successfully.
Rua is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Anderson gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Rua is working for takedown but Anderson is calmly controlling the position for now.
Anderson is defending well against a takedown attempt.#T3#
Anderson wants to take the fight to the mat but Rua manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Rua prevents a takedown attempt there.
Rua is trying to drag Anderson to the mat but Anderson just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Rua goes for a takedown attempt but Anderson pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
#CL2#
Anderson gets tackled into the cage by Rua. Rua maintains the clinch.
Anderson is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Anderson gets underhooks to prevent Rua's takedown attempt.
#TD2#
Rua has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Anderson regains guard immediately. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Anderson (0) vs (2) Rua#SUB#
Anderson working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Rua doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Rua manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T4#
Anderson not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Anderson has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Rua looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Anderson has his foot on Rua's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Rua works his way back into a safe position though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rua sitting in guard here, content to control.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Anderson managing to control the position. #T5#
Rua stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Anderson swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Anderson is adopting a defensive guard.
Rua trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T6##SUB#
Anderson looking for subs off his back but Rua has passed one foot through into half guard.
Rua takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Anderson is looking to improve his position.
#T7#
Still in half guard, Rua seems content to control.
Anderson trying to control from the bottom.
Rua is pressing down on Anderson's thigh, looking to free his foot. Anderson is holding on for now.
Rua is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Rua content to control rather than advance. #T8#
Rua is pressing down on Anderson's thigh, looking to free his foot. Anderson is holding on for now.
Rua is trying to control. Anderson wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Rua wants to pass to mount but Anderson is defending the position.
Anderson tries to roll over but Rua keeps him under control.#T9#
Anderson manages to get to full guard.
Rua sitting in guard here, content to control.
Anderson looking to hit a scissor sweep but Rua is one step ahead there. #T10#
Rua showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Anderson working a defensive guard here.
#SUB#
Anderson working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Rua doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Rua manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T11#
Anderson trying to control the position.
Anderson seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Rua tries to free his leg and advance position but Anderson is retaining full guard. #T12#
Anderson keeping moving, preventing Rua from controlling successfully.
Rua slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Anderson throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Rua escapes and throws Anderson's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Anderson (0) vs (5) Rua
A lull in the action here.#T13#
Anderson tries to get back to half guard but can't.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Anderson gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Rua keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#T14#
Anderson is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Rua's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Rua's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Anderson (4) vs (5) Rua
Rua tries to break free.
#SUB#
Anderson has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Anderson gets his hands free as Rua looks to control.
Anderson struggling to keep hold of the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
A bit of a pause in the action here. Anderson controlling the positon.#SUB#
Anderson is persistently looking for the submission but Rua is defending it well.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rua wins on points by 5 to 4.
After winning the bout, Wanderlei Rua thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
Stepping Stone 64
Date: Nov 13, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 3 losses; Wanderlei Rua! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 1 losses; Abu Schaubi!
The judges for this bout are Anthony Taglia, Steve Montenegro and Joseph Jones.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Schaubi tries to clinch but Rua is having none of it.
Schaubi fails in his attempt to clinch.
Schaubi is looking to clinch. #CL#
Rua has managed to clinch.
Rua drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
#TD#
Rua gets a nice trip takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Rua (2) vs (0) Schaubi
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Rua controlling the action here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rua wants to pass the guard but Schaubi is defending well. #T1#
Schaubi is looking to control Rua's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Schaubi avoid being mounted?
Well, if Rua is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Rua prevents Schaubi from improving his position.#T2#
Schaubi is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Schaubi makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Schaubi.
Rua is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Rua has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T3##T4#
Rua trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Rua sitting in guard here, content to control. #T5#
Rua postures up.
Rua not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T6#
Schaubi trying to keep a closed guard but Rua is proving a slippery customer.
Rua trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Rua's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Schaubi is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Schaubi is pulling down on Rua's head to control his posture.
Schaubi wants to sweep here but Rua controlling him for the moment. #T7#
Rua passes Schaubi's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Schaubi is trying to get back to full guard.
Schaubi trying to control but Rua postures up.
Rua content to control rather than advance. #T8#
Schaubi slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Schaubi wants to sweep but no luck.
Rua stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Schaubi swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T9#
Rua is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Schaubi keeping full guard, as Rua tries to pass.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Schaubi looking to hit a scissor sweep but Rua is one step ahead there.
Rua's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T10#
Schaubi keeping full guard, as Rua tries to pass.
Schaubi can't keep his opponent in guard - Rua advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Schaubi wants to improve his position but Rua is controlling well.
Schaubi has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.#T11#
Schaubi trying to control but Rua postures up.
Schaubi makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Schaubi.
Schaubi tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Schaubi is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Rua is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Rua has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#T12#
Rua continues to stall.#T13#
Rua looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Schaubi looking for subs off his back but Rua has passed one foot through into half guard.
#T14#
Schaubi is looking to control Rua's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Schaubi avoid being mounted?
Schaubi is looking for a sweep. Rua is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rua wants to pass to mount but Schaubi is defending the position.
Schaubi tries to get to full guard but Rua has control of the leg.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rua takes the fight on points by 2 to 0.
A relieved looking Wanderlei Rua thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
In defeat, Abu Schaubi stepped up to the mic, saying 'Gawld dawg'. |
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Event:
Stepping Stone 61
Date: Nov 06, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 11 losses; Slon Mamontov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 2 losses; Wanderlei Rua!
The judges for this bout are Gregory Folan, Robert Douchet and Dillan Fox.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Mamontov swats away the attempt to clinch by Rua.#CL2#
Rua closes the distance and clinches.
Rua is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.#TD#
Mamontov has clasped his hands together around Rua's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Mamontov (4) vs (0) Rua
Mamontov staying calm.
Rua felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rua is not content to let Mamontov control the position. #T1##SUB#
Mamontov looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Rua is trying to improve his position.
Mamontov is looking to take a break and control but Rua is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Mamontov in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Rua tries to buck Mamontov off but Mamontov is having none of it.#T2#
Rua is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Mamontov is one step ahead and moves to full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Mamontov (6) vs (0) Rua
We've been hearing good reports from Mamontov'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.
Mamontov controlling the position easily from mount.
Mamontov trying to control but Rua is having none of it.
Rua is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Rua is looking to improve his position but Mamontov isn't that keen on the idea.#T3#
Rua is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #SUB#
Mamontov working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Rua is trying to escape the mount.
Rua is squirming around, avoiding Mamontov's attempts to control the action.
Rua is trying desperately to improve position.#T4#
Rua is squirming around, avoiding Mamontov's attempts to control the action.
Mamontov content just to control the position here.
Mamontov wants to take his opponent's back but Rua doesn't allow it.
Rua is squirming around, avoiding Mamontov's attempts to control the action. #T5#
Mamontov content just to control the position here.
Rua is desperately trying to improve his position but Mamontov has a good base and remains in mount.
Rua prevents Mamontov from taking his back.
Rua tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Mamontov trying to control but Rua is having none of it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Mamontov content just to control the position here.
Mamontov fails to move to back control. #T6#
Mamontov wants to control the pace but Rua is squirming around nicely.
Rua is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Mamontov fails to move to back control.
Rua is squirming around, avoiding Mamontov's attempts to control the action.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rua is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Mamontov wants to take Rua's back but he can't do it this time. #T7#
Rua wants to hold on but Mamontov pushes him away.
Mamontov wants to control the pace but Rua is squirming around nicely.
Rua gets back to half guard.
Mamontov tries to pass to full mount but Rua defends it.
Rua tries to roll over but Mamontov keeps him under control.
Mamontov passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Mamontov (9) vs (0) Rua
Rua prevents Mamontov from taking his back.#T8#
Mamontov prevents Rua from getting the reversal.
Mamontov tries to control but Rua wriggling away.
Rua tries to reverse the position but Mamontov maintains control.
Mamontov controlling from mount.
Mamontov trying to control but Rua is having none of it. #T9#
Rua tries to reverse the position but Mamontov maintains control.
Mamontov fails to move to back control.
Mamontov looking to control but Rua is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Rua manages to control the position for a moment.
Rua keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#T10#
Mamontov sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Mamontov is stalling here but it's allowed Rua to get half guard.
Rua is staying active underneath Mamontov, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Rua trying to control here.
#T11#
The fighters are battling for position here. Rua manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Rua looking to hit a scissor sweep but Mamontov is one step ahead there.
Mamontov wants to control from the top but Rua keeps moving.
Rua has his hands on Mamontov's head, controlling the position. #T12#
Mamontov postures up.
Mamontov trying to control but Rua is working from the bottom.
Mamontov passes Rua's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB#
Mamontov is looking for a kimura here.
Mamontov wants to take a breather but Rua is having none of it. #T13#
Still in half guard, Mamontov seems content to control.#SUB#
Mamontov is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Rua doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Mamontov.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Rua is not content to let Mamontov control the position.#T14#
Mamontov looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Mamontov trying to control from half guard but Rua is working away. #SUB#
Mamontov is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Rua defends it well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rua makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Rua.
And that's the end of the fight!
Mamontov takes the fight on points by 9 to 0.
Slon Mamontov 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:
Stepping Stone 59
Date: Oct 30, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 2 losses; Wanderlei Rua! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 6 losses; LLoyd Christmas!
The judges for this bout are George Francis, Alan Glass and Gwen Towbar.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Christmas fails with a takedown attempt.
Horrible takedown attempt by Christmas or perhaps it was just good defense by Rua, which made it look bad.
Rua tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Christmas manages to circle out of the way.#CL#
Christmas tries to keep at a distance but Rua has taken the fight into the clinch.
Christmas gets underhooks to prevent Rua's takedown attempt.
Rua is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.#TD#
Rua has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Christmas regains guard immediately. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Rua (2) vs (0) Christmas
Rua will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Christmas trying to keep a closed guard but Rua is proving a slippery customer.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rua stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Christmas swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Christmas not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T1#
Christmas looking to hit a scissor sweep but Rua is one step ahead there. #SUB2#
Christmas escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Rua gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Rua sitting in guard here, content to control.
Rua'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.
Christmas trying to control the position.
#T2#
Rua passes Christmas's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Christmas tries to get to full guard but Rua has control of the leg.
Christmas wants to control but Rua is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Rua trying to pass the guard but Christmas defending well.
Christmas is looking to improve his position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rua controlling the pace. #T3#
Christmas manages to get to full guard.
Rua slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Rua stopping the sweep attempt from Christmas.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Christmas being controlled here, momentarily.
Christmas wants to sweep but no luck. #T4#
Christmas not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Rua controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Christmas 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.
Christmas has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Rua has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Rua (5) vs (0) Christmas
Christmas tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Christmas looks to move to half guard but instead Rua has passed into mount! Damn! Score +2 for reaching mount: Rua (7) vs (0) Christmas
Christmas really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#T5#
Rua controlling from the full mount.
Christmas tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Rua moves to take his opponent's back. Score +3 for taking back: Rua (10) vs (0) Christmas
Christmas tries to escape but Rua has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Christmas rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Christmas wants to control but Rua is keeping busy.
Christmas is looking for a sweep. Rua is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T6#
Rua content to control rather than advance. #SUB2#
Christmas looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Rua is controlling the pace.
#T7##SUB2#
Christmas looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Rua prevents Christmas from improving his position.
Well, if Rua is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
#T8#
Christmas trying to hold on to Rua's head to control him but Rua postures up.
Rua is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Christmas wants to get back to full guard but Rua has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Rua (13) vs (0) Christmas
Rua wants to take his opponent's back but Christmas doesn't allow it.
Rua controlling the pace for now.
Christmas sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.#T9#
Christmas has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Rua is working away from the top position though.
Rua with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Christmas is trying to maintain the position but Rua is very close to passing his half guard.
Christmas tries to get to full guard but Rua has control of the leg. #T10#
Rua is looking to advance position but Christmas won't allow it.
Rua is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Rua works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Rua (16) vs (0) Christmas
Rua sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T11#
Rua manages to capitalize on a mistake by Christmas to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Rua (19) vs (0) Christmas
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Christmas can't escape the position.
What can Christmas do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
#T12#
Rua gets his hands free as Christmas looks to control.
Rua is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Christmas rolls, trying to escape but Rua keeps control of the position.
Christmas keeps trying to improve his position.
What can Christmas do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
#T13#
Rua is hanging on to Christmas's back as he tries to escape.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Rua controlling the positon.
Christmas trying to control but not successfully.
Christmas can't escape the position.
Rua doesn't have the hooks in and Christmas manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rua (19) vs (2) Christmas
Christmas won't allow Rua to sweep him here. #T14#
Christmas pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Rua is keeping the position for now.
Rua is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Rua tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Christmas wants to control from the top but Rua keeps moving.
Rua 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.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Christmas looking to pass the guard.
Christmas wants to control from the top but Rua keeps moving.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rua takes the fight on points by 19 to 2.
During a confident post fight interview, Wanderlei Rua thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
Stepping Stone 52
Date: Oct 23, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 7 losses; Volodymyr Kersikov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 2 losses; Wanderlei Rua!
The judges for this bout are Eddie Farnsworth, Alyssa Summers and Dean Styles.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Rua closes the distance and clinches.
Kersikov is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Rua is defending well.
Rua prevents a takedown attempt there.
Kersikov wants to take the fight to the mat but Rua manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Volodymyr Kersikov. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD2#
Rua has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Kersikov clear over his head and slammed him to the mat! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Kersikov (0) vs (4) Rua
Rua really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Kersikov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Rua is continuing to stall.#T2#
Rua not allowing Kersikov to control his hands.
Kersikov is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at KFA, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Rua biding his time, looking for the opening.
Rua has the hooks in. Kersikov is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #T3#
Kersikov is working hard here to advance position.
What can Kersikov do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rua controlling well, preventing Kersikov from escaping the position.
Rua doesn't have the hooks in and Kersikov manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (2) vs (4) Rua
Kersikov wants to pass the guard but Rua is keeping the position.
Kersikov trying to control the position from guard on top but Rua is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4#
Kersikov 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.
Kersikov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Rua is keeping the position for now. #T5#
Rua pulls Kersikov in close to prevent any damage.
Kersikov won't allow Rua to sweep him here.
Kersikov sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Kersikov wants to control from the top but Rua keeps moving. #T6#
Rua seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Rua keeping moving, preventing Kersikov from controlling successfully.
Rua looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Kersikov trying to control the position from guard on top but Rua is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T7#
Rua has Kersikov pulled in close to control his posture.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Rua is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (2) vs (6) Rua
Rua trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rua stays in close to Kersikov's body and controls the position. #T8#
The adventures of Rua the control monster continue. Boring.
Rua is looking to pass into half guard but Kersikov pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Kersikov is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (4) vs (6) Rua
Kersikov stopping the sweep attempt from Rua.#T9#
Kersikov 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.
Rua wants to sweep but no luck.
Kersikov controls from within his opponent's guard.
Kersikov might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Rua wants to sweep here but Kersikov controlling him for the moment. #T10#
Rua keeps trying to improve his position.
Rua has Kersikov pulled in close to control his posture.
Rua looking for a sweep. Not yet Rua, not yet.
Kersikov sitting in guard here, content to control.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Rua trying to control the position here. #T11#
Kersikov advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (7) vs (6) Rua
Rua is trying to control Kersikov's posture but Kersikov avoids it.
Rua tries to improve position but can't. #T12#
Rua gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Kersikov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Rua keeps working.
Kersikov not doing much here.
#T13#
Rua controlling the position well.
Rua is looking to improve his position.
Rua is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Kersikov's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Kersikov's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Kersikov (7) vs (10) Rua#T14#
Rua has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Kersikov's body.
Rua has the hooks in. Kersikov is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rua wins on points by 10 to 7.
An out of breath Wanderlei Rua 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:
Stepping Stone 51
Date: Oct 16, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 3 losses; Jake Barnes! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 2 losses; Wanderlei Rua!
The judges for this bout are George Francis, Cecil Peabody and Daniel Franklin.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Barnes tries to clinch but Rua is having none of it. #CL2#
Rua has Barnes up against the cage in a clinch.
We've been hearing reports that Barnes has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Barnes is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Rua has Barnes pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Barnes manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Rua tries to score a body lock takedown but Barnes shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Jake Barnes has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Wanderlei Rua.
Rua prevents a takedown attempt there.
Rua wants a takedown.
Barnes tries to score a body lock takedown but Rua shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Rua looking for a takedown.
Barnes is trying to drag Rua to the mat but Rua just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Barnes is looking to take this one to the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Barnes drops down looking for an ankle pick but Rua pulls his leg out and moves away.
#CL2#
Rua gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Rua wants a takedown.
Barnes wants to take the fight to the mat but Rua manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Rua has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Barnes is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.#T1#
Barnes can't get the takedown.
Rua has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Barnes avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Rua looking for a takedown.
Barnes is looking for a takedown.
Rua drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Barnes is looking for a takedown.#TD2#
Rua has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Barnes clear over his head and slammed him to the mat! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Barnes (0) vs (4) Rua
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Rua not allowing Barnes to control his hands.
Barnes rolls, trying to escape but Rua keeps control of the position.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
#T2#
Barnes rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Rua trying to control the pace.
Barnes tries to get to full guard but Rua has control of the leg.
Barnes is looking to control Rua's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Barnes avoid being mounted?#T3#
Rua is looking to advance position but Barnes won't allow it. #SUB#
Barnes is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Rua pulls his head out easily.
Barnes tries to get to full guard but Rua has control of the leg.
Rua controlling the pace.
Rua passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Barnes (0) vs (7) Rua
Rua controlling from the full mount. #T4#
Barnes is desperately trying to improve his position but Rua has a good base and remains in mount.
Barnes might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Rua controlling from mount.
Barnes slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Barnes is trying to control but can't.
Well, if Rua is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Barnes is looking to control Rua's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Barnes avoid being mounted?#T5#
Barnes is trying to control but Rua manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Barnes (0) vs (10) Rua
Barnes tries to control Rua's body but Rua pushes him off. Barnes squirms to his side and now Rua has his back! Score +3 for taking back: Barnes (0) vs (13) Rua
Rua trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Barnes doesn't escape. #T6#
Barnes is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rua really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Barnes.
Barnes is trying to break free.
#T7#
Barnes manages to reverse the position and now he's in Rua's guard. Nice work there by Barnes.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Barnes (2) vs (13) Rua
Rua looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Rua is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Rua is looking to sweep but instead, Barnes has passed into half guard.
Rua is not content to let Barnes control the position.
Barnes perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #T8#
Rua controlling the position well.
Barnes is trying to control. Rua wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rua tries to roll over but Barnes keeps him under control.
Barnes wants to take a breather but Rua is having none of it.
Barnes tries to pass the half guard into mount. Rua knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Rua wants to improve his position but Barnes is controlling well.
#T9#
Rua is concentrating on defense, preventing Barnes from advancing position. #SUB#
Barnes is looking for a kimura here.
Barnes is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard. #SUB#
Barnes has gone for a leg lock! Rua slips out almost immediately though and dives into Barnes's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Barnes (2) vs (15) Rua
Rua won't allow Barnes to sweep him here. #T10#
Rua sitting in guard here, content to control.
Rua looking to pass the guard.
Rua not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Barnes trying to keep a closed guard but Rua is proving a slippery customer.
#T11#
Rua trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Rua stopping the sweep attempt from Barnes.
Barnes working a defensive guard but Rua manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Barnes (2) vs (18) Rua
Barnes is trying to get back to half guard.
Barnes struggling a bit here.
Barnes is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Rua is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Rua controlling from side mount. #T12#
Rua has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Barnes! Score +2 for reaching mount: Barnes (2) vs (20) Rua
Barnes tries to lock up and control but Rua gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Barnes is trying to reverse the position but instead Rua has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Barnes (2) vs (23) Rua
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
#T13#
Barnes is trying to break free.
Barnes is working hard here to advance position.
Rua controlling from the back.
Rua not allowing Barnes to control his hands. #T14#
You can see the frustration on Barnes's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Rua wins on points by 23 to 2.
Wanderlei Rua thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
Stepping Stone 47
Date: Oct 09, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 3 losses; Stephan Letter! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 2 losses; Wanderlei Rua!
The judges for this bout are Steven Brown, Andrew Berry and Colin Fotheringham.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL2#
Rua closes the distance and clinches. #TD#
Letter gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Rua regains guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Letter (2) vs (0) Rua
Letter preventing the sweep.
Rua is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Letter stopping the sweep attempt from Rua.
Rua trying to control the position here.
Letter trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Rua has Letter pulled in close to control his posture.
Letter is stalling in the full guard.
Letter 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.
Letter stands and throws Rua's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Letter (5) vs (0) Rua
Rua seems a little lost for a moment, as Letter dominates the positioning.#T2#
Rua wants to control but Letter postures up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rua sneaks back into half guard.
Letter tries to pass the half guard into mount. Rua knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Letter takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Rua is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Letter is trying to control the action in half guard but Rua is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T3#
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rua wants to control but Letter is keeping busy.
Letter stalling.
Rua is refusing to be controlled, as Letter sits in half guard. #T4#
Letter stalling.
Rua holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Rua manages to get to full guard.
Rua keeping moving, preventing Letter from controlling successfully. #T5#
Letter is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Letter postures up.
Rua looking to hit a scissor sweep but Letter is one step ahead there.
Rua not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T6#
Letter is fighting to break Rua's control of his arms but Rua is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Letter pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Rua is keeping the position for now.
Rua looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Letter is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T7#
Letter is looking to pass into half guard but Rua pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Rua is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Letter (5) vs (2) Rua
Rua controlling from the top position.
Rua stopping the sweep attempt from Letter.
Rua advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Letter (5) vs (5) Rua
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Letter is being controlled here. #T8#
Rua's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Let's hope that Rua has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Letter is looking for a sweep.#T9#
Letter trying to control but Rua flips him over like a cheap hooker and has his back! Score +3 for taking back: Letter (5) vs (8) Rua
Rua just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Rua has the hooks in. Letter is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
I would not like to be Letter right now.
#T10##T11#
More stalling from Rua.#T12#
Letter is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Rua is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Rua not allowing Letter to control his hands. #T13#
Letter is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Letter is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Rua.
#T14#
Letter just trying to survive but Rua is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Letter rolls, trying to escape but Rua keeps control of the position.
Rua has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Letter's body.
Letter rolls, trying to escape but Rua keeps control of the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rua wins on points by 8 to 5.
During a confident post fight interview, Wanderlei Rua thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
Stepping Stone 41
Date: Oct 02, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 9 losses; Bea Mason! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 2 losses; Wanderlei Rua!
The judges for this bout are Seu Braga, Emerson Jorge and Edson Gomes.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Rua defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Mason.
Mason closes this distance looking for a takedown but Rua circles away.#CL2#
Rua clinches with his opponent.
#TD2#
Rua is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Mason can't fight it off and eventually Rua manages to take the fight to the floor. Mason looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Mason (0) vs (2) Rua
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Mason has his foot on Rua's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Rua works his way back into a safe position though.
Mason looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Rua controlling from the top position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rua slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Mason (0) vs (5) Rua
A lull in the action here as Rua stalls from top position.#T1#
Rua tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
The referee asks Rua politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Rua prefers to stall for the moment though.#T2#
Mason tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Rua presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Mason (0) vs (7) Rua
Rua tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Mason tries to reverse the position but Rua maintains control.
Rua tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Mason might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Mason reaches up to try and control the position but Rua seems to have an arm triangle now! Uh oh! Mason rolls and tries to escape and now Rua has his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Mason (0) vs (10) Rua#T3#
Mason tries to escape the position.
Rua has good solid back control here.
I really don't envy Mason right now.
Rua trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Mason doesn't escape.
Rua is not going to allow Mason to sit and survive in this position.
Mason wants to escape the position.
#T4#
Mason trying to control the position but Rua manages to sink in the hooks.
Mason tries to break free.
Rua has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Mason's body.
Mason trying to control the position but Rua manages to sink in the hooks. #T5#
Rua slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
I really don't envy Mason right now.
Rua keeps control of the position easily here as Mason tries to buck him off.
Rua controlling well, preventing Mason from escaping the position.
Rua has good solid back control here.
Rua is not going to allow Mason to sit and survive in this position. #T6#
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Mason is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#T7#
A bit of a pause in the action here. Rua controlling the positon.
Mason is trying to break free.
Mason looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment. #T8#
Mason tries to break free.
Rua has good solid back control here.
Mason is really stuck here.
#T9#
Mason trying to control the hands but Rua breaks the grip.
Rua is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Rua keeps control of the position as Mason tries to break free.
Mason is working hard here to advance position.#T10#
Mason needs to remain patient if he's going to get out of this sticky situation.
Rua has the hooks in. Mason is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Rua is riding his opponent, not letting Mason buck him off.
I really don't envy Mason right now.
Mason trying to control the hands but Rua breaks the grip.
Rua really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Mason.
Mason trying to control the hands but Rua breaks the grip. #T11#
Mason is in bad spot here.
Rua controlling from the back.
Mason is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Rua has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Mason's body.
Mason is in bad spot here.
Rua just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
#T12#
You can see the frustration on Mason's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Mason is in bad spot here.
Rua keeps control of the position easily here as Mason tries to buck him off.
#T13#
Rua gets his hands free as Mason looks to control.
Rua trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Mason doesn't escape.
Mason tries to escape the position.
#T14#
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Rua is hanging on to Mason's back as he tries to escape.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Mason trying to control the hands but Rua won't let him.
I would not like to be Mason right now.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rua wins on points by 10 to 0.
After winning the bout, Wanderlei Rua thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
Stepping Stone 38
Date: Sep 25, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 2 losses; Wanderlei Rua! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 2 losses; Snail Tail!
The judges for this bout are Matheus Silva, Daniel Cesar and Seu Braga.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL#
Rua clinches. #TD#
Rua gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Rua (2) vs (0) Tail
Rua is fighting to break Tail's control of his arms but Tail is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Rua stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Tail swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Rua has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Tail looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rua is stalling in the full guard. #T1#
Tail looking to hit a scissor sweep but Rua is one step ahead there.
Rua sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Tail wants to sweep here but Rua controlling him for the moment.
Rua is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Rua will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T2#
Tail controls Rua momentarily but Rua frees himself. #T3#
Tail controlling the position.
Rua not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Rua tries to free his leg and advance position but Tail is retaining full guard.
Rua passes Tail's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Rua passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Rua (5) vs (0) Tail
Tail wants to hold on but Rua pushes him away.#T4#
Rua content just to control the position here.
Tail keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Rua controlling the position easily from mount. #T5#
Rua has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Tail is looking to get to half guard.
Tail keeps trying to improve his position.#T6#
Tail tries to hold on but Rua pushes him away.
Rua takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Tail wants to hold on but Rua pushes him away.
Tail sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tail gets full guard.
Rua stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Tail swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T7#
Tail tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Rua looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Tail wants to sweep but no luck.
Rua content to stall in guard here. #T8#
Rua postures up.
Tail keeping full guard, as Rua tries to pass.
Tail has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at The Italian Job. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Rua slips nicely into half guard.
Rua with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T9#
Tail is looking for a sweep. Rua is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Tail moves into full guard.
Rua is stalling in the full guard. #SUB2#
Tail is looking for a triangle but Rua pushes his legs off easily.
#T10#
Tail trying to keep a closed guard but Rua is proving a slippery customer.
Rua showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T11#
Rua wants to pass the guard but Tail is keeping the position.
Tail trying to control the position.
Rua slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #SUB2#
Tail working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Rua doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Rua manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T12#
Rua passes Tail's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Rua content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T13#
Tail tries to get to full guard but Rua has control of the leg.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rua controlling the action here.
Tail is trying to control but can't.
Rua perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #T14#
Tail is looking to control Rua's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Tail avoid being mounted?
Rua tries to pass the half guard into mount. Tail knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Tail trying to control here.
Rua not doing much here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tail wants to get back to full guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rua takes the fight on points by 5 to 0.
A relieved looking Wanderlei Rua thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
Stepping Stone 33
Date: Sep 18, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 2 losses; Wanderlei Rua! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 5 losses; Kyril Mokaev!
The judges for this bout are Steve Montenegro, Franklyn Lucas and Alyssa Summers.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Rua darts in and clinches Mokaev up against the cage.#TD#
Rua tightens his grip and picks Mokaev up, before dumping him to the ground. Mokaev manages to land in guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Rua (2) vs (0) Mokaev
Rua pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Mokaev is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Mokaev is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Rua 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.
Rua will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Rua stays in close to Mokaev's body and controls the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rua passes Mokaev's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Rua stalling. #T1#
Mokaev trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Score +3 for passing guard: Rua (5) vs (0) Mokaev
Mokaev wants to control but Rua is having none of it.
Rua takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Mokaev really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Rua controlling from the full mount.
Mokaev is working to get back to half guard.
#T3#
Mokaev is trying to reverse the position but instead Rua has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Rua (8) vs (0) Mokaev
Rua is trying to stick to Mokaev's back but Mokaev is turning into Rua. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Rua's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Mokaev. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rua (8) vs (2) Mokaev#SUB2#
Mokaev has gone for a leg lock! Rua slips out almost immediately though and dives into Mokaev's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rua (10) vs (2) Mokaev
Rua is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Rua trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T4##SUB2#
Mokaev working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Rua has passed into half guard!
Rua wants to pass to mount but Mokaev is defending the position.
Mokaev is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Rua jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Rua (13) vs (2) Mokaev
Mokaev is trying to escape the position but Rua is controlling the position.
Mokaev tries to control but Rua manages to take his back. Score +3 for taking back: Rua (16) vs (2) Mokaev#T5#
Rua keeps control of the position easily here as Mokaev tries to buck him off.
Mokaev tries to escape the position.
Rua has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Mokaev's body.
Mokaev tries to break free.
#T6#
Mokaev is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Mokaev just trying to survive but Rua is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Mokaev breaks Rua's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rua (16) vs (4) Mokaev
Mokaev trying to control but Rua is working from the bottom.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Rua holds on and takes a little breather. #T7#
Mokaev is looking to advance position but Rua has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Rua (20) vs (4) Mokaev
Rua controlling his opponent.
Mokaev is trying to escape the mount.
Mokaev has given up his back. Will we see Rua going for some submissions?
Score +3 for taking back: Rua (23) vs (4) Mokaev
Rua is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish. #T8#
Rua has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T9#
Rua keeps control of the position as Mokaev tries to break free.
Rua keeps control of the position easily here as Mokaev tries to buck him off.
#T10#
Mokaev rolls, trying to escape but Rua keeps control of the position.
Rua just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
#T11#
Mokaev can't escape the position.
Rua slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Mokaev trying to control the hands but Rua breaks the grip. #T12#
Mokaev is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Rua.
Rua controlling well, preventing Mokaev from escaping the position.
Good control from Rua.#T13#
Mokaev wants to escape the position.
Rua biding his time, controlling Mokaev.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T14#
Mokaev is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rua keeps control of the position easily here as Mokaev tries to buck him off.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rua takes the fight on points by 23 to 4.
Our winner, Wanderlei Rua, 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:
TWGC 37 (265+lbs, D3): Finals - Round 3
Date: Aug 30, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 2 losses; Wanderlei Rua! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 0 losses; Red Greene!
The judges for this bout are William Gold, James Atkins and Daniel Bishop.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Greene tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Rua manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#TD2#
Greene gets the takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Rua (0) vs (4) Greene#SUB2#
Greene is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Rua is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB2#
Greene is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Rua has escaped the position, nice work there.
Rua is looking to reverse the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rua is working hard here to advance position.
Rua struggling a bit here.#T1#
Rua keeps Greene under control for a moment.
Rua is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Greene's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Greene wants to pass to mount but Rua is defending the position.
Greene wants to take a breather but Rua is having none of it.
Rua is controlling Greene's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Rua's coaches at SSJ Gym 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.
Greene wants to lay and pray for a moment but Rua keeps working. #T2##SUB2#
Greene is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Greene is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB2#
Greene is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Rua has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
Greene is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T3#
Rua controlling the position for now.
Rua makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Rua.
Rua is adopting a defensive guard.
Rua keeping moving, preventing Greene from controlling successfully.
We've been informed that Greene has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Rua pulls Greene in close to prevent any damage. #T4#
Rua wants to sweep here but Greene controlling him for the moment.
Greene trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Greene forces his way into half guard.#T5#
Rua wants to control but Greene is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Rua moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Greene being controlled here momentarily.
Rua looking for a sweep. Not yet Rua, not yet.
Greene must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Greene trying to control but Rua is working from the bottom. #T6#
Rua looking to hit a scissor sweep but Greene is one step ahead there.
Rua is pulling down on Greene's head to control his posture. #T7##SUB2#
Greene is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Rua is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Rua has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rua (2) vs (4) Greene#SUB2#
Greene working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Rua doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Rua manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T8##SUB2#
Greene looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Rua passes into half guard.
Rua is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Rua is pressing down on Greene's thigh, looking to free his foot. Greene is holding on for now. #T9##SUB2#
Greene looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Rua will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Rua content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T10#
Greene is trying to maintain the position but Rua is very close to passing his half guard.
Greene wants to improve his position but Rua is controlling well.
Rua tries to pass the half guard into mount. Greene knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Rua sitting and controlling from the half guard. #SUB2#
Greene looking for submissions off his back.#T11#
Rua works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Rua (5) vs (4) Greene
Greene working to try and regain half guard.
Greene is just holding on here. Rua manages to take his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Rua (8) vs (4) Greene
Greene is trying to break free.
#T12#
Greene wants to control his opponent's hands but Rua gets his hands free.
Rua controlling the position well here. Greene rolled but Rua kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Rua continues to stall.
Greene wants to escape the position.
#T13#
Greene trying to control the hands but Rua won't let him.
Greene is trying to break free.
Greene is still trying to improve position.
Greene just trying to survive but Rua is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Rua keeps control of the position easily here as Greene tries to buck him off.
#T14#
Greene tries to escape the position.
Greene turns into Rua and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rua (8) vs (6) Greene
Rua wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Rua takes the fight on points by 8 to 6.
Wanderlei Rua is the new super heavyweight champion!
An out of breath Wanderlei Rua 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:
TWGC 37 (265+lbs, D3): Finals - Round 2
Date: Aug 29, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Krisp Enwah! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 2 losses; Wanderlei Rua!
The judges for this bout are Chris Edwards, Sam Margolis and Donald Grub.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL2#
Rua instigates a clinch.
Rua is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Enwah is defending well.#TD2#
Rua is trying to trip Enwah. He has hold of a leg but Enwah is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Rua persists though and gets the takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Enwah (0) vs (2) Rua
Enwah 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.
Rua is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #SUB#
Enwah looking for a guillotine here but Rua defends easily.
#SUB#
Enwah is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rua 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. #T1##SUB#
Enwah is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Enwah on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Enwah tries to get out of the position.
Rua trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Rua controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Enwah definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Enwah looking to control.
Enwah can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Rua controls the pace.
Enwah has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #T2#
Rua engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Rua trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rua is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Enwah 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.
Enwah might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Enwah trying to keep a closed guard but Rua is proving a slippery customer.
#T3#
Rua stays in close to Enwah's body and controls the position.
Rua wants to pass the guard but Enwah is keeping the position.
Enwah is trying to keep Rua in close.
Rua pushes down on Enwah's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Enwah is holding on to half guard well.#T4#
Rua controlling the action here.
Let's hope that Rua has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Enwah tries to roll over but Rua keeps him under control.#T5#
Rua is controlling the pace.
#SUB#
Enwah looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Rua frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Enwah (0) vs (5) Rua
Enwah reaches up to try and control the position but Rua seems to have an arm triangle now! Uh oh! Enwah rolls and tries to escape and now Rua has his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Enwah (0) vs (8) Rua#T6#
What can Enwah do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Enwah is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Rua is continuing to stall.
You can see the frustration on Enwah's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
#T7#
Rua not allowing Enwah to control his hands.
Enwah is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Rua.
#T8#
The adventures of Rua the control monster continue. Boring.
Rua keeps control of the position as Enwah tries to break free.
Enwah is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Rua has the hooks in. Enwah is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Rua has good solid back control here.
Enwah trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble. #T9#
Enwah tries to break free.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Rua controlling the positon.
I really don't envy Enwah right now.
Enwah is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Rua.
#T10#
Enwah wants to escape the position.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Rua controlling the positon.
Enwah wants to control his opponent's hands but Rua gets his hands free.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Rua is hanging on to Enwah's back as he tries to escape.
#T11#
Enwah is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Rua gets his hands free as Enwah looks to control.
Rua is hanging on to Enwah's back as he tries to escape.
Rua really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Enwah.#T12#
Rua's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Enwah rolls, trying to escape but Rua keeps control of the position.
Rua is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
#T13#
Enwah can't escape the position.
Rua gets his hands free as Enwah looks to control.
Enwah manages to reverse the position and now he's in Rua's guard. Nice work there by Enwah.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Enwah (2) vs (8) Rua
Enwah is fighting to break Rua's control of his arms but Rua is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Rua tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Rua wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #T14#
Enwah has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Rua looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Enwah tries to free his leg and advance position but Rua is retaining full guard.
Rua keeping moving, preventing Enwah from controlling successfully.
Rua wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Enwah is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Rua is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Rua has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Enwah (2) vs (10) Rua
And that's the end of the fight!
Rua wins on points by 10 to 2.
During a confident post fight interview, Wanderlei Rua thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
TWGC 37 (265+lbs, D3): Finals - Round 1
Date: Aug 28, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 2 losses; Wanderlei Rua! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Gabe Garcia!
The judges for this bout are Chris Edwards, Steven Brown and William Gold.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL#
Rua closes the distance and clinches.#TD#
Rua has picked Garcia up - he's going for a ride! Rua dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Rua (2) vs (0) Garcia
Garcia is looking to get back to full guard here but Rua has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Rua (5) vs (0) Garcia
Garcia trying to remain calm as Rua controls from the top position.
Garcia is trying to get back to half guard.
Rua taking a breather here.
Garcia is looking to reverse the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Garcia being controlled for a moment.
Garcia manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #T1#
Garcia preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Garcia wants to get back to full guard but Rua has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Rua (8) vs (0) Garcia
Garcia is looking to get to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rua controlling the position easily from mount.
Garcia tries to hold on but Rua postures up.#T2#
Garcia is looking to get to half guard.
Rua controlling his opponent.
Rua avoids the attempt from Garcia to control.
Rua content just to control the position here. #T3#
Garcia tries to hold on but Rua pushes him away.
Rua takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Garcia tries to hold on but Rua postures up.
Rua controlling the pace for now.
Garcia is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T4#
Rua controlling from mount.
Garcia can't escape the position.
Garcia gets back to half guard.
Garcia is trying to control but can't.
Rua looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Garcia tries to roll over but Rua keeps him under control.
Garcia is trying to maintain the position but Rua is very close to passing his half guard.#T5#
Rua wants to pass to mount but Garcia is defending the position.
Garcia is trying to get back to full guard.
Rua sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Rua is thwarting Garcia's attempts to control the position.
Rua wants to free his trapped foot but Garcia is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T6#
Garcia is looking to control Rua's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Garcia avoid being mounted?
Garcia tries to roll over but Rua keeps him under control.
Garcia keeps trying to improve his position.
Garcia wants to get back to full guard but Rua has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Rua (11) vs (0) Garcia#T7#
Garcia trying to control but Rua flips him over like a cheap hooker and has his back! Score +3 for taking back: Rua (14) vs (0) Garcia
Rua keeps control of the position easily here as Garcia tries to buck him off.
You can see the frustration on Garcia's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
What can Garcia do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Rua has the hooks in. Garcia is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #T8#
Garcia tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Garcia working to try and regain half guard.
Rua avoids the attempt from Garcia to control.
Garcia working to try and regain half guard.
Rua controlling the pace for now. #T9#
Rua fails to move to back control.
Rua controlling the pace for now.
Garcia is trying desperately to improve position.#T10#
Garcia has given up his back here.
Score +3 for taking back: Rua (17) vs (0) Garcia
Rua really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Garcia.
Garcia tries to escape but Rua has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Rua biding his time, looking for the opening.
Rua'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.
Garcia tries to escape the position.
Rua is riding his opponent, not letting Garcia buck him off. #T11#
Garcia trying to control the action but Rua just sinks the hooks in.
Garcia can't escape the position.
Garcia trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble. #T12#
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Rua has the hooks in. Garcia is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
I would not like to be Garcia right now.
Garcia is trying to break free.
Rua just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
#T13#
Rua doesn't have the hooks in and Garcia manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rua (17) vs (2) Garcia
Rua is adopting a defensive guard.
Garcia stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Rua swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T14#
Rua looking to hit a scissor sweep but Garcia is one step ahead there.
Garcia looking to sit in guard and control but Rua gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rua (19) vs (2) Garcia
Rua stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Garcia swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rua's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB2#
Garcia has his foot on Rua's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Rua works his way back into a safe position though.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rua takes the fight on points by 19 to 2.
During a confident post fight interview, Wanderlei Rua thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
TWGC 37 (265+lbs, D3): New York Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Aug 19, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Dave Hardy! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 2 losses; Wanderlei Rua!
The judges for this bout are Eddie Farnsworth, Dean Styles and Jonathan Paton.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Rua instigates a clinch.
Hardy is trying to pull guard but Rua has him pressed against the cage.
Hardy tries to pull guard but Rua holds him up against the cage and eventually Hardy drops back down to his feet.
Rua drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Hardy gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Rua is trying to drag Hardy to the mat but Hardy just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Hardy changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Rua fights it off and pushes away nicely.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dave Hardy. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2#
Rua closes the distance and clinches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Rua gets a trip takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hardy (0) vs (2) Rua
Rua moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Hardy (0) vs (5) Rua
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
A lull in the action here.#T1#
Hardy gets back to half guard.#SUB#
Hardy looking for submissions off his back.
Well, if Rua is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Rua passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Hardy! Score +3 for passing guard: Hardy (0) vs (8) Rua#T2#
Rua controlling the pace for now.
Rua is dominating on the ground here - he's now on his opponent's back, looking to sink in the hooks. Hardy is in real trouble.
Score +3 for taking back: Hardy (0) vs (11) Rua
Rua keeps control of the position easily here as Hardy tries to buck him off.
Hardy might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T3#
Rua is continuing to stall.
Hardy is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#T4#
Rua controlling from the back.
Rua's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
More stalling from Rua.
The adventures of Rua the control monster continue. Boring.#T5#
Hardy is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Rua controls the position.
Hardy trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble. #T6#
I would not like to be Hardy right now.
Hardy can't escape the position.
Rua really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Hardy.
Hardy trying to control but not successfully.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
#T7#
Hardy is in bad spot here.
What can Hardy do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Hardy trying to control the position but Rua manages to sink in the hooks.
Rua just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
#T8#
You can see the frustration on Hardy's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Rua controlling the positon.#T9#
Rua is not going to allow Hardy to sit and survive in this position.
Rua has good solid back control here.
Rua is hanging on to Hardy's back as he tries to escape.
#T10#
Rua controls the position.#T11#
Hardy trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Rua slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
#T12#
You can see the frustration on Hardy's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Rua trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Hardy doesn't escape.
Rua with more of the same as he continues to hold on.#T13#
You can see the frustration on Hardy's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Hardy is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
#T14#
Hardy is trying to break free.
Rua is riding his opponent, not letting Hardy buck him off.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Rua wins on points by 11 to 0.
Wanderlei Rua 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:
S-1 WGP 2022 in Bangkok
Date: Jun 27, 2022 |
#R1#
DeBoneless is looking to clinch.
DeBoneless tries to close the distance and clinch up but Rua swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Rua doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.#KD2#
Rua throws out a head kick that DeBoneless doesn't see coming - it connects and sends DeBoneless crashing to the mat face first! He's bounced up to his knees and is scrambling to get back to his feet and beat the count. He's up on 5 but still looks a bit groggy; will the referee allow it to continue??? He's taking a good look into DeBoneless's eyes and has decided to let it go on!
Rua feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits DeBonelesss jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!#CUT2#Ivarr DeBoneless's cut is getting worse.
Rua with a body punch. A glancing blow.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rua sizes up DeBoneless with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Rua throws a nice outside leg kick.
Rua lands a nice looking body kick.
Rua tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Rua tests DeBoneless's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Rua avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
DeBoneless moves to clinch but Rua breaks away
and Rua makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Rua scores with a hook to the body. DeBoneless takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Rua stuns DeBoneless with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
DeBoneless is breathing heavily.
Rua throws a nice outside leg kick.
Rua lands with a thumping leg kick.
Rua plants his feet and throws a devastating head kick! It connects square on DeBoneless's ear and has knocked him out cold! No need for a count here as the referee immediately tends to a stricken DeBoneless, crumpled in the corner! Wow, what a finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Wanderlei Rua!
A very excited looking Wanderlei Rua 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:
KICK FEST 2022: S-1 vs. AKF
Date: Jun 13, 2022 |
#R1#
Rua misses the shot to the body.
Jones tries to clinch but Rua is having none of it.
Rua swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Jones doesn't manage to clinch there - Rua circles away.
#CL2#
Jones drives through and clinches with Rua against the ropes.
#BC#
Rua's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Rua connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Jones avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Jones tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Rua throws the left hand but Jones avoids the punch easily.
Jones lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Jones is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Rua appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Rua stuns Jones with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Rua.
Rua changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Jones is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Rua connects with a looping right hand.
#T1#
Rua lands a head shot.
Jones walks straight into devastating uppercut and drops to the floor, clearly wobbled! Can he beat the count? 4,5,6,7... he's up! And he's down again! The ref steps in and calls an end to the fight! What a punch that was!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:12 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Wanderlei Rua!
A very excited looking Wanderlei Rua 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:
S-1 WGP 2022 in Hamamatsu
Date: Jun 06, 2022 |
#R1#
Rua connects with a crisp jab. #CUT2#It looks like Ivarr DeBoneless has been cut.
Rua connects with a body shot.
Rua lands a nice leg kick that just misses DeBoneless's sensitive parts.
DeBoneless takes one to the side of the head.
Rua with a jab.
Rua pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A decent looking cross lands there for Rua.
Rua scores with a kick to the midsection.
Rua connects with a quick right hand that sends DeBoneless tumbling backwards onto the canvas! As his head bounces into the ropes, it doesn't look good for him beating the count! 3,4,5,6,7 and he's up! No, he's back down again! This one is all over - the referee has called off the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Wanderlei Rua!
During a confident post fight interview, Wanderlei Rua thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
Slavic FL 23
Date: Apr 16, 2022 |
#R1#
Kyrvänsyylä misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kyrvänsyylä feints a jab promting Rua to slip. Kyrvänsyylä then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Rua slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.#CUT#It looks like Wanderlei Rua has been cut.
Kyrvänsyylä looks to land a left hand but Rua moved out of range nicely.
A swing and a miss from Rua.
As Rua looks to move away, Kyrvänsyylä throws a big counter combo but Rua just gets out of the way.
The crowd cheers as Rua lands an impressive looking overhand right. Kyrvänsyylä doesn't seem phased though.
Rua attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Rua looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Wanderlei Rua seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rua throws the left hand but Kyrvänsyylä avoids the punch easily.
Rua misses with a looping left.
It looked like Kyrvänsyylä was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Rua misses with a body shot.
Kyrvänsyylä lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Rua circles away quickly and effectively.
Rua's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Kyrvänsyylä connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Rua scrambles back to his feet.
Rua lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rua turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Kyrvänsyylä misses with a two punch combination.
Rua rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Kyrvänsyylä moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#T1#
Jab by Rua.
Rua jabs Kyrvänsyylä right on the nose. Kyrvänsyylä blinks but takes it well.
Kyrvänsyylä moves away from the strike by Rua.
Kyrvänsyylä throws a right and a left that both miss.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Rua checks a leg kick.
Rua jabs at Kyrvänsyylä's body.#KD2#
Rua sends Kyrvänsyylä crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Rua is motioning to the referee to let Kyrvänsyylä up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!#ROC2#Kyrvänsyylä is rocked!
Kyrvänsyylä looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rua fakes the leg kick and throws a superman punch. It's knocked Kyrvänsyylä out cold! Brutal finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Superman Punch). Wanderlei Rua!
Wanderlei Rua decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
Slavic FL 20
Date: Mar 28, 2022 |
#R1#
Kleen with a poor takedown
and Rua counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CUT2#It looks like John Kleen has been cut.#KD2#
Rua bobbing and weaving well here. And he's unloaded with a massive right hand that drops Kleen! He dives into his guard looking to finish!
Rua stands and throws Kleen's legs to the side, diving into side control.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rua works to advance to full mount. Kleen defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. #SU2#
Rua stands up from the dominant position, so we're back on the feet. #KD2#
Rua waves his right hand out in front of him, looking to distract Kleen. Oh, he's unloaded a beast of a left hand - it worked! He's dropped Kleen to the canvas! Can he finish him!?
#CUT2#John Kleen's cut is getting worse.#SUB#
Kleen working for submissions but it's allowed Rua to get to half guard.
Kleen trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Rua manages to pass to mount!
Kleen is in all sorts of trouble here.
Rua looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#T1#
Rua looking to control and managing it successfully.
Kleen is looking to get to half guard.
Rua tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Kleen tries to buck Rua off but Rua takes his back!
Rua keeps control of the position easily here as Kleen tries to buck him off.
Rua's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Rua is continuing to stall.#T2#
Kleen looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Rua has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Kleen's body.
#T3#
I really don't envy Kleen right now.
Rua is riding his opponent, not letting Kleen buck him off.
Kleen trying to control the action but Rua just sinks the hooks in.
Kleen might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Kleen is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Kleen just trying to survive but Rua is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
I would not like to be Kleen right now.
The adventures of Rua the control monster continue. Boring.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Wanderlei Rua dominated that round.
The cut man is working on John Kleen's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Rua darts in and out, connecting with a jab. #KD2#
Rua moves into range and throws a big uppercut. OH! Kleen goes down! Can Rua finish him!?#ROC2#Kleen is rocked!#CUT2#John Kleen's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Rua stays in close to Kleen's body and controls the position.
Oh Kleen is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Rua stops Kleen from standing up. #SUB#
Kleen had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Rua defends it easily.
Kleen seems to have got his legs back now.
Rua pushes down on Kleen's leg and manages to get into half guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rua takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Kleen wants to improve his position but Rua is controlling well.
#T1#
Kleen trying to control here.
Rua with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Kleen looks to clinch
and Rua counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Wanderlei Rua is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Rua's corner calls for a 1-2. Rua obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #CUT2#Jeez, John Kleen's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at John Kleen's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:22 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Wanderlei Rua!
A very excited looking Wanderlei Rua 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:
Slavic FL 15: #fckPutin
Date: Mar 10, 2022 |
#R1#
A combination from Pimba does no damage. #CL2#
Pimba tries to keep at a distance but Rua has taken the fight into the clinch.
Rua softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.#CUT2#It looks like Javier Pimba has been cut.
Pimba wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Rua scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Rua lands a nice uppercut.
Rua lands a hook that snaps the head of Pimba backwards.
Pimba takes a shot to the head.
Rua cracks Pimba with a nice body shot.
Rua looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Pimba is breathing heavily.
A nice left hand lands by Rua.
Pimba being controlled against the ropes.
Rua stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rua lands a left hand that snaps the head of Pimba backwards.
Rua keeps control of Pimba as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Rua working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Rua lands a hook that snaps the head of Pimba backwards. #T1#
Rua lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Rua lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Nice body punch from Rua - that landed with a thud.
Nice body punch from Rua - that landed with a thud.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Rua.
Rua cracks Pimba with a nice body shot.
Rua looking to throw knees to the head but Pimba is blocking nicely.
Nice body punch from Rua.
A short right from Rua on the inside. #CUT2#Javier Pimba's cut is getting worse.
Rua lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
Rua scores with a shot to the side of Pimba's head.
Rua lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
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!
Pimba takes a shot to the head.
Rua scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Rua taking a breather.
A hook to the body from Rua.
#T2#
Rua lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Pimba backwards.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Rua. #CUT2#Javier Pimba's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Rua lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Pimba or not.
Rua lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Pimba.
Rua lands with a left to the head.
Rua lands a body shot in the clinch.
Rua is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
A short right from Rua on the inside.
A hook to the body from Rua.
Rua lands with a short head shot on the inside. #ROC2#Pimba is rocked!
Rua lands with a right to the head.
Oh Pimba is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Rua scores with a shot to the side of Pimba's head.
Rua lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Rua working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#CUT2#Jeez, Javier Pimba's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
Rua creates a bit of distance and cracks Pimba with a massive left hook! Pimba crumples out of camera shot, completely unconscious! He's been Nelmarked! Rua stares at him for a moment then struts over to his corner, victorious.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Wanderlei Rua!
Wanderlei Rua thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
GFC 23 -
Date: Dec 18, 2021 |
#R1#
Kable just misses with a punch to the body.
Kable jabs at Rua's body.
Kable throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
A telegraphed right hand from Rua misses the target.
Kable changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Rua misses with a hook. Kable ducked under it nicely.
Kable staying out of range there.
Rua has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
A jab from Rua misses.
Jab by Rua.
Kable seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Rua misses with a head kick.
Rua missing with a left hand there. Kable was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kable steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Rua.
Kable looks to land a right hand but Rua moved out of range.
Kable just misses with a punch to the body.
Rua tries to clinch
and Kable counters with a three punch combo that has Rua backing up. Rua nods at Kable to acknowledge the strikes.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rua 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.
#CUT2#It looks like Demo Kable has been cut.
Kable throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Kable is looking to wear down Rua with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Kable throws a hook to the side of Rua's head but Rua sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T1#
Rua misses with a hook
and Kable connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CUT#It looks like Wanderlei Rua has been cut.
Kable misses with an uppercut.
Rua jabs at Kable's body.
Rua moves out of range as Kable strikes.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kable. Rua does a little dance to reset his feet.
Rua lands with a thumping leg kick.
A big left from Rua misses.
Rua slips a straight right by Kable.
Rua missing with a left hand there. Kable was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Rua works Kable's body with a nice hook.
Kable with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Kable connects with a crisp jab.
Rua thuds a left hand into Kable's body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rua connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Kable misses with a right hand
and Rua connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#T2#
Kable wants to break the clinch but can't.
Rua makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Kable cracks Rua with a nice body shot.
Rua misses with an elbow strike.
Rua working aggressively here.
Rua using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Kable has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Rua pushes Kable back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Rua tries to land a knee to the head but Kable blocks with his arms.
Rua lands a right hand that snaps the head of Kable backwards.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rua.
Rua throws a punch but it's blocked by Kable.
Kable blocking some punches.
Rua misses with a short punch on the inside.
Rua tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Rua lands a hook to the side of the head.
Rua content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Kable is trying to force a seperation but Rua has the dominant position.#BC#
Kable breaks from the clinch.
#T3#
Kable moves out of range as Rua strikes.
Rua tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Kable connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Nice uppercut there from Kable.
Kable lands a two punch combo.
Kable fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Rua dodges the punch combination from Kable.
Rua ducks under a wild hook from Kable.
Rua throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A slow jab from Kable misses its intended target.
Rua thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kable takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Kable swings and misses with a hook to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rua throws a right hand that misses
and Kable counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CUT#That has opened up Wanderlei Rua's cut even more.#T4#
Rua throws a lazy uppercut
and Kable counters with a series of strikes. Rua will be more careful next time no doubt.
Kable misses with the combination.
Kable misses with a hook to the body
and Rua counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kable throws a series of punches but Rua moves out of range.
Kable misses with a body shot.
Kable takes a swing at Rua's ribcage but misses.
Rua scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Kable tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rua was well out of range. Poor timing from Kable.
Rua throws a hook but Kable avoids it easily.#CL2#
Rua has Kable up against the cage in a clinch.
Rua lands an uppercut.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Rua pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Kable tries a body shot but Rua blocks it.
Rua misses with some punches.
Rua 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 Wanderlei Rua will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
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#
Kable with a nice cross.
Rua throws a leg kick but Kable checks it.
Kable stalks Rua and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Rua's face. Rua staggers backwards, shaken.
Kable connects with a nice looking jab.
#CUT#The cut above Wanderlei Rua's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Kable fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Rua looks to throw the jab but Kable is out of range.
Rua lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Kable at a distance.
Kable lands with a good body shot.
Kable misses with a left hand
letting Rua counter with a right hand.
Rua stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rua ducks under a wild hook from Kable.
Rua connects with a body shot.
Kable looks to score with a jab to the body but Rua is just out of range.
Rua swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kable throws a big shot that misses.
Kable throws out a loose jab but Rua uses good head movement to avoid it. #T1#
Kable with a jab.
Kable throws a left and a right that both miss
and Rua cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#KD2#
Rua drops Kable with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Kable looks back up at him and smiles so Rua waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.
#ROC2#Kable is rocked!#CUT2#Demo Kable's cut is getting worse.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Rua missing with a left hand there. Kable was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kable defending well as Rua loads up on a big left hand.
An attempted straight right counter from Kable misses the target.
Kable throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Rua sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Rua fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Kable looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rua lands a nice shot to the body.
Rua throws out a loose jab but Kable uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kable ducks under a wild hook from Rua.
Kable looks to score with a jab to the body but Rua is just out of range.
Kable takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Rua tries a head kick but it misses.
Rua throws a jab when Kable was well out of range.
Rua pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kable throws a big shot that misses.#T2#
A telegraphed right hand from Rua misses the target.
Rua lands a slapping body shot.
Kable takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Kable lands with a good body shot.
Kable lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Rua changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Rua punishes Kable's body with a nice straight punch.
Kable takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Rua waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kable.
A counter left hand to the body from Kable misses its target.#CL2#
Rua gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Kable blocks a body shot from Rua.
Wanderlei Rua seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Rua lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Kable.
A nice right hand lands inside from Rua.
Kable has a couple of punches blocked by Rua.
Rua taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Rua throws a head punch that misses. #T3#
A short uppercut from Rua.
Kable takes a shot to the head.
Rua misses with a hook to the ribs.
Rua lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Rua tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Rua tries to throw a body punch but Kable avoids it by throwing Rua back against the cage.
Rua lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Rua has a couple of punches blocked by Kable.
Rua struggles to land a body shot inside as Kable controls his hands.
Rua misses with a short punch on the inside.
Rua scores with a shot to the side of Kable's head.
A right hook to the body lands for Rua.
Rua lands a right hand that snaps the head of Kable backwards.
Rua doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Rua.
Rua presses Kable against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Rua lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Kable backwards. #CUT2#Demo Kable's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.#T4#
Rua lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Rua.
Rua lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Rua pushes Kable back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Rua misses with a punch to the body.
Kable has had enough of the clinch but Rua keeps him there for the moment.
Still in the clinch, Rua scores with a nice short uppercut.
Rua pushes Kable back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Rua throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Kables head.
Rua will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Kable up against the cage.
Nice body punch from Rua.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Rua throws a head punch that misses.
Kable misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kable has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Rua misses with some punches.
Kable blocks an uppercut.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Wanderlei Rua showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
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.#R3#
Kable fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rua manages to avoid it.
Kable misses with a jab, cross combination.
Donk. Kable catches Rua right on the button with a cross.
Donk. Rua catches Kable right on the button with a cross.
Rua takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
A slow jab from Rua misses its intended target.
Rua digs a good body shot into Kable's ribs.
Rua throws an overhand right that lands on Kable's shoulder, as Kable tries to avoid the shot.
Kable ducks right into an uppercut from Rua.
Rua misses with a looping left.
Rua moves away from the strike by Kable.
A countering left hand to the body from Rua misses.
Kable scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rua changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Kable takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Rua misses with an uppercut. Kable saw that one coming.
Rua ducks under a wild hook from Kable.
It seemed like Rua was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1#
Kable loads up on a big right hand but Rua slips the punch.#KD2#
Rua sends Kable crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Rua is motioning to the referee to let Kable up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!
Kable throws a series of punches but Rua moves out of range.
Kable sets himself, and Rua steps forward looking for the clinch! Kable avoids it this time.
Rua swings and misses with a hook to the body.
An attempted straight right counter from Kable misses the target.
Kable misses with a body shot.
Kable's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Rua connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Kable scrambles back to his feet.
Rua connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Oh Kable is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#CUT2#Jeez, Demo Kable's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A decent looking cross lands there for Kable.
Kable waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Rua.
Kable seems to have got his legs back now.
Rua jabs at Kable's body.#KD2#
Rua lands a big uppercut and Kable crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Kable looks OK. Rua waves Kable back to his feet!
Rua finds Kable's off switch, with a big overhand right that connects perfectly to the side of the head! Kable flops back against the cage, eyes gazing into the distance. Rua lands an unnecessary shot before the referee has time to step in and end the fight. Brutal stuff but I'm sure Kable will be OK.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:52 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Wanderlei Rua!
Wanderlei Rua is the new heavyweight champion!
Wanderlei Rua thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
GFC 15 - Armando vs. Jammer
Date: Oct 23, 2021 |
#R1#
Rua connects with a good right hand that stumbles Fisticuffs. Fisticuffs circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
An inside leg kick from Rua misses.
Fisticuffs throwing a counter right hand but Rua manages to avoid it.
Rua waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Fisticuffs.
Fisticuffs fails with an attempt to clinch.
Rua connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.#KD2#
Rua sends Fisticuffs crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Rua is motioning to the referee to let Fisticuffs up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!#ROC2#Fisticuffs is rocked!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rua scores with a body shot.
Fisticuffs tries to clinch up but Rua circles away and keeps his distance.
Fisticuffs looks to throw the jab but Rua is out of range.
Fisticuffs misses with a right hand
and Rua rattles Fisticuffs with a well-timed uppercut counter. - Fisticuffs tries to back away and recover but his hands are down low and he gets tagged again, sending him stumbling down to the canvas. Rua dives in after him and quickly finishes the job with a trio of brutal punches, leaving Fisticuffs stiff and motionless on the mat!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Wanderlei Rua!
During a confident post fight interview, Wanderlei Rua thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
GFC 10 - Ten Fold
Date: Sep 18, 2021 |
#R1#
Wife misses with a left hand
and Rua counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CUT2#It looks like Second Wife has been cut.
Wife misses with a looping left.
Wife misses with a head kick.
Rua appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Rua waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Wife.
Rua just misses with a punch to the body.
Wife scores with a jab.
Wife throws a combination that misses
and Rua counters with a slapping leg kick.
Wife swings and misses with a hook to the body.
#CL#
Wife has closed the distance and engaged Rua in a clinch.
#BC2#
Rua escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Wife keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Rua.
Rua throws a lazy uppercut
and Wife counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Wife ducks under a wild hook from Rua.
Rua throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Rua looks to land a left hand but Wife moved out of range nicely.
Rua throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Wife takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Rua is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Wife.#CUT#It looks like Wanderlei Rua has been cut.
Rua thows a left - swing and a miss!
A cross from Rua lands.#T1#
Wife uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Rua.
Rua throws a big shot that misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Wife misses the target.
Rua lands a really nice looking cross but Wife seems unphased.
Rua throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Wife ducks under a wild hook from Rua.
Wife throws a left and a right that both miss
and Rua counters with a straight right hand.
Rua misses with a jab, cross combination.
Wife connects with a good right hand that stumbles Rua. Rua circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Rua misses with a hook
and Wife counters with a stiff right hand.
Rua tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Wife is able to avoid easily.
Wife defending well as Rua loads up on a big left hand.
Wife throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Rua misses with a looping left.
Wife defending well as Rua loads up on a big left hand.
Rua throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Rua misses with a right hand
and Wife connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
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!
Wife ducks under a wild hook from Rua.#T2#
A jab lands there for Rua.#CUT2#Second Wife's cut is getting worse.
Rua throws a leg kick but Wife moved away.
Rua fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Wife manages to avoid it.
Wife was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Wife throws a left and a right that both miss
and Rua counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Wife misses with a wild combination.
Rua looks to score with a jab to the body but Wife is just out of range.
Rua swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Rua misses with a looping left.
A little feinted left hand from Wife on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Wife swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Rua misses with a straight right.
Wife misses with a body kick.
Wife wants to clinch but Rua slips to the side
enabling Rua to counter with a crisp jab.
A slow jab from Wife misses its intended target.
Rua feints a counter leg kick.
Rua dodges the punch combination from Wife.
Wife thows a leg kick but Rua checks it
and Rua counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CUT2#Second Wife's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Second Wife seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T3#
Wife jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Rua swings widly with a right hand
enabling Wife to counter with a crisp jab. #CUT#That has opened up Wanderlei Rua's cut even more.
Rua misses with an uppercut. Wife saw that one coming.
It looked like Wife was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.#CL#
Wife drives through and clinches with Rua against the cage.
#BC2#
Rua's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Rua throws a lazy right hand but Wife sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Rua has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.#CL#
Wife moves into the clinch successfully.
Wife lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Rua swings away with an uppercut that misses.
I was talking to Wife's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Rua misses with the head strike.
Wife has a couple of punches blocked by Rua.
Rua swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Rua is looking to break free of the clinch but Wife has double underhooks.
Wife misses with a punch to the body.
Rua blocking some punches.
Rua wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Rua blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A nice right hand lands inside from Wife.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Rua.
Rua misses with a punch to the body.
#T4#
Wife swings away with an uppercut that misses.
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!
Rua struggles to land a body shot inside as Wife controls his hands.
Wife fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Rua is trying to force a seperation but Wife has the dominant position.
Rua's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Wife scores with a shoulder strike.
Rua blocking some punches.
Rua has a couple of punches blocked by Wife.
#BC2#
Rua pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Wife looks to land a combination but Rua avoids it well.
Rua catches Wife with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#KD2#
Rua lands a big uppercut and Wife crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Wife looks OK. Rua waves Wife back to his feet!#ROC2#Wife is rocked!#CUT2#Jeez, Second Wife's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Second Wife's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Wanderlei Rua!
After winning the bout, Wanderlei Rua thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
GFC 7 - Summer Flame
Date: Aug 21, 2021 |
#R1#
Rua connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Groot's hands.#CUT2#It looks like Im Groot has been cut.
Groot looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Groot is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Rua walks into a jab.
Groot takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Rua throws a jab when Groot was well out of range.
Groot half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Groot slips a straight right by Rua.
A combination from Groot does no damage.
Rua uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Groot.
Groot takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Rua connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#CUT2#Im Groot's cut is getting worse.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rua connects with a crisp jab.
Rua moves in close and cracks Groot with a massive right hand! Groot, frozen momentarily in time, tumbles to the canvas, already out cold! A brutal knockout by Rua!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Wanderlei Rua!
After winning the bout, Wanderlei Rua thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
TWGC 34 (265+lbs, D4): Finals - Round 2
Date: Jul 09, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; Wanderlei Rua! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 0 losses; Katelynn Arby!
The judges for this bout are Radbod Blank, Paulsen Ambrosius and Albert Achterberg.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Rua clinches. #TD#
Rua wants the takedown. Arby is fighting it off but Rua persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Arby's guard against the cage. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Rua (2) vs (0) Arby
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Rua avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Arby being controlled here, momentarily. #SUB2#
Arby is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Rua defends well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rua's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T1##SUB2#
Arby has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Rua can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Rua trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Rua stays in close to Arby's body and controls the position.
Arby is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T2#
Rua is looking to pass into half guard but Arby pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Arby is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rua (2) vs (2) Arby
Arby wants to pass the guard but Rua is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Arby has gone for a leg lock! Rua slips out almost immediately though and dives into Arby's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rua (4) vs (2) Arby
Rua's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Arby is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Arby tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Rua looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T3##SUB2#
Arby is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rua sitting in guard here, content to control.
Rua wants to pass the guard but Arby is keeping the position.
Rua controls from within his opponent's guard. #T4#
Arby keeping full guard, as Rua tries to pass.
Rua is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Rua looking to pass the guard.
Rua pushes down on Arby's leg and manages to get into half guard.#T5#
Rua trying to pass the guard but Arby defending well.
Arby gets full guard.
Arby bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Rua's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rua (4) vs (4) Arby#SUB2#
Arby is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Rua seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #T6##SUB2#
Arby drops back looking for a submission - "I'm sorry sir, but I'm gunna break your leg" says Arby as he cranks on the unfortunate limb! Rua screams and taps out before any major damage is done! Don't mess with Arby! Nice submission victory there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 6:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Katelynn Arby! |
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Event:
TWGC 34 (265+lbs, D4): Finals - Round 1
Date: Jul 08, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Wanderlei Rua! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; James Crazyhorse!
The judges for this bout are Nard Betker, Albert Achterberg and Patrick Alders.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Rua gets a takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Rua (2) vs (0) Crazyhorse
Rua is thwarting Crazyhorse's attempts to control the position.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Rua trying to pass the guard but Crazyhorse defending well.
Rua trying to control the pace.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rua tries to pass the half guard into mount. Crazyhorse knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #T1#
Rua looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Rua has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
This is a sustained period of stalling by Rua.
Rua seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Crazyhorse for as long as he can get away with.#T2#
Crazyhorse is looking to control Rua's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Crazyhorse avoid being mounted?
Rua is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Rua moves into full mount! Crazyhorse won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Rua (5) vs (0) Crazyhorse#T3#
Rua looking to control and managing it successfully.
Rua continues to stall.
Crazyhorse is wriggling around trying to escape.
Rua takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Rua'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.#T4#
Rua is looking to work his way around to Crazyhorse's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Rua controlling his opponent.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T5#
Rua wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Rua controlling from the full mount. #T6#
Rua continues to hold on tight.
Crazyhorse is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Rua controlling the pace for now.
Rua wants to take his opponent's back but Crazyhorse doesn't allow it. #T7#
Rua controlling from the full mount.
Crazyhorse is desperately trying to improve his position but Rua has a good base and remains in mount.#T8#
Rua controlling his opponent. #SUB#
Rua goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Crazyhorse turns into him and now he's in Rua's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rua (5) vs (2) Crazyhorse
Crazyhorse being controlled here momentarily.
Rua is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rua (7) vs (2) Crazyhorse#T9#
Rua is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T10#
Rua wants to free his trapped foot but Crazyhorse is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Rua perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #T11#
Crazyhorse is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Rua is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Rua is pressing down on Crazyhorse's thigh, looking to free his foot. Crazyhorse is holding on for now.
Crazyhorse is trying to control but can't.
Rua controlling the action here.
More hug and hope from Rua.#T12#
Crazyhorse tries to get to full guard but Rua has control of the leg.
Crazyhorse is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.
Rua sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T13#
Further stalling from Rua.
The fighters are battling for position here. Crazyhorse manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Crazyhorse keeping full guard, as Rua tries to pass.
Crazyhorse seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Rua controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T14#
If it seems like I'm not saying a lot, it's just because Rua is stinking the place up with his stalling.
Rua is pushing down on Crazyhorse's leg trying to pass to half guard. Crazyhorse is fighting to maintain full guard but Rua has managed to sneak the leg through.
Rua slows the pace down in half guard.
Crazyhorse trying to control here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rua takes the fight on points by 7 to 2. |
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Event:
TWGC 34 (265+lbs, D4): Tokyo Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Jun 29, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Mike Kerr! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Wanderlei Rua!
The judges for this bout are Tatsuya Matsuyama, Yuuki Gou and Sosuke Kotani.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL2#
Rua closes the distance and clinches.
Kerr is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Rua pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Rua stops a takedown attempt from Kerr.
#TD2#
Rua has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Kerr clear over his head and slammed him to the mat! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Kerr (0) vs (4) Rua
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Kerr trying to control the hands but Rua breaks the grip.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kerr is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rua's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T1#
It looks like Rua might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Kerr tries to roll but Rua sticks to his back.
Rua controls the position.#T2#
Kerr is keeping busy.
I would not like to be Kerr right now.
Kerr trying to control the action but Rua just sinks the hooks in.
Rua has good solid back control here. #T3#
Kerr tries to escape the position.
Kerr trying to control the position but Rua manages to sink in the hooks.
Rua has good solid back control here. #T4#
Rua is not going to allow Kerr to sit and survive in this position.
Rua doesn't have the hooks in and Kerr manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kerr (2) vs (4) Rua
Kerr stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Rua swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Rua is trying to control the position but Kerr postures up.
Rua wants to sweep but no luck.
Rua has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Kerr has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Kerr (5) vs (4) Rua#T5#
Rua tries to bench press Kerr off him but Kerr keeps the position.
Kerr controlling the position.
Rua gets back to half guard.
Kerr is pressing down on Rua's thigh, looking to free his foot. Rua is holding on for now.
Rua wants to control but Kerr is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T6#
Rua gets back to full guard.
Rua wants to sweep here but Kerr controlling him for the moment.
Rua pulls Kerr in to control the position.
Kerr trying to control the position from guard on top but Rua is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T7#
Kerr preventing the sweep.
Rua is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Kerr trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Rua is adopting a defensive guard.
Let's hope that Rua has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#T8#
Rua bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Kerr's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kerr (5) vs (6) Rua
Kerr tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Rua stands and throws Kerr's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Kerr (5) vs (9) Rua
Kerr can't do much from the bottom here.
A lull in the action here.#T9#
Kerr is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Rua tries to advance to mount but Kerr denies him.
Rua working away.
Rua advances nicely into full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Kerr (5) vs (11) Rua#T10#
Rua controlling the position easily from mount.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rua seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Kerr is holding on tight.
#T11#
Rua looking to control but Kerr is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Rua controlling the pace for now.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Rua.
Rua trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Rua takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Rua fails to take his opponent's back. #T12#
Kerr is just holding on here. Rua manages to take his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Kerr (5) vs (14) Rua
Kerr could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Rua tries to keep control of the position but Kerr is staying busy.
Rua is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Rua tries to get the hooks in deep but Kerr pushed the leg off. #T13#
Kerr tries to break free.
Rua just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Yet more stalling tactics from Rua.
Kerr tries to escape but Rua has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
#T14#
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Rua wins on points by 14 to 5. |
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Event:
TWGC 33 (265lbs, D4): Helsinki Qualifier - Round 1
Date: May 10, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Joaquin Ortega! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Wanderlei Rua!
The judges for this bout are Matti Vanhoillinen, Anni Minnemäki and Johanna Lukiainen.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Rua looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#CL2#
Rua moves into the clinch.#TD2#
Rua successfully pulls guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ortega won't allow Rua to sweep him here. #SUB#
Ortega thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Ortega stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Rua swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Ortega is working hard here to advance position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ortega trying to control but Rua is working from the bottom. #T1#
Rua is pulling down on Ortega's head to control his posture.
Ortega stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Rua swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Ortega drops back looking for a leg! Rua is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Rua manages to kick Ortega off! Ortega jumps back into Rua's guard. #SUB#
Ortega thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Rua is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Let's hope that Rua has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ortega trying to control the position from guard on top but Rua is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
Ortega sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Rua's guard. #SUB#
Ortega seems to be working for a kimura but Rua defends the submission attempt.
Rua is looking for a sweep. Ortega is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Ortega is trying for a kimura here. Rua looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Ortega wins by kimura!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Joaquin Ortega! |
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