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Event:
Highland 79
Date: Jul 15, 2021 |
#R1##CL2#
Daskalakis has closed the distance and engaged Shields in a clinch.
Shields tries for a takedown. No joy.
Shields tries for a takedown. No joy.
Shields goes for a takedown in the clinch but Daskalakis prevents it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Calvin Shields. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Daskalakis tries to land a knee to the head but Shields blocks with his arms.
Daskalakis is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Nice elbow from Daskalakis. #CUT2#It looks like Calvin Shields has been cut.
Shields takes an elbow to the temple.
Daskalakis misses with a knee to the head.
Shields is trying to drag Daskalakis to the mat but Daskalakis just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.#TD2#
Daskalakis has Shields pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Daskalakis pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Shields tumbling to the mat - Daskalakis dives into Shields's guard.
Daskalakis must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Daskalakis passes Shields's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Shields wants to control but Daskalakis is keeping busy.
Daskalakis is looking to take a break and control but Shields is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T1#
Shields regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Daskalakis.
Shields utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Daskalakis throws a big right hand that misses.
Shields looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Shields on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Shields tries to get out of the position.
Daskalakis working some strikes from top position.
Daskalakis missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Daskalakis throws a big elbow that misses.
Shields tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Daskalakis throws a big elbow that misses.
Daskalakis throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Shields works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T2#
Daskalakis throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Shields pulls Daskalakis in to control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Shields is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Daskalakis won't allow Shields to sweep him here. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#CL2#
Daskalakis clinches up with Shields and pushes him back against the cage.
A body shot lands from Daskalakis.
Shields takes an elbow to the forehead.
Daskalakis trying to land knees to the body.
Shields looking for a takedown.
Daskalakis gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Shields.
Daskalakis lands a damaging elbow.
Daskalakis lands an elbow just above Shields 's eye.
Daskalakis utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Shields is trying to drag Daskalakis to the mat but Daskalakis just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Shields is breathing heavily.#T3#
A body shot lands from Daskalakis.
Shields is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Daskalakis is defending well.
Shields wants a takedown but no success here.
Shields wants a takedown but no success here.
Shields wants to take the fight to the mat but Daskalakis manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Daskalakis gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Shields.
Daskalakis comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Daskalakis creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Shields's defenses.
Shields wants a takedown.
Daskalakis lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Daskalakis lands an elbow that stopped Shields in his tracks for a moment. #CUT2#Calvin Shields's cut is getting worse.
Shields tries for a takedown. No joy.
Daskalakis lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
A right handed body shot lands from Daskalakis.
Daskalakis landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Daskalakis lands an elbow inside.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Daskalakis lands a good knee to the midsection. Shields won't want to take too many of those.#T4#
Daskalakis lands a left hand.
Daskalakis lands with a light punch inside. #TD2#
Daskalakis lands a takedown into guard.
Daskalakis stays in close to Shields's body and controls the position.
Daskalakis throwing strikes but missing.
Shields keeping moving, preventing Daskalakis from controlling successfully.
Daskalakis sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Daskalakis working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Daskalakis distracts Shields with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Caligola Daskalakis dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Calvin Shields's cut.
That's time! Shields's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Daskalakis doesn't manage to clinch there - Shields circles away.
The fight stays on the outside here - Daskalakis looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#CL2#
Daskalakis closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Shields tries to score a body lock takedown but Daskalakis shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Daskalakis has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Shields has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Daskalakis avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Daskalakis lands a damaging elbow.
Daskalakis trying to land knees to the body.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Daskalakis.
Shields can't get the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Calvin Shields. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Shields tries for a takedown. No joy.
Daskalakis lands an elbow inside that Shields shrugs off.
Daskalakis gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Shields.
Daskalakis lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shields is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Daskalakis pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Caligola Daskalakis seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Daskalakis lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Daskalakis softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#ROC2#Shields is rocked!#CUT2#Calvin Shields's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Shields tries to score a body lock takedown but Daskalakis shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Daskalakis misses with a short punch on the inside.
Daskalakis lands an elbow that stopped Shields in his tracks for a moment.
Oh Shields is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#T1#
Shields avoids the elbow strike from Daskalakis, against the cage.
Daskalakis lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Daskalakis has Shields pressed against the cage. He pushes Shields back and as he springs towards him off the cage, Daskalakis throws a beautiful elbow that sends Shields crashing to the floor! Daskalakis piles on the pressure with more strikes! Shields is flailing away but he's not defending himself and the referee steps in to stop the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:13 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Caligola Daskalakis!
Caligola Daskalakis 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:
Highland 59
Date: Jun 06, 2021 |
#R1##CL2#
Daskalakis moves into the clinch.
Shields dodges an elbow strike from Daskalakis.
Shields has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Daskalakis avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Daskalakis lands a glancing elbow in the clinch. #CUT2#It looks like Calvin Shields has been cut.
Daskalakis throws an elbow but it misses.
Shields wants a takedown but no success here.
Shields takes an elbow to the temple.
Shields blocks a body shot from Daskalakis.
Daskalakis throws an elbow that misses.
Daskalakis tries a body shot but Shields blocks it.
Shields goes for a takedown in the clinch but Daskalakis prevents it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Calvin Shields. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Shields is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Shields is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Daskalakis comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Daskalakis misses with a punch on the inside.
Daskalakis creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Shields's defenses.
Daskalakis gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head. #TD#
Shields works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Daskalakis avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Daskalakis 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.
Shields's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T1#
Shields lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Shields throws a big right hand that misses.
Daskalakis 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.
Daskalakis is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Daskalakis looking to hit a scissor sweep but Shields is one step ahead there. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Daskalakis being controlled here, momentarily. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#CL2#
Daskalakis closes the distance and clinches.
Daskalakis stops a takedown attempt from Shields.
Shields is trying to drag Daskalakis to the mat but Daskalakis just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Daskalakis lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Shields has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Daskalakis is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Daskalakis creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Shields's defenses.
Shields has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Daskalakis after a bit of a struggle.
Nice elbow from Daskalakis.
Daskalakis lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Shields changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Daskalakis fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Daskalakis wants to clinch up but Shields keeps it at a distance.#T3##TD#
Shields throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Daskalakis tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Shields is in Daskalakis's guard.
Shields throws an elbow that misses. Daskalakis uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Shields's guard. Nice move by Daskalakis!#REVB#
Daskalakis trying to control the position from guard on top but Shields is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Shields wants to sweep here but Daskalakis controlling him for the moment.
Shields preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Daskalakis throws a strike but Shields rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Daskalakis is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Daskalakis thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #T4#
Daskalakis winds up and cracks Shields with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Daskalakis looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Shields with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Daskalakis thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
We've been informed that Daskalakis has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Shields on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Shields tries to get out of the position.
Daskalakis missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Ground and pound from Daskalakis.
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!
Shields avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Daskalakis.
Daskalakis tries to pass to full mount but Shields defends it.
Daskalakis missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Daskalakis throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Daskalakis looks to land a strike but Shields avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
Daskalakis is working Shields over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Shields is pulling down on Daskalakis's head. It's preventing any offense from Daskalakis, at least for the moment.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Caligola Daskalakis dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Calvin Shields's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2##TD#
Shields manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Daskalakis on his heels. He'll look to pass Daskalakis's guard now, I'm sure.
Daskalakis looking to hit a scissor sweep but Shields is one step ahead there.
Shields wants to control from the top but Daskalakis keeps moving.
Daskalakis tries to land a sweep but no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shields postures up in Daskalakis's guard and throws a big left but Daskalakis blocks it.
Daskalakis keeping moving, preventing Shields from controlling successfully.
Shields controlling from the top position.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.#T1#
Daskalakis lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Calvin Shields overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Daskalakis trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Daskalakis throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Shields works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Daskalakis wants to control from the top but Shields keeps moving.
Shields manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Daskalakis manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Daskalakis keeping moving, preventing Shields from controlling successfully. #T2#
Daskalakis wants to sweep but no luck.
Shields throwing strikes from guard but Daskalakis blocks nicely.
Daskalakis 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.
Shields trying to control but Daskalakis is working from the bottom.
Daskalakis tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T3#
Shields works over Daskalakis with some ground and pound from guard.
Shields scoring with punches to the head and body.
Shields content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Shields wants to control from the top but Daskalakis keeps moving.
Shields controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD#
Shields scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Shields wants to lay and pray for a moment but Daskalakis keeps working.
Daskalakis is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T4#
Shields trying to control the position but Daskalakis is working away.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Daskalakis tries to improve position but can't.
Daskalakis defending against the ground and pound.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Shields working the ground and pound from side control.
Daskalakis is looking for a sweep.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Calvin Shields dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Calvin Shields's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Shields shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Daskalakis pinned against the cage. Daskalakis gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Shields fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Daskalakis avoids it really well and circles away.#CL2#
Daskalakis closes the distance and clinches.
Daskalakis gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Shields is looking for a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Calvin Shields. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Daskalakis comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Shields blocks an elbow strike from Daskalakis.
Shields has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Daskalakis avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Shields takes an elbow to the forehead. #CUT2#Calvin Shields's cut is getting worse.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shields is working for takedown but Daskalakis is calmly controlling the position for now.
Daskalakis tries to throw a body punch but Shields avoids it by throwing Daskalakis back against the cage.
Daskalakis lands a nice elbow.
Shields goes for a takedown in the clinch but Daskalakis prevents it.
Shields tries for a takedown but Daskalakis manages to get underhooks.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Daskalakis. #T1#
Daskalakis scores with a shot to the side of Shields's head.
Daskalakis lands a nice elbow from the clinch. #CUT2#Calvin Shields's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Daskalakis lands an elbow that stopped Shields in his tracks for a moment.
Daskalakis lands an elbow inside.
Daskalakis lands an elbow just above Shields 's eye.
Shields drops down looking for an ankle pick but Daskalakis pulls his leg out and moves away.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#CL2#
Daskalakis moves into range and clinches up with Shields.
Daskalakis creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Shields is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Daskalakis gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Daskalakis gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head. #CUT2#Jeez, Calvin Shields's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
Shields takes an elbow to the temple.
Shields takes an elbow to the temple. #ROC2#Shields is rocked!
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Calvin Shields's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:51 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Caligola Daskalakis!
A victorious Caligola Daskalakis thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
Highland 49
Date: May 21, 2021 |
#R1##CL#
Diaz rushes Shields and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Diaz stops a takedown attempt from Shields.
#TD#
Diaz has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Shields uses from the top position. #SUB#
Diaz throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Shields is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#SUB#
Diaz working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Shields doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Shields manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Diaz definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shields cracks Diaz with a solid left hand.
Diaz wants to sweep but no luck. #T1#
Shields scoring with some ground and pound.
Shields 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.
Diaz looking to hit a scissor sweep but Shields is one step ahead there.
Shields postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Shields wants to control from the top but Diaz keeps moving.
Shields with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Shields controlling from the top position.
Shields throwing strikes from guard but Diaz blocks nicely.
Shields stands up over Diaz, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Shields really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Diaz. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Diaz wants to sweep here but Shields controlling him for the moment. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Shields shoots in looking for a takedown but Diaz manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Shields's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.#TD2#
Shields scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Shields thows a huge punch but Diaz dodges it nicely.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Shields is looking to take a break and control but Diaz is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Diaz wants to improve his position but Shields is controlling well.
Diaz wants to control but Shields is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Diaz wants to get back to full guard.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Shields is taking a breather. Diaz says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Diaz slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Good standup being displayed there by Diaz as he connects with a hook.#T4#
Shields shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Diaz as he jumps to the side.
Noel Diaz has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Calvin Shields.#TD2#
Shields shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Diaz napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Shields just content to control the position.
Diaz managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Shields.
Shields looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Diaz is avoiding damage well.
Diaz wants to control but Shields postures up.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Check out the look on Shields's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Diaz is not content to let Shields control the position.
Shields looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Diaz is avoiding damage well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Calvin Shields dominated that round.
That's time! Diaz's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2##TD2#
Shields shoots in and gets a takedown into Diaz's guard.
Shields engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Shields postures up and lands a big shot to Diaz's brow.
Shields must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Shields postures up in Diaz's guard and throws a big left but Diaz blocks it.
Shields wants to control from the top but Diaz keeps moving. #SUB#
Diaz looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shields postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #T1#
Diaz manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Shields manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Diaz really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Shields is controlling Diaz's posture.
Diaz stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Shields swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Diaz looking to sit in guard and control but Shields gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Shields lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#T2#
Diaz controls Shields momentarily but Shields frees himself.
Shields throwing strikes from guard but Diaz blocks nicely.
Diaz controls Shields momentarily but Shields frees himself. #SUB#
Diaz is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Shields lands a couple of digs.#T3#
Shields distracts Diaz with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Shields wants to control from the top but Diaz keeps moving.
Diaz has Shields pulled in close to control his posture. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#TD2#
Shields shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Diaz's guard.
Shields loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Shields connects with a couple of short punches.#T4#
Shields chips away with some ground and pound.#SUB#
Diaz has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Shields can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Shields looking to sit in guard and control but Diaz gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Shields pulls Diaz in close to prevent any damage.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Calvin Shields showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R3#
Shields fails with the takedown.
Shields dives in for a single leg takedown but Diaz sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Calvin Shields seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Diaz is looking to clinch. #TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Shields.
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.
You can see the frustration on Diaz's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Shields trying to control the action but Diaz is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shields is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position. #T1#
The ground and pound from Shields seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Shields wants to control but Diaz is keeping him busy.
Diaz sneaks back into half guard.
Diaz is looking for a sweep. Shields is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Shields wants to take a breather but Diaz is having none of it.
Shields working Diaz over with strikes. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Shields lands with a punch from half guard.
Shields not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Shields is looking to take a break and control but Diaz is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Shields is defended easily by Diaz.
Noel Diaz has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Calvin Shields.#TD2#
Shields throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Diaz tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Shields is in Diaz's guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Diaz is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Diaz trying to control but Shields is working from the bottom. #T3#
Diaz content to stall in guard here.
Shields bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Diaz's guard. #REVB#
Shields working some strikes from top position.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Shields distracts Diaz with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Shields trying to control the position from guard on top but Diaz is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Diaz has momentary wrist control but Shields slips an elbow through the middle.
Shields slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Diaz is trying to control the position but Shields postures up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Diaz looking for a guillotine here but Shields defends easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Calvin Shields really dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R4##TD2#
Shields shoots in and gets a takedown into Diaz's guard.
Diaz looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Shields stands up over Diaz, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Diaz bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Shields's guard. #REVR#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Diaz stands and throws Shields's legs to the side, diving into side control.
You can see the frustration on Shields's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T1#
Diaz advances nicely into full mount.
Shields looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back!#SUB#
Diaz is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Shields has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Shields is really stuck here.
#T2#
Diaz biding his time, looking for the opening.
Diaz'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.
Diaz tries to keep control of the position but Shields is staying busy.
Shields trying to control but not successfully. #SUB#
Diaz is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
#T3#
I really don't envy Shields right now.
Shields really must keep his cool here. He's controlling one of Diaz's hands and whilst he does that, he's got a chance of escaping the position.
Shields is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Diaz off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
Diaz tries to keep control of the position but Shields is staying busy.
Shields wants to escape the position.
#SUB#
Diaz working for the choke. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Shields is really stuck here.
Diaz trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant 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.
Diaz tries to get the hooks in deep but Shields pushed the leg off.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Noel Diaz had his way with Calvin Shields in that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R5#
Shields doesn't succeed with the takedown#CL#
and Diaz counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Diaz. #TD#
Diaz jumps guard.
Shields looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB#
Diaz throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Diaz looking for a triangle here. Shields is fighting it but it looks tight! Diaz pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Shields is tapping out - this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 5, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Noel Diaz!
Noel Diaz retains his featherweight title!
In his post fight interview, Noel Diaz started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception. |
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Event:
Highland 41
Date: May 10, 2021 |
#R1#
Shields has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Khan.
Shields lands a nice looking body shot.
Khan has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.#TD#
Shields bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Check out the look on Shields's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Shields lands an elbow.
Shields in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Khan on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Shields in side control lands a decent elbow.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Khan wants to get back to his feet.
Shields working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Khan taking a bit of punishment here - Shields scoring with strikes.
Shields working the ground and pound.
Shields cracks Khan with a big elbow. #T1#
Khan is holding Shields down, trying to stall.
Khan takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Shields cracks Khan with a big right hand but Khan just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Shields slows the pace down.
Khan is looking to reverse the position.
Khan taking a bit of punishment here - Shields scoring with strikes.
Shields has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Shields cracks Khan with a big right hand but Khan just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Shields in side control lands a decent elbow.
Shields working the body and head with strikes.
Khan really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Shields. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Shields working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
#T2#
Shields has knee on belly and moves into mount.
Shields tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Khan is bucking up trying to escape but Shields cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Shields avoids the attempt from Khan to control.
Shields lands a big shot there that rocks Khan but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Shields controlling the pace for now.
Shields lands a nice shot to the head.
Shields sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T3#
Shields looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
A nice elbow there by Shields.
Shields looking to control and managing it successfully.
Shields scoring with strikes but Khan is staying in there.
Khan is bucking up trying to escape but Shields cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Shields controlling from mount.
Shields lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
#ROC#Khan is rocked!
Shields postures up and lands a whopping elbow - oh that's hurt Khan bigstyle! Two more strikes land for Shields and the fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Calvin Shields! |
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Event:
Highland 31
Date: Apr 26, 2021 |
#R1#
No luck with that takedown attempt from Shields.
Waters avoids the body shot from Shields.
Shields lands a right hook to the body.
Nice takedown defense from Waters. No joy for Shields on that attempt.
Shields misses with a telegraphed body shot
#CL2#
and Waters moves into the clinch.
Shields's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Shields goes for a takedown in the clinch but Waters prevents it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Calvin Shields. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Shields wants to take the fight to the mat but Waters manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Waters.
Shields is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Waters gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Waters scores with a shot to the side of Shields's head.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Waters.
Waters digs a right hand into Shields's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Shields's gas tank.
Shields is looking for a takedown.
Waters misses with a short punch on the inside.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Waters creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Waters misses with a hook from the clinch.
Waters has a couple of punches blocked by Shields.
Waters lands an uppercut.
Shields is looking to take this one to the mat.#T1#
A head punch on the inside from Waters fails to land.
Waters lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Waters scores with a shot to the side of Shields's head.
A short left from Waters.
Waters lands with a short shot to the head.
Shields tries for a takedown but Waters manages to get underhooks.
Shields blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Nice body punch from Waters - that landed with a thud.
Waters lands a right hand that snaps the head of Shields backwards.
Waters pushes Shields back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Shields tries to score a body lock takedown but Waters shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Shields takes a shot to the head.
Shields wants a takedown.
Shields is breathing heavily.
Waters lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Shields backwards.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Waters lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Waters digs a right hand underneath Shields's ribcage. Shields let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Waters scores with a shot to the side of Shields's head.
Waters scores with a shot to the side of Shields's head.
Waters gets through Shields's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Waters lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Shields wants to take the fight to the mat but Waters manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Waters scores with a shoulder strike.
Waters lands a left hand that snaps the head of Shields backwards. #T2#
Waters working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Waters lands with a left to the head.
Waters lands a right hand.
Waters working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Waters scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Waters makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Waters gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Shields.
Waters working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Waters gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Shields.
Waters throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Shieldss head.
Waters lands with a left to the head.
Waters stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Shields is trying to drag Waters to the mat but Waters just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Waters lands a hook that snaps the head of Shields backwards.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Waters creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #ROC2#Shields is rocked!
Waters misses with the head strike.
Oh Shields is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#T3#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Shields.
Waters working aggressively here.
Waters throws a punch but it's blocked by Shields.
Shields seems to have got his legs back now.
Waters throws a head punch that misses.
Waters lands with a left to the head.
Waters prevents a takedown attempt there.
Waters lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Waters has a couple of punches blocked by Shields.
A hook to the body from Waters.
Waters lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Waters gets through Shields's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Waters lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Waters lands with a short shot to the head.
Waters swings wildly with an uppercut but Shields uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nice body punch from Waters.
Waters gets underhooks to prevent Shields's takedown attempt.
Shields has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Waters after a bit of a struggle.
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!
Waters lands a nice uppercut.
Shields is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Waters gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Waters lands a shoulder strike.
Waters lands a left hand.
Waters lands a left hand that snaps the head of Shields backwards. #T4#
Waters misses with the head strike.
Waters is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Waters lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Shields backwards.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Waters.
Waters misses with a punch on the inside.
Waters lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Shields backwards.
Waters is defending well against a takedown attempt.
We've been informed that Waters has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Waters lands a body shot.
Waters pushes Shields back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Shields has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Waters after a bit of a struggle.
Waters lands a hook to the side of the head.
Waters lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Waters lands a body shot.
Shields drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Waters gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Waters lands a nice uppercut.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Shields is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Waters gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Shields's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Waters lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Shields backwards.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Waters creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Waters prevents a takedown attempt there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Walter Waters dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Shields shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Waters but Waters pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Shields shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Waters but Waters pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Shields fails with the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Calvin Shields. That's going to take a lot out of him.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Shields.
Shields throws an off balance right hand
and Waters counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Shields fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Waters is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Shields looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shields moves out of range of the strikes.
Shields thuds a left hand into Waters's body.
Shields closes this distance looking for a takedown but Waters circles away.
Waters tries to close the distance and clinch but Shields swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Waters fails with an attempt to clinch.
#T1#
Shields throws the left hand but Waters avoids the punch easily.#TD#
Shields shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Waters's guard.
Shields postures up in Waters's guard and throws a big left but Waters blocks it.
Waters can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Shields controls the pace.
Waters is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Shields is controlling him.
Waters keeping moving, preventing Shields from controlling successfully.
Shields postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Shields is stalling in the full guard. #T2#
Shields working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Waters stuffs the takedown attempt from Shields. Shields gets slowly back to his feet. #TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Shields.
Waters tries to wriggle free to get back to his feet but he's given up his back! Oops.
Shields has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#T3#
Shields lands punches and elbows.
Can Waters hold on?! Shields is landing more strikes to his hapless foe.
Waters tries to escape the position.
Shields missing with punches from the back.
Shields punches the canvas rather than the man. #T4#
Shields punches Waters on the ear.
Shields scores with punches and elbows.
Shields scores with punches to the body.
Shields connects with a series of strikes and the referee is calling for Waters to escape the position.
Shields is riding his opponent, not letting Waters buck him off.
Waters has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Shields scores with punches and elbows.
Shields punishes Waters with strikes from the back mount.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Calvin Shields dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Shields misses with a looping left.
Shields shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Waters pinned against the cage. Waters gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Shields fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Calvin Shields seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Waters stuffs the takedown attempt from Shields. Shields gets slowly back to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Calvin Shields. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Shields shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Waters is refusing to be controlled, as Shields sits in half guard.
Shields controlling the action here.
Calvin Shields overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T1#
Shields'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.
Shields thows a huge punch but Waters dodges it nicely.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Waters keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Shields throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Shields lands strikes from half guard.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Shields wants to pass the guard but Waters is defending well.
Shields throwing shots but Waters is blocking nicely.
Shields takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Shields is controlling the pace.
Shields seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Waters does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Shields is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Shields seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Waters does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T3#
Shields scores with a nice right hand.
Shields shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Waters as he jumps to the side.
Waters is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Shields with a body shot.
Waters scores with a jab. Shields acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Walter Waters seems to be getting the better of the standup.#TD#
Shields bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Shields working the head with strikes.
Shields is looking to take a break and control but Waters is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Shields content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though. #T4#
Waters really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Shields. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Shields is looking to take a break and control but Waters is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Shields slows the pace down.
And that's the end of the fight!
Calvin Shields showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Shields 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 Peter Branson scores the fight 28:28
Judge Michael Johnstone scores the fight 28:28
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 28:28
The fight is ruled a draw! |
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Event:
Highland 18
Date: Apr 05, 2021 |
#R1#
Shields dives in and grabs Turner's left leg, looking for a takedown. Turner pushes down on Shields's head and hops out.
Shields looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Shields looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
BH Turner has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Calvin Shields.
Turner slaps away a takedown attempt from Shields, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Turner appears to be looking for a big counter.
Turner stuffs the takedown.
Turner lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Shields has a takedown stuffed.#TD2#
Shields shoots in and gets a takedown into Turner's guard.
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.
Turner controls Shields momentarily but Shields frees himself.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shields works over Turner with some ground and pound from guard.
Shields loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Shields controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T1##SUB#
Shields got a little sloppy there for a moment and Turner has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Shields has managed to get both his arms back between Turner's legs - danger averted.
Shields with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Shields scoring with some ground and pound.
Turner is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Shields with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Shields works over Turner with some ground and pound from guard.
Shields controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Shields is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Shields stays in close to Turner's body and controls the position.
Shields chips away with some ground and pound.
Shields with a nice head shot there.
Shields lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Shields is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Turner looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.#SUB#
Turner looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Shields scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Shields works over Turner with some ground and pound from guard.#T3#
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Shields's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #ROC2#Turner is rocked!
Shields is in close to Turner's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Oh Turner is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Shields postures up from his opponent's guard, before exploding into some vicious ground and pound! Turner covers up, he's hurt! Shields keeps throwing the strikes, glancing at the referee... Will he stop it?? One more big shot from Shields and the ref steps in to end the fight! Shields can't hide his delight as he celebrates with his corner.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Calvin Shields!
In defeat, BH Turner stepped up to the mic, saying 'shit happens'. |
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Event:
CoMMA 1: Blyat vs Jesus
Date: Feb 26, 2021 |
#R1#
Noriega fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Noriega shoots in looking for a takedown but Shields manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Noriega's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Calvin Shields seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD#
Noriega closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Shields to the mat! Shields manages to get full guard.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Shields can do anything to dispel that myth.
Noriega trying to control but Shields is working from the bottom.
Shields wants to sweep here but Noriega controlling him for the moment.
Shields is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Shields keeping moving, preventing Noriega from controlling successfully.
Noriega won't allow Shields to sweep him here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Noriega drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Noriega jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #T1#
Shields looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Shields being controlled here, momentarily.
Shields manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Noriega manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB##SUB#
Shields got a little sloppy there for a moment and Noriega has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Shields has managed to get both his arms back between Noriega's legs - danger averted.
Shields works over Noriega with some ground and pound from guard.
Shields not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Shields lands a couple of elbows.#T2#
Shields lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Shields with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Shields keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Noriega's head.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Noriega being controlled here, momentarily.
Shields makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#SUB#
Noriega is looking for a triangle but Shields pushes his legs off easily.
Shields is working Noriega over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Shields distracts Noriega with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Shields's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Shields sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T3#
Shields content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Noriega keeping moving, preventing Shields from controlling successfully.
Shields controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SUB#
Noriega working for a triangle but Shields defends it easily.
#SUB#
Noriega working for a triangle but Shields defends it easily.
#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Shields lands a couple of elbows.
Shields is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Shields trying to control the position from guard on top but Noriega is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Noriega working for a triangle but Shields defends it easily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Noriega is trying to control the position but Shields postures up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Calvin Shields dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2##TD2#
Shields bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Shields working the head and body with strikes.
Noriega is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Shields working the ground and pound.
Noriega regains half guard.
Noriega is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Shields scores with a couple of nice shots.
Noriega is looking for a sweep. Shields is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Noriega trying to control but Shields postures up.
Shields has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Shields moves into full mount! Noriega won't be happy about that!
Shields putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
Shields breaks from Noriega's wrist control and lands an elbow.
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!
Noriega is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Shields has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Noriega's face.
#T1#
Noriega wants to hold on but Shields pushes him away.
Shields trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Shields working away from the top, dropping strikes.
Noriega is bucking up trying to escape but Shields cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Shields raining down shots from the mount!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Shields in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
#ROC2#Noriega is rocked!#CUT2#It looks like Rodrigo Noriega has been cut.
Shields looking to finish Noriega with some ground and pound. This is bad for Noriega!
Oh Noriega is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!#CUT2#Rodrigo Noriega's cut is getting worse.
Shields sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Shields has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Noriega's face.
Shields is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Noriega seems to have got his legs back now.#T2#
Shields pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Shields raining down shots from the mount!
Shields postures up and lands a whopping elbow - oh that's hurt Noriega bigstyle! Two more strikes land for Shields and the fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:29 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Calvin Shields! |
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