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Event:
SMASH: Hasselhoff vs Dennison
Date: Jun 17, 2023 |
#R1# Mcgee lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt. Chavaski fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#CL2# Mcgee drives through and clinches with Chavaski against the cage.
Chavaski wants a takedown but no success here.
#BC2# Mcgee breaks from the clinch.
Mcgee looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Chavaski shoots in but no luck this time. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Remi Chavaski. That's going to take a lot out of him. Some wild striking there from Mcgee.
#T1# Mcgee lands a two punch combo.
Mcgee stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Mcgee wants it to stay on the feet. Chavaski looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. Mcgee misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Chavaski.
Chavaski is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Mcgee.#CL# Chavaski pushes Mcgee up against the cage in a clinch.#TD# Chavaski wants the takedown. Mcgee is fighting it off but Chavaski persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Mcgee's guard against the cage. Mcgee has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Chavaski off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Mcgee lands a jab-cross combination. #T2# Mcgee throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Mcgee throws a sloppy head kick and Chavaski moves out of range easily. Mcgee stalks Chavaski and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Chavaski's face. Chavaski staggers backwards, shaken. Mcgee throws an overhand right that lands on Chavaski's shoulder, as Chavaski tries to avoid the shot. Mcgee lands a slapping body shot.
Chavaski shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Mcgee as he jumps to the side. Mcgee is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two. Chavaski shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Mcgee as he avoids it easily. Mcgee throws a counter combo.#T3# Mcgee tries to bum rush Chavaski with a series of wild strikes but Chavaski uses good footwork to avoid the assault. Mcgee misses with a series of wild punches.
Chavaski shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Mcgee as he jumps to the side. Chavaski wants to clinch.#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. Mcgee misses with a lunging right hand
#TD# and Chavaski decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Mcgee'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. Mcgee is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Chavaski is controlling him. #ES2# Mcgee has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Chavaski off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds. Chavaski shoots in looking for a takedown. Mcgee tries to sprawl out of it but Chavaski keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Mcgee manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. Mcgee unleashes a big counter combination but Chavaski bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.#CL2# The fight moves into the clinch position. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Rockwell Mcgee dominated that 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.#R2# Chavaski tries to clinch up but Mcgee circles away and keeps his distance. Chavaski avoids a punch combination nicely.
Chavaski gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily and Mcgee counters with a lovely straight right hand! Mcgee swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Chavaski attempts a counter takedown but Mcgee avoids it well and moves away. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Mcgee shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Chavaski eats them both and turns towards Mcgee to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.#TD# Chavaski throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Mcgee was covering up waiting for the punch and Chavaski finishes the takedown easily into guard. Mcgee is looking to stand back up but Chavaski counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Mcgee. #T1##ES2# Mcgee pushes Chavaski off and gets back to his feet. Mcgee fails to land with a series of punches.
Mcgee misses with a looping right. Mcgee has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Chavaski wants to clinch and Mcgee connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Chavaski takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Rockwell Mcgee is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Mcgee throws a leg kick #TD# and Chavaski counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. #T2# The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB# Chavaski is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Chavaski tries to pass to full mount but Mcgee defends it. Mcgee is looking to escape. Chavaski trying to control from half guard but Mcgee is working away. #ES2# Mcgee has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Chavaski is on him like a limpet, forcing Mcgee back against the cage.#TD# Chavaski pulls Mcgee into guard.
#SU2# Mcgee stands and steps away. Chavaski gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game. Chavaski with a poor takedown and Mcgee counters with a flying knee. Nice. Rockwell Mcgee seems to be getting the better of the standup. Mcgee lands a jab to the head.
No joy there for Mcgee, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Chavaski swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.#T3# Mcgee stuns Chavaski with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range. Chavaski misses with a takedown attempt and Mcgee counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Remi Chavaski. That's going to take a lot out of him. Sloppy strikes from Mcgee. Those never looked like landing. As Mcgee tries to get set, Chavaski tries to push him back and clinch up but Mcgee manages to avoid the attempt.#CL2# Mcgee moves into range and clinches up with Chavaski. Mcgee misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Mcgee misses with a knee to the head. Chavaski working aggressively here.
Mcgee pushes Chavaski back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Chavaski wants a takedown.
Mcgee working Chavaski over with knees to the body. Mcgee lands a body punch. #TD# Chavaski has hold of one of Mcgee's legs. Mcgee is fighting the takedown attempt but Chavaski gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Chavaski prevents Mcgee from getting back to his feet. #T4##ES2# Mcgee uses the cage to get back to his feet.
#CL2# Mcgee closes the distance and pushes Chavaski back into the cage.#BC2# Mcgee breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Mcgee misses with a few strikes there.
Mcgee fails with an attempt to clinch.
Chavaski throwing a counter right hand but Mcgee manages to avoid it.#TD# Chavaski closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Mcgee did well to prevent Chavaski getting side control. Mcgee wants to get back to his feet. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Rockwell Mcgee showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3# Chavaski darts in looking for a takedown but Mcgee gets double underhooks and turns Chavaski into the cage. Mcgee connects with a knee to the head.
Chavaski avoiding damage as Mcgee throws knees to the body.
Chavaski drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Mcgee has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight. Mcgee landing knees to the head.
Mcgee gets underhooks to prevent Chavaski's takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Remi Chavaski. That's going to take a lot out of him. Mcgee lands with a short head shot on the inside. A short left from Mcgee. Mcgee using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Chavaski changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Mcgee fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Mcgee throws out a loose jab but Chavaski uses good head movement to avoid it. Chavaski half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Mcgee tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Chavaski appears to be looking for a counter takedown. Chavaski avoids a punch combination nicely.
#T1# Chavaski throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Mcgee's waist but Mcgee gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Chavaski off to one side. Mcgee throws a series of punches but Chavaski avoids them all with ease. Rockwell Mcgee is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Mcgee swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Chavaski appears to be looking for a counter takedown. Mcgee moves in looking to clinch but Chavaski pushes him off. Chavaski shoots for a double leg takedown but Mcgee sprawls well. He's pushed Chavaski's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. Chavaski tries to clinch and Mcgee makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.#T2##CL2# Mcgee closes the distance and clinches. Mcgee scores with a shoulder strike. Chavaski prevents a body shot from Mcgee. Mcgee scores with an uppercut up the middle. Mcgee lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. Mcgee lands a left hand that snaps the head of Chavaski backwards. Chavaski misses with a body punch.
Chavaski takes a knee to the side of the body. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Mcgee misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Chavaski.
Chavaski is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Mcgee is keeping busy. A right hand to the body from Mcgee.
Mcgee has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Chavaski seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Mcgee can turn it around. Both fighters are breathing heavily. Chavaski is working for takedown but Mcgee is calmly controlling the position for now. Chavaski jumps guard but Mcgee stands there with Chavaski around his waist. Chavaski gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Mcgee lands with a short shot to the head. Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Mcgee obliges. Rockwell Mcgee is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T3# Mcgee lands a knee to the head.
#BC2# Mcgee pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Chavaski tries for a takedown but Mcgee sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily. Mcgee feints and then cracks Chavaski's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Chavaski down. Remi Chavaski has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Chavaski is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Mcgee. Chavaski shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Mcgee sprawls well. Mcgee wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Chavaski gets slowly back to his feet. Chavaski blocks a head kick by Mcgee.
Chavaski attempts a counter takedown but Mcgee avoids it well and moves away.#T4# Chavaski waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Mcgee. Mcgee slaps away a takedown attempt from Chavaski, before circling back to the center of the mat. The crowd cheers as Mcgee lands an impressive looking overhand right. Chavaski doesn't seem phased though. Mcgee misses with a right hand #TD# and Chavaski counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Mcgee pushes Chavaski off looking to stand but Chavaski dives back in and keeps control.
And that's the end of the fight! Rockwell Mcgee comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. Well Mcgee has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Summer Carpenter scores the fight 26:30 Judge Darius Henderson scores the fight 27:30 Judge Ben Watson scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Rockwell Mcgee! Rockwell Mcgee took some time post fight to say the following; 'I’ve got something to say to my wife: Wash them toes, baby, ‘cause daddy’s comin’ home!'. |
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Event:
SMASH: Chavaski vs Sam
Date: May 14, 2023 |
#R1# Sam wants to clinch up but Chavaski keeps it at a distance. Sam closes the distance but Chavaski moves to the side #TD# and Chavaski counters with a takedown into side control. Sam is looking to regain half guard here but Chavaski keeps moving and retains side control. Sam being controlled for a moment. Sam tries to buck Chavaski off but Chavaski is having none of it. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Sam wants to control but Chavaski postures up. Chavaski wants to take a breather but Sam manages to regain guard - a lesson learnt for Chavaski. Chavaski wants to control from the top but Sam keeps moving. #T1##SUB2# Sam is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Sam keeping moving, preventing Chavaski from controlling successfully. Chavaski passes easily into side control. Nice work. Chavaski trying to control the position but Sam is working away. Sam sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard. Sam is refusing to be controlled, as Chavaski sits in half guard. Sam is looking to control Chavaski's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Sam avoid being mounted?#T2##SUB# Chavaski is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Sam is just riding it out for now. Chavaski eventually gives up the hold. Sam manages to get to full guard.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now. Chavaski stopping the sweep attempt from Sam.#SUB2# Sam working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Chavaski doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Chavaski manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. Chavaski wants to pass the guard but Sam is keeping the position.#T3##SUB2# Chavaski got a little sloppy there for a moment and Sam has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Chavaski has managed to get both his arms back between Sam's legs - danger averted. Chavaski looking to sit in guard and control but Sam gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB# Sam postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. Sam 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. Sam wants to control from the top but Chavaski keeps moving. #SUB2# Sam postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Chavaski is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Sam, into his guard. #REVR# Chavaski wants to control from the top but Sam keeps moving. #T4# Chavaski advances position into side control! Sam is trying to improve his position. Chavaski trying to control the action but Sam is working from the bottom. #SUB# Chavaski is trying to get an arm triangle but Sam is defending well. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB# Chavaski is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Sam is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Remi Chavaski will probably get the nod. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2# Sam throws a head kick but Chavaski moves out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Chavaski on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. Sam misses with an uppercut. Chavaski saw that one coming. Chavaski tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Sam manages to circle out of the way. Sam tries to close the distance and clinch up but Chavaski swats him away and circles back towards the center. Chavaski tries to counter with a takedown but Sam is quick to defend against it. A head kick by Sam misses #TD# and Chavaski counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. Sam is staying active underneath Chavaski, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB# Chavaski is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Sam wants to improve his position but Chavaski is controlling well.
Sam moves into full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Chavaski trying to control the position from guard on top but Sam is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Chavaski looking to pass the guard. #T1# Sam trying to keep a closed guard but Chavaski is proving a slippery customer.
Sam looking to hit a scissor sweep but Chavaski is one step ahead there. Chavaski advances position into side control! Sam is not content to let Chavaski control the position. #T2# There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action. Sam wants to control but Chavaski postures up. Chavaski wants to control but Sam is keeping him busy. Sam manages to get back to half guard. Chavaski wants to lay and pray for a moment but Sam keeps working. Sam makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Sam. Sam lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB##T3# Sam looking to control the position here, rather than advance. Sam working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. Sam is looking to pass into half guard but Chavaski pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Chavaski is in guard.#REVR# Chavaski preventing the sweep. Chavaski slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. Chavaski wants to pass the guard but Sam is keeping the position.#T4# A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB2# Chavaski has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Sam to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Chavaski is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Sam pulls down on the head and he's put Chavaski to sleep! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:25 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Sambo Sam! Sambo Sam really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Un-Kaged Nutrition logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty. |
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Event:
SMASH: Lomax vs Nascimento
Date: Apr 22, 2023 |
#R1# Chavaski tries for a takedown but Mcgee sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily. Mcgee throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Chavaski on the side of the head. Chavaski moves in looking to clinch but Mcgee pushes him off. Chavaski has been working on his balance at Chuckles Strenght and Conditioning, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Mcgee. Mcgee throws a hook but Chavaski avoids it easily. Chavaski appears to be looking for a counter takedown. Rockwell Mcgee seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Mcgee falls off balance throwing a combination
#TD# and Chavaski counters with a nice double leg into half guard. Mcgee scrambles, trying to get to his feet, but Chavaski manages to mount him!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Mcgee tries to buck Chavaski off but he can't manage it. Chavaski controlling the position easily from mount. Chavaski trying to control but Mcgee is having none of it. #SUB# Chavaski moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Mcgee has worked his arm free - good work by Mcgee!
#T1# Mcgee is trying to get back to his feet. Chavaski is looking to take a break and control but Mcgee is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB# Chavaski wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Mcgee, who protects the arm well. Mcgee 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. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Chavaski just content to control the position. #T2# My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer. Chavaski is looking to take a break and control but Mcgee is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB# Chavaski thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. Chavaski trying to control the position but Mcgee is working away. #SUB# Chavaski is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Mcgee knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. Mcgee wants to get back to his feet.#T3##SUB# Chavaski looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. Chavaski is looking to take a break and control but Mcgee is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. Mcgee tries to escape but Chavaski is in control. It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup. Chavaski takes a little break here. Mcgee wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.#REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. Mcgee lands with a nice body punch. Chavaski walks into a left hand. #T4# Mcgee tries to close the distance and clinch but Chavaski swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. Mcgee scores with a one two! Chavaski had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes. Chavaski shoots in and drives through. Mcgee sprawls well. Mcgee misses with a double jab
#CL# and Chavaski holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch. Chavaski changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Mcgee fights it off and pushes away nicely.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Remi Chavaski. That's going to take a lot out of him. Mcgee's corner calls for a 1-2. Mcgee obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #CL2# Mcgee rushes Chavaski and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Mcgee digs a right hand underneath Chavaski's ribcage. Chavaski let out a lung full of air as it connected. Chavaski swings away with an uppercut that misses.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Mcgee is defending well against a takedown attempt. A right hand to the body from Mcgee.
Chavaski is breathing heavily.#BC2# Mcgee breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Mcgee lands a jab to Chavaski's midsection. Chavaski keeps the fight on the outside. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Rockwell Mcgee dominated that round. That's time! Back to the action!#R2# Mcgee swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Chavaski attempts a counter takedown but Mcgee avoids it well and moves away.#CL2# Mcgee clinches with his opponent.
#BC2# Mcgee pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL2# Mcgee moves into the clinch successfully.
#BC2# Mcgee manages to break the clinch.
Mcgee is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two. Mcgee scores with a sloppy right hand. Chavaski should have avoided that one. A left lands for Mcgee. Mcgee lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook. #CL2# Mcgee gets in close and instigates a clinch. Chavaski struggles to land a body shot inside as Mcgee controls his hands.
#TD# Chavaski works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Mcgee keeping moving, preventing Chavaski from controlling successfully. Mcgee is looking to stand up but Chavaski isn't so interested in that idea. #T1##ES2# Mcgee pushes Chavaski off and gets back to his feet.
Mcgee tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Chavaski was well out of range. Poor timing from Mcgee. Mcgee misses with an uppercut
#TD# and Chavaski counters with a nice double leg into guard. Mcgee keeping full guard, as Chavaski tries to pass. Chavaski trying to control the position from guard on top but Mcgee is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Chavaski stops Mcgee from standing up. Chavaski stays in close to Mcgee's body and controls the position. Remi Chavaski overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T2# Chavaski trying to control but Mcgee is working from the bottom. Chavaski stops Mcgee from standing up. Chavaski advances position into side control! Mcgee is trying to buck Chavaski off.#SUB# Chavaski goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Mcgee rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Chavaski's guard! Nice work there by Mcgee! Mcgee has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Mcgee wants to stand and escape but instead Chavaski has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVR# We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Mcgee wants to stand up but Chavaski is controlling him. #T3# Chavaski trying to control but Mcgee is working from the bottom. Chavaski 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. Mcgee keeping moving, preventing Chavaski from controlling successfully. Mcgee wants to stand up but Chavaski is controlling him. #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. Chavaski is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. Chavaski trying to control but Mcgee is working from the bottom. Chavaski forces his way into half guard. Chavaski takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position. Chavaski prevents Mcgee from standing back up.
#SUB# Mcgee is pushing off trying to get to his feet. Chavaski has hold of the leg though and he's dropped back for a heel hook… has he got it?? YES! Mcgee is tapping! This fight is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Heel Hook). Remi Chavaski! Remi Chavaski was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed. |
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Event:
SMASH: Sasaki vs Lomax
Date: Mar 18, 2023 |
#R1##CL2# Chavaski gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#TD# Victor manages to pull guard.
Chavaski trying to control but Victor is working from the bottom. Victor trying to keep a closed guard but Chavaski is proving a slippery customer.
#SUB# Victor is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Chavaski is aware though and is defending well. Victor keeping moving, preventing Chavaski from controlling successfully. Victor looking for a sweep. Not yet Victor, not yet. Victor keeping moving, preventing Chavaski from controlling successfully. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Victor is trying to keep Chavaski in close.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Victor keeping moving, preventing Chavaski from controlling successfully. #T1##SUB# Victor is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Chavaski is aware though and is defending well. Victor 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. Chavaski trying to control the position from guard on top but Victor is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Chavaski stands and throws Victor's legs to the side, diving into side control. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2# Chavaski swings around for an armbar but Victor sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Chavaski's guard. Victor slips nicely into half guard. Victor works his foot free and advances to mount. #T2# Victor looking to take Chavaski's back but Chavaski rolls and after a scramble, Chavaski ends up on top in guard. Nice escape there from Chavaski to escape a tricky position. #SUB2# Chavaski drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Victor dives on top into guard.#REVR# Victor trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Victor passes into half guard. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Victor passes to side control. You can see the frustration on Chavaski's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T3##SUB# Victor working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB# Victor is trying to get an arm triangle but Chavaski is defending well. Chavaski gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! #SUB# Victor goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Chavaski turns into him and now he's in Victor's guard.
Victor bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Chavaski's guard. #REVR##T4# Victor tries to free his leg and advance position but Chavaski is retaining full guard. Chavaski tries to land a sweep but no joy. Chavaski can't keep his opponent in guard - Victor advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #SUB2# Chavaski looking for submissions off his back.#SUB# Victor is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Victor wants to pass the guard but Chavaski is defending well. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Victor works his way into side control. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Caio Victor dominated that round. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2# Victor takes a swing at Chavaski's ribcage but misses. Victor throws out a loose jab but Chavaski uses good head movement to avoid it. Chavaski tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away. Chavaski staying out of range there. Chavaski on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Chavaski shoots in for a takedown but Victor shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet. Victor attempts a counter takedown but Chavaski avoids it well and moves away. Chavaski is trying hard to land a takedown here. Victor sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. #TD2# Chavaski closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Chavaski wants to take a breather but Victor is having none of it. Chavaski is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully. Caio Victor overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB2# Chavaski is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Victor doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Chavaski. #T1# Chavaski wants to lay and pray for a moment but Victor keeps working. Victor is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Chavaski can do to turn this around? Victor keeping hold of Chavaski's head, controlling as best he can. Victor wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2# Chavaski is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB# Victor looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T2# 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. Victor moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard. Victor is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent. Victor keeping full guard, as Chavaski tries to pass. Victor 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. Victor bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Chavaski's guard. #REVR##T3# Victor stopping the sweep attempt from Chavaski. Chavaski keeping full guard, as Victor tries to pass. Victor is working hard here to advance position. Chavaski bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Victor's guard. #REVB##SUB2# Chavaski drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Victor dives on top into guard.#REVR# Chavaski looking for a sweep. Not yet Chavaski, not yet. Chavaski can't keep his opponent in guard - Victor advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. Victor is looking to advance position but Chavaski won't allow it. Victor wants to advance to full mount but Chavaski doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead. #T4# Victor postures up.
Chavaski keeping full guard, as Victor tries to pass. Chavaski working a defensive guard here.
Victor tries to free his leg and advance position but Chavaski is retaining full guard. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2# Chavaski is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Victor stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Chavaski swivels though and keeps the full guard. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Caio Victor dominated that second round. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3# Victor throws a hook to the side of Chavaski's head but Chavaski sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Victor throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#TD2# Chavaski closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Victor's guard.#SUB# Victor is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. Chavaski is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. Victor keeping moving, preventing Chavaski from controlling successfully. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Chavaski looking to sit in guard and control but Victor gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR# Chavaski is pulling down on Victor's head. It's preventing any offense from Victor, at least for the moment.#T1# Victor trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Victor passes Chavaski's right leg, so he's now in half guard. Victor is looking to advance position but Chavaski won't allow it. Chavaski is looking for a sweep. Victor is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. Remi Chavaski has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Victor wants to advance to full mount but Chavaski doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead. Victor passes easily into side control. Nice work.#SUB# Victor tries for a kimura but Chavaski is defending well. #T2# Chavaski tries to get back to half guard but can't. Chavaski prevents Victor from moving into mount. #SUB# Victor goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Chavaski has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Victor but great work by Chavaski. Victor is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Chavaski's leg. He's managed it. Nice work. Chavaski trying to mount his opponent but Victor defends it. Chavaski trying to control from half guard but Victor is working away. #T3# Victor is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. Chavaski is pressing down on Victor's thigh, looking to free his foot. Victor is holding on for now. #SUB2# Chavaski is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Victor is just riding it out for now. Chavaski eventually gives up the hold. Victor works his way to full guard. Good work. Chavaski trying to control but Victor is working from the bottom. #T4# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd. Victor has his hands on Chavaski's head, controlling the position. #SUB2# Chavaski drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Victor manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Chavaski has Victor in his guard.#REVR# Victor looking to pass the guard. Caio Victor is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Victor slips nicely into half guard.
And that's the end of the fight! Caio Victor showed his dominance in that final round. Well I reckon that's a shut out for Victor, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Topper Green scores the fight 30:27 Judge Winston Howard scores the fight 30:27 Judge Steve Erwin scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Caio Victor! Caio Victor made sure to mention his sponsor, PWNAGE Elite in his post fight interview. |
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Event:
SMASH: Kowalkiewicz vs Edmonds
Date: Feb 26, 2023 |
#R1# Knox scores with a punch to the head. Chavaski needs to keep his hands up - Knox had a free shot at his head there. Chavaski's coach down at Blaze Gym was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Chavaski's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.#TD2# Chavaski looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Knox! Chavaski working away. Chavaski in side control, just content to control the action for now. #SUB2# Chavaski thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. Knox is trying to get back to half guard. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2# Chavaski is working to tighten his grip on Knox's neck. He's isolated an arm and is working for an arm triangle. Knox has recognised the danger and is trying to turn with the submission but Chavaski is really squeezing tight and eventually Knox passes out! Chavaski breaks the hold and jumps onto the cage to celebrate! Submission of the night, I'd say!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Remi Chavaski! A relieved looking Remi Chavaski 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:
SMASH: Tosen vs Reedtz
Date: Feb 04, 2023 |
#R1# Petrov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Chavaski changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit. Petrov connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. Petrov misses with a looping left. Chavaski drops down looking for a counter takedown but Petrov sprawls and moves away. Petrov displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Chavaski. Donk. Petrov catches Chavaski right on the button with a cross. Petrov looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Chavaski has been working on his balance at Blaze Gym, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Petrov. Petrov slaps away a takedown attempt from Chavaski, before circling back to the center of the mat. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Petrov fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Chavaski has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#CL2# Petrov clinches up against the cage. Chavaski is trying to drag Petrov to the mat but Petrov just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Remi Chavaski. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1# Chavaski looking for a takedown. A quick uppercut on the inside from Petrov. Petrov cracks Chavaski with a nice body shot. Petrov lands a left hand that snaps the head of Chavaski backwards. Chavaski tries for a takedown but Petrov manages to get underhooks.
Petrov lands an elbow that stopped Chavaski in his tracks for a moment. Petrov controlling the action here for a moment.
Chavaski is working for takedown but Petrov is calmly controlling the position for now. Nice elbow from Petrov. Petrov lands a left hand.
Petrov gets underhooks to prevent Chavaski's takedown attempt.
Petrov is working Chavaski over against the cage. Petrov lands a hook that snaps the head of Chavaski backwards. Petrov lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Chavaski backwards. Petrov is defending well against a takedown attempt. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Stalling in the clinch from Petrov.
Chavaski is looking to take this one to the mat.#T2##BC2# Petrov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Petrov connects with a leg kick. Petrov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Chavaski.
Petrov misses with a hook. Chavaski feinted with a counter takedown. Petrov wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection. We've been informed that Petrov has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result. Petrov's jab looks to have found its range, popping Chavaski under the eye. Petrov buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Petrov throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. A jab from Petrov does it's job there. Petrov lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected. Petrov dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Chavaski. That did some damage! Chavaski takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Petrov jabs Chavaski right on the nose. Chavaski blinks but takes it well.#T3# Chavaski ducks right into an uppercut from Petrov. Petrov lands a lovely overhand right. Petrov is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Chavaski had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush. Petrov works Chavaski's body with a nice hook.#CL2# Petrov moves into the clinch successfully.
Chavaski has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Petrov is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.#TD# Chavaski lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Petrov keeping control of the position. Chavaski is pressing down on Petrov's thigh, looking to free his foot. Petrov is holding on for now. Petrov controlling the leg, holding on to half guard. #T4##SUB# Chavaski is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Petrov is just riding it out for now. Chavaski eventually gives up the hold. #SUB# Chavaski 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.
#SUB# Chavaski is looking for a kimura here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Grigoriy Petrov dominated that 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.#R2# A slow jab from Petrov misses its intended target. Chavaski appears to be looking for a counter takedown. Chavaski takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards. Chavaski doesn't succeed with the takedown and Petrov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Petrov lands a leg kick that knocks Chavaski off balance momentarily.#CL2# Petrov pushes Chavaski up against the cage in a clinch. Petrov manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Petrov lands with a short punch from the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Petrov gets underhooks to prevent Chavaski's takedown attempt.
A hook to the body from Petrov.
Chavaski prevents a body shot from Petrov. Nice elbow from Petrov. Chavaski tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Petrov lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. Petrov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Grigoriy Petrov seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far. Petrov working aggressively here.
#T1##BC2# Petrov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Petrov lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Chavaski at a distance.
#CL2# Petrov closes the distance and pushes Chavaski back into the cage. Petrov lands with a short head shot on the inside. Petrov gets underhooks to prevent Chavaski's takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Remi Chavaski. That's going to take a lot out of him. Chavaski drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Chavaski wants to take the fight to the mat but Petrov manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch. Petrov just leaning against Chavaski, taking a breather. Petrov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Petrov displaying some good clinch control by pressing Chavaski up against the cage.#BC2# Petrov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Petrov slaps away a takedown attempt from Chavaski, before circling back to the center of the mat. Grigoriy Petrov seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T2# Chavaski is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Chavaski shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Petrov as he jumps to the side. Petrov keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Petrov throws a nice inside leg kick. Chavaski tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Chavaski has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Chavaski there as he acknowledges the shot. Petrov lands with a straight right. Chavaski didn't see that one coming. Chavaski takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Petrov thows a leg kick but Chavaski checks it #TD# and Chavaski decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Petrov's guard.#T3# Petrov keeping moving, preventing Chavaski from controlling successfully. Petrov is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. Chavaski tries to free his leg and advance position but Petrov is retaining full guard. Chavaski trying to control the position from guard on top but Petrov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Chavaski looking to sit in guard and control but Petrov gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB##T4# Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless. Petrov controls from within his opponent's guard. #SUB# Chavaski working for submissions but it's allowed Petrov to get to half guard.
Petrov controlling the pace. Chavaski tries to roll over but Petrov keeps him under control. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Grigoriy Petrov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3# A chopping leg kick lands by Petrov. Petrov moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot. Petrov throws a body kick that misses #TD# so Chavaski counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. Chavaski controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. Chavaski trying to control but Petrov is working from the bottom. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Chavaski tries to free his leg and advance position but Petrov is retaining full guard. Chavaski stays in close to Petrov's body and controls the position. Chavaski trying to control but Petrov is working from the bottom. Remi Chavaski overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T1# Chavaski controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#SUB# Chavaski drops back, looking for a kneebar! Petrov looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Petrov looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Petrov! #REVB# Chavaski is looking for a sweep. Remi Chavaski has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Chavaski trying to remain calm as Petrov controls from the top position. Petrov has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Chavaski tries to control but Petrov manages to take his back. Petrov is not going to allow Chavaski to sit and survive in this position. #T2# Petrov has the hooks in. Chavaski is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. Petrov biding his time, controlling Chavaski. Chavaski looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment. Petrov biding his time, looking for the opening.
#T3# Chavaski tries to escape the 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.
Petrov controlling well, preventing Chavaski from escaping the position.
#T4# The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so. Good control from Petrov. Chavaski is in bad spot here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Petrov biding his time, looking for the opening.
And that's the end of the fight! Grigoriy Petrov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I've got Petrov winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Eliza Hachem scores the fight 27:30 Judge Topper Green scores the fight 27:30 Judge Ben Watson scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Grigoriy Petrov! A victorious Grigoriy Petrov 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 216
Date: Dec 16, 2022 |
#R1# Chavaski tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Ramirez swivels and escapes. Ramirez closes the distance looking to clinch #TD# and Chavaski counters with a single leg into guard. Ramirez didn't expect that. Ramirez looking to control.
#SUB2# Ramirez working for a triangle but Chavaski defends it easily.
#SUB2# Ramirez is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. Chavaski has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Chavaski stopping the sweep attempt from Ramirez. Chavaski looking to pass the guard. Chavaski trying to control the position from guard on top but Ramirez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1##SUB2# Ramirez working for a triangle but Chavaski defends it easily.
#SUB2# Ramirez escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Chavaski gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. Ramirez keeping moving, preventing Chavaski from controlling successfully. Chavaski pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ramirez is keeping the position for now. Chavaski is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control. Ramirez keeping moving, preventing Chavaski from controlling successfully. #T2# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd. Chavaski is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB2# Ramirez has his foot on Chavaski's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Chavaski works his way back into a safe position though. Chavaski pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ramirez is keeping the position for now. #SUB2# Ramirez throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Chavaski pushes down on Ramirez's leg and manages to get into half guard. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2# Ramirez actively working from the bottom here.#SUB# Ramirez is defending against the submission attempts here by Chavaski.
#SUB2# Ramirez is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Chavaski pulls his head out easily. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3##SUB2# Ramirez is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Chavaski pulls his head out easily. Chavaski is controlling the pace.
Chavaski is pressing down on Ramirez's thigh, looking to free his foot. Ramirez is holding on for now. #SUB# Chavaski seems to be working for a kimura but Ramirez defends the submission attempt. Ramirez trying to control from the bottom.
#T4# The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB2# Ramirez looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB# Chavaski is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Ramirez defends it well. #SUB# Chavaski seems to be working for a kimura but Ramirez defends the submission attempt. Ramirez tries to get to full guard but Chavaski has control of the leg. #SUB# Chavaski is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2# Ramirez looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB# Chavaski is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Remi Chavaski will probably get the nod. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2# A low kick from Ramirez misses #TD# and Chavaski counters with a nice double leg into half guard. #SUB2# Ramirez looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB# Chavaski is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Ramirez sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2# Ramirez looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB# Chavaski wants to work for an arm triangle but Ramirez is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Chavaski is trying to control the action in half guard but Ramirez is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Ramirez wants to improve his position but Chavaski is controlling well.
#SUB# Chavaski is looking for a kimura. It's pretty deep but Ramirez still has the half guard so he's probably OK. Oh, Ramirez has exploded into a beautiful escape there and after a quick scramble, he's ended up in side control on top! Nice work! Chavaski manages to work his way to half guard, despite Ramirez's best efforts.#T1##SUB# Chavaski is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ramirez pulls his head out easily. Chavaski is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2# Ramirez is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Chavaski trying to control here.
#SUB2# Ramirez is trying to work for a kimura but Chavaski is defending well.
Chavaski wants to get back to full guard.#T2# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB2# Ramirez is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Chavaski doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Ramirez. #SUB2# Ramirez is looking for a kimura here.
Chavaski is trying to control but can't.
Chavaski works his way to full guard. Good work.#T3##SUB# Ramirez has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Chavaski to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Ramirez is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Chavaski pulls down on the head and he's put Ramirez to sleep! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:20 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Remi Chavaski! After winning the bout, Remi Chavaski thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. In defeat, Richard Ramirez stepped up to the mic, saying 'I'll end you!'. |
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Event:
Highland 209
Date: Nov 20, 2022 |
#R1##TD# Chavaski closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Chavaski lands in his opponent's guard. San keeping moving, preventing Chavaski from controlling successfully. San controlling Chavaski's posture. San keeping moving, preventing Chavaski from controlling successfully. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Chavaski trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Chavaski wants to control from the top but San keeps moving. San really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Chavaski. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#T1# Chavaski is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because San is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. San lands a nice hook to Chavaski's body. Chavaski takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. San punishes Chavaski's body with a nice straight punch.#TD# San gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Chavaski to score an easy takedown into full guard. Chavaski wants to pass the guard but San is keeping the position. San controlling Chavaski's posture. #T2# Chavaski trying to control but San is working from the bottom. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Chavaski 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. We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup. San keeping moving, preventing Chavaski from controlling successfully. #REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T3##TD# Chavaski drives through with a takedown into San's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position. Chavaski wants to control from the top but San keeps moving. #SUB# Chavaski drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Chavaski jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB# Chavaski 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. San keeping moving, preventing Chavaski from controlling successfully. Chavaski forces his way into half guard.#T4##SUB# Chavaski wants to work for an arm triangle but San is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if San can do anything to dispel that myth. San desperately trying to maintain half guard. Chavaski working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on San's thigh. San counters though and makes it back to full guard. San working a defensive guard but Chavaski manages to pass into side control anyway.
San 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. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB# Chavaski tries for a kimura but San is defending well. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Remi Chavaski dominated that round. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2##TD# Chavaski fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging San to the ground. Chavaski is now in San's guard. Chavaski trying to control the position from guard on top but San is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Chavaski being controlled here momentarily. Chavaski tries to free his leg and advance position but San is retaining full guard. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Chavaski works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB# Chavaski is working for a kimura but San is defending it quite comfortably.
Chavaski is keen to just control but San is a slippery customer.#T1##SUB# Chavaski is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and San defends it well. San is refusing to be controlled, as Chavaski sits in half guard. San is holding on to half guard well.#SUB# Chavaski is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB# Chavaski seems to be working for a kimura but San defends the submission attempt.#T2# A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB# Chavaski seems to be looking for submissions.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. San trying to control from the bottom.
San is trying to get back to full guard. Chavaski is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that San can do to turn this around? Chavaski is trying to control the action in half guard but San is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB# Chavaski is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. San doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Chavaski. San is refusing to be controlled, as Chavaski sits in half guard. #REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T3# A slow jab from San misses its intended target. San tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Chavaski was well out of range. Poor timing from San. San bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Chavaski's head backwards.#TD# Chavaski gets a takedown into half guard. Chavaski trying to pass the guard but San defending well. #T4# San is concentrating on defense, preventing Chavaski from advancing position. #SUB# Chavaski is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. San tries to roll over but Chavaski keeps him under control. San won't allow Chavaski to pass to mount. #SUB# Chavaski is trying to work for a kimura but San is defending well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Chavaski trying to mount his opponent but San defends it. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Remi Chavaski dominated that second round. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3# Chavaski has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Chavaski there as he acknowledges the shot. Remi Chavaski is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach. San scores with a jab to the body. Chavaski dives in for a single leg takedown but San sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage. San softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. San gets underhooks to prevent Chavaski's takedown attempt.
Chavaski misses with a short punch on the inside. Chavaski fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#BC2# San's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Chavaski on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. San throws a right hand that misses
#TD# and Chavaski counters with a nice double leg into half guard. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB# Chavaski is working for a submission of some sort.
San has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Chavaski is working away from the top position though.#T1# Chavaski tries to pass to full mount but San defends it. Chavaski slows the pace down in half guard. San is refusing to be controlled, as Chavaski sits in half guard. Chavaski prevents San from improving his position. Aiko San has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2# There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action. Chavaski slows the pace down in half guard. San is not content to let Chavaski control the position.#SUB# Chavaski is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. San doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Chavaski. San is looking to improve his position.
#T3# Chavaski performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet. San listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut. San connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head. San misses with a hook. Chavaski ducked under it nicely. Chavaski doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body. Chavaski looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. San lands a nice shot to the body.
San throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Chavaski displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as San throws out the jab. Chavaski half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#T4# Chavaski takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness. San misses with a straight left. San lands with a good body shot. Chavaski dives in and grabs San's left leg, looking for a takedown. San pushes down on Chavaski's head and hops out. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Remi Chavaski. That's going to take a lot out of him. San scores with a hook to the body. Chavaski takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. Aiko San seems to be getting the better of the standup. Both fighters are breathing heavily. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. San looks to land a right hand but Chavaski moved out of range. San stuffs the takedown. San scores with a jab to the jaw.#KD2# San feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Chavaski sprawling to the canvas! Chavaski rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can San finish him?!
#ROC2#Chavaski is rocked! San throws a pinpoint strike between Chavaski's hands that connects right on the jaw and sends Chavaski crashing to the floor! He's out before he even hits the mat and San scores a great knockout victory!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Aiko San! During a confident post fight interview, Aiko San thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
Highland 201
Date: Oct 21, 2022 |
#R1# Chavaski shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Diesel defends it nicely. Diesel tries to clinch but Chavaski moves away #TD2# and Chavaski counters with a single leg into guard. Diesel didn't expect that. #SUB2# Chavaski 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. Chavaski stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Diesel swivels though and keeps the full guard. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Chavaski is persisting with the attempt to improve his position. Chavaski's corner is telling him to maintain position. Chavaski wants to pass the guard but Diesel is keeping the position.#SUB2# Chavaski drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Chavaski jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #T1##SUB2# Chavaski drops back looking for a leg! Diesel is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Diesel manages to kick Chavaski off! Chavaski jumps back into Diesel's guard. Chavaski trying to control but Diesel is working from the bottom. Diesel is trying to keep Chavaski in close.
Diesel is really struggling to control Chavaski but he's trying to hold on to the position. Chavaski trying to control the position from guard on top but Diesel is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Diesel pulls Chavaski in to control the position. #T2# 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. Chavaski sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Diesel's guard. #SUB2# Chavaski seems to be working for a kimura but Diesel defends the submission attempt.#SUB2# Chavaski is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Diesel sees it coming and defends easily. Chavaski seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Diesel does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB2# Diesel is defending against the submission attempts here by Chavaski.
Chavaski is keen to just control but Diesel is a slippery customer.#T3# The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Chavaski looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #SUB2# Chavaski is looking for a kimura but Diesel is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Chavaski to get the leverage. Chavaski passes to full mount! #SUB2# Diesel is trying to control the position here but Chavaski swings around for an armbar and he's got it! This one is all over, courtesy of a slick submission by Chavaski!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Remi Chavaski! After winning the bout, Remi Chavaski 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:
Highland 194
Date: Sep 25, 2022 |
#R1# Chavaski shoots for a takedown but Epolito saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily. Epolito works the jab nicely. Good work by Chavaski as he checks the leg kick. Epolito lands a nice shot to the body.
Epolito throws an overhand right that lands on Chavaski's shoulder, as Chavaski tries to avoid the shot. Chavaski moves out of range of the body kick from Epolito.
Epolito fakes a head shot and lands one to the body. Epolito throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Chavaski is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.#CL2# Chavaski closes the distance and clinches. Chavaski throws a punch but it's blocked by Epolito. Epolito gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Chavaski.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Chavaski wants a takedown but no success here.
Anthony Epolito has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Remi Chavaski. Epolito changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Chavaski fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Epolito walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Chavaski checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side. And Chavaski tries to counter it with a takedown but Epolito pushes his down on his head and steps out. Epolito scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
#T1# A jab from Epolito finds it's way through Chavaski's defenses. Epolito is looking to slow Chavaski down with leg kicks. Epolito lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Epolito throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Chavaski. Chavaski shoots in for a takedown but Epolito shows good takedown defense. No luck with that takedown attempt from Chavaski. Epolito throws out a powerful jab. Epolito swings widly with a right hand
#TD2# and Chavaski counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. Epolito has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Chavaski is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Epolito is defending well against a takedown attempt.#BC# Epolito breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Chavaski moves away from the strike by Epolito. Chavaski feints the counter takedown. Chavaski checks a low kick from Epolito. Chavaski steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Epolito.#T2# Chavaski takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Epolito missing with a left hand there. Chavaski was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Chavaski is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch. A nice leg kick from Epolito, right into the meat of the thigh.
A decent looking cross lands there for Epolito. Epolito lands a nice leg kick that just misses Chavaski's sensitive parts. Anthony Epolito seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Chavaski takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh. Anthony Epolito is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#TD2# Chavaski manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Epolito on his heels. He'll look to pass Epolito's guard now, I'm sure. Epolito pushes Chavaski off and gets back to his feet.
Chavaski changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Epolito tries to avoid it but Chavaski manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Epolito to the ground. Epolito escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. Epolito wants to land a leg kick but Chavaski is out of range. Jab, jab by Epolito - just one landing. Chavaski takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Chavaski slips a jab and a cross from Epolito.
#T3# Epolito throws a right and a left that both miss. Epolito will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Chavaski tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away. Epolito bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Chavaski shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it. Chavaski takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Epolito throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Chavaski on the side of the head. It looks like Epolito has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him. Epolito dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Chavaski doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body. Chavaski walks into a stiff left hand from Epolito. Epolito throws a sloppy head kick and Chavaski moves out of range easily. And Chavaski tries to counter it with a takedown but Epolito pushes his down on his head and steps out. Chavaski doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body. Epolito tries a low kick but Chavaski avoids it. And Chavaski tries to counter it with a takedown but Epolito pushes his down on his head and steps out. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Epolito wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.#T4# Chavaski has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Epolito finds it's way round the side to connect with Chavaski's head. Chavaski moves away from the strike by Epolito. Chavaski's coach down at Blaze Gym was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Chavaski's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight. Chavaski slips a jab and a cross from Epolito.
And Chavaski tries to counter it with a takedown but Epolito pushes his down on his head and steps out. Epolito waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Chavaski.#TD2# Chavaski closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. Epolito keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount. Chavaski wants to control but Epolito is keeping him busy. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Chavaski wants to pass the guard but Epolito is defending well. #SUB2# Chavaski is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Epolito is just riding it out for now. Chavaski eventually gives up the hold. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Anthony Epolito dominated that round. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2# Chavaski needs to keep his hands up - Epolito had a free shot at his head there. Epolito dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Chavaski. That did some damage! Epolito connects with a solid leg kick. A head kick misses from Epolito. Epolito lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh. Epolito swings for the body but Chavaski moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Chavaski shoots in but no luck this time. Epolito lands with an uppercut that bounces Chavaski off the cage and back into range. Epolito pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Chavaski feints the counter takedown. Epolito listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.#T1# Epolito scores with a hook. An inside leg kick lands from Epolito. Chavaski darts in looking for a takedown but Epolito gets double underhooks and turns Chavaski into the cage. As Chavaski looks to move away, Epolito throws a big counter combo but Chavaski just gets out of the way.#TD2# Chavaski drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Epolito throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done! Epolito scores with a jab to the body. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! That kick from Epolito tenderised Chavaski's leg. Chavaski is trying to keep his angry face on. Epolito shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down. Chavaski feints the counter takedown. Epolito misses with a low kick.
Nice uppercut there from Epolito. Epolito displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Chavaski. Anthony Epolito has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Remi Chavaski.#T2# Epolito throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean. Chavaski feints the counter takedown. Epolito is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Chavaski can do to turn this around? No joy there for Epolito, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Epolito lands with a hook. Chavaski tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. Epolito stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Epolito wants it to stay on the feet. Epolito lands a jab. Epolito throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Chavaski sees it coming and avoids it easily. Epolito wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection. Anthony Epolito is winning the standup battle so far. Epolito connects with a body shot. An inside leg kick from Epolito misses. Epolito misses the jab. Epolito misses the jab. Chavaski tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away. A cross from Epolito lands.#T3# Epolito missing with a left hand there. Chavaski was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Chavaski feints the counter takedown. Epolito just misses with a punch to the body.
Nice straight punches there by Epolito. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Epolito. Chavaski has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Epolito. Epolito looks to land a combination but Chavaski avoids it well. Chavaski feints the counter takedown. Epolito throws a one two combo.
Nice jab there from Epolito. Chavaski shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Epolito but Epolito pushes him off and we're back to square one. Epolito throwing a counter right hand but Chavaski manages to avoid it. Epolito chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Epolito fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Chavaski manages to avoid it. Epolito jabs Chavaski to the body, keeping him at a distance.#T4# A slapping leg kick lands for Epolito.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Epolito loads up on a big right hand but Chavaski slips the punch.#TD2# Chavaski drives through with a takedown into guard. Chavaski trying to control the position from guard on top but Epolito is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Epolito is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #SUB2# Chavaski drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Epolito manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Chavaski has Epolito in his guard.#REVR# Epolito controls the pace of the fight for a moment. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Anthony Epolito dominated that second round. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3# Epolito thows a left - swing and a miss! Chavaski's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down. Epolito throws an ugly left hook that misses
#TD2# and Chavaski counters with a nice double leg into side control. Epolito won't be happy with that. Epolito tries to improve position but can't. Epolito is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Chavaski's leg. He's managed it. Nice work. Chavaski wants to control but Epolito is keeping him busy. Epolito is concentrating on defense, preventing Chavaski from advancing position. Anthony Epolito overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Epolito trying to hold on to Chavaski's head to control him but Chavaski postures up.
#SUB2# Chavaski is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Epolito is just riding it out for now. Chavaski eventually gives up the hold. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Epolito makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Epolito.#T1# Chavaski looking to pass the guard. #ES# Epolito pushes Chavaski off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there. Epolito leaves Chavaski with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt. Epolito appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body. Remi Chavaski has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Chavaski closes this distance looking for a takedown but Epolito circles away. Epolito throws a body shot but no joy. Chavaski tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away. Epolito throws a leg kick #TD2# and Chavaski counters with a nice double leg into half guard. Epolito wants to improve his position but Chavaski is controlling well.
#T2##SUB2# Chavaski is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Chavaski is trying to control the action in half guard but Epolito is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. Epolito is looking for a sweep. Chavaski is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. Chavaski trying to control the action but Epolito is working from the bottom. #SUB2# Chavaski is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Epolito gets full guard.#T3##SUB2# Chavaski drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Chavaski jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB2# Chavaski postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Epolito is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Chavaski, into his guard. #REVR# Epolito tries to stand but Chavaski is controlling from the bottom. Epolito preventing the sweep. #T4# Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless. Chavaski being controlled here, momentarily. Anthony Epolito is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#SUB2# Chavaski is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Epolito defends well. Chavaski looking to hit a scissor sweep but Epolito is one step ahead there. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2# Chavaski working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Epolito doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Epolito manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
And that's the end of the fight! Anthony Epolito showed his dominance in that final round. Well I reckon that's a shut out for Epolito, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge James Atkins scores the fight 30:26 Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 30:27 Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Anthony Epolito! Anthony Epolito gave a mention to Bondi MMA 🏝️ in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales). |
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Event:
Highland 187
Date: Sep 02, 2022 |
#R1# Ries throws a looping overhand right but Chavaski ducks down to avoid it. Ries lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Chavaski circles away quickly and effectively. Chavaski uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Ries. Chavaski tries to counter with a takedown but Ries is quick to defend against it. Ries throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Chavaski sees it coming and avoids it easily. Chavaski appears to be looking for a counter takedown. Ries throws a head kick that Chavaski semi-blocks.
Ries throws a head kick that misses #TD# so Chavaski counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. Chavaski trying to control but Ries is working from the bottom. Chavaski slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1# Chavaski wants to control from the top but Ries keeps moving. Chavaski is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control. Chavaski wants to control from the top but Ries keeps moving. Chavaski slips nicely into half guard. Ries is refusing to be controlled, as Chavaski sits in half guard. #SUB# Chavaski wants to work for an arm triangle but Ries is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#T2# The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB# Chavaski seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB# Chavaski is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB# Chavaski is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Ries defends it well. #SUB# Chavaski is trying to work for a kimura but Ries is defending well.
Ries is refusing to be controlled, as Chavaski sits in half guard. #T3# Ries is positioning himself well to prevent Chavaski advancing to mount. Chavaski wants to lay and pray for a moment but Ries keeps working. #REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet. Ries swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Chavaski tries to counter with a takedown but Ries is quick to defend against it. A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Chavaski. Chavaski has been working on his balance at Blaze Gym, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Ries. Ries plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!#T4# Ries misses with a body shot.
Chavaski drops down looking for a counter takedown but Ries sprawls and moves away. Nice straight punches there by Ries. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Ries. Chavaski is trying hard to land a takedown here. Ries sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. Ries misses with a hook. Chavaski tries to counter by clinching up but Ries breaks away and moves out of range. A swing and a miss from Ries. Eric Ries seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Ries throws a push kick but Chavaski slaps the foot to one side. Chavaski is looking to counter the offense by Ries and move into the clinch. Ries connects with a single shot there. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#CL# Chavaski clinches with his opponent.
Ries tries to work over Chavaski's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Chavaski changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Ries fights it off and pushes away nicely.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Eric Ries dominated that round. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2# Ries throws a nice head kick!
Ries stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Ries wants it to stay on the feet. Ries misses with a wild body shot. Chavaski blocks a head kick by Ries.
Chavaski shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Ries as he jumps to the side. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Ries moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.#T1# Chavaski ducks under a wild hook from Ries. Ries pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Ries misses with a left hand #CL# and Chavaski counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Chavaski. Chavaski is looking to take this one to the mat. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Remi Chavaski. That's going to take a lot out of him. Chavaski is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Ries gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt. Nice body punch from Ries - that landed with a thud.
Chavaski changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Ries fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Ries slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range. Ries throws a head kick but Chavaski moves out of range.
#T2# Ries connects with a solid leg kick. Chavaski tries to grapple but his opponent circles and Ries counters with a nice uppercut. Chavaski tries for a takedown but Ries sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily. Ries appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick. Eric Ries seems to be getting the better of the standup.#TD# Ries gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Chavaski to score an easy takedown into full guard. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Ries is adopting a defensive guard. Chavaski trying to control the position from guard on top but Ries is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3##SUB# Chavaski drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Ries dives on top into guard.#REVB# Ries not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #SUB# Chavaski is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. Chavaski looking for a sweep. Not yet Chavaski, not yet. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4# Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB# Chavaski working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Ries doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Ries manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB# Ries got a little sloppy there for a moment and Chavaski has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Ries has managed to get both his arms back between Chavaski's legs - danger averted. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Chavaski wants to hit a sweep here but Ries passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Chavaski there! Chavaski wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Eric Ries showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. That's time! Chavaski's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3# A head kick misses from Ries. Ries scores with a punch to the head. Ries cracks Chavaski with a good jab. Ries fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Chavaski is out of range. Ries misses with an uppercut. #TD# Chavaski shoots in and bounces Ries off the cage to secure the takedown into guard. Chavaski looking to pass the guard. Remi Chavaski overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Chavaski looking to sit in guard and control but Ries gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB##T1# Chavaski not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Ries must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB# Chavaski is looking for a triangle here but Ries uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Ries working away. Remi Chavaski has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Chavaski is looking for a sweep. Chavaski looks to move to half guard but instead Ries has passed into mount! Damn!#T2# The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so. Chavaski tries to reverse the position but Ries maintains control. Chavaski tries to hold on but Ries postures up. Chavaski is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Chavaski regains half guard. Chavaski is trying to get back to full guard.#T3# Chavaski manages to get to full guard.
Ries is stalling in the full guard. #SUB# Chavaski is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#T4# Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB# Chavaski is looking for a triangle here but Ries uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Ries is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Chavaski will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already. Ries gets to mount! Chavaski was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Ries controlling from mount.
And that's the end of the fight! Eric Ries comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I've got Ries winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge James Glass scores the fight 27:30 Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 27:30 Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Eric Ries! |
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Event:
Highland 179
Date: Jul 29, 2022 |
#R1##CL2# Skinner closes the distance and clinches. Skinner lands an elbow inside that Chavaski shrugs off. Nice elbow from Skinner. Chavaski misses with a punch on the inside.
Chavaski wants to take the fight to the mat but Skinner manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch. Chavaski is trying to force a seperation but Skinner has the dominant position. Skinner comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush. #BC2# Skinner pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Skinner fails with an attempt to clinch.
#CL# Chavaski gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here. Chavaski is looking for a takedown. Chavaski tries for a takedown but Skinner manages to get underhooks.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Remi Chavaski. That's going to take a lot out of him. Skinner trying to stall but Chavaski improves his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC2# Skinner's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. We've been hearing reports that Chavaski has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight. Chavaski shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Skinner pinned against the cage. Skinner gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #T1# Skinner misses with a double jab.
Chavaski changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit. Skinner tries to clinch #TD# and Chavaski decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Skinner'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. Chavaski wants to control from the top but Skinner keeps moving. Chavaski tries to free his leg and advance position but Skinner is retaining full guard. Chavaski is looking to pass into half guard but Skinner pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Skinner is in guard.#REVB# Chavaski has control of Skinner's left arm, preventing Skinner from doing any damage. Skinner is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control. Chavaski looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T2# Skinner controlling from the top position. Chavaski controls Skinner momentarily but Skinner frees himself. Skinner tries to free his leg and advance position but Chavaski is retaining full guard. Skinner looking to control the position here, rather than advance. Chavaski tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T3# Chavaski working a defensive guard here.
#SUB# Chavaski looking for a guillotine here but Skinner defends easily.
#REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity. Skinner lands a nice looking body shot.
#T4# There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action. Chavaski uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Skinner.#CL2# Skinner rushes Chavaski and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#BC# Chavaski's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Skinner throws an off balance right hand
#TD# and Chavaski counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. #SUB# Chavaski drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Skinner manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Chavaski has Skinner in his guard.#REVB# Skinner forces his way into half guard. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Shug Skinner dominated that round. That's time! Back to the action!#R2##TD# A momentary lapse in concentration from Skinner enables Chavaski to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Skinner manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat. Chavaski trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Chavaski is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. Chavaski wants to control from the top but Skinner keeps moving. Chavaski preventing the sweep. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Skinner manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Chavaski manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB# Chavaski working a defensive guard here.
#T1# Skinner sitting in guard, not really doing much. Skinner trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB# Chavaski working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Skinner doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Skinner manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. Skinner is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #SUB# Chavaski is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Skinner rolls with it to try and escape but Chavaski cranks on the arm and Skinner is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:18 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Remi Chavaski! After winning the bout, Remi Chavaski 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:
Highland 171
Date: Jul 01, 2022 |
#R1# Chavaski on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Cartwright. Cartwright obviously looking to wear him down.
Good standup being displayed there by Cartwright as he connects with a hook. Cartwright lands the left hand. Chavaski takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming. Chavaski goes for a double leg but Cartwright avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Cartwright continues to drive forward. Cartwright tries to break free but Chavaski pushes him back against the cage. Chavaski can't get the takedown.
We've been hearing reports that Chavaski has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.#BC2# Cartwright escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Cartwright misses with a hook. Cartwright lands with a right hand. Cartwright clobbers Chavaski with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. Cartwright tries a low kick but Chavaski avoids it. Cartwright lands with a thumping leg kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#TD# Chavaski shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Chavaski stops Cartwright from standing up. Chavaski trying to control the position from guard on top but Cartwright is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Cartwright being controlled here, momentarily. #T1# Chavaski wants to pass the guard but Cartwright is keeping the position. Cartwright keeping moving, preventing Chavaski from controlling successfully. Chavaski looking to control the position here, rather than advance. Chavaski looking to pass the guard. #T2# Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it. Cartwright being controlled here, momentarily. #REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity. Cartwright swings widly with a right hand
#TD# and Chavaski counters with a single leg into guard. Cartwright didn't expect that. Chavaski controlling from the top position. Chavaski trying to control the position from guard on top but Cartwright is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Cartwright being controlled here, momentarily. Cartwright keeping moving, preventing Chavaski from controlling successfully. #T3# Cartwright is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. Chavaski trying to control the position from guard on top but Cartwright is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. Cartwright tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Chavaski was well out of range. Poor timing from Cartwright. Chavaski drops down looking for a counter takedown but Cartwright sprawls and moves away. Cartwright fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Cartwright throws a shot to the body.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Chavaski is defended easily by Cartwright. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Remi Chavaski. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T4# Cartwright lands a lovely overhand right. A telegraphed right hand from Cartwright misses the target. Chavaski drops down looking for a counter takedown but Cartwright sprawls and moves away. Chavaski moves out of range of the strikes. Chavaski drops down looking for a counter takedown but Cartwright sprawls and moves away. A punch combination from Cartwright misses. Cartwright scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent. Chavaski has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Cartwright finds it's way round the side to connect with Chavaski's head. Chavaski doesn't succeed with the takedown and Cartwright counters with a nice uppercut. The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#TD# Chavaski changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Cartwright looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better. Cartwright regains half guard there - taking advantage of Chavaski's attempt to lay and pray for a moment. The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily. Chavaski trying to control from Cartwright's half guard. Cartwright has other ideas though and has regained full guard. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Punchy Cartwright dominated that round. That's time! Back to the action!#R2# Cartwright keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#TD# Chavaski looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.#ES2# Cartwright manages to escape and get back to his feet! Chavaski showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Cartwright.
Cartwright swinging wildly here.
Chavaski appears to be looking for a counter takedown. Cartwright throws a sloppy head kick and Chavaski moves out of range easily. Cartwright has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Chavaski is landing a low percentage of strikes. Cartwright connects with a crisp jab. This has been an exciting period of action! Cartwright misses with a low kick as Chavaski jumps back. Chavaski is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Cartwright. Good shot there by Cartwright. Cartwright has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.#T1# Cartwright thows a leg kick but Chavaski checks it #TD# so Chavaski counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. Chavaski wants to control from the top but Cartwright keeps moving. Chavaski is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Cartwright is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Cartwright keeping full guard, as Chavaski tries to pass. Cartwright keeping moving, preventing Chavaski from controlling successfully. #T2# Chavaski stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Cartwright swivels though and keeps the full guard. Chavaski trying to control but Cartwright is working from the bottom. Cartwright has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#SUB# Chavaski drops back, looking for a kneebar! Cartwright looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Cartwright looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Cartwright! #REVB##SU2# Cartwright decides to take the fight back to the feet. #T3# Cartwright misses with a series of wild punches.
Punchy Cartwright is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Chavaski blocks a head kick by Cartwright.
Cartwright will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Cartwright lands an overhand right. Chavaski keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Chavaski half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range. Cartwright thows a leg kick but Chavaski checks it #TD# and Chavaski counters with a nice double leg into half guard. Chavaski is trying to control the action in half guard but Cartwright is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB# Cartwright makes his way to full guard, as Chavaski worked for a kimura.
Chavaski not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T4# Chavaski advances to half guard. Cartwright is staying active underneath Chavaski, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB# Cartwright is defending against the submission attempts here by Chavaski.
#ES2# Cartwright has one foot on Chavaski's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Cartwright lands with a shot to the body. Cartwright throws a left and a right that both miss
#TD# and Chavaski counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Cartwright! Cartwright throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done! And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Punchy Cartwright showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3# Cartwright takes a swing at Chavaski's ribcage but misses. Chavaski misses with a takedown attempt - Cartwright sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses. Cartwright misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Chavaski tries to counter with a takedown but Cartwright is quick to defend against it. Chavaski shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #KD2# Oooooh!!! Cartwright has knocked Chavaski down with a huge combo! Cartwright steps away and waves a wobbly Chavaski back to his feet! This one might not go much longer! We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Chavaski avoids a punch combination nicely.
Cartwright throws an off balance right hand
#TD# and Chavaski counters with a takedown into side control. Chavaski wants to control but Cartwright is keeping him busy. #SUB# Chavaski tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Chavaski has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #T1##SUB# Chavaski tries for a kimura but Cartwright is defending well. Cartwright is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here. Remi Chavaski has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#SUB# Chavaski is trying to get an arm triangle but Cartwright is defending well. #T2# Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB# Chavaski goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Cartwright has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Chavaski but great work by Cartwright. Punchy Cartwright has got the better of the ground game so far. Chavaski gets back to half guard.#SU2# Cartwright stands up and beckons Chavaski to join him on the feet. Chavaski avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Chavaski attempts a counter takedown but Cartwright avoids it well and moves away. Cartwright misses with an uppercut. Chavaski saw that one coming. Chavaski appears to be looking for a counter takedown. Chavaski's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Cartwright connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Chavaski scrambles back to his feet.#T3# A swing and a miss from Cartwright. Chavaski ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Chavaski takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Chavaski shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it. Punchy Cartwright seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Jab, jab by Cartwright - just one landing. #TD# Chavaski gets the takedown into side control. #SUB# Chavaski swings around for an armbar but Cartwright sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Chavaski's guard. Chavaski is trying to hold Cartwright in close to prevent damage but Cartwright has managed to pass into half guard.
This has been an exciting period of action! Chavaski is trying to control but can't.
Chavaski wants to get back to full guard.#T4# Chavaski is working hard here to advance position.#SUB# Chavaski looking for submissions from an awkward position here. Chavaski tries to get to full guard but Cartwright has control of the leg. Punchy Cartwright is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight. Cartwright wants to stand but his hand is trapped. Chavaski uses the opportunity to regain full guard.
And that's the end of the fight! Punchy Cartwright comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. Well Cartwright has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 27:30 Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 27:30 Judge James Glass scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Punchy Cartwright! A very excited looking Punchy Cartwright 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:
Highland 163
Date: May 27, 2022 |
#R1# Chavaski displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Hoca throws out the jab. Hoca swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
#TD# and Chavaski counters with a single leg into guard. Hoca didn't expect that. Chavaski wants to control from the top but Hoca keeps moving. Chavaski passes easily into side control. Nice work.#SUB# Chavaski is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Hoca is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB# Chavaski looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB# Chavaski is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Hoca is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #T1##SUB# Chavaski thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB# Chavaski working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. A lull in the action here as Chavaski stalls from top position.#SUB# Chavaski tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #T2##SUB# Chavaski tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB# Chavaski thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. You can see the frustration on Hoca's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB# Chavaski has worked his way into a potential kimura here. Hoca is trying to get out of the position but his squirming has just got him deeper into trouble. Chavaski yanks on the arm and Hoca is forced to tap due to a very painful looking submission! Nice work by Chavaski.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Remi Chavaski! Our winner, Remi Chavaski, 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:
Highland 159
Date: May 13, 2022 |
#R1# Nice uppercut lands for Ousmane. That snapped Chavaski's head back.
Ousmane throws a predictable looking body shot
#TD# so Chavaski counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. Chavaski stopping the sweep attempt from Ousmane. Chavaski sitting in guard here, content to control. Chavaski wants to control from the top but Ousmane keeps moving. Ousmane pulls Chavaski in close to his closed guard and prevents Chavaski from doing any damage or advancing position. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Chavaski looking to sit in guard and control but Ousmane gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB# Ousmane sitting in guard here, content to control. #T1# Ousmane stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Chavaski swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB# Chavaski is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB# Chavaski has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Ousmane is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Chavaski. Chavaski tries to improve position but can't. Chavaski is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Blaze Gym, so we'll see if he gets out of it.#T2# The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action. Ousmane tries to get to his feet but he's trapped momentarily. Chavaski looks to move to half guard but instead Ousmane has passed into mount! Damn! Chavaski really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Ousmane controlling from the full mount. Chavaski manages to regain half guard. Good work. #T3# Chavaski is trying to get back to full guard. Chavaski wants to control the action here but instead Ousmane manages to pass to full mount! Ousmane controlling the pace for now. Chavaski is looking to get to half guard. Ousmane content just to control the position here. #T4# Chavaski is trying desperately to improve position. Ousmane tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. Chavaski is working to get back to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Chavaski regains half guard. Ousmane is figuring out what he wants to do next. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Kofi Ousmane dominated that round. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2# Ousmane fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Chavaski looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath. Ousmane takes a swing at Chavaski's ribcage but misses. Ousmane misses with a straight left. Ousmane misses with a jab to the body
#TD# and Chavaski counters with a shoot takedown. Ousmane fights it but they end up in guard. Chavaski wants to control from the top but Ousmane keeps moving. Chavaski not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #SUB# Chavaski drops back, looking for a kneebar! Ousmane looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Ousmane looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Ousmane! #REVB# We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Ousmane controlling the position from side mount. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1# Chavaski tries to improve position but can't. Ousmane controls the position from side control. Ousmane's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T2# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd. Ousmane lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face. Ousmane moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now. Chavaski tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Ousmane wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T3# Ousmane controlling the position from side mount. Chavaski is trying to improve his position. Ousmane creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots. Chavaski tries to buck Ousmane off but Ousmane is having none of it. You can see the frustration on Chavaski's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet. Ousmane scores with a jab to the jaw.#T4# Ousmane throws an ugly left hook that misses
#TD# so Chavaski counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. Ousmane keeping moving, preventing Chavaski from controlling successfully. Ousmane pulls Chavaski in close to his closed guard and prevents Chavaski from doing any damage or advancing position. Chavaski looking to sit in guard and control but Ousmane gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB# Chavaski controls Ousmane momentarily but Ousmane frees himself. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Chavaski wants to sweep here but Ousmane controlling him for the moment. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Kofi Ousmane showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3# Chavaski shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it. It seemed like Ousmane was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Ousmane throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nice takedown defense from Ousmane. No joy for Chavaski on that attempt. Ousmane tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Chavaski was well out of range. Poor timing from Ousmane. Chavaski tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Ousmane defends well and Chavaski ends up having to push Ousmane into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Remi Chavaski. That's going to take a lot out of him. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ousmane. Ousmane misses with a body punch.
Ousmane fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Chavaski is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Ousmane is defending well. Ousmane misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Chavaski goes for a takedown attempt but Ousmane pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Chavaski closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. A big left from Ousmane misses. Chavaski uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ousmane.
#T1# Ousmane misses the shot to the body. Chavaski ducks under a wild hook from Ousmane. Ousmane takes a swing at Chavaski's ribcage but misses. Ousmane throws a hook to the side of Chavaski's head but Chavaski sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Ousmane fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Chavaski manages to avoid it. Ousmane fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Chavaski manages to avoid it. Ousmane has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Chavaski uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ousmane.
Remi Chavaski has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Ousmane throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Chavaski changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit. Ousmane looks to score with a jab to the body but Chavaski is just out of range. Chavaski changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit. Chavaski tries to close the distance and clinch up but Ousmane swats him away and circles back towards the center. A countering left hand to the body from Ousmane misses. Ousmane misses the shot to the body. Kofi Ousmane is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight. Kofi Ousmane is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T2# Ousmane throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ousmane looks to score with a jab to the body but Chavaski is just out of range. Ousmane throws a series of punches but Chavaski moves out of range. Chavaski seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance. Chavaski wants to clinch. A little jabbing left from Ousmane on the counter but it doesn't find it's target. Ousmane misses with a body shot.
Chavaski fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt. Ousmane throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Chavaski half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range. Nice uppercut lands for Ousmane. That snapped Chavaski's head back.
Chavaski needs to keep his hands up - Ousmane had a free shot at his head there. Ousmane is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Chavaski rather than just go for the knockout.#T3# Ousmane ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Chavaski moves away. Chavaski fails with the takedown and Ousmane counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. Chavaski throws a body punch but Ousmane moves out of range. Ousmane throws out a loose jab but Chavaski uses good head movement to avoid it. Chavaski feinted with a counter takedown. Nice sprawl there from Ousmane as Chavaski shoots in. Chavaski uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ousmane. Ousmane throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Chavaski changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit. Ousmane looks to score with a jab to the body but Chavaski is just out of range. Chavaski changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit. Ousmane looks to score with a jab to the body but Chavaski is just out of range. Ousmane tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Chavaski was well out of range. Poor timing from Ousmane. Chavaski drops down looking for a counter takedown but Ousmane sprawls and moves away.#T4# Ousmane misses with a hook. Chavaski ducked under it nicely. Chavaski blocks a jab. Chavaski half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range. Ousmane misses with a body shot
#CL# and Chavaski counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Chavaski. Chavaski has Ousmane pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Ousmane manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. Chavaski is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though. Chavaski blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Ousmane blocks a body shot from Chavaski. Ousmane cracks Chavaski with a nice body shot. Chavaski tries for a takedown but Ousmane manages to get underhooks.
Ousmane prevents a takedown attempt there.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Chavaski misses with some punches.
Stalling in the clinch from Chavaski.
And that's the end of the fight! Kofi Ousmane comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. Well Ousmane has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 27:30 Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 27:30 Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kofi Ousmane! Our winner, Kofi Ousmane, 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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Highland 138
Date: Feb 20, 2022 |
#R1# Ousmane misses with a hook
#TD2# and Chavaski counters with a shoot takedown. Ousmane fights it but they end up in guard. Chavaski trying to control the position from guard on top but Ousmane is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Ousmane being controlled here, momentarily. Chavaski trying to control but Ousmane is working from the bottom. Chavaski tries to free his leg and advance position but Ousmane is retaining full guard. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Chavaski trying to control but Ousmane is working from the bottom. Chavaski is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully. Chavaski wants to pass the guard but Ousmane is keeping the position.#T1# Ousmane keeping moving, preventing Chavaski from controlling successfully. #REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. Chavaski dives in and grabs Ousmane's left leg, looking for a takedown. Ousmane pushes down on Chavaski's head and hops out. Kofi Ousmane seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Chavaski shoots in for a double leg but Ousmane sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy. Ousmane waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Chavaski. Chavaski takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor. Ousmane throws a body punch but Chavaski moves out of range. Ousmane just misses with a punch to the body.
Ousmane seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym. Ousmane swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Chavaski changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt. Ousmane throws a jab when Chavaski was well out of range. Chavaski takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Kofi Ousmane is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T2# Ousmane takes a swing at Chavaski's ribcage but misses. Chavaski with the counter takedown but Ousmane avoids it easily. Horrible takedown attempt by Chavaski or perhaps it was just good defense by Ousmane, which made it look bad. Kofi Ousmane has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Remi Chavaski. Ousmane throws a body punch but Chavaski moves out of range. Ousmane swings for the body but Chavaski moves out of range.
Chavaski shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#TD2# Chavaski drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Ousmane tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Chavaski wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB2# Chavaski looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. Ousmane manages to get back to half guard.#T3# Chavaski wants to lay and pray for a moment but Ousmane keeps working. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Chavaski is looking to advance position but Ousmane won't allow it. #SUB2# Chavaski seems to be working for a kimura but Ousmane defends the submission attempt. Chavaski trying to pass the guard but Ousmane defending well. Ousmane is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Chavaski's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Chavaski's back! Ousmane controls the position.#T4# Chavaski tries to break free.
Chavaski 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. Ousmane biding his time, controlling Chavaski. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Kofi Ousmane dominated that 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.#R2# Ousmane tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Chavaski was well out of range. Poor timing from Ousmane. Ousmane fails in his attempt to clinch. Chavaski is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here. Ousmane throws a hook to the side of Chavaski's head but Chavaski sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily. Chavaski avoids the body shot from Ousmane.
Chavaski changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt. Ousmane takes a swing at Chavaski's ribcage but misses. Chavaski changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt. Ousmane misses the jab. Chavaski tries to counter with a clinch but Ousmane shakes him off and moves away. Ousmane tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Chavaski was well out of range. Poor timing from Ousmane. Ousmane throws a left and a right that both miss
#TD2# and Chavaski counters with a single leg into guard. Ousmane didn't expect that. Chavaski controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2# Chavaski drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Ousmane dives on top into guard.#REVR# Ousmane stays in close to Chavaski's body and controls the position. #T1# Ousmane passes Chavaski's left leg - he's now in half guard. Chavaski manages to get to full guard.
Chavaski looking to control.
#SUB2# Chavaski isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Ousmane stacks Chavaski 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 Ousmane!#T2# The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so. Chavaski tries to get back to half guard but can't. Ousmane scoring with punches and elbows. Chavaski is looking to regain half guard here but Ousmane keeps moving and retains side control. The referee asks Ousmane politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Ousmane prefers to stall for the moment though. Chavaski struggling a bit here.#T3# Ousmane trying to control the position but Chavaski is working away. Chavaski is looking to regain half guard here but Ousmane keeps moving and retains side control. Ousmane is looking to take a break and control but Chavaski is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. Ousmane controlling the position from side mount. Chavaski tries to control but Ousmane manages to take his back.#T4# The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so. Ousmane controlling well, preventing Chavaski from escaping the position.
Ousmane is riding his opponent, not letting Chavaski buck him off. Ousmane scores with a nice shot to the head of his opponent. Chavaski is looking for a way out. Ousmane controls the position. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Chavaski tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell! And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Kofi Ousmane dominated that second round. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R3# Ousmane looks to score with a jab to the body but Chavaski is just out of range. Chavaski steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Ousmane. Chavaski closes the distance and clinches up with Ousmane, looking for a takedown. Chavaski pushes Ousmane against the cage but Ousmane circles to the side and manages to break the clinch. Ousmane throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Chavaski shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Ousmane as he jumps to the side. Ousmane scores with a body shot.
Ousmane misses the jab. Chavaski feints the counter takedown. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2# Chavaski drives through with a takedown into guard. Ousmane 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. Chavaski looking to sit in guard and control but Ousmane gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR##T1# Ousmane passes Chavaski's left leg - he's now in half guard. Chavaski is looking to improve his position.
Ousmane drops an elbow to the side of Chavaski's head. Chavaski is trying is best to control the position here. Chavaski is trying to maintain the position but Ousmane is very close to passing his half guard. Ousmane performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T2# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd. Ousmane has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent. This is a sustained period of stalling by Ousmane. Ousmane'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.#T3# Further stalling from Ousmane. Chavaski is looking for a sweep. Ousmane is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. Chavaski keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Chavaski with the counter takedown but Ousmane avoids it easily. Ousmane misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Ousmane loads up on a big right hand but Chavaski slips the punch. Chavaski tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away. Chavaski shoots in but Ousmane avoids the takedown attempt easily. Kofi Ousmane has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Remi Chavaski.#T4# My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer. Ousmane loads up on a big right hand but Chavaski slips the punch. Chavaski is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch. Chavaski shoots in for a double leg but Ousmane sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy. Ousmane throws a hook but Chavaski avoids it easily. Ousmane fakes a jab and then connects with a hook. Ousmane ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Chavaski moves away. Chavaski drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Ousmane defends it well. Chavaski slips a straight right by Ousmane. Ousmane scores with a jab. Chavaski acknowledges it with a nod of the head. A shot to the body from Ousmane misses #TD2# and Chavaski counters with a single leg into guard. Ousmane didn't expect that. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Chavaski looking to sit in guard and control but Ousmane gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR# Ousmane sitting in guard, not really doing much. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Kofi Ousmane clearly takes that round. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R4# Chavaski shoots for a double leg takedown but Ousmane sprawls well. He's pushed Chavaski's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. Ousmane rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Chavaski moves out of range and avoids them all easily. Chavaski changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt. Chavaski shoots in and drives through. Ousmane sprawls well. Chavaski looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily. Kofi Ousmane has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Remi Chavaski. Chavaski's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Ousmane connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Chavaski scrambles back to his feet. Ousmane throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Chavaski sees it coming and avoids it easily. And Chavaski tries to counter it with a takedown but Ousmane pushes his down on his head and steps out. Kofi Ousmane is winning the standup battle so far. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Ousmane misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Chavaski.
Chavaski shoots in but no luck this time. Ousmane throws a body shot but no joy. Ousmane fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Chavaski manages to avoid it. Chavaski changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#T1# Ousmane swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Ousmane throws a body punch but Chavaski moves out of range. Ousmane misses with a wild body shot. Chavaski slips under a jab. Chavaski tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#TD2# Chavaski fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Ousmane sprawls well initially but Chavaski persists and gets the takedown into half guard. Chavaski tries to pass to full mount but Ousmane defends it. #SUB2# Chavaski is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB2# Chavaski is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T2# Chavaski is looking to advance position but Ousmane won't allow it. #SUB2# Chavaski 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.
Ousmane is refusing to be controlled, as Chavaski sits in half guard. #T3# Ousmane holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now. Ousmane works his way to full guard. Good work. Ousmane looking to hit a scissor sweep but Chavaski is one step ahead there. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Chavaski controls from within his opponent's guard. Chavaski trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup. Chavaski trying to control but Ousmane is working from the bottom. #REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T4# A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace. Ousmane throws the left hand but Chavaski avoids the punch easily. Chavaski tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away. Chavaski drops his hands momentarily and Ousmane takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #CL2# Chavaski gets in close and instigates a clinch. Ousmane misses with a short punch on the inside. #TD2# Chavaski works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard. Ousmane pulls Chavaski in close to prevent any damage. Chavaski trying to control the position from guard on top but Ousmane is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Ousmane has his hands on Chavaski's head, controlling the position. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Ousmane keeping full guard, as Chavaski tries to pass. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close fourth round but I would say that Kofi Ousmane will probably get the nod. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R5# Ousmane misses with a wild body shot. Ousmane misses with a hook. Ousmane cracks Chavaski with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd. Chavaski uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ousmane. Chavaski fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt. Ousmane swings for the body but Chavaski moves out of range.
And Chavaski tries to counter it with a takedown but Ousmane pushes his down on his head and steps out. Chavaski avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Chavaski keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Ousmane. Ousmane misses with a body shot.
Chavaski uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ousmane.
Chavaski tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#T1# Ousmane tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Chavaski paws at him with a jab and circles away. Chavaski tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away. Ousmane swings and misses with a shot to the body#TD2# and Chavaski counters with a takedown into side control. Chavaski trying to control the position but Ousmane is working away. Remi Chavaski has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#SUB2# Chavaski is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Ousmane is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. Kofi Ousmane is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2# Chavaski looking to control but instead Ousmane has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard. Ousmane is trying is best to control the position here. #SUB2# Chavaski is trying to work for a kimura but Ousmane is defending well.
Chavaski wants to advance to full mount but Ousmane doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead. #T3# Chavaski wants to control from the top but Ousmane keeps moving. Chavaski with a flurry of punches that miss. #REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet. Ousmane just misses with a punch to the body.
Chavaski is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here. Ousmane scores with a shot to the body.
Ousmane misses with a straight left. Chavaski feints the counter takedown. The fighters circling - Ousmane throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Chavaski wants to counter with a clinch but Ousmane pushes him away. Ousmane fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Chavaski manages to avoid it. Chavaski wants to counter the offense by Ousmane and move into the clinch position.#T4# Chavaski slips under a jab from Ousmane. Chavaski feints the counter takedown. Ousmane misses with an uppercut. Chavaski saw that one coming. Chavaski with the counter takedown but Ousmane avoids it easily. Chavaski slips a jab from Ousmane. Chavaski changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt. Ousmane lands with a cross. Ousmane defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Chavaski. Chavaski misses with a hook. Ousmane ducked under it nicely. Nice cross by Ousmane. Ousmane throws a big shot that misses. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Ousmane displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Chavaski.
And that's the end of the fight! Kofi Ousmane showed his dominance in that final round. Well I reckon that's a shut out for Ousmane, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Darius Henderson scores the fight 50:45 Judge Bruno Hogan scores the fight 50:46 Judge Winston Howard scores the fight 50:45
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kofi Ousmane! Kofi Ousmane is the new lightweight champion! Kofi Ousmane decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
Highland 133
Date: Feb 05, 2022 |
#R1# Winters tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Chavaski swivels and escapes.#TD2# Winters manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Chavaski on his heels. He'll look to pass Chavaski's guard now, I'm sure. Winters is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position. Winters won't allow Chavaski to sweep him here. Winters controlling from the top position. It looks like Winters 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. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Chavaski looking to control.
#T1# Winters not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up. Chavaski tries to land a sweep but no joy. #REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#CL# Chavaski darts in and clinches Winters up against the cage. Winters is trying to pull guard but Chavaski turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch. Chavaski is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Winters is defending well.#TD# Chavaski has picked Winters up - he's going for a ride! Chavaski dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.#SUB2# Winters looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB# Chavaski is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Winters is just riding it out for now. Chavaski eventually gives up the hold. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Winters trying to control here.
#T2# Winters moves into full guard.
#SUB# Chavaski drops back looking for a leg! Winters is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Winters manages to kick Chavaski off! Chavaski jumps back into Winters's guard. Chavaski wants to control from the top but Winters keeps moving. #T3##SUB2# Chavaski got a little sloppy there for a moment and Winters has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Chavaski has managed to get both his arms back between Winters's legs - danger averted. Chavaski content to stall in guard here. Winters keeping moving, preventing Chavaski from controlling successfully. Chavaski is really struggling to control Winters but he's trying to hold on to the position. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Winters can't keep his opponent in guard - Chavaski advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. Chavaski tries to pass the half guard into mount. Winters knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB# Chavaski seems to be trying to get a kimura but instead Winters has recovered full guard. #T4# The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB2# Winters looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Chavaski wants to control from the top but Winters keeps moving. #SUB2# Winters is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Chavaski is aware though and is defending well. Chavaski wants to control from the top but Winters keeps moving. Winters controls Chavaski momentarily but Chavaski frees himself. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Chavaski tries to free his leg and advance position but Winters is retaining full guard. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Remi Chavaski will probably get the nod. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2# Winters misses with a takedown attempt #TD# and Chavaski decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Winters's guard. Chavaski content to stall in guard here. Chavaski might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground. Chavaski trying to control but Winters is working from the bottom. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2# Winters has his foot on Chavaski's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Chavaski works his way back into a safe position though. Winters keeping moving, preventing Chavaski from controlling successfully. #T1# Chavaski sitting in guard here, content to control. #REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD2# Winters changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Chavaski looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better. Chavaski is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Blaze Gym, so we'll see if he gets out of it. Chavaski can't do much from the bottom here. Winters wants to lay and pray for a moment but Chavaski keeps working. #SUB2# Winters is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Chavaski has escaped the position, nice work there. #T2# Chavaski struggling a bit here. Chavaski is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Winters's leg. He's managed it. Nice work. Chavaski has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Winters is working away from the top position though. Chavaski won't allow Winters to pass to mount. Winters seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T3# Chavaski wants to control but Winters is keeping busy and won't allow it. #REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD2# Winters closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Chavaski to the mat! Chavaski manages to get full guard. Winters works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB# Chavaski looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T4# Winters performing his best blanket impression for a moment. Winters is continuing to stall. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Chavaski trying to control but Winters postures up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Dick Winters showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R3##TD# Chavaski throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Winters was covering up waiting for the punch and Chavaski finishes the takedown easily into guard. Dick Winters has got the better of the ground game so far. Winters is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. Winters looking to control.
Chavaski trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Winters is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent. Winters being controlled here, momentarily. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Winters keeping moving, preventing Chavaski from controlling successfully. #T1##SUB2# Winters has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Chavaski can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. Chavaski wants to control from the top but Winters keeps moving. #REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD2# Winters shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Winters was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure! Chavaski tries to bench press Winters off him but Winters keeps the position. Chavaski wants to control but Winters postures up.#T2# Chavaski stops Winters from passing to mount. Winters content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though. A control attempt from Chavaski but he's now mounted! Chavaski wants to hold on but Winters pushes him away.#T3# Chavaski is trying to escape the mount.
Winters controlling his opponent. Winters prevents Chavaski from getting the reversal.#T4# My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer. Chavaski tries to lock up and control but Winters gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away. Winters has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Winters moves to back control. Chavaski looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment. Chavaski rolls, trying to escape but Winters keeps control of the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Dick Winters really dominated that round. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R4# Winters tries for a takedown but Chavaski sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily. Winters fails to land the takedown. Chavaski fails with the takedown. Winters shoots in for a takedown but Chavaski shows good takedown defense. Chavaski feinted with a counter takedown. Remi Chavaski has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dick Winters. Winters is trying hard to land a takedown here. Chavaski sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. #TD2# Winters changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Chavaski looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better. 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. Chavaski can't do much from the bottom here. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Chavaski trying to control but Winters flips him over like a cheap hooker and has his back!#T1##SUB2# Winters has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Chavaski has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
What can Chavaski do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Chavaski breaks Winters's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
#SUB2# Winters is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Chavaski is aware though and is defending well. Winters is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#SUB2# Winters throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#T2# Chavaski trying to control but Winters is working from the bottom. Chavaski 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. Chavaski wants to pass the guard but Winters is keeping the position.#SUB2# Chavaski got a little sloppy there for a moment and Winters has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Chavaski has managed to get both his arms back between Winters's legs - danger averted. Chavaski wants to pass the guard but Winters is keeping the position.#T3# Chavaski slips nicely into half guard. Winters trying to control here.
#SUB2# Winters actively working from the bottom here. Winters controlling the position for now.#SUB# Chavaski is working for a submission here. He's got hold of the far side arm and he's looking for a kimura. He's cranking on the arm and he's got it! Winters is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 4, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Remi Chavaski! Remi Chavaski retains his lightweight title! An out of breath Remi Chavaski 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:
Highland 128
Date: Jan 14, 2022 |
#R1# Takashi misses the shot to the body. #TD# Takashi throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Chavaski was covering up waiting for the punch and Takashi finishes the takedown easily into guard. Takashi 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. Takashi trying to control but Chavaski is working from the bottom. Takashi is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Takashi passes into half guard. #T1# Chavaski trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Chavaski wants to control but Takashi is having none of it. Takashi looking to control and managing it successfully. Takashi seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Chavaski is holding on tight.
Takashi controlling his opponent. Takashi'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.#T2# Takashi seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Chavaski for as long as he can get away with. Chavaski keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Takashi moves to the back position. #SUB# Takashi working for a choke but Chavaski is defending well. #T3# Chavaski is really stuck here.
Takashi controls the action.#SUB# Takashi tightening his grip on Chavaski, looking for the choke. Chavaski manages to reverse the position and now he's in Takashi's guard. Nice work there by Chavaski.
#T4# Takashi tries to land a sweep but no joy. Takashi keeping moving, preventing Chavaski from controlling successfully. #SUB# Chavaski content to sit in guard, stalling... Great. Oh but he could get punished here because Takashi has locked up a guillotine! Takashi's face is contorted as he sqeezes tight on the submission attempt - will he finish? Chavaski is holding on here and Takashi must be using up a lot of energy. Chavaski has gone limp! He's out! He's out cold! Takashi gets to his feet, tossing aside his stricken foe. Arms raised, he milks the applause from the crowd. Great submission!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Kazuo Takashi! Kazuo Takashi is the new featherweight champion! Kazuo Takashi decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way. |
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Event:
Highland 122
Date: Dec 24, 2021 |
#R1# No luck for Green with that takedown attempt. #TD# Green closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. Chavaski tries to bench press Green off him but Green keeps the position. Chavaski struggling a bit here.#SUB# Green tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Green has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! Chavaski prevents Green from moving into mount. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Chavaski can't do much from the bottom here. #SUB# Green thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T1##SUB# Green tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. Chavaski tries to get back to half guard but can't. Green tries to move to mount but Chavaski blocks the move with his legs. Chavaski is trying to get back to half guard.#SUB# Green wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Chavaski, who protects the arm well. #T2# The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena. Chavaski stops Green from passing to mount. Chavaski is trying to control Green's posture but Green avoids it. A lull in the action here. Chavaski regains half guard. Green trying to control the action but Chavaski is working from the bottom. #T3# Chavaski is looking to control Green's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Chavaski avoid being mounted? Green is figuring out what he wants to do next. Chavaski is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity. Green shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Chavaski as he jumps to the side. Green doesn't succeed with the takedown#TD2# and Chavaski counters with a shoot takedown. Green fights it but they end up in guard. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ed Green. That's going to take a lot out of him. Chavaski wants to pass the guard but Green is keeping the position. Green looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T4# Chavaski trying to control the position from guard on top but Green is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB# Green working for a triangle but Chavaski defends it easily.
Chavaski trying to control the position from guard on top but Green is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Chavaski might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Green haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! There's a bit of a scramble here and now Green is on top in guard.
#REVR##SUB2# Green avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ed Green dominated that round. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2# Chavaski stuffs the takedown attempt from Green. Green gets slowly back to his feet. Chavaski feints the counter takedown. Green fails miserably with a takedown attempt. A telegraphed takedown attempt from Green is defended easily by Chavaski. Chavaski feints the counter takedown. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ed Green. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2# Chavaski has taken the fight to the clinch.
#TD2# Chavaski has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Green clear over his head and slammed him to the mat! The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2# Green preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Chavaski. Green tries to roll but Chavaski sticks to his back.
#SUB2# Chavaski tightening his grip on Green, looking for the choke. #T1# You can see the frustration on Green's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Green trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble. Green rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
#SUB# Green actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2# Chavaski is looking for a kimura but Green is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Chavaski to get the leverage. #SUB2# Green is defending against the submission attempts here by Chavaski.
Green is looking to improve his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2# Green wants to control but Chavaski is keeping busy and won't allow it. Green is refusing to be controlled, as Chavaski sits in half guard. Green is trying to maintain the position but Chavaski is very close to passing his half guard. Remi Chavaski has got the better of the ground game so far. Green is pressing down on Chavaski's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it. Chavaski sitting in guard, not really doing much. Chavaski slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Chavaski wants to lay and pray for a moment but Green keeps working. Green is looking for a sweep.#T3# Green is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Soul Supremacy Rio, so we'll see if he gets out of it.#SUB2# Chavaski goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Green rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Chavaski's guard! Nice work there by Green! Chavaski wants to sweep but no luck. Green trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Green slips nicely into half guard. Chavaski trying to hold on to Green's head to control him but Green postures up.
Green uses his free foot to push down on Chavaski's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Chavaski. #T4# Chavaski tries to hold on but Green pushes him away. Chavaski keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Green wants to take his opponent's back but instead Chavaski manages to regain half guard. Chavaski is looking to control Green's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Chavaski avoid being mounted? The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Green works his way into full mount! Green is trying to take his opponent's back.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Remi Chavaski showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. That's time! Green's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R3# Green shoots in for a double leg but Chavaski sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy. And Chavaski tries to counter it with a takedown but Green pushes his down on his head and steps out.#TD# Green closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Chavaski's guard. Chavaski not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#SUB2# Chavaski is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Green is aware though and is defending well. Green stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Chavaski swivels though and keeps the full guard. Chavaski is trying to control the position but Green postures up. Chavaski managing to control the position. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Chavaski 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# Chavaski wants to take a breather but Green is having none of it. #T1# Green is looking to improve his position.
Chavaski wants to take a breather but Green is having none of it. #SUB2# Chavaski is working for a kimura but Green is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB2# Chavaski is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Green sees it coming and defends easily. Green tries to roll over but Chavaski keeps him under control. Green trying to control from the bottom.
Chavaski wants to free his trapped foot but Green is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T2# The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB2# Chavaski is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Green sees it coming and defends easily. Green gets back to full guard.
Chavaski looking to sit in guard and control but Green gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR# Green stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Chavaski swivels though and keeps the full guard. Chavaski is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB2# Chavaski is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T3##SUB2# Chavaski throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Green trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Chavaski keeping moving, preventing Green from controlling successfully. Green tries to free his leg and advance position but Chavaski is retaining full guard. Our spies down at at Blaze Gym inform us that Chavaski has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#T4# The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB2# Chavaski looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Chavaski keeping moving, preventing Green from controlling successfully. Green trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet. Chavaski displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Green. Green shoots for a double leg takedown but Chavaski sprawls well. He's pushed Green's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ed Green. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD2# Chavaski bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Green is looking for a sweep. Green is trying to control Chavaski's posture but Chavaski avoids it. #SUB2# Chavaski looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Remi Chavaski really dominated that round. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R4# Green shoots and misses #TD2# and Chavaski counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. Green keeping full guard, as Chavaski tries to pass. Chavaski is looking to pass into half guard but Green pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Green is in guard.#REVR# Chavaski 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. Green trying to control but Chavaski is working from the bottom. Green slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Green is trying to move to mount but Chavaski reverses beautifully and ends up in Green's guard. Chavaski trying to control but Green is working from the bottom. #T1##SUB# Green is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Chavaski defends well. Green looking to hit a scissor sweep but Chavaski is one step ahead there. Green keeping moving, preventing Chavaski from controlling successfully. #SUB# Chavaski avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Chavaski tries to free his leg and advance position but Green is retaining full guard. #T2# My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer. Green wants to improve his position but instead Chavaski has moved into half guard.
#SUB2# Chavaski is looking for a kimura here.
Chavaski seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Green does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB2# Chavaski is looking for a kimura here.
The fighters are battling for position here. Green manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T3# Green keeping full guard, as Chavaski tries to pass. Chavaski wants to control from the top but Green keeps moving. Green pulls Chavaski in close to prevent any damage. Green keeping moving, preventing Chavaski from controlling successfully. #SUB# Green isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Chavaski stacks Green 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 Chavaski! Green is not content to let Chavaski control the position. #T4# The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB2# Chavaski thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. Chavaski trying to control the action but Green is working from the bottom. Green manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Green is thwarting Chavaski's attempts to control the position. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Remi Chavaski dominated that fourth 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. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R5# Green fails with the takedown. Remi Chavaski is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight. Chavaski stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Chavaski wants it to stay on the feet. Chavaski with the counter takedown but Green avoids it easily. Green tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Chavaski swivels and escapes. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ed Green. That's going to take a lot out of him. Horrible takedown attempt by Chavaski or perhaps it was just good defense by Green, which made it look bad. Green gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #CL2# and Chavaski holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch. Green tries to pull guard but Chavaski won't allow it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Green is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though. Green tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Chavaski smiles and moves away.
Chavaski keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl. Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt. Green fails with a takedown attempt from distance. Ed Green is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T1# A telegraphed takedown attempt from Green is defended easily by Chavaski. Green fails to land the takedown. Chavaski tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away. Green misses with a takedown attempt #TD2# and Chavaski counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. Chavaski sitting in guard, not really doing much. Green keeping moving, preventing Chavaski from controlling successfully. #T2##SUB# Green is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. Chavaski trying to control the position from guard on top but Green is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Chavaski tries to free his leg and advance position but Green is retaining full guard. Chavaski sitting in guard, not really doing much. #REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD# Excellent takedown into side control there by Green. #T3# Chavaski stops Green from passing to mount. Chavaski can't do much from the bottom here. Green trying to control the action but Chavaski is working from the bottom. #T4# There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action. Green tries to move to mount but Chavaski blocks the move with his legs. Green is looking to take a break and control but Chavaski is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. Chavaski tries to get back to half guard but can't. Ed Green has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB# Green looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
And that's the end of the fight! Remi Chavaski comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I think Chavaski has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 46:49 Judge William Gold scores the fight 46:49 Judge James Glass scores the fight 46:49
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Remi Chavaski! Remi Chavaski is the new lightweight champion! A relieved looking Remi Chavaski 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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Highland 116
Date: Dec 05, 2021 |
#R1##TD# Diaz tries to sprawl but Chavaski drives through with a takedown into half guard. Diaz is refusing to be controlled, as Chavaski sits in half guard. Chavaski has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Diaz 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. Diaz wants to improve his position but Chavaski is controlling well.
Chavaski wants to take a breather but Diaz is having none of it. Chavaski looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #SUB# Chavaski is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB# Chavaski wants to work for an arm triangle but Diaz is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Diaz trying to control from the bottom.
#T1##SUB# Chavaski is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Diaz is refusing to be controlled, as Chavaski sits in half guard. Well, if Chavaski 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.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work. Chavaski is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Diaz is squirming around, avoiding Chavaski's attempts to control the action. Diaz wants to control but Chavaski is having none of it.#SUB# Chavaski jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Diaz is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Diaz and Chavaski has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
#T2##SUB# Chavaski looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. Chavaski is looking to take a break and control but Diaz is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. Diaz is trying to get back to half guard. Diaz gets back to half guard. Diaz is looking to control Chavaski's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Diaz avoid being mounted?#T3# Diaz is staying active underneath Chavaski, who seems content to just control the action from this position. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Diaz is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. Diaz trying to control but Chavaski postures up.
Chavaski tries to pass the half guard into mount. Diaz knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. Diaz works his way to full guard. Good work. Diaz keeping full guard, as Chavaski tries to pass. #SUB2# Diaz is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. Chavaski trying to control the position from guard on top but Diaz is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Chavaski has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#T4# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd. Chavaski stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Diaz swivels though and keeps the full guard. Chavaski trying to control the position from guard on top but Diaz is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2# Diaz looking for a guillotine here but Chavaski defends easily.
Diaz trying to control the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Chavaski 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. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Remi Chavaski dominated that round. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2# Chavaski bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Chavaski tries to counter with a takedown but Diaz is quick to defend against it. Noel Diaz seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Diaz throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. Diaz dips to his left and cracks Chavaski with an uppercut!#TD# Chavaski closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Diaz to the mat! Diaz manages to get full guard. Diaz wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. Chavaski showing good wrestling skills to control the position. Remi Chavaski overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Chavaski wants to control from the top but Diaz keeps moving. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Diaz controls Chavaski momentarily but Chavaski frees himself. Diaz keeping moving, preventing Chavaski from controlling successfully. #T1# Chavaski tries to free his leg and advance position but Diaz is retaining full guard. #SUB2# Diaz has his foot on Chavaski's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Chavaski works his way back into a safe position though. Chavaski controlling from the top position. #SUB2# Diaz working for a triangle but Chavaski defends it easily.
Chavaski controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SUB# Chavaski 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. #T2# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd. Diaz looking to control.
Chavaski trying to control but Diaz is working from the bottom. Diaz seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. A lazy left from Diaz finds it's target. Diaz fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Chavaski looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.#T3# Diaz misses the jab. Chavaski attempts a counter takedown but Diaz avoids it well and moves away. Chavaski walks into a straight right hand from Diaz. Chavaski throws a jab when Diaz was well out of range. Diaz is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range. Diaz uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook. Diaz throws a looping overhand right but Chavaski ducks down to avoid it. Diaz swings for the body but Chavaski moves out of range.
Diaz throws a looping overhand right but Chavaski ducks down to avoid it. Chavaski drops down looking for a counter takedown but Diaz sprawls and moves away. Diaz waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Chavaski.#TD# Chavaski shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Diaz is trying to defend but Chavaski finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.#SUB# Chavaski seems to be looking for submissions.
Chavaski is trying to control. Diaz wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T4# Chavaski is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Diaz reverses the position - he's now on top in Chavaski's guard. Chavaski looking to sweep here. No luck so far. Diaz pushes down on Chavaski's leg and manages to get into half guard. This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB# Chavaski has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Diaz escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Diaz! The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Chavaski is trying to improve his position. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Noel Diaz showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R3# Chavaski moves forwards but Diaz connects with a nice, crisp jab. A telegraphed right hand from Diaz misses the target. Diaz throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Diaz with a jab.#TD# Chavaski looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard. Chavaski trying to control from half guard but Diaz is working away. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Diaz controlling the position for now.#T1# Diaz is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB# Chavaski seems to be looking for submissions.
Diaz controlling the position for now.#SUB# Chavaski is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Diaz has managed to free his arm - good work. Chavaski is just content to waste time from the top position. Diaz takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard. Diaz is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #T2# The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so. Chavaski advances position into side control!#SUB# Chavaski swings around for an armbar but Diaz sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Chavaski's guard. Chavaski wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Diaz is now in half guard. Chavaski trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Diaz manages to pass to mount!
Chavaski wants to control but Diaz is having none of it.#T3# Diaz sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. Chavaski has given up his back. Will we see Diaz going for some submissions?
Diaz wants to control but Chavaski manages to buck him off and is now in Diaz's guard! Nice work there by Chavaski! #T4# Chavaski wants to pass the guard but Diaz is keeping the position. Diaz trying to control the position.
Chavaski trying to control but Diaz is working from the bottom. Diaz keeping full guard, as Chavaski tries to pass. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Chavaski trying to control the position from guard on top but Diaz is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close third round but Noel Diaz just about did enough to take it. 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.#R4# Chavaski tries to close the distance and clinch but Diaz swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. Some wild striking there from Diaz.
Chavaski shoots in but Diaz avoids the takedown attempt easily.#TD# Diaz gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard. Diaz working a defensive guard here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2# Diaz is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Chavaski defends well. Chavaski is fighting to break Diaz's control of his arms but Diaz is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#T1# Chavaski trying to control the position from guard on top but Diaz is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Chavaski wants to pass the guard but Diaz is keeping the position. Chavaski not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. Chavaski looking to pass the guard. Diaz pulls Chavaski in close to prevent any damage. Chavaski might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground. Chavaski tries to free his leg and advance position but Diaz is retaining full guard. #T2# The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB2# Diaz has his foot on Chavaski's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Chavaski works his way back into a safe position though. Diaz seems keen to control Chavaski's posture. Chavaski trying to control the position from guard on top but Diaz is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Chavaski stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Diaz swivels though and keeps the full guard. Chavaski 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. #SUB2# Diaz is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Chavaski is aware though and is defending well. Chavaski pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Diaz is keeping the position for now. #T3# Diaz trying to keep a closed guard but Chavaski is proving a slippery customer.
Chavaski trying to control but Diaz is working from the bottom. #SUB2# Chavaski got a little sloppy there for a moment and Diaz has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Chavaski has managed to get both his arms back between Diaz's legs - danger averted. Diaz keeping full guard, as Chavaski tries to pass. #SUB2# Diaz has his foot on Chavaski's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Chavaski works his way back into a safe position though. Chavaski trying to control but Diaz is working from the bottom. #T4# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB# Chavaski thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. Diaz trying to control the position.
Chavaski pushing down on Diaz's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. Chavaski is looking to take a break and control but Diaz is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB# Chavaski is looking for a kimura but Diaz is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Chavaski to get the leverage. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Diaz is looking for a sweep. Chavaski is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. Diaz holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now. #SUB# Chavaski is looking for a kimura here.
Diaz is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close fourth round but I would say that Remi Chavaski will probably get the nod. That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R5# A punch lands to the side of Chavaski 's head but he takes it in his stride. Decent striking displayed by Diaz there. Chavaski slips under a jab. Chavaski blocks a jab. Chavaski feinted with a counter takedown. Diaz misses with a straight left. Chavaski closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. Diaz keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Diaz tests Chavaski's chin there with a solid looking shot. Chavaski takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
#T1# Diaz dips to his left and cracks Chavaski with an uppercut! Diaz misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Chavaski.
Diaz lands with a straight right. Chavaski didn't see that one coming. Diaz lands an overhand right. Chavaski defending well as Diaz loads up on a big left hand. Diaz misses with an uppercut
#TD# and Chavaski counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. Diaz has control of Chavaski's left arm, preventing Chavaski from doing any damage. Chavaski trying to control but Diaz is working from the bottom. Chavaski stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Diaz swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T2##SUB2# Diaz throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Chavaski trying to control but Diaz is working from the bottom. Chavaski stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Diaz swivels though and keeps the full guard. Chavaski passes Diaz's left leg - he's now in half guard. Chavaski wants to pass to mount but Diaz is defending the position. #T3##SUB# Chavaski is working for a kimura from half guard. He's really concentrating on the hold and it's allowed Diaz to slip a leg under and get back to full guard. Chavaski being controlled here momentarily. Diaz trying to control the position.
Diaz keeping full guard, as Chavaski tries to pass. Diaz keeping moving, preventing Chavaski from controlling successfully. Chavaski stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Diaz swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T4# A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace. Chavaski trying to control but Diaz is working from the bottom. #REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity. Diaz misses with a left hand #TD# and Chavaski counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. Diaz seems keen to control Chavaski's posture. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Diaz can't keep his opponent in guard - Chavaski advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. Chavaski wants to pass the guard but Diaz is defending well.
And that's the end of the fight! Noel Diaz comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I think Diaz has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge James Atkins scores the fight 47:48 Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 47:48 Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 47:48
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Noel Diaz! After the fight, Noel Diaz was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly. |
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Event:
Highland 102
Date: Oct 29, 2021 |
#R1# Luciano throws a head kick that Chavaski semi-blocks.
Chavaski will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts. Chavaski moves out of range as Luciano strikes. Chavaski goes for a double leg but Luciano avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Luciano continues to drive forward. Chavaski is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Luciano gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Remi Chavaski. That's going to take a lot out of him. Chavaski tries for a takedown. No joy.
Luciano is pressed up against the cage. Chavaski has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Luciano down to the mat. Luciano avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. Chavaski tries to clinch there but Luciano circles away.
Luciano uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Chavaski. Luciano displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination. Luciano misses with a straight left. Chavaski takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him. Luciano tries to bum rush Chavaski with a series of wild strikes but Chavaski uses good footwork to avoid the assault.#CL# Chavaski fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Luciano, pushing him back against the cage. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Chavaski has Luciano pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Luciano manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. Luciano lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. Chavaski can't get the takedown.
Come on Luciano - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
#T1# Chavaski tries for a takedown but Luciano manages to get underhooks.
Luciano prevents the takedown attempt.
Chavaski misses with a short punch on the inside. Chavaski is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Luciano pulls him back up using the underhooks. #BC# Chavaski breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Chavaski defending well as Luciano loads up on a big left hand. Luciano connects with a looping right hand.
Chavaski drops his hands momentarily and Luciano takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. Luciano cracks Chavaski with an open hand slap. Luciano throws a hook to the side of Chavaski's head but Chavaski sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Chavaski darts in trying to clinch and Chavaski takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Luciano with a jab. Luciano uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.#T2# Luciano misses with a right hand #TD# and Chavaski counters with a nice double leg into side control. Luciano won't be happy with that. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB# Chavaski thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB# Chavaski thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB# Chavaski is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Luciano knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. Chavaski wants to lay and pray for a moment but Luciano keeps working. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Chavaski passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Luciano! #T3##SUB# Chavaski is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Luciano can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
Chavaski controlling the pace for now. Luciano is squirming around, avoiding Chavaski's attempts to control the action. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Chavaski is stalling here but it's allowed Luciano to get half guard.
Chavaski passes to side control. #T4##SUB# Chavaski thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB# Chavaski wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Luciano, who protects the arm well. #SUB# Chavaski is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Luciano has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB# Chavaski is trying to get an arm triangle but Luciano is defending well. #SUB# Chavaski looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ricky Luciano dominated that round. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2# Chavaski tries to clinch but Luciano is having none of it. It seemed like Luciano was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Luciano scores with a hook. Chavaski takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming. Chavaski doesn't manage to clinch there - Luciano circles away.
Chavaski ducks under a wild hook from Luciano. Chavaski half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range. Luciano has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight. Chavaski doesn't manage to clinch there - Luciano circles away.
Luciano swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Chavaski fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt. No luck for Chavaski with that takedown attempt. Chavaski has been working on his balance at Blaze Gym, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Luciano. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Luciano thuds his right hand into Chavaski's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters. Luciano rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
#TD# and Chavaski counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. #SUB# Chavaski wants to work for an arm triangle but Luciano is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#T1# Chavaski is trying to control the action in half guard but Luciano is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB# Chavaski wants to work for an arm triangle but Luciano is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB# Chavaski seems to be looking for submissions.
Chavaski looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB# Chavaski 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.
#SUB# Chavaski seems to be looking for submissions.
#T2# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB# Chavaski is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Chavaski wants to free his trapped foot but Luciano is holding on for dear life with his legs. Chavaski wants to lay and pray for a moment but Luciano keeps working. #SUB# Chavaski is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB# Luciano is defending against the submission attempts here by Chavaski.
#T3# Chavaski seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Luciano does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. Chavaski is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen. Chavaski trying to mount his opponent but Luciano defends it. #SUB# Chavaski is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. Luciano wants to control but Chavaski is keeping busy and won't allow it. The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.#T4# The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action. Chavaski working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Luciano's thigh. Luciano counters though and makes it back to full guard. Chavaski pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Luciano is keeping the position for now. Luciano has Chavaski pulled in close to control his posture. #REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Luciano moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot. Luciano lands a glancing blow to the side of Chavaski's head. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ricky Luciano showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R3# Luciano throws a hook but Chavaski avoids it easily. Luciano sizes up Chavaski with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. Luciano throws a nice outside leg kick. Luciano lands a really nice looking cross but Chavaski seems unphased.
Luciano connects with a single shot there. Chavaski tries to close the distance and clinch up but Luciano swats him away and circles back towards the center. Luciano throws the left hand but Chavaski avoids the punch easily. Chavaski drops down looking for a counter takedown but Luciano sprawls and moves away. Luciano moves out of range as Chavaski strikes. Luciano's jab looks to have found its range, popping Chavaski under the eye. Luciano might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable. Luciano lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Luciano swings widly with a right hand
#TD# and Chavaski counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB# Chavaski postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Luciano is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Chavaski, into his guard. #REVB# Luciano trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T1##SUB# Chavaski looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Luciano passes into side control.
Chavaski is trying to get back to half guard.#T2# The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena. Luciano wants to stand but Chavaski has him controlled and pulls him back into his guard. Luciano would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #SUB# Luciano avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Chavaski is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T3# Luciano showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB# Chavaski working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Luciano doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Luciano manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. Luciano really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Chavaski. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out. Luciano wanted to stand there but Chavaski had control of the position. #SUB# Chavaski looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#T4# Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB# Chavaski has his foot on Luciano's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Luciano works his way back into a safe position though. Luciano has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#SUB# Chavaski looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Luciano wants to stand and escape but instead Chavaski has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVR# The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Chavaski showing good wrestling skills to control the position. Luciano pulls Chavaski in close to prevent any damage. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ricky Luciano really dominated that round. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R4# A big right from Luciano misses. Luciano scores with a slapping inside leg kick. Luciano getting the better of the striking in that exchange. Ricky Luciano seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Luciano, as that shot connected.
Luciano connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. Luciano smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button. Ricky Luciano seems to be getting the better of the standup. A lazy left from Luciano finds it's target. Good standup being displayed there by Luciano as he connects with a hook. The fighters circling - Luciano throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Chavaski tries to grapple but his opponent circles and Luciano counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Chavaski tries to clinch but Luciano moves out of range. Chavaski throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Luciano sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T1# Luciano misses with a lunging right hand
#TD# and Chavaski counters with a nice double leg into side control. Luciano won't be happy with that. #SUB# Chavaski thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB# Chavaski swings around for an armbar but Luciano sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Chavaski's guard.#SUB# Luciano has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Chavaski to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Luciano is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Chavaski pulls down on the head and he's put Luciano to sleep! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:44 of round 4, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Remi Chavaski! Remi Chavaski retains his featherweight title! A victorious Remi Chavaski 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 95
Date: Oct 03, 2021 |
#R1##CL2# Chavaski takes the fight into the clinch. Chavaski tries to throw a body punch but Shoenfeld avoids it by throwing Chavaski back against the cage. Shoenfeld tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Chavaski working aggressively here.
Shoenfeld changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Chavaski fights it off and pushes away nicely.
A jab lands there for Chavaski.#TD# Shoenfeld drives through with a takedown into guard. Shoenfeld trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2# Chavaski working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Shoenfeld doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Shoenfeld manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Chavaski has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. Chavaski controls Shoenfeld momentarily but Shoenfeld frees himself. #T1# Shoenfeld passes into half guard. #SUB# Shoenfeld is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Chavaski is trying to control but can't.
Shoenfeld is keen to just control but Chavaski is a slippery customer. Chavaski is looking to improve his position.
Chavaski trying to control here.
Chavaski won't allow Shoenfeld to pass to mount. #T2# My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB2# Chavaski looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. Shoenfeld is trying to control. Chavaski wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace. Shoenfeld is looking to advance position but Chavaski won't allow it. #SUB# Shoenfeld is looking for a kimura but Chavaski is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Shoenfeld to get the leverage. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2# Chavaski looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T3# Shoenfeld seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet. Shoenfeld closes the distance and clinches up with Chavaski, looking for a takedown. Shoenfeld pushes Chavaski against the cage but Chavaski circles to the side and manages to break the clinch. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Brett Shoenfeld. That's going to take a lot out of him. Chavaski displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Shoenfeld. Chavaski has a takedown stuffed. Chavaski tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Shoenfeld manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Shoenfeld shoots in for a takedown but Chavaski shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet. Chavaski misses with an uppercut
#TD# and Shoenfeld counters with a nice double leg into guard. Chavaski keeping moving, preventing Shoenfeld from controlling successfully. #T4# Shoenfeld looking to pass the guard. Shoenfeld being controlled here momentarily. #SUB2# Chavaski had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Shoenfeld defends it easily.#SUB2# Shoenfeld content to sit in guard, stalling... Great. Oh but he could get punished here because Chavaski has locked up a guillotine! Chavaski's face is contorted as he sqeezes tight on the submission attempt - will he finish? Shoenfeld is holding on here and Chavaski must be using up a lot of energy. Shoenfeld has gone limp! He's out! He's out cold! Chavaski gets to his feet, tossing aside his stricken foe. Arms raised, he milks the applause from the crowd. Great submission!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Remi Chavaski! Remi Chavaski is the new bantamweight champion! Remi Chavaski bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it. |
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Event:
Highland 90
Date: Sep 10, 2021 |
#R1# Horrible takedown attempt by Rinda or perhaps it was just good defense by Chavaski, which made it look bad. A slow jab from Chavaski misses its intended target. Rinda tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away. Rinda tries for a takedown but Chavaski sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily. Rinda throws an off balance right hand
#TD# and Chavaski counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Chavaski. #SUB2# Rinda is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. Rinda keeping full guard, as Chavaski tries to pass. Chavaski advances to half guard. Rinda is trying to get back to full guard. Rinda 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.#SUB# Chavaski wants to work for an arm triangle but Rinda is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Chavaski is trying to control. Rinda wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB2# Rinda is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Chavaski pulls his head out easily. #T1##SUB2# Rinda looking for submissions off his back. Chavaski tries to pass to full mount but Rinda defends it. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Rinda wants to improve his position but Chavaski is controlling well.
#SUB2# Rinda actively working from the bottom here. Rinda is staying active underneath Chavaski, who seems content to just control the action from this position. Chavaski works his way into full mount! Chavaski controlling from the full mount. Rinda is desperately trying to improve his position but Chavaski has a good base and remains in mount. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2##SUB# Chavaski looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead. #SUB# Rinda defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Chavaski. Chavaski tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #SUB# Chavaski is working for a guillotine from mount but Rinda frees his head quite easily.
Rinda really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Rinda is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. Rinda bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Rinda tries to free his leg and advance position but Chavaski is retaining full guard. Rinda pushes down on Chavaski's leg and manages to get into half guard.#SUB2# Rinda wants to work for an arm triangle but Chavaski is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#T3# Chavaski wants to control but Rinda is keeping busy and won't allow it. Chavaski is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Rinda is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him. Rinda not doing much here.
#SUB2# Rinda is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Chavaski doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Rinda. #SUB2# Rinda wants to work for an arm triangle but Chavaski is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB2# Rinda is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Chavaski defends it well. Chavaski gets back to full guard.
#T4# My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer. Rinda looking to sit in guard and control but Chavaski gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR# Rinda is trying to control the position but Chavaski postures up. Chavaski advances position into side control! Rinda prevents Chavaski from moving into mount. Chavaski moves into full mount! #SUB# Chavaski looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead. Rinda keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#SUB# Chavaski looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Rinda wants to control but Chavaski is having none of it. Rinda is squirming around, avoiding Chavaski's attempts to control the action. Rinda tries to get back to half guard but can't. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Remi Chavaski dominated that round. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2# Rinda closes this distance looking for a takedown but Chavaski circles away. Rinda tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Chavaski swivels and escapes. Chavaski appears to be looking for a counter takedown. Rinda fails to land the takedown. Remi Chavaski has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anwar Rinda. Rinda changes levels and scores with a jab to the body. Rinda tries for a takedown but Chavaski sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily. Rinda fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Chavaski manages to avoid it. Chavaski throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Rinda tries to clinch but fails miserably #TD# and Chavaski counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. #SUB# Chavaski has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Rinda defend it? Chavaski steps over the head and cranks it - Rinda is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Chavaski!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:51 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Remi Chavaski! Remi Chavaski retains his featherweight title! Remi Chavaski spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant. |
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Event:
The Island Season 12, 145 lbs, Round 3
Date: Aug 24, 2021 |
#R1# Rinda staying out of range there. Rinda feinted with a counter takedown.#TD# A momentary lapse in concentration from Chavaski enables Rinda to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Chavaski manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat. Chavaski has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Island Gym. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one. Chavaski is controlling Rinda's posture.#SUB# Rinda thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. Rinda has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.#SUB2# Chavaski throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Rinda trying to control the position from guard on top but Chavaski is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB# Rinda 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. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Rinda trying to control but Chavaski is working from the bottom. Rinda passes into half guard. #T1# Chavaski tries to roll over but Rinda keeps him under control.#SUB# Rinda seems to be working for a kimura but Chavaski defends the submission attempt. Chavaski trying to control but Rinda postures up.
#SUB# Rinda is trying for a kimura here. Chavaski looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Rinda wins by kimura!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Anwar Rinda! |
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Event:
The Island Season 12, 145 lbs, Round 2
Date: Aug 23, 2021 |
#R1# Nice shot by Frederick. Chavaski staying out of range there. Frederick misses with a hook. Chavaski throws a body punch but Frederick moves out of range. Frederick swings away with a body shot that misses
#TD2# and Chavaski counters with a shoot takedown. Frederick fights it but they end up in guard. We've been hearing good reports from Frederick'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. Frederick pulls Chavaski in to control the position. Frederick lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR# Chavaski keeping moving, preventing Frederick from controlling successfully. #SUB2# Chavaski had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Frederick defends it easily. Frederick stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Chavaski swivels though and keeps the full guard. Chavaski has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Island Gym. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one. Frederick trying to control but Chavaski is working from the bottom. #T1# Frederick engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. Frederick pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Chavaski is keeping the position for now. Chavaski is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Frederick tries to free his leg and advance position but Chavaski is retaining full guard. Frederick engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. Frederick pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Chavaski is keeping the position for now. #T2# Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB2# Chavaski has his feet on Frederick's thighs here. He's pushed Frederick off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Frederick screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Remi Chavaski! After the fight, Remi Chavaski was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly. |
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Event:
The Island Season 12, 145 lbs, Round 1
Date: Aug 22, 2021 |
#R1# Rodgers changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Chavaski tries to avoid it but Rodgers manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Chavaski to the ground. Chavaski escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. #TD# Rodgers shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Chavaski's guard. Chavaski is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Rodgers trying to control the position from guard on top but Chavaski is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Rodgers chips away with some ground and pound.#SUB2# Chavaski working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Rodgers doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Rodgers manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Chavaski holds on and takes a little breather. Rodgers knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Chavaski on the ground. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Rodgers trying to control but Chavaski is working from the bottom. Rodgers has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player. Rodgers is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Chavaski is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#T1# Rodgers throws a strike but Chavaski rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB# Chavaski is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position. Rodgers keeping full guard, as Chavaski tries to pass. Chavaski is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control. Chavaski's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T2# 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. Chavaski wants to control from the top but Rodgers keeps moving. Chavaski is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. Chavaski wants to control from the top but Rodgers keeps moving. Chavaski advances position into side control! Chavaski wants to lay and pray for a moment but Rodgers keeps working. #T3##SUB2# Chavaski is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Rodgers has escaped the position, nice work there. Chavaski has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Rodgers! The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Chavaski controlling the position easily from mount. Rodgers on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Rodgers tries to get out of the position. Chavaski tries to control but Rodgers wriggling away. #SUB2# Chavaski jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Rodgers is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Rodgers and Chavaski has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Chavaski trying to control the action but Rodgers is working from the bottom. #T4##SUB2# Chavaski is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Rodgers knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. Chavaski is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Rodgers will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Chavaski trying to control the action but Rodgers is working from the bottom. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Remi Chavaski dominated that round. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2##TD2# Chavaski closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. Rodgers tries to push off, looking to stand up, but Chavaski manages to move to mount!
Chavaski has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Island Gym. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one. Chavaski controlling from mount. Rodgers is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. Chavaski trying to control but he's not successful this time. #SUB2# Chavaski looking for a guillotine from mount but Rodgers is having none of it. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Chavaski sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. Chavaski trying to control but Rodgers is having none of it. #T1# Chavaski wants to control the action but instead Rodgers gets a body lock and reverses into Chavaski's guard! Nice work! #SUB2# Chavaski escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Rodgers gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. Chavaski is pulling down on Rodgers's head to control his posture. Rodgers not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T2# Chavaski controls Rodgers momentarily but Rodgers frees himself. Rodgers in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. Rodgers stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Chavaski swivels though and keeps the full guard. Rodgers postures up.
#SUB2# Chavaski looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB2# Rodgers got a little sloppy there for a moment and Chavaski has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Rodgers has managed to get both his arms back between Chavaski's legs - danger averted. Chavaski looking for a sweep. Not yet Chavaski, not yet. #SUB2# Chavaski escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Rodgers gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. Rodgers trying to control but Chavaski is working from the bottom. #T3# Rodgers is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. Rodgers throwing strikes but missing. Rodgers with a nice head shot there.#SUB2# Chavaski has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Rodgers should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Chavaski has tightened it up now! Rodgers should have reacted faster there - he's in big trouble and yes, he's tapped out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:48 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Remi Chavaski! A very excited looking Remi Chavaski rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed. |
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Event:
Highland 87
Date: Aug 13, 2021 |
#R1# Chavaski fails with a takedown attempt. Frederick throws a body punch but Chavaski moves out of range. Chavaski throws out a loose jab but Frederick uses good head movement to avoid it. Frederick misses with a body punch
#TD# and Chavaski counters with a shoot takedown. Frederick fights it but they end up in guard. Frederick controls Chavaski momentarily but Chavaski frees himself. Chavaski wants to control from the top but Frederick keeps moving. Frederick is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent. Chavaski has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2# Frederick is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Chavaski is aware though and is defending well. Frederick has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. Chavaski trying to control but Frederick is working from the bottom. #T1# Chavaski pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Frederick is keeping the position for now. Chavaski works a leg free and moves into half guard. Frederick wants to control but Chavaski is keeping busy.
Chavaski prevents Frederick from improving his position. Chavaski stalling. Frederick wants to improve his position but Chavaski is controlling well.
Frederick gets back to full guard.
Chavaski is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T2# Chavaski trying to control but Frederick is working from the bottom. Frederick is looking to stand up but Chavaski isn't so interested in that idea. Chavaski not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. Chavaski trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Frederick bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Chavaski's guard. #REVB# Frederick won't allow Chavaski to sweep him here. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Frederick trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB# Chavaski has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Frederick should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Chavaski has tightened it up now! Frederick should have reacted faster there - he's in big trouble and yes, he's tapped out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Remi Chavaski! Remi Chavaski retains his featherweight title! In defeat, Reynard Frederick stepped up to the mic, saying 'The judges were fixed, the referee was fixed! My losing is FAKE NEWS!!!!'. |
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Event:
Highland 82
Date: Jul 23, 2021 |
#R1# Chavaski moves away from the strike by Azevedo Souza. Azevedo Souza comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range. Chavaski swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Azevedo Souza throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Chavaski on the side of the head. Azevedo Souza looks to score with a jab to the body but Chavaski is just out of range. Azevedo Souza scores with a punch to the head.#TD# Chavaski looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard. Chavaski content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #SUB# Chavaski is looking for a kimura but Azevedo Souza is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Chavaski to get the leverage. Chavaski wants to take a breather but Azevedo Souza is having none of it. Chavaski has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.#T1##SUB2# Azevedo Souza looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. Azevedo Souza 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. Chavaski is looking to advance position but Azevedo Souza won't allow it. #SUB# Azevedo Souza is defending against the submission attempts here by Chavaski.
Chavaski wants to pass to mount but Azevedo Souza is defending the position. #SUB# Chavaski in half guard on the top. He's looking for a kimura... He's got it locked and he's managed to free his trapped foot. Azevedo Souza tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Chavaski!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Remi Chavaski! Remi Chavaski retains his featherweight title! |
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Event:
Highland 78
Date: Jul 13, 2021 |
#R1# Chavaski blocks a jab. Chavaski bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Dulo misses with a left hand #TD# and Chavaski counters with a nice double leg into half guard. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Chavaski works his way into side control. #SUB# Chavaski thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. 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. Dulo tries to improve position but can't. Dulo sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard. Chavaski seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Dulo does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Dulo is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. Chavaski is just content to waste time from the top position. Dulo takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard. Chavaski trying to control the position from guard on top but Dulo is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1# Dulo wants to sweep but no luck. Dulo being controlled here, momentarily. Chavaski tries to free his leg and advance position but Dulo is retaining full guard. Dulo 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. Chavaski stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Dulo swivels though and keeps the full guard. Chavaski trying to control the position from guard on top but Dulo is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Dulo manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Chavaski manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB# Dulo controlling from the top position. Chavaski not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T2##SUB# Chavaski is looking for a triangle but Dulo pushes his legs off easily.
Dulo 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. Dulo trying to control but Chavaski is working from the bottom. #SUB# Chavaski looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Dulo is defending well. Chavaski quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Dulo has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Chavaski celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Remi Chavaski! Remi Chavaski is the new featherweight champion! |
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Event:
Highland 73
Date: Jun 30, 2021 |
#R1# Chavaski misses with a hook. Waters is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own. Chavaski walks into a left hand. Chavaski on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere. Waters throws a right hand that misses
#CL# and Chavaski moves into the clinch. Waters avoids the elbow strike from Chavaski, against the cage.
Waters leaning against his opponent.
Chavaski blocks an uppercut.
#TD# Chavaski has picked Waters up - he's going for a ride! Chavaski dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard. Waters is trying to stand up here but Chavaski is controlling him well. Chavaski trying to control the action but Waters is working from the bottom. #SUB# Chavaski is trying to work for a kimura but Waters is defending well.
#SUB# Chavaski is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#T1##SUB# Chavaski is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Waters sees it coming and defends easily. Waters is not content to let Chavaski control the position. Chavaski passes to full mount! Chavaski trying to control but he's not successful this time. Waters is trying to stand.#SUB# Chavaski wants to finish this one by submission but Waters is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Chavaski. #SUB# Chavaski has control of Waters's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Waters regains control of the situation pretty easily.
#T2##SUB# Waters defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Chavaski. Chavaski trying to control but he's not successful this time. #SUB# Chavaski is working for a guillotine from mount but Waters frees his head quite easily.
Waters looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#SUB# Chavaski is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Waters is surviving well by controlling Chavaski's body position as best he can. 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! Chavaski sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T3##SUB# Chavaski working for a guillotine from mount but Waters is in no mood to give up. Chavaski controlling the pace for now. #SUB# Chavaski is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Waters can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
#SUB# Chavaski is working to isolate an arm here. It's a telegraphed submission attempt but he's gone for it anyway - and he's got it! Chavaski extends the arm and Waters is forced to tap!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Remi Chavaski! |
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Event:
Highland 67
Date: Jun 20, 2021 |
#R1##CL2# Chavaski has closed the distance and engaged Daskalakis in a clinch.
Daskalakis lands an elbow just above Chavaski 's eye. Chavaski blocks a body shot from Daskalakis. #TD2# Chavaski has Daskalakis pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Chavaski pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Daskalakis tumbling to the mat - Chavaski dives into Daskalakis's guard. Chavaski looking to pass the guard. Daskalakis 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. Chavaski trying to control but Daskalakis is working from the bottom. Chavaski is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Chavaski won't allow Daskalakis to sweep him here. Daskalakis manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Chavaski manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR##SUB2# Chavaski throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#T1# Chavaski is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent. Daskalakis lands a couple of digs. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Daskalakis wants to pass the guard but Chavaski is keeping the position.#SUB2# Daskalakis got a little sloppy there for a moment and Chavaski has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Daskalakis has managed to get both his arms back between Chavaski's legs - danger averted. Chavaski bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Daskalakis's guard. #REVB# Chavaski looking to pass the guard. Daskalakis looking for a sweep. Not yet Daskalakis, not yet. Chavaski is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. Daskalakis can't keep his opponent in guard - Chavaski advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #T2# Chavaski is looking to advance position but Daskalakis won't allow it. Chavaski wants to control but Daskalakis is keeping him busy. #SUB2# Chavaski 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.
Chavaski looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights. Daskalakis is trying to maintain the position but Chavaski is very close to passing his half guard. The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily. Daskalakis is trying to get back to full guard. The fighters are battling for position here. Daskalakis manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T3# Chavaski looking to pass the guard. Daskalakis not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Chavaski trying to control the position from guard on top but Daskalakis is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Chavaski pushing down on Daskalakis's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. Chavaski wants to free his trapped foot but Daskalakis is holding on for dear life with his legs. #SUB2# Chavaski is looking for a kimura but Daskalakis is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Chavaski to get the leverage. #SUB2# Chavaski is looking for a kimura here.
Chavaski is trying to control. Daskalakis wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T4# Chavaski seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. Daskalakis is looking to improve his position.
Daskalakis is not content to let Chavaski control the position. Daskalakis is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2# Chavaski is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Chavaski wants to lay and pray for a moment but Daskalakis keeps working. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Remi Chavaski dominated that round. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2# Chavaski shoots in looking for a takedown. Daskalakis tries to sprawl out of it but Chavaski keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Daskalakis manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. Daskalakis wants to clinch. Chavaski tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away. Daskalakis tries to clinch but Chavaski moves out of range. Chavaski swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Daskalakis tries to clinch there but Chavaski circles away.
Chavaski tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL# Daskalakis forces Chavaski back against the cage and clinches.#TD2# Chavaski works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard. A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Daskalakis holds on and takes a little breather. Chavaski controlling from the top position. #T1# Chavaski stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Daskalakis swivels though and keeps the full guard. Daskalakis working a defensive guard here.
Chavaski passes easily into side control. Nice work. Daskalakis is looking for a sweep. Daskalakis is working hard here to advance position. Chavaski wants to control for a moment but Daskalakis uses the opportunity to move back to half guard. Daskalakis wants to get back to full guard. Chavaski is looking to advance position but Daskalakis won't allow it. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2##SUB2# Chavaski is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Daskalakis defends it well. Daskalakis tries to roll over but Chavaski keeps him under control. Chavaski has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#SUB2# Chavaski is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. Chavaski trying to control from half guard but Daskalakis is working away. Daskalakis trying to control from the bottom.
#SUB2# Chavaski is working for a submission of some sort.
#T3# Chavaski stalling. Chavaski is pressing down on Daskalakis's thigh, looking to free his foot. Daskalakis is holding on for now. Chavaski is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen. Chavaski wants to free his trapped foot but Daskalakis is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T4# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd. Daskalakis wants to control but Chavaski is keeping busy.
Daskalakis moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard. Chavaski trying to control but Daskalakis is working from the bottom. Daskalakis pulls Chavaski in close to prevent any damage. #REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Daskalakis tries to clinch up but Chavaski circles away and keeps his distance. Chavaski looks to land a right hand but Daskalakis moved out of range.#CL# Daskalakis has managed to clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Remi Chavaski showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3# Daskalakis fails in his attempt to clinch. Remi Chavaski is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight. Daskalakis fails with an attempt to clinch.
Daskalakis doesn't manage to clinch there - Chavaski circles away.
Daskalakis tries to clinch but Chavaski is having none of it. Chavaski feints the counter takedown. Chavaski swats away the attempt to clinch by Daskalakis. Chavaski is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here. Chavaski will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts. Daskalakis tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Chavaski paws at him with a jab and circles away. The fight stays on the outside here - Daskalakis looks like he's thinking about clinching though. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Daskalakis is looking to take this fight into the clinch. Chavaski avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Chavaski tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#T1# Daskalakis moves in looking to clinch but Chavaski pushes him off. The fight stays on the outside here - Daskalakis looks like he's thinking about clinching though. Daskalakis fails in his attempt to clinch. Caligola Daskalakis seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Daskalakis tries to clinch but Chavaski is having none of it. Daskalakis tries to clinch but Chavaski moves away #TD2# and Chavaski counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Daskalakis! Chavaski trying to control the action but Daskalakis is working from the bottom. Chavaski is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position. Daskalakis is not content to let Chavaski control the position. #T2# Chavaski controls the position. Daskalakis stuck in half guard on the bottom here. Daskalakis is not content to let Chavaski control the position. Chavaski taking a breather here. Daskalakis is looking to regain half guard here but Chavaski keeps moving and retains side control. #T3# Daskalakis keeps Chavaski under control for a moment. Daskalakis is being controlled here. Daskalakis is positioning himself to get back to half guard. Daskalakis is letting Chavaski control him for a moment. Remi Chavaski has got the better of the ground game so far. Chavaski tries to move into full mount but can't pass Daskalakis's legs. Chavaski wants to control but Daskalakis is keeping him busy. The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace. Daskalakis can't do much from the bottom here. #T4# The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action. Chavaski controls the position from side control.#REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity. Daskalakis tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Chavaski manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Daskalakis tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #TD2# Chavaski looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard. Caligola Daskalakis has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Chavaski seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Daskalakis does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. Chavaski passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Daskalakis! Chavaski content just to control the position here. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Daskalakis tries to reverse the position but Chavaski maintains control.
And that's the end of the fight! Remi Chavaski comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I've got Chavaski winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 27:30 Judge Peter Branson scores the fight 27:30 Judge David Hoff scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Remi Chavaski! |
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Event:
Highland 59
Date: Jun 06, 2021 |
#R1# Chavaski is trying hard to land a takedown here. Turner sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. Chavaski motions for Turner to come forward. Chavaski throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. Turner connects with an inside leg kick. Turner throws a lazy body kick #TD# and Chavaski counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Turner! #SUB# Chavaski looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. Turner really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Chavaski. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out. Chavaski is trying to move to mount but Turner reverses beautifully and ends up in Chavaski's guard. Turner stopping the sweep attempt from Chavaski. Turner lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard. Turner throws an elbow that misses. Chavaski uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Turner's guard. Nice move by Chavaski!#REVR# This has been an exciting period of action! Chavaski content to stall in guard here. #T1# Chavaski pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Turner is keeping the position for now. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Chavaski controls the pace of the fight for a moment. Turner trying to keep a closed guard but Chavaski is proving a slippery customer.
Chavaski won't allow Turner to get back to his feet. Chavaski stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Turner swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2# Turner is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Chavaski defends well. Chavaski stays in close to Turner's body and controls the position. #T2# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd. Chavaski passes into half guard. Chavaski is looking to advance position but Turner won't allow it. Chavaski has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.#SUB# Chavaski is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Turner defends it well. Chavaski content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. Chavaski seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Turner for as long as he can get away with. The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily. Turner is trying to get back to full guard. Turner looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#T3##SUB2# Turner actively working from the bottom here. Chavaski content to control rather than advance. Chavaski is pressing down on Turner's thigh, looking to free his foot. Turner is holding on for now. The referee calls for the fighters to work.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.#SUB# Chavaski is trying to work for a kimura but Turner is defending well.
#T4# My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer. Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Chavaski in particular looking to stall. Chavaski passes to side control. Chavaski controls the position. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Turner tries to buck Chavaski off but Chavaski is having none of it. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Remi Chavaski dominated that round. 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# Chavaski scores with a slapping inside leg kick. BH Turner seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Turner throws a body punch but Chavaski moves out of range. Turner fakes a jab and scores with a low kick. Turner is looking to slow Chavaski down with leg kicks. Nice takedown defense from Chavaski. No joy for Turner on that attempt. Turner misses with a low kick. Chavaski uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Turner.
Chavaski feinted with a counter takedown. Chavaski throws an overhand right that lands on Turner's shoulder, as Turner tries to avoid the shot. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Turner avoids a low kick by using good footwork. Turner throws a lazy uppercut
#TD# and Chavaski counters with a shoot takedown. Turner fights it but they end up in guard. Turner is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Chavaski dives into side control.
#REVB# Turner tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Chavaski wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T1# Chavaski has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Turner! Turner tries to lock up and control but Chavaski gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#SUB# Chavaski has hold of an arm here, looking to extend it. He's committed to the armbar attempt here! Will he get it?! Yes! Turner is forced to tap!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:33 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Remi Chavaski! In defeat, BH Turner stepped up to the mic, saying 'shit happens'. |
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Event:
Highland 53
Date: May 27, 2021 |
#R1# Diaz doesn't manage to clinch there - Chavaski circles away.
Chavaski swats away the attempt to clinch by Diaz. Diaz swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Chavaski with the counter takedown but Diaz avoids it easily. Diaz is looking to clinch but Chavaski is avoiding it.
Chavaski looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights. Chavaski throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean. Diaz lands the left hand. Diaz darts in trying to clinch#TD2# and Chavaski decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Diaz's guard. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Diaz is adopting a defensive guard. Chavaski engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T1# Diaz keeping moving, preventing Chavaski from controlling successfully. Chavaski is stalling in the full guard. Diaz keeping moving, preventing Chavaski from controlling successfully. Chavaski content to stall in guard here. Diaz will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions. Chavaski trying to control the position from guard on top but Diaz is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Chavaski stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Diaz swivels though and keeps the full guard. #REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T2# The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#CL# Chavaski tries to keep at a distance but Diaz has taken the fight into the clinch. Chavaski is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Diaz gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt. Diaz misses with a hook from the clinch. Chavaski pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage. Diaz makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. Diaz lands a nice shot to the body. Diaz gets through Chavaski's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Chavaski changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Diaz fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Diaz scores with a nice head shot. Diaz throws a good cross that connects.
Diaz tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Chavaski paws at him with a jab and circles away. Chavaski changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#T3# Decent striking displayed by Diaz there. Chavaski thows a leg kick but Diaz checks it and Diaz counters with a stiff right hand. A jab from Diaz finds it's way through Chavaski's defenses. #TD2# Chavaski closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Diaz's guard. Chavaski's corner is telling him to maintain position. Chavaski looking to pass the guard. Diaz is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. Chavaski is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T4# Chavaski wants to control from the top but Diaz keeps moving. Chavaski engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Chavaski wants to control from the top but Diaz keeps moving. #REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. A low kick from Chavaski is predictable there and Chavaski takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Chavaski has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Diaz finds it's way round the side to connect with Chavaski's head. The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so! The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. An inside leg kick from Chavaski misses. Noel Diaz seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Diaz lands the left hand.#CL# Diaz closes the distance and clinches. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Noel Diaz dominated that round. That's time! Diaz's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2# Chavaski swats away the attempt to clinch by Diaz. Chavaski is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here. The fight stays on the outside here - Diaz looks like he's thinking about clinching though. Diaz scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent. Diaz pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Chavaski back to the cage. Diaz follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver. Chavaski is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Diaz cracks Chavaski with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#ROC#Chavaski is rocked! Diaz is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.#CL# Diaz instigates a clinch. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Diaz tries to throw a body punch but Chavaski avoids it by throwing Diaz back against the cage. #TD2# Chavaski gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Chavaski trying to control the position from guard on top but Diaz is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Chavaski slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T1# Diaz trying to control the position here. Chavaski stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Diaz swivels though and keeps the full guard. Chavaski works a leg free and moves into half guard. #T2# My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer. Diaz is trying to get back to full guard. Chavaski is keen to just control but Diaz is a slippery customer. Chavaski is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Diaz! Diaz is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Chavaski can do to turn this around? Chavaski controlling from the full mount. #SUB2# Chavaski is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Diaz has managed to escape the submission attempt.
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. Chavaski tries to control but Diaz wriggling away. Diaz is looking to improve his position but Chavaski isn't that keen on the idea.#T3# Chavaski tries to control but Diaz wriggling away. Chavaski controlling from mount. Chavaski avoids the attempt from Diaz to control. Diaz is looking to get to half guard. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Diaz is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. Diaz is in all sorts of trouble here.
#T4# The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action. Chavaski trying to control but Diaz is having none of it. Diaz can't escape the position.
#SUB2# Chavaski goes for an armbar but Diaz turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Diaz. #SUB2# Chavaski had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Diaz defends it easily.#SUB2# Chavaski working for a triangle but Diaz defends it easily.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2# Chavaski is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Remi Chavaski will probably get the nod - 10:9. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R3# Diaz lands a slapping body shot.
The fight stays on the outside here - Diaz looks like he's thinking about clinching though. Chavaski with the counter takedown but Diaz avoids it easily.#TD2# Chavaski shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. #SUB# Chavaski got a little sloppy there for a moment and Diaz has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Chavaski has managed to get both his arms back between Diaz's legs - danger averted. Chavaski controls from within his opponent's guard. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Chavaski stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Diaz swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T1# Chavaski's corner is telling him to maintain position. Diaz working a defensive guard but Chavaski passes into half guard.
#SUB2# Chavaski is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Diaz has managed to free his arm - good work. Chavaski wants to take a breather but Diaz is having none of it. Diaz is trying to get back to full guard. Chavaski has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. #T2# Diaz tries to hold on but Chavaski postures up.#SUB2# Chavaski working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet. Diaz is looking to get to half guard.#SUB2# Chavaski goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Diaz is on top in guard.
Diaz wants to pass the guard but Chavaski is keeping the position.#T3# Diaz passes into half guard. Chavaski wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2# Chavaski looking for submissions from an awkward position here. Diaz tries to pass to full mount but Chavaski defends it. Chavaski is trying to get back to full guard. Diaz is looking to advance position but Chavaski won't allow it. #T4# The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action. Chavaski wants to control but Diaz is keeping busy and won't allow it. Diaz is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Diaz tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. Chavaski tries to hold on but Diaz pushes him away. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Diaz sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but Noel Diaz did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it. That's time! Diaz's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R4# Diaz moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination. Diaz scores with a crisp jab that stopped Chavaski in his tracks. Diaz throws a good cross that connects.
Chavaski uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Diaz. Diaz misses with a hook. Chavaski ducked under it nicely. Diaz fails with an attempt to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Diaz scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard. Diaz fails in his attempt to clinch. Diaz is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all. The fighters circling - Diaz throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Diaz throws out a loose jab but Chavaski uses good head movement to avoid it. #T1# Diaz looks to land a right hand but Chavaski moved out of range. Chavaski keeps the fight on the outside. Chavaski with the counter takedown but Diaz avoids it easily. Chavaski walks into a stiff left hand from Diaz. Diaz tries to clinch but Chavaski moves away #TD2# and Chavaski counters with a shoot takedown. Diaz fights it but they end up in guard. #SUB# Chavaski is posturing up here but Diaz has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Chavaski tries to roll out but it's too tight and Chavaski has to tap! Slick submission there by Diaz!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:43 of round 4, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Noel Diaz! Noel Diaz retains his featherweight title! After the fight, Noel Diaz was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly. |
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Event:
Highland 46
Date: May 17, 2021 |
#R1# Rinda takes a swing at Chavaski's ribcage but misses. Rinda throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. Rinda definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight. Rinda throws out a powerful jab. Chavaski looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Rinda is fending him off so far but Chavaski persists. Nope, Rinda circles away and we're back to standing. Chavaski's coach down at Tez’s Stand N Bang ! was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Chavaski's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.#CL2# Chavaski takes the fight into the clinch. #TD# Rinda pulls guard effortlessly. #SUB# Rinda escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Chavaski gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Chavaski wants to control from the top but Rinda keeps moving. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB# Chavaski got a little sloppy there for a moment and Rinda has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Chavaski has managed to get both his arms back between Rinda's legs - danger averted. Chavaski wants to control from the top but Rinda keeps moving. #SUB# Rinda is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#T1# Chavaski forces his way into half guard.#SUB# Rinda looking for submissions off his back. Chavaski is looking to advance position but Rinda won't allow it. Rinda keeps control of the position for the meantime. Chavaski performing his best blanket impression for a moment. Chavaski is looking to take a break and control but Rinda is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T2# There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.#SUB# Rinda looking for submissions from an awkward position here. Chavaski is trying to control the action in half guard but Rinda is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB2# Chavaski is working for a submission of some sort.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult. Chavaski is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen. Chavaski is thwarting Rinda's attempts to control the position.#SUB# Rinda looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T3# Chavaski trying to mount his opponent but Rinda defends it. #SUB# Rinda looking for a kimura from the bottom but Chavaski passes into side control!#SUB2# Chavaski is working for what looks like an arm triangle here. Rinda is trying to escape and Chavaski transitions quickly into an armbar! He's slapped it on tight and Rinda is forced to tap! Nice work there by Chavaski! Very nice indeed!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Remi Chavaski! |
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Event:
Highland 38
Date: May 06, 2021 |
#R1# A jab from Chavaski misses. #TD# Chavaski shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Chavaski showed some decent athleticism there. Glenswilly is refusing to be controlled, as Chavaski sits in half guard. Glenswilly is trying to stand back up but Chavaski is controlling him
Chavaski trying to control from half guard but Glenswilly is working away. Chavaski stalling. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB# Chavaski is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Glenswilly sees it coming and defends easily. Chavaski controlling the pace. #T1# Chavaski stops Glenswilly from getting back to his feet.
#SUB# Chavaski wants to work for an arm triangle but Glenswilly is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Glenswilly looks like he's trying to stand up.
#SUB# Chavaski in half guard on the top. He's looking for a kimura... He's got it locked and he's managed to free his trapped foot. Glenswilly tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Chavaski!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Remi Chavaski! |
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Event:
Highland 27
Date: Apr 21, 2021 |
#R1# Quirk throws a series of punches but Chavaski moves out of range. Quirk lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Quirk cracks Chavaski with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.#CL2# Quirk drives through and clinches with Chavaski against the cage.
Chavaski has Quirk pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Quirk manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. Quirk is defending well against a takedown attempt. Chavaski is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Quirk is defending well. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Remi Chavaski. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD# Chavaski gets a trip takedown into half guard. Chavaski is controlling the pace.
Quirk is staying active underneath Chavaski, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T1# Quirk is looking to improve his position.
#SUB# Chavaski is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Quirk sees it coming and defends easily. Quirk is looking to escape. Quirk is looking to improve his position.
Quirk wants to control but Chavaski is keeping busy.
Chavaski passes to full mount! #SUB# Chavaski looking to secure an arm triangle but Quirk defends it well. #T2# Quirk keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Chavaski takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#SUB# Chavaski has control of Quirk's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Quirk regains control of the situation pretty easily.
#SUB# Chavaski looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet. Chavaski takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though. Chavaski looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.#T3# Chavaski looking to control but Quirk is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #SUB# The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult. Chavaski with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Chavaski trying to control but he's not successful this time. #SUB# Chavaski is working close to his opponent, looking to work a submission by the looks of things. Oh, he's managed to get a guillotine from mount as his opponent reached up! That looks tiiiiight! Will he tap? YES, he's tapped! Impressive submission by Chavaski!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Remi Chavaski! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 19, 2021 |
#R1##CL# Chavaski takes the fight into the clinch. #BC2# Telheiras breaks the clinch.
#TD# Chavaski shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Telheiras manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage. Telheiras keeping moving, preventing Chavaski from controlling successfully. Chavaski tries to free his leg and advance position but Telheiras is retaining full guard. Chavaski trying to control but Telheiras is working from the bottom. Telheiras trying to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Chavaski wants to control from the top but Telheiras keeps moving. Chavaski stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Telheiras swivels though and keeps the full guard. Chavaski trying to control but Telheiras is working from the bottom. #T1# Chavaski stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Telheiras swivels though and keeps the full guard. Telheiras is looking to sweep but instead, Chavaski has passed into half guard.
Chavaski tries to pass to full mount but Telheiras defends it. Chavaski frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Chavaski avoids the attempt from Telheiras to control. Telheiras is squirming around, avoiding Chavaski's attempts to control the action. Telheiras wants to control but Chavaski is having none of it. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2# Telheiras is wriggling around trying to escape.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Telheiras can do anything to dispel that myth. Chavaski trying to control but Telheiras is having none of it. Chavaski takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though. Chavaski can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Telheiras is looking to escape. #SUB# Chavaski is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Telheiras can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
Telheiras swinging wildly from the bottom but he's not landing. #T3# Chavaski trying to control but Telheiras is having none of it. Telheiras really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Chavaski. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB# Chavaski is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Telheiras to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Telheiras shrugs it off. #SUB# Chavaski looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead. We've been informed that Telheiras has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight. Telheiras is in all sorts of trouble here.
Chavaski trying to control but he's not successful this time. #SUB# Chavaski is working for a guillotine from mount but Telheiras frees his head quite easily.
#T4##SUB# Chavaski with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Telheiras tries to get back to half guard but can't. Chavaski trying to control but Telheiras is having none of it. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Chavaski controlling his opponent. Telheiras wants to control but Chavaski is having none of it. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Remi Chavaski dominated that round. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2# Telheiras closes this distance looking for a takedown but Chavaski circles away. A telegraphed right hand from Chavaski misses the target. Chavaski stuffs the takedown attempt from Telheiras. Telheiras gets slowly back to his feet. Chavaski tries to close the distance and clinch up but Telheiras swats him away and circles back towards the center. Chavaski wants to clinch up but Telheiras keeps it at a distance. Chavaski fails in his attempt to clinch. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Chavaski tries to clinch up#TD2# and Telheiras decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Chavaski's guard. Chavaski looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T1##SUB# Telheiras is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Chavaski has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Telheiras is looking to defend but Chavaski has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Telheiras! Chavaski pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Telheiras taps out and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:22 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Remi Chavaski! |
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