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Event:
SMASH: Black Terror vs Boomer
Date: May 06, 2023 |
#R1#
Masters throws a left and a right that both miss
and Nickle counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
We've been informed that Masters 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.
Good shot there by Nickle.
Masters tries to clinch but Nickle moves out of range.
Nickle is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Nickle. Masters does a little dance to reset his feet.
Masters with a lazy takedown attempt
and Nickle counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Nickle misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Nickle swings for the body but Masters moves out of range.
Masters is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Masters fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Nickle sprawls well initially but Masters persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Nickle is trying to stand.
#T1##SUB2#
Masters is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Masters wants to pass the guard but Nickle is defending well.
Nickle is looking to get back to is feet but Masters passes into side control.
#SUB2#
Masters thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Nickle is pushing Masters's head away, looking to escape. Masters manages to hold on to the position though.
Masters tries to move to mount but Nickle blocks the move with his legs.
Nickle tries to escape but Masters is in control.
Nickle seems a little lost for a moment, as Masters dominates the positioning.
Masters trying to control the action but Nickle is working from the bottom.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Nickle stops Masters from passing to mount. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T3#
Nickle scores with a sloppy right hand. Masters should have avoided that one. #TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Nickle enables Masters to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Nickle manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.#ES#
Nickle scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Nickle scores with the left hand. Masters knows he should have avoided that one.
Masters has a takedown stuffed.
Masters takes one on the button.#T4#
Nickle just misses with a punch to the body.
Masters drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Nickle defends it well.
Nickle is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Nickle throws a lazy right hand but Masters sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nickle looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Masters tries to clinch there but Nickle circles away.
Nickle works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Nickle with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Masters to score with a decent uppercut.
Masters shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Nickle cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Dill Nickle dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Masters looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Nickle throws a body punch but Masters moves out of range.
Despite the aggression on Masters's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Nickle avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Masters takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.#CL2#
Masters closes the distance and clinches.#BC#
Nickle breaks the clinch.
We've been told by Nickle's head coaches at Punch Out Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Nickle is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nickle looks to land a combination but Masters avoids it well.
Nickle scores with a decent looking hook.
Nickle cracks Masters with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.#T1#
Nickle throws a body shot but no joy.
Nickle misses with a hook. Masters ducked under it nicely.
Masters changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Nickle jabs Masters right on the nose. Masters blinks but takes it well.
Dill Nickle is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Nickle walks into a jab.
Nickle falls off balance throwing a combination
enabling Masters to counter with a crisp jab.
Nickle keeps the fight on the outside.#TD2#
Masters shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Nickle's guard.
Masters trying to control but Nickle is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2##ES#
Nickle kicks Masters off and gets to his feet.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nickle misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
#CL2#
Masters clinches up against the cage.
Masters misses with the head strike.
A right hook to the body lands for Nickle.
Nickle lands with a short shot to the head.
Nickle is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.#TD2#
Masters ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Masters no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Nickle stopping the sweep attempt from Masters.#SU#
Nickle gets to his feet. Masters looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son! #T3#
Masters is looking to clinch.
Nickle misses with an uppercut
#TD2#
and Masters decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Nickle's guard.
Nickle wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Masters manages to pass to side control. #REVR#
Masters seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Nickle is looking to escape.
Masters wants to lay and pray for a moment but Nickle keeps working. #T4#
Masters content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #SUB2#
Masters is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Nickle is trying to escape back to his feet but Masters uses the scramble to pass into side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nickle wants to get back to his feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Dill Nickle will probably get the nod.
That's time! Nickle's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Masters fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Masters fails with the takedown
and Nickle connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Masters fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Nickle avoids it really well and circles away.
Dill Nickle has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Millard Masters.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Masters is looking to clinch.
Nickle throws a right and a left that both miss.
Nickle's jab looks to have found its range, popping Masters under the eye.#T1#
Nickle takes a swing at Masters's ribcage but misses.
Masters shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
enabling Nickle to counter with a crisp jab.
Masters wants to clinch up but Nickle keeps it at a distance.
Nickle misses with a hook.
Masters is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Nickle.
Nickle connects with a right hand. Masters shakes it off.
Nickle loads up on a big right hand but Masters slips the punch.#T2#
Nickle lands a jab to the nose.
A big left from Nickle misses.
Masters fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Nickle lands a glancing blow to the side of Masters's head.
Nickle misses with a double jab
#TD2#
and Masters counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Masters stops Nickle from getting back to his feet.
#T3#
Masters content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #ES#
Nickle manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Nickle lands with a nice body punch.
Masters wants to clinch
and Nickle counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Nickle misses with a hook.
Masters tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#T4#
Masters doesn't manage to clinch there - Nickle circles away.
A quick step to the side and Nickle tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nickle keeps the fight on the outside.
Nickle is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Masters can do to turn this around?
Masters is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Nickle.
Millard Masters has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Nickle lands a jab to Masters's midsection.
Nickle circles away from the clinch attempt
and Nickle counters with a three punch combo that has Masters backing up. Masters nods at Nickle to acknowledge the strikes.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Masters shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Nickle sprawls well. Nickle wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Masters gets slowly back to his feet.
Nickle seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
And that's the end of the fight!
Dill Nickle showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Nickle, 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 John Mangel scores the fight 30:27
Judge Steve Erwin scores the fight 30:27
Judge Bruno Hogan scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dill Nickle!
A relieved looking Dill Nickle thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
Millard Masters spoke after the fight, saying 'Damn, I will go back to the gym and get stronger'. |
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Event:
SMASH: Hatfield vs Tonon
Date: Apr 09, 2023 |
#R1#
Draganov throws a low kick but Masters avoids it.
Masters with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Draganov to score with a decent uppercut.
Draganov throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Draganov smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Draganov throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Draganov lands with a thumping leg kick.
Draganov scores with a nice strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Masters walks into a left hand.
Draganov cracks Masters with a right hand to the side of the head.
Masters takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Draganov lands a head shot.#T1#
Draganov lands a jab to the head.
Draganov fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Draganov throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Masters stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Draganov connects with a body shot.
A left lands for Draganov.
Masters walks forward, straight into a front kick from Draganov.
Draganov fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Draganov lands with a cross.
Masters takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Draganov with a hook.
Masters takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Draganov throws a body shot but no joy.
Draganov lands a jab to Masters's midsection.
Masters avoids a kick to the body.
Nice jab there from Draganov.
Draganov has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
A solid leg kick lands there for Draganov.
Draganov is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Draganov thows a leg kick but Masters checks it
and Masters counters with a two punch combo.
Draganov lands with a cross.
A left lands for Draganov.#T3#
Draganov fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
A punch lands to the side of Masters 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Masters moves forwards but Draganov connects with a nice, crisp jab.
A head kick misses from Draganov.
Jab by Draganov.#ROC2#Masters is rocked!
Draganov misses with a low kick.
Draganov throws a leg kick
and Masters counters with a left to the body.
Draganov lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Draganov tests Masters's chin there with a solid looking shot.#T4#
Masters on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Ivan Draganov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Draganov smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Draganov throws a low kick but Masters moves out of range easily.
Masters attempts a counter takedown but Draganov avoids it well and moves away.
Ivan Draganov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Draganov jabs Masters to the body, keeping him at a distance.
A punch combination from Draganov misses.
Masters half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Draganov is looking to score with low kicks.
Masters is looking for a counter combo.
Masters slips a jab and a cross from Draganov.
Draganov bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Masters's head backwards.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ivan Draganov dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Masters checks the leg kick nicely there.
Draganov walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Masters checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Ivan Draganov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Masters chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Draganov can pounce on him.
Draganov clobbers Masters with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Draganov changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Masters might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Draganov throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Draganov connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Masters drops his hands momentarily and Draganov takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Millard Masters is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Draganov lands an overhand right.#KD2#
Draganov lands a big head kick that sends Masters tumbling to the mat! Draganov takes a step backwards and waves Masters back to his feet - he wants the finish!
Oh Masters is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#T1#
Draganov fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Masters has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
A chopping leg kick lands by Draganov.
Draganov moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Masters seems to have got his legs back now.
Draganov throws a shot to the body.
Good leg kick by Draganov.
Draganov throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Masters attempts a counter takedown but Draganov avoids it well and moves away.
Masters is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Draganov jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Draganov throws a body punch but Masters moves out of range.
Masters changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Masters checks a leg kick.
Masters changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Masters has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Draganov.#T2#
Draganov connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Draganov clobbers Masters with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Draganov scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Masters doesn't seem bothered though.
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!
Masters on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Draganov fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Masters.
Draganov connects with a leg kick.
Draganov works the jab nicely.
An inside leg kick lands from Draganov.
A clash of legs there as Masters blocks the low kick.
An attempted straight right counter from Masters misses the target.#T3#
A jab lands there for Draganov.
Nice shot lands for Draganov.
Masters moves out of range as Draganov strikes.
Masters attempts a counter takedown but Draganov avoids it well and moves away.
Draganov connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Draganov lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Masters takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.#KD2#
Draganov cracks Masters with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Masters looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Draganov finish him?
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Draganov scores with a body shot.
#T4#
Draganov swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Masters seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Masters takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
A lazy left from Draganov finds it's target.
Draganov swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
#TD#
and Masters counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Masters stops Draganov from standing up.
Masters tries to free his leg and advance position but Draganov is retaining full guard.
Masters sitting in guard here, content to control.
Draganov keeping full guard, as Masters tries to pass.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ivan Draganov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Draganov sizes up Masters with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Draganov with a jab.
Nice body kick from Draganov.
Masters takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Draganov lands the left hand.
Decent striking displayed by Draganov there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Masters takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Draganov throws a sloppy head kick and Masters moves out of range easily.
Masters attempts a counter takedown but Draganov avoids it well and moves away.
Draganov lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#T1#
Draganov misses with a low kick.
Masters tries to counter with a takedown but Draganov is quick to defend against it.
Draganov lands with a nice body punch.
Draganov lands a leg kick that knocks Masters off balance momentarily.
Draganov connects with a single shot there.
Draganov's jab looks to have found its range, popping Masters under the eye.
Donk. Draganov catches Masters right on the button with a cross.
Draganov moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Masters with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Draganov to score with a decent uppercut.
Ivan Draganov is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Draganov circles and sees the opportunity to plant his feet and throw a really nice straight left hand that drops Masters to the canvas! Masters doesn't know where he is but he's trying to survive - Draganov keeps piling on the pressure and forces the referee to step in! This one is aaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:06 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ivan Draganov!
Ivan Draganov tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.
Millard Masters was interviewed post fight and said 'Damn, I will go back to the gym and get stronger'. |
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Event:
SMASH: Choke vs Bartz 2
Date: Mar 25, 2023 |
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
A slapping body kick lands there for Barbosa.
That kick from Barbosa tenderised Masters's leg. Masters is trying to keep his angry face on.
Barbosa takes a swing at Masters's ribcage but misses.
Masters with the counter takedown but Barbosa avoids it easily.
A decent looking cross lands there for Barbosa.
Barbosa cracks Masters with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.#CUT#It looks like Millard Masters has been cut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
No joy there for Barbosa, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Masters tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#T1#
Barbosa fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Masters manages to avoid it.
Masters with the counter takedown but Barbosa avoids it easily.
Masters has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.#KD#
Barbosa drops Masters with a beautiful combination! Masters stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Barbosa is looking for the KO!
A combination from Barbosa does no damage.
Masters steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Barbosa.
Barbosa looks to land a right hand but Masters moved out of range.#T2#
Barbosa scores with a spinning back kick!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Masters takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Masters on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Barbosa lands a head shot.
Barbosa lands a nice looking body shot.
Barbosa looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#T3#
Barbosa throws a push kick but Masters slaps the foot to one side.
Masters with the counter takedown but Barbosa avoids it easily.
Good leg kick by Barbosa.
Masters on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Barbosa moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Barbosa misses with a kick to the body.
It seemed like Masters was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T4#
Barbosa scores with a sloppy right hand. Masters should have avoided that one.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
A nice leg kick lands there from Barbosa.
Barbosa connects with a solid leg kick.
Barbosa scores with a jab.
Barbosa lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Edson Bidon Barbosa dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Millard Masters's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
A big left from Barbosa misses.
Masters chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Barbosa can pounce on him.
Barbosa lands with a cross.
Barbosa swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Masters is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Barbosa misses with a straight left.
Masters with the counter takedown but Barbosa avoids it easily.#T1#
Masters blocks the body kick.
A low kick lands for Barbosa.
Decent striking displayed by Barbosa there.
Masters keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Masters tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Barbosa will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Millard Masters is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T2#
Barbosa takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Barbosa connects with the punch.#ROC#Masters is rocked!
The fighters circling - Barbosa throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Masters with the counter takedown but Barbosa avoids it easily.
Barbosa connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Edson Bidon Barbosa is winning the standup battle so far.#T3#
Barbosa with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Edson Bidon Barbosa seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Barbosa missing with a left hand there. Masters was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Edson Bidon Barbosa is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Barbosa throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Barbosa is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Barbosa comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Barbosa scores with a decent looking hook.#T4#
Masters keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Barbosa.
Masters takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Barbosa delivers a nice body kick.
Barbosa takes a swing at Masters's ribcage but misses.
Masters tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Masters gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Edson Bidon Barbosa dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Millard Masters's cut.
That's time! Barbosa's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Masters keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Barbosa.
Masters looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Masters uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Barbosa.
Barbosa connects with a solid leg kick.
Barbosa throws a good cross that connects.
Masters's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Barbosa throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Masters sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Masters feints the counter takedown.#T1#
Barbosa scores with a spinning back kick!
Barbosa is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Masters can do to turn this around?
A telegraphed right hand from Barbosa misses the target.
Masters drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Barbosa defends it well.#KD#
Barbosa cracks Masters with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Barbosa has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Masters to stand back up!
Masters is still on wobbly legs! Can Barbosa finish him?
Barbosa looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Masters seems to have recovered his senses.
Barbosa uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Edson Bidon Barbosa is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
A nice leg kick lands there from Barbosa.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Barbosa lands with a nice body kick.
Good exchange - Barbosa coming out on top.
A big right from Barbosa misses.
Masters throws out a counter right but Barbosa avoids it with no problem.#T3#
Barbosa scores with a jab to the head.
Barbosa connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Barbosa getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Barbosa connects with a good right hand that stumbles Masters. Masters circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Good exchange - Barbosa coming out on top.#T4#
Masters bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Masters tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Millard Masters has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Barbosa looks to score with a jab to the body but Masters is just out of range.
Masters looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Barbosa lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Masters backs up against the cage.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Barbosa jabs Masters to the body, keeping him at a distance.
And that's the end of the fight!
Edson Bidon Barbosa showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Barbosa has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Ron Honeybunn scores the fight 30:24
Judge Chris Dean scores the fight 30:24
Judge Eliza Hachem scores the fight 30:24
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Edson Bidon Barbosa!
An out of breath Edson Bidon Barbosa thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
Millard Masters was interviewed post fight and said 'Damn, I will go back to the gym and get stronger'. |
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Event:
SMASH: Reedtz vs Hatfield
Date: Mar 04, 2023 |
#R1#
Horrible takedown attempt by Masters or perhaps it was just good defense by Shredder, which made it look bad.
Masters takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Shredder lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Masters seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Shredder stuns Masters with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Slash Shredder seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Masters shoots in for a takedown but Shredder shows good takedown defense.
Shredder connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Shredder tests Masters's chin there with a solid looking shot.
No luck for Masters with that takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Millard Masters. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Shredder clobbers Masters with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Masters takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Masters takes a shot to the body in his stride.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nice shot lands for Shredder.
Shredder with a jab.
Shredder lands a jab to the head.
#T1#
Masters misses with a double jab.
Shredder connects with a looping right hand.
Shredder throws a good cross that connects.
Masters needs to keep his hands up - Shredder had a free shot at his head there.
Shredder jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
A lazy left from Shredder finds it's target.
Shredder scores with a punch to the head.
Shredder avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Slash Shredder is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Masters connects with a jab.
Masters takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Shredder lands with a good body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Masters takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Decent striking displayed by Shredder there.
Shredder throws a body shot but no joy.
Shredder fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Shredder throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Shredder works Masters's body with a nice hook.#T2#
Shredder fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Masters takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Shredder thuds a left hand into Masters's body.
Shredder lands a nice shot to the body.
Shredder swats away the attempt to clinch by Masters.
Shredder throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Shredder cracks Masters with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Shredder throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Masters stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Shredder scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Shredder cracks Masters with a good jab.
Masters walks into a jab.
Masters takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
A slow jab from Masters misses its intended target.
Masters moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Shredder scores with a nice strike.#T3#
Nice jab there from Shredder.
Masters takes one on the button.
Shredder lands with a straight right. Masters didn't see that one coming.
Shredder lands a lovely overhand right.
Shredder ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Shredder lands with a straight right. Masters didn't see that one coming.
Shredder lands an overhand right.
A shot to the body from Shredder misses
and Shredder takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Shredder connects with a body shot that sends Masters's belly button to the back.
Shredder uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Shredder misses the shot to the body.
A jab lands there for Shredder.
Shredder lands a nice shot that snaps Masters's head back.
Masters misses with a hook.
No luck for Masters with that takedown attempt. #T4#
Shredder cracks Masters with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
A jab from Shredder does it's job there.
Shredder feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Masterss jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Shredder takes a swing at Masters's ribcage but misses.
Masters on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Shredder stuffs the takedown attempt from Masters. Masters gets slowly back to his feet.
Masters is looking to clinch but Shredder is avoiding it.
Shredder has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Shredder lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Shredder with a jab.
Shredder uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Masters walks into a stiff left hand from Shredder.
Shredder throws a body shot but no joy.
Masters drops down looking for a counter takedown but Shredder sprawls and moves away.
Masters wants to clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Slash Shredder 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#
Shredder lands a slapping body shot.
Shredder connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
A left lands for Shredder.
Masters walks into a left hand.
Shredder scores with a jab to the body.
Masters takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Shredder punishes Masters's body with a nice straight punch.
Shredder sizes up Masters with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Masters walks into a jab.
Shredder thuds a left hand into Masters's body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Shredder fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Masters might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Shredder displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Masters throws out the jab.
Shredder lands with a straight right. Masters didn't see that one coming.
Shredder thuds his right hand into Masters's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
This is turning into a torrid day at the office for Masters. He's trying desperately to land a takedown but he's failing miserably and getting slapped silly on the feet to compound his misery.
Shredder takes a swing at Masters's ribcage but misses.
Masters changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.#T1#
Shredder jabs at Masters's body.
Slash Shredder seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Shredder connects with a single shot there.
Masters avoids the body shot from Shredder.
Shredder tests Masters's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Shredder tests Masters's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Millard Masters is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Shredder stuns Masters with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Masters gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Shredder throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#TD#
Masters shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Masters was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB#
Masters goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Shredder has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Masters but great work by Shredder.
Masters tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Shredder presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount! #T2#
Shredder prevents Masters from getting the reversal.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Shredder avoids the attempt from Masters to control.
Masters can't escape the position.
Shredder tries to stand up but he's trapped just for the moment.
Masters really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#T3#
Shredder is trying to stand up but he's being controlled by his opponent.
Masters is looking to get to half guard.
Masters looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back!
Masters tries to roll but Shredder sticks to his back.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Masters breaks Shredder's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Masters stands and throws Shredder's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Masters controlling from side mount.
Shredder regains half guard there - taking advantage of Masters's attempt to lay and pray for a moment. #SUB#
Masters is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Shredder has managed to free his arm - good work.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Slash Shredder showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Shredder comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Shredder is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Masters avoids the body shot from Shredder.
#TD#
Masters closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Shredder did well to prevent Masters getting side control.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Shredder won't allow Masters to pass to mount.
Shredder has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Masters prevents Shredder from standing back up.
Shredder is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Masters is keen to just control but Shredder is a slippery customer.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.#T1#
Masters is pressing down on Shredder's thigh, looking to free his foot. Shredder is holding on for now. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Shredder lunges at Masters with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Masters's hand.
Shredder scores with a jab. Masters acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Masters takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Nice straight punches there by Shredder. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Shredder.
Shredder throws out a powerful jab.#CL#
Masters fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Shredder, pushing him back against the cage.
Shredder lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Shredder lands a hook to the side of the head.
Shredder prevents a takedown attempt there.
#TD#
Masters drags the fight down to the ground.
Slash Shredder is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Shredder tries to stand but Masters is controlling from the bottom. #SUB#
Masters escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Shredder gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Masters trying to keep a closed guard but Shredder is proving a slippery customer.
#SUB#
Masters is looking for a triangle here but Shredder uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Shredder tries to get to his feet but he's trapped momentarily. #T3#
Shredder gets to mount! Masters was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly.
Masters really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Shredder is trying to stand up but he's being controlled by his opponent.
Masters really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#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.
Millard Masters has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Shredder tries to get up but Masters was controlling his body and he's reversed into guard.
Shredder keeping moving, preventing Masters from controlling successfully.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Shredder wants to get back to his feet but Masters passes into half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Slash Shredder comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Shredder 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 Ron Honeybunn scores the fight 26:30
Judge Topper Green scores the fight 26:30
Judge Steve Erwin scores the fight 26:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Slash Shredder!
Millard Masters was interviewed post fight and said 'Damn, I will go back to the gym and get stronger'. |
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Event:
SMASH: Camara vs Wayne
Date: Feb 05, 2023 |
#R1#
Ivkov connects with a high kick.
Ivkov lands with a cross.
Ivkov pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Masters back to the cage. Ivkov follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.#ROC#Masters is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Millard Masters has been cut.
Ivkov misses with a telegraphed body shot
#TD2#
and Masters counters with a nice double leg into side control. Ivkov won't be happy with that. #SUB2#
Masters working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A 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.
Ivkov is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Ivkov definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#T1#
Masters tries to move into full mount but can't pass Ivkov's legs.
Ivkov can't do much from the bottom here.
Ivkov tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Ivkov can't do much from the bottom here. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Masters takes a little break here. Ivkov wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.#SUB2#
Masters tries for a kimura but Ivkov is defending well.
Ivkov being controlled for a moment.
Ivkov knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Masters on the ground.#SUB2#
Masters has hold of Ivkov's arm here. He's working for an Americana. It looks like he might have it! Ivkov tries to escape but he's just digging himself in deeper - Masters cranks the arm and Ivkov screams in pain! The ref makes a decision and ends the fight before the tap - no complains from Ivkov, who is just happy to have his arm attached to his body.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Millard Masters!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Millard Masters waved his t-shirt featuring Action Apparel's logo in front of the cameras. |
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Event:
Highland 211
Date: Nov 27, 2022 |
#R1##TD#
Green shoots in and bounces Masters off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Green wants to control from the top but Masters keeps moving.
Green stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Masters swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Masters working a defensive guard here.
#SUB2#
Masters throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
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.
Masters looking for a sweep. Not yet Masters, not yet. #T1#
Green advances position into side control!#SUB#
Green working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Green is trying to move to mount but Masters reverses beautifully and ends up in Green's guard.
Masters preventing the sweep.
Green is trying to hold Masters in close to prevent damage but Masters has managed to pass into half guard.
Masters is figuring out what he wants to do next.#T2#
Masters wants to lay and pray for a moment but Green keeps working. #SUB#
Green is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Masters pulls his head out easily.
The fighters are battling for position here. Green manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Green is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Masters wants to control from the top but Green keeps moving.
Green bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Masters's guard. #REVR#
Green wants to control from the top but Masters keeps moving. #SUB2#
Masters looking for a guillotine here but Green defends easily.
#T3#
Green trying to control but Masters is working from the bottom.
Masters controls Green momentarily but Green frees himself.
Green advances to half guard.
Green trying to control the action but Masters is working from the bottom.
Masters is looking for a sweep. Green is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Green wants to take a breather but Masters is having none of it. #SUB2#
Masters is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Green pulls his head out easily.
Masters wants to get back to full guard.
Masters is looking to get back to full guard here but Green has managed to pass to side control instead.
Masters is not content to let Green control the position.
Green tries to move into full mount but can't pass Masters's legs.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Green is working hard here to advance position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ed Green dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Masters fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#CL2#
Masters has taken the fight to the clinch.
#TD#
Green pulls guard. #SUB#
Green working for submissions but it's allowed Masters to get to half guard.
Green is staying active underneath Masters, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Ed Green 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.
Masters is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Green is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Masters can do to turn this around?
Green wants to get back to full guard.#T1##SUB2#
Masters is working for a submission of some sort.
Green works his way to full guard. Good work.
Green can't keep his opponent in guard - Masters advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #SUB2#
Masters wants to work for an arm triangle but Green is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Masters trying to control the action but Green is working from the bottom.
Green is trying to get back to full guard.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Masters 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.
Green manages to get to full guard.
#SUB#
Green is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Masters is aware though and is defending well.
Green looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Masters got a little sloppy there for a moment and Green has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Masters has managed to get both his arms back between Green's legs - danger averted.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Green looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Masters passes into side control.
#SUB2#
Masters tries for a kimura but Green is defending well. #T3#
Masters is looking to take a break and control but Green is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Masters gets to mount! Green was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly.
Green is working to get back to half guard.
Masters can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Green is looking to escape.
Green can't escape the position.
#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Green sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Masters works his way into side control.
Green is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Masters is one step ahead and moves to full mount!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Green is in all sorts of trouble here.
Masters can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Green is looking to escape.
Green is looking to get to half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Millard Masters 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. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Masters tries to grapple but his opponent circles #TD#
and Green counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Masters!
Masters is trying to get back to half guard.
Green tries to advance to mount but Masters denies him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Green slows the pace down.
Masters gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #T1#
Masters works his way to full guard. Good work.
Masters keeping moving, preventing Green from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Masters looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Green passes into half guard.
Still in half guard, Green seems content to control.
Green trying to control from half guard but Masters is working away. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Masters is trying to control but can't.
Green is looking to advance position but Masters won't allow it.
Masters is trying to get back to full guard.
Green looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Green prevents Masters from improving his position.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Green seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Masters does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#T3##CL2#
Masters moves into range and clinches up with Green.#TD#
Green jumps guard.
Masters trying to control but Green is working from the bottom.
Green looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Masters wants to control from the top but Green keeps moving.
Green will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB#
Green is looking for a triangle here but Masters uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Green is trying to improve his position.#T4#
Masters advances nicely into full mount.
Masters avoids the attempt from Green to control.
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.
Green tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Masters trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Green tries to lock up and control but Masters gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Green is looking to get to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Masters wants to control the pace but Green is squirming around nicely. #SUB2#
Masters is working for a guillotine from mount but Green frees his head quite easily.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ed Green showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Green has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 29:28
Judge William Gold scores the fight 29:28
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ed Green!
Ed Green really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that HELLBENT logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.
The defeated Millard Masters had this to say: 'Damn, I will go back to the gym and get stronger'. |
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Event:
Highland 206
Date: Nov 11, 2022 |
#R1#
Joe will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
We've been told by Joe's head coaches at LA Fitness that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.#CL2#
Masters clinches up with Joe and pushes him back against the cage.
Masters prevents a body shot from Joe.
Joe misses with the head strike.
Masters jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Joe walks away with a smile on his face. Masters gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Joe swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
#TD2#
and Masters counters with a takedown into side control.
Joe prevents Masters from moving into mount.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Masters has knee on belly and moves into mount.
Masters controlling from mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Joe looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back!#T1##SUB2#
Joe showing good submission defense here.
Joe tries to break free.
Masters controls the position.
Masters trying to control.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB2#
Joe fending off the submission attempt from Masters. #SUB2#
Masters patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?#SUB2#
Joe defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Masters trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Joe doesn't escape. #T3##SUB2#
Masters 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, Joe has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
#SUB2#
Masters working from the back looking to end the fight with a rear naked choke. Joe is doing well to defend. Masters seems to have got his hand under the chin though and he's sunk the choke in! Joe is forced to tap and this one is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Millard Masters!
Millard Masters made sure to mention his sponsor, Highland Clothing in his post fight interview. |
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Event:
Highland 198
Date: Oct 09, 2022 |
#R1#
Falto slips a jab and a cross from Masters.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Falto! But no joy.
Masters throws a body shot but no joy.
A combination from Masters does no damage. #TD#
Masters shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Falto's guard.#SUB2#
Falto is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Masters is aware though and is defending well.
We've been hearing good reports from Masters'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.
Masters controlling from the top position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Falto is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Falto working for a triangle but Masters defends it easily.
#T1##SUB2#
Falto looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Masters passes into half guard.
#SUB#
Masters seems to be working for a kimura but Falto defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Masters is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB2#
Falto looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Masters is looking to advance position but Falto won't allow it. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Falto wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Falto looking for submissions off his back.
Falto is looking to improve his position.
Well, if Masters 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.
Masters'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#
Falto is staying active underneath Masters, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Masters looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Falto has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Masters is working away from the top position though.
Falto is staying active underneath Masters, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Falto 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.#SUB#
Masters is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Falto has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
Falto looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Masters is looking to advance position but Falto won't allow it. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Falto has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Masters is working away from the top position though.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Some wild striking there from Masters.
Masters takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Masters shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
enabling Falto to counter with a crisp jab.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Masters throws a series of punches but Falto avoids them all with ease.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Millard Masters dominated that round.
That's time! Masters's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Falto stuffs the takedown.
Falto throws a big shot that misses.
Masters throws a right and a left that Falto avoids nicely. #TD#
Masters feints and as Falto raises his hands in defense, Masters changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.#SUB2#
Falto working for a triangle but Masters defends it easily.
Masters is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Masters wants to pass the guard but Falto is keeping the position.
Masters trying to control but Falto is working from the bottom. #T1#
Masters passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Falto sneaks back into half guard.
Falto tries to get to full guard but Masters has control of the leg.
Masters is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Falto!
Masters is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Falto can do to turn this around?#SUB#
Masters wants to finish this one by submission but Falto is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Masters.
Falto working to try and regain half guard.
Masters can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Falto is looking to escape.
Masters prevents Falto from getting the reversal.#T2#
Masters controlling his opponent.
Falto is desperately trying to improve his position but Masters has a good base and remains in mount.
Falto manages to regain half guard. Good work. #SUB2#
Falto actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Falto looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Masters tries to pass the half guard into mount. Falto knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Masters frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Masters controlling the position easily from mount. #SUB#
Masters has hold of Falto's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Falto manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
#T3#
Masters wants to control the pace but Falto is squirming around nicely.
Falto is working to get back to half guard.
Masters looking to control and managing it successfully.
Falto is looking to improve his position but Masters isn't that keen on the idea.#T4#
Masters looking to control and managing it successfully. #SUB#
Masters is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Falto to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Falto shrugs it off.
Falto tries to reverse the position but Masters maintains control.
Falto wants to hold on but Masters pushes him away.
Falto manages to regain half guard. Good work. #SUB#
Masters is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Falto is just riding it out for now. Masters eventually gives up the hold.
Masters looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Millard Masters dominated that second 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. This is the final round!#R3#
Masters throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Masters shoots in but no luck this time.
It seemed like Falto was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Masters misses with a straight left.
Masters throws a right hand that Falto ducks under and follows up with a left that Falto also avoids with ease.
As Masters backs off Falto throws a huge counter combo but Masters manages to avoid it all.#TD#
Masters closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Masters controlling the action here. #SUB#
Masters is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Falto actively working from the bottom here.#T1#
Masters controlling the action here.
Falto moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Masters trying to control but Falto is working from the bottom.
Masters looking to pass the guard.
Masters trying to control the position from guard on top but Falto is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Falto looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB2#
Falto working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Masters doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Masters manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Falto tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB2#
Falto is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Masters looking to pass the guard.
Falto lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Masters trying to keep a closed guard but Falto is proving a slippery customer.
#SUB#
Masters is looking for a triangle but Falto pushes his legs off easily.
Falto with a flurry of punches that miss.
Falto passes Masters's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Falto is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#T3##SUB2#
Falto maintaining the dominant position here and is working for a kimura. He's locked it up! Masters could be in real trouble here! He's trying to wriggle out but Falto has cracked it and Masters is screaming in pain - he's tapped out! Great finish by Falto!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:21 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Valerio Falto!
A victorious Valerio Falto thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
Millard Masters spoke after the fight, saying 'Damn, I will go back to the gym and get stronger'. |
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Event:
TWGC 37 (155lbs, D2): Finals - Round 2
Date: Aug 29, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 2 losses; Millard Masters! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 2 losses; Nuri Jafar!
The judges for this bout are Richard Clark, Daniel Bishop and James Ackerman.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL2#
Jafar gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#TD2#
Jafar gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Masters (0) vs (2) Jafar
Masters working a defensive guard here.
We've been hearing good reports from Masters'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.
Jafar engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB#
Masters had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Jafar defends it easily.
Masters keeping full guard, as Jafar tries to pass. #SUB#
Masters has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Jafar can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jafar controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Jafar wants to control from the top but Masters keeps moving. #T1#
Masters can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Jafar controls the pace.
Masters pulls Jafar in close to prevent any damage.
Masters keeping moving, preventing Jafar from controlling successfully.
Jafar is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Jafar is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Masters wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Jafar trying to control the position from guard on top but Masters is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
Masters looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Masters looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Jafar stays in close to Masters's body and controls the position. #SUB#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Masters working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Jafar doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Jafar manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Masters 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.
Jafar told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
Jafar stays in close to Masters's body and controls the position. #T3##SUB#
Masters is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Jafar is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Masters looking to hit a scissor sweep but Jafar is one step ahead there.
Jafar advances to half guard. #SUB#
Masters looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Jafar pushes past his half guard into mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Masters (0) vs (5) Jafar
Masters tries to lock up and control but Jafar gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Jafar controlling from mount.
Masters is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#T4#
Masters tries to lock up and control but Jafar gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Masters is trying to escape the mount.
Jafar content just to control the position here.
Jafar wants to control the pace but Masters is squirming around nicely.
Jafar content just to control the position here.
Masters tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Jafar sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T5#
Jafar looking to control but Masters is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Masters is wriggling around trying to escape.
Jafar takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Jafar tries to control but Masters wriggling away.
Jafar might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Masters haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#T6#
Jafar takes Masters's back. Score +3 for taking back: Masters (0) vs (8) Jafar
Masters is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Jafar.
It looks like Jafar 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.
A lull in the action here.
Masters can't escape the position.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Jafar controlling the positon.#SUB2#
Jafar is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Masters has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here. #T7#
Masters can't escape the position.
Masters trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Jafar struggling to keep hold of the position.
Jafar controlling the position well here. Masters rolled but Jafar kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Masters is in bad spot here.
Jafar controlling the position well here. Masters rolled but Jafar kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Jafar seems to be going for a rear naked choke. He has an arm under Masters's chin but Masters turns very nicely into Jafar's guard. Good BJJ skills being displayed there by Masters.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Masters (2) vs (8) Jafar#T8#
Masters stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Jafar swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Masters is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Jafar is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Jafar has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Masters (2) vs (10) Jafar
Jafar controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Masters might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T9#
Masters wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB#
Masters is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Jafar sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Jafar is continuing to stall.#T10#
Jafar trying to control the position from guard on top but Masters is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Masters is trying to control the position but Jafar postures up.
Jafar is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Jafar's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Masters keeping moving, preventing Jafar from controlling successfully. #T11#
Jafar stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Masters swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Masters is looking for a triangle but Jafar pushes his legs off easily.
Masters looking for a sweep. Not yet Masters, not yet.
Jafar stays in close to Masters's body and controls the position.
Masters working a defensive guard but Jafar passes into half guard.
#T12#
Masters is looking to improve his position.
Jafar sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Jafar seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Masters does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Jafar content to control rather than advance.
Masters manages to get to full guard.
#SUB#
Masters throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#T13##SUB#
Jafar got a little sloppy there for a moment and Masters has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Jafar has managed to get both his arms back between Masters's legs - danger averted.
Jafar advances to half guard.
Jafar is looking to take a break and control but Masters is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Jafar is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Masters is refusing to be controlled, as Jafar sits in half guard.
Masters controlling the position for now.#T14#
Jafar seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Masters is not content to let Jafar control the position.
Jafar is looking to pass Masters's guard but actually Masters recovers to full guard.
Jafar is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Jafar won't allow Masters to sweep him here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jafar wins on points by 10 to 2.
Nuri Jafar managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Savage Fightwear, into his post fight interview.
Millard Masters was interviewed post fight and said 'Damn, I will go back to the gym and get stronger'. |
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Event:
TWGC 37 (155lbs, D2): Finals - Round 1
Date: Aug 28, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 22 losses; Sirus Hughes! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 2 losses; Millard Masters!
The judges for this bout are Chris Edwards, Andrew Berry and Steven Brown.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Hughes shoots in for a takedown but Masters shows good takedown defense. #TD#
Hughes shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Masters's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hughes (2) vs (0) Masters
Masters looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Hughes drops back looking for a leg! Masters is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Masters manages to kick Hughes off! Hughes jumps back into Masters's guard.
Hughes stopping the sweep attempt from Masters.
Masters is pulling down on Hughes's head to control his posture.
Masters 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Hughes is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Masters is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Masters has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hughes (2) vs (2) Masters
Hughes trying to control the position.
#T1#
Masters pushing down on Hughes's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Hughes trying to control from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hughes won't allow Masters to pass to mount.
Masters is figuring out what he wants to do next.#T2#
Masters prevents Hughes from improving his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hughes trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Masters manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Hughes (2) vs (5) Masters
Masters controlling from the full mount.
Hughes tries to hold on but Masters pushes him away.
My spies in The Jungle Room inform me that Masters has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Hughes gets back to half guard.#T3##SUB#
Hughes looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Masters wants to free his trapped foot but Hughes is holding on for dear life with his legs. #SUB2#
Masters is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Hughes is looking to improve his position.
Hughes wants to control but Masters is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T4#
Well, if Masters 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.
Hughes is trying to control but can't.
Masters is pressing down on Hughes's thigh, looking to free his foot. Hughes is holding on for now. #SUB2#
Masters is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Hughes has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
Masters maintaining the dominant position here and is working for a kimura. He's locked it up! Hughes could be in real trouble here! He's trying to wriggle out but Masters has cracked it and Hughes is screaming in pain - he's tapped out! Great finish by Masters!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Millard Masters!
Millard Masters gave a mention to Highland Clothing in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales). |
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Event:
TWGC 37 (155lbs, D2): Rio de Janeiro Qu - Round 1
Date: Aug 19, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 2 losses; Millard Masters! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 2 losses; Bobby Bomstaerk!
The judges for this bout are Leandro Rodrigues, Paulo Santos and Matheus Silva.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL2#
Bomstaerk clinches up against the cage.
Bomstaerk drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
#TD2#
Bomstaerk gets a trip takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Masters (0) vs (2) Bomstaerk
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.
Masters is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Bomstaerk is keen to just control but Masters is a slippery customer.
Masters wants to get back to full guard.
Bomstaerk trying to control from half guard but Masters is working away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Masters wants to control but Bomstaerk is keeping busy.
Masters has his hands clasped together around Bomstaerk's back. He's all about the action.#T1#
Bomstaerk seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Masters does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Masters wants to get back to full guard.
Masters is working hard here to advance position.
Bomstaerk is trying to control the action in half guard but Masters is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Bomstaerk might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Masters haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Masters is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Masters trying to control but Bomstaerk postures up.
Masters manages to get to full guard.
#T2#
Masters looking to control.
Bomstaerk trying to control the position from guard on top but Masters is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bomstaerk stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Masters swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Masters looking for a sweep. Not yet Masters, not yet. #SUB#
Masters working for a triangle but Bomstaerk defends it easily.
Masters can't keep his opponent in guard - Bomstaerk advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #T3#
Bomstaerk wants to lay and pray for a moment but Masters keeps working.
Masters might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Bomstaerk wants to free his trapped foot but Masters is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Bomstaerk trying to control the action but Masters is working from the bottom.
Masters tries to roll over but Bomstaerk keeps him under control.#SUB#
Masters actively working from the bottom here.
Bomstaerk passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Masters (0) vs (5) Bomstaerk#T4#
Masters tries to hold on but Bomstaerk pushes him away.
Masters stops Bomstaerk from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Masters tries to get back to half guard but can't. #SUB2#
Bomstaerk looking for a guillotine from mount but Masters is having none of it.
Bomstaerk seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Masters is holding on tight.
#SUB2#
Bomstaerk with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Bomstaerk can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Masters is looking to escape. #T5#
Bomstaerk wants to control but Masters has made it back to half guard. Nice work.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Bomstaerk working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Masters wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Bomstaerk is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Masters sees it coming and defends easily.
Masters moves into full guard.
Bomstaerk is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#SUB#
Bomstaerk has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Masters to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Bomstaerk is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Masters pulls down on the head and he's put Bomstaerk to sleep! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 6:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Millard Masters!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Millard Masters made sure he mentioned Highland Clothing, along with how happy he was to win his fight. |
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Event:
Highland 181
Date: Aug 05, 2022 |
#R1#
Masters avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Williams's corner calls for a 1-2. Williams obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Masters tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Williams swivels and escapes.
A big left from Masters misses.
Williams tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Masters paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Masters is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Williams.
Williams's coach down at London MMA Club was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Williams's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Williams looks to land a right hand but Masters moved out of range.
A slow jab from Williams misses its intended target.
Williams missing with a left hand there. Masters was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Williams misses with a looping left.#CL2#
Williams closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Williams has a couple of punches blocked by Masters.
Masters throws a punch but it's blocked by Williams.
Williams misses with a punch on the inside.
Williams working aggressively here.
Williams tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T1#
Masters tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Williams working aggressively here.
Williams softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Williams misses with a hook to the ribs.
I was talking to Masters's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Williams misses with a short punch on the inside.
Masters fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Masters has Williams pressed against the cage.
Williams fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Williams tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC#
Masters escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
A combination from Masters does no damage.
Williams swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Williams scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Masters connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Williams momentarily.
Williams throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Williams looks to land a left hand but Masters moved out of range nicely.
Masters throws a big counter combination but Williams scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Enzo Williams is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Masters swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
#T2#
Williams misses with a straight right.
Williams slips a jab and a cross from Masters.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A looping hook to the body misses from Williams. Masters does a little dance to reset his feet.
Masters fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Millard Masters. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Williams is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
A little feinted left hand from Masters on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Masters displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Williams throws out the jab.
Masters keeps the fight on the outside.
Williams misses with a jab to the body
and Masters counters with a one-two to the body.
Williams doesn't manage to clinch there - Masters circles away.
#CL2#
Williams closes the distance and clinches.
Williams misses with a short punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Williams. #T3#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Masters.
Williams is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#TD#
Masters has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Williams clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
You can see the frustration on Williams's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Williams looking to stop the rear naked choke attempt by controlling the hands.
Masters struggling to keep hold of the position.
#SUB#
Masters working for a choke but Williams is defending well.
Williams manages to reverse the position and now he's in Masters's guard. Nice work there by Williams.
#T4#
Masters has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #SUB#
Masters looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Williams passes into half guard.
Masters is looking for a sweep. Williams is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Enzo Williams will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
No joy there for Masters, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Williams 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.
Masters connects with a single shot there.#CL2#
Williams has Masters up against the cage in a clinch.
Williams prevents the takedown attempt.
Masters jumps guard but Williams turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Williams in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Masters.
Masters gets through Williams's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Williams lands a left hand.
A head punch on the inside from Williams fails to land.
Williams fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Masters fails to pull guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Millard Masters. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Masters fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Williams misses with some punches.
Williams lands a shoulder strike.
Masters lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Williams fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Enzo Williams seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.#T1#
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Masters creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Williams tries a body shot but Masters blocks it.
Williams swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Masters misses with some punches.
Williams tries to work over Masters's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Masters fails to pull guard.
Williams misses with a punch on the inside.
Masters blocking some punches.
Masters is trying to stall.
#BC#
Masters escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Williams throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Williams tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Masters thows a left - swing and a miss!
Masters slips under a jab from Williams.
Masters is looking to counter punch.
Williams tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #T2#
Masters walks into a left hand.
Williams looks to clinch
and Masters counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A jab from Williams does it's job there.
Williams fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Masters manages to avoid it.
Williams throws an off balance right hand
letting Masters counter with a right hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Williams wants to clinch.
Williams throws a hook but Masters avoids it easily.
Williams is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Masters.
Masters slips under a jab.
Williams feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Masterss jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Masters scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction. #ROC#Williams is rocked!
Williams throws a body punch but Masters moves out of range. #T3#
Williams throws a right and a left that Masters avoids nicely.
Masters seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Masters lands a right hook to the body.
Williams paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Williams lands a glancing blow to the side of Masters's head.
Williams is looking to clinch.
Williams wants to clinch up but Masters keeps it at a distance.
Williams is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Masters.
Williams connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Masters's hands.
Masters slips under a jab.
Masters looks to land a combination but Williams avoids it well.
Millard Masters is winning the standup battle so far.#CL2#
Williams moves into the clinch.
Williams has a couple of punches blocked by Masters.
Williams tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Williams lands a hook to the side of the head.#T4#
Masters is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Masters blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Williams throws a head punch that misses.
Masters blocks an uppercut.
Williams doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
#BC#
Masters breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
No luck for Masters with that takedown attempt.
Jab from Williams.
Williams waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Masters.
Masters went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Williams ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Masters moves away.
Williams fails in his attempt to clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Enzo Williams 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! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Williams misses with an uppercut.
Williams is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Masters swinging wildly here.
A combination from Masters does no damage.
A countering left hand to the body from Williams misses.
Williams misses with an uppercut.
Masters moves forwards but Williams connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Masters fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Williams dodges the punch combination from Masters.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Williams tries to close the distance and clinch but Masters swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Masters is looking for a counter combo.
Sloppy strikes from Masters. Those never looked like landing. #CL2#
Williams clinches up against the cage.#BC#
Masters's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
A slow jab from Williams misses its intended target. #T1#
Williams throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
It looked like Masters was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Williams just misses with a punch to the body.
Williams looks to score with a jab to the body but Masters is just out of range.
Masters swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Williams tries to clinch there but Masters circles away.
It looked like Masters wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Masters misses with a few strikes there.
Masters fails to land with a series of punches.
Masters slips a straight right by Williams.
Masters changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.#TD#
Masters manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Williams on his heels. He'll look to pass Williams's guard now, I'm sure.
Masters might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#SUB#
Masters drops back, looking for a kneebar! Williams looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Williams looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Williams! #REVB#
Masters tries to bench press Williams off him but Williams keeps the position.
Enzo Williams is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Williams controls the position.
Masters is trying to improve his position.
Williams is staying tight to Masters's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Masters is looking for a sweep.#T3#
Masters tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Williams presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount!
Masters tries to hold on but Williams pushes him away.
Williams sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Masters manages to regain half guard. Good work. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Masters wants to control but Williams is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Masters regains full guard. Nicely done.
Millard Masters has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#SUB#
Masters has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Williams 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 Masters.
Masters can't do much from the bottom here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Masters looking for a sweep but Williams has passed into full mount! Oh no!
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Enzo Williams.
I've got Williams winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge William Gold scores the fight 27:30
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 27:30
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 28:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Enzo Williams!
A relieved looking Enzo Williams thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
In defeat, Millard Masters stepped up to the mic, saying 'Damn, I will go back to the gym and get stronger'. |
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Event:
Highland 167
Date: Jun 10, 2022 |
#R1#
Cartwright bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
A big left from Cartwright misses.
Cartwright lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Cartwright swings and misses with a shot to the body#KD2#
and Masters counters with a right hand that sends Cartwright tumbling to the canvas! Can Masters finish him? He dives into Cartwright's guard looking to do just that!#ROC2#Cartwright is rocked!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Masters passes Cartwright's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Oh Cartwright is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Cartwright is looking to escape.
Cartwright seems to have got his legs back now.
My spies in The Jungle Room inform me that Masters has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#SUB2#
Masters 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.
#SUB2#
Cartwright makes his way to full guard, as Masters worked for a kimura.
Cartwright will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T1#
Masters stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Cartwright swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Cartwright seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Masters wants to control from the top but Cartwright keeps moving.
Masters is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Cartwright wants to stand up but Masters is controlling him. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Masters trying to move into half guard but instead Cartwright has managed to sweep!#REVR##SUB2#
Cartwright avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Cartwright landing some decent shots from guard.
Cartwright landing some decent shots from guard.
Masters looking to control.
Cartwright stands up over Masters, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Masters keeping moving, preventing Cartwright from controlling successfully.
Cartwright postures up and lands a big shot to Masters's brow. #T3##SUB#
Cartwright drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Cartwright jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Cartwright in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Cartwright looking to pass the guard.
Cartwright slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Cartwright working the head with strikes.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Cartwright is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Masters has escaped the position, nice work there.
Masters tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Cartwright misses with the ground and pound.
Cartwright fails to land a wild elbow strike.
#T4#
Masters looks to move to half guard but instead Cartwright has passed into mount! Damn!
Cartwright has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Masters can't escape the position.
Cartwright scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Masters?
Cartwright lands with some strikes.
Cartwright working away from the top, dropping strikes.#SUB#
Cartwright goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Masters turns into him and now he's in Cartwright's guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Masters looking to pass the guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Catchy Cartwright dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Masters avoids the body shot from Cartwright.
A little jabbing left from Masters on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Cartwright scores with a crisp jab that stopped Masters in his tracks.
Cartwright misses with a body shot.
Cartwright tries to bum rush Masters with a series of wild strikes but Masters uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Masters looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Cartwright connects with a right hand. Masters shakes it off.
Cartwright throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#TD2#
Masters throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Cartwright was covering up waiting for the punch and Masters finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Masters 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.
Masters looking to pass the guard. #T1#
Cartwright is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Masters trying to move into half guard but instead Cartwright has managed to sweep!#REVR#
Masters wants to sweep here but Cartwright controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Cartwright has gone for a leg lock! Masters slips out almost immediately though and dives into Cartwright's guard.#REVB#
Cartwright wants to stand and escape but Masters is having none of it.
Masters passes easily into side control. Nice work.#T2#
Cartwright is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Masters asserts his dominance and retains side control.
Masters taking a breather here.
Masters tries to advance to mount but Cartwright denies him.
Masters looking to control but instead Cartwright has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.#T3##SUB2#
Cartwright pushes Masters off, looking to escape but Masters dives into side control. He's locked up a kimura now - that was fast! He's cranking on it and Cartwright is forced to tap! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:24 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Millard Masters!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Millard Masters made sure he mentioned Conquer, along with how happy he was to win his fight. |
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Event:
Highland 159
Date: May 13, 2022 |
#R1#
Rinda cracks Masters with a good jab.
Masters throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Rinda swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Masters throws a poor cross that misses
and Rinda counters with a left to the body.
Masters throws a body punch but Rinda moves out of range.
Rinda throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#TD#
Rinda shoots in and gets a takedown into Masters's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Masters not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Masters manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Rinda manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB##SUB#
Rinda is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T1#
Masters engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB#
Rinda isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Masters stacks Rinda 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 Masters!
Masters happy to just control the position for now. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB2#
Masters tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB2#
Masters wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Rinda, who protects the arm well.
Masters is looking to take a break and control but Rinda is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Rinda really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#T3#
Rinda tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Rinda is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Masters is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Rinda is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Rinda tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Masters wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Masters trying to control the position but Rinda is working away.
Masters is trying to move to mount but Rinda reverses beautifully and ends up in Masters's guard.
Rinda won't allow Masters to sweep him here. #SUB#
Masters is trying to push Rinda off with his feet but Rinda grabs hold of one of the legs and drops back looking for a submission! He's cranking on one of Masters's ankles and Masters is forced to tap! This one is aaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Ankle Lock). Anwar Rinda!
During a confident post fight interview, Anwar Rinda thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
In defeat, Millard Masters stepped up to the mic, saying 'Damn, I will go back to the gym and get stronger'. |
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Event:
Highland 154
Date: Apr 17, 2022 |
#R1#
Murakami cracks Masters with a right hand to the side of the head.#CL#
Murakami moves into the clinch.
Murakami misses with a punch to the body.
Masters is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Murakami to keep the fight standing.
Murakami makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Murakami prevents the takedown attempt.
Murakami tries a body shot but Masters blocks it.
Murakami misses with a body punch.
Murakami lands a body shot in the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Murakami lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Murakami misses with the head strike.
Murakami throws a head punch that misses.
A body shot lands from Murakami.
#T1#
Murakami lands a hook to the side of the head.
Murakami really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Murakami can't find room to land a body shot as Masters controls the action.
Masters tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Shinzade Murakami has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Millard Masters.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Masters.
Murakami presses Masters against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Murakami misses with a body punch.
Masters prevents a body shot from Murakami.
Murakami misses with a body punch.
#TD2#
Masters has clasped his hands together around Murakami's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
Murakami bucks up and tries to throw Masters off but instead Masters has got his back!
Murakami wants to get back to his feet. #T2##SUB2#
Masters is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB2#
Masters is working for the choke. I would put my money on him to finish from this position. He's rolled onto his back and has dragged Murakami with him. Murakami is trying to defend but Masters has an arm under the chin now! Murakami grimaces and is forced to tap out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Millard Masters!
Millard Masters gave a mention to KOMBAT KLOTHING in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).
Shinzade Murakami spoke after the fight, saying 'Congrats to my opponent, but I’ll be back.'. |
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Event:
Highland 150
Date: Apr 03, 2022 |
#R1#
Azevedo Souza scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Azevedo Souza misses the jab.
Masters lands a nice looking body shot.
A telegraphed right hand from Azevedo Souza misses the target.
Azevedo Souza uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Masters.
Azevedo Souza 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.
Masters looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Azevedo Souza throws a jab when Masters was well out of range.
A lazy left from Azevedo Souza finds it's target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Azevedo Souza lands with a cross. #TD2#
Masters bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Azevedo Souza is not content to let Masters control the position.
My spies in The Jungle Room inform me that Masters has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Azevedo Souza manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #T1#
Azevedo Souza wants to control but Masters is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB#
Azevedo Souza looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Azevedo Souza tries to roll over but Masters keeps him under control.
Masters seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Azevedo Souza does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Masters wants to free his trapped foot but Azevedo Souza is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Masters is keen to just control but Azevedo Souza is a slippery customer.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Masters seems to be looking for submissions.
Masters stalling. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Azevedo Souza wants to get back to full guard.
Azevedo Souza moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Azevedo Souza looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #SUB2#
Masters drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Azevedo Souza manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Masters has Azevedo Souza in his guard.#REVR#
Azevedo Souza trying to control but Masters is working from the bottom. #T3#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Masters looking to control.
Azevedo Souza trying to control but Masters is working from the bottom.
Azevedo Souza trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Masters manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVB#
Masters wants to pass the guard but Azevedo Souza is keeping the position.
Masters trying to control but Azevedo Souza is working from the bottom. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Azevedo Souza trying to keep a closed guard but Masters is proving a slippery customer.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Masters trying to control but Azevedo Souza is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Masters is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Azevedo Souza is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Azevedo Souza has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR#
Azevedo Souza passes into half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Masters slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
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 Miguel Azevedo Souza will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2##TD2#
Masters drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.#SUB2#
Masters tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB2#
Masters thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Azevedo Souza is looking to regain half guard here but Masters keeps moving and retains side control.
Azevedo Souza sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#T1#
Masters wants to pass to mount but Azevedo Souza is defending the position. #SUB2#
Masters is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Azevedo Souza is trying to control but can't.
#SUB2#
Masters is working for a kimura here but Azevedo Souza manages to reverse the position and he's now in Masters's guard.
Azevedo Souza stopping the sweep attempt from Masters.
Azevedo Souza wants to control from the top but Masters keeps moving. #T2#
Azevedo Souza tries to free his leg and advance position but Masters is retaining full guard.
Masters wants to sweep but no luck.
Masters keeping moving, preventing Azevedo Souza from controlling successfully.
Azevedo Souza passes easily into side control. Nice work.#SUB#
Azevedo Souza goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Masters has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Azevedo Souza but great work by Masters.
Masters controls the position from side control.
Masters tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it. #T3##SUB2#
Masters wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Azevedo Souza, who protects the arm well. #SUB2#
Masters goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Azevedo Souza has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Masters but great work by Azevedo Souza.
Masters tries to buck Azevedo Souza off but Azevedo Souza is having none of it.
You can see the frustration on Masters's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Azevedo Souza wants to control but Masters is keeping him busy.
Masters tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T4#
Masters looking for a sweep but Azevedo Souza has passed into full mount! Oh no!
Masters is looking to improve his position but Azevedo Souza isn't that keen on the idea.
Azevedo Souza will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Masters is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Azevedo Souza looking to control but Masters is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Masters really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Masters tries to hold on but Azevedo Souza pushes him away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Millard Masters will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Azevedo Souza's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Azevedo Souza connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Masters momentarily.
A jab from Azevedo Souza misses.
A swing and a miss from Azevedo Souza.
Masters feints the counter takedown.
Masters tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Azevedo Souza defends well and Masters ends up having to push Azevedo Souza into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
The fighters circling - Azevedo Souza throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Masters takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Azevedo Souza misses with an uppercut. Masters saw that one coming.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Masters with a poor takedown
enabling Azevedo Souza to counter with a crisp jab.
Azevedo Souza darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Masters takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
#T1#
Azevedo Souza scores with a jab. Masters acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Masters shoots in for a takedown but Azevedo Souza shows good takedown defense.
Miguel Azevedo Souza has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Millard Masters.
Masters takes a jab right on the kisser.
Masters shoots in for a double leg but Azevedo Souza sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Azevedo Souza sizes up Masters with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
The fighters circling - Azevedo Souza throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Masters closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Masters tries for a takedown but Azevedo Souza circles away easily
letting Azevedo Souza counter with a right hand. #T2#
Masters drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Masters tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Masters misses with a takedown attempt - Azevedo Souza sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Millard Masters is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Masters doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Azevedo Souza counters with a nice uppercut.
Azevedo Souza missing with a left hand there. Masters was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Millard Masters seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Horrible takedown attempt by Masters or perhaps it was just good defense by Azevedo Souza, which made it look bad.
Azevedo Souza is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.#T3#
Nice sprawl there from Masters as Azevedo Souza shoots in.
Good standup being displayed there by Azevedo Souza as he connects with a hook.
A big left from Azevedo Souza misses.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Masters.
A little feinted left hand from Azevedo Souza on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Masters closes the distance and clinches up with Azevedo Souza, looking for a takedown. Masters pushes Azevedo Souza against the cage but Azevedo Souza circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
It looked like Azevedo Souza wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Masters slips under a jab.
A jab lands there for Azevedo Souza.#T4#
Azevedo Souza throws an overhand right that lands on Masters's shoulder, as Masters tries to avoid the shot.
Masters ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Masters is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Azevedo Souza throws a big shot that misses.
Masters shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Azevedo Souza pinned against the cage. Azevedo Souza gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Azevedo Souza is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Masters can do to turn this around?
Masters ducks under a wild hook from Azevedo Souza.
Masters shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Azevedo Souza but Azevedo Souza pushes him off and we're back to square one.
And that's the end of the fight!
Miguel Azevedo Souza showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Azevedo Souza has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 28:28
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 29:27
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Miguel Azevedo Souza!
Miguel Azevedo Souza seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
In defeat, Millard Masters stepped up to the mic, saying 'Damn, I will go back to the gym and get stronger'. |
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Event:
Highland 142
Date: Mar 06, 2022 |
Millard Masters really struggled with his weight cut for this fight. After coming in at 138.2, he had two hours to cut the additional weight. He was unable to do so and as a result, his fight with Enzo Williams was cancelled. |
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Event:
Highland 132
Date: Jan 30, 2022 |
#R1#
Masters walks into a jab.
Masters moves out of range of the body kick.#TD#
Masters gets a double leg takedown into Luciano's guard.#SUB#
Masters is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Luciano is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Luciano has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB#
Luciano wants to pass the guard but Masters is keeping the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Masters wants to sweep here but Luciano controlling him for the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Masters is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Masters might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Luciano engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T1#
Masters wants to hit a sweep here but Luciano passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Masters there!
Masters is looking to get to half guard.
Luciano sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Masters wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back.
We've been hearing good reports from Masters'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.#T2#
Masters wants to escape the position.
Luciano biding his time, looking for the opening.
Masters rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Masters wants to get back to full guard.
Masters regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB#
Masters working for a triangle but Luciano defends it easily.
#SUB#
Masters looking for a guillotine here but Luciano defends easily.
#T3##SUB#
Masters is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Luciano defends well.
Luciano wants to control from the top but Masters keeps moving. #SUB#
Masters is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Luciano stays in close to Masters's body and controls the position.
Masters is trying to control the position but Luciano postures up. #SUB#
Masters is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Masters is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Masters working for submissions but it's allowed Luciano to get to half guard.
Masters is looking for a sweep. Luciano is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ricky Luciano dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Luciano keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Masters on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Masters takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Masters takes a body punch but keeps moving. #TD#
Masters closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Luciano has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Masters looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Masters trying to control the pace.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Masters passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Luciano!
Luciano bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!#T1##SUB#
Masters had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Luciano defends it easily.#SUB#
Masters has an active guard here but Luciano has managed to pass into half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Masters wants to improve his position but Luciano is controlling well.
#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Masters is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Luciano's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Luciano's back!#SUB#
Masters is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Luciano is defending well though. Masters let's go of the attempt for now.
Luciano trying to control the hands but Masters breaks the grip.
Luciano is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Masters off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
A lull in the action here.
Luciano wants to escape the position.
Luciano 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.#SUB#
Masters is persistently looking for the submission but Luciano is defending it well.
#SUB#
Masters is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Luciano defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined. #T3##SUB#
Masters working for the choke. #SUB#
Masters is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Luciano is defending well though. Masters let's go of the attempt for now.
Millard Masters overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Luciano preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Masters. #SUB#
Masters looking for the RNC. #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.
Luciano rolls, trying to escape but Masters keeps control of the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Luciano is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Masters gets his way!
Masters is trying to stick to Luciano's back but Luciano is turning into Masters. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Masters's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Luciano.
Masters 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.#SUB#
Masters 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.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Masters wants to hit a sweep here but Luciano passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Masters there!
Masters is trying desperately to improve position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Ricky Luciano will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Luciano's corner calls for a 1-2. Luciano obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Ricky Luciano seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Luciano lands a slapping body shot.
Luciano lands a lovely overhand right.
Millard Masters is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Luciano connects with a looping right hand.
Luciano lands with a good body shot.
Luciano thuds his right hand into Masters's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Masters tries to score a power double leg takedown but Luciano sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Masters somewhat.
Masters tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Luciano swivels and escapes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Masters with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Luciano to score with a decent uppercut.
Masters takes a shot right to the bread basket.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Luciano throws a series of punches but Masters avoids them all with ease.
Luciano with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Good standup being displayed there by Luciano as he connects with a hook.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1#
Luciano throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Luciano scores with a jab to the jaw.
Luciano has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Masters dodges the punch combination from Luciano.
Masters throws a head kick that misses.
Masters takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Luciano looks to land a combination but Masters avoids it well.
Masters changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Masters with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Luciano to score with a decent uppercut.
Ricky Luciano seems to be getting the better of the standup.#TD#
Masters looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Masters trying to control the position from guard on top but Luciano is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Masters trying to move into half guard but instead Luciano has managed to sweep!#REVB##T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Masters being controlled here, momentarily.
Masters is trying to hold Luciano in close to prevent damage but Luciano has managed to pass into half guard.
Masters is looking for a sweep. Luciano is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Masters is working hard here to advance position.
Masters is holding on to half guard well.#T3#
Luciano looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Masters wants to get back to full guard.
Millard Masters has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Masters trying to control but Luciano postures up.
#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Still in half guard, Luciano seems content to control.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Masters.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Millard Masters. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Luciano lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Luciano digs a good body shot into Masters's ribs.
Luciano connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Masters shoots for a double leg takedown but Luciano sprawls well. He's pushed Masters's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Luciano scores with a jab.
Luciano connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Masters's hands.
A nice leg kick lands there from Luciano.
Luciano throws a combination. Masters tries to block but a couple of punches get through.#ROC2#Masters is rocked!
Masters gets cracked there but stands up to it.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ricky Luciano comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Luciano winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 28:29
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 28:29
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ricky Luciano!
A very excited looking Ricky Luciano 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.
The defeated Millard Masters had this to say: 'Damn, I will go back to the gym and get stronger'. |
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Event:
TWGC 36 (145lbs, D2): Finals - Round 1
Date: Jan 07, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Igor Lomachenko! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Millard Masters!
The judges for this bout are Alyssa Summers, Jorge Garcia and Steve Montenegro.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Lomachenko closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #TD#
Lomachenko successfully pulls guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Masters tries to free his leg and advance position but Lomachenko is retaining full guard.
Lomachenko keeping moving, preventing Masters from controlling successfully.
Lomachenko trying to control the position here.
Masters pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lomachenko is keeping the position for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lomachenko has control of Masters's left arm, preventing Masters from doing any damage. #SUB2#
Masters drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Lomachenko dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lomachenko (2) vs (0) Masters
Lomachenko controls from within his opponent's guard. #T1##SUB2#
Masters looking for subs off his back but Lomachenko has passed one foot through into half guard.
Masters is trying to maintain the position but Lomachenko is very close to passing his half guard.
Lomachenko is pressing down on Masters's thigh, looking to free his foot. Masters is holding on for now.
Masters tries to roll over but Lomachenko keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Masters looking for submissions off his back.
Masters 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.#T2#
Lomachenko sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Masters is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T3#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Masters is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Masters gets back to full guard.
Masters wants to improve his position but instead Lomachenko has moved into half guard.
Lomachenko tries to pass the half guard into mount. Masters knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Lomachenko stalling.
Masters wants to get back to full guard.
Masters keeps trying to improve his position.#T4#
Masters has a hand on Lomachenko's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Lomachenko takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Lomachenko (5) vs (0) Masters
Masters tries to lock up and control but Lomachenko gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Lomachenko content just to control the position here.
Masters is trying to escape the mount.
Lomachenko controlling his opponent.
Lomachenko fails to move to back control.
Masters tries to reverse the position but Lomachenko maintains control.#T5#
Masters bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lomachenko (5) vs (2) Masters
Lomachenko controlling Masters's posture.
Masters stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Lomachenko swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Lomachenko keeping moving, preventing Masters from controlling successfully.
Lomachenko is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Masters wants to pass the guard but Lomachenko is keeping the position.#T6#
Lomachenko 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.
Masters trying to control the position from guard on top but Lomachenko is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lomachenko controlling the position.
Masters is looking to pass into half guard but Lomachenko pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Lomachenko is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lomachenko (7) vs (2) Masters
Masters 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.#SUB2#
Masters working for a triangle but Lomachenko defends it easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Masters wants to sweep here but Lomachenko controlling him for the moment. #T7#
Masters looking to control.
Masters looking to hit a scissor sweep but Lomachenko is one step ahead there. #SUB2#
Masters escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Lomachenko gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Lomachenko preventing the sweep. #SUB2#
Masters is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Lomachenko defends well.
Lomachenko not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T8##SUB2#
Masters has his foot on Lomachenko's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Lomachenko works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Masters escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Lomachenko gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Lomachenko is stalling in the full guard.
Lomachenko'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.
Lomachenko stopping the sweep attempt from Masters.#T9##SUB2#
Masters looking for subs off his back but Lomachenko has passed one foot through into half guard.
Lomachenko tries to pass to full mount but Masters defends it. #SUB2#
Masters looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Masters tries to roll over but Lomachenko keeps him under control.
Lomachenko performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T10##SUB2#
Masters is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Lomachenko pulls his head out easily.
Lomachenko perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Masters is looking to improve his position.
Lomachenko is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Masters is looking for a sweep. Lomachenko is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Masters wants to sweep but Lomachenko has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Lomachenko (10) vs (2) Masters
Lomachenko controls the position. #T11#
Masters gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! Score +2 for reaching mount: Lomachenko (12) vs (2) Masters
Lomachenko will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Masters is trying to escape the mount.
Lomachenko takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Masters is trying desperately to improve position.#T12#
Lomachenko controlling from mount.
Masters keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Lomachenko wants to take his opponent's back but Masters doesn't allow it.
Masters keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#T13#
Masters is still trying to improve position.
Masters wants to control but Lomachenko is having none of it.
Lomachenko seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Masters is holding on tight.
Masters is desperately trying to improve his position but Lomachenko has a good base and remains in mount.
Lomachenko controlling from mount. #T14#
Masters is in all sorts of trouble here.
Lomachenko content just to control the position here.
Masters is desperately trying to improve his position but Lomachenko has a good base and remains in mount.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lomachenko content just to control the position here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Lomachenko takes the fight on points by 12 to 2.
In defeat, Millard Masters stepped up to the mic, saying 'Damn, I will go back to the gym and get stronger'. |
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Event:
TWGC 36 (145lbs, D2): Las Vegas Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Dec 29, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Millard Masters! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Aung Siang!
The judges for this bout are Stewart Dunkirk, Gwen Towbar and Robert Twigg.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Masters gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Siang to score an easy takedown into full guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Masters (0) vs (2) Siang#SUB#
Masters is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Siang is aware though and is defending well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Siang trying to control the position from guard on top but Masters is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Siang stopping the sweep attempt from Masters.#SUB#
Masters is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Masters looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Siang trying to control but Masters is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Masters is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
We've been hearing good reports from Masters'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.#SUB#
Siang got a little sloppy there for a moment and Masters has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Siang has managed to get both his arms back between Masters's legs - danger averted.
Siang trying to control the position from guard on top but Masters is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
Siang controls from within his opponent's guard. #SUB#
Masters had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Siang defends it easily.
Masters looking to hit a scissor sweep but Siang is one step ahead there.
Masters manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Siang manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Masters (2) vs (2) Siang#SUB#
Masters drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Siang manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Masters has Siang in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Masters (2) vs (4) Siang
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Siang tries to free his leg and advance position but Masters is retaining full guard. #T2#
Siang passes into half guard. #SUB2#
Siang is trying to work for a kimura but Masters is defending well.
Masters is looking for a sweep. Siang is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Masters gets full guard.
Masters keeping full guard, as Siang tries to pass. #SUB#
Masters looking for a guillotine here but Siang defends easily.
Siang wants to control from the top but Masters keeps moving. #T3#
Masters not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#SUB#
Masters is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Masters keeping moving, preventing Siang from controlling successfully.
Siang might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Masters haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Siang slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Masters (2) vs (7) Siang#T4##SUB2#
Siang looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Masters is looking for a sweep.
Siang is looking to take a break and control but Masters is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Siang is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Masters knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB2#
Siang is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Masters knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
You can see the frustration on Masters's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T5#
Masters is looking for a sweep.
Masters manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Siang wants to control but Masters is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Masters actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Siang is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Masters sees it coming and defends easily.
Siang trying to control from half guard but Masters is working away.
Masters is trying to maintain the position but Siang is very close to passing his half guard.#T6##SUB2#
Masters makes his way to full guard, as Siang worked for a kimura.
Masters pulls Siang in close to prevent any damage. #SUB#
Masters working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Siang doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Siang manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Siang trying to control but Masters is working from the bottom.
Masters looking to hit a scissor sweep but Siang is one step ahead there. #T7#
Siang stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Masters swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Masters looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB2#
Siang drops back looking for a leg! Masters is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Masters manages to kick Siang off! Siang jumps back into Masters's guard.
Siang is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#SUB2#
Siang drops back, looking for a kneebar! Masters looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Masters looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Masters! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Masters (6) vs (7) Siang
Masters trying to control the action but Siang is working from the bottom. #T8##SUB#
Masters is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Siang is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Masters working away.
Masters tries to advance position but instead Siang slips a leg back in to half guard. #SUB#
Masters is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Siang defends it well.
Siang won't allow Masters to pass to mount. #T9#
Siang controlling the position for now.
Masters is keen to just control but Siang is a slippery customer.
Siang slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB#
Masters drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Masters jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Masters is looking to pass into half guard but Siang pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Siang is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Masters (6) vs (9) Siang#SUB2#
Siang drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Siang jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Siang passes Masters's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Siang is trying to control the action in half guard but Masters is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T10#
Masters wants to get back to full guard.
Siang wants to pass to mount but Masters is defending the position. #SUB#
Masters is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Siang pulls his head out easily.
Masters is in trouble now - Siang has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Masters (6) vs (12) Siang
Masters tries to reverse the position but Siang maintains control.
Siang can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Masters is looking to escape. #SUB2#
Siang with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Masters tries to reverse the position but Siang maintains control.#T11#
Masters sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Masters wants to get back to full guard.
Masters manages to get to full guard.
#SUB2#
Siang 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.
Masters wants to sweep but no luck.
Siang pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Masters is keeping the position for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Masters controls Siang momentarily but Siang frees himself. #T12##SUB#
Masters is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Siang has his hands clasped together but Masters extends and breaks Siang's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Masters.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 12:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Millard Masters!
A victorious Millard Masters 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 112
Date: Nov 26, 2021 |
#R1#
Shoenfeld takes a swing at Masters's ribcage but misses.
Masters throws out a counter right but Shoenfeld avoids it with no problem.
Shoenfeld misses with a straight left.
Shoenfeld moves out of range of the strikes.
Masters looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Shoenfeld throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Masters slaps away a takedown attempt from Shoenfeld, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Masters stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Masters wants it to stay on the feet.
Shoenfeld looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Shoenfeld throws a big shot that misses.
Masters misses with the combination.
Masters throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Shoenfeld half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
A punch combination from Masters misses.
Shoenfeld lunges at Masters with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Masters's hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Shoenfeld looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Shoenfeld passes Masters's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Shoenfeld wants to pass the guard but Masters is defending well.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Shoenfeld in particular looking to stall.#T1#
Masters makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Masters.
Shoenfeld passes Masters's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Shoenfeld trying to mount his opponent but Masters defends it.
Shoenfeld is working hard here to advance position.
Shoenfeld passes to side control. #SUB#
Shoenfeld tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Shoenfeld has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Shoenfeld wants to control but Masters is keeping him busy. #T2#
Masters is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Shoenfeld takes a little break here. Masters wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Masters is trying to control Shoenfeld's posture but Shoenfeld avoids it.
Shoenfeld tries to move to mount but Masters blocks the move with his legs.
Masters tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Shoenfeld wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Masters is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#T3#
Shoenfeld trying to control the action but Masters is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Shoenfeld goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Masters has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Shoenfeld but great work by Masters.#SUB2#
Masters looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Shoenfeld is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Masters off and has taken his back!
Masters prevents Shoenfeld from getting a body triangle.#SUB#
Shoenfeld looking to break Masters's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Masters remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Shoenfeld will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Shoenfeld trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
#SUB#
Shoenfeld working for a choke but Masters is defending well. #T4#
Masters tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Shoenfeld fails to move to back control.
Masters slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Shoenfeld prevents Masters from improving his position.
Shoenfeld wants to pass the guard but Masters is defending well.
Masters 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.
Masters manages to get to full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Brett Shoenfeld dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Shoenfeld swinging wildly here.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!#TD#
Shoenfeld shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Masters manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Shoenfeld won't allow Masters to sweep him here.
Masters can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Shoenfeld controls the pace.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Masters 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#
Masters looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shoenfeld manages to get to full guard.
Masters trying to control the position from guard on top but Shoenfeld is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
Masters trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Masters wants to control from the top but Shoenfeld keeps moving.
Shoenfeld working a defensive guard here.
Shoenfeld looking to hit a scissor sweep but Masters is one step ahead there.
Masters pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Shoenfeld is keeping the position for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#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.
Shoenfeld keeping moving, preventing Masters from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Shoenfeld working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Masters doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Shoenfeld is tightening it up a little... Masters has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Masters reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Masters taps out! Nice BJJ there by Shoenfeld!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:31 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Brett Shoenfeld!
Brett Shoenfeld is the new bantamweight champion!
Brett Shoenfeld took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Pound Town INC for their support in the buildup to the fight.
Millard Masters was interviewed post fight and said 'Damn, I will go back to the gym and get stronger'. |
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Event:
Highland 101
Date: Oct 24, 2021 |
#R1#
Kamogawa lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#TD#
Masters looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Kamogawa!
Masters is looking to take a break and control but Kamogawa is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Masters controlling from side mount.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Masters is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Kamogawa knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Kamogawa manages to work his way to half guard, despite Masters's best efforts.
Masters has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kamogawa gets full guard.
Kamogawa is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Masters controls from within his opponent's guard.
Kamogawa trying to control the position here. #T1#
Kamogawa lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Masters tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Masters lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Kamogawa has control of Masters's left arm, preventing Masters from doing any damage.
Kamogawa keeping full guard, as Masters tries to pass.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kamogawa wants to sweep here but Masters controlling him for the moment.
Masters advances position into side control!
Masters is looking to take a break and control but Kamogawa is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Kamogawa is trying to improve his position.#T2#
Kamogawa manages to work his way to half guard, despite Masters's best efforts.
Kamogawa is looking to improve his position.
Kamogawa keeps trying to improve his position.
Kamogawa wants to control but Masters is keeping busy.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Kamogawa can do anything to dispel that myth.
Kamogawa is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Masters is looking to take a break and control but Kamogawa is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Kamogawa wants to control the action here but instead Masters manages to pass to full mount!
Masters wants to control the pace but Kamogawa is squirming around nicely.
Masters avoids the attempt from Kamogawa to control.
Kamogawa just holding on.#T3#
Kamogawa wants to control but Masters is having none of it.
Kamogawa really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Masters. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Masters working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Masters fails to take his opponent's back.
Kamogawa tries to get back to half guard but can't. #SUB#
Kamogawa tries to improve his position but Masters has taken his back! Masters has a choke - it's sunk in pretty tight... Will Kamogawa tap? No... maybe... yes! He's tapped! Masters pushes Kamogawa away and gets up to celebrate with his corner!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Millard Masters!
A relieved looking Millard Masters 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:
Highland 99
Date: Oct 17, 2021 |
#R1#
Masters fails with the takedown.
Falto defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Masters.
Masters looks for a takedown but Falto sprawls well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Millard Masters. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Masters doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Falto counters with a left and a right that stings Masters.
Masters with a lazy takedown attempt
and Falto counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#TD#
Masters scores with a takedown into Falto's guard.
Falto keeping full guard, as Masters tries to pass. #SUB2#
Masters is posturing up here but Falto has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Masters tries to roll out but it's too tight and Masters has to tap! Slick submission there by Falto!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Valerio Falto!
Our winner, Valerio Falto, 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.
Millard Masters spoke after the fight, saying 'Damn, I will go back to the gym and get stronger'. |
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Event:
Highland 95
Date: Oct 03, 2021 |
#R1#
Masters defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Crumper.
Masters punishes Crumper's body with a nice straight punch.
Masters defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Crumper.
Dax Crumper seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Crumper drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Masters can't do much from the bottom here.
Masters tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Crumper wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB2#
Crumper wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Masters, who protects the arm well.
Masters can't do much from the bottom here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Crumper wants to lay and pray for a moment but Masters keeps working. #T1#
Masters tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Crumper lands a few punches from side control.
Masters is looking to regain half guard here but Crumper keeps moving and retains side control.
Crumper working away.
You can see the frustration on Masters's face as Crumper controls the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Crumper wants to control for a moment but Masters uses the opportunity to move back to half guard. #SUB#
Masters is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Crumper pulls his head out easily. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Crumper not doing much here.
Masters controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Masters moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T3#
Crumper trying to control but Masters is working from the bottom.
Crumper postures up and lands a big shot to Masters's brow.
Masters looking for a sweep. Not yet Masters, not yet. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD2#
Crumper shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Crumper is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Masters 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.#T4#
Masters is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Crumper trying to control the position from guard on top but Masters is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Masters is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Crumper defends well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Dax Crumper 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#
Masters defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Crumper.
Masters throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Crumper shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Masters as he jumps to the side.
It looked like Masters was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.#TD#
Masters gets a takedown into half guard.
Crumper is staying active underneath Masters, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Crumper looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Masters pushes past his half guard into mount!
Masters fails to advance to Crumper's back.
Masters can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Crumper is looking to escape.
Crumper 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.#T1#
Crumper is trying desperately to improve position.
Crumper sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Crumper is looking to improve his position.
Masters trying to pass the guard but Crumper defending well.
Crumper is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.#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.
Masters is keen to just control but Crumper is a slippery customer.
Crumper is looking for a sweep. Masters is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Crumper is defending against the submission attempts here by Masters.
Masters is trying to control the action in half guard but Crumper is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Masters is looking to advance position but Crumper won't allow it.
Masters perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Crumper tries to roll over but Masters keeps him under control.#T3#
Crumper trying to control but Masters postures up.
#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Crumper.
Millard Masters has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dax Crumper.#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Masters. #SUB#
Masters is trying to get an arm triangle but Crumper is defending well.
Masters tries to advance to mount but Crumper denies him. #T4#
Masters moves into full mount!
Crumper tries to reverse the position but Masters maintains control.
Crumper is still trying to improve position.
Crumper sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Crumper tries to get to full guard but Masters has control of the leg. #SUB#
Masters is trying to work for a kimura but Crumper is defending well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Millard Masters dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Masters leaves Crumper with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Crumper tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Masters defends well and Crumper ends up having to push Masters into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Masters scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Crumper doesn't seem bothered though.
Crumper takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Crumper takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.#TD2#
Crumper throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Masters was covering up waiting for the punch and Crumper finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Crumper stopping the sweep attempt from Masters.
Masters trying to keep a closed guard but Crumper is proving a slippery customer.
Masters manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Crumper manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Masters trying to control the position from guard on top but Crumper is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
Masters stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Crumper swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Crumper keeping moving, preventing Masters from controlling successfully.
Masters stopping the sweep attempt from Crumper.#SUB2#
Crumper working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Masters doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Masters manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Masters pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Crumper is keeping the position for now. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Masters controlling from the top position. #SUB2#
Crumper is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Masters forces his way into half guard.
Crumper won't allow Masters to pass to mount. #T3#
Crumper tries to roll over but Masters keeps him under control.
Crumper is not content to let Masters control the position.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Crumper tries to roll over but Masters keeps him under control.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Crumper shoots for a takedown but Masters saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Millard Masters has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dax Crumper.
Nice takedown defense from Masters. No joy for Crumper on that attempt.
Millard Masters is winning the standup battle so far.
Crumper takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Masters stuffs the takedown attempt from Crumper. Crumper gets slowly back to his feet.
Masters stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Masters wants it to stay on the feet.#TD#
Masters shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.#T4#
Masters moves nicely into side control. #SUB#
Masters is working to tighten his grip on Crumper's neck. He's isolated an arm and is working for an arm triangle. Crumper has recognised the danger and is trying to turn with the submission but Masters is really squeezing tight and eventually Crumper passes out! Masters breaks the hold and jumps onto the cage to celebrate! Submission of the night, I'd say!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:38 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Millard Masters!
Millard Masters got down on his knees post fight and begged the management for a title shot. 'Please, I want that title shot so bad! Give it to me!' |
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Event:
TWGC 35 (145lbs, D3): Las Vegas Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Sep 11, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; Danny Berkel! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Millard Masters!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Franklin, Chris Downing and Robert Twigg.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Masters shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Masters showed some decent athleticism there. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Berkel (0) vs (2) Masters
Berkel makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Berkel.#SUB#
Berkel had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Masters defends it easily.
Masters wants to pass the guard but Berkel is keeping the position.
Masters must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Masters engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Masters stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Berkel swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Masters trying to control but Berkel is working from the bottom. #T1##SUB#
Berkel working for a triangle but Masters defends it easily.
#SUB#
Berkel is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Masters trying to control the position from guard on top but Berkel is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Masters really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Berkel. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Masters looking to pass the guard. #T2##SUB#
Berkel escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Masters gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Berkel wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Berkel keeping moving, preventing Masters from controlling successfully.
Masters pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Berkel is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Berkel is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Berkel is trying to keep Masters in close.
#T3#
Masters wants to pass the guard but Berkel is keeping the position.
Berkel is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Masters trying to control but Berkel is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Berkel 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.
My spies in The Jungle Room inform me that Masters has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Masters looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Berkel is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T4#
Masters stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Berkel swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Masters keeps trying to improve his position.
Berkel manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Masters manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Berkel (2) vs (2) Masters
Masters trying to control the position.
Masters keeping moving, preventing Berkel from controlling successfully. #T5##SUB2#
Masters working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Berkel doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Berkel manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Masters wants to sweep but no luck.
Masters wants to control the position but Berkel says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Masters has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Berkel is working away from the top position though.
Berkel seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Masters does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB#
Berkel is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB#
Berkel is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#T6#
Masters won't allow Berkel to pass to mount. #SUB#
Berkel is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Masters sees it coming and defends easily.
Masters controlling the position for now.
Masters wants to get back to full guard.
Masters wants to control but Berkel is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Masters is looking to improve his position.
#T7##SUB#
Berkel is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB#
Berkel is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Masters is looking for a sweep. Berkel is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T8#
Berkel trying to control the action but Masters is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Masters is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Berkel pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Berkel is looking for submissions but instead, Masters has regained full guard.
Berkel stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Masters swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Berkel works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Masters has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Berkel is working away from the top position though.#T9#
Masters tries to roll over but Berkel keeps him under control.
Berkel passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Berkel (5) vs (2) Masters
Berkel trying to control the action but Masters is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Berkel is trying to get an arm triangle but Masters is defending well.
Masters is trying to get back to half guard.#T10#
Masters is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Berkel wants to lay and pray for a moment but Masters keeps working.
Masters regains half guard.#SUB#
Masters is defending against the submission attempts here by Berkel.
Masters is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Berkel wants to pass the guard but Masters is defending well. #T11#
Masters is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Berkel is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Masters! Score +3 for passing guard: Berkel (8) vs (2) Masters
Masters is working to get back to half guard.
#SUB#
Berkel moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Masters has worked his arm free - good work by Masters!
Masters struggling a bit here.
Berkel trying to control the position but Masters is working away. #T12##SUB#
Berkel looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Masters manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Masters wants to control but Berkel is keeping busy.
Berkel is looking to take a break and control but Masters is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T13##SUB#
Berkel is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Masters doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Berkel.
Berkel wants to pass to mount but Masters is defending the position. #SUB#
Berkel 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. Masters tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Berkel!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 14:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Danny Berkel!
Our winner, Danny Berkel, 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.
Millard Masters spoke after the fight, saying 'Damn, I will go back to the gym and get stronger'. |
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Event:
The Island Season 12, 135 lbs, Round 4
Date: Aug 25, 2021 |
#R1##CL#
Takashi rushes Masters and presses him up against the cage.
Takashi lands a right hand. #TD#
Takashi pulls guard effortlessly.
Takashi trying to control the position.
Takashi wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Masters stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Takashi swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Masters trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #SUB#
Takashi looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Masters trying to control but Takashi is working from the bottom.
Masters must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T1##SUB#
Takashi has his foot on Masters's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Masters works his way back into a safe position though.
Masters throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Masters slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Takashi wants to control but Masters postures up.
You can see the frustration on Takashi's face as Masters controls the position.
Masters really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Takashi. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Masters tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it. #SUB2#
Masters working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T2##SUB2#
Masters tries for a kimura but Takashi is defending well.
Masters is looking to take a break and control but Takashi is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Masters working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Takashi has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Takashi tries to improve position but can't. #T3##SUB2#
Masters wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Takashi, who protects the arm well.
Masters looking to control but instead Takashi has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.#SUB2#
Masters is looking for a kimura but Takashi is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Masters to get the leverage.
Takashi gets full guard.
Masters loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Masters trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Takashi trying to control the position here.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Takashi is trying to keep Masters in close.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Masters accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#CL#
Takashi drives through and clinches with Masters against the cage.
Masters fails to pull the fight into his guard.
#TD#
Takashi jumps into guard, dragging Masters to the mat.
Takashi pulls Masters in to control the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Masters pushing down on Takashi's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Takashi is staying active underneath Masters, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Takashi gets full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Kazuo Takashi dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Masters shoots in for a takedown but Takashi shows good takedown defense.
Takashi is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Masters.
Masters lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Masters throws a series of punches but Takashi avoids them all with ease.
Takashi stuffs the takedown.
Masters throws an overhand right that lands on Takashi's shoulder, as Takashi tries to avoid the shot. #TD#
Takashi gets a takedown into half guard.
Takashi stalling.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Masters is not content to let Takashi control the position.#T1#
Masters trying to control here.
Takashi is looking to take a break and control but Masters is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Masters has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Takashi is working away from the top position though.
Takashi not doing much here.
#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Masters won't allow Takashi to pass to mount. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#CL#
Takashi closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Takashi is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Masters can do to turn this around?
Masters working hard to break the clinch.
Masters wants to stall.
Masters doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Takashi gets underhooks to prevent Masters's takedown attempt.
Kazuo Takashi has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Millard Masters.
Takashi stalling the fight.
Masters is looking for a takedown.
Takashi has Masters pressed against the cage.
Masters tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Takashi lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Masters or not.
Masters looking for a takedown. #T3#
Takashi leaning his opponent against the cage.#TD#
Takashi drags the fight down to the ground.
#SUB#
Masters avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Takashi working a defensive guard here.
Masters throwing strikes but missing.
Takashi working a defensive guard here.
Takashi is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR##T4#
Masters wants to control the action here but instead Takashi manages to pass to full mount!
Masters keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Masters keeps trying to improve his position.
Takashi controlling from mount.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Masters tries to control the position but Takashi now has his back.
Takashi keeps control of the position as Masters tries to break free.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Kazuo Takashi dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! And we move into the final round!#R3#
Masters is trying hard to land a takedown here. Takashi sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Takashi changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Masters misses with a wild combination.
Masters swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
#TD2#
Masters looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Takashi trying to control the position here.
Masters wants to pass the guard but Takashi is keeping the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Masters drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Takashi dives on top into guard.#REVR#
Our spies down at at Walter J Abramowitz Center for Bigness inform us that Masters has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Masters is controlling Takashi's posture.#T1#
Takashi controls from within his opponent's guard.
Takashi forces his way into half guard.
Masters tries to get to full guard but Takashi has control of the leg.
Takashi frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Masters is trying desperately to improve position.
Masters is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Takashi wants to take Masters's back here but Masters is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
#T3#
Takashi content just to control the position here.
Masters is looking to get to half guard.
Takashi works his way to his opponent's back.
Takashi tries to get the hooks in deep but Masters pushed the leg off.
Masters is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Takashi off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
I really don't envy Masters right now.
Masters staying busy and making it hard for Takashi to control. #T4##SUB#
Masters is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Takashi gets his way!
Masters surviving as best he can, preventing damage.
Masters tries to roll but Takashi sticks to his back.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Takashi is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Takashi is looking to control Masters but Masters is wriggling around and keeping busy.
And that's the end of the fight!
Kazuo Takashi showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Takashi, 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 Michael Johnstone scores the fight for Kazuo Takashi!
Judge Peter Branson scores the fight for Kazuo Takashi!
Judge Santiago Holmes scores the fight for Kazuo Takashi!
Kazuo Takashi wins by unanimous decision!
During a confident post fight interview, Kazuo Takashi thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
The defeated Millard Masters had this to say: 'Damn, I will go back to the gym and get stronger'. |
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Event:
The Island Season 12, 135 lbs, Round 3
Date: Aug 24, 2021 |
#R1#
Masters swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
#TD2#
Masters gets the takedown into side control.
Masters trying to control the action but Falto is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Masters working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB2#
Falto wants to improve his position, back to half guard but Masters has ideas of his own. He's got hold of Falto's far side arm and it looks like he's got an Americana. Ohh! Ohhhh! OOOOOOOOOH! A human being's arm is not meant to bend like that! Falto is tapping like a morse code operator on the Titanic! SOS SOS! He's out of here! Great win for Masters!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Millard Masters!
Millard Masters got down on his knees post fight and begged the management for a title shot. 'Please, I want that title shot so bad! Give it to me!' |
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Event:
The Island Season 12, 135 lbs, Round 2
Date: Aug 23, 2021 |
#R1#
Sneakers tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Masters was well out of range. Poor timing from Sneakers.
Sneakers throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sneakers. Masters does a little dance to reset his feet.
Masters closes this distance looking for a takedown but Sneakers circles away.
Masters has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Walter J Abramowitz Center for Bigness in the buildup to the fight.
A jab from Sneakers does it's job there.
Sneakers takes a swing at Masters's ribcage but misses.
Sneakers throws a body punch but Masters moves out of range.
Sneakers throws a nice looking combination but Masters bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Sneakers looks to land a combination but Masters avoids it well.
Masters looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Sneakers looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Masters takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sneakers with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Sneakers looks to land a right hand but Masters moved out of range.
Masters wants to clinch
and Sneakers counters with a right hand to the body.
Masters keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
#T1#
A looping hook to the body misses from Sneakers. Masters does a little dance to reset his feet.
Sneakers throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Masters appears to be looking for a big counter.
Masters is looking to clinch but Sneakers is avoiding it.
Sneakers looks to throw the jab but Masters is out of range.
Masters steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Sneakers.
Masters fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
#TD#
Masters drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sneakers wants to improve his position but instead Masters has moved into half guard.
Sneakers makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Sneakers.
Masters looking to pass the guard. #T2#
Sneakers 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.
Masters stands and throws Sneakers's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Masters in the domination position with Sneakers hanging on.
You can see the frustration on Sneakers's face as Masters controls the position.
Sneakers regains half guard there - taking advantage of Masters's attempt to lay and pray for a moment.
Masters misses with a head shot. Sneakers uses the momentum to regain guard. #T3#
Masters slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Sneakers is trying to control the position but Masters postures up.
Sneakers pulls Masters in close to prevent any damage.
Masters trying to control but Sneakers is working from the bottom.
Masters throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Sneakers works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #SUB#
Masters drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Sneakers manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Masters has Sneakers in his guard.#REVB##T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Sneakers throws a big right hand that misses. #SUB#
Masters is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Sneakers defends well.
Masters preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Sneakers postures up in Masters's guard and throws a big left but Masters blocks it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sneakers landing with the ground and pound.
Sneakers landing some decent shots from guard. #SUB#
Sneakers avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Squeaky Sneakers dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Masters takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Sneakers pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Masters back to the cage. Sneakers follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Sneakers throws a hook but Masters blocks it.
Squeaky Sneakers seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Masters misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
#TD#
Masters shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Sneakers is trying to defend but Masters finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Sneakers tries to get to full guard but Masters has control of the leg.
Masters wants to lay and pray for a moment but Sneakers keeps working.
Masters missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #T1#
Sneakers wants to improve his position but Masters is controlling well.
Masters not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Sneakers is refusing to be controlled, as Masters sits in half guard.
Masters is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Sneakers is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#SUB#
Masters seems to be working for a kimura but Sneakers defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Masters is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Sneakers is just riding it out for now. Masters eventually gives up the hold.
Masters is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Sneakers! #T2#
Masters wants to control the pace but Sneakers is squirming around nicely.
Sneakers slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.#SUB#
Masters is looking for a kimura but Sneakers is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Masters to get the leverage.
Sneakers wants to get back to full guard.
Masters works his way into side control.
You can see the frustration on Sneakers's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Sneakers stops Masters from passing to mount. #T3##SUB#
Masters tries for a kimura but Sneakers is defending well.
Sneakers wants to control but Masters postures up.#SUB#
Masters tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Masters has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Masters wants to take a breather but Sneakers manages to regain guard - a lesson learnt for Masters.
Sneakers keeping moving, preventing Masters from controlling successfully. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Masters passes Sneakers's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Masters is pressing down on Sneakers's thigh, looking to free his foot. Sneakers is holding on for now. #SUB#
Masters is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Sneakers defends it well. #SUB#
Sneakers makes his way to full guard, as Masters worked for a kimura.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Masters trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Millard Masters dominated that second 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. This is the final round!#R3#
Sneakers jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Sneakers's corner calls for a 1-2. Sneakers obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Masters fails in his attempt to clinch.
Masters keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
#TD#
Masters gets a double leg takedown into Sneakers's guard.
Masters tries to free his leg and advance position but Sneakers is retaining full guard.
Sneakers controlling the position.
Masters tries to free his leg and advance position but Sneakers is retaining full guard.
Sneakers bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Masters's guard. #REVB#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Masters wants to hit a sweep here but Sneakers passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Masters there!
Sneakers cracks Masters with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
#T1#
Masters regains half guard.
Masters works his way to full guard. Good work.
Sneakers trying to control the position from guard on top but Masters is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sneakers works over Masters with some ground and pound from guard.
Sneakers throws a big elbow that misses. #SUB#
Masters has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Sneakers can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Sneakers scoring with some ground and pound.
Sneakers stands up over Masters, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #T2#
Sneakers trying to control the position from guard on top but Masters is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sneakers scoring with some ground and pound.
Masters on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Masters tries to get out of the position.
Sneakers postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Masters utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #SUB#
Masters looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Sneakers has picked Masters up and slammed him! Masters can't keep hold of the triangle and Sneakers manages to pass to side control!
Sneakers creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Sneakers in side control lands a decent elbow.
Sneakers wants to lay and pray for a moment but Masters keeps working. #T3#
Masters takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Sneakers lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Sneakers working the ground and pound but Masters is defending the strikes.
Masters is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Sneakers lands a few punches from side control.
Sneakers has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Masters is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Sneakers working the head and body with strikes.
Sneakers throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #T4#
Sneakers wants to lay and pray for a moment but Masters keeps working. #SUB#
Masters actively working from the bottom here.
Sneakers is stalling here. Masters is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Sneakers seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Masters has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Sneakers trying to control but Masters flips him over like a cheap hooker and has his back!#SUB#
Masters is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Masters looking for the rear naked choke. And he's got it! Sneakers taps!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Millard Masters!
Millard Masters took to the mic after the fight and begged the organizational hierarchy for a shot at the title. |
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Event:
The Island Season 12, 135 lbs, Round 1
Date: Aug 22, 2021 |
#R1#
Schultz throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Masters on the side of the head.
Schultz showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Masters.
Schultz looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Schultz tests Masters's chin there with a solid looking shot.#CUT2#It looks like Millard Masters has been cut.
Schultz catches Masters with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#ROC2#Masters is rocked!
Masters throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #TD#
Masters closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Schultz's guard.
Schultz is wriggling around but Masters manages to pass to half guard.
#REVB#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Masters missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Masters tries to pass to full mount but Schultz defends it.
Schultz tries to get to full guard but Masters has control of the leg. #T1#
Still in half guard, Masters seems content to control.#SUB#
Masters 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! Schultz is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Millard Masters!
Millard Masters took his opportunity to call for a title shot in his post fight interview. |
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Event:
Highland 77
Date: Jul 11, 2021 |
#R1#
Masters avoids the body shot from Takashi.
Takashi tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Masters defends well and Takashi ends up having to push Masters into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
The referee calls for Takashi to work.
Takashi's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Masters goes for a takedown attempt but Takashi pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Takashi blocks a head kick by Masters.
#CL#
Takashi moves into the clinch.
Takashi stalling in the clinch.
Masters wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Takashi stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Masters wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Masters jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Takashi walks away with a smile on his face. Masters gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Takashi shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Masters pinned against the cage. Masters gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #T1#
Some wild striking there from Masters.
Masters throws a low kick but Takashi moves out of range easily.
Masters pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Masters misses with a hook. Takashi ducked under it nicely.
Takashi is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Masters.
Masters throws a body kick that misses #TD#
and Takashi counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Masters!
Takashi trying to control the action but Masters is working from the bottom.
Takashi looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Masters is looking for a sweep.#T2#
Takashi is looking to take a break and control but Masters is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Masters is trying to improve his position.
You can see the frustration on Masters's face as Takashi controls the position.
Masters is looking for a sweep.
Takashi wants to lay and pray for a moment but Masters keeps working. #T3#
Masters tries to control but Takashi manages to take his back.
Takashi is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Takashi struggling to keep hold of the position.
Takashi is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
#SUB#
Takashi is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Masters wants to control his opponent's hands but Takashi gets his hands free. #T4##SUB#
Takashi patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?#SUB#
Takashi is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Masters defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Masters tries to escape but Takashi has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Takashi controlling from the back.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Takashi 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, Masters has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Kazuo Takashi dominated that round.
That's time! Takashi's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Masters misses with a series of wild punches.
Masters throws a body shot but no joy.
A head kick misses from Masters. #CL#
Takashi gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#TD#
Takashi successfully pulls guard.
Masters wants to pass the guard but Takashi is keeping the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Masters controlling from the top position.
Masters must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Masters wants to control from the top but Takashi keeps moving. #T1#
Takashi is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#SUB#
Takashi is looking for a triangle here but Masters uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
#SUB2#
Masters is trying to get an arm triangle but Takashi is defending well.
Takashi is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Masters's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#SUB2#
Masters is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Takashi defends it well. #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.
Takashi is pressing down on Masters's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB2#
Masters thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Masters trying to control but Takashi is working from the bottom.
Takashi seems keen to control Masters's posture.
Masters trying to control the position from guard on top but Takashi is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Masters tries to free his leg and advance position but Takashi is retaining full guard. #T3#
Takashi trying to control the position.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Masters sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Takashi's guard.
Masters wants to stand but Takashi has hold of a leg and an arm, so he's trapped for now. #SUB2#
Masters seems to be working for a kimura but Takashi defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Takashi actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Takashi is defending against the submission attempts here by Masters.
#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#CL#
Takashi clinches with his opponent.
Masters has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Takashi avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Masters tries to break free but Takashi pushes him back against the cage.
The referee is keeping an eye on Takashi - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
#TD#
Takashi pulls guard.
Masters is looking to work some ground and pound but Takashi has wrist control.
Masters working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Masters wants to pass the guard but Takashi is keeping the position.
Kazuo Takashi overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Takashi trying to control the position here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Millard Masters will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R3#
Takashi looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Masters looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Takashi tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Masters manages to circle out of the way.
Masters throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
#CL#
and Takashi holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch. #TD#
Takashi pulls guard effortlessly. #SUB#
Takashi escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Masters gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Takashi controls Masters momentarily but Masters frees himself.
Takashi keeping moving, preventing Masters from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Takashi controls Masters momentarily but Masters frees himself. #T1#
Masters looking to pass the guard.
Takashi looking to control.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Masters really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Takashi. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Takashi keeping moving, preventing Masters from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Masters throws a combination that misses #TD#
and Takashi counters with a nice double leg into guard. #SUB2#
Masters working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Takashi doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Takashi manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Masters is trying to keep Takashi in close.
#T2##SUB2#
Masters throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Takashi escapes and throws Masters's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Masters is looking for a sweep.#SUB#
Takashi tries for a kimura but Masters is defending well.
Takashi is looking to take a break and control but Masters is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.#T3#
Takashi trying to control the position but Masters is working away.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Masters is looking for a sweep.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Masters is not content to let Takashi control the position.
Masters tries to control the position but he's not in luck - Takashi easily slips into full mount!
Takashi tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Takashi is dominating on the ground here - he's now on his opponent's back, looking to sink in the hooks. Masters is in real trouble.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Takashi just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Kazuo Takashi clearly takes that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R4#
Masters misses with a looping left.
Takashi appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Masters falls off balance throwing a combination
#CL#
and Takashi moves into the clinch.
Masters goes for a takedown in the clinch but Takashi prevents it.
#TD#
Takashi pulls guard.
Masters stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Takashi swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Masters trying to control but Takashi is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Takashi trying to control the position.
Takashi being controlled here, momentarily. #T1##SUB#
Takashi working for a triangle but Masters defends it easily.
Masters tries to free his leg and advance position but Takashi is retaining full guard.
Masters wants to stand but Takashi has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Takashi keeping moving, preventing Masters from controlling successfully.
Takashi is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Masters can do to turn this around?#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Masters throws a right and a left that Takashi avoids nicely.
Takashi tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Masters manages to circle out of the way.#CL#
Takashi has taken the fight to the clinch.
Masters is working for takedown but Takashi is calmly controlling the position for now.
Masters goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Masters looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Takashi tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Takashi content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Masters pressing his opponent against the cage. #TD#
Takashi manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. #SUB2#
Masters drops back looking for a leg! Takashi is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Takashi manages to kick Masters off! Masters jumps back into Takashi's guard.
Masters stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Takashi swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T3##SUB#
Takashi is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Masters has his hands clasped together but Takashi extends and breaks Masters's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Takashi.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:32 of round 4, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Kazuo Takashi!
Kazuo Takashi retains his bantamweight title!
During a confident post fight interview, Kazuo Takashi thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
Millard Masters spoke after the fight, saying 'Damn, I will go back to the gym and get stronger'. |
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Event:
Highland 74
Date: Jul 02, 2021 |
#R1#
Masters fails to land the takedown.
Sobhraj has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Walter J Abramowitz Center for Bigness in the buildup to the fight.
Sobhraj stuffs the takedown.
Sobhraj appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Masters fails to land the takedown.
Sobhraj tries to counter with a takedown but Masters is quick to defend against it.
Masters has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Charles Sobhraj has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Millard Masters.
A big left from Sobhraj misses.
Sobhraj just misses with a punch to the body.
Sobhraj steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Masters.
Sobhraj throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Sobhraj throws an overhand right that lands on Masters's shoulder, as Masters tries to avoid the shot.
Nice shot by Sobhraj.#TD2#
Masters shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Sobhraj is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Masters is trying to control the action in half guard but Sobhraj is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T1#
Masters is looking to advance position but Sobhraj won't allow it.
Sobhraj is trying to control but can't.
Masters prevents Sobhraj from improving his position.#SUB2#
Masters is looking for a kimura here.
Masters prevents Sobhraj from improving his position.
Masters is looking to advance position but Sobhraj won't allow it. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Masters is trying to control. Sobhraj wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Sobhraj tries to get to full guard but Masters has control of the leg.
Masters frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Sobhraj is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Masters with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Sobhraj wants to hold on but Masters pushes him away.
Sobhraj working to try and regain half guard.
#T3#
Sobhraj is flailing around like a fish out of water, trying to land strikes.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sobhraj slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Sobhraj missing with punches from the bottom.
Sobhraj on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Sobhraj tries to get out of the position.
Masters is looking to stall here but Sobhraj recovers full guard.
Masters content to stall in guard here. #SUB#
Sobhraj throws his legs up looking for a submission but Masters uses it to pass to side control.
Sobhraj striking from the bottom but nothing landed.
#T4#
Sloppy strikes there by Masters.#SUB2#
Masters is in a dominant position here, looking for a kimura. Sobhraj looks calm but he's in trouble here. Masters gets his leg over his opponent's head and yanks on the arm. Sobhraj is tapping like a morse code operator on the titanic! SOS! SOS! Masters lets go of the hold and Sobhraj can pop his arm back in it's socket.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Millard Masters!
A pretty intense looking Millard Masters took the opportunity post-fight to ask for a shot at the title. |
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Event:
Highland 61
Date: Jun 09, 2021 |
#R1#
Palathai checks a leg kick.
Masters tries to clinch but Palathai is having none of it.
Masters throws a leg kick
and Palathai counters with a nice uppercut.
Masters misses with a series of wild punches.
Palathai dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Palathai lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Millard Masters seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Palathai throws the kick towards the body but Masters avoids it.
A head kick by Palathai misses #TD#
and Masters counters with a nice double leg into guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Palathai can't keep his opponent in guard - Masters advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #SUB#
Masters is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Masters with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T1##SUB#
Palathai is kicking away at Masters from the bottom - trying to push off and stand up. Masters grabs hold of a leg and drops back for a heel hook! The two fighters roll across the mat, with Palathai trying to push Masters off... Palathai taps! He's tapped! This one is all over! A throwback to the old Pancrase there with an infrequently seen submission hold! Nice work.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Heel Hook). Millard Masters!
A very excited looking Millard Masters 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 55
Date: May 30, 2021 |
#R1#
Masters fails with the takedown.
Phillips changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Masters shoots in for a double leg but Phillips sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Phillips throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Phillips scores with a head kick.
That kick from Phillips tenderised Masters's leg. Masters is trying to keep his angry face on.
Masters fails with a takedown attempt.
Masters looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Millard Masters. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Phillips tries to clinch but Masters moves out of range.
Masters throws a series of punches but Phillips moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Phillips gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Phillips prevents a takedown attempt there.
#BC2#
Phillips breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Masters fails with a takedown attempt.#T1#
Phillips defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Masters.
Masters takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Pedro Phillips is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Masters avoids the head kick by Phillips.
Phillips lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Phillips throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Phillips slips a jab and a cross from Masters.
Phillips throws a head kick that half lands.
Phillips connects with a high kick. #ROC2#Masters is rocked!
Masters throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
And Phillips tries to counter it with a takedown but Masters pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Oh Masters is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Masters shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Phillips as he jumps to the side.
Masters seems to have got his legs back now.
Phillips scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.#T2#
Phillips is looking to clinch.
Masters tries to clinch there but Phillips circles away.
Phillips feints the counter takedown.#TD#
Masters scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Masters is trying to control. Phillips wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Masters stops Phillips from getting back to his feet.
Phillips trying to control but Masters postures up.
Masters passes to side control.
Masters postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
#SUB#
Masters is trying to get an arm triangle but Phillips is defending well. #SUB#
Masters wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Phillips, who protects the arm well. #T3##SUB#
Masters tries for a kimura but Phillips is defending well.
I wouldn't like to be where Phillips is right now.
Masters wants to lay and pray for a moment but Phillips keeps working.
Phillips is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Masters trying to mount his opponent but Phillips defends it. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Masters frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Phillips is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #SUB#
Masters is working for a guillotine from mount but Phillips frees his head quite easily.
Masters looking to finish with strikes here!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Masters working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Masters moves to take his opponent's back.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Pedro Phillips 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#
Phillips smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Phillips scores with a head kick. Masters tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Phillips throws out a powerful jab.
Masters misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Phillips.
#CL2#
Phillips gets in close and instigates a clinch. #BC2#
Phillips breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Masters fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Phillips avoids it really well and circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Masters fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Phillips sprawls well initially but Masters persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #SUB#
Masters is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Masters wants to control but Phillips is keeping him busy. #T1#
Phillips is positioning himself well to prevent Masters advancing to mount.
Phillips wants to get back to full guard.
Phillips is trying to maintain the position but Masters is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB#
Phillips is defending against the submission attempts here by Masters.
#SUB#
Masters is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Phillips doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Masters. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Masters is stalling here. Phillips is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Masters seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Phillips has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
We've been informed that Phillips has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Phillips tries to stand but Masters is controlling his head.
Masters on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Masters tries to get out of the position.
Masters tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Phillips tries to stand but Masters is controlling his head.
Millard Masters overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T3#
Phillips working away.
Phillips tries to stand but Masters is controlling his head.
Masters might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Masters is trying to get back to half guard.
Phillips wants to stand but Masters has him controlled and pulls him back into his guard.
Phillips is fighting to break Masters's control of his arms but Masters is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB#
Phillips avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SU2#
Masters is working an open guard so Phillips takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.#TD#
Masters feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Phillips preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #SUB#
Masters 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.
Phillips trying to keep a closed guard but Masters is proving a slippery customer.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Phillips tries to land a sweep but no joy.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Pedro Phillips 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. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Masters looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Phillips is fending him off so far but Masters persists. Nope, Phillips circles away and we're back to standing.#CL2#
Masters tries to keep at a distance but Phillips has taken the fight into the clinch.#BC2#
Phillips breaks from the clinch.
Phillips has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Masters looks for a takedown but Phillips sprawls well.
Masters takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Millard Masters seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A combination from Masters does no damage.
Masters swats away the attempt to clinch by Phillips.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Phillips defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Masters.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Millard Masters. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Decent striking displayed by Phillips there.
Masters shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Phillips but Phillips pushes him off and we're back to square one.#T1#
Phillips misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Masters throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Phillips's waist but Phillips gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Masters off to one side.
Masters avoids the head kick by Phillips.
Phillips plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Masters tries to score a power double leg takedown but Phillips sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Masters somewhat.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#CL2#
Phillips drives through and clinches with Masters against the cage.
Phillips with a knee to the head.
Phillips stops a takedown attempt from Masters.
#BC2#
Phillips manages to break the clinch.
Phillips keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#T2#
Phillips tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Masters half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Phillips throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Phillips swats away the attempt to clinch by Masters.
Masters takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A slapping leg kick lands for Phillips.
Masters fails with a takedown attempt.
Phillips tries to clinch there but Masters circles away.
Phillips throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Phillips throws a shot to the body.
#T3#
Phillips bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Masters's head backwards.
Masters throws a right and a left that Phillips avoids nicely.
Phillips leaves Masters with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Phillips throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Phillips has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Phillips lands a head kick. Masters smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Masters changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Phillips tries to avoid it but Masters manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Phillips to the ground. Phillips escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Phillips defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Masters.
Phillips tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Pedro Phillips seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Masters throws a low kick but Phillips moves out of range easily.
Phillips is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.#TD#
Masters shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Phillips's guard.
Masters trying to control the position from guard on top but Phillips is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Masters stops Phillips from standing up. #T4#
Masters preventing the sweep.
Phillips is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Phillips is looking to stand up but Masters isn't so interested in that idea.
Phillips looking to control.
#SUB#
Masters drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Phillips manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Masters has Phillips in his guard.#REVB#
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!
Masters is trying to control the position but Phillips postures up.
And that's the end of the fight!
Pedro Phillips comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Phillips 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 Sandra Marshall scores the fight 27:30
Judge Michael Johnstone scores the fight 27:30
Judge Winston Alpacca scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Pedro Phillips!
As Pedro Phillips got his breath back, he grabbed the microphone and managed to blurt out the following: gracias a las personas que me apoyan los amo a todos.'.
Millard Masters spoke after the fight, saying 'Damn, I will go back to the gym and get stronger'. |
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Event:
Highland 47
Date: May 19, 2021 |
#R1#
Kara France tries to clinch there but Masters circles away.
Kara France tries to clinch up.
Masters's coach down at Tez’s Stand N Bang ! was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Masters's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Kara France connects with the punch.#CUT#It looks like Millard Masters has been cut.#TD2#
Masters closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. #SUB2#
Masters has hold of Kara France's arm. He's looking for a kimura. Kara France seems comfortable defending it but Masters has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! Kara France is real pain and he's forced to tap out! Kara France is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but Masters couldn't care less - he's delighted!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Millard Masters!
During a confident post fight interview, Millard Masters thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
Highland 38
Date: May 06, 2021 |
#R1#
Cassidy lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
A left lands for Cassidy.
Masters misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Cassidy throws a good cross that connects.
Cassidy is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Masters.
Masters takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Cassidy catches Masters with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#TD#
Masters is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Cassidy's half guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB#
Masters is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Cassidy has managed to free his arm - good work.
Cassidy is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Masters scores with a couple of nice shots.
Cassidy looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Masters wants to pass to mount but Cassidy is defending the position. #T1##SUB#
Masters 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! Cassidy is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Millard Masters!
Our winner, Millard Masters, 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 26
Date: Apr 19, 2021 |
#R1#
Diaz tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Diaz tries to clinch but Masters moves out of range.
Despite the aggression on Masters's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Diaz scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.#CL#
Diaz fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Masters, pushing him back against the cage.
Masters is looking for a takedown.
Diaz has Masters pressed against the cage.
Diaz gets through Masters's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Diaz gets through Masters's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Good body shot from Diaz.
Diaz has Masters pressed against the cage, preventing Masters from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Diaz pushes Masters back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Masters has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Diaz lands with a left to the head. #T1#
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Diaz creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Come on Diaz - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Diaz holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Come on Diaz - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Diaz lands with a right to the head.
Still in the clinch, Diaz scores with a nice short uppercut.
Masters is trying to push Diaz away but Diaz has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Diaz definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#TD#
Diaz successfully pulls guard.
#SUB#
Diaz has his foot on Masters's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Masters works his way back into a safe position though.
Diaz trying to control the position.
Diaz working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Masters.
Masters pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Diaz is keeping the position for now. #T2#
Masters throws a big right hand that misses. #SUB#
Diaz looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB2#
Masters drops back looking for a leg! Diaz is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Diaz manages to kick Masters off! Masters jumps back into Diaz's guard.
Diaz will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Masters being controlled here momentarily. #T3#
Diaz is trying to control the position but Masters postures up. #SUB#
Masters is sitting in close to Diaz's body. Diaz has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Masters is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Masters is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Diaz.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Noel Diaz!
Noel Diaz retains his bantamweight title!
Noel Diaz 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.
Millard Masters spoke after the fight, saying 'Damn, I will go back to the gym and get stronger'. |
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Event:
Highland 17
Date: Apr 04, 2021 |
#R1#
Turner dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Masters. That did some damage!
An inside leg kick lands from Turner.
A chopping leg kick lands by Turner.
A right-left combo lands from Turner.
Turner moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Apollo Turner seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Turner feints a jab promting Masters to slip. Turner then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Masters slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Sloppy strikes from Turner. Those never looked like landing.
Masters drops down looking for a counter takedown but Turner sprawls and moves away.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Turner!
We've been hearing reports that Masters has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Turner rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Masters moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Turner scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Turner misses with a combination
#TD#
and Masters decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Turner's guard.#T1#
Masters throws a big elbow that misses.
Masters looking to pass the guard.
Masters pushing down on Turner's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Masters 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#
Masters seems to be working for a kimura but Turner defends the submission attempt.#T2##SUB#
Masters has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Turner defend it? Masters steps over the head and cranks it - Turner is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Masters!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:15 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Millard Masters! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 10, 2021 |
#R1#
Henderson looks for a takedown but Masters sprawls well.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Henderson.
The fight stays on the outside here - Masters looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Henderson feints the counter takedown.#TD#
Masters shoots in and bounces Henderson off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Henderson working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Masters.
Masters trying to control the position from guard on top but Henderson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Masters is really struggling to control Henderson but he's trying to hold on to the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Masters got a little sloppy there for a moment and Henderson has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Masters has managed to get both his arms back between Henderson's legs - danger averted.
Masters wants to pass the guard but Henderson is keeping the position.
Henderson avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #T1#
Masters loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #SUB2#
Henderson looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Henderson looking to hit a scissor sweep but Masters is one step ahead there.
Henderson preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Henderson utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Masters got a little sloppy there for a moment and Henderson has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Masters has managed to get both his arms back between Henderson's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Henderson working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Masters doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Masters manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Masters in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #SUB2#
Henderson working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Masters doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Masters manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Masters throwing strikes but missing.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2##SUB2#
Henderson isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Masters stacks Henderson 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 Masters!
Henderson is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Masters postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Henderson is looking to reverse the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Henderson manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Masters wants to lay and pray for a moment but Henderson keeps working.
Masters throwing shots but Henderson is blocking nicely.
Masters controlling the pace.
Henderson tries to get to full guard but Masters has control of the leg.
Masters missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #SUB2#
Henderson is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Masters pulls his head out easily. #T3##SUB#
Masters is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Henderson doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Masters.
Henderson is refusing to be controlled, as Masters sits in half guard.
Henderson tries to roll over but Masters keeps him under control.
Masters is thwarting Henderson's attempts to control the position.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Masters thows a huge punch but Henderson dodges it nicely.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Henderson can do anything to dispel that myth.
Henderson wants to control the action here but instead Masters manages to pass to full mount!
Masters throws some wild stikes that Henderson manages to avoid easily.
Henderson wants to hold on but Masters pushes him away.
Masters connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
#SUB#
Masters with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Poor strikes thrown by Masters there. More accuracy and less frantic strikes would help!
Masters sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Masters avoids the attempt from Henderson to control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Henderson can't escape the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Millard Masters 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#
Henderson closes the distance and clinches up with Masters, looking for a takedown. Henderson pushes Masters against the cage but Masters circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Masters shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Henderson as he jumps to the side.
Masters fails to land the takedown.
Masters stuffs the takedown attempt from Henderson. Henderson gets slowly back to his feet.
Masters shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Millard Masters. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Masters drives through with a takedown into Henderson's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Masters content to stall in guard here.
Masters trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Henderson throws his legs up looking for a submission but Masters uses it to pass to side control.
Henderson is looking for a sweep.
Masters looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Henderson is avoiding damage well.
Masters works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.#T1#
Henderson wants to control but Masters postures up.
Henderson is looking to reverse the position.
Masters happy to just control the position for now.
Sloppy strikes there by Masters.
Henderson is not content to let Masters control the position.
Masters is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Henderson can do to turn this around?
Henderson wants to control but Masters postures up.
Masters in side control, throwing shots but Henderson defends.
Henderson seems a little lost for a moment, as Masters dominates the positioning.#SUB#
Masters is trying to get an arm triangle but Henderson is defending well.
Masters working the ground and pound but Henderson is defending the strikes.
Masters tries to score with some ground and pound. Henderson controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage. #T2#
Henderson is looking to reverse the position.
Masters working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Henderson tries to bench press Masters off him but Masters keeps the position.
You can see the frustration on Henderson's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Henderson tries to improve position but can't.
Henderson manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!#SUB#
Masters looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Henderson is looking for a kimura here.
Masters tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Henderson has advanced to mount. Uh oh. #T3#
Henderson trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Masters sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.#SUB2#
Henderson 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.
#SUB2#
Henderson is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Masters has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
Henderson is looking for a kimura here.
#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.
Masters is looking to improve his position.
Henderson keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Masters is looking to improve his position.
#SUB#
Masters is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Henderson pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Masters is defending against the submission attempts here by Henderson.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Masters has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Henderson is working away from the top position though.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Millard Masters dominated that second 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. This is the final round!#R3#
Henderson tries to score a power double leg takedown but Masters sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Henderson somewhat.
Millard Masters is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#TD2#
Henderson shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Henderson is pressing down on Masters's thigh, looking to free his foot. Masters is holding on for now.
Masters tries to roll over but Henderson keeps him under control.#SUB#
Masters looking for submissions off his back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Masters is trying to maintain the position but Henderson is very close to passing his half guard.
Masters is trying to get back to full guard.#T1#
Henderson is trying to control. Masters wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB2#
Henderson is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Masters has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
Henderson seems to be working for a kimura but Masters defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Henderson wants to work for an arm triangle but Masters is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Masters tries to roll over but Henderson keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Henderson 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.
Masters regains full guard. Nicely done. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB#
Masters looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Henderson is defending well. Masters quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Henderson has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Masters celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:37 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Millard Masters! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 07, 2021 |
#R1#
Mufca throws a lazy head kick #TD2#
and Masters counters with a shoot takedown. Mufca fights it but they end up in guard.
Masters stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Mufca swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Masters throws a big elbow that misses. #SUB2#
Masters drops back looking for a submission - "I'm sorry sir, but I'm gunna break your leg" says Masters as he cranks on the unfortunate limb! Mufca screams and taps out before any major damage is done! Don't mess with Masters! Nice submission victory there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Millard Masters! |
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