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Event:
LAFC Tokyo
Date: Aug 06, 2022 |
#R1#
Lawson takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Lawson doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Burrows counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. #TD2#
Lawson drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.#SUB2#
Lawson tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Burrows is trying to control Lawson's posture but Lawson avoids it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Lawson is trying to get an arm triangle but Burrows is defending well. #SUB2#
Lawson goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Burrows has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Lawson but great work by Burrows.#T1#
Lawson is trying to escape the position but Burrows is controlling the position.
Lawson is trying to control Burrows's posture but Burrows avoids it.
Burrows is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Lawson's shoulder. That is not cool.
Lawson 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.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Lawson struggling a bit here.
Burrows just content to control the position.
Lawson gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! #T3#
Burrows tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Lawson tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Burrows takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Lawson is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Lawson is squirming around, avoiding Burrows's attempts to control the action.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Burrows takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Stuart Burrows dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2##TD2#
Lawson closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Lawson lands in his opponent's guard.#SUB2#
Lawson drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Burrows dives on top into guard.#REVR#
Burrows pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lawson is keeping the position for now.
Lawson trying to keep a closed guard but Burrows is proving a slippery customer.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Burrows looking to pass the guard. #T1#
Burrows is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Stuart Burrows overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Burrows trying to control the position from guard on top but Lawson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Burrows sitting in guard here, content to control. #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.
Lawson looking for a sweep. Not yet Lawson, not yet.
Burrows is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Lawson keeping full guard, as Burrows tries to pass. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#CL2#
Lawson closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
A short left from Burrows.
Burrows lands a hook to the side of the head.
Burrows lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Lawson.#T3#
A short right from Burrows on the inside. #TD#
Burrows pulls guard successfully.
Lawson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Burrows swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Burrows pulls Lawson in close to prevent any damage. #SUB2#
Lawson drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Burrows manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Lawson has Burrows in his guard.#REVR#
Burrows showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T4#
Burrows advances to half guard.
Burrows keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Burrows has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#SUB#
Burrows is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Lawson doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Burrows.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Stuart Burrows dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. 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#
Lawson with a poor takedown
and Burrows cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Burrows lands with a nice body punch.
No luck for Lawson with that takedown attempt.
Burrows stuffs the takedown attempt from Lawson. Lawson gets slowly back to his feet.
Burrows appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Stuart Burrows has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Brendan Lawson.
Burrows scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Nice takedown defense from Burrows. No joy for Lawson on that attempt.
Nice takedown defense from Burrows. No joy for Lawson on that attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Burrows shoots in and bounces Lawson off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Lawson is trying to control the position but Burrows postures up. #T1#
Burrows sitting in guard, not really doing much. #SUB2#
Lawson has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Burrows can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Burrows seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Burrows looking to pass the guard. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Lawson shoots in but Burrows avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Lawson takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Burrows thuds a left hand into Lawson's body.
Horrible takedown attempt by Lawson or perhaps it was just good defense by Burrows, which made it look bad.
Burrows lands with a nice body punch. #T3#
Lawson throws an ugly left hook that misses
letting Burrows counter with a right hand.
Stuart Burrows is winning the standup battle so far.
Burrows wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Burrows comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Burrows scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Burrows connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Burrows fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Lawson looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Burrows looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Burrows circles away from the clinch attempt#TD#
and Burrows decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Lawson's guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB2#
Lawson throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Burrows trying to control the position from guard on top but Lawson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4#
Lawson being controlled here, momentarily.
Brendan Lawson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Burrows stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Lawson swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lawson keeping moving, preventing Burrows from controlling successfully.
And that's the end of the fight!
Stuart Burrows showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Burrows 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 Shigeki Sano scores the fight 30:26
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 30:26
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 30:26
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Stuart Burrows!
A relieved looking Stuart Burrows 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:
LAFC London
Date: Jul 02, 2022 |
#R1##CL#
Okoroji instigates a clinch. #TD#
Okoroji tightens his grip and picks Lawson up, before dumping him to the ground. Lawson manages to land in guard.
Okoroji throws a big elbow that misses.
Okoroji tries to free his leg and advance position but Lawson is retaining full guard.
Okoroji in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #SUB2#
Lawson is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Okoroji is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Lawson looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB2#
Lawson working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Okoroji doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Lawson is tightening it up a little... Okoroji has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Okoroji reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Okoroji taps out! Nice BJJ there by Lawson!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Brendan Lawson! |
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Event:
LAFC 44
Date: May 28, 2022 |
#R1#
Lawson misses with an uppercut.
Brendan Lawson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Lawson scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Amadaus's coaches at have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
Amadaus is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Lawson is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Amadaus sees it coming and defends easily.
Amadaus knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Lawson on the ground.
Lawson is trying to control the action in half guard but Amadaus is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB2#
Lawson is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Amadaus is trying to stand back up but Lawson is controlling him
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Lawson is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Amadaus sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Lawson is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Lawson is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Amadaus defends it well. #T1#
Lawson wants to take a breather but Amadaus is having none of it.
Amadaus wants to improve his position but Lawson is controlling well.
#SUB2#
Amadaus is defending against the submission attempts here by Lawson.
#SUB2#
Lawson wants to work for an arm triangle but Amadaus is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB2#
Lawson is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Amadaus tries to roll over but Lawson keeps him under control.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB2#
Amadaus is defending against the submission attempts here by Lawson.
#SUB2#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Lawson is working for a submission of some sort.
Lawson keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#SUB2#
Lawson wants to work for an arm triangle but Amadaus is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Lawson working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Amadaus is refusing to be controlled, as Lawson sits in half guard. #T3##SUB2#
Lawson is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Amadaus doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Lawson. #SUB2#
Lawson is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Amadaus is looking to escape.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Amadaus is refusing to be controlled, as Lawson sits in half guard.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.
Amadaus is trying to stand up here but Lawson is controlling him well. #SUB2#
Lawson is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Amadaus defends it well.
Lawson is looking to take a break and control but Amadaus is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Lawson will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.#TD2#
Lawson shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Amadaus is trying to defend but Lawson finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.#SUB2#
Lawson is looking for a kimura. It's pretty deep but Amadaus still has the half guard so he's probably OK. Oh, Amadaus has exploded into a beautiful escape there and after a quick scramble, he's ended up in side control on top! Nice work! #SUB#
Amadaus wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Lawson, who protects the arm well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Brendan Lawson dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2##CL2#
Lawson drives through and clinches with Amadaus against the cage.
#TD#
Amadaus has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Lawson regains guard immediately.
Amadaus really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#SUB2#
Lawson is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Amadaus drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Lawson manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Amadaus has Lawson in his guard.#REVB#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Lawson postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Amadaus is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Lawson, into his guard. #REVR##T1##SUB#
Amadaus drops back, looking for a kneebar! Lawson looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Lawson looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Lawson! #REVB#
Amadaus tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Lawson presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount! #SUB2#
Lawson working for a submission but Amadaus is keeping him at bay. #SUB2#
Lawson jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Amadaus is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Amadaus and Lawson has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
#T2##SUB2#
Lawson looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB2#
Lawson swings around for an armbar but Amadaus sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Lawson's guard.
Amadaus is looking to pass into half guard but Lawson pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Lawson is in guard.#REVB#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Amadaus is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Amadaus wants to control from the top but Lawson keeps moving.
Amadaus has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Amadaus pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lawson is keeping the position for now. #T3##SUB2#
Lawson had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Amadaus defends it easily.#SUB2#
Lawson escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Amadaus gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Amadaus looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #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.
Amadaus wants to control from the top but Lawson keeps moving.
Amadaus pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lawson is keeping the position for now.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Amadaus passes Lawson's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
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 Nevez Amadaus will probably get the nod.
That's time! Amadaus's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Amadaus stuffs the takedown attempt from Lawson. Lawson gets slowly back to his feet.
Amadaus tries to counter with a takedown but Lawson is quick to defend against it.
Amadaus stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Amadaus wants it to stay on the feet.
Amadaus attempts a counter takedown but Lawson avoids it well and moves away.
A big right from Lawson misses.
Amadaus changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.#TD2#
Lawson fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Amadaus sprawls well initially but Lawson persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #SUB2#
Lawson is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Lawson trying to control from half guard but Amadaus is working away. #SUB2#
Lawson is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Amadaus doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Lawson.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Amadaus wants to get back to his feet.#T1##SUB2#
Lawson seems to be looking for submissions.
Amadaus pushes Lawson off looking to stand but Lawson dives back in and keeps control.
Lawson is looking to take a break and control but Amadaus is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Lawson is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Amadaus defends it well. #SUB2#
Lawson is working for a kimura but Amadaus is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB2#
Lawson is looking for a kimura but Amadaus is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Lawson to get the leverage. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB2#
Lawson is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Amadaus tries to roll over but Lawson keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Lawson is working for a kimura but Amadaus is defending it quite comfortably.
Lawson prevents Amadaus from standing back up.
#SUB2#
Amadaus is defending against the submission attempts here by Lawson.
Amadaus trying to control from the bottom.
#T3#
Lawson not doing much here.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.#SUB2#
Lawson is trying to work for a kimura but Amadaus is defending well.
Amadaus won't allow Lawson to pass to mount.
Lawson has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Lawson stops Amadaus from getting back to his feet.
#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Lawson tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Amadaus swivels and escapes.
Nevez Amadaus has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Brendan Lawson.
Lawson darts in looking for a takedown but Amadaus gets double underhooks and turns Lawson into the cage. #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.
Amadaus connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Amadaus stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Amadaus wants it to stay on the feet.
Amadaus changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Lawson takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Amadaus defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Lawson.
Nice sprawl there from Amadaus as Lawson shoots in.
Amadaus changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Lawson looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Amadaus is fending him off so far but Lawson persists. Nope, Amadaus circles away and we're back to standing.
Amadaus feinted with a counter takedown.
Lawson darts in looking for a takedown but Amadaus gets double underhooks and turns Lawson into the cage.
Amadaus tries to counter with a takedown but Lawson is quick to defend against it.
Amadaus lands a jab to Lawson's midsection.
Lawson tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Amadaus defends well and Lawson ends up having to push Amadaus into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Amadaus changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Nice uppercut lands for Amadaus. That snapped Lawson's head back.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lawson tries to close the distance and clinch up but Amadaus swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Amadaus circles away from the clinch attempt.
And that's the end of the fight!
Nevez Amadaus showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Amadaus 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 29:28
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Nevez Amadaus!
A very excited looking Nevez Amadaus rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed. |
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Event:
LAFC A New Division
Date: Apr 29, 2022 |
#R1##CL2#
Lawson gets a clinch.
DeLuna really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
DeLuna tries to work over Lawson's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #TD2#
Lawson has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed DeLuna clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
DeLuna is trying to stand back up.
Well, with Lawson on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before DeLuna is tapping out... Can he escape the position?#SUB2#
Lawson sinks in the hooks and is looking for the choke. He's got it! DeLuna taps out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Brendan Lawson! |
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Event:
LAFC 34
Date: Apr 02, 2022 |
#R1#
Lawson tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Amadaus paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Lawson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Amadaus connects with the punch.
Lawson has his takedown stuffed
and Amadaus cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CUT#It looks like Brendan Lawson has been cut.#TD2#
Lawson changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Amadaus looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Amadaus's coaches at Slaughter Houze have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.#SUB2#
Lawson thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB2#
Lawson is trying to get an arm triangle but Amadaus is defending well.
Amadaus tries to buck Lawson off but Lawson is having none of it.#SUB2#
Lawson tries for a kimura but Amadaus is defending well.
Amadaus has one of Lawson's arms on lockdown, trying to prevent him from doing any damage.#T1##SUB2#
Lawson wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Amadaus, who protects the arm well.
Amadaus is letting Lawson control him for a moment.
Amadaus can't do much from the bottom here.
Amadaus is not content to let Lawson control the position. #SUB2#
Lawson looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB2#
Lawson is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Amadaus is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Amadaus really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Amadaus can't do much from the bottom here. #SUB2#
Lawson looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB2#
Lawson is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Amadaus is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Who's going to make the next move?#T3##SUB2#
Lawson is trying to get an arm triangle but Amadaus is defending well.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Amadaus can't do much from the bottom here.
Amadaus is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Lawson working away.#SUB2#
Lawson is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Amadaus has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB2#
Lawson goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Amadaus rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Lawson's guard! Nice work there by Amadaus! #T4#
Amadaus stays in close to Lawson's body and controls the position.
Amadaus continues to stall.
Amadaus pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lawson is keeping the position for now.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Amadaus stays in close to Lawson's body and controls the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Brendan Lawson dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Brendan Lawson's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Amadaus misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Lawson gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Lawson takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Lawson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Amadaus manages to avoid it.
Lawson fails to land the takedown.
Amadaus ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Lawson closes the distance and clinches up with Amadaus, looking for a takedown. Lawson pushes Amadaus against the cage but Amadaus circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Nevez Amadaus has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Brendan Lawson.
Lawson shoots in looking for a takedown but Amadaus manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Lawson's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawson moves in looking to clinch but Amadaus pushes him off.
Lawson just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromAmadaus.
Amadaus with a nice calf kick.
Lawson misses with a takedown attempt
and Amadaus counters with a flying knee. Nice.
Lawson takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Amadaus.#T1#
Lawson gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Amadaus counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Amadaus throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Lawson tries to move into range but Amadaus moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Lawson fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Nevez Amadaus is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Amadaus looks to land a combination. Lawson sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Amadaus feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Lawsons jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Amadaus - that will leave a mark!
#TD2#
Lawson drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Lawson is breathing heavily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Amadaus seems keen to control Lawson's posture.
Lawson wants to control from the top but Amadaus keeps moving. #SUB2#
Lawson drops back looking for a leg! Amadaus is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Amadaus manages to kick Lawson off! Lawson jumps back into Amadaus's guard. #T2##SUB2#
Lawson 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.
Amadaus wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Amadaus working a defensive guard here.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lawson wants to control from the top but Amadaus keeps moving. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T3#
Lawson with a poor takedown
and Amadaus counters with a slapping leg kick.
Amadaus connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Nevez Amadaus is winning the standup battle so far.#TD2#
Lawson looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.#SUB2#
Lawson is working for an americana but Amadaus has been sneaky and has managed to get back to half guard, whilst Lawson was thinking about the submission.#SUB2#
Lawson 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. #SUB2#
Lawson drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Lawson jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Amadaus pulls Lawson in close to prevent any damage. #T4#
Amadaus has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Brendan Lawson has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB2#
Lawson drops back looking for a leg! Amadaus is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Amadaus manages to kick Lawson off! Lawson jumps back into Amadaus's guard.
Lawson being controlled here momentarily.
More hug and hope from Amadaus.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Nevez Amadaus dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Brendan Lawson's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Lawson tries for a takedown but Amadaus sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Lawson tries to clinch up
enabling Amadaus to counter with a crisp jab.
Lawson misses with a takedown attempt - Amadaus sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Lawson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lawson with a lazy takedown attempt
and Amadaus counters with a nice uppercut.
Nevez Amadaus has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Brendan Lawson.
Amadaus lands with a nice body punch.
Amadaus lands a nice shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawson takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Lawson shoots in and drives through. Amadaus sprawls well.
Lawson misses with a takedown
and Amadaus counters with a two punch combo.
Lawson takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Amadaus connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. #T1#
Lawson closes this distance looking for a takedown but Amadaus circles away.
Amadaus fires out a quick counter leg kick but Lawson just manages to avoid it.
Brendan Lawson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lawson shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #ROC#Lawson is rocked!
Amadaus drops Lawson with a straight right hand, right on the button! Amadaus follows him down to the mat and pounds him out with hammerfists until the referee jumps in to end the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:19 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Nevez Amadaus!
After the fight, Nevez Amadaus was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly. |
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Event:
ENIGMA 78
Date: Feb 20, 2022 |
#R1#
Lawson ducks under a wild hook from Hanma.
Hanma misses with a hook. Lawson ducked under it nicely.
Hanma scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Lawson on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Hanma throws a lazy right hand but Lawson sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Baki Hanma seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lawson tries to clinch up.
Lawson works the jab nicely.#CUT2#It looks like Baki Hanma has been cut.
Hanma misses with an uppercut. Lawson saw that one coming.
Lawson takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Lawson shoots in looking for a takedown but Hanma manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Lawson's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.#TD2#
Lawson shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Hanma manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hanma pulls Lawson in close to prevent any damage.
Lawson wants to control from the top but Hanma keeps moving.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#SUB2#
Lawson drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Lawson jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Lawson wants to control from the top but Hanma keeps moving. #T1##SUB#
Hanma has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Lawson can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Hanma working a defensive guard but Lawson manages to pass into side control anyway.
Lawson trying to control the action but Hanma is working from the bottom.
Hanma manages to work his way to half guard, despite Lawson's best efforts.
Hanma tries to get to full guard but Lawson has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Lawson is working for a kimura but Hanma is defending it quite comfortably.
Hanma is concentrating on defense, preventing Lawson from advancing position.
Hanma has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Lawson is working away from the top position though.#T2#
Lawson wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hanma keeps working. #SUB2#
Lawson wants to work for an arm triangle but Hanma is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Hanma trying to hold on to Lawson's head to control him but Lawson postures up.
#SUB2#
Lawson 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#
Lawson wants to work for an arm triangle but Hanma is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB2#
Lawson is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Hanma doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Lawson.
Hanma trying to hold on to Lawson's head to control him but Lawson postures up.
#T3##SUB2#
Lawson is working for a kimura but Hanma is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB2#
Lawson is looking for a kimura here.
Well, if Lawson 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.
#SUB#
Hanma looking for submissions off his back.
Lawson trying to control the action but Hanma is working from the bottom.
Hanma is trying to maintain the position but Lawson is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB#
Hanma looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Hanma wants to control but Lawson is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Hanma is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Lawson is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#SUB2#
Lawson is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Hanma trying to control but Lawson postures up.
Hanma is looking for a sweep. Lawson is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Lawson is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB#
Hanma looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Brendan Lawson will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Baki Hanma's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2##TD2#
Lawson shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Lawson was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Hanma tries to control the position but he's not in luck - Lawson easily slips into full mount! #SUB2#
Lawson has control of Hanma's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Hanma regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Lawson has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Lawson avoids the attempt from Hanma to control.#SUB2#
Lawson jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Hanma manages to avoid the submission attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hanma is trying to improve his position.
Hanma struggling a bit here.#T1#
Lawson wants to control but Hanma is keeping him busy.
Hanma is trying to improve his position.
Hanma is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Lawson off and has taken his back!
Hanma not allowing Lawson to control his hands. #SUB#
Hanma patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Hanma doesn't have the hooks in and Lawson manages to turn into his guard.
#SUB#
Hanma looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Hanma has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #T2##SUB2#
Lawson drops back looking for a leg! Hanma is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Hanma manages to kick Lawson off! Lawson jumps back into Hanma's guard.
Lawson wants to control from the top but Hanma keeps moving.
Hanma is trying to keep Lawson in close.
Lawson trying to control the position from guard on top but Hanma is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Lawson 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.
Lawson won't allow Hanma to sweep him here.
Hanma pulls Lawson in close to prevent any damage.
Lawson trying to control the position from guard on top but Hanma is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Lawson is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.#SUB2#
Lawson drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Lawson jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Hanma managing to control the position. #SUB2#
Lawson drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Lawson jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB#
Hanma working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Lawson doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Lawson manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lawson trying to control the position from guard on top but Hanma is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Hanma looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Hanma is controlling Lawson's posture.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Lawson wants to control from the top but Hanma keeps moving. #SUB2#
Lawson thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB#
Lawson got a little sloppy there for a moment and Hanma has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Lawson has managed to get both his arms back between Hanma's legs - danger averted.
Lawson controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#SUB#
Hanma is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Lawson frees his head nicely. Oh but Hanma has switched to an armbar! Lawson is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:47 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Baki Hanma!
Baki Hanma was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed. |
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Event:
ENIGMA 72
Date: Jan 16, 2022 |
#R1#
Lawson bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Bostic's head.
Bostic throws a series of punches but Lawson avoids them all with ease.
Lawson tries for a takedown but Bostic circles away easily
and Bostic counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. #CL2#
Lawson moves into range and clinches up with Bostic.
Lawson has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Bostic after a bit of a struggle.
Nice body punch from Bostic - that landed with a thud.
Bostic tries to work over Lawson's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Bostic is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace. #TD#
Bostic has picked Lawson up - he's going for a ride! Bostic dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Bostic is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Lawson!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bostic breaks from Lawson's wrist control and lands an elbow.
Bostic with good strikes from the mount here!
Bostic working the ground and pound effectively.
#T1#
Lawson is bucking up trying to escape but Bostic cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Lawson taking shots to the head.
Lawson wants to hold on but Bostic pushes him away.
A nice elbow there by Bostic.
Bostic lands with some strikes.
BOOM! Bostic connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Lawson takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.#ROC#Lawson is rocked!
Lawson regains half guard.
Bostic working over Lawson with some ground and pound. Lawson looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Lawson is still in real trouble! Can Bostic finish him?
Bostic working the head and body with strikes.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bostic is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Lawson 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.
Bostic with the ground and pound from mount. #T2#
Bostic sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Bostic lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Bostic controlling his opponent.
Bostic 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.
Bostic landing strikes from the mount and Lawson is in trouble!
Bostic controlling from mount. #SUB#
Bostic is giving the impression that he's looking to ground and pound but he switches suddenly into a beautiful far side armbar! Lawson is forced to tap! Great finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Michael Bostic!
A relieved looking Michael Bostic 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:
ENIGMA MONDAY NIGHT FIGHTS
Date: Dec 13, 2021 |
#R1#
Lawson doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Helix counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Lawson shoots and misses
and Helix counters with a thumping low kick.
Lawson has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Helix finds it's way round the side to connect with Lawson's head.
Helix avoids a punch combination nicely.
It seemed like Helix was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Lawson.
Helix was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Brendan Lawson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lawson takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Helix scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Lawson doesn't seem bothered though.
Helix cracks Lawson with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Lawson looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
A chopping leg kick lands by Helix. #T1#
Helix connects with a right hand. Lawson shakes it off.#CUT2#It looks like Brendan Lawson has been cut.
Lawson shoots in looking for a takedown. Helix tries to sprawl out of it but Lawson keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Helix manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Lawson fails with an attempt to clinch.
Lawson drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.#ROC2#Lawson is rocked!
Helix throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Oh Lawson is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Lawson is breathing heavily.
Lawson with a lazy takedown attempt
and Helix makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Helix closes the distance and lands a brutal uppercut that knocks Lawson out! We're looking at the replay now - he was out before he hit the floor!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Bryce Helix! |
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Event:
ENIGMA 57
Date: Nov 28, 2021 |
#R1#
Lawson is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Barnes finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
#CL#
Lawson darts in and clinches Barnes up against the cage.
Barnes is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Lawson blocks a body shot from Barnes. #TD2#
Barnes turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
Barnes looks up at the clock and then as Lawson takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Barnes smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Barnes is trying to ground and pound but Lawson uses the momentary lack of control by Barnes to regain half guard.
Lawson keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Nice strikes from Barnes there.
Barnes looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Barnes thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Barnes is trying to control. Lawson wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T1#
Lawson is trying to maintain the position but Barnes is very close to passing his half guard.
Barnes scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Barnes trying to control from Lawson's half guard. Lawson has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Barnes slips nicely into half guard.
Barnes misses with a head shot. Lawson uses the momentum to regain guard.
Lawson seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Barnes throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Barnes stands up over Lawson, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Barnes wants to pass the guard but Lawson is keeping the position.#T2#
Lawson working a defensive guard here.
Barnes is working Lawson over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Lawson working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Barnes.
Barnes working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Barnes throwing strikes but missing. #SUB#
Barnes avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Barnes must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Lawson has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Barnes can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3##SUB#
Barnes stands over his opponent and dives in with a flying punch! Lawson throws up his legs and catches Barnes in a triangle! Oh this looks tight! Barnes tries to escape but he's forced to tap! Wow, fantastic work there by Lawson! That came out of nowhere!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Brendan Lawson! |
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Event:
ENIGMA 49
Date: Oct 16, 2021 |
#R1#
Tico slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.#TD2#
Lawson scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Tico tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Lawson wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
We've been hearing good reports from Tico'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.#SUB2#
Lawson is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Tico knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB2#
Lawson is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Tico has escaped the position, nice work there.
Tico stuck in half guard on the bottom here.
Tico has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tico is looking to reverse the position.#SUB2#
Lawson tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB2#
Lawson tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Lawson has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #T1#
Tico tries to buck Lawson off but Lawson is having none of it.
Tico gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #SUB2#
Lawson wants to work for an arm triangle but Tico is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
The fighters are battling for position here. Tico manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Tico controlling the position.
Lawson trying to control the position from guard on top but Tico is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tico has his hands on Lawson's head, controlling the position. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Lawson preventing the sweep.
Tico is trying to keep Lawson in close.
Tico keeping moving, preventing Lawson from controlling successfully.
Lawson controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Tico controlling the position.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lawson shoots in looking for a takedown but Tico manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Lawson's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Tico displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Lawson.
An attempted straight right counter from Tico misses the target.
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 Tico Tico will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Tico lands a jab-cross combination.
A right-left combo lands from Tico.
Lawson shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Tico sprawls well. Tico wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Lawson gets slowly back to his feet.
A counter left hand to the body from Tico misses its target.
Lawson missing with a left hand there. Tico was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Tico swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Lawson is looking to clinch but Tico is avoiding it.
Tico lands with a shot to the body.
Tico misses with a wild body shot.
Lawson doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Lawson tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Tico defends well and Lawson ends up having to push Tico into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Tico dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Tico defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Lawson.
Tico Tico has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Brendan Lawson.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lawson tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Tico swivels and escapes.
Tico is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Lawson tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Tico counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Lawson thinking. #T1#
Tico throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Danga de danga de dang - Tico scores with a four punch combination!
The fight stays on the outside here - Lawson looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#TD2#
Lawson decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.#SUB2#
Lawson seems to be working for a kimura but Tico defends the submission attempt.
Tico is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lawson can do to turn this around?#SUB2#
Lawson seems to be looking for submissions.
Lawson wants to lay and pray for a moment but Tico keeps working.
Tico is looking to control Lawson's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Tico avoid being mounted?
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Lawson is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Tico defends it well. #T2#
Tico tries to roll over but Lawson keeps him under control.
Tico is concentrating on defense, preventing Lawson from advancing position. #SUB2#
Tico is defending against the submission attempts here by Lawson.
#SUB2#
Lawson 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.
Lawson is looking to take a break and control but Tico is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Tico Tico dominated that second round.
That's time! Tico's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Lawson tries to move into range but Tico moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Tico cracks Lawson with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Tico fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Lawson darts in trying to clinch
and Tico counters with a straight right hand.
Lawson throws an overhand right that lands on Tico's shoulder, as Tico tries to avoid the shot.
Tico was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Tico connects with a body shot that sends Lawson's belly button to the back.
Lawson lands a jab to the nose.
Lawson takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Tico lands a nice shot to the body.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Lawson.
Lawson shoots for a takedown but Tico saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lawson with a lazy takedown attempt
and Tico counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Tico Tico has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Brendan Lawson.#T1#
Nice uppercut there from Tico.
Tico scores with a body shot.
Tico scores with a nice body kick.
Tico moves into range and connects with a jab.
Tico is looking to wear down Lawson with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Tico throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Lawson stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Lawson misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Tico swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Lawson takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Lawson has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Tico finds it's way round the side to connect with Lawson's head.
Tico with a hook.
Lawson tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Tico manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Lawson takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tico lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Tico avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
#T2#
Lawson shoots for a double leg takedown but Tico sprawls well. He's pushed Lawson's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Tico lands a jab to the head.
Lawson throws a right hand that misses
and Tico counters with a one-two to the body.
Lawson tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Tico manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Tico attempts a counter takedown but Lawson avoids it well and moves away.
Tico lands with a shot to the body.
Brendan Lawson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Lawson looks for a takedown but Tico sprawls well.
Tico stuffs the takedown.
Tico scores with a sloppy right hand. Lawson should have avoided that one.
Tico fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Lawson looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Lawson shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
letting Tico counter with a right hand.
Lawson takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nice sprawl there from Tico as Lawson shoots in.
Left hook, right uppercut from Tico.
Tico Tico is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Tico jabs Lawson right on the nose. Lawson blinks but takes it well.
And that's the end of the fight!
Tico Tico showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Tico, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Chad Campbell scores the fight 30:26
Judge John Kavanagh scores the fight 29:27
Judge Dean Styles scores the fight 30:26
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Tico Tico!
After the fight, Tico Tico was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly. |
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Event:
ENIGMA 43
Date: Sep 12, 2021 |
#R1#
Lawson tries to score a power double leg takedown but DeLuna sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Lawson somewhat.
Lawson looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#TD2#
Lawson shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches DeLuna napping and manages to drive through into side control!
DeLuna pushes Lawson away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Lawson gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
DeLuna trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.
Lawson wants to lay and pray for a moment but DeLuna keeps working.
DeLuna is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Lawson has just dragged him back down to the mat.
DeLuna seems a little lost for a moment, as Lawson dominates the positioning.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Lawson is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. DeLuna knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB2#
Lawson looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #T1#
DeLuna is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Lawson has just dragged him back down to the mat.#SUB2#
Lawson is trying to get an arm triangle but DeLuna is defending well.
DeLuna pushes Lawson away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Lawson gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.#SUB2#
Lawson is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, DeLuna has escaped the position, nice work there.
Lawson prevents DeLuna from escaping the position.
DeLuna wants to get back to his feet but Lawson is dominant here and he's now got DeLuna's back!
DeLuna trying to get back to his feet but Lawson is in full control for now.
Lawson has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of DeLuna's body.
#T2#
DeLuna staying busy and making it hard for Lawson to control. #SUB2#
DeLuna 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 Lawson gets his way!
#SUB2#
Lawson looking to break DeLuna's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. DeLuna remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Lawson will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!#SUB2#
Lawson goes for a risky armbar from back mount and it's not paid off. DeLuna escapes and is now in half guard on top.
DeLuna wants to stand but his hand is trapped. Lawson uses the opportunity to regain full guard. #SU#
DeLuna gets to his feet - Lawson follows without any prompting.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Brendan Lawson dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Lawson throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
DeLuna displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
DeLuna avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
#TD2#
Lawson drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
DeLuna is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Lawson is controlling him. #SUB2#
Lawson drops back looking for a leg! DeLuna is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and DeLuna manages to kick Lawson off! Lawson jumps back into DeLuna's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
DeLuna is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Lawson wants to control from the top but DeLuna keeps moving.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Lawson 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. #T1#
Lawson content to stall in guard here. #ES#
The fighters are working up against the cage. DeLuna manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
DeLuna is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.#TD2#
Lawson has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed DeLuna clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
DeLuna is trying to shake Lawson off. He's managed it and has hopped back to his feet! Lawson won't be happy about giving up the dominant position.
Lawson looks for a takedown but DeLuna sprawls well.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#TD2#
Lawson decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.#SUB2#
Lawson is looking for a kimura but DeLuna is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Lawson to get the leverage. #T2#
DeLuna wants to get back to his feet.#SUB2#
Lawson is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and DeLuna defends it well.
DeLuna is trying to stand.
#SUB2#
Lawson is working for a submission of some sort.
DeLuna wants to get back to his feet.
Lawson is looking to take a break and control but DeLuna is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Lawson is trying to work for a kimura but DeLuna is defending well.
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 Frankie DeLuna will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Lawson dodges the punch combination from DeLuna.
Frankie DeLuna is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Lawson shoots in looking for a takedown. DeLuna tries to sprawl out of it but Lawson keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. DeLuna manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
A head kick misses from DeLuna.
Lawson moves out of range of the body kick.
Lawson feints the counter takedown.
Lawson takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Lawson shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says DeLuna as he avoids it easily.
Lawson doesn't manage to clinch there - DeLuna circles away.
DeLuna throws a right and a left that both miss.
Lawson darts in looking for a takedown but DeLuna gets double underhooks and turns Lawson into the cage.
Frankie DeLuna has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Brendan Lawson.
DeLuna looks to land a body kick but Lawson moved away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice sprawl there from DeLuna as Lawson shoots in.
DeLuna scores with a nice head shot.
Lawson shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
DeLuna drops down looking for a counter takedown but Lawson sprawls and moves away.
Lawson fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Lawson takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#CL#
DeLuna closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #T1#
Lawson tries to score a body lock takedown but DeLuna shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Lawson drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
DeLuna tries to break free but Lawson pushes him back against the cage.
Lawson prevents DeLuna from breaking the clinch.
DeLuna wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Lawson has him pressed against the cage.
DeLuna wants to break free but Lawson has control.
DeLuna really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#TD#
DeLuna drags the fight down to the ground.
Lawson passes DeLuna's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
DeLuna is trying to stand up here but Lawson is controlling him well. #T2#
Lawson wants to take a breather but DeLuna is having none of it. #SUB2#
Lawson is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Lawson is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. DeLuna doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Lawson. #SUB2#
Lawson is working for a submission of some sort.
Lawson prevents DeLuna from standing back up.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
And that's the end of the fight!
Frankie DeLuna showed his dominance in that final round.
I think DeLuna 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 David Schapiro scores the fight 29:29
Judge Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 29:28
Judge Lou da Vinci scores the fight 28:29
The fight is ruled a draw! |
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Event:
ENIGMA 37
Date: Aug 15, 2021 |
#R1#
Lawson fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Lawson misses the shot to the body.
Hogerstrom throws a looping overhand right but Lawson ducks down to avoid it.
Lawson feints the counter takedown.
Lawson looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Hogerstrom scores with a decent looking hook.
Nice shot by Hogerstrom.
Lawson tries for a takedown but Hogerstrom sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
A quick step to the side and Hogerstrom tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Hogerstrom avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
A head kick misses from Hogerstrom.
Lawson changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Lawson takes one to the side of the head.
#CUT#It looks like Brendan Lawson has been cut.
Hogerstrom thows a left - swing and a miss!
Lawson staying out of range there.
Lawson shoots for a double leg takedown but Hogerstrom sprawls well. He's pushed Lawson's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Calle Hogerstrom has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Brendan Lawson.
Lawson steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Hogerstrom.
Lawson shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Hogerstrom counters with a left to the body.
Lawson gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Hogerstrom counters with a stiff right hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#TD2#
Lawson gets a takedown into half guard.#T1#
Hogerstrom tries to roll over but Lawson keeps him under control.
Hogerstrom's coaches at Jorzi GYM have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
Hogerstrom is trying to stand up here but Lawson is controlling him well. #SUB2#
Lawson is working for a kimura but Hogerstrom is defending it quite comfortably.
Hogerstrom is refusing to be controlled, as Lawson sits in half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Lawson is working for a submission of some sort.
#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB2#
Lawson is working for a kimura but Hogerstrom is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB2#
Lawson is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Lawson is looking to take a break and control but Hogerstrom is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Lawson 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.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Calle Hogerstrom dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Brendan Lawson's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Lawson throws a jab but it's blocked by Hogerstrom.
Lawson tries to clinch up but Hogerstrom circles away and keeps his distance.
Hogerstrom looks to land a right hand but Lawson moved out of range.
Hogerstrom lunges at Lawson with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Lawson's hand.
Lawson fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Hogerstrom avoids it really well and circles away.
Lawson with a poor takedown
and Hogerstrom makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Hogerstrom scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Lawson on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Lawson tries to score a power double leg takedown but Hogerstrom sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Lawson somewhat.
Calle Hogerstrom has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Brendan Lawson.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Lawson fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Hogerstrom, pushing him back against the cage.
Hogerstrom stops a takedown attempt from Lawson.
Hogerstrom is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lawson can do to turn this around?#T1#
Hogerstrom lands with a short head shot on the inside. #BC#
Hogerstrom breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Hogerstrom throws a shot from downtown. Lawson moves away and avoids it.
Hogerstrom misses with an uppercut.
The fighters circle momentarily. Hogerstrom darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
The fight stays on the outside here - Lawson looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Lawson takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Lawson steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Hogerstrom.
Calle Hogerstrom is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Lawson tries to clinch but Hogerstrom moves away
and Hogerstrom counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Hogerstrom thows a left - swing and a miss!
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Calle Hogerstrom is winning the standup battle so far.
Lawson throws a predictable looking body shot
and Hogerstrom counters with a straight right hand.
Lawson fails with the takedown
and Hogerstrom counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Lawson thinking.
Lawson will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.#T2#
Hogerstrom scores with a punch to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lawson fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Hogerstrom avoids it really well and circles away.
Hogerstrom was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Brendan Lawson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lawson fails to land the takedown.
Hogerstrom comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Lawson throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Hogerstrom's waist but Hogerstrom gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Lawson off to one side.
Lawson shoots in but Hogerstrom avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Lawson is breathing heavily.
Lawson shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Hogerstrom counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Hogerstrom comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Lawson moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Lawson walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Calle Hogerstrom dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Brendan Lawson's cut.
That's time! Hogerstrom's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Lawson tries to clinch up.
Hogerstrom sizes up Lawson with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. #ROC#Lawson is rocked!
Hogerstrom cracks Lawson with a big right hand that sees him stumbling back against the cage! Lawson falls to his knees and Hogerstrom doesn't need a second invitatation - he rushes in and fires off several unanswered shots that force the referee to stop the fight! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:13 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Calle Hogerstrom! |
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Event:
ENIGMA 32
Date: Jul 18, 2021 |
#R1##TD2#
Lawson throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Callahan was covering up waiting for the punch and Lawson finishes the takedown easily into guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lawson pushing down on Callahan'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.
Lawson wants to control but Callahan is keeping him busy.
Callahan wants to get back to full guard.
Lawson keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Callahan's coaches at Finland's Finest MMA Gym have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.#SUB2#
Lawson seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
Lawson is looking for a kimura here.
Lawson wants to take a breather but Callahan is having none of it.
Callahan slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawson wants to control from the top but Callahan keeps moving. #T1#
Lawson showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Lawson looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Callahan is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Lawson controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Lawson wants to control from the top but Callahan keeps moving. #SUB#
Callahan looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Lawson trying to control but Callahan is working from the bottom.
Lawson seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Lawson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Callahan can't keep his opponent in guard - Lawson advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #SUB2#
Lawson is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Callahan is just riding it out for now. Lawson eventually gives up the hold. #T2#
Callahan regains full guard. Nicely done.
Lawson won't allow Callahan to sweep him here.
Lawson wants to control from the top but Callahan keeps moving.
Callahan wants to sweep here but Lawson controlling him for the moment. #SUB2#
Lawson thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Lawson advances position into side control!#SUB2#
Lawson is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Callahan is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Callahan seems a little lost for a moment, as Lawson dominates the positioning.
Callahan is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Callahan looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Lawson pushes past his half guard into mount!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Brendan Lawson dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2##TD2#
Lawson looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Callahan!
Callahan is looking for a sweep.#SUB2#
Lawson is working to tighten his grip on Callahan's neck. He's isolated an arm and is working for an arm triangle. Callahan has recognised the danger and is trying to turn with the submission but Lawson is really squeezing tight and eventually Callahan passes out! Lawson breaks the hold and jumps onto the cage to celebrate! Submission of the night, I'd say!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:30 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Brendan Lawson! |
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Event:
ENIGMA 27
Date: Jun 26, 2021 |
#R1#
Lawson closes this distance looking for a takedown but Ferrari circles away.
A nice combination there by Ferrari.
Ferrari doesn't manage to clinch there - Lawson circles away.
#TD#
Lawson closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Ferrari sneaks out the side door and pushes Lawson away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ferrari fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Lawson.#TD#
Ferrari gets caught flat footed, as Lawson shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Ferrari controlling the position.
Lawson content to stall in guard here. #SUB#
Lawson thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Lawson trying to control but Ferrari is working from the bottom. #T1#
Lawson content to stall in guard here. #SUB#
Lawson drops back looking for a leg! Ferrari is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Ferrari manages to kick Lawson off! Lawson jumps back into Ferrari's guard.
Lawson has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Lawson looking to pass the guard.
Lawson stands and throws Ferrari's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Ferrari tries to buck Lawson off but Lawson is having none of it.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Lawson tries to advance to mount but Ferrari denies him.
Lawson is staying tight to Ferrari's torso, preventing him from escaping.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ferrari tries to buck Lawson off but Lawson is having none of it.#SUB#
Lawson has worked his way into a potential kimura here. Ferrari is trying to get out of the position but his squirming has just got him deeper into trouble. Lawson yanks on the arm and Ferrari is forced to tap due to a very painful looking submission! Nice work by Lawson.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Brendan Lawson! |
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Event:
ENIGMA 20
Date: May 22, 2021 |
#R1##CL2#
Junior closes the distance and pushes Lawson back into the cage.#TD2#
Junior decides to pull guard.
Lawson wants to control from the top but Junior keeps moving. #SUB2#
Junior is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Lawson has his hands clasped together but Junior extends and breaks Lawson's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Junior.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Mark Junior!
Our winner, Mark Junior, 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:
ENIGMA 16
Date: May 08, 2021 |
#R1##TD2#
Lawson closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Bowser is not content to let Lawson control the position.#SUB2#
Lawson is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB2#
Lawson is trying to work for a kimura but Bowser is defending well.
#SUB2#
Lawson is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Bowser knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Lawson on the ground.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bowser is trying to stand up here but Lawson is controlling him well. #SUB2#
Lawson is looking for a kimura here.
Bowser is looking to improve his position.
#T1##SUB2#
Lawson wants to work for an arm triangle but Bowser is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Lawson is working for a kimura but Bowser is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB2#
Lawson is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Bowser defends it well. #SUB2#
Lawson is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB2#
Lawson is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T2##SUB2#
Lawson is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Bowser is just riding it out for now. Lawson eventually gives up the hold.
Bowser is trying to maintain the position but Lawson is very close to passing his half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Lawson is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Lawson is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Bowser doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Lawson.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Brendan Lawson dominated that round.
That's time! Bowser's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2##TD2#
Lawson closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Bowser did well to prevent Lawson getting side control.
Bowser trying to control but Lawson postures up.
Bowser is refusing to be controlled, as Lawson sits in half guard.
Lawson prevents Bowser from improving his position.#SUB2#
Lawson is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Lawson seems to be working for a kimura but Bowser defends the submission attempt.
Lawson is keen to just control but Bowser is a slippery customer.#T1##SUB2#
Lawson is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Bowser has managed to free his arm - good work.
Bowser is looking for a sweep. Lawson is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Lawson is looking for a kimura but Bowser is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Lawson to get the leverage.
Brendan Lawson has got the better of the ground game so far.
Bowser is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Lawson 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#
Lawson is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Bowser has managed to free his arm - good work. #T2#
Bowser is looking to improve his position.
#SUB2#
Lawson is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Bowser doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Lawson.
Lawson wants to pass to mount but Bowser is defending the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Lawson is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Brendan Lawson 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. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Bowser stalks Lawson and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Lawson's face. Lawson staggers backwards, shaken.
Lawson fails with a takedown attempt.
Lawson tries to clinch up but Bowser circles away and keeps his distance.
Bowser misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lawson.
Bowser looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Bowser comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Lawson shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Bowser as he avoids it easily.
Lawson shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Bowser defends it nicely.
Leon Bowser has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Brendan Lawson.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lawson shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Bowser but Bowser pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Lawson looks for a takedown but Bowser sprawls well.
Bowser leaves Lawson with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Lawson has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T1#
Nice jab there from Bowser.
A nice combination there by Bowser.
Bowser lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Lawson is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bowser. #CL2#
Lawson moves into range and clinches up with Bowser.
Lawson has Bowser pressed against the cage, preventing Bowser from circling away and getting back to striking at range.#TD#
Bowser tightens his grip and picks Lawson up, before dumping him to the ground. Lawson manages to land in guard.
Bowser loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #SUB2#
Lawson looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Bowser is defending well. Lawson quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Bowser has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Lawson celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Brendan Lawson! |
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