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Event:
SMASH: Jones vs Longabaugh
Date: Apr 14, 2024 |
#R1#
Hawat waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Peterson.
Hawat has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Animal Fight Club in the buildup to the fight.
Hawat moves out of range as Peterson throws a body kick.
Peterson thuds his right hand into Hawat's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Good shot there by Hawat.
Hawat avoids a kick to the body.
Hawat uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Peterson.
Peterson throws the kick towards the body but Hawat avoids it.
A clash of legs there as Hawat blocks the low kick.
Peterson on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Peterson swings for the body but Hawat moves out of range.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Good leg kick by Hawat.
Peterson throws a hook but Hawat avoids it easily.
Peterson looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Peterson thuds a left hand into Hawat's body.
Peterson will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Hawat throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Peterson throws a body shot but no joy.
Peterson misses with a straight right.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Peterson looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Peterson throws a body kick that misses. #T1#
Hawat throws a body punch but Peterson moves out of range.
Hawat backing away here, and Peterson unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Peterson checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Hawat loads up on a big right hand but Peterson slips the punch.
Hawat takes a swing at Peterson's ribcage but misses.
Hawat ducks under a wild hook from Peterson.
Hawat connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Nice jab there from Peterson.
Hawat scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Phoenix Peterson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hawat misses with a low kick as Peterson jumps back.
Peterson misses with a body kick.
Peterson takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Peterson misses with a hook. Hawat ducked under it nicely.
Peterson missing with a left hand there. Hawat was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Hawat throwing a counter right hand but Peterson manages to avoid it.
Hawat swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Peterson misses with an attempted mid kick.
Peterson throws a jab when Hawat was well out of range.
A clash of legs there as Hawat blocks the low kick.
Peterson thuds a left hand into Hawat's body.#T2#
Hawat throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Peterson! But no joy.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Peterson scores with a sloppy right hand. Hawat should have avoided that one.
Peterson ducks under a wild hook from Hawat.
Hawat keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Peterson on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Hawat walks into a straight right hand from Peterson.
Peterson lunges at Hawat with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Hawat's hand.
Hawat misses with a jab to the body
and Peterson counters with a nice low kick that buckles Hawat's knee momentarily.
Hawat keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Peterson.
A swing and a miss from Hawat.
Peterson goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Hawat throws a jab when Peterson was well out of range.
Jab from Hawat.
Hawat throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Peterson throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Hawat counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Peterson thinking.
Hawat dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Peterson. That did some damage!
Hawat takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Peterson takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
A jab from Peterson finds it's way through Hawat's defenses. #T3#
Peterson moves out of range of the leg kick from Hawat.
Peterson takes a swing at Hawat's ribcage but misses.
Peterson uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Hawat.
Peterson flicks out a counter leg kick but Hawat steps away.
Hawat tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Peterson was well out of range. Poor timing from Hawat.
Peterson swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Peterson chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Hawat can pounce on him.
Hawat misses with a hook.
Peterson ducks under a wild hook from Hawat.
Hawat moves out of range of the strikes.
Peterson connects with a solid leg kick.
Peterson pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
A nice inside leg kick there by Peterson. That's going to slow Hawat down.
Peterson looking to land some kicks to the body here.
The crowd cheers as Peterson lands an impressive looking overhand right. Hawat doesn't seem phased though.
Peterson throws the left hand but Hawat avoids the punch easily.
Peterson avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Hawat throws the left hand but Peterson avoids the punch easily.
Peterson misses with a hook. Hawat ducked under it nicely.
Peterson walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Hawat checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side. #T4#
Hawat takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Hawat moves out of range of the body kick.
The fighters circling - Peterson throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A jab from Peterson misses.
Hawat throws a lazy right hand but Peterson sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Peterson moves out of range of the leg kick from Hawat.
Hawat misses with a hook. Peterson ducked under it nicely.
Hawat is looking to score with low kicks.
Peterson darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Hawat takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
A counter left hand to the body from Hawat misses its target.
Peterson throws a right hand that misses
and Hawat counters with a good low kick that Peterson was not able to check.
Hawat scores with a leg kick.
Peterson connects with a single shot there.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Peterson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Hawat manages to avoid it.
Hawat misses with a hook. Peterson ducked under it nicely.
Peterson doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Hawat looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Peterson throws out a counter right but Hawat avoids it with no problem.
Hawat cracks Peterson with a good jab.
Peterson looks to land a body kick but Hawat moved away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Phoenix Peterson will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Peterson motions for Hawat to come forward. Peterson throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Hawat throws a nice inside leg kick.
Hawat takes a swing at Peterson's ribcage but misses.
Peterson jabs Hawat right on the nose. Hawat blinks but takes it well.
Peterson with a nice calf kick.
Peterson throws a jab but it's blocked by Hawat.
Hawat avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
It looked like Hawat wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Peterson moves out of range of the body kick from Hawat.
Hawat is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Hawat displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Peterson throws out the jab.
Nice body kick there by Peterson.
Hawat wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Hawat throws an overhand right that lands on Peterson's shoulder, as Peterson tries to avoid the shot.
Hawat misses with a body kick.
Peterson misses the shot to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Hawat. Peterson does a little dance to reset his feet.
Nice defenses there by Hawat.
Hawat moves out of range of the strikes.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Hawat scores with a leg kick.
#T1#
A big left from Hawat misses.
A little jabbing left from Peterson on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Peterson lands a nice looking body shot.
Peterson throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Peterson throws a body kick, spinning off balance
enabling Hawat to counter with a crisp jab.
Peterson takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Peterson keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Hawat.
Peterson jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Peterson with a nice cross.
Hawat throws a low kick but Peterson avoids it.
Peterson looks to score with a jab to the body but Hawat is just out of range.
An attempted straight right counter from Hawat misses the target.
Peterson thuds a left hand into Hawat's body.
Hawat takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
A shot to the liver by Peterson. Beautiful body shot.
Hawat feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Petersons jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hawat tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Hawat throws a body punch but Peterson moves out of range.
Peterson misses with a leg kick. #T2#
Hawat rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Peterson moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Peterson bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Peterson checks a leg kick.
Hawat ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Peterson moves away.
Peterson thows a left - swing and a miss!
A counter left hand to the body from Hawat misses its target.
Peterson throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Hawat.
Peterson throws an off balance right hand
and Hawat counters with a nice uppercut.
Peterson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Hawat walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Hawat misses with an uppercut.
Jab, jab by Peterson - just one landing.
Hawat keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Hawat misses the shot to the body.
Hawat scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Peterson throws a half hearted mid kick.
Peterson takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Hawat looks to score with a jab to the body but Peterson is just out of range.#T3#
Peterson is looking to slow Hawat down with leg kicks.
Peterson misses the jab.
Hawat jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A slow jab from Hawat misses its intended target.
Peterson throws a lazy uppercut
and Hawat counters with a nice leg kick.
Peterson pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Hawat throws a nice inside leg kick.
Peterson fails to land with a series of punches.
Hawat throws a head kick but Peterson moves out of range.
Hawat steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Peterson.
Peterson tries to bum rush Hawat with a series of wild strikes but Hawat uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
A cross from Hawat lands.
Peterson pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Peterson tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Hawat with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Peterson to score with a decent uppercut.
Hawat moves out of range as Peterson strikes.
Peterson connects with a high kick. #T4#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Hawat just misses with a punch to the body.
It seemed like Peterson was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Phoenix Peterson seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Hawat chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Peterson can pounce on him.
Hawat throws a leg kick
and Peterson counters with an inside leg kick.
Peterson looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Peterson takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Peterson misses with a looping left.
Peterson checks a leg kick.
Hawat misses with a looping left.
Peterson lands a head shot.
Hawat avoids the body shot from Peterson.
Peterson looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Peterson lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Peterson uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Hawat.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Hawat connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Peterson's hands.
Hawat cracks Peterson with an open hand slap.
Hawat takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Hawat lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Peterson circles away quickly and effectively.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Phoenix Peterson will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Peterson throws the left hand but Hawat avoids the punch easily.
Peterson misses with an uppercut. Hawat saw that one coming.
Peterson swings widly with a right hand
and Hawat counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Peterson throws a leg kick that misses.
Peterson misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Jab by Peterson.
Hawat throws a head kick but Peterson moves out of range.
Nice shot by Peterson.
Peterson misses with a looping right.
A solid leg kick lands there for Hawat.
A head kick misses from Hawat.
Hawat swings and misses with a hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hawat connects with a body shot that sends Peterson's belly button to the back.
Hawat lands a nice leg kick that just misses Peterson's sensitive parts.
Peterson lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Hawat at a distance.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hawat lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Hawat misses with an uppercut
and Peterson counters with a left and a right that stings Hawat.
Hawat lands a nice looking body shot.
#T1#
Peterson avoids the head kick by Hawat.
Peterson lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Hawat throws a leg kick but Peterson checks it.
Peterson misses with a kick to the body.
A good leg kick by Peterson.
Hawat slips a straight right by Peterson.
Hawat takes a swing at Peterson's ribcage but misses.
Hawat on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Peterson dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Hawat. That did some damage!
Peterson misses with a lunging right hand
and Hawat counters with a straight right hand.
Peterson moves out of range as Hawat strikes.
Peterson with a nice calf kick.
Hawat throws a lazy right hand but Peterson sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Hawat lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Hawat misses with a straight right.
Hawat throws out a loose jab but Peterson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Thufir Hawat has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Peterson checks a leg kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hawat lands with an overhand left.
Hawat ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Hawat throws a hook but Peterson blocks it.
Hawat looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Peterson walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Hawat throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Hawat takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Peterson connects with a right hand. Hawat shakes it off.
Peterson throws a body shot but no joy.
Peterson misses with an uppercut.
Peterson scores with a jab.
Peterson connects with a single shot there.
Hawat throws a nice outside leg kick.
Some wild striking there from Hawat.
Hawat looks to score with a jab to the body but Peterson is just out of range.
Peterson looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Hawat throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Hawat backing away here, and Peterson unleashes a leg kick that just misses.#T3#
A leg kick checked by Peterson.
Hawat is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Peterson.
A big left from Peterson misses.
Hawat misses the jab.
Peterson misses with a kick to the body.
Jab by Hawat.
Hawat bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Some wild striking there from Hawat.
Hawat thuds his right hand into Peterson's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Hawat with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Peterson to score with a decent uppercut.
Hawat throws an off balance right hand
and Peterson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Hawat avoids a kick to the body.
Peterson bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Hawat's head backwards.
Nice defenses there by Hawat.
Peterson punishes Hawat's body with a nice straight punch.#T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Peterson feints and then cracks Hawat's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Hawat down.
Peterson lands with a hook. Hawat tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Hawat ducks under a wild hook from Peterson.
Hawat slips a jab from Peterson.
It looked like Hawat wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Hawat connects with a leg kick.
Hawat throws a leg kick but Peterson sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Hawat walks into a left hand.
Hawat bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Peterson scores with the left hand. Hawat knows he should have avoided that one.
Hawat thumps Peterson with a low kick.
Phoenix Peterson is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Hawat misses with a hook
and Peterson counters with a nice uppercut.
Hawat ducks under a wild hook from Peterson.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Hawat throws a jab when Peterson was well out of range.
Hawat pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Peterson ducks under a wild hook from Hawat.
Hawat takes a shot right to the bread basket.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Phoenix Peterson.
Well Peterson has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Jeff Smith scores the fight 27:30
Judge Colin Fray scores the fight 27:30
Judge Paul Gruel scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Phoenix Peterson!
An out of breath and clearly excited Phoenix Peterson thanked Uncle Rufus Clothing .Co for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him). |
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Event:
SMASH: Sitsongrit vs Kentas 2
Date: Mar 09, 2024 |
#R1#
Hawat misses with a left hand
and Vera counters with a straight right hand.#CUT2#It looks like Thufir Hawat has been cut.
Thufir Hawat seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hawat throws a sloppy head kick and Vera moves out of range easily.
Hawat slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Vera tries to clinch up but Hawat circles away and keeps his distance.
Hawat keeps the fight on the outside.
Hawat lands an overhand right.#CL2#
Vera clinches with his opponent.
Come on Hawat - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Hawat effectively controlling the action here.
The crowd are getting pretty annoyed with Hawat for his constant stalling in the clinch and are voicing their displeasure.
Hawat blocking some punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vera misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Hawat has Vera pushed against the cage.
Vera wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
#T1#
Vera lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Vera misses with a punch to the body.
Vera prevents a body shot from Hawat.
Vera wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Hawat has him pressed against the cage.
Hawat misses with the head strike.
Vera is trying to push Hawat away but Hawat has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Vera prevents a body shot from Hawat.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Hawat.
Hawat misses with a punch on the inside.
Vera fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#BC2#
Vera breaks the clinch.
Hawat has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Animal Fight Club in the buildup to the fight.#T2#
Vera is looking to clinch.
Hawat moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Hawat avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Vera looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Vera moves in looking to clinch but Hawat pushes him off.
Vera takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Hawat throws a hook but Vera avoids it easily.
Hawat throws a jab when Vera was well out of range.
Vera tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Hawat misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Vera.
Vera lands a body shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Vera fails in his attempt to clinch.
Hawat getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Vera throws a hook to the side of Hawat's head but Hawat sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Hawat. Vera shrugs it off though.
Vera closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Vera throws a looping overhand right but Hawat ducks down to avoid it. #T3#
Vera looks to land a left hand but Hawat moved out of range nicely.
Vera gets cracked there but stands up to it.
A nice inside leg kick there by Hawat. That's going to slow Vera down.
A shot to the liver by Vera. Beautiful body shot.
A telegraphed right hand from Hawat misses the target.
Hawat throws a body shot but no joy.
Hawat lands a body shot.
Hawat throws a predictable looking body shot
and Vera counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A looping hook to the body misses from Vera. Hawat does a little dance to reset his feet.
Hawat tries to land a front kick but Vera steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Vera tries to move into range but Hawat moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Vera fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Vera needs to keep his hands up - Hawat had a free shot at his head there.
Hawat lands a slapping body shot.
Hawat is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Hawat paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#T4#
Vera moves forwards but Hawat connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Hawat throws a nice inside leg kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Hawat. Vera does a little dance to reset his feet.
Hawat lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Vera throws a right and a left that both miss.
Hawat avoids the body shot from Vera.
Hawat lands a really nice looking cross but Vera seems unphased.
Hawat throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Vera sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Vera throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Hawat bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Hawat scores with a jab.
Vera wants to clinch up but Hawat keeps it at a distance.
An attempted straight right counter from Hawat misses the target.
Vera lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Vera stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Hawat.
Hawat is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Nice body kick there by Hawat.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Thufir Hawat dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Thufir Hawat's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Hawat misses with a body shot.
Hawat goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Hawat - that will leave a mark!
Hawat is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Vera can do to turn this around?
Hawat scores with a leg kick.
Hawat throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Hawat throws out a loose jab but Vera uses good head movement to avoid it.
Vera fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Hawat manages to avoid it.
Vera wants to clinch.
Vera cracks a nice hook into Hawat's ribs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vera moves out of range of the strikes.
Hawat throws a nice inside leg kick.
Hawat takes one to the chin there.#T1#
Vera tries to clinch but Hawat is having none of it.
A decent looking cross lands there for Hawat.
Hawat misses the jab.
Vera takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Hawat ducks right into an uppercut from Vera.
Vera has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Hawat throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Hawat takes one on the button.#CL2#
Hawat tries to keep at a distance but Vera has taken the fight into the clinch.#BC2#
Vera breaks the clinch.
Vera throws a right hand that Hawat ducks under and follows up with a left that Hawat also avoids with ease.
A low kick lands for Hawat.
Hawat looks to land a combination but Vera avoids it well.
Vera avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A looping hook to the body misses from Hawat. Vera does a little dance to reset his feet.#T2##CL2#
Vera gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Vera wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Hawat has him pressed against the cage.
Vera tries to break free but Hawat pushes him back against the cage.
Hawat will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Vera up against the cage.#BC#
Hawat manages to break the clinch.
Hawat chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Hawat connects with a right hand. Vera shakes it off.#CL2#
Vera drives through and clinches with Hawat against the cage.
#BC2#
Vera's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Thufir Hawat is winning the standup battle so far.
Vera stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Hawat.#T3#
Hawat blocks a jab.
Hawat was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Hawat scores with a spinning back kick!
Vera ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Hawat just misses with a punch to the body.
#CL2#
Vera gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Vera tries to break free but Hawat pushes him back against the cage.
Hawat tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Vera avoids it.
With the fighters up against the cage, Hawat throws an elbow but misses.
Hawat pressing his opponent against the cage.
Vera throws a head punch that misses.
Vera tries to break the clinch but Hawat is controlling the position. #T4#
Vera is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Hawat misses with a body punch.
Vera will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Hawat up against the cage.
Vera is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Vera misses with a hook to the ribs.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows. #BC2#
Vera manages to break the clinch.
Hawat misses with a straight left.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Thufir Hawat dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Thufir Hawat's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Vera tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Hawat paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Hawat fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Vera misses with a straight right.
Hawat was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Vera drops his hands momentarily and Hawat takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Vera tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Hawat jabs at Vera's body.
Vera gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Hawat.
Vera is looking to clinch.
Decent striking displayed by Hawat there.#CL2#
Vera gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Marco Vera seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Vera throws a punch but it's blocked by Hawat.
Vera lands a left hand that snaps the head of Hawat backwards.
Vera works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Vera misses with a short punch on the inside.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Vera has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.#T1#
Vera can't find room to land a body shot as Hawat controls the action.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Hawat. #BC2#
Vera escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Vera keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Hawat misses with a looping left.
Vera's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Vera moves away from the strike by Hawat.
Hawat goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Vera takes a jab right on the kisser.
Vera takes one on the button.
Hawat throws a leg kick which misses Vera's front leg but catches the back leg as Vera tries to avoid it.
Hawat misses with a leg kick
and Vera counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Vera drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Hawat misses with a hook to the body
and Vera counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Thufir Hawat is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Vera tries to clinch but fails miserably
letting Hawat counter with a right hand.
The fighters circle momentarily. Vera darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Hawat slips a straight right by Vera.
Vera throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Vera swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Hawat counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Hawat dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Vera. That did some damage!
Hawat just misses with a punch to the body.
Vera tries to clinch but Hawat is having none of it.
Vera tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Vera is looking to clinch.
Hawat circles away from the clinch attempt.
Nice straight punches there by Hawat. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Hawat.
Vera moves in looking to clinch but Hawat pushes him off.
Hawat scores with a shot to the body.
Hawat connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.#T3#
A big right from Vera misses.
Vera clobbers Hawat with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Vera throws a jab but it's blocked by Hawat.
Vera takes one on the button.
Vera takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Vera throws a jab when Hawat was well out of range.
Hawat misses with a straight left.
Hawat dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Vera. That did some damage!
Vera moves in looking to clinch but Hawat pushes him off.#CL2#
Vera clinches with his opponent.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Hawat looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#T4#
A frustrated look appears on Hawat's face as he tries to break the clinch. #BC2#
Vera breaks from the clinch.
Vera lunges at Hawat with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Hawat's hand.
Vera has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Hawat uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Vera.
Hawat was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Hawat swats away the attempt to clinch by Vera.
Hawat takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hawat lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Nice defenses there by Vera.
Hawat connects with an inside leg kick.
Hawat lands with a right hand.
Marco Vera has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Vera lands a slapping body shot.
And that's the end of the fight!
Thufir Hawat showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Hawat, 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 Josh West scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ryoma Takatsuka scores the fight 30:27
Judge Micheangelo Fripello scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Thufir Hawat!
After the fight, Thufir Hawat 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:
SMASH: Sitsongrit v Materlak 2
Date: Feb 10, 2024 |
#R1#
Hawat scores with a nice right hand.
Hawat swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Ward slips a straight right by Hawat.
Hawat defending well as Ward loads up on a big left hand.
Left hook, right uppercut from Hawat. #CUT2#It looks like Maxim Ward has been cut.
An inside leg kick lands from Ward.
Ward throws a hook to the side of Hawat's head but Hawat sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#TD#
Ward bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Hawat wants to get back to his feet but Ward is dominant here and he's now got Hawat's back!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Hawat tries to escape but Ward has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Ward has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Hawat's body.
#T1#
Ward's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Hawat staying busy and making it hard for Ward to control.
Good control from Ward.
Ward has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB#
Hawat preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Ward.
Ward is riding his opponent, not letting Hawat buck him off.
Ward seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Hawat for as long as he can get away with.
Ward tries to get the hooks in deep but Hawat pushed the leg off.
What can Hawat do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
#T3#
Hawat trying to control the position but Ward manages to sink in the hooks.
Ward has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Hawat's body.
Hawat trying to control the action but Ward just sinks the hooks in.
Ward is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
A lull in the action here.
#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Ward is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Ward is hanging on to Hawat's back as he tries to escape.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Ward controlling the positon.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ward has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Maxim Ward dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Maxim Ward's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Ward throws a body punch but Hawat moves out of range.
Hawat uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ward.
Hawat on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Hawat keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Hawat throws a jab when Ward was well out of range.
Ward lands with a straight right. Hawat didn't see that one coming.
Ward is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Hawat can do to turn this around?
Hawat avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Ward throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Ward cracks Hawat with a right hand to the side of the head.#TD#
Ward fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Hawat to the ground. Ward is now in Hawat's guard.
Hawat wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Ward manages to pass to side control. #REVB#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hawat tries to get to full guard but Ward has control of the leg.
Hawat is trying to maintain the position but Ward is very close to passing his half guard.#T1#
Hawat wants to get back to full guard.
Ward is taking a breather. Hawat says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Ward is trying to control. Hawat wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Ward content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Ward tries to pass the half guard into mount. Hawat knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Hawat tries to get to full guard but Ward has control of the leg.
Hawat won't allow Ward to pass to mount.
Ward content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Thufir Hawat is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Hawat.#T3#
Hawat has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Ward throws a leg kick that is checked
and Hawat counters with a nice leg kick.
Hawat tries a head kick but it misses.
Ward fails with an attempt to clinch.
Hawat takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Hawat lands with an overhand left.
Hawat throws a leg kick but Ward checks it.
Ward pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #TD#
Ward drives through with a takedown into Hawat's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Ward pushes down on Hawat's leg and manages to get into half guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hawat wants to get back to full guard.
Ward slows the pace down in half guard. #T4#
Hawat trying to control from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ward controlling the pace.
Hawat is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Ward's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Ward's back!
You can see the frustration on Ward's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Hawat has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Ward's body.
Ward tries to roll but Hawat sticks to his back.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Maxim Ward dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Maxim Ward's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Hawat slaps away a takedown attempt from Ward, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Ward shoots for a double leg takedown but Hawat sprawls well. He's pushed Ward's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Hawat throws a chopping leg kick but Ward manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Ward takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Ward keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Ward with a hook.
Hawat jabs at Ward's body.
Ward defending well as Hawat loads up on a big left hand.
Hawat throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Hawat throws a big shot that misses.
Ward throws a shot from downtown. Hawat moves away and avoids it.
A countering left hand to the body from Hawat misses.#TD#
Ward manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Hawat on his heels. He'll look to pass Hawat's guard now, I'm sure.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hawat keeping full guard, as Ward tries to pass.
Hawat wants to stand but Ward is controlling the position. #T1#
Hawat looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Hawat is pulling down on Ward's head. It's preventing any offense from Ward, at least for the moment.
Ward trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Ward wants to control from the top but Hawat keeps moving.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Hawat trying to control the position here. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Thufir Hawat has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Maxim Ward is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Thufir Hawat seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Hawat takes a swing at Ward's ribcage but misses.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Hawat lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
A slow jab from Hawat misses its intended target. #TD#
Hawat gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Ward trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Ward has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Ward slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Hawat is looking to reverse the position.
Ward in the domination position with Hawat hanging on.
Ward tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it. #T3#
Ward trying to control the action but Hawat is working from the bottom.
Hawat tries to improve position but can't. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Ward wants to control but Hawat is keeping him busy.
Ward working away.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Hawat changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Hawat misses with a wild body shot.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hawat throws a leg kick but Ward sees it coming and moves out of range.
Ward lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Hawat circles away quickly and effectively.
Hawat throws a poor cross that misses
and Ward counters with a stiff right hand.
Hawat takes a jab right on the kisser.
Hawat stuffs the takedown.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Maxim Ward.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Ward, 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 Ben Hemmingworth scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ron Honeybunn scores the fight 30:27
Judge Chris Dean scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Maxim Ward!
Maxim Ward bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it. |
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Event:
SMASH: Sitsongrit vs Materlak
Date: Jan 20, 2024 |
#R1#
Hawat connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Walton momentarily.
Hawat cracks Walton with an open hand slap.
Walton cracks Hawat with an open hand slap.#CUT2#It looks like Thufir Hawat has been cut.
Hawat avoids the head kick by Walton.
Hawat has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Animal Fight Club in the buildup to the fight.#CL2#
Walton darts in and clinches Hawat up against the cage.
Walton fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Hawat wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Walton has him pressed against the cage.
Hawat stalls. #BC#
Hawat manages to break the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hawat looks to score with a jab to the body but Walton is just out of range.
Hawat misses with a body kick.
A decent looking cross lands there for Hawat.
Hawat throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
enabling Walton to counter with a crisp jab. #T1#
Walton pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Walton tried to score with a low kick but Hawat checks it.
Thufir Hawat seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Walton slips a jab from Hawat.
A little jabbing left from Walton on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Hawat misses with an uppercut
and Walton counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Hawat scores with a sloppy right hand. Walton should have avoided that one.
Walton takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
#CL2#
Walton gets a clinch.
Hawat pushes Walton back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Hawat lands a nice shot to the body.
Hawat doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Walton tries to work over Hawat's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Walton lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #T2#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Hawat.
Stalling in the clinch from Walton.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Walton.
Walton scores with a nice hook to the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Walton misses with a short punch on the inside.
Walton is pushing Hawat up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Hawat.
Hawat blocking some punches.
Walton throws a punch but it's blocked by Hawat. #T3#
The referee is keeping an eye on Walton - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Hawat creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Hawat misses with a short punch on the inside.
Walton blocking some punches.
Walton swings away with an uppercut that misses.
The referee calls for Walton to work.
A head punch on the inside from Hawat fails to land.
Walton stalling the fight.
#BC#
Hawat escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#T4#
Walton has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Walton there as he acknowledges the shot.
Walton misses with a left hand
and Hawat counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Hawat lands with a nice body punch.
Walton throws an off balance right hand
letting Hawat counter with a right hand.
Hawat misses with a body shot.
Hawat moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromWalton.#CL2#
Walton takes the fight into the clinch.
Good body shot from Walton.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Walton lands a nice shot to the body. #BC#
Hawat pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
A cross from Hawat lands.
Hawat jabbing away but nothing is landing.
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 Thufir Hawat will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Thufir Hawat's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Hawat throws a wild body kick that Walton sees coming a mile off.
Hawat looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Hawat ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Walton moves away.
Walton fails with an attempt to clinch.
Hawat bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Hawat scoring well with a low kick there.
Hawat is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Walton can do to turn this around?
Hawat connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Hawat works over Walton's head and body with a nice combination.
Hawat tries to land a leg kick but Walton saw it coming and moves away.
Walton appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hawat throws a wild body kick that Walton sees coming a mile off.#CL2#
Walton clinches up against the cage.
Walton lands a right hand.
Hawat is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage. #T1#
Hawat blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Walton throws a punch but it's blocked by Hawat.
Walton avoiding damage.
Walton trying to land knees to the body.
Walton avoiding damage.
Hawat doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Walton throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Hawats head.
Walton tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Hawat's elbow. #T2#
Walton lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Hawat throws a punch but it's blocked by Walton.
Hawat takes a shot to the head.
Benjamin Walton seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Walton lands a left hand that snaps the head of Hawat backwards.
Walton content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Walton lands with a left to the head.
Hawat blocks an uppercut.
Walton lands a nice uppercut.
Hawat blocks a body shot from Walton.
Walton letting Hawat take a breather here.#T3#
Walton slowing the pace effectively.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Walton.
A nice left hand lands by Walton.
Walton swings wildly with an uppercut but Hawat uses good head movement to avoid it.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Walton doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Good body shot from Hawat.
Walton fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Walton blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Walton swings wildly with an uppercut but Hawat uses good head movement to avoid it. #T4#
Walton pressing his opponent against the cage.
Walton effectively controlling the action here.
Walton throws a head punch that misses.
Hawat wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Walton lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Hawat or not.
Hawat leaning against his opponent.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Walton takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Benjamin Walton showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Thufir Hawat's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're 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#
Walton keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Hawat.
Hawat misses with a wild body shot.
Hawat throws a leg kick but Walton sees it coming and moves out of range.
Hawat throws a hook to the side of Walton's head but Walton sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A jab from Walton misses.
Walton has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Walton there as he acknowledges the shot.
A jab from Hawat misses.
Hawat misses with a leg kick.
Hawat scores with a jab. Walton acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hawat keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Walton ducks right into an uppercut from Hawat.
Hawat throws a body kick that misses
and Walton connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Walton wants to clinch up but Hawat keeps it at a distance.#T1#
Walton moves away from the strike by Hawat.
Hawat lands with a shot to the body.
Hawat misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Walton.
Walton steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Hawat.
A chopping leg kick lands by Hawat.
Hawat is looking to score with low kicks.
Hawat sizes up Walton with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Walton blocks a jab.
Hawat with a hook.#CL2#
Walton darts in and clinches Hawat up against the cage.
Hawat wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Walton has him pressed against the cage.
Walton working aggressively here.
#T2#
Walton throws a punch but it's blocked by Hawat. #BC#
Hawat breaks from the clinch.
Walton uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hawat.
That kick from Hawat tenderised Walton's leg. Walton is trying to keep his angry face on.
Thufir Hawat is winning the standup battle so far.
Walton bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
It seemed like Walton was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Hawat throws a sloppy head kick and Walton moves out of range easily.
Walton flicks out a counter leg kick but Hawat steps away.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hawat throws a right hand that misses
and Walton counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Hawat tries a low kick but Walton avoids it.
Hawat waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Walton.
Good standup being displayed there by Walton as he connects with a hook.
Hawat dips to his left and cracks Walton with an uppercut!
Walton tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #T3#
Walton slips under a jab from Hawat.
Walton looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A shot to the body from Hawat misses
and Walton counters with an outside leg kick.
Walton closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Walton has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Walton staying out of range there.
Hawat misses with a body kick.
Walton looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Jab from Walton.
Hawat tries to move into range but Walton moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
A low kick from Hawat is predictable there
and Hawat takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CL2#
Walton darts in and clinches Hawat up against the cage.
Hawat is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Walton is keeping busy.
Nice body punch from Walton. #T4#
Hawat misses with a knee strike.
Walton swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Hawat being controlled against the cage.
Walton keeps control of Hawat as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
A short uppercut from Walton.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Walton goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Hawat misses with a punch to the body.
Walton content to slow the pace in the clinch.
And that's the end of the fight!
Thufir Hawat showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Hawat 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 Winston Howard scores the fight 28:29
Judge Darius Henderson scores the fight 29:28
Judge Donatello Bradman scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Thufir Hawat!
Thufir Hawat spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant. |
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Event:
SMASH: Barrels vs Frewin
Date: Dec 03, 2023 |
#R1#
Costeau takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Costeau fails to land with a series of punches.
It looked like Hawat was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Costeau.
Hawat throws a sloppy body shot
and Costeau connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Costeau bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Hawat throws a jab when Costeau was well out of range.
Hawat jabs at Costeau's body.
Hawat with a nice calf kick.
Hawat throws a body punch but Costeau moves out of range.
Costeau throws a nice outside leg kick. #CL2#
Costeau closes the distance and pushes Hawat back into the cage.
Hawat has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Costeau misses with a hook from the clinch.
Hawat working hard to break the clinch.#BC2#
Costeau breaks the clinch.
Costeau scores with a decent looking hook.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hawat uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Costeau.
A jab lands there for Costeau.
Hawat misses the shot to the body.
It seemed like Costeau was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Costeau walks into a straight right hand from Hawat.
A left lands for Costeau.#T1#
Costeau misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hawat.
A nice inside leg kick there by Hawat. That's going to slow Costeau down.
Costeau has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Hawat lands a nice leg kick that just misses Costeau's sensitive parts.
Hawat takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Hawat takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Hawat tries to work over Costeau's front leg with a kick but Costeau checks it.
Costeau lands with a thumping leg kick.
Costeau looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Thufir Hawat seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Costeau scores with a hook.
A thudding body kick lands there by Hawat!
A jab from Costeau finds it's way through Hawat's defenses.
Hawat misses with a wild body shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hawat lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Costeau steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Hawat.
Nice defenses there by Costeau.
Hawat punishes Costeau's body with a nice straight punch.
Costeau tries to clinch up.#T2#
Costeau throws a looping overhand right but Hawat ducks down to avoid it.
Hawat scores with a jab to the body.
Hawat throws a lazy head kick
and Costeau counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Hawat thinking.
Costeau misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hawat.
Costeau works Hawat's body with a nice hook.
Hawat missing with a left hand there. Costeau was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Hawat misses with a double jab.
Costeau has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Hawat.
Costeau is looking to land body kicks.
Hawat throws a low kick but it's checked well by Costeau.
Some wild striking there from Hawat.
Hawat wants to land a leg kick but Costeau is out of range.
It seemed like Costeau was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A jab from Hawat misses.
Hawat's jab looks to have found its range, popping Costeau under the eye.
Costeau thumps Hawat with a low kick.
Hawat throws a head kick but Costeau moves out of range.
Costeau looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T3#
Costeau scores with a head kick. Hawat tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Costeau misses with a head kick.
Jab from Costeau.
Hawat throws a big shot that misses.
Hawat throws a front kick aimed at Costeau's knee but Costeau avoids it well.
Costeau flicks out a counter leg kick but Hawat steps away.
Hawat pivots, looking for a leg kick but Costeau is out of range and Hawat settles back down.
Hawat throws a right hand that misses
and Costeau counters with a two punch combo.
Costeau connects with a single shot there.
Costeau takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Hawat explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Costeau misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Costeau is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Hawat had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hawat thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Costeau if he has to take too many more of those.
Hawat throws a leg kick but Costeau sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Hawat throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Nice jab there from Costeau.
Hawat missing with a left hand there. Costeau was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T4#
Hawat misses with a body kick.
Hawat looks to land a body kick but Costeau moved away.
Hawat avoids the body shot from Costeau.
Costeau tries to score with a low kick but Hawat moves his leg out of the way.
Hawat appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Costeau on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Hawat misses with an uppercut. Costeau saw that one coming.
Despite the aggression on Costeau's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Hawat punishes Costeau's body with a nice straight punch.
Hawat lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Costeau smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Decent striking displayed by Costeau there.
Costeau misses with a low kick.
Costeau on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Costeau connects with a looping right hand.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Costeau throws a looping overhand right but Hawat ducks down to avoid it.
Costeau steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Hawat.
Hawat bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Costeau's head.
Hawat looks to land a left hand but Costeau moved out of range nicely.
Costeau only half commits to the counter leg kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Raphaël Ambrosius Costeau will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Costeau misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Hawat blocks a low kick nicely.
Costeau fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Hawat checks it well.
Hawat works Costeau's body with a nice hook.
Hawat takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Hawat scores with a body shot.
Hawat misses with a series of wild punches.
Costeau is looking to score with low kicks.
Costeau misses with a head kick.
Hawat misses the body punch
and Hawat takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Hawat uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Costeau.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Costeau steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Hawat.
Costeau replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Hawat blocks it well.
Hawat rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Costeau counters with a thumping low kick.
Hawat takes a kick to the side of the head.#CUT2#It looks like Thufir Hawat has been cut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hawat throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Costeau lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.#T1#
Hawat with a nice calf kick.
Hawat walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Costeau checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Costeau throws a lazy right hand but Hawat sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Hawat scores with a jab to the head.
The fighters circling - Costeau throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Hawat throws a nice outside leg kick.
Hawat lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Hawat falls off balance throwing a combination
enabling Costeau to counter with a crisp jab.
Costeau takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
A head kick misses from Hawat.
Costeau let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Hawat thumps Costeau with a low kick.
Costeau checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Hawat fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Costeau manages to avoid it.
Hawat throws a leg kick which misses Costeau's front leg but catches the back leg as Costeau tries to avoid it.
Costeau lunges at Hawat with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Hawat's hand.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Costeau throws out a powerful jab.#T2#
Hawat throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Costeau.
Costeau has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Hawat.
Hawat throws an off balance right hand
and Costeau counters with an inside leg kick.
Hawat is looking to land body kicks.
Costeau looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Hawat moves out of range as Costeau strikes.
Costeau's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Costeau tries to land a leg kick but Hawat saw it coming and moves away.
Costeau scores with a shot to the body.
Hawat throws a hook but Costeau avoids it easily.
Nice cross by Costeau.
Hawat fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Hawat misses with a hook to the body
and Costeau counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Costeau thows a left - swing and a miss!
Hawat throws a shot to the body.
Hawat throws a body kick that misses.
Hawat misses with a jab, cross combination.
Costeau swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Hawat throws a sloppy head kick
and Costeau counters with a lovely shot to the body.#T3#
A shot to the body from Hawat misses
and Costeau counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Costeau throws a low kick, looking for Hawat's leg but Hawat calmly moves out of range.
A nice inside leg kick there by Hawat. That's going to slow Costeau down.
Costeau misses with a looping right.
Hawat goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Costeau lands with a hook. Hawat tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Hawat throws the kick towards the body but Costeau avoids it.
Hawat throws a front kick aimed at Costeau's knee but Costeau avoids it well.
Hawat throws a sloppy head kick and Costeau moves out of range easily.
Costeau with a jab.
Costeau on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Costeau avoids the body shot from Hawat.
Hawat lands a nice looking kick to the body. Costeau takes a step back to recover.
Nice defenses there by Costeau.
Hawat throws out a loose jab but Costeau uses good head movement to avoid it.
Hawat misses the shot to the body. #T4#
Costeau takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A bone on bone clash there as Costeau blocks the leg kick.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Hawat.
Costeau throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Costeau looks to land a body kick but Hawat moved away.
Raphaël Ambrosius Costeau seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Hawat throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A low kick lands for Hawat.
Hawat looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Costeau has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Costeau there as he acknowledges the shot.
Hawat swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Costeau lands a glancing blow to the side of Hawat's head.
Costeau circles to his right before unloading a perfect head kick! Hawat drops to the canvas, hurt badly! Costeau follows Hawat to the ground and unloads with a series of strikes that force the referee to step in and end the fight! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:44 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Raphaël Ambrosius Costeau!
Raphaël Ambrosius Costeau thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
SMASH:219
Date: Nov 18, 2023 |
#R1#
Hawat throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A jab from Pierre misses.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Hawat. Pierre shrugs it off though.
Pierre gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Pierre lands the left hand.
Pierre closes this distance looking for a takedown but Hawat circles away.
Pierre shoots for a takedown but Hawat saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Pierre takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Hawat scores with a jab to the body.
Hawat throws the left hand but Pierre avoids the punch easily.
Pierre looks for a takedown but Hawat sprawls well.
Thufir Hawat has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of George Pierre.
Pierre takes a jab right on the kisser.
Pierre is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Hawat.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Hawat slips a jab and a cross from Pierre.
#CL2#
Pierre moves into the clinch successfully.
#T1#
Hawat is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Pierre has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Hawat after a bit of a struggle.
Hawat stops a takedown attempt from Pierre.
Hawat misses with a hook to the ribs.
Pierre has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Hawat avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Pierre drops down looking for an ankle pick but Hawat pulls his leg out and moves away.
Pierre looks to score with a jab to the body but Hawat is just out of range.
Hawat's jab looks to have found its range, popping Pierre under the eye.
Pierre misses with a looping left.
Pierre moves out of range as Hawat strikes.
Thufir Hawat seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hawat misses with an uppercut. Pierre saw that one coming.
Hawat with the inside leg kick.
Hawat throws a nice inside leg kick.
Hawat fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Pierre has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Hawat swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Pierre.
Hawat turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Hawat throws a hook but Pierre avoids it easily.#T2#
Hawat misses with a few strikes there.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL2#
Pierre gets a clinch.
Pierre is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Hawat pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Pierre goes for a takedown in the clinch but Hawat prevents it.
Hawat prevents a takedown attempt there.
Pierre has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Hawat avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Pierre is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Hawat gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Pierre is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Pierre wants to take the fight to the mat but Hawat manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Hawat's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.#TD2#
Pierre has clasped his hands together around Hawat's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
Pierre is putting a hurting on Hawat here, landing some big shots from side control.
Hawat regains half guard, as Pierre was trying to land strikes. #T3#
Hawat keeping control of the position.
Hawat gets back to full guard.
Pierre content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Pierre throws a strike but Hawat rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Pierre wants to get back to his feet but Hawat is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #T4#
Pierre keeping full guard, as Hawat tries to pass.
Hawat seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Thufir Hawat dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Pierre throws a jab when Hawat was well out of range.
Pierre gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Crunch! Hawat slams his shin into Pierre's torso.
Pierre avoids the body shot from Hawat.
A good leg kick by Hawat.
Hawat needs to keep his hands up - Pierre had a free shot at his head there.
Hawat's jab looks to have found its range, popping Pierre under the eye.
Hawat is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Pierre can do to turn this around?
A lazy left from Hawat finds it's target.
Pierre rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Hawat moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Pierre walks forward, straight into a front kick from Hawat.#TD2#
Pierre throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Hawat tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Pierre is in Hawat's guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Pierre with a nice head shot there.
Hawat wants to sweep here but Pierre controlling him for the moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Pierre postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Hawat utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Pierre lands a couple of elbows.#T1#
Pierre in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
We've been hearing good reports from Hawat'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.
Hawat pulls Pierre in close to prevent any damage.
Hawat wants to sweep here but Pierre controlling him for the moment.
Pierre throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Hawat works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Pierre throws an elbow that misses. Hawat uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Pierre's guard. Nice move by Hawat!#REVR#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hawat sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Hawat in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Hawat sitting in guard here, content to control. #T3#
Hawat advances to half guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Still in half guard, Hawat seems content to control.
Thufir Hawat overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Hawat scores with a head kick.
#CUT#It looks like George Pierre has been cut.
Thufir Hawat is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Good standup being displayed there by Hawat as he connects with a hook.
A punch combination from Hawat misses.
Pierre tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #T4#
Pierre misses with a jab, cross combination.
Hawat scoring well with a low kick there.
Hawat throws the kick towards the body but Pierre avoids it.#CL2#
Pierre moves into the clinch.
Pierre is looking for a takedown.#BC#
Hawat breaks from the clinch.
Pierre fails with a takedown attempt.
Pierre on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Pierre swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
enabling Hawat to counter with a crisp jab.
George Pierre is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Hawat misses with a two punch combination.
A jab from Hawat finds it's way through Pierre's defenses.
Thufir Hawat is winning the standup battle so far.
Hawat misses with a wild combination.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Thufir Hawat dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on George Pierre's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3##CL2#
Hawat gets tackled into the cage by Pierre. Pierre maintains the clinch.
Pierre tries to score a body lock takedown but Hawat shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Hawat takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life. #TD2#
Pierre gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Hawat regains guard.
Pierre working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Hawat has his hands on Pierre's head, controlling the position.
Pierre postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pierre working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Pierre accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Pierre loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Pierre postures up and lands a big shot to Hawat's brow.
Hawat is adopting a defensive guard.#T1#
Hawat wants to sweep but no luck.
Pierre throwing strikes but missing.
Pierre postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Pierre working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Nice defenses there by Pierre.
Hawat swings away with a body shot that misses
enabling Pierre to counter with a crisp jab.
Hawat moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Hawat lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Pierre shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Hawat thuds his shin into the meat of Pierre's side.
Hawat lands a leg kick that knocks Pierre off balance momentarily.
Thufir Hawat is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Pierre blocks the body kick.
Hawat slaps away a takedown attempt from Pierre, before circling back to the center of the mat.
An attempted straight right counter from Hawat misses the target.
Thufir Hawat has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of George Pierre.
Pierre takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Hawat feints and then cracks Pierre's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Pierre down.
Pierre looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Pierre takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Hawat is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Hawat lands a front kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hawat lands a nice looking body shot.
Pierre walks into a left hand.
Hawat misses with a wild combination.
Pierre fails with the takedown.#T3#
Pierre tries to close the distance and clinch but Hawat swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Hawat thinks about countering with a body kick.
Pierre ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Hawat showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Pierre.
George Pierre has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Hawat throws a series of strikes that have Pierre backpedaling.
Hawat moves away from the strike by Pierre.
A shot to the liver by Hawat. Beautiful body shot.
Hawat throws the left hand but Pierre avoids the punch easily.
Pierre is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Hawat misses with a two punch combination.
As Hawat backs off Pierre throws a huge counter combo but Hawat manages to avoid it all.
Hawat connects with a nice looking jab.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Hawat, as that shot connected.
Hawat connects with a looping right hand.
#T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hawat connects with a looping right hand.
Hawat buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Pierre tries to score a power double leg takedown but Hawat sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Pierre somewhat.
Hawat lands a nice looking kick to the body. Pierre takes a step back to recover.
Hawat throws an overhand right that lands on Pierre's shoulder, as Pierre tries to avoid the shot.
Pierre has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Pierre there as he acknowledges the shot.
Pierre takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Hawat with a nice calf kick.
Hawat shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Hawat connects with a body shot that sends Pierre's belly button to the back.
Hawat takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
And that's the end of the fight!
Thufir Hawat showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Hawat, 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 William Peck scores the fight 30:27
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yves DeLean scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Thufir Hawat!
In his post fight interview, Thufir Hawat started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception. |
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Event:
DC 101: Dye v Bradley
Date: Oct 22, 2023 |
#R1#
Leader tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Hawat was well out of range. Poor timing from Leader.
A slapping body kick lands there for Hawat.
Hawat checks a leg kick.
Master Leader seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hawat avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Leader tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Hawat was well out of range. Poor timing from Leader.
Leader waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Hawat.
Hawat misses with a low kick.
Hawat shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Leader throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Hawat throwing a counter right hand but Leader manages to avoid it.
Hawat has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Animal Fight Club in the buildup to the fight.
Hawat swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Leader.
Hawat lands a glancing blow to the side of Leader's head.
Leader works Hawat's body with a nice hook.
Hawat takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Hawat wants to slow Leader down by chopping away at his legs.
Leader throws out a leg kick but Hawat moves out of range and Leader only half commits.
A chopping leg kick lands by Hawat.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Leader, as that shot connected.
#CUT2#It looks like Thufir Hawat has been cut.
A bone on bone clash there as Leader blocks the leg kick.
A little jabbing left from Leader on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Leader wants to clinch up but Hawat keeps it at a distance.#T1#
Leader uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hawat.
Leader throws a body punch but Hawat moves out of range.
Hawat moves out of range of the strikes.#CL2#
Leader clinches with his opponent.
Leader keeps control of Hawat as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Leader lands with a left to the head.
Leader lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Hawat backwards.
Leader presses Hawat against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Leader misses with a hook from the clinch.
Hawat misses with a short punch on the inside. #BC2#
Leader breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Hawat swings for the body but Leader moves out of range.
Leader lands a really nice looking cross but Hawat seems unphased.
Leader swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Leader cracks Hawat with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Hawat scores with a body shot.
Leader is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Hawat rather than just go for the knockout.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Leader throws a leg kick which misses Hawat's front leg but catches the back leg as Hawat tries to avoid it. #T2#
Leader fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Hawat checks it well.
Hawat appears to be looking for a big counter.
Leader misses with a hook. Hawat ducked under it nicely.
Hawat looks to land a combination but Leader avoids it well.
Leader throws out a loose jab but Hawat uses good head movement to avoid it.
Hawat doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Hawat misses the body punch
and Leader counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Leader tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Hawat was well out of range. Poor timing from Leader.
Hawat stuns Leader with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Leader misses the shot to the body.
Leader on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Hawat ducks under a wild hook from Leader.
Leader throws a hook but Hawat blocks it.
Leader misses with a straight right.
Leader throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Hawat looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Hawat is looking to land body kicks.
Hawat tries a low kick but Leader avoids it.#T3#
Leader looks to throw the jab but Hawat is out of range.
Hawat throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Leader fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Leader has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Hawat.
Hawat takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Hawat swats away the attempt to clinch by Leader.
Leader cracks Hawat with an open hand slap.
Hawat cracks Leader with an open hand slap.
Leader pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Leader ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Leader scoring well with a low kick there.
Hawat moves into range and connects with a jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hawat lands the left hand.
Leader fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Leader takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Leader throws a body shot but no joy. #T4#
Hawat cracks Leader with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Hawat looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Leader cracks a nice hook into Hawat's ribs.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Hawat.
Leader pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Leader just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromHawat.
Leader fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Leader throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Hawat connects with a leg kick.
Leader throws a leg kick which misses Hawat's front leg but catches the back leg as Hawat tries to avoid it.
Leader cracks Hawat with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Leader moves out of range as Hawat throws a body kick.
Hawat moves out of range as Leader strikes.
Leader lands a right hook to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Leader doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Hawat is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Leader buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Leader fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Leader with a nice cross.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Master Leader dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Thufir Hawat'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.#R2#
Leader looks for the body kick but Hawat saw that one coming.
Hawat is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Leader throws a body shot but no joy.
Leader walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
A slow jab from Leader misses its intended target.
Leader staying out of range there.
Leader throws a jab when Hawat was well out of range.
Hawat takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Leader throws a leg kick but Hawat checks it.
Hawat swings for the body but Leader moves out of range.
Leader throws a body kick that misses.
Hawat scores with a nice head shot.
Hawat takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Hawat misses with a double jab
and Leader counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CUT2#Thufir Hawat's cut is getting worse.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hawat motions for Leader to come forward. Hawat throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Leader getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Hawat changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.#T1#
Leader uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hawat.
Hawat throws the kick towards the body but Leader avoids it.
Leader swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Leader lands a body shot.
Leader throws a looping overhand right but Hawat ducks down to avoid it.
Leader throws the kick towards the body but Hawat avoids it.
Leader on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Leader moves out of range of the body kick from Hawat.
Leader ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Leader ducks under a wild hook from Hawat.
Hawat throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Leader tries to land a front kick but Hawat steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Hawat throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Hawat moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Hawat pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Hawat's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Leader connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Hawat scrambles back to his feet.
Leader throws a body shot but no joy. #T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hawat throws a head kick that Leader semi-blocks.
Hawat misses with a few strikes there.
Leader lands with a shot to the body.
Hawat tries to score with a low kick but Leader moves his leg out of the way.
Master Leader seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Hawat sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Leader lands a leg kick that knocks Hawat off balance momentarily.
Hawat ducks under a wild hook from Leader.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Hawat takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Hawat tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Leader was well out of range. Poor timing from Hawat.
Leader slips under a jab.
Leader fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Hawat.
Leader throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Hawat is looking to counter punch.
Leader has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A jab lands there for Leader.
Hawat throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Hawat connects with a nice looking jab.
Hawat with a hook.
Leader uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Hawat.#T3#
Leader displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Hawat throws out the jab.
Hawat slips under a jab.
Hawat is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Leader swings away with a body shot that misses
and Hawat counters with a body kick that stops Leader in his tracks momentarily.
Leader misses with a wild body shot.
Leader moves out of range as Hawat throws a body kick.
Leader misses the shot to the body.
Hawat swings for the body but Leader moves out of range.
And Leader responds with a good body kick, but Hawat manages to step out the way in time.
Leader is looking to land body kicks.
Hawat misses with a body shot.
Hawat avoids the body shot from Leader.
Hawat fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Leader misses with a head kick.
Leader shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Leader misses with a lunging right hand
and Hawat counters with a left to the body.
Leader wants to slow Hawat down by chopping away at his legs.
Hawat throws a body kick that misses. #T4#
A looping hook to the body misses from Leader. Hawat does a little dance to reset his feet.
Leader throws a shot to the body.
Nice defenses there by Hawat.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hawat moves out of range as Leader strikes.
Leader connects with the punch.
Hawat misses with a low kick.
Hawat keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Leader.
Hawat fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Leader on the side of the head.#CL2#
Leader takes the fight into the clinch.
Leader works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Leader makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#BC2#
Leader manages to break the clinch.
Leader takes a swing at Hawat's ribcage but misses.
Hawat ducks under a wild hook from Leader.
Leader scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Master Leader showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Thufir Hawat's cut.
That's time! Hawat's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Leader's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Hawat connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Leader scrambles back to his feet.
Leader swings for the body but Hawat moves out of range.
Leader bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Hawat's head backwards.
Hawat scores with a leg kick.
Leader misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Hawat bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Leader looks to land a right hand but Hawat moved out of range.
Leader works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Leader takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Leader scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Hawat avoids the body shot from Leader.
Leader connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Leader scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Hawat fails to land with a series of punches.
Leader throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Hawat misses with an uppercut.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Hawat checks a leg kick. #T1#
Leader goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Nice jab there from Hawat.
Hawat lands a lovely overhand right.
Hawat throws a push kick but Leader slaps the foot to one side.
Leader lands a slapping body shot.
Leader ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Hawat slips a jab from Leader.
Hawat clobbers Leader with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Leader misses with a shot to the body
and Leader takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Hawat checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Hawat throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Hawat moves out of range of the strikes.
Leader walks into a jab.
Leader is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Leader misses with an uppercut. Hawat saw that one coming.
Thufir Hawat has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Leader fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Hawat manages to avoid it.
Hawat takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Hawat throws a series of strikes that have Leader backpedaling.
Hawat throws a poor cross that misses
and Leader counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Hawat falls off balance throwing a combination
and Leader cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Hawat avoids the head kick by Leader.
Hawat throws the kick towards the body but Leader avoids it.
Hawat missing with a left hand there. Leader was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Leader moves out of range of the body kick from Hawat.
Leader moves out of range as Hawat strikes.
Hawat clobbers Leader with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
No joy there for Hawat, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Hawat defending well as Leader loads up on a big left hand.
Hawat misses with a body kick.
Hawat connects with a body shot.#T3#
Hawat avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Leader misses with a body shot.
#CL2#
Leader has taken the fight to the clinch.
Leader lands a nice uppercut.
Hawat blocking some punches.
Leader misses with a body punch.
Leader misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Master Leader is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Leader blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Hawat is trying to break the clinch but Leader is controlling him.
Hawat trying to stall but Leader improves his position.
#T4#
Hawat working hard to break the clinch.
A frustrated look appears on Hawat's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Leader is leaning against Hawat and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Leader.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Hawat misses with a hook from the clinch.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Master Leader.
Well Leader has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 27:30
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 27:30
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Master Leader!
A very excited looking Master Leader made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
DC 94: Vale Queiroz v Vinge
Date: Oct 01, 2023 |
#R1#
Hawat throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Sisko looks to throw the jab but Hawat is out of range.
The fighters circle momentarily. Sisko darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.#CUT#It looks like Thufir Hawat has been cut.
Hawat lands with a nice body punch.
Sisko swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Sisko takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Hawat moves out of range as Sisko strikes.
Hawat slips under a jab from Sisko.
Sisko jabbing away but nothing is landing.
We've been hearing reports that Sisko has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Sisko throws a hook but Hawat avoids it easily.
Hawat tries a quick counter leg kick but Sisko is wise to it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sisko throws a shot from downtown. Hawat moves away and avoids it.
Sisko takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
That kick from Hawat tenderised Sisko's leg. Sisko is trying to keep his angry face on.
Hawat looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Sisko throwing a counter right hand but Hawat manages to avoid it.
Hawat tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Sisko is able to avoid easily.#T1#
Sisko looks to land a left hand but Hawat moved out of range nicely.
Sisko defending well as Hawat loads up on a big left hand.
Sisko half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Hawat fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Sisko is out of range.
Thufir Hawat is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Hawat with a nice calf kick.
Sisko keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Sisko throwing a counter right hand but Hawat manages to avoid it.
Sisko uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Hawat.
Hawat misses the shot to the body.
Hawat throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Sisko counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Hawat throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Hawat throws a right hand that Sisko ducks under and follows up with a left that Sisko also avoids with ease.
A little feinted left hand from Sisko on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Sisko checks the leg kick nicely there.
Sisko checks a leg kick.
Sisko shoots in looking for a takedown but Hawat manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Sisko's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.#T2#
Hawat throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Hawat tries to land a front kick but Sisko steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
A chopping leg kick lands by Hawat.
Sisko throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Hawat on the side of the head.
Nice defenses there by Sisko.
Hawat is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Sisko rather than just go for the knockout.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Hawat connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Sisko avoids a kick to the body.
Sisko scores with a hook.
Sisko ducks under a wild hook from Hawat.
Hawat scores with a decent looking hook.
A thudding body kick lands there by Hawat!
Hawat jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Sisko is looking to counter punch.
Hawat connects with a good right hand that stumbles Sisko. Sisko circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#T3#
Hawat scores with a punch to the head.
Hawat avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Hawat staying out of range there.
As Sisko backs off Hawat throws a huge counter combo but Sisko manages to avoid it all.
No luck for Sisko with that takedown attempt.
Sisko slips under a jab from Hawat.
Hawat slips a jab from Sisko.
Hawat clobbers Sisko with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Hawat lands a nice shot that snaps Sisko's head back.
Hawat moves out of range as Sisko strikes.
Sisko steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Hawat.
Hawat slips under a jab.
Hawat blocks a jab.
A low kick from Hawat misses
and Sisko counters with a straight punch to the midsection.#T4#
Sisko throws a right and a left that Hawat avoids nicely.
Hawat is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Sisko with a body shot.
Sisko on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Hawat. Hawat obviously looking to wear him down.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A swing and a miss from Sisko.
Hawat scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Sisko throws a hook but Hawat avoids it easily.
Hawat connects with the punch.
Sisko misses with a hook.
Hawat throws a lazy body kick
and Sisko counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Sisko misses with a jab to the body
and Hawat counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Hawat loads up on a big right hand but Sisko slips the punch.
Hawat fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sisko manages to avoid it.
Sisko slips a jab from Hawat.
Sisko lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Thufir Hawat dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Thufir Hawat's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Sisko blocks a jab.
An attempted straight right counter from Sisko misses the target.
Sisko steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Hawat. That one must have hurt.
Sisko thows a left - swing and a miss!
Sisko avoids the head kick by Hawat.
Sisko shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Hawat as he avoids it easily.
Hawat doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Hawat moves out of range as Sisko strikes.
A telegraphed right hand from Sisko misses the target.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Sisko might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Hawat bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Hawat scores with a head kick. Sisko tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hawat looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Hawat misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sisko.
Hawat throws a nice looking combination but Sisko bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Hawat getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Hawat catches Sisko with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#T1#
A telegraphed right hand from Sisko misses the target.
Hawat throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Sisko stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Sisko keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Hawat swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Sisko shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Hawat sprawls well. Hawat wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Sisko gets slowly back to his feet.
Hawat scores with a shot to the body.
Sisko takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Hawat avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T2#
Hawat lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
A shot to the liver by Hawat. Beautiful body shot.
A good leg kick by Hawat.
Hawat throws a body kick that misses.
Hawat looks to land a right hand but Sisko moved out of range.
Hawat lands with a cross.
Sisko looks to land a left hand but Hawat moved out of range nicely.
It seemed like Hawat was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hawat lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Hawat changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Thufir Hawat seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sisko connects with the punch.
Hawat throws a body punch but Sisko moves out of range.
Hawat pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Hawat swings and misses with a hook to the body.
#T3#
Sisko slips a jab and a cross from Hawat.
Hawat jabs Sisko to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Hawat lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Hawat bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Sisko's head backwards.
Sisko throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Hawat counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Hawat throws a head kick but Sisko moves out of range.
Sisko tests Hawat's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Sisko takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Nice uppercut there from Hawat.
Sisko rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Hawat counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Hawat waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Sisko.#T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hawat fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Sisko is out of range.
Sisko looks to land a right hand but Hawat moved out of range.
Sisko throws an off balance right hand
and Hawat makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
The fighters circling - Sisko throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Sisko takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Hawat tried to score with a low kick but Sisko checks it.
Hawat slips a jab from Sisko.
Hawat fakes the leg kick and cracks Sisko in the body.
Sisko takes a kick to the side of the head.
Hawat throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Hawat feints a jab promting Sisko to slip. Hawat then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Sisko slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Sisko looks to throw the jab but Hawat is out of range.
Hawat misses with a two punch combination.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Thufir Hawat showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Thufir Hawat's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Hawat slips under a jab from Sisko.
Hawat fakes the leg kick and cracks Sisko in the body.
Sisko moves forwards but Hawat connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Hawat misses with a body kick.
A slow jab from Sisko misses its intended target.
Hawat scores with a shot to the body.
Hawat tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Hawat punishes Sisko's body with a nice straight punch.
Hawat uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Sisko.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hawat looks to land a body kick but Sisko moved away.
A solid body kick from Hawat.
Sisko takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Sisko moves out of range of the body kick from Hawat.
Sisko is looking for a counter combo.#T1#
Sisko misses the jab.
Sisko is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Hawat throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Hawat swings away with a body shot that misses
#TD#
and Sisko decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Hawat's guard.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Hawat avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Hawat is adopting a defensive guard.
Sisko's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Sisko has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Hawat working a defensive guard here.
Thufir Hawat is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Sisko looking to sit in guard and control but Hawat gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Sisko keeping moving, preventing Hawat from controlling successfully.
Sisko is pulling down on Hawat's head to control his posture.
My spies in Animal Fight Club inform me that Hawat has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Hawat is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T3#
Sisko is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Hawat pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Sisko is keeping the position for now.
Hawat throwing strikes from guard but Sisko blocks nicely. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Hawat fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sisko manages to avoid it.
Sisko throwing a counter right hand but Hawat manages to avoid it.
Thufir Hawat seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A telegraphed right hand from Hawat misses the target. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Hawat listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Sisko moves out of range as Hawat throws a body kick.
Sisko takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Sisko misses with a straight right.
Hawat lands with a right hand.
Hawat throws out a powerful jab.
A big right from Sisko misses.
Jab from Hawat.
Hawat chopping away at his opponent's legs.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sisko throws a right hand that misses
and Hawat counters with a nice low kick that buckles Sisko's knee momentarily.
Sisko misses the shot to the body.
Benjamin Sisko has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Hawat misses with a series of wild punches.
And that's the end of the fight!
Thufir Hawat comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Hawat winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Aleksandr Martynov scores the fight 27:30
Judge Fedor Mirinova scores the fight 27:30
Judge Konstantin Menshow scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Thufir Hawat!
Thufir Hawat decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little. |
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Event:
DC 85
Date: Aug 27, 2023 |
#R1#
Hawat scores with a nice right hand.
Hawat's corner calls for a 1-2. Hawat obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Both fighters circling a little - Hawat finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Hawat fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Camacho.
Hawat misses with a lunging right hand
and Camacho counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CUT#It looks like Thufir Hawat has been cut.
Hawat jabs Camacho right on the nose. Camacho blinks but takes it well.
Hawat connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Camacho's hands.
A lazy left from Hawat finds it's target.
Hawat looks to land a body kick but Camacho moved away.
Camacho throwing a counter right hand but Hawat manages to avoid it.
Camacho takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hawat fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Hawat throws the kick towards the body but Camacho avoids it.
Camacho was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Hawat pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Hawat smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#T1#
A telegraphed right hand from Hawat misses the target.
Hawat scores with a punch to the head.
Camacho takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Thufir Hawat seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hawat uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Camacho has time to react.
Hawat swings away with a body shot that misses
and Camacho counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Hawat thinking.
Hawat uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Camacho.
Hawat throws a body shot but no joy.
Hawat tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Camacho was well out of range. Poor timing from Hawat.
An attempted straight right counter from Camacho misses the target.
Camacho fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
A telegraphed right hand from Hawat misses the target.
Camacho seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Hawat thumps Camacho with a low kick.
Hawat lands a nice looking body shot.
#T2#
A looping hook to the body misses from Camacho. Hawat does a little dance to reset his feet.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A decent looking cross lands there for Hawat.
Camacho checks a leg kick.
Hawat scores with a nice head shot.
Hawat delivers a nice body kick.
Hawat looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
A low kick lands for Hawat.
Hawat has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Camacho finds it's way round the side to connect with Hawat's head.
Hawat fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Camacho.
Camacho stuns Hawat with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Hawat takes a swing at Camacho's ribcage but misses.
Hawat is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Camacho had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.#T3#
Hawat looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Camacho throwing a counter right hand but Hawat manages to avoid it.
Hawat swings widly with a right hand
and Camacho counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Hawat thinking.
Camacho throws a jab but it's blocked by Hawat.
Hawat throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Camacho blocks a leg kick.
Hawat throws out a loose jab but Camacho uses good head movement to avoid it.
A counter left hand to the body from Camacho misses its target.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Hawat, as that shot connected.
Hawat smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
A good leg kick by Hawat.
Hawat looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Camacho swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A decent looking cross lands there for Hawat.
Hawat scores with a head kick. Camacho tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.#T4#
Hawat throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Hawat lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Hawat scores with a one two! Camacho had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Camacho fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Hawat manages to avoid it.
Camacho takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Hawat misses with a looping left.
Hawat throws a predictable looking body shot
and Camacho counters with a left to the body.
Hawat delivers a nice body kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Hawat throws a nice looking combination but Camacho bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
A looping hook to the body misses from Hawat. Camacho does a little dance to reset his feet.
Hawat lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Thufir Hawat dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Thufir Hawat's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Hawat swings widly with a right hand
and Camacho counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Hawat swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Camacho blocks the body kick.
Hawat throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
enabling Camacho to counter with a crisp jab.
Hawat sizes up Camacho with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Camacho tries to move into range but Hawat moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Hawat connects with a leg kick.
Camacho ducks right into an uppercut from Hawat.
Camacho is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hawat wants to slow Camacho down by chopping away at his legs.
Camacho swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Hawat tests Camacho's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Camacho throws an overhand right that lands on Hawat's shoulder, as Hawat tries to avoid the shot.
Thufir Hawat seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Camacho has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Hawat.#T1#
Camacho misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Hawat counters with a thumping low kick.
Camacho looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Hawat listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Camacho might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
A jab from Hawat misses.
It looked like Camacho was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Hawat.
Hawat punishes Camacho's body with a nice straight punch.
Camacho tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Hawat scores with a body shot.
Hawat misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Camacho.
Camacho throwing a counter right hand but Hawat manages to avoid it.
Hawat throws a body kick that misses
and Camacho counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Camacho uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Hawat.
Hawat ducks under a wild hook from Camacho.
The fighters circle momentarily. Hawat darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.#T2#
Hawat throws the kick towards the body but Camacho avoids it.
Hawat jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hawat lands a head kick. Camacho smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Camacho uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Hawat.
Hawat scores with a jab. Camacho acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Hawat throws a half hearted mid kick.
It looked like Camacho was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Hawat.
Hawat lands a high kick!
A nice combination there by Hawat.
Hawat jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Camacho misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hawat.
Hawat throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Camacho sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T3#
Hawat looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Camacho loads up on a big right hand but Hawat slips the punch.
Camacho slips a straight right by Hawat.
Camacho moves out of range of the body kick.
Camacho went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Hawat throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Camacho on the side of the head.
Hawat looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Camacho checks the leg kick nicely there.
A jab lands there for Hawat.
Hawat lands with a shot to the body.
Camacho's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Hawat connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Camacho scrambles back to his feet.
Camacho is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Hawat.#T4#
Hawat lands with a cross.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hawat swinging wildly here.
Hawat misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Camacho counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Hawat misses with a body shot.
Hawat throws a wild body kick that Camacho sees coming a mile off.
Camacho moves out of range of the body kick.
Camacho was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Camacho ducks under a wild hook from Hawat.
Hawat misses the jab.
Camacho seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Camacho uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Hawat.
Camacho throws a big counter combination but Hawat scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Hawat is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Camacho.
Hawat lands with a shot to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Thufir Hawat showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Thufir Hawat's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Camacho bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Camacho ducks right into an uppercut from Hawat.
Camacho avoids the body shot from Hawat.
Hawat throws a sloppy head kick
and Camacho counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Camacho connects with a good right hand that stumbles Hawat. Hawat circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Hawat waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Camacho.
A little feinted left hand from Camacho on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Hawat lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Hawat lands with a nice body punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hawat dips to his left and cracks Camacho with an uppercut!
Camacho gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Hawat avoids the body shot from Camacho.
Hawat swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T1#
Hawat jabs at Camacho's body.
Hawat misses with a wild combination.
Camacho swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Nice shot lands for Hawat.
A head kick misses from Hawat.
Hawat drops his hands momentarily and Camacho takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #CUT#That has opened up Thufir Hawat's cut even more.
Hawat looks for the body kick but Camacho saw that one coming.
An attempted straight right counter from Camacho misses the target.
Hawat is looking to slow Camacho down with leg kicks.
Hawat throws a head kick that misses.
Hawat throws a right hand that Camacho ducks under and follows up with a left that Camacho also avoids with ease.
Thufir Hawat is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
A cross from Camacho lands.
Hawat connects with a body shot.
Hawat listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hawat throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Camacho counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Hawat throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
It looked like Camacho was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Nice body kick from Hawat.
Camacho moves into range and connects with a jab.
Hawat scores with a nice right hand.
Hawat fails to land with a series of punches.
Camacho swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Hawat lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Hawat fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
#T3#
Hawat scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Hawat throws a head kick that Camacho semi-blocks.
Camacho will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Hawat throws a hook but Camacho blocks it.
Camacho throwing a counter right hand but Hawat manages to avoid it.
Hawat stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Camacho slips a jab from Hawat.
Camacho defending well as Hawat loads up on a big left hand.
Hawat has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A nice leg kick lands there from Hawat.
Hawat scores with a nice strike.
Camacho moves out of range of the body kick.
Hawat with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Hawat misses with a lunging right hand
letting Camacho counter with a right hand. #T4#
Hawat wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Camacho blocks the body kick.
Camacho tried to counter with a leg kick but Hawat avoided it.
Hawat darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Camacho blocks the body kick.
Camacho was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Hawat lets loose with a powerful body kick. Camacho will feel that in the morning.
A looping hook to the body misses from Hawat. Camacho does a little dance to reset his feet.
Camacho was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
A swing and a miss from Hawat.
Camacho ducks under a wild hook from Hawat.
Camacho throwing a counter right hand but Hawat manages to avoid it.
Hawat connects with a good right hand that stumbles Camacho. Camacho circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Hawat throws a hook to the side of Camacho's head but Camacho sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Anthony Camacho has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Camacho on the wrong end of a nice hook.
And that's the end of the fight!
Thufir Hawat comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Hawat has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Arvi Lind scores the fight 27:30
Judge Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 27:30
Judge Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Thufir Hawat!
In his post fight interview, Thufir Hawat started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception. |
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Event:
DMMA 222 Roos vs Widenose
Date: Aug 06, 2023 |
#R1#
Maxwell tries to clinch up.
Maxwell keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Maxwell shoots for a double leg takedown but Hawat sprawls well. He's pushed Maxwell's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Hawat throws a lazy head kick #CL#
and Maxwell holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Maxwell lands with a right to the head. #BC2#
Hawat escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Hawat avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Maxwell fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Hawat avoids it really well and circles away.
Despite the aggression on Hawat's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hawat swats away the attempt to clinch by Maxwell.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Maxwell is defended easily by Hawat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Klinx Maxwell. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Maxwell fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Hawat throws a leg kick that misses.
Maxwell is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Maxwell fails with a takedown attempt.
Hawat was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Maxwell keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Hawat lands a nice looking body kick.#CL#
Maxwell darts in and clinches Hawat up against the cage.
Maxwell takes a shot to the head.
Maxwell lands a shoulder strike.
Hawat's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.#T2#
Maxwell tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Maxwell looking to throw knees to the head but Hawat is blocking nicely.
Hawat blocks an uppercut.
Maxwell tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Hawat is pressed up against the cage. Maxwell has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Hawat down to the mat. Hawat avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Hawat defending well as Maxwell loads up on a big left hand.
Maxwell on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Maxwell shoots for a double leg takedown but Hawat sprawls well. He's pushed Maxwell's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
It seemed like Hawat was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hawat ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Maxwell moves away.
Hawat misses with a straight left.
Nice defenses there by Maxwell.#T3#
Hawat lands a front kick.
Maxwell shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Hawat counters with a stiff right hand.
A head kick misses from Hawat.
Hawat pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
As Hawat tries to get set, Maxwell tries to push him back and clinch up but Hawat manages to avoid the attempt.
Hawat will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
#CL#
Hawat tries to keep at a distance but Maxwell has taken the fight into the clinch.
Maxwell wants a takedown but no success here.
Maxwell makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#T4##BC2#
Hawat breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Hawat throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Hawat circles away from the clinch attempt.
A swing and a miss from Hawat.#CL#
Maxwell clinches.
Hawat blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Maxwell lands with a light punch inside.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hawat blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Maxwell goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Hawat is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Maxwell is keeping busy.
Maxwell misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Hawat.
Hawat taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Thufir Hawat will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Maxwell tries to score a power double leg takedown but Hawat sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Maxwell somewhat.
Hawat looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Hawat looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Maxwell is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Hawat.
Hawat swats away the attempt to clinch by Maxwell.
Klinx Maxwell is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Maxwell lunges at Hawat with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Hawat's hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Maxwell tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Hawat paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Maxwell wants to clinch.#T1#
Hawat with the inside leg kick. #CL#
Maxwell closes the distance and clinches.
Maxwell connects with a knee to the head.
#CUT#It looks like Thufir Hawat has been cut.
Hawat managing to block the knees to the body from Maxwell.
Maxwell is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Hawat is defending well.
Maxwell has Hawat pressed against the cage, preventing Hawat from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Hawat tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Hawat misses with a hook from the clinch.
Maxwell tries a knee to the head but Hawat blocks it.
Maxwell tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Hawat just stands there and leans against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Klinx Maxwell. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T2#
Maxwell stalling in the clinch but Hawat improves position.
Hawat has Maxwell pushed against the cage.
Maxwell tries to pull guard but Hawat forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Hawat tries to throw a body punch but Maxwell avoids it by throwing Hawat back against the cage.
Maxwell tries a body shot but Hawat blocks it.
Hawat fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A short right from Maxwell on the inside.
Maxwell fails to pull guard.
Maxwell works on Hawat's body with a couple of short punches.
Maxwell with a knee to the head.
Maxwell misses with a knee to the head.
A head punch on the inside from Hawat fails to land.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Maxwell with a knee to the head.
#T3#
Maxwell tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Hawat avoids it.
Hawat tries to throw a body punch but Maxwell avoids it by throwing Hawat back against the cage.
Maxwell tries to land a knee to the head but Hawat blocks with his arms.
Hawat controlling the action here for a moment.
With the fighters up against the cage, Maxwell throws an elbow but misses.
Maxwell has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Hawat avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Maxwell throws a knee to the head but misses.
Maxwell looking for a takedown.
Hawat misses with a punch to the body.
#BC2#
Hawat breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Hawat misses with the combination.
#T4#
Maxwell with a poor takedown
and Hawat counters with a left to the body.
Hawat throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.#CL#
Maxwell closes the distance and pushes Hawat back into the cage.
Hawat missing with knees to the body.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Maxwell throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Hawat blocks it with crossed arms.
Maxwell is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Hawat is defending well for now.
Hawat lands a hook that snaps the head of Maxwell backwards.
Maxwell lands a knee to the head.
Maxwell misses with the head strike.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Maxwell is trying to pull guard but Hawat has him pressed against the cage.
Hawat blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Maxwell is looking for a takedown.
Maxwell looking to throw knees to the head but Hawat is blocking nicely.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Klinx Maxwell dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Thufir Hawat's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Maxwell blocks the body kick.
Maxwell seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Maxwell fails in his attempt to clinch.
Hawat misses with a body kick.
Hawat pulls out of a head kick attempt.
#CL#
Maxwell has managed to clinch.
Hawat has had enough of the clinch but Maxwell keeps him there for the moment.
Hawat just leaning against Maxwell, taking a breather.
Maxwell tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
#BC2#
Hawat's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice sprawl there from Hawat as Maxwell shoots in.
A little jabbing left from Hawat on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Hawat buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
A punch combination from Maxwell misses. #T1#
Hawat throws the kick towards the body but Maxwell avoids it.
Maxwell uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Hawat.
Maxwell seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Maxwell.
Hawat is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Maxwell with a body shot.
Maxwell shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Hawat defends it nicely.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Klinx Maxwell. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hawat throws a body shot but no joy. #CL#
Maxwell moves into range and clinches up with Hawat.
Maxwell tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Maxwell pushes off an throws an elbow but Hawat leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Maxwell's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.#T2#
Maxwell lands a knee to the head.
Maxwell misses with a knee strike.
Hawat cracks Maxwell with a nice body shot.
Maxwell misses with an elbow over the top.#BC2#
Hawat breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Hawat avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Hawat throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Maxwell ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Maxwell fails to land the takedown.#T3#
Hawat misses with a body shot.
Maxwell staying out of range there.
Hawat misses with an uppercut. Maxwell saw that one coming.
Maxwell darts in looking for a takedown but Hawat gets double underhooks and turns Maxwell into the cage.
Hawat blocks an elbow strike.
Maxwell wants a takedown.
Maxwell swings wildly with an uppercut but Hawat uses good head movement to avoid it. #BC2#
Hawat breaks from the clinch.
Thufir Hawat is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Maxwell tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Hawat swivels and escapes.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Maxwell is defended easily by Hawat.#T4##CL#
Maxwell takes the fight into the clinch.
Maxwell lands a right hand.
Hawat slows down the pace here.
Hawat prevents the takedown attempt.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hawat has had enough of the clinch but Maxwell keeps him there for the moment.
Maxwell has a couple of punches blocked by Hawat.
Hawat wants to stall.
And that's the end of the fight!
Thufir Hawat comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Hawat has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 28:29
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 28:29
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Thufir Hawat!
Thufir Hawat bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it. |
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Event:
DC 72 Sitsongrit vs Leader
Date: Jul 22, 2023 |
#R1#
Eli swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Eli misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hawat.
Hawat was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Eli misses with a straight right.
Eli connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Hawat's hands.#CUT2#It looks like Thufir Hawat has been cut.
Eli misses with a hook
and Hawat counters with a nice uppercut.
Eli throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Eli throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Hawat counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Eli misses with a straight right.
A quick step to the side and Hawat tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Hawat has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Animal Fight Club in the buildup to the fight.
A cross from Hawat lands.
Hawat displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Eli throws out the jab.
Hawat misses with a body kick.
Hawat walks into a jab.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Eli missing with a left hand there. Hawat was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A counter left hand to the body from Hawat misses its target.
Eli lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
#T1#
Eli checks a low kick from Hawat.
Good work by Hawat as he checks the leg kick.
A little feinted left hand from Hawat on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Eli throws a leg kick
letting Hawat counter with a right hand.
Eli scores with a punch to the head.
Eli tries to work over Hawat's front leg with a kick but Hawat checks it.
Eli scores with a push kick.
Eli misses with an uppercut. Hawat saw that one coming.
A good leg kick by Eli.
Eli looks to land a body kick but Hawat moved away.
Eli lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Eli misses with a hook
enabling Hawat to counter with a crisp jab.
Eli doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Eli tries to bum rush Hawat with a series of wild strikes but Hawat uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hawat takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
#T2#
Hawat slips under a jab.
As Eli backs away, Hawat returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
A slow jab from Eli misses its intended target.
Eli digs a good hook to Hawat's body.
Hawat checks a low kick from Eli.
Eli thows a left - swing and a miss!
Hawat tried to counter with a leg kick but Eli avoided it.
Eli tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Hawat was well out of range. Poor timing from Eli.
Hawat is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Hawat throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Eli sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A shot to the body from Eli misses
and Hawat counters with an inside leg kick.
Eli throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Hawat counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Hawat throws a nice inside leg kick.
Eli misses with a body shot.
Hawat throws a quick counter kick to the body but Eli avoids it.
Tom Eli seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Eli takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Eli just misses with a punch to the body.
#T3#
Eli throws a right and a left that both miss.
It looked like Hawat wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Eli lands with a straight right. Hawat didn't see that one coming.
Nice body kick from Eli.
Eli misses with a double jab
and Hawat counters with a right hand to the body.
Hawat keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Hawat looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Eli throws a body punch but Hawat moves out of range.
Hawat lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Hawat is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Hawat swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#CL#
Hawat moves into the clinch successfully.
A right hook to the body lands for Eli.
Hawat softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#BC2#
Eli pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Eli jabs Hawat to the body, keeping him at a distance.#T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Eli misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hawat.
Eli misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
A little feinted left hand from Hawat on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Eli misses with a hook. Hawat ducked under it nicely.
Eli just misses with a punch to the body.
Hawat moves out of range as Eli strikes.
Hawat was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Eli throws an off balance right hand
and Hawat counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CL#
Hawat fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Eli, pushing him back against the cage.#BC2#
Eli breaks the clinch.
Eli cracks Hawat with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Eli scores with a jab to the body.
Eli looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Eli misses with a right hand
and Hawat counters with a nice uppercut.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Tom Eli dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Thufir Hawat's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Eli gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Hawat cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Hawat throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
A swing and a miss from Hawat.
Eli scores with the left hand. Hawat knows he should have avoided that one.
Eli has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Hawat lands with a nice body punch.
Eli throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A slow jab from Hawat misses its intended target.
Eli rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Hawat counters with a nice body kick.
Eli swings widly with a right hand
and Eli takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hawat misses with a straight left.
Hawat connects with a nice looking jab.
Eli thows a left - swing and a miss!
Eli is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Hawat. #T1#
Hawat connects with a single shot there.
Eli throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Hawat counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Eli lands with an uppercut that bounces Hawat off the cage and back into range.
Hawat ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Eli. Hawat shrugs it off though.
A jab from Hawat misses.
Eli with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Hawat to score with a decent uppercut.
Hawat lands a jab to the head.
Hawat moves into range and connects with a jab.
Eli lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hawat missing with a left hand there. Eli was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Eli throws a predictable looking body shot
and Hawat counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Hawat throws the kick towards the body but Eli avoids it.#T2#
Eli lands with a cross.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Hawat crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Eli - the referee stops the clock and Hawat gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Eli. Hawat manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Eli misses with an uppercut.
A left lands for Eli.
Eli throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Hawat counters with a slapping leg kick.
Eli misses with the combination.
Eli jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Hawat swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Eli takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Hawat throws a big shot that misses.
Hawat is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Eli keeps the fight on the outside.
Hawat misses with a wild body shot. #T3#
Eli throws a looping overhand right but Hawat ducks down to avoid it.
A low kick from Eli is predictable there
letting Hawat counter with a right hand.
Eli jabs Hawat right on the nose. Hawat blinks but takes it well.#CUT2#Thufir Hawat's cut is getting worse.
Eli moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Hawat moves out of range of the strikes.
Hawat takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Eli throws a jab when Hawat was well out of range.
Eli throws a leg kick
and Hawat counters with a body kick that stops Eli in his tracks momentarily.
Eli lands a front kick.
Eli throws the kick towards the body but Hawat avoids it.
Hawat throws a quick inside leg kick.
Hawat takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Eli lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.#T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Eli.
Tom Eli seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Hawat throws a solid leg kick but Eli takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Hawat.
Hawat uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Eli.
Eli connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Hawat's hands.
Eli lands with a nice body punch.
Hawat takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
A quick step to the side and Hawat tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Eli misses with a body kick.
Eli throws a solid leg kick but Hawat takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Eli.
Hawat is looking to counter punch.
Hawat misses with a straight left.
Eli throws a right hand that misses
letting Hawat counter with a right hand.
Eli misses with a shot to the body
and Hawat counters with a head kick.
Eli dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Tom Eli will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Thufir Hawat's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
A looping hook to the body misses from Hawat. Eli does a little dance to reset his feet.
Eli swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Hawat counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Hawat throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Both fighters circling a little - Eli finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Eli with a nice cross.
Eli scores with a jab. Hawat acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Hawat on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Hawat will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Hawat takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Eli thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Hawat if he has to take too many more of those.
Hawat takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Eli looks for the body kick but Hawat saw that one coming.
Hawat was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Hawat on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Eli is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.#T1#
Eli moves out of range of the body kick from Hawat.
Eli throws a poor cross that misses
and Hawat connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Eli just misses with a punch to the body.
Hawat slips under a jab.
Hawat moves out of range of the body kick.
Eli throws a poor cross that misses
and Hawat counters with a leg kick.
Hawat sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Eli avoids the body shot from Hawat.
Hawat takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Eli walks into a straight right hand from Hawat.
Hawat misses with a looping right.
Tom Eli is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Eli throws a hook to the side of Hawat's head but Hawat sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Hawat uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Eli.
Nice straight punches there by Eli. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Eli.
A big left from Eli misses.
Hawat half committed to a counter leg kick.
Hawat looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Eli misses with a body kick.
Eli throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Hawat stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Hawat misses with a wild body shot.
Eli avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Hawat pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Eli has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Eli connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Eli lets loose with a powerful body kick. Hawat will feel that in the morning.
Thufir Hawat has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Hawat takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Eli avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Hawat displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Eli throws out the jab.
Hawat takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Eli swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Hawat misses with a leg kick.
Hawat scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Eli doesn't seem bothered though.
Eli lands a front kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Eli. Hawat does a little dance to reset his feet.
Hawat fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Eli manages to avoid it.
Hawat throws a combination that misses
and Eli counters with a nice body shot.
Eli misses with a hook. Hawat ducked under it nicely. #T4#
Hawat moves out of range of the body kick from Eli.
Eli scores with a nice body kick.
Hawat slips under a jab from Eli.
Hawat throws the left hand but Eli avoids the punch easily.
Eli lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Hawat scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Eli takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Eli takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Eli scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Eli's corner calls for a 1-2. Eli obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Some wild striking there from Eli.
And that's the end of the fight!
Tom Eli comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Eli winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Arvi Lind scores the fight 28:29
Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight 28:30
Judge Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Tom Eli! |
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Event:
DMMA 207 Doomsday vs Costeau
Date: Jun 25, 2023 |
#R1#
A jab lands there for Graves.
Graves cracks Hawat with a right hand to the side of the head.
Hawat has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.#CL#
Graves darts in and clinches Hawat up against the cage.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Hawat.
Graves presses Hawat against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Hawat avoiding damage as Graves throws knees to the body.
A body shot lands from Graves.
Hawat blocks a body shot from Graves.
Graves tries to work over Hawat's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Graves digs a right hand into Hawat's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Hawat's gas tank.
Graves prevents a body shot from Hawat.
Graves scores with a shot to the side of Hawat's head.
Graves misses with the head strike.
Graves presses Hawat against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.#BC#
Graves manages to break the clinch.
Graves scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Hawat doesn't seem bothered though.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Graves paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Graves looking to land some kicks to the body here.
#TD#
Graves looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.#T1#
Graves looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Hawat with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Hawat wants to control but Graves is keeping busy.
Graves keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Graves wants to control but Hawat is keeping him busy.
Hawat keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Graves lands with a punch from half guard.
Graves takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Graves drops an elbow to the side of Hawat's head.
Graves looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Hawat with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #T2#
Graves looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hawat is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Graves scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Hawat blocking the ground and pound attempt from Graves.
Graves is pressing down on Hawat's thigh, looking to free his foot. Hawat is holding on for now.
Graves is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Graves sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Hawat defending well though. #T3#
Hawat is concentrating on defense, preventing Graves from advancing position.
Graves takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Hawat is trying to control but can't.
Graves passes into side control, despite Hawat's attempt to control the position.
Hawat is not content to let Graves control the position.
Graves fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Graves scores with a couple of short elbows.#T4#
The ground and pound from Graves seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Hawat is trying to get back to half guard.
Graves working the head with strikes.
Graves throwing ground and pound but whilst doing so, he forgets to control position and Hawat works his way back to half guard. Good composure under pressure.
Graves is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Graves not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Graves not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Hawat is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Terrance Graves dominated that round.
That's time! Graves's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Hawat takes one on the chin but seems OK.
#TD#
Graves shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Hawat's guard.
Graves wants to control from the top but Hawat keeps moving.
Graves postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Graves keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Hawat's head.
Graves is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Graves throws a big right hand that misses.
Graves looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Graves's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #T1#
Graves missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Hawat trying to control the position.
Graves is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Hawat looking to hit a scissor sweep but Graves is one step ahead there.
Graves trying to control but Hawat is working from the bottom.
Hawat is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#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.
Graves makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Hawat preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Graves slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Graves lands a couple of elbows.
Graves throws a big elbow that misses.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Graves accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Graves looking to sit in guard and control but Hawat gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB##T3#
Hawat trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Graves pulls Hawat in to control the position.
Hawat controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Hawat won't allow Graves to sweep him here.
Graves manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Hawat manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Graves sitting in guard here, content to control.
Graves trying to control the position from guard on top but Hawat is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Graves with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Graves controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Graves passes Hawat's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Hawat wants to improve his position but Graves is controlling well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hawat wants to control but Graves is keeping busy.
Graves looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Terrance Graves dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3##TD#
Graves scores with a takedown into Hawat's guard.
Graves showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Graves advances position into side control!
Graves is chipping away with strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Graves wants to control but Hawat is keeping him busy.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Hawat is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Graves off and has taken his back!
Graves has his hands over his head blocking the strikes from Hawat.
Graves tries to escape the position.
Hawat trying to control.
Hawat avoiding Graves 's attempts to control his hands.
Terrance Graves is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Graves is really stuck here.
Graves surviving as best he can, preventing damage.
Hawat controlling the position well here. Graves rolled but Hawat kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Thufir Hawat has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Hawat's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Graves rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Graves is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Hawat's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Hawat's back!#T4#
Hawat can't escape the position.
Graves has good solid back control here.
Graves gets his hands free as Hawat looks to control.
Hawat is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Graves.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Graves's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
And that's the end of the fight!
Terrance Graves showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Graves 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 Ren Mimura scores the fight 30:27
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Terrance Graves!
After winning the bout, Terrance Graves thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
DMMA 197 Vilkas vs Ubereem
Date: May 27, 2023 |
#R1#
Hawat wants to clinch up but Schotel keeps it at a distance.
Dag Schotel seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Schotel scores with a jab to the jaw.
Schotel ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hawat moves away.
Hawat is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Hawat throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
The fighters circle momentarily. Schotel darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Schotel tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Hawat was well out of range. Poor timing from Schotel.
Schotel lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Hawat misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Schotel.
Hawat misses with a lunging right hand
and Schotel counters with a left to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Schotel scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Schotel throws a jab when Hawat was well out of range.
Hawat lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Hawat has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Schotel needs to keep his hands up - Hawat had a free shot at his head there.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hawat tries a head kick but it misses.
#T1#
Schotel misses with a takedown attempt
and Hawat counters with a stiff right hand.
Schotel keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Hawat.
Hawat takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Schotel's corner calls for a 1-2. Schotel obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Schotel fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Schotel steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Hawat.
Schotel misses with a hook to the body
and Hawat makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Schotel really felt that one!
Schotel scores with a jab to the body.
Schotel uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Hawat.
Schotel looks to score with a jab to the body but Hawat is just out of range.
Hawat is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Schotel misses with a hook. Hawat ducked under it nicely.
Thufir Hawat is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Schotel ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#T2#
Hawat steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Schotel.
Hawat throwing a counter right hand but Schotel manages to avoid it.
Schotel scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Hawat doesn't seem bothered though.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Schotel uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Schotel shoots in for a takedown but Hawat shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Thufir Hawat has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dag Schotel.
Schotel scores with a jab. Hawat acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Schotel misses with a looping right.
Hawat misses with a low kick.
Schotel lands a lovely overhand right.
Schotel tests Hawat's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Schotel dips to his left and cracks Hawat with an uppercut!#T3#
Hawat loads up on a big right hand but Schotel slips the punch.
Hawat takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Schotel scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Hawat doesn't seem bothered though.
Schotel shoots in for a takedown but Hawat shows good takedown defense.
A telegraphed right hand from Hawat misses the target.
Hawat misses with a body kick.
Nice uppercut there from Schotel.
Schotel ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hawat moves away.
Hawat throws a quick counter head kick but Schotel was just out of range.
Schotel fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Hawat on the side of the head.
Hawat takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Schotel avoids the head kick by Hawat.
A swing and a miss from Hawat.#T4#
Schotel stuns Hawat with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Schotel keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Schotel lands a body shot.
Schotel avoids the head kick by Hawat.
Schotel is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Hawat rather than just go for the knockout.
Schotel fails with a takedown attempt.
Hawat walks into a left hand. #TD2#
Schotel shoots in and bounces Hawat off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Schotel with a flurry of punches that miss.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Dag Schotel dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Schotel cracks Hawat with a good jab.
Schotel has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Hawat takes a jab right on the kisser.
Hawat chopping away at his opponent's legs.
A swing and a miss from Schotel.
Hawat gets cracked there but stands up to it.
#CUT2#It looks like Thufir Hawat has been cut.
Schotel connects with a jab.
Hawat misses with a hook.
Schotel swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
And Hawat counters with a quick kick to the body but Schotel blocks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hawat misses with an uppercut. Schotel saw that one coming.
Hawat keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Hawat is looking to counter punch.
Schotel cracks Hawat with a good jab.
Schotel is trying hard to land a takedown here. Hawat sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. #T1#
Schotel tests Hawat's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Nice uppercut lands for Schotel. That snapped Hawat's head back.
Hawat throws a head kick but Schotel moves out of range.
Schotel scores with a jab to the body.
Hawat displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Schotel throws out the jab.
Hawat misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Schotel throws out a counter right but Hawat avoids it with no problem.
Hawat takes one to the side of the head.
Schotel misses the jab.
Hawat pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Hawat looks to throw the jab but Schotel is out of range.
Schotel scores with a decent looking hook.
Hawat looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.#T2#
A jab lands there for Hawat.
Schotel tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Hawat defends well and Schotel ends up having to push Hawat into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Schotel swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Hawat fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Schotel manages to avoid it.
Schotel changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Hawat moves out of range as Schotel strikes.
Schotel looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Thufir Hawat has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dag Schotel.
Schotel lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Hawat at a distance.
Schotel with a lazy takedown attempt
and Hawat counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T3#
A left lands for Schotel.
Hawat takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Hawat pivots, looking for a leg kick but Schotel is out of range and Hawat settles back down.
Nice shot by Schotel.
Schotel scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
A looping hook to the body misses from Hawat. Schotel does a little dance to reset his feet.
Schotel lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Schotel lands a right hook to the body.
Hawat takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Hawat takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
The crowd cheers as Schotel lands an impressive looking overhand right. Hawat doesn't seem phased though.#T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#TD2#
Schotel feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Hawat is pulling down on Schotel's head. It's preventing any offense from Schotel, at least for the moment.
Schotel with a flurry of punches that miss.
Schotel has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Schotel cracks Hawat with a solid left hand.
Schotel scoring with punches to the head and body.
Schotel throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Hawat not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Schotel makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Schotel landing with the ground and pound.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Dag Schotel showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Thufir Hawat's cut.
That's time! Hawat's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3##TD2#
Schotel drives through with a takedown into guard.
Schotel trying to control the position from guard on top but Hawat is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Schotel working his ground and pound in the gym.
Schotel working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Hawat's head.
Schotel stopping the sweep attempt from Hawat.
Hawat seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Schotel looking to pass the guard.
Schotel is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #T1#
Schotel wants to control from the top but Hawat keeps moving.
Hawat working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Schotel.
Hawat is trying to keep Schotel in close.
Hawat is pulling down on Schotel's head. It's preventing any offense from Schotel, at least for the moment.
Schotel stands and throws Hawat's legs to the side, diving into side control. #SUB2#
Schotel is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Hawat knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Hawat tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Hawat is in a bad spot here and he knows it... just holding on for now.
Hawat is not content to let Schotel control the position.
Schotel in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Thufir Hawat has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Schotel is putting a hurting on Hawat here, landing some big shots from side control.
Schotel working the ground and pound from side control.
You can see the frustration on Hawat's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Hawat is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Schotel postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Schotel lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Hawat tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Dag Schotel is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T4#
Hawat manages to work his way to half guard, despite Schotel's best efforts.
Schotel is looking to pass Hawat's guard but actually Hawat recovers to full guard.
Schotel scoring with punches to the head and body.
Schotel trying to control but Hawat is working from the bottom.
Hawat wants to sweep but no luck.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Schotel working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #SUB#
Hawat escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Schotel gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
And that's the end of the fight!
Dag Schotel comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Schotel has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dag Schotel!
Our winner, Dag Schotel, 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:
DMMA 188 Roos Vs Kaupens
Date: Apr 26, 2023 |
#R1#
Hawat circles away from the clinch attempt.
Hawat tried to counter with a leg kick but Maxwell avoided it.#CL2#
Maxwell clinches up against the cage.
Maxwell missing with knees to the body.
Maxwell tries to land knees in the clinch but Hawat avoids the damage to the body.
Hawat with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Maxwell throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Hawat blocks it with crossed arms.
Maxwell lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Maxwell lands a knee to the head.
#CUT2#It looks like Thufir Hawat has been cut.
Maxwell misses with a knee to the head.
Hawat stalling the fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Maxwell tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Hawat avoids it.
Maxwell scores with a knee to the head.
Maxwell swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Hawat pressing his opponent against the cage. #T1#
Maxwell tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Knees to the body from Maxwell.
Maxwell swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Maxwell lands a left hand that snaps the head of Hawat backwards.
Maxwell looking to throw knees to the head but Hawat is blocking nicely.
Hawat blocks an elbow strike.
Maxwell looking to throw knees to the head but Hawat is blocking nicely.
#BC#
Hawat escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Maxwell closes the distance looking to clinch
and Hawat counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T2#
Maxwell tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Hawat makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Maxwell tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Hawat manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Hawat has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Animal Fight Club in the buildup to the fight.
Hawat throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Maxwell tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Hawat paws at him with a jab and circles away.
As Maxwell looks to move away, Hawat throws a big counter combo but Maxwell just gets out of the way.
Maxwell tries to clinch but Hawat is having none of it.
Hawat is looking for a counter combo.
Maxwell is looking to clinch but Hawat is avoiding it.
#CL2#
Maxwell closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Maxwell with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hawat tries to circle away but Maxwell has him pinned against the cage.
Hawat looking to slow down the pace here.
Maxwell looking to throw knees to the head but Hawat is blocking nicely.
#T3#
Maxwell misses with a knee strike.
Maxwell trying to land knees to the body.
Maxwell tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Maxwell with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Maxwell misses with an elbow strike.
#BC#
Hawat escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Maxwell wants to clinch up but Hawat keeps it at a distance.
Maxwell closes the distance but Hawat moves to the side
and Hawat counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Klinx Maxwell seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Maxwell tries to clinch up but Hawat circles away and keeps his distance.
An attempted straight right counter from Hawat misses the target.#CL2#
Maxwell gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Maxwell misses with a knee strike.
#T4#
Hawat avoids a wild elbow strike from Maxwell.
Hawat blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Maxwell lands a hook that snaps the head of Hawat backwards.
Maxwell tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Maxwell tries a knee to the head but Hawat blocks it.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Hawat.
Maxwell looking to throw knees to the head but Hawat is blocking nicely.
Maxwell tries a knee to the head but Hawat blocks it.
Hawat slowing the pace effectively.
Knees to the body from Maxwell.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hawat's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Maxwell lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Maxwell looking to throw knees to the head but Hawat is blocking nicely.
Maxwell displaying some good clinch control by pressing Hawat up against the cage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Klinx Maxwell dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Thufir Hawat's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Maxwell tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Hawat counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Hawat scores with a punch to the head.
Maxwell wants to clinch up but Hawat keeps it at a distance.
Hawat was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Maxwell fails with an attempt to clinch.
Hawat swats away the attempt to clinch by Maxwell.
Hawat throwing a counter right hand but Maxwell manages to avoid it.
Maxwell has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Hawat circles away from the clinch attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Maxwell doesn't manage to clinch there - Hawat circles away.
Hawat seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Hawat scores with a jab to the head.
Maxwell tries to close the distance and clinch but Hawat swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Maxwell is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T1#
Maxwell tries to clinch there but Hawat circles away.
Hawat circles away from the clinch attempt.
Hawat fires out a quick counter leg kick but Maxwell just manages to avoid it.
Hawat throws a big shot that misses.
Hawat keeps the fight on the outside.
Maxwell tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Hawat manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
A little feinted left hand from Hawat on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Maxwell closes the distance but Hawat moves to the side
and Hawat counters with a nice uppercut.
Maxwell tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
The fight stays on the outside here - Maxwell looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Maxwell tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Maxwell tries to clinch but Hawat moves out of range. #T2#
Hawat throws a jab but it's blocked by Maxwell.
Maxwell tries to clinch but Hawat is having none of it.
Klinx Maxwell is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
The fight stays on the outside here - Maxwell looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Hawat swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Maxwell tries to clinch but Hawat moves out of range.
Maxwell tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Hawat manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Hawat is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Hawat turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Maxwell lands a head shot.
Maxwell wants to clinch but Hawat slips to the side
and Hawat counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Maxwell tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Hawat connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T3#
Hawat throws a lazy right hand but Maxwell sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Maxwell closes the distance but Hawat moves to the side
and Hawat counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Maxwell darts in trying to clinch
and Hawat counters with a stiff right hand. #CL2#
Maxwell clinches up against the cage.
Maxwell tries to land knees in the clinch but Hawat avoids the damage to the body.
Maxwell with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Maxwell misses with an elbow over the top.
Maxwell lands a left hand that snaps the head of Hawat backwards. #BC#
Hawat escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#T4#
Maxwell wants to clinch up but Hawat keeps it at a distance.
Maxwell tries to clinch but Hawat is having none of it.
It looked like Hawat wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Hawat thuds his right hand into Maxwell's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Maxwell fails with an attempt to clinch.
Maxwell moves to clinch but Hawat breaks away
letting Hawat counter with a right hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hawat throws a jab when Maxwell was well out of range.
Maxwell bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Maxwell tries to clinch
and Hawat cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Maxwell wants to clinch but Hawat slips to the side
and Hawat counters with a straight right hand.
Maxwell tries to clinch up but Hawat circles away and keeps his distance.
Maxwell is looking to clinch but Hawat is avoiding it.
Hawat feinted there with a counter leg kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Thufir Hawat dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Thufir Hawat's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Maxwell tries to clinch up.
Hawat is looking to counter punch.#CL2#
Maxwell rushes Hawat and presses him up against the cage.
Hawat just leaning against Maxwell, taking a breather.
Maxwell with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Maxwell tries a knee to the head but Hawat blocks it.
Klinx Maxwell seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Hawat is trying to break free.
Hawat taking a breather.
Maxwell tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Maxwell pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Maxwell tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Hawat avoids a wild elbow strike from Maxwell.
Maxwell misses with a knee strike.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Hawat.#T1#
Maxwell looking to throw knees to the head but Hawat is blocking nicely.
Maxwell throws a knee to the head but misses.
Maxwell lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Hawat is trying to break free.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Maxwell takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Hawat wants to get back to striking at distance but Maxwell won't allow it.
Maxwell misses with a knee to the head.
Maxwell is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Maxwell tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Hawat prevents a body shot from Maxwell. #T2#
Hawat takes a knee right on the jaw!
Maxwell misses with a knee to the head. #BC#
Hawat breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Hawat jabs Maxwell right on the nose. Maxwell blinks but takes it well.
Maxwell takes one on the chin but seems OK.
#CL2#
Maxwell has taken the fight to the clinch.
Maxwell tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Hawat avoids it.#BC#
Hawat breaks the clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hawat scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Hawat lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
The fight stays on the outside here - Maxwell looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Hawat throws a hook but Maxwell blocks it.#T3#
Maxwell tries to clinch but Hawat moves away
and Hawat cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Maxwell tries to close the distance and clinch but Hawat swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Hawat looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Maxwell wants to clinch.
A counter left hand to the body from Hawat misses its target.
Maxwell tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Hawat connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Maxwell tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Hawat counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Maxwell wants to clinch.
It appears Hawat was looking to counter with a kick there.#T4#
Hawat misses with a head kick.
A slow jab from Hawat misses its intended target.
Maxwell is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Thufir Hawat is winning the standup battle so far.
Hawat swats away the attempt to clinch by Maxwell.
Hawat throws a body shot but no joy.
Maxwell tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Hawat paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Maxwell is looking to clinch.
Maxwell tries to clinch but Hawat is having none of it.
Hawat misses with an uppercut. Maxwell saw that one coming.
And that's the end of the fight!
Thufir Hawat showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Hawat 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 Andrew Berry scores the fight 29:28
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 29:28
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Thufir Hawat!
After the fight, Thufir Hawat 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:
DMMA 179 Roos vs Johnson
Date: Mar 25, 2023 |
#R1#
Khrapov Jr swings away with a body shot that misses
and Hawat counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Some wild striking there from Khrapov Jr.
It looked like Hawat was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Khrapov Jr.
Khrapov Jr moves into range and connects with a jab.
Khrapov Jr lands with an uppercut that bounces Hawat off the cage and back into range.
Hawat has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.#TD2#
Hawat gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Hawat wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Hawat avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Khrapov Jr's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Khrapov Jr throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Hawat works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Hawat is trying to keep Khrapov Jr in close.
#T1#
Khrapov Jr with a flurry of punches that miss.
Hawat wants to sweep here but Khrapov Jr controlling him for the moment.
Hawat avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Khrapov Jr trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Khrapov Jr wants to control from the top but Hawat keeps moving.
Khrapov Jr stands up over Hawat, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Khrapov Jr throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Hawat works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Hawat keeping moving, preventing Khrapov Jr from controlling successfully.
Khrapov Jr stands up over Hawat, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #T2#
Hawat is trying to hold Khrapov Jr in close to prevent damage but Khrapov Jr has managed to pass into half guard.
Khrapov Jr stops Hawat from getting back to his feet.
Khrapov Jr thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Hawat's head.
Khrapov Jr scores with a couple of good hammerfists.#CUT2#It looks like Thufir Hawat has been cut.
Hawat trying to control but Khrapov Jr postures up.
Khrapov Jr prevents Hawat from improving his position.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Khrapov Jr working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Khrapov Jr winds up and cracks Hawat with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Khrapov Jr is nestled in close to Hawat, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.#T3#
Khrapov Jr working over Hawat with some ground and pound. Hawat looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Khrapov Jr misses with a head shot. Hawat uses the momentum to regain guard.
Khrapov Jr stopping the sweep attempt from Hawat.
Khrapov Jr postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Hawat is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Hawat postures up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hawat won't allow Khrapov Jr to sweep him here. #T4#
Khrapov Jr is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Khrapov Jr has Hawat pulled in close to control his posture.
Hawat stopping the sweep attempt from Khrapov Jr.
Hawat has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Khrapov Jr is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hawat is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#CL2#
Khrapov Jr clinches with his opponent.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Vasily Khrapov Jr dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Thufir Hawat'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.#R2#
Khrapov Jr works the jab nicely.
Khrapov Jr needs to keep his hands up - Hawat had a free shot at his head there.#CUT#It looks like Vasily Khrapov Jr has been cut.
Sloppy strikes from Khrapov Jr. Those never looked like landing.
Hawat throws an ugly left hook that misses
enabling Khrapov Jr to counter with a crisp jab.
Hawat throws an off balance right hand
letting Khrapov Jr counter with a right hand.
Khrapov Jr lands a nice shot to the body.
Khrapov Jr throws a combination that misses
and Hawat counters with a left to the body.
Khrapov Jr misses with a body shot.
A jab lands there for Khrapov Jr.
Nice sprawl there from Hawat as Khrapov Jr shoots in.
Khrapov Jr defending well as Hawat loads up on a big left hand.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Khrapov Jr! But no joy.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hawat rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Khrapov Jr moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#T1#
Hawat finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Vasily Khrapov Jr seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hawat misses the body punch
enabling Khrapov Jr to counter with a crisp jab.
A punch combination from Hawat misses.
Hawat keeps the fight on the outside.
A swing and a miss from Khrapov Jr.
Khrapov Jr waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Hawat.
A looping hook to the body misses from Khrapov Jr. Hawat does a little dance to reset his feet.
Khrapov Jr works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Nice body punch from Hawat.
Khrapov Jr throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Hawat sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Hawat swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Hawat keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
An attempted straight right counter from Hawat misses the target.
Vasily Khrapov Jr seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T2#
Good shot there by Khrapov Jr.
Khrapov Jr cracks Hawat with a right hand to the side of the head.
Hawat walks into a jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nice defenses there by Hawat.
Hawat is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Khrapov Jr looks to score with a jab to the body but Hawat is just out of range.
Hawat jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Hawat walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Hawat throws a leg kick
and Khrapov Jr counters with a two punch combo.
Hawat throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Khrapov Jr steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Hawat.
Hawat takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Khrapov Jr scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Khrapov Jr staying out of range there.
Hawat uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Khrapov Jr.#T3#
Hawat looks to land a body kick but Khrapov Jr moved away.
Khrapov Jr shoots for a takedown but Hawat saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Khrapov Jr misses with a hook. Hawat ducked under it nicely.
Khrapov Jr tries to clinch but Hawat is having none of it.
Khrapov Jr fails with an attempt to clinch.
Khrapov Jr ducks under a wild hook from Hawat.
Khrapov Jr swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Hawat counters with a straight right hand.
Khrapov Jr ducks under a wild hook from Hawat.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Khrapov Jr checks a leg kick.
Khrapov Jr misses the shot to the body. #CL2#
Khrapov Jr closes the distance and pushes Hawat back into the cage.#T4#
Khrapov Jr tries to break the clinch but Hawat is controlling the position.
Khrapov Jr goes for a takedown in the clinch but Hawat prevents it.
Thufir Hawat has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Vasily Khrapov Jr.
Khrapov Jr goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
#BC2#
Khrapov Jr breaks the clinch.
Khrapov Jr slips under a jab from Hawat.
Hawat connects with the punch.#TD2#
Hawat tries to sprawl but Khrapov Jr drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Khrapov Jr has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Khrapov Jr is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Hawat has hold of Khrapov Jr's hands but Khrapov Jr slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Hawat trying to control but Khrapov Jr postures up.
Hawat is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Vasily Khrapov Jr showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3##CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Khrapov Jr wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Hawat has him pressed against the cage.
Khrapov Jr throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.#BC#
Hawat breaks from the clinch.
Khrapov Jr is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Hawat. #CL2#
Khrapov Jr moves into the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hawat blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Hawat blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Khrapov Jr is working Hawat over against the cage.
Khrapov Jr scores with an uppercut up the middle.#T1#
Khrapov Jr lands a left hand that snaps the head of Hawat backwards.
Hawat gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Khrapov Jr.
Khrapov Jr pushes Hawat back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Khrapov Jr doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Khrapov Jr misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Khrapov Jr lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Hawat or not.
Khrapov Jr tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Hawat's elbow.
Khrapov Jr goes for a takedown in the clinch but Hawat prevents it.
Khrapov Jr tries to throw a body punch but Hawat avoids it by throwing Khrapov Jr back against the cage. #T2#
Khrapov Jr leaning his opponent against the cage.
Khrapov Jr pushes Hawat back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Khrapov Jr manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Hawat looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Khrapov Jr slowing the pace effectively.
Khrapov Jr avoiding damage.
The crowd are getting on Khrapov Jr's back here. They're not happy about his lack of aggression in the clinch.
Khrapov Jr has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Hawat after a bit of a struggle.
Thufir Hawat has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Vasily Khrapov Jr is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Thufir Hawat has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Vasily Khrapov Jr.#T3#
Hawat prevents Khrapov Jr from breaking the clinch.
Hawat tries a body shot but Khrapov Jr blocks it.
Hawat tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Khrapov Jr goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Khrapov Jr.
Khrapov Jr tries for a takedown. No joy.
Hawat is trying to break free.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Hawat is trying to push Khrapov Jr away but Khrapov Jr has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Khrapov Jr lands a left hand that snaps the head of Hawat backwards.
Hawat tries to circle away but Khrapov Jr has him pinned against the cage.
Hawat wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Khrapov Jr has him pressed against the cage.
Hawat tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Hawat.
Khrapov Jr has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A right hand to the body from Khrapov Jr.
And that's the end of the fight!
Vasily Khrapov Jr comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Khrapov Jr has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Vasily Khrapov Jr! |
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Event:
DMMA 171 Kersikov vs Pinks 2
Date: Mar 01, 2023 |
#R1#
Badges defending well as Hawat loads up on a big left hand.
Badges is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Hawat with a body shot.
Badges has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Badges throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Badges ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hawat moves away.
Hawat has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
A combination from Badges does no damage.
Hawat swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Needno Badges seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Badges pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Badges wants to clinch but Hawat slips to the side
and Hawat counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Badges thinking.
A swing and a miss from Badges.
It looked like Hawat wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Badges throws out a powerful jab.#CUT2#It looks like Thufir Hawat has been cut.
Badges lands with an overhand left.
Nice jab there from Badges.
Badges falls off balance throwing a combination
and Hawat counters with a stiff right hand. #T1#
Hawat throws a looping overhand right but Badges ducks down to avoid it.
Badges now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Hawat throws out a powerful jab.#CUT#It looks like Needno Badges has been cut.
Hawat on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Badges sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Hawat scores with the left hand. Badges knows he should have avoided that one.
Badges avoids the body shot from Hawat.
Badges throws out a loose jab but Hawat uses good head movement to avoid it.
Hawat feinted there with a counter leg kick.
A jab from Badges misses.
Hawat was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.#T2#
Badges ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hawat moves away.
A quick step to the side and Hawat tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Hawat uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Badges.
It looked like Hawat wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Hawat fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Badges manages to avoid it.
Badges misses with a wild body shot.
Hawat connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.#CL2#
Badges darts in and clinches Hawat up against the cage.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Badges tries to land a knee to the head but Hawat blocks with his arms.
Badges lands a shoulder strike. #BC2#
Badges breaks from the clinch.
#KD#
Hawat cracks Badges with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Badges looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Hawat finish him?
#ROC#Badges is rocked!
Badges scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Badges is still on wobbly legs! Can Hawat finish him?#T3#
Hawat fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Badges is out of range.
Badges is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Hawat.
Hawat swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Badges throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
As Badges backs away, Hawat returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Badges seems to have recovered his senses.
Hawat drops a shoulder and throws a monster hook that connects perfectly to the side of Badges's head, knocking him out cold! Hawat is extatic as he celebrates with his cornermen.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:17 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Thufir Hawat!
After the fight, Thufir Hawat 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:
DMMA Wednesday Warfare 2
Date: Jan 25, 2023 |
#R1#
Hawat turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Maitonaama takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
#TD2#
Maitonaama shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Maitonaama showed some decent athleticism there. #SUB2#
Maitonaama wants to work for an arm triangle but Hawat is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB2#
Maitonaama is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Hawat defends it well.
Hawat has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Maitonaama missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Maitonaama working Hawat over with strikes.
Maitonaama is trying to control. Hawat wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hawat avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Maitonaama.
Hawat keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount. #SUB2#
Maitonaama is actively looking for submissions here but good counter grappling here from Hawat as he works his way to full guard.
#T1#
Hawat keeping moving, preventing Maitonaama from controlling successfully.
Maitonaama might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Hawat haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Maitonaama landing with the ground and pound.
Maitonaama throwing strikes from guard but Hawat blocks nicely.
Maitonaama with a flurry of punches that miss. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Maitonaama landing some decent shots from guard.
Hawat is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Maitonaama looking to pass the guard.
Maitonaama missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Maitonaama throws a big elbow that misses.
Maitonaama trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hawat looking for a sweep. Not yet Hawat, not yet.
Maitonaama passes Hawat's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Maitonaama throwing shots but Hawat is blocking nicely.
Hawat is not content to let Maitonaama control the position.#T3#
Maitonaama looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Hawat wants to control but Maitonaama is keeping busy.
Maitonaama content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #SUB2#
Maitonaama is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Hawat defends it well.
Hawat blocking the ground and pound attempt from Maitonaama. #SUB2#
Maitonaama 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#
Maitonaama is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Hawat is just riding it out for now. Maitonaama eventually gives up the hold. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Hawat is looking to control Maitonaama's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Hawat avoid being mounted?
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Maitonaama wants to pass to mount but Hawat is defending the position.
Maitonaama trying to control the action but Hawat is working from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Aslak Maitonaama dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Hawat lands a jab to the nose.
Thufir Hawat seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hawat pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A head kick by Hawat misses #TD2#
and Maitonaama counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Maitonaama trying to control the position from guard on top but Hawat is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hawat is pulling down on Maitonaama's head to control his posture. #SUB2#
Maitonaama drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Hawat manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Maitonaama has Hawat in his guard.#REVR#
Maitonaama wants to sweep but no luck. #T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Maitonaama trying to control the position.
#SUB2#
Maitonaama looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Hawat postures up.
#SUB2#
Maitonaama has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Hawat can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Hawat wants to pass the guard but Maitonaama is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Maitonaama working for submissions but it's allowed Hawat to get to half guard.
Maitonaama makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Maitonaama.#T2#
Maitonaama wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB2#
Maitonaama is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Hawat frees his head nicely. Oh but Maitonaama has switched to an armbar! Hawat is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:40 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Aslak Maitonaama!
Aslak Maitonaama decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way. |
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Event:
DMMA 154 Panda vs Viikinki
Date: Nov 26, 2022 |
#R1#
Brooks comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
A solid leg kick lands there for Hawat.
Brooks ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hawat moves away.
Brooks throws a head kick that misses.
Brooks tries a head kick but it misses.
Brooks throws a leg kick
letting Hawat counter with a right hand.
Eric Brooks seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Brooks tries a head kick but it misses.
Nice uppercut lands for Brooks. That snapped Hawat's head back.
Hawat slips under a jab from Brooks.
Brooks backing away here, and Hawat unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Brooks avoids the head kick by Hawat.
Brooks keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Hawat blocks a leg kick.
Some bone on bone action there as Hawat checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Hawat chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Brooks can pounce on him.
Brooks scores with a hook to the body. Hawat takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Hawat has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Brooks.#T1##CL#
Brooks rushes Hawat and presses him up against the cage.#BC2#
Hawat manages to break the clinch.
Hawat tries a head kick but it misses.
A thudding body kick lands there by Hawat!
A nice leg kick lands there from Brooks.
Hawat throws a leg kick but Brooks moved away.
Hawat throws a nice outside leg kick.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Hawat checks a leg kick.
Brooks tries a head kick but it misses.
Hawat tries to land a body kick
and Brooks counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Brooks lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Hawat has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Hawat and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Hawat feints a counter leg kick.
Brooks definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Brooks works the jab nicely.
Hawat throws out a loose jab but Brooks uses good head movement to avoid it.
Brooks will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
#T2#
Brooks pivots, looking for a leg kick but Hawat is out of range and Brooks settles back down.
Brooks turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Brooks throws a jab but it's blocked by Hawat.
It seemed like Hawat was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Brooks throws a right hand that misses
and Brooks takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Hawat throws a leg kick but Brooks moved away.
Brooks throws a quick inside leg kick.
Hawat avoids the head kick by Brooks.
Hawat appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Brooks shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Brooks connects with a looping right hand.
Hawat takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
A kick lands to the mid section there for Brooks.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Hawat.
Brooks throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Hawat.
Hawat throws a leg kick but Brooks moved away.#T3#
Decent striking displayed by Brooks there.
Brooks looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
A slow jab from Brooks misses its intended target.
A telegraphed right hand from Brooks misses the target.
Brooks throws a head kick that misses
and Hawat counters with a nice leg kick.
Brooks misses with a body kick.
Hawat steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Brooks throws a leg kick
and Hawat counters with a straight right hand.
Brooks feints and then cracks Hawat's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Hawat down.
Brooks misses with a head kick.
Brooks lunges at Hawat with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Hawat's hand.
Brooks blocks a head kick by Hawat.
Hawat scores with a head kick. Brooks tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Brooks clobbers Hawat with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Brooks thows a leg kick but Hawat checks it
and Hawat counters with a kick to the head that grazes his opponent. Brooks is lucky that one didn't land flush.
Hawat staying out of range there.#CL#
Brooks rushes Hawat and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Brooks scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Brooks lands with a light punch inside.
Brooks throws a punch but it's blocked by Hawat.
Hawat lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A nice left hand lands by Brooks.
Brooks drops down looking for an ankle pick but Hawat pulls his leg out and moves away.
A nice leg kick lands there from Brooks.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Hawat throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Brooks avoids a kick to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Eric Brooks dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Hawat doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Brooks doesn't manage to clinch there - Hawat circles away.
Brooks lands with a good body shot.
Hawat checks a leg kick.
Brooks misses with a low kick.
Brooks connects with a single shot there.
No joy there for Hawat, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Nice shot lands for Brooks.
Brooks with the inside leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brooks wants to slow Hawat down by chopping away at his legs.
Hawat tries to move into range but Brooks moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Brooks throws a lazy head kick
and Hawat counters with a leg kick.
Brooks attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Hawat looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Brooks pulls out of a head kick attempt.
#T1#
Brooks throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Brooks connects with a single shot there.
Brooks misses the shot to the body.
Hawat misses with a looping right.
Hawat misses with a body kick.
Hawat moves out of range as Brooks strikes.
Brooks is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Hawat can do to turn this around?
Hawat throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Brooks cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Hawat takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.#CUT#It looks like Thufir Hawat has been cut.
Hawat misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Brooks takes a swing at Hawat's ribcage but misses.
Hawat's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Brooks scores with a push kick.
Brooks throws a sloppy head kick
and Hawat counters with a nice body kick.
Hawat fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Brooks.#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Brooks moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Hawat throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Brooks takes a swing at Hawat's ribcage but misses.
Hawat now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Brooks avoids the head kick by Hawat.
Brooks tries to score with a low kick but Hawat moves his leg out of the way.
Brooks jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Brooks dips to his left and cracks Hawat with an uppercut!#CL#
Brooks has closed the distance and engaged Hawat in a clinch.
Brooks just leaning against Hawat, taking a breather.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Hawat.
Hawat is trying to stall.
#BC#
Brooks breaks from the clinch.
#T3#
Brooks swinging wildly here.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Hawat.
Brooks feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Hawats jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Hawat is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Brooks.
Brooks scores with a three punch combo!
Hawat looks to throw the jab but Brooks is out of range.
Brooks lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Brooks looks to score with a jab to the body but Hawat is just out of range.
Brooks lands with a nice body kick.
Brooks lands with a kick to the temple. Hawat shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
A jab from Hawat misses.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Brooks throws a body kick that digs right into the meat. #T4#
Brooks tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Hawat.
Hawat throws a head kick that misses.
Hawat fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Brooks.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Brooks.
Hawat uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Brooks.
Hawat connects with a right hand. Brooks shakes it off.
A punch combination from Brooks misses.
Hawat walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Brooks checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Brooks throws out a powerful jab.
Brooks connects with a solid leg kick.
Hawat misses with a low kick.
It looked like Brooks was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Hawat.
A low kick lands for Brooks.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Eric Brooks dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Thufir Hawat'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. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Brooks tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Hawat appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Brooks paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Hawat throws a low kick but it's checked well by Brooks.
Brooks throws a leg kick but Hawat moved away.
Brooks misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
An inside leg kick lands from Brooks.
Hawat misses with a body kick.
Hawat tries a head kick but it misses.
Brooks tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Hawat manages to circle out of the way.
Brooks scores with a nice strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brooks takes one on the button.
Brooks chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Brooks chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Brooks throws a nice inside leg kick. #CL#
Brooks takes the fight into the clinch. #T1#
Brooks misses with the head strike.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Brooks.
Hawat misses with the head strike.
Hawat misses with a punch on the inside.
Hawat wants to get back to striking at distance but Brooks won't allow it.
Brooks stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Hawat blocks an elbow strike from Brooks.
#BC2#
Hawat pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Good work by Hawat as he checks the leg kick.
Brooks misses with an uppercut.
A nice inside leg kick there by Brooks. That's going to slow Hawat down.
Hawat is looking to slow Brooks down with leg kicks. #T2#
Hawat takes one on the button.
Hawat has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Hawat takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Hawat tries to land a front kick but Brooks steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
A low kick lands for Brooks.
Eric Brooks is winning the standup battle so far.
Hawat misses with an uppercut. Brooks saw that one coming.
Hawat on the wrong end of a nice hook.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Brooks throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Brooks misses with a few strikes there.
Brooks throws a nice outside leg kick.
Hawat walks into a jab.
Brooks scores with a shot to the body.
Brooks lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Thufir Hawat has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A telegraphed right hand from Brooks misses the target. #T3#
Brooks tries a head kick but it misses.
Hawat feints a counter leg kick.
Hawat tries to land a leg kick but Brooks saw it coming and moves away.
Brooks swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Brooks pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Brooks with a hook.
Brooks connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Hawat slips a jab and a cross from Brooks.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
A telegraphed right hand from Brooks misses the target.
Brooks scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Hawat takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #CL#
Brooks gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Hawat has Brooks pushed against the cage.#BC#
Brooks breaks the clinch.
#T4#
Hawat just misses with a punch to the body.
Brooks tried to score with a low kick but Hawat checks it.
Brooks misses with a hook
and Hawat counters with a nice uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Brooks throws a head kick that misses.
Hawat dodges the punch combination from Brooks.
Eric Brooks is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Hawat misses with an attempted mid kick.
A quick step to the side and Brooks tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
A solid leg kick lands there for Brooks.
Hawat tries a head kick but it misses.
Hawat works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Hawat throws a nice head kick!
Hawat throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
And that's the end of the fight!
Eric Brooks showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Brooks 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 Paul Aken scores the fight 30:27
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 30:27
Judge Daniel Blasius scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Eric Brooks!
A victorious Eric Brooks thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
DMMA Friday Night Fights XII
Date: Oct 28, 2022 |
#R1#
Hawat misses with a low kick.
Hawat shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Hawat throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
As Hawat looks to move away, Helpmann throws a big counter combo but Hawat just gets out of the way.
Helpmann connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#CUT#It looks like Thufir Hawat has been cut.
Helpmann scores with a punch to the head.
Hawat throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A quick step to the side and Helpmann tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Hawat tries a head kick but it misses.
Helpmann was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Hawat tries to land a body kick
and Helpmann counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Helpmann checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
An attempted straight right counter from Helpmann misses the target.
Hawat chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Hawat has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Helpmann comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.#T1#
Helpmann lands a jab to the head.
Helpmann misses with a double jab.
Hawat fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Helpmann manages to avoid it.
Hawat slips under a jab.
Hawat throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Helpmann scores with a punch to the head.
Helpmann moves out of range as Hawat throws a body kick.
Helpmann misses with a body punch
and Hawat counters with a right hand to the body.
Helpmann fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Hawat looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Nice cross by Helpmann.#T2#
A low kick from Hawat misses
and Helpmann counters with a stiff right hand.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Hawat misses with a kick to the body
and Helpmann connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Hawat.
Helpmann wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Hawat.
Hawat misses with a body kick.
Hawat takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Helpmann drops Hawat with a straight right hand, right on the button! Helpmann 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 2:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Robert Helpmann!
A very excited looking Robert Helpmann made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 30, 2022 |
#R1#
Adams shoots in for a double leg but Hawat sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Hawat replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Adams blocks it well.
Adams looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Hawat misses with a series of wild punches.
Adams throws a nice outside leg kick.
Adams bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Hawat circles away from the clinch attempt.
Adams tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Hawat defends well and Adams ends up having to push Hawat into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Adams is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Hawat to keep the fight standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for AJ Adams. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Adams with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Hawat scores with a nice hook to the head.
Adams looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#T1#
Adams trying to land knees to the body.
The referee is keeping an eye on Hawat - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Good body shot from Hawat.
Adams looking to slow down the pace here.
Adams misses with some punches.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Adams tries a body shot but Hawat blocks it.
#BC2#
Hawat breaks the clinch.
#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Hawat scores with a crisp jab that stopped Adams in his tracks.
Adams dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Hawat. That did some damage!
Hawat circles away from the clinch attempt.
Hawat lands a nice looking kick to the body. Adams takes a step back to recover.
Hawat looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Adams is looking to clinch.
Adams shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Hawat counters with a left to the body.
Hawat connects with a leg kick.
Good leg kick by Hawat.
Whack! Hawat lands a heavy head kick that drops Adams. The ref tackles Hawat to stop the fight - a great save by the referee because Adams was done.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Head Kick). Thufir Hawat!
The defeated AJ Adams had this to say: 'It was a tough loss um Im gonna recover and we on to the next '. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 23, 2022 |
#R1#
No luck with that takedown attempt from Hughes.
Mark Hughes seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hawat throws a push kick but Hughes slaps the foot to one side.
Hawat scores with a jab.
Hughes misses with a straight left.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Hughes has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Hawat throws a sloppy head kick and Hughes moves out of range easily.
Hawat has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Hawat takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Hughes connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Hawat's hands.
Hawat scores with a sloppy right hand. Hughes should have avoided that one.
A looping hook to the body misses from Hawat. Hughes does a little dance to reset his feet.
Hawat keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Hughes.
Hughes scores with a sloppy right hand. Hawat should have avoided that one.
A chopping leg kick lands by Hawat.
Hawat defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Hughes.
Hawat slips a straight right by Hughes.#TD2#
Hughes looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hawat is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #T1#
Hawat looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hughes is one step ahead there.
Hughes is looking to pass into half guard but Hawat pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Hawat is in guard.#REVR#
Hawat is fighting to break Hughes's control of his arms but Hughes is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Hughes has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Hawat has passed into side control.
Hawat tries to advance to mount but can't.
Hughes struggling a bit here.#T2#
Hughes is trying to get back to half guard.
Hawat has control of an arm but Hughes manages to advance to Hawat's back!
Hughes keeps control of the position as Hawat tries to break free.
Hughes throws a big right hand but he misses and hits the mat. Ouch.
Hawat rolls, trying to escape but Hughes keeps control of the position.
#SUB2#
Hughes looking for the choke but no joy.
Hughes has the hooks in. Hawat is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #T3##SUB2#
Hughes has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Hawat has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Hughes has the hooks in. Hawat is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Well, with Hughes on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Hawat is tapping out... Can he escape the position?
Hawat trying to control the position but Hughes manages to sink in the hooks.
Hughes has the hooks in. Hawat is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #SUB2#
Hawat showing good submission defense here.
Hawat is trying to remain composed but Hughes is hammering down strikes to the side of his head.
Hawat tries to break free.
#SUB2#
Hawat showing good submission defense here.
#T4##SUB2#
Hughes has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Hawat has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Hawat tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Hughes working away from the top, dropping strikes.
Hughes with a couple of short strikes.
Hughes is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Hawat can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hughes has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Hawat's face.
Hughes tries to control but Hawat wriggling away.
Hughes looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mark Hughes dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Hughes misses with a hook.
Hawat avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Hughes clobbers Hawat with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Hughes keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Hawat.
Hawat connects with a leg kick.
Hawat throws out a leg kick but Hughes moves out of range and Hawat only half commits.
Hughes cracks Hawat with an open hand slap.
Hawat steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Hughes.
Hawat is looking to counter with head kicks.
Hawat goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Mark Hughes seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Hawat pushes Hughes away with a front kick.
Hughes uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Hawat.
It seemed like Hughes was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Hawat swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hawat moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Hawat tries to land a leg kick but Hughes saw it coming and moves away.
Hawat throws a lazy right hand but Hughes sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Nice uppercut there from Hughes.
Hughes fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Hughes misses with a straight left. #T1#
Hawat tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Hawat lands with a nice body kick.
Hawat with a jab.
Nice defenses there by Hawat.
Hughes might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Hughes punishes Hawat's body with a nice straight punch.
Hughes goes for a double leg but Hawat avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Hawat continues to drive forward.
It looked like Hawat was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Hughes.
Hughes chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Hawat can pounce on him.
Hughes cracks Hawat with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Hughes throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Hughes listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Hawat slips under a jab from Hughes.
A counter left hand to the body from Hawat misses its target.
Hughes moves out of range of the body kick from Hawat.
Hughes changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Hughes throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Hughes scores with a punch to the head.
Hughes shoots in for a takedown but Hawat shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Hawat ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hughes moves away.
Hawat lands a nice shot to the body.
#T2#
Hughes misses with an uppercut.
Hughes takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Hawat throws the left hand but Hughes avoids the punch easily.
Hughes walks into a jab.
Hughes has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Hawat finds it's way round the side to connect with Hughes's head.
Hughes throws a lazy right hand but Hawat sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Hawat throws a big counter combination but Hughes scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Hughes misses with a looping left.
Hughes misses the jab.
Hughes throws a looping overhand right but Hawat ducks down to avoid it.
Hawat tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Hughes scores with a nice right hand.
Hawat throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
#CUT#It looks like Mark Hughes has been cut.
Hawat feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Hughess jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Hughes tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Hawat was well out of range. Poor timing from Hughes.
Hughes ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hawat moves away.
Hawat throws a half hearted mid kick.
Hughes is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Hawat with a body shot.
Hughes keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
#T3#
Hughes throws out a loose jab but Hawat uses good head movement to avoid it.
Hawat throws a counter high kick but Hughes was just alert enough to avoid it.
Hawat tries a head kick but it misses.
Hawat misses with a looping left.
Hughes slips under a jab from Hawat.
Hughes fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Hawat manages to avoid it.
Hawat appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Hawat throws a head kick that half lands.
Hawat throws a nice inside leg kick.
Hawat finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Hawat scores with a nice body kick.
Hawat scores with a body shot.
Hawat throws a head kick but Hughes moves out of range.
Hawat bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Hughes changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Hawat tries to avoid it but Hughes manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Hawat to the ground. Hawat escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Thufir Hawat has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mark Hughes.
Hawat lands a leg kick that knocks Hughes off balance momentarily.
Hawat throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Hughes's head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hawat stuffs the takedown.#T4#
Hawat looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Hawat just misses with a punch to the body.
Hughes looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Hawat takes one to the chin there.
Hawat fakes the leg kick and cracks Hughes in the body.
Hawat misses with a kick to the body.
Thufir Hawat is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Hawat on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Hughes with a lazy takedown attempt
and Hawat counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Hawat lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Hawat is looking to land body kicks.
Hawat looks for the body kick but Hughes saw that one coming.
Hughes misses with an uppercut. Hawat saw that one coming.
Hawat throws a head kick that half lands.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Hughes crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Hawat - the referee stops the clock and Hughes gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Hawat. Hughes manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Hawat pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Hawat thows a left - swing and a miss!
Hughes scores with a jab to the jaw.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Thufir Hawat dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Mark Hughes's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. And we move into the final round!#R3#
Hughes slips a jab from Hawat.
Hughes looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Hawat misses with a low kick.
Hawat uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Hughes.#TD2#
Hawat gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Hughes to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Hughes wants to control from the top but Hawat keeps moving.
Hawat trying to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hughes looking to sit in guard and control but Hawat gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Hughes has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Hawat has passed into side control.
Mark Hughes has got the better of the ground game so far.#T1#
Hughes is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Hughes regains half guard.
Hawat with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Hughes trying to hold on to Hawat's head to control him but Hawat postures up.
Hughes is looking for a sweep. Hawat is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hawat controlling the action here.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Hughes is looking to improve his position.
Hawat tries to pass to full mount but Hughes defends it.
Hawat takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Hughes tries to get to full guard but Hawat has control of the leg. #T3#
Hawat tries to pass the half guard into mount. Hughes knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Hawat is looking to slow Hughes down with leg kicks.
Hughes scores with a crisp jab that stopped Hawat in his tracks.
Hughes throws out a loose jab but Hawat uses good head movement to avoid it.
Hughes misses with a body shot.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Hawat.
A swing and a miss from Hughes.
Hughes throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T4#
A solid leg kick lands there for Hawat.
Hughes displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Hawat throws out the jab.
Hughes looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Hawat throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
A leg kick checked by Hughes.
Hawat misses with a kick to the body.
Hawat throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Hughes blocks a jab.
Hughes has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Hawat.
Hawat moves out of range of the strikes.
Hughes walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Hughes steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Hawat.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hawat looks to throw a body kick
and Hughes counters with a straight right hand.
Hughes avoids the head kick by Hawat.
Hawat buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hughes throws a shot from downtown. Hawat moves away and avoids it.
Hawat pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Hawat gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Hawat ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
And that's the end of the fight!
Thufir Hawat showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Hawat 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight 29:28
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 29:28
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Thufir Hawat! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 20, 2022 |
#R1#
Nyambe shoots and misses
and Hawat counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Nyambe tries to clinch up
and Hawat connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#TD#
Nyambe throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Hawat was covering up waiting for the punch and Nyambe finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Nyambe postures up in Hawat's guard and throws a big left but Hawat blocks it.
Nyambe throwing strikes but missing.
Hawat looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Nyambe trying to control but Hawat is working from the bottom.
Nyambe throws an elbow that misses. Hawat uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Nyambe's guard. Nice move by Hawat!#REVB#
Hawat slips nicely into half guard.
Hawat seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T2#
Let's hope that Hawat has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Hawat's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Nyambe is trying to escape back to his feet but Hawat uses the scramble to pass into side control.
Hawat in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Nyambe is letting Hawat control him for a moment.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.#T3#
The strikes coming from Hawat are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Hawat tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Nyambe is trying to escape the position but Hawat is controlling the position.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Hawat with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Nyambe tries to clinch up
and Hawat cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Nyambe looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Hawat throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Nyambe on the side of the head.
Nyambe throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Hawat counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Hawat digs a good hook to Nyambe's body.
Thufir Hawat is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Nyambe is breathing heavily.
A chopping leg kick lands by Hawat.
Hawat lands a high kick!
#KD2#
Hawat lands a big head kick that sends Nyambe tumbling to the mat! Hawat takes a step backwards and waves Nyambe back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC2#Nyambe is rocked!
Hawat lands with an overhand left.
Oh Nyambe is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Nyambe tries for a takedown but Hawat circles away easily
letting Hawat counter with a right hand.
Hawat throws a nasty head kick that just misses. He throws another kick to the head of his opponent and almost takes it off! Nyambe crumples to the floor and the fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Thufir Hawat! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 06, 2022 |
#R1#
Hawat throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Hawat throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Newport blocks a low kick nicely.
Hawat throws a push kick but Newport slaps the foot to one side.
Newport looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Newport checks a leg kick.
Newport throws a lazy right hand but Hawat sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Hawat throws a sloppy body shot
and Newport counters with a low kick, right behind Hawat 's knee.
Hawat stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Hawat throws a half hearted mid kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hawat throws a jab but it's blocked by Newport.
Newport looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Hawat has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Animal Fight Club in the buildup to the fight.
Hawat displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Newport throws out the jab.
Hawat throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Newport uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Hawat.
Hawat is looking to chop away at Newport's legs. #T1#
Hawat tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Newport was well out of range. Poor timing from Hawat.
Hawat throws a wild body kick that Newport sees coming a mile off.
Newport is looking to score with low kicks.
Hawat misses the body punch #CL2#
and Newport counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Newport lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Newport struggles to land a body shot inside as Hawat controls his hands.
Newport misses with a punch on the inside.
Hawat taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Newport has a couple of punches blocked by Hawat.
Hawat is looking to break free of the clinch but Newport has double underhooks.
Hawat misses with a punch on the inside.
Newport has a couple of punches blocked by Hawat.
Newport blocks a body shot from Hawat.
Newport misses with a body punch.
#BC#
Hawat breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T2#
Hawat connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Newport momentarily.
Hawat has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Newport.
Hawat avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Hawat scores with a hook to the body. Newport takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Newport misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hawat.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Hawat.
Hawat misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Newport.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Newport! But no joy.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hawat keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Nice body kick there by Hawat.
Hawat thows a leg kick but Newport checks it
letting Newport counter with a right hand. #CUT2#It looks like Thufir Hawat has been cut.
Hawat scores with a shot to the body.
Hawat connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Newport momentarily.
#T3#
Newport ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Newport looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Hawat tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
A nice leg kick from Newport, right into the meat of the thigh.
Hawat will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Newport now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Hawat misses with a right hand
enabling Newport to counter with a crisp jab.
Hawat walks into a left hand.
Hawat finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Hawat connects with the punch.
Newport tests Hawat's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Newport takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Newport misses with a straight right.
A cross from Newport lands.#T4#
Hawat pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Hawat throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hawat throws a low kick but Newport moves out of range easily.
Newport looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Hawat throws the kick towards the body but Newport avoids it.
Hawat thows a left - swing and a miss!
Newport missing with a left hand there. Hawat was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Hawat misses with a leg kick
and Newport counters with a nice uppercut.
Hawat avoids the body shot from Newport.
Hawat will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Newport keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Hawat.
Newport scores with a nice right hand.
Newport looks to land a right hand but Hawat moved out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Hawat on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Newport throws a big shot that misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Aaron Newport will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Thufir Hawat's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
A thudding body kick lands there by Hawat!
Hawat walks into a jab.
Thufir Hawat is winning the standup battle so far.
Newport throws a right hand that misses
and Hawat counters with an inside leg kick.
Newport walks into a straight right hand from Hawat.
Newport misses with a looping left.
Hawat misses with a kick to the body.
A shot to the body from Hawat misses
and Newport counters with a nice uppercut.
Newport does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Hawat throws a nice outside leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Newport keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Newport throws a quick inside leg kick.
Hawat throws out a loose jab but Newport uses good head movement to avoid it.
Hawat throws a solid leg kick but Newport takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Hawat.
Hawat backing away here, and Newport unleashes a leg kick that just misses.#T1#
Hawat misses with a hook. Newport ducked under it nicely.
Newport swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Newport takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
A nice inside leg kick there by Newport. That's going to slow Hawat down.
Newport moves out of range as Hawat throws a body kick.
Hawat misses with a left hand
and Newport counters with a nice uppercut.
Newport takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Newport blocks a jab.
Thufir Hawat seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A nice inside leg kick there by Newport. That's going to slow Hawat down.
Newport takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Newport scores with a body shot.
Hawat rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Newport connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Newport pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hawat swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Newport.
A head kick misses from Hawat.
Hawat tests Newport's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Newport throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Newport throws a jab but it's blocked by Hawat.
Hawat scores with a kick to the body.
Newport lands with a cross. #CUT2#Thufir Hawat's cut is getting worse.
Hawat connects with a solid leg kick.
Hawat pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Newport looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Hawat misses with a left hand
and Newport counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#ROC2#Hawat is rocked!
Hawat misses with a hook
and Newport rattles Hawat with a well-timed uppercut counter. - Hawat tries to back away and recover but his hands are down low and he gets tagged again, sending him stumbling down to the canvas. Newport dives in after him and quickly finishes the job with a trio of brutal punches, leaving Hawat stiff and motionless on the mat!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Aaron Newport! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 03, 2022 |
#R1#
Genie looks to clinch
and Hawat counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Genie tries to clinch but fails miserably
enabling Hawat to counter with a crisp jab.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Hawat.#CUT#It looks like Sky Genie has been cut.
Nice body kick there by Hawat.
Genie looks to clinch
and Hawat counters with a straight right hand.#ROC#Genie is rocked!
Hawat feints a jab and as Genie dips his head, Hawat unleashes a brutal head kick that catches Genie right on the jaw! Timbeeer! Genie falls backwards in slow motion, only propped up by the cage! Hawat smiles a psychotic smile as he stares down his unconscious opponent. That is a scary man.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Thufir Hawat! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 31, 2022 |
#R1#
Corll misses with a low kick.
Hawat has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Hawat connects with the punch.
Hawat keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Hawat tests Corll's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Hawat lands a front kick.
Corll throws a right and a left that both miss.
Hawat looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Corll misses the shot to the body.
Hawat works the jab nicely.
Corll takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Hawat throws a body shot but no joy.
Hawat looks to throw the jab but Corll is out of range.
Corll misses with a left hand
and Hawat counters with a straight right hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hawat moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#ROC2#Corll is rocked!
Hawat lands a nice looking body shot.
Oh Corll is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Corll is breathing heavily.
Corll lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Corll seems to have got his legs back now.
Hawat throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Corll on the side of the head. #T1#
Corll throws out a loose jab but Hawat uses good head movement to avoid it.
Corll throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Hawat throws an overhand right that drops Corll like a sack of potatoes! Hawat dives in to finish the fight with more strikes and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:13 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Thufir Hawat! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 28, 2022 |
#R1#
Petrov walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Hawat bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Petrov's head.
Petrov avoids a kick to the body.
Petrov takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #ROC2#Petrov is rocked!
Petrov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
#KD2#
and Hawat counters with a nice right hand that sends Petrov toppling to the canvas! Petrov scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Hawat finish him?!
Oh Petrov is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hawat lands a jab to Petrov's midsection.
Petrov is breathing heavily.
Hawat fakes the body blow, causing Petrov to drop his hands! Left hook to the temple! Petrov goes stiff, and falls face first into the mat. Goodnight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Thufir Hawat! |
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Event:
LAFC 49
Date: Aug 06, 2022 |
#R1#
Piercer throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Hawat tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Piercer avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Piercer moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.#CUT2#It looks like Thufir Hawat has been cut.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Hawat - that will leave a mark!
Piercer avoids the head kick by Hawat.
A head kick misses from Hawat.
Piercer moves out of range of the leg kick from Hawat.
Piercer fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Hawat is out of range.
Piercer misses with a body shot.
Piercer scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Hawat lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Piercer uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Hawat.
Hawat throws the kick towards the body but Piercer avoids it.
Piercer throws the left hand but Hawat avoids the punch easily.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Hawat checks a leg kick.
Hawat swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#T1#
Hawat lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Piercer pushes Hawat away with a front kick.
Piercer throws a chopping leg kick but Hawat manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Hawat lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Piercer has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Piercer and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Hawat tries to land a body kick
letting Piercer counter with a right hand.
Hawat chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Hawat throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Piercer scores with a shot to the body.
Piercer rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
letting Hawat counter with a right hand.
Piercer misses the jab.
Hawat has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Animal Fight Club in the buildup to the fight.
Hawat lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Hawat throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Piercer throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Piercer misses with a body kick.
Piercer cracks Hawat with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Piercer has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Hawat finds it's way round the side to connect with Piercer's head. #T2#
Piercer avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Hawat throws a low kick but Piercer moves out of range easily.
Piercer follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Piercer throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Piercer connects with a jab.
Both fighters circling a little - Hawat finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Piercer darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Piercer lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Hawat at a distance.
Piercer throws a shot from downtown. Hawat moves away and avoids it.
Hawat is looking to counter punch.
A slapping leg kick lands for Hawat.
Piercer throws a wild body kick that Hawat sees coming a mile off.
Piercer thumps Hawat with a low kick.
The fighters circling - Hawat throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Piercer. Hawat shrugs it off though.
Hawat ducks under a wild hook from Piercer.
Piercer scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Hawat doesn't seem bothered though.
A shot to the body from Piercer misses
and Hawat counters with a nice leg kick. #T3#
Hawat throws a leg kick
and Piercer counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Hawat thinking.
Piercer has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Piercer there as he acknowledges the shot.
Hawat looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Piercer connects with a crisp jab.
Hawat walks into a jab.
Hawat pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Hawat avoids a punch combination nicely.
Hawat throws an off balance right hand
and Piercer counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Hawat chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Piercer can pounce on him.
Hawat keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Piercer smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Piercer on the wrong end of a nice jab.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hawat uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Piercer is looking to chop away at Hawat's legs.
It looked like Hawat wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T4#
Hawat moves out of range of the leg kick from Piercer.
Hawat ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Piercer throws a one two combo.
Hawat looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Piercer tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Hawat was well out of range. Poor timing from Piercer.
Hawat was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Piercer throws a head kick but Hawat moves out of range.
A quick step to the side and Hawat tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Piercer looks to land a left hand but Hawat moved out of range nicely.
Piercer misses with a kick to the body.
Piercer on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Hawat takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Piercer ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hawat moves away.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Piercer scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Hawat lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Hawat misses with a looping right.
Piercer pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
John Piercer dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Thufir Hawat's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Hawat looks to land a left hand but Piercer moved out of range nicely.
Piercer misses with a wild body shot.
John Piercer seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hawat lands with a shot to the body.
Piercer moves forwards but Hawat connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Piercer fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Hawat manages to avoid it.
As Piercer backs away, Hawat returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
John Piercer seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Piercer fakes the leg kick and cracks Hawat in the body.
Piercer thuds a left hand into Hawat's body.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Hawat might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Piercer misses with the combination.
Piercer throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Hawat bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Piercer's head backwards.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hawat pushes Piercer away with a front kick.
Nice straight punches there by Piercer. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Piercer.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hawat wants to land a leg kick but Piercer is out of range.
Hawat throws a low kick but Piercer moves out of range easily.
Piercer throws a hook but Hawat avoids it easily.
Hawat has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.#T1#
Hawat with a hook.
Piercer throws a body punch but Hawat moves out of range.
Hawat pivots, looking for a leg kick but Piercer is out of range and Hawat settles back down.
Jab from Piercer.
Hawat takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Hawat dodges the punch combination from Piercer.
Hawat waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Piercer.
Piercer throws a hook but Hawat blocks it.
Hawat lands a jab to the nose.
A head kick misses from Hawat.
Hawat thuds a left hand into Piercer's body.
Hawat throws a head kick but Piercer moves out of range.
Piercer looks to land a left hand but Hawat moved out of range nicely.
A little feinted left hand from Hawat on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Hawat connects with a leg kick. #T2#
A clash of legs there as Piercer blocks the low kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Good leg kick by Piercer.
Hawat throws a shot from downtown. Piercer moves away and avoids it.
Hawat throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Hawat misses with a hook
and Piercer counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Piercer scores with a jab to the jaw.
Piercer finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Hawat throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Piercer's head.
Piercer misses with a few strikes there.
Hawat tries to land a leg kick but Piercer saw it coming and moves away.
Piercer misses with the combination.
Piercer throws a good cross that connects.
Hawat throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Piercer connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Hawat is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.#T3#
Hawat getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
A big left from Piercer misses.
Hawat connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Piercer throws a hook but Hawat blocks it.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Hawat.
Hawat jabs at Piercer's body.
Piercer misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hawat.
Piercer looks to score with a jab to the body but Hawat is just out of range.
Hawat lands a head kick. Piercer smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Piercer cracks Hawat with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Hawat is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Piercer.
Piercer uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Hawat scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
This has been an exciting period of action!
The fighters circling - Piercer throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T4#
Hawat doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Piercer avoids the head kick by Hawat.
Piercer pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Hawat fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Piercer uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Hawat.
Piercer takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Piercer misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Piercer scores with a nice right hand.
Hawat pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Piercer slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Hawat lands a nice looking body kick.
Hawat stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Piercer.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Hawat misses with a head kick.
An inside leg kick lands from Piercer.
Piercer has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Hawat.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but John Piercer will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Thufir Hawat's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Hawat lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Piercer lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
A good leg kick by Hawat.
Piercer is looking to score with low kicks.
Hawat connects with an inside leg kick.
Hawat scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Hawat walks into a stiff left hand from Piercer.
Piercer takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Piercer misses with a two punch combination.
Piercer throws a body shot but no joy.
Hawat throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Good work by Hawat as he checks the leg kick.
Hawat misses with a hook. Piercer ducked under it nicely.
Piercer lunges at Hawat with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Hawat's hand.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Piercer displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Hawat throws out the jab. #T1#
A big right from Piercer misses.
Piercer bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Piercer throws a low kick but Hawat moves out of range easily.
Hawat throws a leg kick but Piercer sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Piercer defending well as Hawat loads up on a big left hand.
Piercer lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Hawat moves away from the strike by Piercer.
Hawat throws a head kick but Piercer moves out of range.
Piercer pushes Hawat away with a front kick.
Piercer jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Hawat uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Piercer.
Piercer fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Hawat swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Piercer connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#ROC2#Hawat is rocked!
Hawat throws the left hand but Piercer avoids the punch easily.
Oh Hawat is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Piercer moves into range and connects with a jab.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hawat looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Piercer ducks under a wild hook from Hawat.
Thufir Hawat has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Piercer drops Hawat with a naaaaasty hook - Hawat is in real trouble here! Piercer dives in to side control and pounds out his opponent for a TKO victory! The crowd goes nuts!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:07 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). John Piercer!
John Piercer decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
LAFC Hilo
Date: Jul 23, 2022 |
#R1##TD#
Pizziconi closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Hawat's guard.
Pizziconi pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hawat is keeping the position for now.
Hawat is controlling Pizziconi's posture.
Pizziconi wants to control from the top but Hawat keeps moving.
Pizziconi with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Hawat working a defensive guard here.
Pizziconi controlling from the top position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pizziconi scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Pizziconi is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #T1#
Pizziconi trying to control the position from guard on top but Hawat is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hawat is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Pizziconi lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Pizziconi with a flurry of punches that miss.
Pizziconi loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Pizziconi wants to control from the top but Hawat keeps moving.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hawat looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Pizziconi is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Pizziconi is looking to pass into half guard but Hawat pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Hawat is in guard.#REVB#
Pizziconi is controlling Hawat's posture.#T2#
Hawat is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T3#
Pizziconi pulls Hawat in to control the position.
Pizziconi keeping full guard, as Hawat tries to pass. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Pizziconi is trying hard to land a takedown here. Hawat sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Pizziconi doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Hawat counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Pizziconi tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Hawat defends well and Pizziconi ends up having to push Hawat into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Osmany Pizziconi. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Pizziconi is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.#T4#
Hawat prevents the takedown attempt.
#TD#
Pizziconi pulls guard effortlessly.
Hawat engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB#
Hawat avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Pizziconi 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.
Hawat being controlled here momentarily.
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 Osmany Pizziconi will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Pizziconi shoots in and drives through. Hawat sprawls well.
Hawat cracks Pizziconi with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Hawat cracks a nice hook into Pizziconi's ribs.
Nice sprawl there from Hawat as Pizziconi shoots in.
Hawat is looking to land body kicks.
Pizziconi fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Hawat is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Osmany Pizziconi. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Pizziconi misses with a takedown attempt - Hawat sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#TD#
Hawat tries to sprawl but Pizziconi drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Hawat is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Pizziconi scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Osmany Pizziconi overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Pizziconi sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Hawat defending well though.
Hawat is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Pizziconi's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Pizziconi's back!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hawat is riding his opponent, not letting Pizziconi buck him off. #T1#
Pizziconi wants to escape the position.
Pizziconi is working hard here to advance position.
Pizziconi trying to control the hands but Hawat won't let him.
Pizziconi tries to roll but Hawat sticks to his back.
Pizziconi is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Hawat.
Hawat is continuing to stall.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Hawat gets his hands free as Pizziconi looks to control.
Hawat tries to keep control of the position but Pizziconi is staying busy.
Hawat gets his hands free as Pizziconi looks to control.
Hawat tries to get the hooks in deep but Pizziconi pushed the leg off.
Pizziconi trying to control but not successfully.
Hawat doesn't have the hooks in and Pizziconi manages to turn into his guard.
#T3#
Pizziconi working some strikes from top position.
Hawat keeping full guard, as Pizziconi tries to pass.
Hawat is trying to keep Pizziconi in close.
Pizziconi chips away with some ground and pound.
Hawat keeping moving, preventing Pizziconi from controlling successfully.
Pizziconi is in close to Hawat's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Hawat avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Hawat is trying to control the position but Pizziconi postures up.
Hawat manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Pizziconi manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Pizziconi is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #T4#
Pizziconi manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Hawat manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Hawat tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Pizziconi lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Hawat wants to sweep but no luck.
Hawat keeps trying to improve his position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Pizziconi scoring with punches to the head and body.
Pizziconi is in close to Hawat's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Pizziconi throws a big elbow that misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Thufir Hawat will probably get the nod - 10:9.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3##TD#
Pizziconi throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Hawat tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Pizziconi is in Hawat's guard.
Pizziconi distracts Hawat with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Pizziconi scoring with punches to the head and body.
Pizziconi postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Pizziconi trying to control the position from guard on top but Hawat is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Pizziconi stands up over Hawat, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Hawat wants to sweep here but Pizziconi controlling him for the moment.
Pizziconi seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pizziconi throwing strikes but missing. #T1#
Pizziconi throwing strikes but missing.
Hawat preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Pizziconi is in close to Hawat's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Pizziconi stands up over Hawat, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Hawat looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Pizziconi puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Pizziconi lands strikes from half guard.
Pizziconi prevents Hawat from improving his position.
Pizziconi is trying to control. Hawat wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Pizziconi scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Pizziconi is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #T2#
Pizziconi is taking a breather. Hawat says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.#SUB#
Pizziconi is working for a kimura but Hawat is defending it quite comfortably.
Hawat trying to control but Pizziconi postures up.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Pizziconi lands a nice short elbow.
Pizziconi takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Pizziconi slips a nice elbow through Hawat's hands, connecting with Hawat's forehead.#T3##SUB#
Pizziconi is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Hawat defends it well.
Hawat is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Pizziconi scores with a couple of nice shots.
Pizziconi throwing shots but Hawat is blocking nicely. #SUB#
Pizziconi is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Hawat tries to get to full guard but Pizziconi has control of the leg.
Hawat is trying to stand.
Well, if Pizziconi 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.
#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.
Hawat regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Pizziconi.
Pizziconi not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Hawat is trying to control the position but Pizziconi postures up.
Pizziconi forces his way into half guard.
Pizziconi not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Pizziconi is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Pizziconi trying to mount his opponent but Hawat defends it.
And that's the end of the fight!
Osmany Pizziconi showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Pizziconi 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 Roger Salmon scores the fight 29:28
Judge Colin Fray scores the fight 29:28
Judge Paul Gruel scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Osmany Pizziconi!
A less than humble Osmany Pizziconi misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities. |
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Event:
LAFC Fight Night 5
Date: Jun 18, 2022 |
#R1#
Hawat on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Ruthlessness swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nice straight punches there by Hawat. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Hawat.
Hawat ducks under a wild hook from Ruthlessness.
Ruthlessness throws the left hand but Hawat avoids the punch easily.
Ruthlessness dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Ruthlessness uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Ruthlessness throws a body shot but no joy.
A slow jab from Ruthlessness misses its intended target.
Hawat chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Hawat throws a hook but Ruthlessness blocks it.
Hawat connects with a right hand. Ruthlessness shakes it off.
Ruthlessness throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Hawat sees it coming and avoids it easily.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hawat lands a right hook to the body.
Ray Ruthlessness seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hawat scores with a head kick. Ruthlessness tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Ruthlessness throws a body punch but Hawat moves out of range.
Hawat swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Hawat takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Ruthlessness looks to score with a jab to the body but Hawat is just out of range.
Hawat connects with the punch.
Ruthlessness scores with a crisp jab that stopped Hawat in his tracks. #T1#
Hawat moves forwards but Ruthlessness connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Ruthlessness throws the left hand but Hawat avoids the punch easily.
Hawat ducks under a wild hook from Ruthlessness.
Ruthlessness swings for the body but Hawat moves out of range.
Good leg kick by Hawat.
Hawat moves away from the strike by Ruthlessness.
Ruthlessness throws a looping overhand right but Hawat ducks down to avoid it.
Hawat staying out of range there.
Ruthlessness throws an overhand right that lands on Hawat's shoulder, as Hawat tries to avoid the shot.
Hawat looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Hawat displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Ruthlessness throws out the jab.
Ruthlessness lands with a right hand.
Ruthlessness connects with a looping right hand.
Ruthlessness swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Ruthlessness throws a lazy uppercut
and Hawat counters with a low kick, right behind Ruthlessness 's knee.
Hawat misses with an uppercut.
Ruthlessness was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Ruthlessness seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Ruthlessness just misses with a punch to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hawat connects with a body shot.#T2#
Ruthlessness throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Hawat counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Ruthlessness throws a jab but it's blocked by Hawat.
Hawat steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Ruthlessness.
Ruthlessness throws a jab when Hawat was well out of range.
A nice side step and Hawat releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Ruthlessness misses with a hook.
Ruthlessness looks to land a right hand but Hawat moved out of range.
It seemed like Hawat was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Ruthlessness throws a hook to the side of Hawat's head but Hawat sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Ruthlessness misses the shot to the body.
A big right from Ruthlessness misses.
Ruthlessness waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Hawat.
Ruthlessness misses with an uppercut.
Ruthlessness slips a jab from Hawat.
Hawat drops his hands momentarily and Ruthlessness takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
An inside leg kick from Hawat misses.
A jab from Ruthlessness does it's job there.
Ruthlessness lands the left hand.
Hawat takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Hawat lands with a cross.
A good leg kick by Hawat. #T3#
Ruthlessness throws a lazy uppercut
and Hawat counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Ruthlessness scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Ruthlessness misses with a lunging right hand
and Hawat counters with a straight right hand.
Ruthlessness cracks Hawat with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
A bone on bone clash there as Ruthlessness blocks the leg kick.
Ruthlessness sizes up Hawat with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Ruthlessness lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Hawat at a distance.
Hawat misses with a body kick.
Hawat throws out a leg kick but Ruthlessness moves out of range and Hawat only half commits.
Hawat misses with an attempted mid kick.
Hawat wants to slow Ruthlessness down by chopping away at his legs.
Hawat throws a body shot but no joy.
Ruthlessness misses with a looping left.
Nice straight punches there by Hawat. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Hawat.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Ruthlessness takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Hawat throws a body shot but no joy.
Ruthlessness scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Ruthlessness takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#T4##CL#
Ruthlessness darts in and clinches Hawat up against the cage.
Ruthlessness fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Ruthlessness gets through Hawat's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Ruthlessness lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Ruthlessness fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Ruthlessness goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Hawat wants to break the clinch but can't.
Ruthlessness lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Hawat or not.
Ruthlessness lands a body shot.
Ruthlessness tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Ruthlessness tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Hawat's elbow.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ruthlessness misses with some punches.
Hawat misses with some punches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Hawat.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ray Ruthlessness dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Hawat scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Hawat throws a leg kick but Ruthlessness sees it coming and moves out of range.
Ruthlessness connects with a jab.
A telegraphed right hand from Ruthlessness misses the target.
A chopping leg kick lands by Hawat.
Ruthlessness rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Hawat counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Ruthlessness fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Ray Ruthlessness is winning the standup battle so far.
Hawat swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Ruthlessness throws an overhand right that lands on Hawat's shoulder, as Hawat tries to avoid the shot.
Hawat throws a head kick that misses.
Ruthlessness checks a leg kick.
A counter left hand to the body from Ruthlessness misses its target.
Hawat circles away from the clinch attempt.
Ruthlessness misses with an uppercut. Hawat saw that one coming.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice shot by Hawat.
Ruthlessness lands a glancing blow to the side of Hawat's head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ruthlessness jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Ruthlessness throws a body punch but Hawat moves out of range.
Hawat is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Ruthlessness. #T1#
Hawat takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Hawat defending well as Ruthlessness loads up on a big left hand.
Ruthlessness's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Hawat connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Ruthlessness scrambles back to his feet.
Hawat misses with a hook. Ruthlessness ducked under it nicely.
Ruthlessness tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Hawat was well out of range. Poor timing from Ruthlessness.
Ruthlessness avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Hawat slips a jab from Ruthlessness.
Ruthlessness slips a jab from Hawat.
Hawat fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Ruthlessness on the side of the head.
Hawat misses with a looping right.
Ruthlessness moves out of range of the leg kick from Hawat.
Hawat misses with a low kick.
Hawat avoids the body shot from Ruthlessness.
Ruthlessness getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Hawat throws a low kick, looking for Ruthlessness's leg but Ruthlessness calmly moves out of range.
Hawat misses with a low kick.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Ruthlessness checks a leg kick.
Ruthlessness works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ruthlessness throws a nice looking combination but Hawat bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Ruthlessness takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Ruthlessness throws a hook but Hawat avoids it easily.
Ruthlessness lands a jab to the head.
Ruthlessness scores with the left hand. Hawat knows he should have avoided that one.
Hawat doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Ruthlessness tries to clinch but Hawat is having none of it.
Hawat feints a counter leg kick.
Ruthlessness lands a nice hook to Hawat's body. Hawat takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Ruthlessness takes a swing at Hawat's ribcage but misses.
Nice shot by Hawat.
Hawat throws a leg kick that misses.
Ruthlessness misses the shot to the body.
Ruthlessness throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Hawat shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Ruthlessness lands with a nice body punch.
Hawat misses with an uppercut. Ruthlessness saw that one coming.
Hawat tries to land a front kick but Ruthlessness steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.#T3#
A big left from Ruthlessness misses.
Hawat takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.#CUT#It looks like Thufir Hawat has been cut.
Hawat needs to keep his hands up - Ruthlessness had a free shot at his head there.
Ruthlessness has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Ruthlessness there as he acknowledges the shot.
Hawat has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Ruthlessness scores with a crisp jab that stopped Hawat in his tracks. #CL#
Ruthlessness gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Ruthlessness is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Hawat can do to turn this around?
A head punch on the inside from Ruthlessness fails to land.
Ruthlessness misses with some punches.
A short right from Hawat on the inside.
Ruthlessness tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Hawat blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Hawat lands with a light punch inside.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Ruthlessness tries to work over Hawat's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC2#
Hawat breaks from the clinch.
Ruthlessness misses with a straight left.
Ruthlessness lands a jab.#T4#
Nice defenses there by Hawat.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ruthlessness. Hawat does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ruthlessness cracks Hawat with a good jab.
Ruthlessness moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Hawat misses with a body shot.
Ruthlessness is looking for a counter combo.
A jab from Hawat does it's job there.
Ruthlessness throws a body shot but no joy.
Ruthlessness misses with a hook. Hawat ducked under it nicely.
Hawat misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Hawat doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Ruthlessness tries to move into range but Hawat moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Ruthlessness misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hawat.
Ruthlessness takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#CL#
Ruthlessness gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Ruthlessness lands with a short shot to the head.
Hawat is trying to break free.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ray Ruthlessness dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Thufir Hawat's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
A nice leg kick from Hawat, right into the meat of the thigh.
Hawat goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Ruthlessness with a nice cross.
Ruthlessness fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Hawat manages to avoid it.
Ruthlessness lands with an overhand left.
Ruthlessness blocks a head kick by Hawat.
Hawat uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Ruthlessness.
Ruthlessness lands a glancing blow to the side of Hawat's head.
Hawat takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Hawat tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Ruthlessness throws a shot from downtown. Hawat moves away and avoids it.
Ruthlessness connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Ruthlessness swings for the body but Hawat moves out of range.
Ruthlessness falls off balance throwing a combination
and Hawat counters with a nice leg kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ruthlessness lands a head shot.
Ruthlessness digs a good body shot into Hawat's ribs.
Ruthlessness throws out a loose jab but Hawat uses good head movement to avoid it. #T1#
Ruthlessness fails to land with a series of punches.
It seemed like Hawat was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Hawat on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Hawat missing with a left hand there. Ruthlessness was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Ruthlessness misses with a series of wild punches.
A little jabbing left from Hawat on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Hawat misses with an attempted mid kick.
Hawat cracks Ruthlessness with an open hand slap.
Hawat doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Hawat jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Ruthlessness fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Hawat looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Hawat throws a low kick but Ruthlessness avoids it.
Hawat throws a sloppy head kick and Ruthlessness moves out of range easily.
Hawat throws a body punch but Ruthlessness moves out of range.
A slow jab from Hawat misses its intended target.
Ruthlessness is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Ruthlessness misses with a hook.
Ruthlessness fails with an attempt to clinch.
Thufir Hawat has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Ruthlessness lands a right hook to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hawat lunges at Ruthlessness with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Ruthlessness's hand.
Hawat tries to land a front kick but Ruthlessness steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Hawat looks to throw the jab but Ruthlessness is out of range.
Ruthlessness moves out of range of the body kick from Hawat.
Ruthlessness takes a swing at Hawat's ribcage but misses.
Hawat throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Ruthlessness stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Ruthlessness cracks Hawat with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Ruthlessness throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Hawat on the side of the head.
Hawat has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Hawat there as he acknowledges the shot.
Ruthlessness throws a right hand that misses
and Hawat counters with a nice leg kick.
Ruthlessness misses with a looping right.
Ruthlessness throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Hawat keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Hawat now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Ruthlessness throws an overhand right that lands on Hawat's shoulder, as Hawat tries to avoid the shot.
Hawat takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Hawat misses with a head kick.
#T3#
Hawat lands a nice shot that snaps Ruthlessness's head back.
Hawat misses with an uppercut.
Ruthlessness jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Hawat slips a straight right by Ruthlessness.
Hawat fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Ruthlessness tests Hawat's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Ruthlessness throws a shot from downtown. Hawat moves away and avoids it.
Ruthlessness throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Hawat counters with a thumping low kick.
Ruthlessness looks to land a left hand but Hawat moved out of range nicely.
Ruthlessness scores with a shot to the body.
Hawat moves out of range as Ruthlessness strikes.
Hawat connects with a looping right hand.
Hawat throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hawat paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Ruthlessness swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Hawat jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
#ROC2#Ruthlessness is rocked!#T4#
Ruthlessness on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Hawat. Hawat obviously looking to wear him down.
Oh Ruthlessness is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Hawat throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Ruthlessness sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Hawat uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ruthlessness.
Ruthlessness throws a shot from downtown. Hawat moves away and avoids it.
Hawat bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Hawat steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Ruthlessness.
Hawat smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Hawat throws a sloppy head kick and Ruthlessness moves out of range easily.
Hawat looks to land a right hand but Ruthlessness moved out of range.
The fighters circle momentarily. Ruthlessness darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Ruthlessness uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Hawat.
Hawat throws a nice outside leg kick.
Hawat throws an overhand right that lands on Ruthlessness's shoulder, as Ruthlessness tries to avoid the shot.
Ruthlessness lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
A swing and a miss from Ruthlessness.
Hawat ducks right into an uppercut from Ruthlessness.
Ruthlessness seems to have got his legs back now.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A big right from Hawat misses.
Hawat misses with a head kick.
Hawat looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Ruthlessness blocks a low kick nicely.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Ray Ruthlessness.
Well Ruthlessness 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 29:28
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ray Ruthlessness!
A less than humble Ray Ruthlessness misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities. |
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Event:
LAFC Fight Night 3
Date: May 28, 2022 |
#R1#
Eagle misses with an uppercut. Hawat saw that one coming.
Hawat has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Hawat misses with a head kick.
Hawat with the inside leg kick.
Eagle looks to throw the jab but Hawat is out of range.
Hawat throws a sloppy head kick and Eagle moves out of range easily.
Eagle lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook. #CUT#It looks like Thufir Hawat has been cut.
Eagle throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Eagle throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Hawat throws a body punch but Eagle moves out of range.
Sloppy strikes from Eagle. Those never looked like landing.
Hawat showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Eagle.
A little jabbing left from Hawat on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Hawat misses with a wild body shot.
Hawat keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Eagle walks into a stiff left hand from Hawat.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Eagle on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Hawat is looking to land body kicks.
Hawat slips under a jab.
Hawat misses with a body kick.
Eagle misses with a left hand
and Hawat counters with a leg kick. #T1#
Eagle scores with a jab.
A left lands for Eagle.
Hawat throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Hawat moves away from the strike by Eagle.
Hawat on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
A swing and a miss from Eagle.
Hawat thinks about the counter body kick.
Eagle throws an off balance right hand
and Hawat counters with a nice body shot.
A solid body kick from Hawat.
Hawat misses with a body kick.
Eagle lands a jab.
Hawat jabs Eagle right on the nose. Eagle blinks but takes it well.
Hawat uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Eagle.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Eagle thuds a left hand into Hawat's body.
Eagle ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hawat moves away.
Eagle works Hawat's body with a nice hook.
Hawat comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.#T2#
Hawat keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Eagle takes a swing at Hawat's ribcage but misses.
Eagle takes a swing at Hawat's ribcage but misses.
David Eagle seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hawat moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Hawat throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Eagle on the side of the head.
Eagle lands a jab to the nose.
Hawat loads up on a big right hand but Eagle slips the punch.
Eagle connects with a looping right hand.
The fighters circling - Eagle throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Eagle throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Hawat sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Eagle misses the shot to the body.
Hawat uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Eagle.
Hawat replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Eagle blocks it well.
Eagle is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
Eagle throws a jab when Hawat was well out of range.
A little jabbing left from Hawat on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Hawat fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Hawat looking to land some kicks to the body here.
A leg kick checked by Eagle.
Eagle throws a poor cross that misses
and Hawat counters with a stiff right hand. #T3#
Hawat takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Eagle throws a hook to the side of Hawat's head but Hawat sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Hawat shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Eagle scores with a jab to the jaw.
Eagle moves out of range as Hawat throws a body kick.
#CL#
Eagle gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Hawat lands with a right to the head.
Eagle keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Hawat's efforts to push away.
Eagle scores with a shot to the side of Hawat's head.
Eagle has a couple of punches blocked by Hawat.
Eagle throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Hawats head.
Eagle tries a body shot but Hawat blocks it.
Nice body punch from Eagle - that landed with a thud.
Eagle presses Hawat against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hawat throws a punch but it's blocked by Eagle. #T4#
Eagle tries a body shot but Hawat blocks it.
Eagle pushes Hawat back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Eagle misses with the head strike.
Hawat pushes Eagle back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Hawat tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Eagle prevents Hawat from breaking the clinch.
Hawat blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Eagle tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Hawat's elbow.
Hawat misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Eagle.
Eagle tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Eagle lands a left hand that snaps the head of Hawat backwards.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Hawat throws a punch but it's blocked by Eagle.
Eagle scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Eagle goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Eagle lands with a light punch inside.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
David Eagle dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Thufir Hawat's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Hawat moves out of range of the strikes.
Eagle throws a jab when Hawat was well out of range.
Eagle fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Hawat manages to avoid it.
Hawat throws the kick towards the body but Eagle avoids it.
Eagle connects with a crisp jab.
Eagle connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Hawat momentarily.
Hawat slips a jab from Eagle.#CL#
Eagle pushes Hawat up against the cage in a clinch.
Eagle tries to throw a body punch but Hawat avoids it by throwing Eagle back against the cage.
Eagle softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Eagle misses with a hook from the clinch.
Eagle misses with a hook to the ribs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Eagle lands a hook that snaps the head of Hawat backwards.
A short right from Eagle on the inside. #ROC#Hawat is rocked!
Hawat is trying to force a seperation but Eagle has the dominant position.
A hook to the body from Hawat.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Eagle tries to throw a body punch but Hawat avoids it by throwing Eagle back against the cage. #T1#
Eagle working aggressively here.
Hawat blocks an uppercut.
Eagle goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
David Eagle has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Eagle misses with a short punch on the inside.
Eagle working aggressively here.
Eagle is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Hawat can do to turn this around?
Eagle swings wildly with an uppercut but Hawat uses good head movement to avoid it.
Eagle makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Eagle lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Eagle fails to land.
Eagle misses with a short punch on the inside.
Eagle lands a nice uppercut.
Hawat blocking some punches.
Eagle lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Hawat is still on wobbly legs! Can Eagle finish him?
Eagle pushes Hawat against the cage. Eagle is working some dirty boxing. Eagle pushes off with a quick right hook! Hawat goes down! Hawat tries to stand but stumbles back to his kness! Eagle moves in to finish and the ref steps in to prevent any more damage!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). David Eagle!
A victorious David Eagle thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
LAFC 40
Date: Apr 30, 2022 |
#R1#
Tepes lV fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Hawat avoids it really well and circles away.
A telegraphed right hand from Tepes lV misses the target.
Tepes lV misses with a wild body shot.
Tepes lV scores with a decent looking hook.
Hawat lands with a cross.
Hawat throws a lazy head kick
and Tepes lV counters with an outside leg kick.
Hawat paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Tepes lV misses with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hawat scores with a nice head shot.
Tepes lV ducks under a wild hook from Hawat.
Tepes lV avoids the head kick by Hawat.
Tepes lV looks to land a body kick but Hawat moved away.
Tepes lV slips a jab and a cross from Hawat.
It seemed like Tepes lV was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T1#
Tepes lV slips under a jab.
Tepes lV jabbing away but nothing is landing. #TD2#
Tepes lV looking to score a takedown here. Hawat is defending well but Tepes lV drives through and ends up in Hawat's guard.
Tepes lV content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Tepes lV is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Tepes lV trying to control but Hawat is working from the bottom.
Tepes lV throws a strike but Hawat rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Hawat controlling from the top position.
Tepes lV is trying to keep Hawat in close.
Tepes lV has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Tepes lV can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Hawat controls the pace.#T2#
Hawat wants to get up but he can't break Tepes lV's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #SUB2#
Tepes lV is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Hawat rolls with it to try and escape but Tepes lV cranks on the arm and Hawat is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Vlad Tepes lV!
Vlad Tepes lV decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
LAFC 35
Date: Apr 09, 2022 |
#R1#
Hawat scores with a jab.
Hawat stalks Vercetti and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Vercetti's face. Vercetti staggers backwards, shaken.
Hawat avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Hawat takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
#CUT2#It looks like Thufir Hawat has been cut.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Hawat.
Vercetti lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Hawat shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Vercetti misses with a looping left.
A low kick from Hawat misses
and Vercetti counters with a left to the body.
Hawat throws an overhand right that lands on Vercetti's shoulder, as Vercetti tries to avoid the shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Vercetti walks into a straight right hand from Hawat.
Hawat misses with a low kick.
Hawat looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Hawat bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
We've been informed that Vercetti has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Hawat displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Vercetti throws out the jab.
A low kick from Hawat is predictable there
and Vercetti counters with a straight right hand.
Vercetti misses the jab.
Vercetti throws a looping overhand right but Hawat ducks down to avoid it. #T1#
A shot to the liver by Vercetti. Beautiful body shot.
Hawat lands with an overhand left.
Vercetti misses with a hook. Hawat ducked under it nicely.
A head kick from Hawat lands but Vercetti takes it in his stride.
Hawat ducks under a wild hook from Vercetti.
Vercetti avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Vercetti misses with a hook
and Hawat counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Vercetti throws out a loose jab but Hawat uses good head movement to avoid it.
Hawat misses with a leg kick
and Vercetti counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Hawat throws an overhand right that lands on Vercetti's shoulder, as Vercetti tries to avoid the shot.
It seemed like Vercetti was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Hawat scores with the left hand. Vercetti knows he should have avoided that one.
A low kick from Hawat misses
and Hawat takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hawat misses with a body kick.
Hawat connects with the punch.
Hawat scores with a shot to the body.
#T2#
Good leg kick by Hawat.
Hawat slips a jab from Vercetti.
Vercetti throws a hook but Hawat avoids it easily.
Hawat seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Hawat moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Vercetti throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Hawat will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Hawat with a hook.
Vercetti misses the jab.
Hawat throws a jab but it's blocked by Vercetti.
Hawat defending well as Vercetti loads up on a big left hand.
Vercetti misses the jab.
Vercetti missing with a left hand there. Hawat was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Vercetti misses with an uppercut. Hawat saw that one coming.#T3#
Hawat throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
The fighters circling - Vercetti throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Vercetti throws a jab but it's blocked by Hawat.
Hawat scores with a shot to the body.
Hawat misses with a leg kick.
Hawat throws a series of strikes that have Vercetti backpedaling.
Vercetti lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Hawat at a distance.
Hawat uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Vercetti.
Hawat keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Vercetti.
Hawat throws a leg kick but Vercetti checks it.
Vercetti misses with a looping left.
Hawat takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#CUT2#Thufir Hawat's cut is getting worse.
Vercetti scores with a jab to the head.
#ROC2#Hawat is rocked!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Vercetti throws a pinpoint strike between Hawat's hands that connects right on the jaw and sends Hawat crashing to the floor! He's out before he even hits the mat and Vercetti scores a great knockout victory!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Tommy Vercetti!
An out of breath Tommy Vercetti thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
LAFC 30
Date: Mar 05, 2022 |
#R1#
Aloisio scores with a hook.
Hawat throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Aloisio counters with a nice uppercut.
Hawat lands a leg kick that knocks Aloisio off balance momentarily.
A lazy left from Aloisio finds it's target.
Aloisio looks to land a combination. Hawat sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Aloisio lands the left hand.
Hawat chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Aloisio can pounce on him.
Aloisio slips under a jab.
Hawat is looking to land body kicks.
Aloisio lands with a good body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Aloisio cracks Hawat with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Nicandro Aloisio seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
An inside leg kick lands from Aloisio.
Hawat walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Hawat has been working on his boxing with his coaches at 3Band MMA in the buildup to the fight.
Hawat throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Aloisio ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Aloisio scores with a decent looking hook.
Hawat throws a body kick that misses.
Aloisio is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Hawat walks into a stiff left hand from Aloisio.
Aloisio connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.#T1#
Hawat stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Aloisio.
Hawat takes a jab right on the kisser.
Hawat takes a swing at Aloisio's ribcage but misses.
Aloisio blocks a head kick by Hawat.
Aloisio digs a good body shot into Hawat's ribs.
Hawat takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Aloisio connects with a leg kick.
Aloisio uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hawat.
Aloisio buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Hawat swings for the body but Aloisio moves out of range.
Hawat misses with a low kick.
Hawat throws a half hearted mid kick.
Hawat throws a head kick that misses.
Hawat moves out of range of the body kick from Aloisio.
Hawat fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Aloisio manages to avoid it.
Aloisio fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Hawat avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hawat misses with an attempted mid kick.
Aloisio is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Hawat had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.#T2#
A low kick from Hawat misses
and Aloisio counters with a straight right hand.
Aloisio tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Hawat paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Hawat misses with an attempted mid kick.
Aloisio lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Hawat misses with an uppercut. Aloisio saw that one coming.
Hawat scores with a decent looking hook.
Aloisio ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Aloisio lands a jab to the nose.
Aloisio uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Hawat.
Hawat misses with a straight left.
Aloisio takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Aloisio throws a leg kick which misses Hawat's front leg but catches the back leg as Hawat tries to avoid it.
Aloisio moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Hawat moves out of range as Aloisio throws a body kick.
Aloisio misses with an attempted mid kick.
Aloisio just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromHawat.
Aloisio tries to close the distance and clinch but Hawat swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Aloisio tries to clinch up.
And Hawat counters with a quick kick to the body but Aloisio blocks it.#T3#
Hawat is looking to land body kicks.
Aloisio connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Aloisio steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Hawat.
Aloisio looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Aloisio darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Hawat misses with a kick to the body
and Aloisio counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Hawat misses with a body kick.
Hawat swats away the attempt to clinch by Aloisio.
Aloisio tests Hawat's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Hawat wants to slow Aloisio down by chopping away at his legs.
Aloisio tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Aloisio throws a push kick but Hawat slaps the foot to one side.
Aloisio keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Aloisio follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Aloisio finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Hawat takes a jab right on the kisser.
Hawat takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Aloisio chopping away at his opponent's legs.
#T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Aloisio with a jab.
Hawat throws a body kick that misses.
Hawat checks a low kick from Aloisio.
Hawat misses with an uppercut. Aloisio saw that one coming.
Aloisio takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Hawat misses with a telegraphed body shot
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Aloisio tries to clinch up.
A nice inside leg kick there by Aloisio. That's going to slow Hawat down.
Aloisio looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Hawat drops his hands momentarily and Aloisio takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Aloisio moves out of range as Hawat strikes.
Aloisio looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Aloisio lands a front kick.
Aloisio lands with a straight right. Hawat didn't see that one coming.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Aloisio on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Aloisio works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Hawat takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
A low kick lands for Aloisio.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Nicandro Aloisio dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Aloisio lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Aloisio throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Nice shot lands for Aloisio.
Hawat throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Hawat swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Hawat misses with a body kick.
The crowd cheers as Aloisio lands an impressive looking overhand right. Hawat doesn't seem phased though.
A left lands for Hawat.
Aloisio tries to clinch but Hawat moves out of range.
Hawat on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Hawat has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Aloisio.
Aloisio is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Aloisio throws a quick inside leg kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Aloisio with a nice cross.
Aloisio scores with a nice head shot.
Hawat keeps the fight on the outside.
Aloisio avoids a kick to the body.
#T1#
Aloisio keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Aloisio lands a nice hook to Hawat's body. Hawat takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Nicandro Aloisio seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Aloisio uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hawat.
Hawat digs a good body shot into Aloisio's ribs.
Aloisio has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Hawat misses the shot to the body.
Aloisio connects with a right hand. Hawat shakes it off.
Aloisio wants to clinch.
Aloisio tries to close the distance and clinch but Hawat swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Hawat swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Hawat lands with a thumping leg kick.
Hawat throws a hook but Aloisio avoids it easily.
A little jabbing left from Aloisio on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Hawat attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Aloisio throws a nice outside leg kick.
Aloisio tries to clinch but Hawat moves out of range.
Hawat is looking to score with low kicks.
Hawat looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
And Aloisio responds with a good body kick, but Hawat manages to step out the way in time.#T2#
Aloisio misses with an attempted mid kick.
Hawat throws a half hearted mid kick.
It seemed like Aloisio was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Aloisio connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Aloisio throws a nice inside leg kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hawat takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Aloisio tests Hawat's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Hawat walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Aloisio throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Aloisio scores with a spinning back kick!
Hawat throws a chopping leg kick but Aloisio manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Hawat throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Aloisio cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Hawat is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Hawat misses with a body kick.
Hawat takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Hawat swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Aloisio tries to close the distance and clinch up but Hawat swats him away and circles back towards the center. #T3#
Aloisio tries to clinch there but Hawat circles away.
Hawat takes a jab right on the kisser.
Hawat scores with a body shot.
#CL2#
Aloisio closes the distance and pushes Hawat back into the cage.
Aloisio misses with a body punch.
Aloisio has a couple of punches blocked by Hawat.
Hawat is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Aloisio lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Aloisio fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Aloisio cracks Hawat with a nice body shot.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Aloisio.
Hawat looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Aloisio lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A right hand to the body from Hawat.
#T4#
Aloisio lands an elbow inside.
Hawat avoids a wild elbow strike from Aloisio.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#BC#
Hawat breaks from the clinch.
Aloisio throws a front kick that sends Hawat stumbling back into the cage.
Hawat needs to keep his hands up - Aloisio had a free shot at his head there.
Aloisio tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Hawat manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Hawat lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Aloisio tries to clinch but Hawat moves out of range.
Aloisio is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Hawat misses with a straight left.
Aloisio moves out of range of the body kick.
An inside leg kick lands from Aloisio.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Hawat takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Nice body kick from Hawat.
Hawat looks to land a body kick but Aloisio moved away.
Hawat closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Nicandro Aloisio showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Aloisio slips a straight right by Hawat.
Aloisio lands with a hook. Hawat tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Hawat pushes Aloisio away with a front kick.
Aloisio scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Aloisio scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.#CL2#
Aloisio closes the distance and pushes Hawat back into the cage.
Aloisio lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Hawat prevents a body shot from Aloisio.
Hawat will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Aloisio lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Aloisio tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Hawat just stands there and leans against the cage.
Hawat avoids a wild elbow strike from Aloisio.
Aloisio is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Hawat to keep the fight standing.
Aloisio keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Hawat's efforts to push away.
Aloisio tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Hawat's elbow. #T1#
Aloisio tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Hawat smiles and moves away.
Thufir Hawat has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nicandro Aloisio.#CL2#
Aloisio has taken the fight to the clinch.
Aloisio pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Aloisio doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Hawat wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Aloisio has him pressed against the cage.
Nice elbow from Aloisio.
Aloisio lands a right hand that snaps the head of Hawat backwards.
A right handed body shot lands from Aloisio.
Aloisio misses with a body punch.
Nicandro Aloisio seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Hawat.
Hawat is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.#BC#
Hawat escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Aloisio fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Hawat.
Aloisio lands a nice leg kick that just misses Hawat's sensitive parts.
Thufir Hawat has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Hawat tried to score with a low kick but Aloisio checks it.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Aloisio! But no joy.
Aloisio connects with a single shot there.
Aloisio avoids the body shot from Hawat.
Aloisio punishes Hawat's body with a nice straight punch.
Hawat looks to throw the jab but Aloisio is out of range.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Aloisio buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Aloisio blocks a leg kick.
Jab, jab by Aloisio - just one landing.
Aloisio uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Hawat.
Hawat tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Aloisio throws a push kick but Hawat slaps the foot to one side.
Hawat looks to land a left hand but Aloisio moved out of range nicely.
Aloisio wants to clinch up but Hawat keeps it at a distance.
Aloisio tries to close the distance and clinch up but Hawat swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Aloisio fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Hawat.
Aloisio tries to close the distance and clinch but Hawat swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #T3#
Aloisio gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Hawat drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Hawat on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Aloisio. Aloisio obviously looking to wear him down.
Hawat misses with a looping left.
Aloisio punishes Hawat's body with a nice straight punch.
The fighters circling - Hawat throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
An inside leg kick lands from Aloisio.
Aloisio uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hawat.
Aloisio dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Aloisio bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Hawat's head.
Aloisio cracks Hawat with a good jab.#CL2#
Aloisio clinches up against the cage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Aloisio lands a shot to the body.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Aloisio pushes off an throws an elbow but Hawat leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.#T4#
Hawat tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Aloisio has a couple of punches blocked by Hawat.
Aloisio jumps guard but Hawat stands there with Aloisio around his waist. Aloisio gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Hawat looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Aloisio lands with a short shot to the head.
Hawat swings wildly with an uppercut but Aloisio uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nicandro Aloisio is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
A head punch on the inside from Hawat fails to land.
Aloisio throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Hawat blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A short left from Aloisio.
Aloisio misses with a body punch.
Aloisio jumps guard but Hawat stands there with Aloisio around his waist. Aloisio gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
And that's the end of the fight!
Nicandro Aloisio comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Aloisio has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 27:30
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Nicandro Aloisio!
Our winner, Nicandro Aloisio, 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:
LAFC 26
Date: Feb 05, 2022 |
#R1#
Berlusconi shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Hawat has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Berlusconi avoids a kick to the body.
Berlusconi throws a counter combo.
Hawat lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Hawat throws a hook to the side of Berlusconi's head but Berlusconi sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Hawat tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Hawat displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Berlusconi.
The fighters circling - Hawat throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Hawat displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Berlusconi.
Thufir Hawat has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Alessandro Berlusconi.
Hawat misses with the combination.
Berlusconi tries to counter by closing the distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Berlusconi will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Hawat quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Berlusconi shoots in looking for a takedown but Hawat manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Berlusconi's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
A solid leg kick lands there for Hawat.
#T1#
Hawat pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Hawat lands with a hook. Berlusconi tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Berlusconi dives in and grabs Hawat's left leg, looking for a takedown. Hawat pushes down on Berlusconi's head and hops out.
A jab from Hawat misses.
A nice combination there by Berlusconi.
Berlusconi shoots in but no luck this time.
Berlusconi tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Hawat defends well and Berlusconi ends up having to push Hawat into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Hawat missing with a left hand there. Berlusconi was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
As Hawat backs off Berlusconi throws a huge counter combo but Hawat manages to avoid it all.
Berlusconi closes the distance but Hawat moves to the side
and Hawat counters with a thumping low kick.
Hawat misses with a wild body shot.
Berlusconi on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
#TD2#
Berlusconi shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Berlusconi stopping the sweep attempt from Hawat.
Berlusconi looking to pass the guard. #T2#
Berlusconi with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Hawat avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Berlusconi throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Hawat works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Berlusconi is looking to work some ground and pound but Hawat has wrist control.
Hawat wants to sweep here but Berlusconi controlling him for the moment.
Hawat keeping moving, preventing Berlusconi from controlling successfully.
Berlusconi sitting in guard here, content to control.
Berlusconi loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Berlusconi working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Hawat keeping moving, preventing Berlusconi from controlling successfully. #T3#
Berlusconi slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Hawat misses the jab.
Hawat throws a lazy uppercut
and Berlusconi counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Berlusconi walks into a stiff left hand from Hawat.
Hawat attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Hawat misses with a series of wild punches.
Hawat lands with a straight right. Berlusconi didn't see that one coming.
Hawat misses with a wild body shot.
Berlusconi looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Hawat. Berlusconi does a little dance to reset his feet.
Hawat throws a body kick, spinning off balance#TD2#
and Berlusconi counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Berlusconi. #T4#
Berlusconi in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Berlusconi sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Hawat tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Berlusconi throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Hawat wants to stand up but Berlusconi is controlling him.
Berlusconi not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Hawat looking to hit a scissor sweep but Berlusconi is one step ahead there.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Berlusconi trying to control the position from guard on top but Hawat is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Thufir Hawat dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Hawat connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Berlusconi's hands.
Hawat pivots, looking for a leg kick but Berlusconi is out of range and Hawat settles back down.
Berlusconi takes a jab right on the kisser.
Hawat looks to land a body kick but Berlusconi moved away.
Hawat defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Berlusconi.#TD2#
Berlusconi scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
What's Hawat going to do here then? He's in a bit of a pickle.
Alessandro Berlusconi has got the better of the ground game so far.
Berlusconi fails to land a wild elbow strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Berlusconi staying calm.#T1#
Hawat managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Berlusconi.
Berlusconi wants to control but Hawat is keeping him busy.
Hawat tries to bench press Berlusconi off him but Berlusconi keeps the position.
Berlusconi lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Hawat down.
Hawat managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Berlusconi.
Berlusconi trying to control the action but Hawat is working from the bottom.
Berlusconi might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Hawat haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Berlusconi throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Berlusconi landing a few strikes.
Hawat tries to buck Berlusconi off but Berlusconi is having none of it.#SU2#
Berlusconi has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
Berlusconi fails with a takedown attempt.
Hawat misses with a wild combination.
Hawat fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Berlusconi manages to avoid it.
Thufir Hawat is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Hawat misses with a series of wild punches.
Thufir Hawat is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Hawat catches Berlusconi with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#T3#
Horrible takedown attempt by Berlusconi or perhaps it was just good defense by Hawat, which made it look bad.
Thufir Hawat has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Alessandro Berlusconi.
Berlusconi has his takedown stuffed
and Hawat counters with a nice uppercut.
Hawat lands a head kick!
Berlusconi shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Hawat as he jumps to the side.
Hawat feints and then cracks Berlusconi's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Berlusconi down.
Berlusconi has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Hawat.
Hawat throws a head kick but Berlusconi moves out of range.
Berlusconi steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Hawat.#T4##TD2#
Berlusconi drives through with a takedown into Hawat's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Berlusconi landing some decent shots from guard.
Berlusconi is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Berlusconi controlling from the top position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Berlusconi trying to control but Hawat is working from the bottom.
Berlusconi working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Berlusconi wants to control from the top but Hawat keeps moving.
Berlusconi has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Berlusconi postures up in Hawat's guard and throws a big left but Hawat blocks it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Thufir Hawat dominated that second round.
That's time! Hawat's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3##TD2#
Berlusconi gets a takedown into half guard.
Hawat taking some punishment here, with Berlusconi in his half guard.
Hawat slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Hawat is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Berlusconi showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Berlusconi lands a couple of digs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Berlusconi postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Hawat is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#T1#
Hawat bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Berlusconi's guard. #REVR#
Hawat slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Berlusconi pulls Hawat in close to prevent any damage.
Hawat controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Berlusconi working a defensive guard here.
#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Hawat stopping the sweep attempt from Berlusconi.
Berlusconi is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Berlusconi is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Berlusconi trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Hawat lands a front kick.
Berlusconi fails to land the takedown.#T3#
Berlusconi blocks a head kick by Hawat.
Hawat throws a chopping leg kick but Berlusconi manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Hawat fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Berlusconi manages to avoid it.
Berlusconi is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Hawat is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Berlusconi can do to turn this around?#TD2#
Berlusconi closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Berlusconi lands in his opponent's guard.
Hawat preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Hawat keeping moving, preventing Berlusconi from controlling successfully. #T4#
Berlusconi is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Alessandro Berlusconi has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Berlusconi wants to control from the top but Hawat keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Berlusconi shoots in for a double leg but Hawat sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Berlusconi shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Hawat sprawls well. Hawat wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Berlusconi gets slowly back to his feet.
Thufir Hawat has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Alessandro Berlusconi.
Berlusconi takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hawat dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
And that's the end of the fight!
Thufir Hawat showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Hawat, 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 Don Winkell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Thufir Hawat! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 29, 2021 |
#R1#
Hawat scores with a push kick.
O Riley falls off balance throwing a combination
and Hawat counters with a low kick, right behind O Riley 's knee.
O Riley fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
O Riley falls off balance throwing a combination
and Hawat counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
O Riley stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Hawat.
O Riley takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
O Riley will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Hawat lands with a hook. O Riley tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
O Riley walks forward, straight into a front kick from Hawat.
O Riley shoots in and drives through. Hawat sprawls well.
Jab by Hawat.
This has been an exciting period of action!
O Riley tries to bum rush Hawat with a series of wild strikes but Hawat uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
O Riley definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
O Riley changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Hawat tries to avoid it but O Riley manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Hawat to the ground. Hawat escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
O Riley is breathing heavily.#T1#
O Riley doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Hawat counters with a stiff right hand.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Evan O Riley. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hawat scores with a nice strike.
Hawat delivers a nice body kick.
A nice inside leg kick there by Hawat. That's going to slow O Riley down.
Hawat scores with a kick to the body.
#KD2#
Hawat lands a big head kick that sends O Riley tumbling to the mat! Hawat takes a step backwards and waves O Riley back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC2#O Riley is rocked!#CUT2#It looks like Evan O Riley has been cut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hawat scores with a kick to the midsection.
Oh O Riley is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Hawat lands with a nice body punch.
O Riley walks into a straight right, dropping him to the canvas! Hawat swarms him and finishes the fight with a hail of punches! What a brutal finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Thufir Hawat! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 22, 2021 |
#R1#
A solid leg kick lands there for Hawat.
A shot to the liver by Hawat. Beautiful body shot.
Robertson fails with an attempt to clinch.
Robertson has his takedown stuffed
and Hawat cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CL#
Robertson takes the fight into the clinch.
Robertson tries for a takedown. No joy.
Hawat lands with a short shot to the head.
Hawat tries a knee to the head but Robertson blocks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Robertson has Hawat pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Hawat manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jake Robertson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Robertson tries for a takedown but Hawat manages to get underhooks.
Robertson goes for a takedown in the clinch but Hawat prevents it.
Robertson tries to throw a body punch but Hawat avoids it by throwing Robertson back against the cage. #T1#
Robertson is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Hawat is defending well.
Hawat just leaning against Robertson, taking a breather.
Robertson stalls.
Hawat lands a right hand that snaps the head of Robertson backwards.
Hawat lands a body shot. #BC2#
Hawat escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Thufir Hawat is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Robertson shoots for a takedown but Hawat saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
A head kick misses from Hawat. #CL#
Robertson clinches up with Hawat and pushes him back against the cage.#BC2#
Hawat breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Hawat lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Hawat has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.#T2#
Robertson moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Robertson fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Hawat throws a nice inside leg kick.
Hawat tests Robertson's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hawat stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Hawat wants it to stay on the feet.
Hawat flicks out a counter leg kick but Robertson steps away.
Robertson walks forward, straight into a front kick from Hawat.
Robertson misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Robertson throws a lazy uppercut
and Hawat counters with a nice leg kick.
Hawat lands a nice looking kick to the body. Robertson takes a step back to recover.
Robertson takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Robertson takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Hawat scores with a kick to the body.
#T3#
Robertson fails with a takedown attempt.
Hawat lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Robertson fails with an attempt to clinch.
Jake Robertson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Robertson darts in and clinches Hawat up against the cage.
Robertson goes for a takedown attempt but Hawat pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
#CL#
Robertson has taken the fight to the clinch.
Robertson pressing his opponent against the cage. #T4#
Robertson is looking to take this one to the mat.#BC2#
Hawat manages to break the clinch.
Hawat lands a leg kick that knocks Robertson off balance momentarily.
Robertson fails with the takedown.
Hawat connects with an inside leg kick.
Hawat fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Robertson.
Hawat dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Robertson. That did some damage!
Hawat circles away from the clinch attempt
and Hawat counters with a slapping leg kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Thufir Hawat dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2##CL#
Robertson clinches up with Hawat and pushes him back against the cage.
Robertson drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Hawat misses with an elbow over the top.
The referee calls for Robertson to work.
Robertson is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Robertson is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Hawat pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Robertson swings away with an uppercut that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hawat letting Robertson take a breather here.
Robertson wants a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jake Robertson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hawat lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Thufir Hawat seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.#T1#
Hawat gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Robertson.
Robertson takes a shot to the head. #BC2#
Hawat breaks the clinch.
Hawat keeps Robertson at a distance using the push kick.
Hawat has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Hawat - that will leave a mark!
Hawat connects with the punch.
Robertson will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Robertson on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Hawat scores with a jab to the body.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Hawat - that will leave a mark!
Robertson tries to clinch
enabling Hawat to counter with a crisp jab.
Robertson walks forward, straight into a front kick from Hawat.#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hawat lands with a thumping leg kick.
Hawat scores with a sloppy right hand. Robertson should have avoided that one.
Hawat connects with a leg kick.
Hawat fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Robertson.
Hawat moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Hawat fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Robertson has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Robertson darts in trying to clinch
and Hawat counters with a left to the body.
Robertson takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Hawat throws a leg kick which misses Robertson's front leg but catches the back leg as Robertson tries to avoid it.
Hawat delivers a nice body kick.
Hawat lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.#T3#
Hawat delivers a nice body kick.
Hawat lands a slapping body shot.
Hawat chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Robertson takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Robertson moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#ROC2#Robertson is rocked!
Hawat throws a nice outside leg kick.
Oh Robertson is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Robertson get stunned by a cross and takes another one on the button. Robertson stumbles backwards and tries to bounce back off the cage but Hawat runs in and jumps on him with a leaping lead hook that puts him out! Wow, that was highlight reel stuff! Awesome finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:32 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Thufir Hawat! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 13, 2021 |
#R1#
Hawat lands a nice leg kick that just misses Sister's sensitive parts.
Hawat has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Hawat misses with a body kick.
Sister half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Hawat lands a nice looking kick to the body. Sister takes a step back to recover.
Hawat throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Sister's head.
Hawat lands with a cross.
Hawat staying out of range there.
Sister closes this distance looking for a takedown but Hawat circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hawat feints and then cracks Sister's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Sister down.
Sister blocks a jab.
Hawat cracks Sister with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.#T1#
Sister shoots in for a double leg but Hawat sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Hawat chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Sister throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Hawat counters with a nice body shot.
Hawat sizes up Sister with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Sister on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Hawat thuds a left hand into Sister's body.
Hawat lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Sister blocks the body kick.
#T2#
Hawat lands with a kick to the ribs.
Sister misses with a double jab
and Hawat counters with a series of strikes. Sister will be more careful next time no doubt.
Thufir Hawat seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hawat looks for the body kick but Sister saw that one coming.
Sister fails with a takedown attempt.
Hawat is looking for the big counter here.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mister Sister. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sister takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Hawat moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.#T3#
Sister takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Sister has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Hawat.
Hawat lands a front kick.
Sister is breathing heavily.
Hawat is looking to slow Sister down with leg kicks.
Hawat throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Hawat throws a head kick that half lands.
Hawat misses with a head kick.
Sister was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Hawat lands a nice looking body kick.#T4#
Sister gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Hawat throws a head kick that Sister semi-blocks.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hawat misses with a head kick.
Hawat scores with a sloppy right hand. Sister should have avoided that one.
Hawat scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
A solid leg kick lands there for Hawat.
Hawat lands with a thumping leg kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Thufir Hawat dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Sister on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
A nice inside leg kick there by Hawat. That's going to slow Sister down.
Hawat connects with a leg kick.
Sister is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Hawat thumps Sister with a low kick.
Hawat throws a leg kick which misses Sister's front leg but catches the back leg as Sister tries to avoid it.
Sister walks into a stiff left hand from Hawat.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Sister might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hawat turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Nice defenses there by Hawat.
Hawat with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
#T1#
Sister on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Hawat. Hawat obviously looking to wear him down.
Sister throws a leg kick that is checked
and Hawat counters with a good low kick that Sister was not able to check.
Hawat thows a body kick. Sister tries to catch it but that hurt him.
A nice leg kick lands there from Hawat.
Hawat lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
The crowd cheers as Hawat lands an impressive looking overhand right. Sister doesn't seem phased though.
Hawat looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Sister takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Sister walks into a straight right hand from Hawat.
Hawat has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T2#
Sister takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hawat lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Hawat misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Sister will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Hawat throws a head kick but Sister moves out of range.
As Hawat tries to get set, Sister tries to push him back and clinch up but Hawat manages to avoid the attempt.
Hawat with a hook.
Hawat works Sister's body with a nice hook.
A solid body kick from Hawat.
Hawat scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
#T3#
Hawat lands a nice looking body kick.
Hawat scoring well with a low kick there.
Sister shoots and misses
and Sister takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Hawat's jab looks to have found its range, popping Sister under the eye.
Hawat lands with a kick to the ribs.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Hawat throws a head kick but Sister moves out of range.
Sister swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A nice leg kick lands there from Hawat.
Sister with a poor takedown
and Hawat counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
This is turning into a torrid day at the office for Sister. He's trying desperately to land a takedown but he's failing miserably and getting slapped silly on the feet to compound his misery.#T4#
A punch lands to the side of Sister 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Hawat with the inside leg kick.
Sister on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Hawat. Hawat obviously looking to wear him down.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hawat connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Hawat lands with a thumping leg kick.
Jab by Hawat.
Sister throws a low kick, looking for Hawat's leg but Hawat calmly moves out of range.
Hawat connects with a body shot that sends Sister's belly button to the back.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Thufir Hawat showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Hawat connects with a high kick.
A solid body kick from Hawat.
Sister stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Hawat.
Hawat throws a leg kick which misses Sister's front leg but catches the back leg as Sister tries to avoid it.
Hawat swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Sister throws a hook but Hawat avoids it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Good standup being displayed there by Hawat as he connects with a hook.
Nice body kick from Hawat.
Hawat looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Sister jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.#T1#
Sister takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Sister chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Hawat can pounce on him.
Hawat looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Hawat delivers a nice body kick.
Hawat bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Hawat chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Hawat fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Sister has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Hawat throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
#T2#
Hawat throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
It looked like Sister wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Hawat wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hawat throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Sister stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Hawat connects with a solid leg kick.
Hawat with the inside leg kick.
Hawat buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Hawat tests Sister's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Sister on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Hawat. Hawat obviously looking to wear him down.
#T3#
Sister has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Hawat.
Sister takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Hawat lands a nice leg kick that just misses Sister's sensitive parts.
Hawat fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Sister has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Hawat throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Hawat works the jab nicely.
Hawat looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Sister swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#T4#
Sister takes one to the chin there.
Hawat feints and then cracks Sister's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Sister down.
Hawat tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Hawat looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
A slapping body kick lands there for Hawat.
Mister Sister has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hawat with the inside leg kick.
A solid leg kick lands there for Hawat.
And that's the end of the fight!
Thufir Hawat comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Hawat has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge William Peck scores the fight 24:30
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 24:30
Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight 24:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Thufir Hawat! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 07, 2021 |
#R1#
Hawat connects with a high kick.
Surf fails with an attempt to clinch.
Hawat throws a quick counter kick to the body but Surf avoids it.
Surf closes the distance looking to clinch
enabling Hawat to counter with a crisp jab.
Surf with a poor takedown
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Hawat lands with a cross.
Surf tries to close the distance and clinch but Hawat swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Surf tries to close the distance and clinch but Hawat swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Hawat is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Surf tries to clinch up
and Hawat counters with a nice low kick that buckles Surf's knee momentarily.
Danga de danga de dang - Hawat scores with a four punch combination!#ROC#Surf is rocked!
Surf leaves his chin hanging out and Hawat seizes the opportunity with an uppercut! Surf crumbles to the floor in a heap, and the referee steps in and tends to the downed fighter! What a knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Thufir Hawat! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 04, 2021 |
#R1#
Hawat throws a head kick but Portman moves out of range.
Portman blocks a head kick by Hawat.
#CL#
Hawat gets tackled into the cage by Portman. Portman maintains the clinch.
Portman jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Hawat walks away with a smile on his face. Portman gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. #CL#
Portman takes the fight into the clinch.
Portman blocks a body shot from Hawat. #TD#
Portman successfully pulls guard.
#SUB#
Portman has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Hawat can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Portman seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Hawat wants to pass the guard but Portman is keeping the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hawat is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T1#
Hawat trying to control the position from guard on top but Portman is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SU2#
Hawat gets to his feet. Portman looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son! #CL#
Portman fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Hawat, pushing him back against the cage.
Portman jumps guard but Hawat turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. #BC2#
Hawat's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL#
Portman pushes Hawat up against the cage in a clinch.#TD#
Portman manages to pull guard.
Hawat stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Portman swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T2#
Hawat trying to control but Portman is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Hawat avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB#
Portman working for a triangle but Hawat defends it easily.
Hawat has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Portman is proving hard to escape from. #T3#
Hawat sitting in guard here, content to control. #SUB#
Portman is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Hawat has his hands clasped together but Portman extends and breaks Hawat's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Portman.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Hex Portman!
Hex Portman made sure to give a little speech post fight, saying 'Thanks everyone remember its Bear N Saint Baby.'. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 28, 2021 |
#R1#
That kick from Hawat tenderised McNamara's leg. McNamara is trying to keep his angry face on.
McNamara shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Hawat sprawls well. Hawat wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. McNamara gets slowly back to his feet.
Hawat misses with a low kick.
Hawat connects with a solid leg kick.
Hawat scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Hawat throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #CL2#
McNamara instigates a clinch.
McNamara drops down looking for an ankle pick but Hawat pulls his leg out and moves away.
Hawat throws a hook but McNamara avoids it easily.
Hawat turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McNamara fails with the takedown
letting Hawat counter with a right hand.
Thufir Hawat has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mason McNamara.
Hawat throws a sloppy head kick and McNamara moves out of range easily.
McNamara throws a wild body kick that Hawat sees coming a mile off.
Hawat throws a push kick but McNamara slaps the foot to one side.
Hawat has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.#T1#
McNamara fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Hawat throws a quick inside leg kick.
Hawat thumps McNamara with a low kick.
McNamara is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
McNamara doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
McNamara misses with a takedown attempt
and Hawat counters with a one-two to the body.
McNamara finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
A little feinted left hand from Hawat on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Hawat looks to land a combination. McNamara sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Hawat lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
McNamara takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Hawat scoring well with a low kick there.
#T2#
Hawat cracks McNamara with a good jab.
McNamara tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Hawat paws at him with a jab and circles away.#CL2#
McNamara drives through and clinches with Hawat against the cage.
Hawat has McNamara pressed against the cage.
Nice elbow from Hawat. #BC#
Hawat escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
McNamara feints and then cracks Hawat's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Hawat down.
McNamara takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Hawat jabs at McNamara's body.
Hawat swats away the attempt to clinch by McNamara.
Hawat avoids the head kick by McNamara.
#T3#
Hawat connects with a leg kick.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Hawat.
Hawat circles away from the clinch attempt.
McNamara shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Hawat pinned against the cage. Hawat gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Hawat with a nice calf kick.
McNamara tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Hawat counters with a big head kick but McNamara shrugs it off.
Hawat lands a straight punch to the body, keeping McNamara at a distance.
Hawat bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps McNamara's head backwards.
No joy there for Hawat, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Thufir Hawat seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hawat scores with a jab. McNamara acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #T4#
McNamara shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Hawat but Hawat pushes him off and we're back to square one.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
McNamara has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Hawat.
McNamara tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Hawat lands a head kick!
McNamara shoots in for a takedown but Hawat shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
McNamara takes a head kick and keeps coming.
McNamara on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Hawat. Hawat obviously looking to wear him down.
Hawat scores with the left hand. McNamara knows he should have avoided that one.
Hawat with a nice calf kick.
McNamara looks for a takedown but Hawat sprawls well.#CL2#
McNamara rushes Hawat and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Thufir Hawat dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
McNamara has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Hawat.
Hawat lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
McNamara misses with a takedown
and Hawat counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
McNamara throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Hawat's waist but Hawat gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing McNamara off to one side.
Hawat throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
McNamara tries to close the distance and clinch but Hawat swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
As McNamara backs away, Hawat returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
McNamara has his takedown stuffed
and Hawat counters with a straight right hand.
Thufir Hawat has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mason McNamara.
Hawat scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.#ROC#McNamara is rocked!
Hawat lands a nice looking body kick.
McNamara stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Hawat.
McNamara fails with an attempt to clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McNamara gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Hawat counters with a nice leg kick.
Hawat lets loose with a powerful body kick. McNamara will feel that in the morning.
McNamara is breathing heavily.#T1#
McNamara chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Hawat can pounce on him.
Hawat lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Hawat scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
McNamara takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
McNamara is still on wobbly legs! Can Hawat finish him?
Hawat connects with a leg kick.
McNamara shoots and misses
and Hawat counters with a solid body kick.
McNamara seems to have recovered his senses.
Hawat throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent McNamara stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Hawat throws a quick inside leg kick.
McNamara is sent reeling backwards by a solid uppercut. He barely regains his balance and Hawat moves in for the kill throwing a continuous barrage of punches that force the ref to step in.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:41 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Thufir Hawat! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 19, 2021 |
#R1#
Hawat avoids the head kick by Henrique.
Hawat looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Henrique throws a head kick but Hawat moves out of range.
Henrique missing with a left hand there. Hawat was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Hawat thows a leg kick but Henrique checks it
and Henrique cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Hawat shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
A looping hook to the body misses from Henrique. Hawat does a little dance to reset his feet.
Hawat scores with a push kick.
Hawat misses with a lunging right hand
and Henrique counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Hawat ducks under a wild hook from Henrique.
Hawat lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Hawat is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Henrique throws a lazy right hand but Hawat sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Hawat throws a body kick that misses
and Henrique cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CUT#It looks like Thufir Hawat has been cut.
Hawat has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Hawat throws a leg kick
and Henrique counters with a straight right hand.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Henrique blocks a head kick by Hawat.
It looked like Henrique was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Hawat.
Henrique misses with a double jab
and Hawat counters with a series of strikes. Henrique will be more careful next time no doubt. #T1#
Henrique checks a leg kick.
Hawat throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Henrique sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Hawat uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Henrique.
Henrique throws out a powerful jab.
Henrique throws the left hand but Hawat avoids the punch easily.
Hawat ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Henrique throws a head kick that misses.
Henrique misses with a body shot.
A low kick from Hawat is predictable there
and Henrique counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Hawat thuds his shin into the meat of Henrique's side.
Hawat swings widly with a right hand
and Henrique counters with a stiff right hand.
Henrique throws a hook to the side of Hawat's head but Hawat sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Hawat misses with a low kick.
Hawat ducks under a wild hook from Henrique.
Henrique misses with a shot to the body
and Henrique takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Henrique rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Hawat counters with a thumping low kick. #T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Henrique lands a lovely overhand right.
A shot to the liver by Henrique. Beautiful body shot.
Hawat misses with a low kick.
Henrique lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Hawat backs up against the cage.
Hawat steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Henrique.
Hawat misses with a hook
enabling Henrique to counter with a crisp jab.
Henrique jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Hawat throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Henrique counters with a straight right hand.
Henrique defending well as Hawat loads up on a big left hand.
Hawat buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Hawat with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Henrique to score with a decent uppercut.
Henrique misses with a hook
and Hawat cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Henrique steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Hawat.
Hawat misses with a head kick.
Henrique is looking to counter punch.
A big right from Hawat misses.
Thufir Hawat seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hawat keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
#T3#
Henrique avoids a kick to the body.
Henrique is looking for a counter combo.
Hawat misses with a low kick.
Hawat scoring well with a low kick there.
Henrique takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Henrique scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Hawat getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Henrique throws a body shot but no joy.
Henrique jabs at Hawat's body.
Henrique misses the shot to the body.
Hawat misses with a leg kick
and Henrique makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
The fighters circle momentarily. Henrique darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
An inside leg kick lands from Hawat.
Hawat moves into range and connects with a jab.
Henrique jabs at Hawat's body.
Hawat thows a leg kick but Henrique checks it
and Henrique counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A slapping leg kick lands for Hawat.
#T4#
Henrique scores with a jab to the body.
Henrique loads up on a big right hand but Hawat slips the punch.
Hawat was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Hawat goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Henrique throws a hook but Hawat blocks it.
A low kick from Hawat is predictable there
and Henrique counters with a stiff right hand. #CUT#That has opened up Thufir Hawat's cut even more.
Decent striking displayed by Henrique there.
Henrique fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Henrique fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Hawat manages to avoid it.
Hawat misses with a double jab.
Hawat drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Henrique lands with an uppercut that bounces Hawat off the cage and back into range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Hawat throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Hawat just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromHenrique.
Hawat pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A lazy left from Henrique finds it's target.#ROC#Hawat is rocked!
Henrique jabs at Hawat's body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Bruno Henrique dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Thufir Hawat's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Henrique scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Hawat is still on wobbly legs! Can Henrique finish him?
Hawat misses with a lunging right hand
and Henrique counters with a powerful cross that connects right on the chin and the lights go out! A massive one punch knock out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:09 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Bruno Henrique!
A victorious Bruno Henrique thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 19, 2021 |
#R1#
Baldwin bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Hawat lands with a hook. Baldwin tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. #CL#
Baldwin gets a clinch.
Baldwin blocking some punches.
Hawat takes a shot to the head.
A nice left hand lands by Baldwin.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Baldwin lands a shot to the body.#BC#
Baldwin breaks from the clinch.
#CL#
Baldwin gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Baldwin lands a left hand.
Hawat prevents a body shot from Baldwin.
Hawat blocks a body shot from Baldwin. #BC#
Baldwin breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Baldwin will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
The fighters circling - Baldwin throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Hawat was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.#CL#
Baldwin moves into the clinch.#T1#
Baldwin blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Baldwin misses with a body punch.
A short uppercut from Baldwin. #BC#
Baldwin's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Hawat connects with a solid leg kick.
A jab from Baldwin misses.
Hawat slips a straight right by Baldwin.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Hawat! But no joy.
Hawat is looking to slow Baldwin down with leg kicks.
Hawat cracks Baldwin with a right hand to the side of the head.
Baldwin throws a leg kick which misses Hawat's front leg but catches the back leg as Hawat tries to avoid it.
Baldwin avoids the head kick by Hawat.
Baldwin lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Hawat works over Baldwin's head and body with a nice combination.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hawat misses with a body kick.
Baldwin is looking for a counter combo.
Baldwin scores with a head kick. Hawat tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Baldwin slips under a jab from Hawat.
Hawat throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#T2##CL#
Baldwin gets a clinch.
A short left from Baldwin.
Baldwin misses with a short punch on the inside. #BC#
Baldwin breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Baldwin tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Hawat's elbow.
Hawat misses with a punch on the inside.
#BC#
Baldwin breaks the clinch.
Baldwin swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Hawat thows a left - swing and a miss!
Hawat has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Baldwin finds it's way round the side to connect with Hawat's head.
Hawat looks to land a body kick but Baldwin moved away.
Baldwin lands a head kick!
Hawat throws out a loose jab but Baldwin uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jab, jab by Baldwin - just one landing.
Hawat misses with a few strikes there.
#T3#
Baldwin motions for Hawat to come forward. Baldwin throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. #CL#
Baldwin has managed to clinch.
Baldwin lands with a light punch inside.
Baldwin lands a left hand that snaps the head of Hawat backwards.
Baldwin lands with a right to the head.
Baldwin lands with a short punch from the clinch.
The referee calls for Baldwin to work.
#BC2#
Hawat breaks the clinch.
Baldwin lands a nice shot to the body.
Hawat tries a head kick but it misses.
Baldwin with a nice calf kick.#CL#
Baldwin closes the distance and clinches.
Hawat just leaning against Baldwin, taking a breather.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#BC#
Baldwin's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Baldwin swinging wildly here.
#T4#
Baldwin defending well as Hawat loads up on a big left hand.
Hawat walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Hawat has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Baldwin.
Baldwin scores with a three punch combo!
Baldwin throws a hook to the side of Hawat's head but Hawat sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Hawat takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Baldwin connects with a good right hand that stumbles Hawat. Hawat circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Hawat attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Baldwin misses with a hook.
Baldwin steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Hawat.
Hawat throws a body kick that misses
and Baldwin connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Baldwin connects with a single shot there.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Baldwin cracks Hawat with an open hand slap.
Hawat swings for the body but Baldwin moves out of range.
Sloppy strikes from Baldwin. Those never looked like landing.
Hawat was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Hawat scores with a jab.
Hawat on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Baldwin. Baldwin obviously looking to wear him down.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Brandon Baldwin dominated that round.
That's time! Baldwin's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Baldwin misses with a few strikes there.
Baldwin scoring well with a low kick there.
Hawat throws a nice looking combination but Baldwin bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Baldwin swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Baldwin blocks the body kick.
Hawat throws a low kick, looking for Baldwin's leg but Baldwin calmly moves out of range.
An attempted straight right counter from Baldwin misses the target.
Baldwin sizes up Hawat with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Baldwin is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Hawat can do to turn this around?
Hawat connects with a good right hand that stumbles Baldwin. Baldwin circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Hawat throws a leg kick
and Baldwin counters with a head kick.
Baldwin lands with an overhand left.
Baldwin checks the leg kick.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Baldwin checks a leg kick.
Baldwin tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #CL#
Baldwin has Hawat up against the cage in a clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Hawat is trying to break the clinch but Baldwin is controlling him.
Baldwin digs a right hand underneath Hawat's ribcage. Hawat let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Baldwin makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#T1#
A short uppercut from Baldwin.
Good body shot from Baldwin.
Baldwin scores with a nice hook to the head.
Brandon Baldwin has scored more points in the clinch so far.#BC2#
Hawat pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Hawat ducks right into an uppercut from Baldwin.
Hawat looks to score with a jab to the body but Baldwin is just out of range.
Hawat throws an off balance right hand
and Hawat takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #ROC#Hawat is rocked!
Hawat throws a solid leg kick but Baldwin takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Hawat.
Hawat swings and misses with a shot to the body
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Hawat looks to land a body kick but Baldwin moved away.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.#CL#
Baldwin gets a clinch.
Baldwin tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Hawat wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#BC#
Baldwin pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Baldwin dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Hawat. That did some damage!
Nice shot by Baldwin.#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hawat connects with a body shot that sends Baldwin's belly button to the back.
Hawat throws a leg kick but Baldwin moved away.
Baldwin misses with a head kick.
Baldwin misses with a wild combination.
Hawat just misses with a punch to the body.
A chopping leg kick lands by Hawat.
Hawat looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Hawat looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Baldwin's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Baldwin duly obliges. #CL#
Baldwin closes the distance and pushes Hawat back into the cage.
A body shot lands from Baldwin.
#BC#
Baldwin breaks the clinch.
Baldwin avoids the head kick by Hawat.
Baldwin looks to land a left hand but Hawat moved out of range nicely.
A good leg kick by Hawat.
A low kick lands for Baldwin.
#T3#
Baldwin throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Hawat.
Baldwin lands a high kick!
Hawat takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Baldwin lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Hawat's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Hawat looks to land a body kick but Baldwin moved away.
Baldwin feints and then cracks Hawat's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Hawat down.
Hawat fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Hawat scores with the left hand. Baldwin knows he should have avoided that one. #CL#
Baldwin has closed the distance and engaged Hawat in a clinch.
Baldwin misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Still in the clinch, Baldwin scores with a nice short uppercut.
A right hook to the body lands for Baldwin.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A short left from Baldwin.
Baldwin's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Hawat looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#T4#
A bit of stalling here from Baldwin.
#BC#
Baldwin breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Baldwin will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Baldwin will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Hawat throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
A nice leg kick from Hawat, right into the meat of the thigh.
Hawat slips a jab and a cross from Baldwin.
Baldwin misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Baldwin ducks under a wild hook from Hawat.
Hawat misses with a head kick.
Baldwin seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Hawat fails to land with a series of punches.
Hawat takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Hawat tries to land a leg kick but Baldwin saw it coming and moves away.
Baldwin moves out of range as Hawat strikes.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Brandon Baldwin dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Baldwin throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Hawat on the side of the head.
Hawat misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
No joy there for Baldwin, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Hawat misses with a hook. Baldwin ducked under it nicely.
Hawat misses with a body shot.
Hawat connects with a high kick.
Baldwin tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Baldwin chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Hawat can pounce on him.
Hawat keeps Baldwin at a distance using the push kick.
Brandon Baldwin seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hawat lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
A head kick misses from Hawat.
Baldwin uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Hawat.
A little feinted left hand from Baldwin on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Baldwin tries to clinch but Hawat is having none of it.
Sloppy strikes from Baldwin. Those never looked like landing. #CL#
Baldwin moves into the clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Baldwin lands a body shot in the clinch.
Hawat takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Good body shot from Baldwin.
#T1#
Baldwin works on Hawat's body with a couple of short punches.
Baldwin lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Hawat's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Baldwin throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Baldwin taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Baldwin lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Hawat backwards.
Baldwin working some nice short punches in the clinch.#BC#
Baldwin escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Baldwin dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Hawat misses with a body kick.
Hawat takes one to the chin there.
Hawat walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Sloppy strikes from Baldwin. Those never looked like landing.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#CL#
Baldwin has closed the distance and engaged Hawat in a clinch.
#BC#
Baldwin pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T2#
Baldwin checks a leg kick nicely.
Baldwin looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Baldwin keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Hawat misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Baldwin scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Baldwin getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Baldwin.
Hawat stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Baldwin.
Baldwin walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Baldwin connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #CL#
Baldwin has closed the distance and engaged Hawat in a clinch.
Baldwin scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Hawat tries to break free but Baldwin pushes him back against the cage.
Hawat has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Baldwin lands a right hand that snaps the head of Hawat backwards.
Baldwin lands a right hand. #T3#
A bit of stalling here from Hawat.
Baldwin lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #BC#
Baldwin breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#CL#
Baldwin moves into range and clinches up with Hawat.
Hawat is trying to break free.#BC#
Baldwin escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Baldwin throws a right and a left that both miss.
Hawat misses the jab.
Hawat showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Baldwin.
Baldwin lands a nice leg kick that just misses Hawat's sensitive parts.
Hawat tries a head kick but it misses.
Baldwin seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Baldwin cracks Hawat with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Hawat scoring well with a low kick there.
Brandon Baldwin is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T4#
Baldwin takes a jab right on the kisser.
Hawat goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Baldwin lands with a thumping leg kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hawat throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Baldwin plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!#CL#
Baldwin clinches up against the cage.
A left hand lands to the body for Baldwin.
Brandon Baldwin is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
A nice right hand lands inside from Baldwin.
Hawat is still on wobbly legs! Can Baldwin finish him?#BC#
Baldwin breaks from the clinch.
Baldwin closes the distance and lands a vicious right hand that drops Hawat! Baldwin dives in looking to finish! Hawat is still trying to defend himself but he's taking too many shots and the referee has no choice but to stop the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:41 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Brandon Baldwin!
During a confident post fight interview, Brandon Baldwin thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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