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Event:
LAFC 55
Date: Oct 15, 2022 |
#R1#
Shewmaker just misses with a punch to the body.
Ganz steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Shewmaker.
Shewmaker throws a poor cross that misses
and Ganz counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CUT#It looks like Steven Shewmaker has been cut.
Nice jab there from Shewmaker.
Shewmaker swings for the body but Ganz moves out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Ganz on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Shewmaker throws a jab but it's blocked by Ganz.
Ganz dodges the punch combination from Shewmaker.
Nice defenses there by Ganz.
An attempted straight right counter from Ganz misses the target.
Ganz lands a nice leg kick that just misses Shewmaker's sensitive parts.
Ganz seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Steven Shewmaker seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shewmaker pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
A quick step to the side and Ganz tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ganz lands with a shot to the body.
Ganz moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Ganz throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Shewmaker misses with the combination.
A little feinted left hand from Ganz on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#T1#
Ganz steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Shewmaker.
Ganz swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A shot to the body from Shewmaker misses
and Ganz counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Shewmaker misses with a straight right.
Shewmaker misses with a right hand
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Shewmaker throws an off balance right hand
and Ganz counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Shewmaker thinking.
Ganz thuds his right hand into Shewmaker's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Shewmaker avoids the body shot from Ganz.
Shewmaker waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Ganz.
Ganz misses the jab.
Shewmaker misses with an uppercut
enabling Ganz to counter with a crisp jab. #CUT#That has opened up Steven Shewmaker's cut even more.
Shewmaker pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Ganz half committed to a counter leg kick.
Shewmaker throws the left hand but Ganz avoids the punch easily.
Shewmaker scores with a nice head shot.#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Shewmaker loads up on a big right hand but Ganz slips the punch.
Shewmaker throws a looping overhand right but Ganz ducks down to avoid it.
A little feinted left hand from Ganz on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Ganz uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Shewmaker.
Shewmaker takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
A good leg kick by Ganz.
Shewmaker misses with a hook.
Shewmaker takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Ganz slips under a jab from Shewmaker.
Ganz connects with a solid leg kick.
A bone on bone clash there as Shewmaker blocks the leg kick.
Ganz just misses with a punch to the body.
Shewmaker swings for the body but Ganz moves out of range.
An inside leg kick from Ganz misses. #T3#
Ganz throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Shewmaker 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.
Shewmaker misses with a left hand
and Ganz counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CUT#The cut above Steven Shewmaker's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Shewmaker misses with a left hand
and Ganz makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Shewmaker really felt that one!
Shewmaker misses with a left hand
and Ganz counters with a left to the body.
Donk. Ganz catches Shewmaker right on the button with a cross.#CUT#Steven Shewmaker's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
Shewmaker scores with a sloppy right hand. Ganz should have avoided that one.
A low kick lands for Ganz.
Shewmaker throws a hook but Ganz blocks it.
Shewmaker scores with a head kick.
A jab from Shewmaker misses.
A little feinted left hand from Ganz on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Shewmaker has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Shewmaker there as he acknowledges the shot.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Steven Shewmaker's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Bartolomeu Ganz! |
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Event:
LAFC FN 10
Date: Sep 10, 2022 |
#R1#
Nice takedown defense from Shewmaker. No joy for Arby on that attempt.
Shewmaker misses with a double jab.
Arby shoots in looking for a takedown. Shewmaker tries to sprawl out of it but Arby keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Shewmaker manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Shewmaker has been working on his boxing with his coaches at The Jungle Room in the buildup to the fight.
Arby avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Arby tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Nice takedown defense from Shewmaker. No joy for Arby on that attempt.
Steven Shewmaker has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Katelynn Arby.
A cross from Shewmaker lands.
Shewmaker swings for the body but Arby moves out of range.
Some wild striking there from Shewmaker.
Shewmaker misses with a few strikes there.
#TD2#
Arby darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Shewmaker gets full guard.#SUB#
Shewmaker looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Arby has picked Shewmaker up and slammed him! Shewmaker can't keep hold of the triangle and Arby manages to pass to side control!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB2#
Arby has hold of Shewmaker's arm here. He's working for an Americana. It looks like he might have it! Shewmaker tries to escape but he's just digging himself in deeper - Arby cranks the arm and Shewmaker screams in pain! The ref makes a decision and ends the fight before the tap - no complains from Shewmaker, who is just happy to have his arm attached to his body.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Katelynn Arby!
Katelynn Arby 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:
AFC 10: Adlehyde vs Morrison
Date: Jul 09, 2022 |
#R1#
Kirin misses with a two punch combination.
Shewmaker takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
#CUT#It looks like Steven Shewmaker has been cut.
Kirin throws a hook to the side of Shewmaker's head but Shewmaker sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kirin blocks the body kick.
Kirin swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Kirin fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Shewmaker on the side of the head.
Shewmaker lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Shewmaker misses with a takedown attempt #KD#
and Kirin counters with a nice right hand that sends Shewmaker toppling to the canvas! Shewmaker scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Kirin finish him?!#ROC#Shewmaker is rocked!#CUT#That has opened up Steven Shewmaker's cut even more.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kirin is looking for an opening here. He's unloaded a big left hand that catches Shewmaker flush on the jaw and sends him tumbling to the canvas! Shewmaker is out cold! Kirin holds back from landing any unnecessary shots to his unconscious opponent, as the referee reacts slowly to the situation. A brutal knockout and then some excellent sportsmanship - this guy is my new favorite fighter!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Kokkoro Kirin!
Kokkoro Kirin decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
AFC 6: Rize vs Bone
Date: May 28, 2022 |
#R1#
Gazersky on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Steven Shewmaker seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Gazersky throws a body punch but Shewmaker moves out of range.
Shewmaker attempts a counter takedown but Gazersky avoids it well and moves away.
Gazersky throws a right hand that misses
#CL#
and Shewmaker counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Gazersky leaning his opponent against the cage.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Shewmaker tries to work over Gazersky's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Gazersky tries to work over Shewmaker's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Gazersky lands with a left to the head. #TD#
Shewmaker manages to pull guard.
Gazersky trying to control the position from guard on top but Shewmaker is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Shewmaker is trying to control the position from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gazersky content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Shewmaker lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Shewmaker looking to pass the guard. #T1#
Gazersky looking to hit a scissor sweep but Shewmaker is one step ahead there.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Gazersky is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Gazersky with a flurry of punches that miss.
Gazersky content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Shewmaker keeping full guard, as Gazersky tries to pass.
Gazersky working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Gazersky throwing strikes but missing.
Shewmaker will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB#
Shewmaker escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Gazersky gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T2#
Gazersky pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Shewmaker is keeping the position for now.
Gazersky trying to control but Shewmaker is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Shewmaker throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Gazersky landing with the ground and pound.
Shewmaker looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Shewmaker is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Shewmaker trying to control the position from guard on top but Gazersky is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Gazersky is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Shewmaker trying to control the position from guard on top but Gazersky is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Shewmaker stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Gazersky swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Gazersky keeping moving, preventing Shewmaker from controlling successfully.
Shewmaker pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Gazersky is keeping the position for now.
Gazersky is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Shewmaker stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Gazersky swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Gazersky is trying to keep Shewmaker in close.
Shewmaker passes into half guard.
Gazersky missing with punches from the bottom.
Shewmaker trying to pass the guard but Gazersky defending well.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Gazersky tries to roll over but Shewmaker keeps him under control.
Gazersky flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.
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 Steven Shewmaker will probably get the nod.
That's time! Shewmaker's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Gazersky checks a leg kick.
Shewmaker thows a left - swing and a miss!
Shewmaker fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Steven Shewmaker is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Shewmaker shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Gazersky as he avoids it easily.
Gazersky digs a good body shot into Shewmaker's ribs.
Shewmaker throws a right and a left that Gazersky avoids nicely.
Gazersky fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Shewmaker manages to avoid it.
Shewmaker uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Gazersky.
A jab from Shewmaker misses.
Shewmaker fails to land with a series of punches.
Shewmaker throws a right hand that Gazersky ducks under and follows up with a left that Gazersky also avoids with ease.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shewmaker drops his hands momentarily and Gazersky takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Gazersky lunges at Shewmaker with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Shewmaker's hand. #CUT2#It looks like Steven Shewmaker has been cut.
Shewmaker looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Shewmaker slips under a jab.
Shewmaker misses with a series of wild punches.
#T1#
Shewmaker displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Gazersky throws out the jab.
Shewmaker pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Gazersky back to the cage. Shewmaker follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.#CUT#It looks like Marlon Gazersky has been cut.
Gazersky throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Shewmaker seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Gazersky swings for the body but Shewmaker moves out of range.
Shewmaker wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
No joy there for Shewmaker, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Gazersky just misses with a punch to the body.
Gazersky lands with a nice body punch.
Gazersky slips a straight right by Shewmaker.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Gazersky enables Shewmaker to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Gazersky manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Gazersky manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Shewmaker manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Gazersky connects with a couple of short punches.
Gazersky postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #CUT2#Steven Shewmaker's cut is getting worse.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Gazersky wants to control from the top but Shewmaker keeps moving.
Steven Shewmaker overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T2##SUB#
Gazersky avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gazersky working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Shewmaker's head.#CUT2#Steven Shewmaker's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Steven Shewmaker's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:42 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Marlon Gazersky!
A very excited looking Marlon Gazersky 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:
AFC 4: Luciano vs Munson
Date: Apr 30, 2022 |
#R1##CL#
Vurris moves into the clinch.
Vurris struggles to land a body shot inside as Shewmaker controls his hands.
#TD2#
Shewmaker jumps guard.
Shewmaker looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Vurris puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Shewmaker is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Vurris wants to pass the guard but Shewmaker is defending well.
Shewmaker is trying to maintain the position but Vurris is very close to passing his half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Vurris is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vurris working Shewmaker over with strikes here.
Shewmaker tries to reverse the position but Vurris maintains control.
Shewmaker taking shots to the head. #T1#
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Vurris cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Shewmaker tries to reverse the position but Vurris maintains control.
Vurris raining down shots from the mount!
Vurris landing shots from mount.
Shewmaker wants to control but Vurris is having none of it.
Vurris scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Shewmaker?
#CUT#It looks like Steven Shewmaker has been cut.
Vurris scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Shewmaker?
#CUT#That has opened up Steven Shewmaker's cut even more.
Shewmaker tries to hold on but Vurris pushes him away. #SUB#
Vurris is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Shewmaker to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Shewmaker shrugs it off. #T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Vurris can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Shewmaker is looking to escape.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Shewmaker sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Vurris seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #CUT#The cut above Steven Shewmaker's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Vurris winds up and cracks Shewmaker with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #CUT#Steven Shewmaker's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Steven Shewmaker's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Vern Vurris!
Vern Vurris seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
AFC 1: Shoemaker vs Faller
Date: Apr 09, 2022 |
#R1#
Shewmaker lands with a nice body punch.
Shewmaker fails to land with a series of punches.
Faller with the counter takedown but Shewmaker avoids it easily.
Shewmaker throws a body shot but no joy.
Faller tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#TD2#
Faller fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Shewmaker sprawls well initially but Faller persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Shewmaker wants to improve his position but Faller is controlling well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Faller thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Shewmaker gets back to full guard.
Faller stands and throws Shewmaker's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Faller throws a strike aimed at the side of Shewmaker's head but Shewmaker avoids it well.
Faller working the ground and pound but Shewmaker is defending the strikes.
Shewmaker tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Faller wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Faller wants to control but Shewmaker is keeping him busy.
Shewmaker is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Faller off and has taken his back!#T1##SUB#
Faller is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Shewmaker gets his way!
Faller is trying to break free.
#SUB#
Shewmaker is looking for the choke from the back position but Faller is controlling his hands well.
Shewmaker is trying to stick to Faller's back but Faller is turning into Shewmaker. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Shewmaker's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Faller.#SUB#
Shewmaker throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Shewmaker keeping full guard, as Faller tries to pass.
Shewmaker 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.#T2#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Shewmaker is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Shewmaker slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Shewmaker 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.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Faller sneaks back into half guard.
Faller wants to get back to full guard.
Faller wants to control but Shewmaker is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Shewmaker wants to free his trapped foot but Faller is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Faller wants to control but Shewmaker is keeping busy.
#T3#
Shewmaker passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Faller!
Shewmaker wants to control the pace but Faller is squirming around nicely.
Faller can't escape the position.
Shewmaker moves to the back position. #SUB#
Faller defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Shewmaker's arms. #T4#
Shewmaker is hanging on to Faller's back as he tries to escape.
Faller trying to control the position but Shewmaker manages to sink in the hooks. #SUB#
Faller is looking to escape here. Oh dear - Shewmaker has locked on a rear naked choke here! Faller is tapping out! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Steven Shewmaker!
A relieved looking Steven Shewmaker thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
SSSD 62: Rize/Kirin
Date: Mar 19, 2022 |
#R1##TD#
Shewmaker is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Johnson's half guard.
Johnson wants to get back to his feet.
#SUB#
Shewmaker is working for a submission here. He's got hold of the far side arm and he's looking for a kimura. He's cranking on the arm and he's got it! Johnson is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Steven Shewmaker!
Steven Shewmaker thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
SSSD 58: Frost/Cartwright
Date: Feb 19, 2022 |
#R1#
A low kick lands for Kirin.
Shewmaker misses with a few strikes there.
Shewmaker misses with a few strikes there.
A slow jab from Kirin misses its intended target.
Shewmaker is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Kirin with a body shot.
Kirin connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#CUT#It looks like Steven Shewmaker has been cut.
Steven Shewmaker seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kirin avoids a punch combination nicely.
Kirin fires out a quick counter leg kick but Shewmaker just manages to avoid it.
Kirin missing with a left hand there. Shewmaker was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Shewmaker shoots in for a takedown but Kirin shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Shewmaker throws a shot from downtown. Kirin moves away and avoids it.
A head kick misses from Kirin.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shewmaker shoots in for a takedown but Kirin shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Kirin scores with a punch to the head.
A low kick from Shewmaker misses
and Kirin counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
This has been an exciting period of action!#KD#
Kirin cracks Shewmaker with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Kirin has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Shewmaker to stand back up!#ROC#Shewmaker is rocked!#CUT#That has opened up Steven Shewmaker's cut even more.
Shewmaker misses with a left hand
and Kirin rattles Shewmaker with a well-timed uppercut counter. - Shewmaker tries to back away and recover but his hands are down low and he gets tagged again, sending him stumbling down to the canvas. Kirin dives in after him and quickly finishes the job with a trio of brutal punches, leaving Shewmaker stiff and motionless on the mat!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Kokkoro Kirin!
A very excited looking Kokkoro Kirin 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:
SSSD 52: Luciano/Rize
Date: Jan 08, 2022 |
#R1#
Fury sizes up Shewmaker with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Fury showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Shewmaker.
Shewmaker throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Fury's waist but Fury gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Shewmaker off to one side.
Fury is trying hard to land a takedown here. Shewmaker sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Shewmaker drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Fury defends it well.#TD#
Fury shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Fury trying to control from half guard but Shewmaker is working away.
Fury is taking a breather. Shewmaker 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#
Fury is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Shewmaker has managed to free his arm - good work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shewmaker is controlling Fury's trapped leg to prevent Fury from advancing to side control.#SUB#
Fury is working for a kimura but Shewmaker is defending it quite comfortably.
#T1##SUB2#
Shewmaker is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Fury pulls his head out easily.
Shewmaker is looking for a sweep. Fury is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Fury is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Shewmaker is just riding it out for now. Fury eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Fury is working for a submission of some sort.
Shewmaker works his way to full guard. Good work.#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.
Fury pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Shewmaker is keeping the position for now.
Shewmaker working a defensive guard here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Fury pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Shewmaker is keeping the position for now.
Fury trying to control the position from guard on top but Shewmaker is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Shewmaker pushes a forearm under Fury's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Fury is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Steven Shewmaker!
A victorious Steven Shewmaker 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:
SSGT: Finals Szn 1
Date: Dec 10, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 2 losses; Steven Shewmaker! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Vern Vurris!
The judges for this bout are Ron Honeybunn, Damien Edna and Summer Carpenter.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Shewmaker shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Vurris as he avoids it easily.
Vurris is trying hard to land a takedown here. Shewmaker sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Shewmaker fails with an attempt to clinch.
#TD#
Shewmaker fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Vurris to the ground. Shewmaker is now in Vurris's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Shewmaker (2) vs (0) Vurris
Shewmaker is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Hotrod Express MMA Training that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Vurris is trying to control the position but Shewmaker postures up.
Shewmaker wants to pass the guard but Vurris is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Vurris has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Shewmaker can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Vurris looking for a sweep. Not yet Vurris, not yet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vurris controlling Shewmaker's posture.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Vurris is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Shewmaker (2) vs (2) Vurris#T1#
Vurris wants to pass the guard but Shewmaker is keeping the position.
Shewmaker is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Shewmaker (4) vs (2) Vurris
Shewmaker frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Shewmaker (7) vs (2) Vurris#SUB#
Shewmaker working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Vurris keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Shewmaker fails to take his opponent's back. #T2#
Vurris wants to hold on but Shewmaker pushes him away.
Vurris gets back to half guard.
Shewmaker trying to mount his opponent but Vurris defends it.
Vurris is trying to maintain the position but Shewmaker is very close to passing his half guard.
Shewmaker passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Shewmaker (10) vs (2) Vurris
Shewmaker wants to control but Vurris is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Shewmaker looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #T3#
Shewmaker has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Vurris! Score +2 for reaching mount: Shewmaker (12) vs (2) Vurris
Vurris slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Vurris is trying is best to control the position here. #SUB#
Shewmaker is working for a submission of some sort.
Vurris is in trouble now - Shewmaker has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Shewmaker (15) vs (2) Vurris
Vurris sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.#T4#
Shewmaker is looking to stall here but Vurris recovers full guard.
Vurris looking to hit a scissor sweep but Shewmaker is one step ahead there.
Shewmaker works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB2#
Vurris is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Shewmaker pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Shewmaker is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Shewmaker is looking to advance position but Vurris won't allow it.
Vurris wants to control but Shewmaker is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T5#
Shewmaker wants to lay and pray for a moment but Vurris keeps working. #SUB#
Shewmaker is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Vurris is just riding it out for now. Shewmaker eventually gives up the hold.
Shewmaker is trying to control the action in half guard but Vurris is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Vurris has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Simply The Best. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Vurris manages to get to full guard.
Vurris has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #T6#
Vurris looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Vurris controls Shewmaker momentarily but Shewmaker frees himself.
Shewmaker looking to sit in guard and control but Vurris gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Shewmaker (15) vs (4) Vurris
Vurris tries to free his leg and advance position but Shewmaker is retaining full guard.
Vurris advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Shewmaker (15) vs (7) Vurris
Shewmaker is looking to regain half guard here but Vurris keeps moving and retains side control.
Vurris advances nicely into full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Shewmaker (15) vs (9) Vurris#T7#
Shewmaker is wriggling around trying to escape.
Shewmaker has given up his back - I don’t know if this is a deliberate ploy to try and escape or if he is just struggling down there.
Score +3 for taking back: Shewmaker (15) vs (12) Vurris
Shewmaker turns into Vurris and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Shewmaker (17) vs (12) Vurris#SUB#
Shewmaker drops back, looking for a kneebar! Vurris looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Vurris looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Vurris! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Shewmaker (17) vs (16) Vurris#SUB2#
Vurris tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Vurris tries to move to mount but Shewmaker blocks the move with his legs. #T8#
Shewmaker wants to control but Vurris postures up.
Shewmaker is looking to regain half guard here but Vurris keeps moving and retains side control.
You can see the frustration on Shewmaker's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Shewmaker is looking to regain half guard here but Vurris keeps moving and retains side control. #SUB2#
Vurris tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Vurris has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #T9#
Vurris slows the pace down.
Shewmaker trying his best to control but Vurris has mounted him. Score +2 for reaching mount: Shewmaker (17) vs (18) Vurris
Shewmaker tries to hold on but Vurris pushes him away.
Vurris wants to control the pace but Shewmaker is squirming around nicely.
Shewmaker is in all sorts of trouble here.
Vurris is dominating on the ground here - he's now on his opponent's back, looking to sink in the hooks. Shewmaker is in real trouble.
Score +3 for taking back: Shewmaker (17) vs (21) Vurris
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Vurris's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
#T10#
Vurris is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.#SUB2#
Vurris looking to break Shewmaker's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Shewmaker remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Vurris will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Shewmaker is really stuck here.
Shewmaker manages to reverse the position and now he's in Vurris's guard. Nice work there by Shewmaker.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Shewmaker (19) vs (21) Vurris
Vurris not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Shewmaker preventing the sweep.
Shewmaker trying to control but Vurris is working from the bottom.
Vurris can't keep his opponent in guard - Shewmaker advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #T11#
Shewmaker is pressing down on Vurris's thigh, looking to free his foot. Vurris is holding on for now.
Vurris is trying to control but can't.
Shewmaker tries to pass the half guard into mount. Vurris knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Vurris works his way to full guard. Good work.
Vurris is trying to control the position but Shewmaker postures up.
Vurris looking for a sweep. Not yet Vurris, not yet.
Shewmaker postures up.
Vurris wants to sweep here but Shewmaker controlling him for the moment. #SUB2#
Vurris looking for a guillotine here but Shewmaker defends easily.
#T12#
Shewmaker trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Vurris manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Shewmaker (19) vs (23) Vurris
Vurris won't allow Shewmaker to sweep him here.
Shewmaker keeping moving, preventing Vurris from controlling successfully.
Vurris advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Shewmaker (19) vs (26) Vurris
You can see the frustration on Shewmaker's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Shewmaker is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Vurris's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#T13#
Shewmaker trying to control here.
Shewmaker is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Vurris jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Shewmaker (19) vs (29) Vurris
Vurris moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Shewmaker tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Vurris wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Vurris wants to lay and pray for a moment but Shewmaker keeps working.
Vurris tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it. #T14#
Shewmaker is trying to improve his position.
Vurris moves into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Shewmaker (19) vs (31) Vurris
Shewmaker is in all sorts of trouble here.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Vurris wants to control the pace but Shewmaker is squirming around nicely.
Shewmaker is controlling an arm, preventing Vurris from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Shewmaker is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Shewmaker is trying desperately to improve position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Vurris wins on points by 31 to 19.
Vern Vurris is the new super heavyweight champion!
During a confident post fight interview, Vern Vurris thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
SSGT: Semi Finals Szn1
Date: Dec 03, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Pedro Barbosa Ii! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 2 losses; Steven Shewmaker!
The judges for this bout are Ron Honeybunn, Winston Howard and Eliza Hachem.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL2#
Shewmaker has managed to clinch.
Shewmaker drops down looking for an ankle pick but Barbosa Ii pulls his leg out and moves away.
#CL#
Barbosa Ii moves into range and clinches up with Shewmaker.#TD#
Barbosa Ii is trying to trip Shewmaker. He has hold of a leg but Shewmaker is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Barbosa Ii persists though and gets the takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Barbosa Ii (2) vs (0) Shewmaker
Shewmaker wants to sweep here but Barbosa Ii controlling him for the moment.
Barbosa Ii trying to control the position from guard on top but Shewmaker is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB#
Barbosa Ii drops back, looking for a kneebar! Shewmaker looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Shewmaker looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Shewmaker! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Barbosa Ii (2) vs (4) Shewmaker
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shewmaker advances nicely into full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Barbosa Ii (2) vs (6) Shewmaker#T1#
Barbosa Ii is in all sorts of trouble here.
Shewmaker moves to the back. Score +3 for taking back: Barbosa Ii (2) vs (9) Shewmaker#SUB2#
Barbosa Ii preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Shewmaker.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Barbosa Ii knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Shewmaker on the ground.#SUB2#
Shewmaker looking for the choke but no joy. #SUB2#
Shewmaker has his opponent's back and is working for the choke. #T2##SUB2#
Barbosa Ii is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Shewmaker gets his way!
Barbosa Ii trying to control but not successfully.
My spies in The Jungle Room inform me that Shewmaker has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#SUB2#
Shewmaker looking for the choke but no joy.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Barbosa Ii tries to escape but Shewmaker has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #T3##SUB2#
Barbosa Ii tries to escape but he's let his defenses down in doing so and Shewmaker has slipped in the rear naked choke! Oh, that's tiiiiiiiiight! Barbosa Ii is tapping! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Steven Shewmaker!
After winning the bout, Steven Shewmaker 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:
SSSD 43: Luciano/Shewmaker
Date: Nov 06, 2021 |
#R1#
Shewmaker tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Luciano swivels and escapes.
Shewmaker misses with a series of wild punches.
Shewmaker misses with a takedown attempt
and Luciano makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
A cross from Luciano lands.#CUT#It looks like Steven Shewmaker has been cut.
Luciano has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Ice Cream Parlour in the buildup to the fight.
Luciano scores with a sloppy right hand. Shewmaker should have avoided that one.
Shewmaker gets tagged by a hook that puts him to sleep! Luciano points and yells something to his unconcious foe before strutting off. Shewmaker wakes up just in time to hear Luciano thank his coaches in the post fight interview.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Charles Luciano! |
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Event:
SSSD 39: Shewmaker/Ori
Date: Oct 09, 2021 |
#R1#
Ori works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#CUT2#It looks like Steven Shewmaker has been cut.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Shewmaker.
Ori lands a nice looking body shot.
Ori with a hook.#TD#
Shewmaker shoots in and gets a takedown into Ori's guard.
Shewmaker's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB#
Shewmaker drops back looking for a leg! Ori is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Ori manages to kick Shewmaker off! Shewmaker jumps back into Ori's guard.
Shewmaker works a leg free and moves into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Ori actively working from the bottom here.
Ori really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Shewmaker. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Shewmaker is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Ori is just riding it out for now. Shewmaker eventually gives up the hold.
Ori tries to roll over but Shewmaker keeps him under control.#T1#
Shewmaker takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#SUB2#
Ori looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Shewmaker wants to work for an arm triangle but Ori is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Ori trying to control from the bottom.
Ori is looking for a sweep. Shewmaker is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Shewmaker is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Ori wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Shewmaker is looking for a kimura here.
Shewmaker passes to side control.
Shewmaker works to advance to full mount. Ori defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. #SUB#
Shewmaker quickly switches position and commits to an armbar! It's a big risk for Shewmaker but it's paid off an Ori is forced to tap! Nice work by Shewmaker.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Steven Shewmaker!
Steven Shewmaker seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
SSSD 34: Nwaoge/Golara
Date: Sep 04, 2021 |
#R1##TD2#
Shewmaker tries to sprawl but James drives through with a takedown into half guard.
James tries to stand but his hand is stuck under Shewmaker.
James is thwarting Shewmaker's attempts to control the position.
James stalling. #SUB#
Shewmaker is working on a guillotine. He's managed to get to full guard and he's really squeezing tight! James is tapping! Great win for Shewmaker!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Steven Shewmaker!
A victorious Steven Shewmaker 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:
SSSD 30: Kirin vs Nwaoge
Date: Aug 07, 2021 |
#R1##TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Mundika enables Shewmaker to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Mundika manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Mundika looks exhausted already! Oh dear, he should have come in in better shape than this!
Shewmaker's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB#
Mundika is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Shewmaker defends well.
Shewmaker sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Mundika's guard. #SUB2#
Shewmaker is looking for a kimura here.
Shewmaker content to control rather than advance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shewmaker works his way into side control. #T1##SUB2#
Shewmaker in side control, working for a kimura. He's got hold of an arm and he's torquing it... Mundika is tapping! That's the end of the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Steven Shewmaker!
A relieved looking Steven Shewmaker thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
SSSD 27: Neer vs Khalidovic
Date: Jul 17, 2021 |
#R1#
Shewmaker takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#CUT#It looks like Steven Shewmaker has been cut.
Shewmaker takes a body punch but keeps moving.
We've been hearing reports that Fury has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Shewmaker throws a series of punches but Fury avoids them all with ease.
Fury moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
A punch combination from Fury misses.
Fury scores with a decent looking hook.
Fury paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#CUT#That has opened up Steven Shewmaker's cut even more.
Fury throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#CL#
Fury closes the distance and pushes Shewmaker back into the ropes.
Shewmaker is working for a takedown up against the ropes. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Shewmaker is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Fury pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Shewmaker looking for a takedown.
James Fury has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Steven Shewmaker.
Fury gets underhooks to prevent Shewmaker's takedown attempt.
#BC#
Fury breaks from the clinch.
Fury connects with a body shot.
A big right followed by a crushing left from Fury knocks Shewmaker out cold! Ouch - that one's going to be featured in highlight reels for years to come!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). James Fury!
James Fury managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, 88 Fight Club Clothing $50-$100& Laundry 20%, into his post fight interview. |
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Event:
TWGC 34 (265+lbs, D2): Las Vegas Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Jun 29, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Steven Shewmaker! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Hassan Galvao!
The judges for this bout are Frank Dennis, Tiny Johnson and Gwen Towbar.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Galvao looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#CL2#
Galvao gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Shewmaker is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Galvao pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Shewmaker goes for a takedown in the clinch but Galvao prevents it.
#TD2#
Galvao turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Galvao manages to end up in side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Shewmaker (0) vs (4) Galvao
Shewmaker tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Galvao trying to control the position but Shewmaker is working away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Galvao moves into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Shewmaker (0) vs (6) Galvao
Galvao controlling the position easily from mount.
Shewmaker is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Shewmaker looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: Shewmaker (0) vs (9) Galvao
Galvao biding his time, looking for the opening.
Shewmaker looking very determined here, making life difficult for Galvao.
Shewmaker trying to control the hands but Galvao breaks the grip. #SUB2#
Galvao is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
I really don't envy Shewmaker right now.
#T2##SUB2#
Galvao is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Shewmaker has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Galvao has good solid back control here. #SUB2#
Galvao tightening his grip on Shewmaker, looking for the choke.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Shewmaker trying to control the hands but Galvao breaks the grip.
You can see the frustration on Shewmaker's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
#T3#
Shewmaker is working hard here to advance position.
Well, with Galvao on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Shewmaker is tapping out... Can he escape the position?#SUB2#
Galvao is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Shewmaker knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Shewmaker for a finish.
Galvao trying to control momentarily.
Shewmaker can't escape the position.
#SUB2#
Shewmaker fending off the submission attempt from Galvao.
Galvao looking to hold on to the position here but Shewmaker rolls and ends up regaining guard.
Shewmaker wants to sweep here but Galvao controlling him for the moment.
Shewmaker working a defensive guard but Galvao passes into half guard.
#T4#
Galvao controlling the pace.
Galvao is looking to take a break and control but Shewmaker is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Shewmaker looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Galvao pushes past his half guard into mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Shewmaker (0) vs (12) Galvao
Shewmaker is working to get back to half guard.
Galvao looking to control and managing it successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Galvao trying to control but Shewmaker is having none of it.
Shewmaker wants to hold on but Galvao pushes him away.#T5#
Shewmaker tries to reverse the position but Galvao maintains control.
Shewmaker is squirming around, avoiding Galvao's attempts to control the action.
Galvao prevents Shewmaker from getting the reversal.
Shewmaker wants to control but Galvao is having none of it.
Shewmaker is trying to escape the mount.
Galvao can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Shewmaker is looking to escape.
Shewmaker has given up his back here.
Score +3 for taking back: Shewmaker (0) vs (15) Galvao#T6#
Shewmaker is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#SUB2#
Galvao is working for the choke. I would put my money on him to finish from this position. He's rolled onto his back and has dragged Shewmaker with him. Shewmaker is trying to defend but Galvao has an arm under the chin now! Shewmaker grimaces and is forced to tap out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 6:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Hassan Galvao! |
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Event:
SSSD 21: Kirin vs Golara
Date: Jun 05, 2021 |
#R1#
Shewmaker fails with a takedown attempt.#TD2#
McGee shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Shewmaker manages to get to full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Shewmaker looking for a sweep. Not yet Shewmaker, not yet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
McGee has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Shewmaker to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! McGee is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Shewmaker pulls down on the head and he's put McGee to sleep! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Steven Shewmaker!
Our winner, Steven Shewmaker, 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.
In defeat, Pimp McGee stepped up to the mic, saying 'what a hell of a fun time at least. thanks to the fans for showing up, you punk i WILL HAVE A REMATCH :D'. |
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Event:
TWGC 33 (265lbs, D3): Helsinki Qualifier - Round 1
Date: May 10, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Otso Toivonen! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Steven Shewmaker!
The judges for this bout are Roosa Järviläinen, Tarja Halkonen and Ben Zyskovitsi.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Shewmaker tries to clinch up.#CL#
Toivonen rushes Shewmaker and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#TD#
Toivonen gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Toivonen (2) vs (0) Shewmaker
Shewmaker wants to sweep here but Toivonen controlling him for the moment. #SUB2#
Shewmaker is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Shewmaker looking for a sweep. Not yet Shewmaker, not yet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Shewmaker is looking for a triangle but Toivonen pushes his legs off easily.
Shewmaker wants to sweep but no luck. #T1#
Toivonen postures up.
Toivonen stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Shewmaker swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Shewmaker working for a triangle but Toivonen defends it easily.
Toivonen showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB2#
Shewmaker looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Toivonen passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Toivonen (5) vs (0) Shewmaker
Toivonen staying calm.#T2#
Shewmaker is trying to improve his position.
Toivonen controlling the position.
Shewmaker is trying to improve his position.
Shewmaker keeps trying to improve his position.#T3#
Shewmaker is trying to control Toivonen's posture but Toivonen avoids it.
Toivonen is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Shewmaker's shoulder. That is not cool.
Shewmaker is trying to control Toivonen's posture but Toivonen avoids it.
Shewmaker seems a little lost for a moment, as Toivonen dominates the positioning.
Shewmaker sneaks back into half guard.
Shewmaker is looking to improve his position.
Shewmaker trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Score +3 for passing guard: Toivonen (8) vs (0) Shewmaker
Toivonen tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T4#
Toivonen takes Shewmaker's back. Score +3 for taking back: Toivonen (11) vs (0) Shewmaker
Shewmaker is trying to break free.
Shewmaker trying to control the hands but Toivonen breaks the grip.
Toivonen controls the action.#T5#
Toivonen'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.
Toivonen keeps control of the position as Shewmaker tries to break free.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Toivonen is trying to stick to Shewmaker's back but Shewmaker is turning into Toivonen. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Toivonen's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Shewmaker. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Toivonen (11) vs (2) Shewmaker
Toivonen wants to sweep but no luck.
Shewmaker trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Toivonen manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Toivonen (13) vs (2) Shewmaker#T6##SUB2#
Shewmaker is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Toivonen is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Shewmaker looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Toivonen passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Toivonen (16) vs (2) Shewmaker
Toivonen just content to control the position.
Shewmaker tries to improve position but can't.
Shewmaker gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Shewmaker tries to get to full guard but Toivonen has control of the leg.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Shewmaker tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Toivonen has advanced to mount. Uh oh. Score +3 for passing guard: Toivonen (19) vs (2) Shewmaker#T7#
Shewmaker keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Toivonen wants to take Shewmaker's back here but Shewmaker is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
#T8#
Shewmaker is looking to improve his position but Toivonen isn't that keen on the idea.
Toivonen sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Shewmaker manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Toivonen prevents Shewmaker from improving his position.
Toivonen takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#T9#
Toivonen is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Shewmaker! Score +3 for passing guard: Toivonen (22) vs (2) Shewmaker
Toivonen works his way to his opponent's back.
Score +3 for taking back: Toivonen (25) vs (2) Shewmaker
Shewmaker trying to control but not successfully.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
#T10#
You can see the frustration on Shewmaker's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Toivonen biding his time, looking for the opening.
Shewmaker tries to roll but Toivonen sticks to his back.
#T11#
Shewmaker is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Shewmaker turns into Toivonen and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Toivonen (25) vs (4) Shewmaker
Toivonen keeping moving, preventing Shewmaker from controlling successfully.
Shewmaker sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Toivonen's guard. #SUB2#
Shewmaker is working for a kimura but Toivonen is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB2#
Shewmaker is trying to work for a kimura but Toivonen is defending well.
#T12#
Toivonen is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Shewmaker trying to control from half guard but Toivonen is working away. #SUB2#
Shewmaker is actively looking for submissions here but good counter grappling here from Toivonen as he works his way to full guard.
Toivonen lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Toivonen (27) vs (4) Shewmaker#T13#
Shewmaker 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.
Toivonen controlling from the top position.
Shewmaker looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Toivonen is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#SUB2#
Shewmaker throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Toivonen escapes and throws Shewmaker's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Toivonen (30) vs (4) Shewmaker#T14#
Shewmaker gets back to half guard.
Toivonen works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Toivonen (33) vs (4) Shewmaker
Shewmaker is trying to improve his position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Shewmaker struggling a bit here.
Shewmaker is looking for a sweep.
And that's the end of the fight!
Toivonen takes the fight on points by 33 to 4.
Our winner, Otso Toivonen, 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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