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Event:
D.F.C. 12
Date: Aug 16, 2021 |
#R1##CL#
Cesar Kongo closes the distance and clinches.
Cesar Kongo misses with a shot to the kidneys.
We've been informed that Lasse Kongo 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.#TD2#
Lasse Kongo jumps into guard, dragging Cesar Kongo to the mat.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Lasse Kongo can do anything to dispel that myth.
Lasse Kongo keeping full guard, as Cesar Kongo tries to pass. #SUB2#
Cesar Kongo got a little sloppy there for a moment and Lasse Kongo has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Cesar Kongo has managed to get both his arms back between Lasse Kongo's legs - danger averted.
Lasse Kongo controls Cesar Kongo momentarily but Cesar Kongo frees himself.
Cesar Kongo could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Cesar Kongo passes Lasse Kongo's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Cesar Kongo is thwarting Lasse Kongo's attempts to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cesar Kongo prevents Lasse Kongo from improving his position.
Cesar Kongo perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Lasse Kongo on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. #T1#
Lasse Kongo is looking to control Cesar Kongo's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Lasse Kongo avoid being mounted?
Cesar Kongo seems to have lost interest with the ground game and is thinking about standing back up.
Lasse Kongo wants to control but Cesar Kongo is keeping busy.
Cesar Kongo is looking to take a break and control but Lasse Kongo is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Lasse Kongo is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Lasse Kongo wants to control but Cesar Kongo is keeping busy and won't allow it.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Lasse Kongo wants to improve his position but Cesar Kongo is controlling well.
#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Cesar Kongo wants to stand but Lasse Kongo has hold of a leg and an arm, so he's trapped for now. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#CL#
Cesar Kongo clinches up against the cage.#TD2#
Lasse Kongo has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Cesar Kongo uses from the top position.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Lasse Kongo is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Lasse Kongo is working Cesar Kongo over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Lasse Kongo prevents Cesar Kongo from getting back to his feet. #SU2#
Lasse Kongo stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Lasse Kongo tries to bum rush Cesar Kongo with a series of wild strikes but Cesar Kongo uses good footwork to avoid the assault.#CL#
Cesar Kongo has Lasse Kongo up against the cage in a clinch.
A frustrated look appears on Cesar Kongo's face as he tries to break the clinch. #T3#
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.#BC2#
Lasse Kongo's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Lasse Kongo dives in for a single leg takedown but Cesar Kongo sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Cesar Kongo tries to clinch there but Lasse Kongo circles away.
Cesar Kongo shoots in and drives through. Lasse Kongo sprawls well.#CL#
Cesar Kongo moves into range and clinches up with Lasse Kongo.
Cesar Kongo throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Lasse Kongo blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Cesar Kongo creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Cesar Kongo managing to block the knees to the body from Lasse Kongo.
Cesar Kongo misses with a short punch on the inside. #TD2#
Lasse Kongo has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Cesar Kongo uses from the top position.
Cesar Kongo advances to half guard.
Cesar Kongo slows the pace down in half guard. #T4#
Cesar Kongo wants to take a breather but Lasse Kongo is having none of it.
Well, if Cesar Kongo 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.
Lasse Kongo wants to control but Cesar Kongo is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Cesar Kongo is keen to just control but Lasse Kongo is a slippery customer.
Lasse Kongo wants to control but Cesar Kongo is keeping busy.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Cesar Kongo wants to control but Lasse Kongo is keeping him busy.
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 Cesar Kongo will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Cesar Kongo slips a jab and a cross from Lasse Kongo.
Cesar Kongo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Lasse Kongo fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Cesar Kongo, pushing him back against the cage.#TD2#
Lasse Kongo works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
Lasse Kongo tries to free his leg and advance position but Cesar Kongo is retaining full guard.
Cesar Kongo looking to hit a scissor sweep but Lasse Kongo is one step ahead there.
Cesar Kongo trying to control the position here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lasse Kongo preventing the sweep.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lasse Kongo stops Cesar Kongo from standing up. #T1#
Cesar Kongo 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.#SU2#
Lasse Kongo gets to his feet - Cesar Kongo follows without any prompting. #CL2#
Lasse Kongo moves into the clinch.
Lasse Kongo blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#TD2#
Lasse Kongo jumps guard and drags Cesar Kongo to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Cesar Kongo trying to control the position from guard on top but Lasse Kongo is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Cesar Kongo stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Lasse Kongo swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Lasse Kongo looking for a sweep. Not yet Lasse Kongo, not yet.
Cesar Kongo would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #T2##SUB2#
Lasse Kongo working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Cesar Kongo doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Cesar Kongo manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Cesar Kongo tries to stand but Lasse Kongo is controlling from the bottom.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Cesar Kongo accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Lasse Kongo is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#CL#
Cesar Kongo clinches with his opponent.
Lasse Kongo blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Cesar Kongo missing with knees to the body.
#TD2#
Lasse Kongo wants the takedown. Cesar Kongo is fighting it off but Lasse Kongo persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Cesar Kongo's guard against the cage.
Cesar Kongo is wriggling around but Lasse Kongo manages to pass to half guard.
#T3##REVR#
Lasse Kongo is keen to just control but Cesar Kongo is a slippery customer.#SU2#
Lasse Kongo stands, ready to strike. The ref makes him back up and allows Cesar Kongo to get to his feet.
Lasse Kongo darts in looking for a takedown but Cesar Kongo gets double underhooks and turns Lasse Kongo into the cage.
Cesar Kongo moves in looking to clinch but Lasse Kongo pushes him off.
Cesar Kongo lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Lasse Kongo keeps the fight on the outside.
Cesar Kongo tries to clinch but Lasse Kongo is having none of it.
Lasse Kongo will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.#CL2#
Lasse Kongo instigates a clinch.
Cesar Kongo is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Cesar Kongo tries to break the clinch but Lasse Kongo is controlling the position.
Lasse Kongo tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Cesar Kongo has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Lasse Kongo.
Lasse Kongo struggles to land a body shot inside as Cesar Kongo controls his hands.
#T4#
Lasse Kongo avoiding damage as Cesar Kongo throws knees to the body.
Cesar Kongo being controlled against the cage.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Cesar Kongo misses with a hook to the ribs.
#TD2#
Lasse Kongo tightens his grip and picks Cesar Kongo up, before dumping him to the ground. Cesar Kongo manages to land in guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lasse Kongo looking to pass the guard. #SU2#
Lasse Kongo stands up from Cesar Kongo's guard - Lasse Kongo perhaps looking for a knockout.
Cesar Kongo throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Lasse Kongo showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Cesar Kongo's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Cesar Kongo fails in his attempt to clinch.
Cesar Kongo is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Cesar Kongo throws a right hand that Lasse Kongo ducks under and follows up with a left that Lasse Kongo also avoids with ease.
Cesar Kongo throws a combination. Lasse Kongo tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Cesar Kongo wants to clinch up but Lasse Kongo keeps it at a distance.#CL2#
Lasse Kongo drives through and clinches with Cesar Kongo against the cage.
#BC2#
Lasse Kongo breaks the clinch.
#CL#
Cesar Kongo pushes Lasse Kongo up against the cage in a clinch.
Cesar Kongo tries a knee to the head but Lasse Kongo blocks it.
Cesar Kongo tries a knee to the head but Lasse Kongo blocks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cesar Kongo tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Lasse Kongo smiles and moves away.
#CL#
Cesar Kongo clinches up with Lasse Kongo and pushes him back against the cage.
The referee calls for Lasse Kongo to work.
Cesar Kongo with an attempt at a knee that misses.
#T1#
Cesar Kongo jumps guard but Lasse Kongo turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Lasse Kongo is struggling to control the position.
Cesar Kongo prevents a takedown attempt there.
Lasse Kongo holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Lasse Kongo is trying to pull guard but Cesar Kongo has him pressed against the cage.#BC2#
Lasse Kongo's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Lasse Kongo takes a kick to the side of the head.
Lasse Kongo swinging wildly here.
Cesar Kongo tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Lasse Kongo is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Cesar Kongo is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Cesar Kongo tries to clinch but Lasse Kongo moves away #TD2#
and Lasse Kongo counters with a nice double leg into guard. #T2#
Cesar Kongo is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Lasse Kongo is controlling him.
Cesar Kongo keeping moving, preventing Lasse Kongo from controlling successfully.
Lasse Kongo advances position into side control!#T3#
Lasse Kongo wants to lay and pray for a moment but Cesar Kongo keeps working. #SUB2#
Lasse Kongo thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SU2#
Lasse Kongo decides to stand up, so the ref orders Cesar Kongo to his feet.
Lasse Kongo avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Cesar Kongo tries to clinch up but Lasse Kongo circles away and keeps his distance.
Lasse Kongo swats away the attempt to clinch by Cesar Kongo.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Cesar Kongo scores with a jab to the jaw.
Cesar Kongo is winning the standup battle so far.
Cesar Kongo is looking to clinch but Lasse Kongo is avoiding it.
Cesar Kongo tries to close the distance and clinch but Lasse Kongo swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Lasse Kongo slips a jab and a cross from Cesar Kongo.
Lasse Kongo tries to counter with a clinch but Cesar Kongo shakes him off and moves away.
Cesar Kongo shoots in but Lasse Kongo avoids the takedown attempt easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Cesar Kongo. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lasse Kongo throws a head kick that misses.
Cesar Kongo tries to clinch but Lasse Kongo moves away #KD2#
and Lasse Kongo counters with a crisp one two that drops Cesar Kongo! Lasse Kongo thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Cesar Kongo to his feet! Cesar Kongo is in big trouble!#ROC2#Cesar Kongo is rocked!
Cesar Kongo tries to clinch but Lasse Kongo moves out of range.
Oh Cesar Kongo is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Lasse Kongo throws a series of punches but Cesar Kongo avoids them all with ease.
Crack! A monster head kick from Lasse Kongo and Cesar Kongo falls like a tree - timbeeeeeeeeeeerrrr! A highlight reel knockout by Lasse Kongo!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:43 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Lasse Kongo! |
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Event:
D.F.C. 10 - 205 Championship
Date: Jun 20, 2021 |
#R1#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Dave Kongo is defended easily by Lasse Kongo.
Dave Kongo fails with the takedown#CL#
and Lasse Kongo counters by moving into the clinch. #TD#
Lasse Kongo jumps guard.
Dave Kongo scoring with some ground and pound.
Lasse Kongo is looking to stand up but Dave Kongo isn't so interested in that idea.
Lasse Kongo is trying to control the position but Dave Kongo postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dave Kongo controlling from the top position.
Lasse Kongo keeping moving, preventing Dave Kongo from controlling successfully.
Lasse Kongo could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.#T1##SUB#
Lasse Kongo had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Dave Kongo defends it easily.
Dave Kongo with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#SUB#
Lasse Kongo working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Dave Kongo has passed into half guard!
Dave Kongo trying to control from half guard but Lasse Kongo is working away.
Dave Kongo is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Lasse Kongo on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Lasse Kongo tries to get out of the position.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Lasse Kongo is not content to let Dave Kongo control the position.
Dave Kongo slows the pace down in half guard.
Lasse Kongo trying to control from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dave Kongo thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Lasse Kongo's head.
Lasse Kongo is trying to get back to full guard.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Dave Kongo is looking to take a break and control but Lasse Kongo is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T3#
Dave Kongo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lasse Kongo.
Dave Kongo shoots in but doesn't get the takedown #CL#
and Lasse Kongo moves into the clinch.
Lasse Kongo has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dave Kongo.
Dave Kongo is looking for a takedown.
Our sources have told us that Lasse Kongo has been working on his elbows in the gym.
Dave Kongo is looking to control Lasse Kongo's arms but Lasse Kongo gets an underhook and turns him. Now Dave Kongo has his back to the cage.
Dave Kongo tries to score a body lock takedown but Lasse Kongo shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Dave Kongo is trying to push Lasse Kongo away but Lasse Kongo has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.#TD#
Lasse Kongo gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Lasse Kongo trying to control the position from guard on top but Dave Kongo is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lasse Kongo knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Dave Kongo on the ground.
Dave Kongo looking to control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
Dave Kongo wants to sweep here but Lasse Kongo controlling him for the moment.
Dave Kongo is still trying to improve position.#SUB2#
Dave Kongo had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Lasse Kongo defends it easily.
Dave Kongo throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Dave Kongo is trying to control the position but Lasse Kongo postures up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lasse Kongo postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Dave Kongo throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
Lasse Kongo has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Dave Kongo is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Lasse Kongo is controlling him.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Lasse Kongo dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Dave Kongo throws a sloppy head kick and Lasse Kongo moves out of range easily. #CL#
Lasse Kongo has Dave Kongo up against the cage in a clinch.
Dave Kongo wants a takedown but no success here.
Dave Kongo tries to pull guard but Lasse Kongo forces him back to his feet, against the cage.#TD#
Lasse Kongo wants the takedown. Dave Kongo is fighting it off but Lasse Kongo persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Dave Kongo's guard against the cage.
Dave Kongo throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
Dave Kongo keeping full guard, as Lasse Kongo tries to pass.
Dave Kongo wants to sweep here but Lasse Kongo controlling him for the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lasse Kongo makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#SUB#
Lasse Kongo drops back, looking for a kneebar! Dave Kongo looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Dave Kongo looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Dave Kongo! #REVB##T1#
Dave Kongo trying to control the position but Lasse Kongo is working away.
My spies in Cozad MMA Hilo inform me that Dave Kongo has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Dave Kongo advances to mount.
Lasse Kongo keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Lasse Kongo is working hard here to advance position.
Dave Kongo tries to control but Lasse Kongo wriggling away. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Lasse Kongo is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Lasse Kongo is wriggling around trying to escape.
Lasse Kongo wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back.#SUB2#
Dave Kongo has the rear naked choke here! This is very bad for Lasse Kongo! Can he survive? No! He's out! Dave Kongo gets to his feet and celebrates with his cornermen. He looks absolutely delighted. In the post fight interviews he takes time to thank his parents and everyone who has believed in him from the start. How sweet.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:51 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Dave Kongo! |
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Event:
D.F.C. 9
Date: Jun 12, 2021 |
#R1##CL#
Lasse Kongo moves into range and clinches up with Eddie Kongo.
Our sources have told us that Lasse Kongo has been working on his elbows in the gym.#BC#
Lasse Kongo breaks the clinch.
#CL#
Eddie Kongo gets tackled into the cage by Lasse Kongo. Lasse Kongo maintains the clinch. #TD#
Lasse Kongo jumps into guard, dragging Eddie Kongo to the mat.
Lasse Kongo not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Lasse Kongo wants to stand and escape but Eddie Kongo is having none of it.
Eddie Kongo postures up.
Lasse Kongo wants to sweep here but Eddie Kongo controlling him for the moment.
Eddie Kongo wants to stand but Lasse Kongo is controlling his posture from full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lasse Kongo working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Eddie Kongo.
Eddie Kongo told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
Eddie Kongo has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Eddie Kongo won't allow Lasse Kongo to sweep him here. #T1##REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD#
Lasse Kongo 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.
Eddie Kongo 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.
Eddie Kongo is pulling down on Lasse Kongo's head. It's preventing any offense from Lasse Kongo, at least for the moment.
Eddie Kongo lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB##T2##SUB#
Lasse Kongo has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Eddie Kongo is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Lasse Kongo.
Lasse Kongo tries to bench press Eddie Kongo off him but Eddie Kongo keeps the position.
You can see the frustration on Lasse Kongo's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lasse Kongo is pushing Eddie Kongo's head away, looking to escape. Eddie Kongo manages to hold on to the position though.
Eddie Kongo misses with the ground and pound.
Eddie Kongo trying to control the action but Lasse Kongo is working from the bottom. #T3#
Eddie Kongo misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
#SU2#
Eddie Kongo decides to stand back up. Eddie Kongo steps back and let's Lasse Kongo get back to his feet.#TD#
Lasse Kongo shoots in for a takedown and gets it.#SUB#
Lasse Kongo wants to work for an arm triangle but Eddie Kongo is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB#
Lasse Kongo is working for a kimura but Eddie Kongo is defending it quite comfortably.
Eddie Kongo is trying is best to control the position here. #T4#
Eddie Kongo regains full guard. Nicely done.
Eddie Kongo is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Lasse Kongo trying to control but Eddie Kongo postures up.
Lasse Kongo tries to get to full guard but Eddie Kongo has control of the leg.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Eddie Kongo tries to pass to full mount but Lasse Kongo defends it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Eddie Kongo will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Eddie Kongo tries to clinch but Lasse Kongo is having none of it.
Lasse Kongo could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Lasse Kongo swings and misses with a hook to the body.
#TD#
Lasse Kongo looking to score a takedown here. Eddie Kongo is defending well but Lasse Kongo drives through and ends up in Eddie Kongo's guard.
Lasse Kongo looking to pass the guard.
Lasse Kongo wants to control from the top but Eddie Kongo keeps moving.
Eddie Kongo looking to hit a scissor sweep but Lasse Kongo is one step ahead there.
Lasse Kongo knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Eddie Kongo on the ground.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Eddie Kongo has Lasse Kongo pulled in close to control his posture.
Lasse Kongo is looking to stand up but Eddie Kongo won't let him. #T1#
Lasse Kongo trying to control but Eddie Kongo is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lasse Kongo cracks Eddie Kongo with a solid left hand.#ROC#Eddie Kongo is rocked!
Lasse Kongo wants to control from the top but Eddie Kongo keeps moving.
Eddie Kongo is still in real trouble! Can Lasse Kongo finish him?
Lasse Kongo passes into half guard.
Eddie Kongo is trying to get back to full guard.
Lasse Kongo lands a big elbow from half guard. That looks like it's hurt Eddie Kongo quite badly. Eddie Kongo pulls Lasse Kongo in close trying to recover. Lasse Kongo postures up and lands two really hard shots that put Eddie Kongo on queer street! The ref takes a look and decides to call an end to the fight! Possibly an early stoppage but Eddie Kongo doesn't seem to be complaining too much.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Lasse Kongo! |
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Event:
D.F.C. 8
Date: Jun 05, 2021 |
#R1#
Cesar Kongo throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
#CL#
and Lasse Kongo holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch. #TD#
Lasse Kongo jumps guard and drags Cesar Kongo to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. #SUB#
Lasse Kongo is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Cesar Kongo sitting in guard, not really doing much. #SUB#
Lasse Kongo looking for a guillotine here but Cesar Kongo defends easily.
Lasse Kongo keeping moving, preventing Cesar Kongo from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Lasse Kongo working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Cesar Kongo doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Cesar Kongo manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T1#
Lasse Kongo controls Cesar Kongo momentarily but Cesar Kongo frees himself.
Cesar Kongo trying to control but Lasse Kongo is working from the bottom.
Lasse Kongo has a closed guard, preventing Cesar Kongo from standing up. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Cesar Kongo looks for a takedown but Lasse Kongo sprawls well.#CL2#
Cesar Kongo closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Cesar Kongo misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Lasse Kongo.
Lasse Kongo blocks an elbow strike.
Lasse Kongo looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.#TD#
Lasse Kongo tightens his grip and picks Cesar Kongo up, before dumping him to the ground. Cesar Kongo manages to land in guard.
Lasse Kongo with a nice head shot there.#T2#
Lasse Kongo trying to control but Cesar Kongo is working from the bottom.
Cesar Kongo is looking to stand up but Lasse Kongo isn't so interested in that idea.
Cesar Kongo wants to sweep here but Lasse Kongo controlling him for the moment.
Lasse Kongo tries to free his leg and advance position but Cesar Kongo is retaining full guard.
Cesar Kongo controls Lasse Kongo momentarily but Lasse Kongo frees himself.
Lasse Kongo trying to control but Cesar Kongo is working from the bottom. #T3##REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Cesar Kongo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lasse Kongo darts in looking for a takedown but Cesar Kongo gets double underhooks and turns Lasse Kongo into the cage.
Cesar Kongo swings wildly with an uppercut but Lasse Kongo uses good head movement to avoid it. #BC#
Lasse Kongo escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Lasse Kongo circles away from the clinch attempt.
Cesar Kongo tries to clinch but Lasse Kongo moves out of range.
Cesar Kongo pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Lasse Kongo back to the cage. Cesar Kongo follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Lasse Kongo could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Cesar Kongo tries to clinch up#TD#
and Lasse Kongo counters with a shoot takedown. Cesar Kongo fights it but they end up in guard. #SU#
Lasse Kongo stands and steps away. Cesar Kongo gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game. #TD#
Lasse Kongo feints and as Cesar Kongo raises his hands in defense, Lasse Kongo changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lasse Kongo works over Cesar Kongo with some ground and pound from guard.#ROC#Cesar Kongo is rocked!#T4##SU#
Lasse Kongo stands up from Cesar Kongo's guard - Lasse Kongo perhaps looking for a knockout.
Cesar Kongo is still on wobbly legs! Can Lasse Kongo finish him?
Lasse Kongo explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Cesar Kongo looks winded!#TD#
Lasse Kongo shoots in for a takedown. SLAM! Brutal! Cesar Kongo is out cold and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:15 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Slam). Lasse Kongo! |
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Event:
D.F.C. 7
Date: May 31, 2021 |
#R1#
Kongo throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
No luck for Faria with that takedown attempt.
As Faria looks to move away, Kongo throws a big counter combo but Faria just gets out of the way.
Faria takes a kick to the side of the head.#TD#
Kongo looking for a takedown here - he's got it.#SUB2#
Faria has his feet on Kongo's thighs here. He's pushed Kongo off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Kongo screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Bruna Faria! |
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Event:
D.F.C 6
Date: May 22, 2021 |
#R1##TD#
Kongo throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Kuula tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Kongo is in Kuula's guard.
Kuula looking for a sweep. Not yet Kuula, not yet.
Kuula looking to control.
Kuula looks winded!#SUB2#
Kongo lying in Kuula's guard like a wet fish here, stalling away. Kuula decides he's had enough of all that nonsense - he escapes his hips and locks up an armbar! Wow, that was slick! Kongo taps! This one is aaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Kalle Kuula! |
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Event:
D.F.C. 5
Date: May 15, 2021 |
#R1#
Ww tries to clinch there but Kongo circles away.
Kongo steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Ww.
Ww looks exhausted already! Oh dear, he should have come in in better shape than this!
Kongo shoots in but Ww avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Ww tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Kongo manages to circle out of the way.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ww.
Ww throws a punch but it's blocked by Kongo.
Ww is trying to stall.
#TD2#
Kongo gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Ww regains guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ww is controlling Kongo's posture.
Kongo wants to control from the top but Ww keeps moving. #T1#
Kongo pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ww is keeping the position for now.
Ww keeping moving, preventing Kongo from controlling successfully.
Kongo tries to stand but Ww is controlling from the bottom.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Ww definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Ww keeping moving, preventing Kongo from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Ww dives in and grabs Kongo's left leg, looking for a takedown. Kongo pushes down on Ww's head and hops out.
Kongo scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Ww keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#TD2#
Kongo drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Ww is looking to stand up but Kongo isn't so interested in that idea.
Kongo wants to control from the top but Ww keeps moving. #T3#
Kongo trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Kongo would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Ww on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Ww tries to get out of the position.
Kongo trying to control the position from guard on top but Ww is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kongo tries to free his leg and advance position but Ww is retaining full guard. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#CL2#
Kongo drives through and clinches with Ww against the cage.
A bit of stalling here from Kongo.
Ww misses with a punch on the inside.
We've been informed that Kongo has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.#BC2#
Kongo manages to break the clinch.
#T4#
Kongo throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Ww's waist but Ww gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Kongo off to one side.
Kk Ww has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Lasse Kongo.#TD2#
Kongo scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.#SUB2#
Kongo goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Ww rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Kongo's guard! Nice work there by Ww!
Kongo wants to sweep here but Ww controlling him for the moment.
Ww is stalling in the full guard. #SUB2#
Kongo is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kongo trying to control the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Lasse Kongo dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Ww tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Kongo throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
#CL2#
Kongo has Ww up against the cage in a clinch.
Ww has Kongo pressed against the cage.
Ww is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage. #TD2#
Kongo decides to pull guard.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kongo controls Ww momentarily but Ww frees himself.
Lasse Kongo has got the better of the ground game so far.
Kongo manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Ww manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB##T1#
Kongo wants to stand but Ww has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Kongo stops Ww from standing up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ww keeping moving, preventing Kongo from controlling successfully.
Ww utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Kongo trying to control but Ww is working from the bottom.
Kongo wants to stand but Ww has a closed guard, so he can't escape. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Ww has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Kongo wants to stand and escape but instead Ww has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVR#
Kongo controls Ww momentarily but Ww frees himself. #T3##SUB2#
Kongo looking for a guillotine here but Ww defends easily.
Kongo is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB2#
Kongo had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Ww defends it easily.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#CL#
Kongo gets tackled into the cage by Ww. Ww maintains the clinch.
Kongo taking a breather.#T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.#BC2#
Kongo breaks from the clinch.
Ww tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Kongo has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Ww moves in looking to clinch but Kongo pushes him off.
Ww fails with an attempt to clinch.
Ww stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Ww wants it to stay on the feet.
Kongo avoids a kick to the body.
Kongo is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Horrible takedown attempt by Kongo or perhaps it was just good defense by Ww, which made it look bad. #CL2#
Kongo gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kongo is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Ww is defending well for now.#TD2#
Kongo pulls guard effortlessly.
Kongo throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Lasse Kongo showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Kongo tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Ww manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#TD2#
Ww gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Kongo chips away with some ground and pound.
Kongo trying to control but Ww is working from the bottom.
Kongo controls from within his opponent's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kongo trying to control but Ww is working from the bottom.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1#
Ww has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Kongo preventing the sweep. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Kongo shoots in but Ww avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Ww is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Kongo.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#CL2#
Kongo moves into the clinch successfully.
#BC2#
Kongo escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Kongo shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Ww as he avoids it easily.
Ww is looking to clinch.
Ww misses with a jab, cross combination.
Ww avoids the head kick by Kongo.
#TD2#
Kongo throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Ww was covering up waiting for the punch and Kongo finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Kongo wants to stand and escape but instead Ww has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVR#
Kongo is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Ww is controlling him. #T3#
Kongo controlling the position.
Ww stopping the sweep attempt from Kongo.
Ww prevents Kongo from getting back to his feet.
Ww forces his way into half guard.
Kk Ww has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kongo is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Ww not doing much here.
#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Kongo trying to control from the bottom.
Nice strikes from Ww there.
Ww performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ww is keen to just control but Kongo is a slippery customer.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Lasse Kongo is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Kongo shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Ww as he jumps to the side.
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 Kk Ww.
Well Kongo 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 Anni Minnemäki scores the fight 28:29
Judge Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 28:29
Judge Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lasse Kongo! |
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Event:
D.F.C. 4
Date: May 08, 2021 |
#R1#
Lasse Kongo throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Abe Kongo's waist but Abe Kongo gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Lasse Kongo off to one side.
Abe Kongo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Abe Kongo looks to land a combination but Lasse Kongo avoids it well. #CL2#
Abe Kongo drives through and clinches with Lasse Kongo against the cage.
Lasse Kongo is trying to pull guard but Abe Kongo has him pressed against the cage.
Abe Kongo tries to throw a body punch but Lasse Kongo avoids it by throwing Abe Kongo back against the cage.
Lasse Kongo looking for a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Lasse Kongo. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Abe Kongo is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
The referee is keeping an eye on Lasse Kongo - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Abe Kongo is looking to control Lasse Kongo's arms but Lasse Kongo gets an underhook and turns him. Now Abe Kongo has his back to the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lasse Kongo prevents Abe Kongo from breaking the clinch.#BC#
Lasse Kongo breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Abe Kongo tries to close the distance and clinch up but Lasse Kongo swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Abe Kongo tries a head kick but it misses.
Lasse Kongo is looking for a counter combo.#T1#
Abe Kongo blocks a head kick by Lasse Kongo.
Lasse Kongo blocks a head kick by Abe Kongo.
Abe Kongo wants to clinch#KD#
and Lasse Kongo counters with a head kick that drops Abe Kongo to the mat! Abe Kongo scrambles across the canvas and gets back to his feet, still wobbly!
Abe Kongo misses with a leg kick #TD#
and Lasse Kongo counters with a nice double leg into side control. Abe Kongo won't be happy with that. #ROC#Abe Kongo is rocked!
Abe Kongo looks winded!
Abe Kongo is trying to buck Lasse Kongo off.
Abe Kongo wants to control but Lasse Kongo postures up.
Abe Kongo is trying to improve his position.
Lasse Kongo wants to control for a moment but Abe Kongo uses the opportunity to move back to half guard. #T2#
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!
Abe Kongo is trying is best to control the position here.
Lasse Kongo prevents Abe Kongo from improving his position.#SUB#
Lasse Kongo 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.
Lasse Kongo throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Abe Kongo tries to get to full guard but Lasse Kongo has control of the leg.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Abe Kongo keeping hold of Lasse Kongo's head, controlling as best he can. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Lasse Kongo pulls out of a head kick attempt.
#CL#
Lasse Kongo has Abe Kongo up against the cage in a clinch.
#BC#
Lasse Kongo's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#CL#
Lasse Kongo clinches up with Abe Kongo and pushes him back against the cage.
Abe Kongo tries to break free but Lasse Kongo pushes him back against the cage.
Lasse Kongo connects with a knee to the head.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Lasse Kongo as Abe Kongo tries to tie him up. #BC#
Lasse Kongo manages to break the clinch.
Lasse Kongo throws a head kick but Abe Kongo moves out of range.
Abe Kongo tries a quick counter leg kick but Lasse Kongo is wise to it.#TD#
Lasse Kongo shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Abe Kongo napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Abe Kongo wants to get back to his feet.
Abe Kongo can't do much from the bottom here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Lasse Kongo dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Lasse Kongo'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#
Abe Kongo throws a low kick but it's checked well by Lasse Kongo.
Lasse Kongo avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
#CL2#
Abe Kongo has closed the distance and engaged Lasse Kongo in a clinch.
Lasse Kongo could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Abe Kongo tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Lasse Kongo just stands there and leans against the cage.
Abe Kongo wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Lasse Kongo has him pressed against the cage.
Lasse Kongo misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Lasse Kongo missing with knees to the body.
Both fighters working to control the clinch. #TD#
Lasse Kongo lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Abe Kongo is staying active underneath Lasse Kongo, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Abe Kongo makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Abe Kongo.
Lasse Kongo stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Abe Kongo swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Abe Kongo is breathing heavily.#T1#
Lasse Kongo throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Lasse Kongo is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Abe Kongo can do to turn this around?#SU#
Lasse Kongo gets to his feet. Abe Kongo looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
We've been informed that Abe Kongo has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Lasse Kongo throws a right hand that Abe Kongo ducks under and follows up with a left that Abe Kongo also avoids with ease.
Abe Kongo fails with an attempt to clinch.
Lasse Kongo fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Abe Kongo swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Lasse Kongo counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Abe Kongo wants to clinch but Lasse Kongo slips to the side#TD#
and Lasse Kongo counters with a shoot takedown. Abe Kongo fights it but they end up in guard.
Abe Kongo keeping moving, preventing Lasse Kongo from controlling successfully.
Abe Kongo lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Lasse Kongo overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T2#
Abe Kongo controls from within his opponent's guard.
Lasse Kongo wants to sweep but no luck.
Abe Kongo postures up.
Lasse Kongo striking off his back but it's not causing Abe Kongo any problems.
Abe Kongo tries to free his leg and advance position but Lasse Kongo is retaining full guard.
Abe Kongo works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Well, if Abe Kongo 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.
#T3#
Lasse Kongo tries to roll over but Abe Kongo keeps him under control.
Lasse Kongo gets back to full guard.
#SUB#
Lasse Kongo working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Abe Kongo doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Abe Kongo manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Lasse Kongo is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Abe Kongo passes Lasse Kongo's left leg - he's now in half guard. #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.
Abe Kongo seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Lasse Kongo is trying to control but Abe Kongo manages to pass to mount!
Lasse Kongo tries to get back to half guard but can't.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Abe Kongo takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Abe Kongo will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Lasse Kongo's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Abe Kongo is trying hard to land a takedown here. Lasse Kongo sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Lasse Kongo fails to land the takedown.
Lasse Kongo fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Abe Kongo manages to avoid it.
Abe Kongo is looking to clinch but Lasse Kongo is avoiding it.
Lasse Kongo misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Abe Kongo.
Lasse Kongo dodges the punch combination from Abe Kongo.
Abe Kongo throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Abe Kongo tries to close the distance and clinch up but Lasse Kongo swats him away and circles back towards the center.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sloppy strikes from Abe Kongo. Those never looked like landing. #TD#
Lasse Kongo closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Abe Kongo to the mat! Abe Kongo manages to get full guard.
Abe Kongo wriggles free and stands up.
Lasse Kongo is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Lasse Kongo is winning the standup battle so far.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lasse Kongo throws a nice looking combination but Abe Kongo bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1#
Abe Kongo attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Lasse Kongo circles away from the clinch attempt.
#CL#
Abe Kongo tries to keep at a distance but Lasse Kongo has taken the fight into the clinch.#TD#
Lasse Kongo ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Lasse Kongo no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Lasse Kongo can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Abe Kongo controls the pace.
Abe Kongo wants to control from the top but Lasse Kongo keeps moving.
Abe Kongo might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Lasse Kongo haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Lasse Kongo pulls Abe Kongo in close to prevent any damage. #T2#
Lasse Kongo is trying to control the position but Abe Kongo postures up.
Abe Kongo wants to pass the guard but Lasse Kongo is keeping the position.
Lasse Kongo wants to stand and escape but Abe Kongo is having none of it.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Abe Kongo controls from within his opponent's guard. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#CL2#
Abe Kongo moves into the clinch.#TD#
Lasse Kongo gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Abe Kongo keeping moving, preventing Lasse Kongo from controlling successfully.
Abe Kongo is controlling Lasse Kongo's posture.#T3#
Lasse Kongo wants to control from the top but Abe Kongo keeps moving.
Abe Kongo is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Lasse Kongo landing with the ground and pound. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Lasse Kongo trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Nice sprawl there from Abe Kongo as Lasse Kongo shoots in.#CL2#
Abe Kongo has Lasse Kongo up against the cage in a clinch.
Abe Kongo goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Lasse Kongo lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lasse Kongo has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Abe Kongo after a bit of a struggle.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Lasse Kongo. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC#
Lasse Kongo manages to break the clinch.
#TD#
Lasse Kongo drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Abe Kongo pushes Lasse Kongo off and scrambles back to his feet.
And that's the end of the fight!
Abe Kongo comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Abe Kongo 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 Anni Minnemäki scores the fight 29:28
Judge Arvi Lind scores the fight 28:29
Judge Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Abe Kongo! |
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Event:
D.F.C. 3
Date: May 01, 2021 |
#R1##TD#
Winchester closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Winchester working the head and body with strikes. #CUT#It looks like Lasse Kongo has been cut.
Winchester landing a few strikes.
We've been hearing good reports from Winchester'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.
Winchester cracks Kongo with a big elbow. #CUT#That has opened up Lasse Kongo's cut even more.
Winchester lands a few punches from side control.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Lasse Kongo's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Dean Winchester!
Dean Winchester tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool. |
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Event:
D.F.C. 2
Date: Apr 24, 2021 |
#R1##CL2#
Kongo clinches.
OG gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Kongo.
Kongo is trying to work for a single leg takedown but OG pulls him back up using the underhooks. #TD2#
Kongo turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
Kongo should think about turning a few of those tyres round his middle into muscle if he wants people to take him seriously as an athlete.
OG sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
OG is trying to get back to full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kongo seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but OG does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Kongo lands a nice short elbow.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kongo seems to have lost interest with the ground game and is thinking about standing back up.
Kongo is trying to control the action in half guard but OG is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T1#
Kongo lands with a punch from half guard.
Kongo not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Kongo is keen to just control but OG is a slippery customer.
Kongo is looking to stall here but OG recovers full guard.
OG wants to sweep here but Kongo controlling him for the moment.
OG has a closed guard, preventing Kongo from standing up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
OG is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR##T2#
Kongo trying to control from the bottom.
Kongo moves into full guard.
Kongo looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Kongo is trying to control the position but OG postures up. #SUB2#
Kongo escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. OG gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Kongo looking to control.
#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T3#
Kongo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by OG.
OG throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
OG connects with a body shot.#TD2#
Kongo scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Kongo tries to stand but OG is controlling his head.
Kongo trying to control the position but OG is working away.
What's OG going to do here then? He's in a bit of a pickle.#T4#
OG on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Kongo wants to take a breather but OG manages to regain guard - a lesson learnt for Kongo.
OG lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
OG wants to control from the top but Kongo keeps moving.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kongo is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Lasse Kongo dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Kongo fails in his attempt to clinch.
Kongo fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Triple OG seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
OG gets caught napping as Kongo dives in and scores a takedown. OG manages to retain guard.
OG wants to sweep here but Kongo controlling him for the moment.
OG has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Kongo trying to control but OG is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
OG not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
OG keeping moving, preventing Kongo from controlling successfully.
OG keeping full guard, as Kongo tries to pass. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
A looping hook to the body misses from OG. Kongo does a little dance to reset his feet.
We've been informed that Kongo has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
OG connects with a single shot there.
OG seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
OG works Kongo's body with a nice hook.#T2#
A slow jab from OG misses its intended target. #TD2#
Kongo throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. OG tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Kongo is in OG's guard.
OG looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Kongo is looking to stand up but OG won't let him.
OG keeping moving, preventing Kongo from controlling successfully.
Kongo looking to sit in guard and control but OG gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
OG trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T3#
Kongo can't keep his opponent in guard - OG advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
OG is taking a breather. Kongo 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.
Kongo makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Kongo.
Lasse Kongo has got the better of the ground game so far.
OG wants to control from the top but Kongo keeps moving.
Kongo wants to sweep here but OG controlling him for the moment. #SUB2#
Kongo is looking for a triangle but OG pushes his legs off easily.
#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Kongo is trying to control the position but OG postures up.
OG engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
OG stops Kongo from standing up. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
OG throws an overhand right that lands on Kongo's shoulder, as Kongo tries to avoid the shot.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kongo shoots for a double leg takedown but OG sprawls well. He's pushed Kongo's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Kongo shoots for a double leg takedown but OG sprawls well. He's pushed Kongo's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Triple OG has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Lasse Kongo.
OG throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Kongo on the side of the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Triple OG dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
A punch combination from OG misses. #TD2#
Kongo shoots in and bounces OG off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Kongo trying to control but OG is working from the bottom.
Kongo distracts OG with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Kongo wants to control from the top but OG keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kongo being controlled here momentarily.
Kongo advances to half guard. #T1#
Kongo wants to pass the guard but OG is defending well.
Kongo is trying to control. OG wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
OG keeping hold of Kongo's head, controlling as best he can.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Kongo is thwarting OG's attempts to control the position.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
OG misses with a wild body shot.
Kongo shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Kongo shoots in and drives through. OG sprawls well.
OG throws a looping overhand right but Kongo ducks down to avoid it.
Kongo tries for a takedown but OG circles away easily
and OG counters with a nice body shot.
OG scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Kongo tries to clinch
and OG counters with a right hand to the body.
Lasse Kongo is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
OG lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
OG connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
OG misses the jab.#T3#
OG throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Kongo on the side of the head.
OG lands a jab to Kongo's midsection.
Kongo takes a body punch but keeps moving.
The fighters circling - OG throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kongo feints the counter takedown.#TD2#
Kongo drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Kongo postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Kongo trying to control the position from guard on top but OG is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
OG looking to control.
Kongo trying to control the position from guard on top but OG is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
OG on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if OG tries to get out of the position.
OG has control of Kongo's left arm, preventing Kongo from doing any damage. #T4##SUB#
OG is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Kongo defends well.
OG wants to sweep but no luck. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Kongo shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with OG but OG pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Triple OG has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Lasse Kongo.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
OG waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kongo.
A big left from OG misses.
A jab lands there for OG.
And that's the end of the fight!
Triple OG showed his dominance in that final round.
I think OG 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 Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight 29:28
Judge Tarja Halkonen scores the fight 29:28
Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Triple OG! |
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Event:
D.F.C. 1
Date: Apr 14, 2021 |
#R1#
Eddie Kongo has a takedown stuffed.
Eddie Kongo has a takedown stuffed.#CL2#
Eddie Kongo gets tackled into the cage by Lasse Kongo. Lasse Kongo maintains the clinch. #TD2#
Lasse Kongo has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Eddie Kongo is trying to keep an underhook but Lasse Kongo manages to get the takedown into half guard.
Lasse Kongo frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Lasse Kongo looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Lasse Kongo is stalling here but it's allowed Eddie Kongo to get half guard.
Lasse Kongo is keen to just control but Eddie Kongo is a slippery customer.#T1#
Lasse Kongo moves into full mount! Eddie Kongo won't be happy about that!
Eddie Kongo is just holding on here. Lasse Kongo manages to take his back.
Lasse Kongo gets his hands free as Eddie Kongo looks to control.
Eddie Kongo is really stuck here.
Lasse Kongo is looking to control Eddie Kongo but Eddie Kongo is wriggling around and keeping busy.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Lasse Kongo might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Eddie Kongo haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Lasse Kongo has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Eddie Kongo's body.
Lasse Kongo should think about turning a few of those tyres round his middle into muscle if he wants people to take him seriously as an athlete.
Lasse Kongo keeps control of the position as Eddie Kongo tries to break free.
#SUB2#
Lasse Kongo looking for the choke from the back.
Lasse Kongo loading up with punches from the back mount - how long can Eddie Kongo hold on?
Eddie Kongo trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble. #SUB2#
Eddie Kongo defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
#T3#
I really don't envy Eddie Kongo right now.
Eddie Kongo is keeping busy.
Eddie Kongo tries to escape the position.
Lasse Kongo is landing with strikes from the back. #ROC2#Eddie Kongo is rocked!
Eddie Kongo is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Lasse Kongo.
Oh Eddie Kongo is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!#SUB2#
Lasse Kongo is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Eddie Kongo is defending well though. Lasse Kongo let's go of the attempt for now.#SUB2#
Lasse Kongo is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Lasse Kongo has good solid back control here. #SUB2#
Lasse Kongo is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Eddie Kongo has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here. #T4##SUB2#
Eddie Kongo 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 Lasse Kongo gets his way!
A lull in the action here.
#SUB2#
Lasse Kongo has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Lasse Kongo is raining down hard shots and and Eddie Kongo has had enough - he's tapped out due to the strikes!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Lasse Kongo! |
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