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Event:
DC 84: Sik v Tenkula
Date: Aug 20, 2023 |
#R1#
Billingsly connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
A looping hook to the body misses from Mihaljevic. Billingsly does a little dance to reset his feet.
Mihaljevic scores with a hook.
Billingsly thows a left - swing and a miss!
A decent looking cross lands there for Billingsly.
A telegraphed right hand from Billingsly misses the target.
Vedran Mihaljevic seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Mihaljevic displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination. #CUT2#It looks like Chad Billingsly has been cut.
Billingsly swings for the body but Mihaljevic moves out of range.
Jab from Billingsly.
Billingsly throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Mihaljevic throws a right hand that misses
and Billingsly counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Billingsly swings for the body but Mihaljevic moves out of range.
Mihaljevic throws a jab but it's blocked by Billingsly.
Mihaljevic takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Billingsly scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Billingsly misses with a hook
and Mihaljevic counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Billingsly throws a shot from downtown. Mihaljevic moves away and avoids it.
Billingsly lands a slapping body shot.
Billingsly misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Mihaljevic.
#T1#
Mihaljevic misses with a hook.
Mihaljevic ducks under a wild hook from Billingsly.#CL2#
Mihaljevic gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Mihaljevic scores with a shoulder strike.
I was talking to Billingsly's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Billingsly throws a punch but it's blocked by Mihaljevic.
Billingsly misses with a body punch.
Billingsly misses with the head strike.
Mihaljevic misses with a punch on the inside.
Mihaljevic is working Billingsly over against the cage.
Billingsly throws a punch but it's blocked by Mihaljevic.
Billingsly swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Mihaljevic tries to work over Billingsly's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Billingsly swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Billingsly misses with some punches.
Billingsly is leaning against Mihaljevic and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Billingsly lands a body punch in the clinch.
Billingsly tries to throw a body punch but Mihaljevic avoids it by throwing Billingsly back against the cage.
Mihaljevic is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Mihaljevic misses with a hook from the clinch. #T2#
Billingsly cracks Mihaljevic with a nice body shot.
Mihaljevic looks winded!
Billingsly leaning against his opponent.
Billingsly blocks an uppercut.
Billingsly lands with a right to the head.
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!
Billingsly lands with a short shot to the head.
Mihaljevic misses with a punch on the inside.
Billingsly is pushing Mihaljevic up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Mihaljevic is stalling here.
Mihaljevic blocks a body shot from Billingsly.
Billingsly lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Mihaljevic backwards.
Billingsly misses with a punch to the body.
Mihaljevic stalling in the clinch but Billingsly improves position.
Mihaljevic blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Billingsly working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Billingsly lands an uppercut.
Mihaljevic is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.#T3#
Mihaljevic tries to throw a body punch but Billingsly avoids it by throwing Mihaljevic back against the cage.
Mihaljevic blocks a body shot from Billingsly.
Billingsly lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Billingsly working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Billingsly tries a body shot but Mihaljevic blocks it.
Mihaljevic is pushing Billingsly up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Billingsly makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Mihaljevic digs a right hand into Billingsly's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Billingsly's gas tank.
Billingsly lands a shoulder strike.
Billingsly digs a right hand underneath Mihaljevic's ribcage. Mihaljevic let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Billingsly lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Mihaljevic.
Mihaljevic lands with a light punch inside.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Billingsly creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Mihaljevic has a couple of punches blocked by Billingsly.
Billingsly tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A nice left hand lands by Billingsly.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Billingsly pushes Mihaljevic back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#T4#
Billingsly tries to work over Mihaljevic's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Mihaljevic lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Billingsly or not.
Billingsly scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Billingsly avoids a wild elbow strike from Mihaljevic.
Billingsly throws a punch but it's blocked by Mihaljevic.
Billingsly blocks an uppercut.
Billingsly throws a punch but it's blocked by Mihaljevic.
Mihaljevic is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Billingsly is keeping busy.#BC#
Billingsly's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Mihaljevic looks to land a combination but Billingsly avoids it well.
Mihaljevic takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Billingsly pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Billingsly connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Billingsly misses with a series of wild punches.
Billingsly misses the jab.
Mihaljevic ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Chad Billingsly dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Chad Billingsly's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Billingsly digs a good body shot into Mihaljevic's ribs.
Mihaljevic throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Billingsly sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Mihaljevic misses the shot to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Mihaljevic. Billingsly does a little dance to reset his feet.
Mihaljevic takes a swing at Billingsly's ribcage but misses.
Mihaljevic misses with a jab, cross combination.
The fighters circle momentarily. Billingsly darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.#CL#
Billingsly takes the fight into the clinch.
Mihaljevic prevents a body shot from Billingsly.
Mihaljevic's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Mihaljevic tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Billingsly lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Billingsly lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Billingsly is leaning against Mihaljevic and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Chad Billingsly has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Mihaljevic tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Billingsly lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Mihaljevic backwards.
Mihaljevic misses with some punches.
Billingsly stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.#T1#
Mihaljevic is struggling to control the position.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Billingsly.
A hook to the body from Billingsly.
Billingsly tries a body shot but Mihaljevic blocks it.
Billingsly makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Billingsly is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Mihaljevic can do to turn this around?
Mihaljevic is breathing heavily.
A short right from Billingsly.
Billingsly misses with a short punch on the inside.
Billingsly lands a left hand.
Billingsly lands a hook to the side of the head.
Billingsly lands a body shot. #BC#
Billingsly's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Billingsly cracks Mihaljevic with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Billingsly lands a right hook to the body.
Mihaljevic on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
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!
Mihaljevic walks into a jab.
Billingsly fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Mihaljevic on the side of the head.
Mihaljevic thows a left - swing and a miss! #T2#
A left and a right from Billingsly both land. Nice combination.
Billingsly fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Mihaljevic blocks a head kick by Billingsly.
Mihaljevic throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
letting Billingsly counter with a right hand.
Mihaljevic looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Billingsly uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Billingsly connects with a good right hand that stumbles Mihaljevic. Mihaljevic circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Chad Billingsly is winning the standup battle so far.
Billingsly swings for the body but Mihaljevic moves out of range.
Mihaljevic appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Mihaljevic throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Billingsly.
Mihaljevic throws a lazy right hand but Billingsly sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Billingsly lands with a right hand.
Billingsly lands a jab to the nose.
Billingsly throws a jab when Mihaljevic was well out of range.
Mihaljevic has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Billingsly finds it's way round the side to connect with Mihaljevic's head.
Billingsly lands a nice hook to Mihaljevic's body. Mihaljevic takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Billingsly throws a jab but it's blocked by Mihaljevic. #T3#
Mihaljevic fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Billingsly manages to avoid it.
Mihaljevic fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Billingsly manages to avoid it.
No luck for Mihaljevic with that takedown attempt.
A jab from Billingsly does it's job there.
Nice body punch from Billingsly.
Billingsly throws a hook but Mihaljevic avoids it easily.
Mihaljevic moves out of range as Billingsly strikes.
Mihaljevic takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Billingsly fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Mihaljevic with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Billingsly throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Mihaljevic stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Mihaljevic shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Billingsly defends it nicely.#T4#
Mihaljevic takes one to the side of the head.
Mihaljevic is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Billingsly rather than just go for the knockout.
Mihaljevic drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Billingsly throws a right hand that Mihaljevic ducks under and follows up with a left that Mihaljevic also avoids with ease.
Billingsly swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Mihaljevic.
Billingsly looks to score with a jab to the body but Mihaljevic is just out of range.
Mihaljevic takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Billingsly cracks Mihaljevic with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Billingsly lands with an uppercut that bounces Mihaljevic off the cage and back into range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Mihaljevic. Billingsly does a little dance to reset his feet.
Billingsly connects with a jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Billingsly takes a swing at Mihaljevic's ribcage but misses.
Nice shot by Billingsly.
Mihaljevic rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Billingsly moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Billingsly throws a sloppy head kick and Mihaljevic moves out of range easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Chad Billingsly dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Chad Billingsly's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Mihaljevic throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
A decent looking cross lands there for Billingsly.
Mihaljevic lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Billingsly at a distance.
Mihaljevic thuds a left hand into Billingsly's body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Mihaljevic. Billingsly does a little dance to reset his feet.
A nice combination there by Billingsly.
Mihaljevic throws a jab when Billingsly was well out of range.
Mihaljevic smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Mihaljevic swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
A shot to the liver by Billingsly. Beautiful body shot.
Mihaljevic misses with an uppercut. Billingsly saw that one coming.
Mihaljevic keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mihaljevic throws a right and a left that Billingsly avoids nicely.
Billingsly lands with a right hand.
Mihaljevic takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Mihaljevic takes one to the side of the head.
Mihaljevic takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1#
A big right from Billingsly misses.
Billingsly swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Vedran Mihaljevic has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Billingsly slips a jab from Mihaljevic.
Mihaljevic misses with a wild body shot.
Billingsly throwing a counter right hand but Mihaljevic manages to avoid it.
Mihaljevic has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Billingsly fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Mihaljevic looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Billingsly cracks a nice hook into Mihaljevic's ribs.
Mihaljevic will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Billingsly uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Mihaljevic has time to react.
Good shot there by Billingsly.
Mihaljevic takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Billingsly looks to throw the jab but Mihaljevic is out of range.
Billingsly fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Mihaljevic looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Mihaljevic throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Billingsly lands a jab to Mihaljevic's midsection.#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Mihaljevic walks into a jab.
Mihaljevic misses with an uppercut
and Billingsly counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Billingsly scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Mihaljevic throws a body shot but no joy.
Mihaljevic throws a body punch but Billingsly moves out of range.
Billingsly scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Billingsly scores with a nice right hand.
Mihaljevic misses with a jab, cross combination.
Billingsly bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Mihaljevic's head backwards.
Billingsly scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Billingsly scores with a punch to the head.
Billingsly lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Mihaljevic on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Billingsly lands a jab to the head.
Mihaljevic takes a body punch but keeps moving. #T3#
Mihaljevic throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Billingsly is looking for a counter combo.#CL2#
Mihaljevic forces Billingsly back against the cage and clinches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Billingsly.
Mihaljevic struggles to land a body shot inside as Billingsly controls his hands.
#BC#
Billingsly's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Mihaljevic misses with a double jab
and Mihaljevic takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Billingsly closes the distance and lands a one-two.#CL#
Billingsly moves into the clinch.
With the fighters up against the cage, Mihaljevic throws an elbow but misses.
Mihaljevic fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Mihaljevic blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Billingsly as Mihaljevic tries to tie him up.
Mihaljevic lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Mihaljevic tries to land knees in the clinch but Billingsly avoids the damage to the body.
Billingsly lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Mihaljevic or not.
A short right from Billingsly on the inside. #T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mihaljevic stalling in the clinch but Billingsly improves position.
Mihaljevic missing with knees to the body.
A nice left hand lands by Billingsly.
Mihaljevic goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Billingsly lands a hook that snaps the head of Mihaljevic backwards.
Mihaljevic throws an elbow that misses.
Mihaljevic tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Billingsly lands a left hand.
Mihaljevic misses with some punches.
Chad Billingsly is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Mihaljevic misses with a short punch on the inside.
Mihaljevic effectively controlling the action here.
Mihaljevic has a couple of punches blocked by Billingsly.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Mihaljevic controlling the action here for a moment.
A head punch on the inside from Mihaljevic fails to land.
And that's the end of the fight!
Chad Billingsly showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Billingsly has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 30:27
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 30:27
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Chad Billingsly!
Chad Billingsly really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Dick Dolla Douchebag logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty. |
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Event:
DC 73 Farfan vs Kowalski
Date: Jul 23, 2023 |
#R1#
Left hook, right uppercut from Mihaljevic. #CUT2#It looks like Hassan Fezzik has been cut.
Fezzik lands a head shot.
Mihaljevic throws a body shot but no joy.
Fezzik gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Mihaljevic throws a body shot but no joy.
Fezzik uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Mihaljevic.
Fezzik throws a big counter combination but Mihaljevic scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Mihaljevic bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Fezzik's head.
Fezzik misses with a looping right.
Fezzik shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Mihaljevic eats them both and turns towards Fezzik to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.#CUT#It looks like Vedran Mihaljevic has been cut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Fezzik.#KD#
Oooooh!!! Fezzik has knocked Mihaljevic down with a huge combo! Fezzik steps away and waves a wobbly Mihaljevic back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!
Mihaljevic takes a swing at Fezzik's ribcage but misses.
Mihaljevic has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Mihaljevic takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Fezzik finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Mihaljevic misses with a double jab.
Mihaljevic throws a left and a right that both miss
and Fezzik counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Fezzik ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#T1#
Fezzik scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Mihaljevic doesn't seem bothered though.
Mihaljevic swings widly with a right hand
letting Fezzik counter with a right hand.
Mihaljevic throws the left hand but Fezzik avoids the punch easily.
Mihaljevic tries to close the distance and clinch up but Fezzik swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Fezzik feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Fezzik has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Cobra Kai Workout Center in the buildup to the fight.
Mihaljevic throws a right hand that misses
#KD#
and Fezzik counters with a nice right hand that sends Mihaljevic toppling to the canvas! Mihaljevic scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Fezzik finish him?!#ROC#Mihaljevic is rocked!
Mihaljevic misses with a jab, cross combination.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Fezzik takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Mihaljevic fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Fezzik manages to avoid it.
Fezzik throws a body punch but Mihaljevic moves out of range.
Fezzik lands a nice looking body shot.
Mihaljevic pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Fezzik takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Mihaljevic glances at the clock... BAM! Fezzik nails him with a big right hand! A momentary lapse in concentration sends Mihaljevic crashing to the mat! The referee steps in and this one is over! Damn, Mihaljevic is out of it, he thinks the ref is his opponent!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Hassan Fezzik!
Hassan Fezzik decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
DC 64: McDade vs Niaz 2
Date: Jun 25, 2023 |
#R1#
Mihaljevic jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
#CUT#It looks like King Ipitan has been cut.
Ipitan takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Ipitan ducks under a wild hook from Mihaljevic.
Ipitan throws a fast counter high kick but Mihaljevic manages to duck under it in time.
Ipitan avoids the body shot from Mihaljevic.
Ipitan is looking for the big counter here.
Ipitan drops his hands momentarily and Mihaljevic takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #CL2#
Ipitan fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Mihaljevic, pushing him back against the cage.
Mihaljevic digs a right hand into Ipitan's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Ipitan's gas tank.
Mihaljevic throws a punch but it's blocked by Ipitan.
Mihaljevic working some nice short punches in the clinch.#CUT#That has opened up King Ipitan's cut even more.
Mihaljevic lands a hook to the side of the head.
Ipitan lands a right hand that snaps the head of Mihaljevic backwards.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ipitan blocks an uppercut.
Mihaljevic softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#BC#
Mihaljevic breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Mihaljevic jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Ipitan wants to counter the offense by Mihaljevic and move into the clinch position.#CL2#
Ipitan moves into range and clinches up with Mihaljevic.
Ipitan is trying to break free.
Ipitan blocking some punches.
#BC2#
Ipitan breaks the clinch.
Mihaljevic lands a jab to Ipitan's midsection.
Mihaljevic throws a big shot that misses.#T1#
A telegraphed right hand from Mihaljevic misses the target.
We've been told by Mihaljevic's head coaches at Roosters Coop that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Mihaljevic fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ipitan manages to avoid it.
Nice defenses there by Ipitan.
Mihaljevic scores with a hook.
Mihaljevic throws out a loose jab but Ipitan uses good head movement to avoid it.
Mihaljevic misses with a two punch combination.
Mihaljevic keeps the fight on the outside.
A swing and a miss from Mihaljevic.
Ipitan tries to clinch but Mihaljevic is having none of it.
Ipitan scores with a hook to the body. Mihaljevic takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Mihaljevic connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.#CUT#The cut above King Ipitan's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Good standup being displayed there by Ipitan as he connects with a hook.#CUT2#It looks like Vedran Mihaljevic has been cut.#CL2#
Ipitan has closed the distance and engaged Mihaljevic in a clinch.
Mihaljevic misses with the head strike.
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!#BC#
Mihaljevic escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#T2#
Mihaljevic lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Ipitan at a distance.
Good exchange - Mihaljevic coming out on top.
A telegraphed right hand from Mihaljevic misses the target. #CL2#
Ipitan closes the distance and clinches.
Ipitan wants to get back to striking at distance but Mihaljevic won't allow it.
#BC2#
Ipitan breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2#
Ipitan has closed the distance and engaged Mihaljevic in a clinch.
Mihaljevic blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Mihaljevic tries to work over Ipitan's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Ipitan wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Mihaljevic blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Mihaljevic lands a body punch in the clinch.
Mihaljevic lands with a left to the head. #CUT#King Ipitan's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
Ipitan misses with a knee to the head. #BC2#
Ipitan breaks from the clinch.
Ipitan ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A jab lands there for Mihaljevic.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at King Ipitan's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:05 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Vedran Mihaljevic!
Vedran Mihaljevic decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way. |
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Event:
DC 56: Knightley vs Rocksteady
Date: May 28, 2023 |
#R1#
Nice jab there from Mihaljevic.
Kyrvänsyylä lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Mihaljevic circles away quickly and effectively.
Kyrvänsyylä looks to land a combination but Mihaljevic avoids it well.
A punch combination from Kyrvänsyylä misses.
Kyrvänsyylä lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Mihaljevic backs up against the cage.
Kyrvänsyylä wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Mihaljevic looks to throw the jab but Kyrvänsyylä is out of range.
Despite the aggression on Kyrvänsyylä's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Kyrvänsyylä lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Kyrvänsyylä looks to score with a jab to the body but Mihaljevic is just out of range.
Mihaljevic was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Mihaljevic lands with a right hand.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#KD#
Mihaljevic lands a big right hand that sends Kyrvänsyylä crashing to the mat! Mihaljevic stays standing though and waves Kyrvänsyylä back to his feet!#T1#
Kyrvänsyylä misses with a few strikes there.
Mihaljevic fires out a quick counter leg kick but Kyrvänsyylä just manages to avoid it.
Mihaljevic looks to land a left hand but Kyrvänsyylä moved out of range nicely.
Kyrvänsyylä is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Kyrvänsyylä throws a left and a right that both miss
enabling Mihaljevic to counter with a crisp jab.
Kyrvänsyylä misses with a wild body shot.
Mihaljevic rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
enabling Kyrvänsyylä to counter with a crisp jab.
Mihaljevic uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kyrvänsyylä.
Kyrvänsyylä moves out of range as Mihaljevic strikes.
Kyrvänsyylä will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
#T2#
Kyrvänsyylä misses with a jab to the body
#KD#
and Mihaljevic counters with a nice right hand that sends Kyrvänsyylä toppling to the canvas! Kyrvänsyylä scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Mihaljevic finish him?!#ROC#Kyrvänsyylä is rocked!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A punch combination from Kyrvänsyylä misses.
Kyrvänsyylä is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Mihaljevic rather than just go for the knockout.
Kyrvänsyylä scores with a shot to the body.
Mihaljevic misses with a double jab
and Kyrvänsyylä counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kyrvänsyylä ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kyrvänsyylä jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Mihaljevic looks to land a right hand but Kyrvänsyylä moved out of range.
Kyrvänsyylä avoids the head kick by Mihaljevic.
#T3#
Kyrvänsyylä misses with a double jab
and Mihaljevic cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Mihaljevic throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Mihaljevic takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Kyrvänsyylä moves out of range as Mihaljevic strikes.
Mihaljevic tries to clinch but Kyrvänsyylä moves away
letting Kyrvänsyylä counter with a right hand.
Kyrvänsyylä uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Mihaljevic.
Kyrvänsyylä pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Mihaljevic is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Mihaljevic rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Kyrvänsyylä counters with a nice uppercut. #T4#
Kyrvänsyylä scores with a crisp jab that stopped Mihaljevic in his tracks.
Mihaljevic avoids the body shot from Kyrvänsyylä.
Mihaljevic throws a lazy uppercut
enabling Kyrvänsyylä to counter with a crisp jab.
Mihaljevic fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Mihaljevic swings widly with a right hand
and Kyrvänsyylä counters with a right hand to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kyrvänsyylä ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Mihaljevic takes one on the button.
Mihaljevic misses with a left hand
and Kyrvänsyylä counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Einar Kyrvänsyylä will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Kyrvänsyylä ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mihaljevic moves away.
Kyrvänsyylä lands with a good body shot.
Mihaljevic slips under a jab from Kyrvänsyylä.
Einar Kyrvänsyylä seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Mihaljevic throws an off balance right hand
and Kyrvänsyylä counters with a two punch combo.
Kyrvänsyylä listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Mihaljevic looks to throw the jab but Kyrvänsyylä is out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kyrvänsyylä lands a right hook to the body.
Kyrvänsyylä dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Kyrvänsyylä lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Mihaljevic at a distance.
#T1#
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Mihaljevic checks a leg kick.
Mihaljevic appears to be looking for a big counter.
Mihaljevic shoots and misses
and Kyrvänsyylä connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kyrvänsyylä stalks Mihaljevic and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Mihaljevic's face. Mihaljevic staggers backwards, shaken.
Einar Kyrvänsyylä seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kyrvänsyylä throws a head kick but Mihaljevic moves out of range.
Mihaljevic feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Mihaljevic throws a left and a right that both miss
and Kyrvänsyylä makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Nice body punch from Kyrvänsyylä.
We've been told by Mihaljevic's head coaches at Roosters Coop that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Kyrvänsyylä looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Mihaljevic jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T2#
Kyrvänsyylä rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Mihaljevic moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Mihaljevic tries to move into range but Kyrvänsyylä moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Kyrvänsyylä misses with a jab, cross combination.
An attempted straight right counter from Mihaljevic misses the target.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kyrvänsyylä lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Mihaljevic misses with a kick to the body.
Kyrvänsyylä throws a right hand that Mihaljevic ducks under and follows up with a left that Mihaljevic also avoids with ease.
Mihaljevic throws an overhand right that lands on Kyrvänsyylä's shoulder, as Kyrvänsyylä tries to avoid the shot.
As Mihaljevic backs off Kyrvänsyylä throws a huge counter combo but Mihaljevic manages to avoid it all.
Kyrvänsyylä tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Mihaljevic was well out of range. Poor timing from Kyrvänsyylä.
Mihaljevic seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Kyrvänsyylä lands a body shot.
#T3#
Mihaljevic steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kyrvänsyylä.
Kyrvänsyylä rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Mihaljevic moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Mihaljevic on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Mihaljevic dodges the punch combination from Kyrvänsyylä.
An attempted straight right counter from Mihaljevic misses the target.
Kyrvänsyylä misses with a wild body shot.
Kyrvänsyylä fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Mihaljevic manages to avoid it.
Kyrvänsyylä lands with a shot to the body. #T4#
Kyrvänsyylä uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Mihaljevic lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Kyrvänsyylä throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Kyrvänsyylä slips a jab and a cross from Mihaljevic.
Kyrvänsyylä looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
A little feinted left hand from Mihaljevic on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kyrvänsyylä goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mihaljevic jabbing away but nothing is landing.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Mihaljevic might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Kyrvänsyylä slips a straight right by Mihaljevic.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Einar Kyrvänsyylä showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Kyrvänsyylä throws a body punch but Mihaljevic moves out of range.
Vedran Mihaljevic has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kyrvänsyylä tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Kyrvänsyylä scores with a jab.
Kyrvänsyylä displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Mihaljevic throws out the jab.
No joy there for Kyrvänsyylä, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Kyrvänsyylä throws a body shot but no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kyrvänsyylä jabs Mihaljevic to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Kyrvänsyylä misses with a wild body shot.
Kyrvänsyylä looks to score with a jab to the body but Mihaljevic is just out of range.
Mihaljevic half committed to a counter leg kick.#T1#
Left hook, right uppercut from Kyrvänsyylä.
Mihaljevic waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kyrvänsyylä.
Kyrvänsyylä stalks Mihaljevic and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Mihaljevic's face. Mihaljevic staggers backwards, shaken.
Kyrvänsyylä has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Kyrvänsyylä lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Mihaljevic at a distance.
Kyrvänsyylä scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Mihaljevic throws an off balance right hand
and Kyrvänsyylä connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A punch combination from Kyrvänsyylä misses.
A little feinted left hand from Mihaljevic on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
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!
Kyrvänsyylä pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Mihaljevic back to the cage. Kyrvänsyylä follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.#T2#
A decent looking cross lands there for Kyrvänsyylä.
Kyrvänsyylä swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Kyrvänsyylä takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Kyrvänsyylä shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Mihaljevic takes one to the side of the head.
Kyrvänsyylä misses with a wild body shot.
Mihaljevic swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A combination from Kyrvänsyylä does no damage.
Mihaljevic went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Kyrvänsyylä moves away from the strike by Mihaljevic. #T3#
Mihaljevic throws a right and a left that both miss.
Mihaljevic misses with a straight left.
Kyrvänsyylä waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Mihaljevic.
Kyrvänsyylä has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Mihaljevic rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Kyrvänsyylä moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
A countering left hand to the body from Kyrvänsyylä misses.
Mihaljevic takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Kyrvänsyylä throws a left and a right that both miss
and Mihaljevic counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kyrvänsyylä dodges the punch combination from Mihaljevic.
#T4#
Kyrvänsyylä circles away from the clinch attempt.
Kyrvänsyylä steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Mihaljevic.
Mihaljevic takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Einar Kyrvänsyylä is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Mihaljevic takes one to the chin there.
Mihaljevic throws a lazy uppercut
and Kyrvänsyylä counters with a right hand to the body. #CL#
Mihaljevic gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A short body shot lands from Kyrvänsyylä as the two fighters clinch.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Kyrvänsyylä scores with an uppercut up the middle.#BC2#
Kyrvänsyylä breaks from the clinch.
Sloppy strikes from Kyrvänsyylä. Those never looked like landing.
And that's the end of the fight!
Einar Kyrvänsyylä comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Kyrvänsyylä 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 Sergei Dronov scores the fight 27:30
Judge Vladimir Khabensky scores the fight 27:30
Judge Ivan Kurochkin scores the fight 28:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Einar Kyrvänsyylä!
Einar Kyrvänsyylä decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little. |
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Event:
DC 47: Niaz vs Line
Date: Apr 29, 2023 |
#R1##CL2#
Mjölnir instigates a clinch.
A shot in the inside from Mjölnir.
Mihaljevic wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
#BC#
Mihaljevic breaks the clinch.
Mjölnir doesn't manage to clinch there - Mihaljevic circles away.
We've been told by Mihaljevic's head coaches at Roosters Coop that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Mjölnir tries to clinch up but Mihaljevic circles away and keeps his distance.
Mihaljevic misses with an uppercut.
Mjölnir shapes to counter with a head kick.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Mjölnir creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #BC#
Mihaljevic breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2#
Mjölnir closes the distance and clinches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC#
Mihaljevic breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Mjölnir doesn't manage to clinch there - Mihaljevic circles away.
Mjölnir moves out of range of the strikes.
Mjölnir tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Mihaljevic paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Mihaljevic throws a counter high kick but Mjölnir was just alert enough to avoid it.
Mjölnir tries to clinch but Mihaljevic moves away #KD#
and Mihaljevic counters with a crisp one two that drops Mjölnir! Mihaljevic thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Mjölnir to his feet! Mjölnir is in big trouble!#ROC#Mjölnir is rocked!#T1#
Mjölnir throws a looping overhand right but Mihaljevic ducks down to avoid it.
An attempted straight right counter from Mihaljevic misses the target.
Mjölnir is still on wobbly legs! Can Mihaljevic finish him?#CL2#
Mjölnir clinches with his opponent.
#BC#
Mihaljevic breaks from the clinch.
Mjölnir tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Mihaljevic counters with a big left hand that crumples Mjölnir! He was out before he hit the floor! Brutal knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:14 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Vedran Mihaljevic!
Vedran Mihaljevic was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed. |
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Event:
DC 38: Talvela vs Dye
Date: Mar 26, 2023 |
#R1#
MacMillan misses with a takedown attempt
and Mihaljevic counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
MacMillan tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Mihaljevic swivels and escapes.
Mihaljevic looks like he wants to counter punch here.#CL2#
Mihaljevic clinches up against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mihaljevic. #BC2#
Mihaljevic breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#TD#
MacMillan shoots in and bounces Mihaljevic off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
MacMillan stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Mihaljevic swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
MacMillan drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Mihaljevic dives on top into guard.#REVB#
MacMillan looking to hit a scissor sweep but Mihaljevic is one step ahead there.
Mihaljevic has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of MacMillan is proving hard to escape from. #T1##SUB#
MacMillan is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Mihaljevic wants to stand and escape but instead MacMillan has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVR#
Mihaljevic wants to sweep but no luck.
Mihaljevic keeping moving, preventing MacMillan from controlling successfully.
MacMillan advances position into side control!
Mihaljevic dodges the ground and pound from MacMillan.#T2##SUB#
MacMillan is trying to get an arm triangle but Mihaljevic is defending well.
Mihaljevic is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, MacMillan asserts his dominance and retains side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
MacMillan landing with strikes to the head and body from side control. #SUB#
MacMillan goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Mihaljevic rolls with the submission and now he's on top in MacMillan's guard! Nice work there by Mihaljevic! #SUB#
MacMillan has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Mihaljevic can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
MacMillan looking for a guillotine here but Mihaljevic defends easily.
#T3##SU2#
Mihaljevic gets to his feet - MacMillan follows without any prompting.
MacMillan doesn't succeed with the takedown
and MacMillan takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CUT2#It looks like Evan MacMillan has been cut.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Evan MacMillan. That's going to take a lot out of him.
MacMillan get stunned by a cross and takes another one on the button. MacMillan stumbles backwards and tries to bounce back off the cage but Mihaljevic runs in and jumps on him with a leaping lead hook that puts him out! Wow, that was highlight reel stuff! Awesome finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Vedran Mihaljevic!
In his post fight interview, Vedran Mihaljevic started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception. |
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Event:
DC 31: Ziegler vs Hoshino
Date: Feb 26, 2023 |
#R1#
Nice jab there from Vega.
Mihaljevic misses with an uppercut. Vega saw that one coming.
Mihaljevic misses with a jab, cross combination.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Vega! But no joy.
Vega motions for Mihaljevic to come forward. Vega throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Vedran Mihaljevic seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Mihaljevic fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Mihaljevic throws the left hand but Vega avoids the punch easily.
Vega is looking to land body kicks.
Mihaljevic was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Mihaljevic misses with a hook. Vega ducked under it nicely.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Vega.
Mihaljevic throws an overhand right that lands on Vega's shoulder, as Vega tries to avoid the shot.
Mihaljevic throws a right and a left that Vega avoids nicely.
Vega keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Mihaljevic.
Vega uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Mihaljevic.
Mihaljevic looks to throw the jab but Vega is out of range.
A punch lands to the side of Mihaljevic 's head but he takes it in his stride.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Vega ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Mihaljevic misses with a right hand
and Vega connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Vega uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Mihaljevic.
Vega throws a counter combo.#T1#
Mihaljevic throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Vega slips a jab from Mihaljevic.
Mihaljevic misses with a left hand
and Vega connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
No joy there for Mihaljevic, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Mihaljevic gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Vega moves out of range of the body kick from Mihaljevic.
Mihaljevic throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Mihaljevic is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Vega throws a combination. Mihaljevic tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Vega misses with a body kick.
Mihaljevic looks to throw the jab but Vega is out of range.
Mihaljevic misses with a hook. Vega ducked under it nicely.
Mihaljevic has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Roosters Coop in the buildup to the fight.
Mihaljevic uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Vega has time to react.
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!
Vega ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Mihaljevic rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Vega counters with a low kick, right behind Mihaljevic 's knee.
Vega dodges the punch combination from Mihaljevic.
Vega defending well as Mihaljevic loads up on a big left hand. #T2#
A big left from Mihaljevic misses.
Vega lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Mihaljevic throws a right hand that misses
and Vega makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Mihaljevic swings widly with a right hand
enabling Vega to counter with a crisp jab.
Mihaljevic misses with a few strikes there.
Mihaljevic throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Vega counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Mihaljevic tries for a takedown but Vega circles away easily
and Vega counters with a nice body shot.
Vega takes one on the button.
Mihaljevic throws a sloppy head kick and Vega moves out of range easily.
Vega lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Vega steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Mihaljevic.
Mihaljevic thows a left - swing and a miss!
Mihaljevic sets himself, and Vega steps forward looking for the clinch! Mihaljevic avoids it this time.
Mihaljevic shoots in for a takedown but Vega shows good takedown defense.
Vega slips a jab from Mihaljevic.
Mihaljevic fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.#T3#
Vega ducks under a wild hook from Mihaljevic.
Mihaljevic takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Vega showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Mihaljevic.
Mihaljevic is breathing heavily.
Mihaljevic misses with a straight right.
Vega moves out of range as Mihaljevic strikes.
Mihaljevic misses with a right hand
and Mihaljevic takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Mihaljevic throws a lazy uppercut
and Vega counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Mihaljevic falls off balance throwing a combination
and Vega counters with a stiff right hand.
Vega throws a nice outside leg kick.
Mihaljevic throws a lazy uppercut
and Vega counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Mihaljevic throws a jab but it's blocked by Vega.
A little jabbing left from Vega on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Mihaljevic misses with a hook
and Vega cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Left hook, right uppercut from Vega.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Vega uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Mihaljevic.#T4#
Mihaljevic throws a poor cross that misses
and Vega cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Vega scores with a one two! Mihaljevic had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Mihaljevic throws a right hand that misses
and Vega makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Mihaljevic really felt that one!
Mihaljevic chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Vega can pounce on him.
Mihaljevic pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Vega swats away the attempt to clinch by Mihaljevic.
Vega is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Mihaljevic had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Vega misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Mihaljevic is looking to counter punch.
Mihaljevic throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Mihaljevic misses with a right hand
and Vega connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Mihaljevic swinging wildly here.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Vega displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Mihaljevic throws out the jab.
Vega is looking for the big counter here.
Mihaljevic moves to clinch but Vega breaks away
and Vega makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Mihaljevic rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Vega counters with a thumping low kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Keaton Vega dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Mihaljevic throws a big shot that misses.
Mihaljevic throws an overhand right that lands on Vega's shoulder, as Vega tries to avoid the shot.
Mihaljevic throws a right and a left that both miss.
Vega connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Both fighters circling a little - Vega finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Vega lands a head shot.
Vega slips a straight right by Mihaljevic.
Mihaljevic walks into a jab.
Mihaljevic swings widly with a right hand
and Vega counters with a one-two to the body.
A shot to the liver by Vega. Beautiful body shot.
Mihaljevic has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Mihaljevic there as he acknowledges the shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Vega takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Vega fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Mihaljevic has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Mihaljevic throws a head kick but Vega moves out of range.
A telegraphed right hand from Mihaljevic misses the target.
Vega clobbers Mihaljevic with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #T1#
Mihaljevic throws a left and a right that both miss
and Vega counters with an outside leg kick.
Mihaljevic looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Mihaljevic misses with a left hand
and Vega counters with a nice uppercut.
Mihaljevic misses with a lunging right hand
and Vega makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Mihaljevic takes a kick to the side of the head.
Mihaljevic misses with a right hand
and Vega counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Vega steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Mihaljevic.
Mihaljevic swings widly with a right hand
and Mihaljevic takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A head kick by Mihaljevic misses
and Vega counters with a low kick, right behind Mihaljevic 's knee.
Vega swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Mihaljevic.
Vega lunges at Mihaljevic with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Mihaljevic's hand.
A big right from Mihaljevic misses.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Vega darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
The fighters circling - Mihaljevic throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Vega now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Mihaljevic might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Mihaljevic is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Vega moves into range and connects with a jab.
Vega moves out of range of the strikes.#T2#
Mihaljevic on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Vega. Vega obviously looking to wear him down.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Vega checks a leg kick.
Donk. Vega catches Mihaljevic right on the button with a cross.
Vega uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Mihaljevic.
Vega connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Vega uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Mihaljevic.
Mihaljevic sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Vega stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Vega connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Mihaljevic swings widly with a right hand
and Vega connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#ROC2#Mihaljevic is rocked!
Mihaljevic throws the left hand but Vega avoids the punch easily.
Vega looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Oh Mihaljevic is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Mihaljevic misses with a double jab
#CL2#
and Vega holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Mihaljevic seems to have got his legs back now.
Mihaljevic takes a shot to the head.
Mihaljevic has had enough of the clinch but Vega keeps him there for the moment.
Vega tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Mihaljevic avoids it.
Vega is stalling here.
#T3#
Vega looking to throw knees to the head but Mihaljevic is blocking nicely.
Mihaljevic goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Vega lands a left hand.
Vega working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Mihaljevic tries to break free but Vega pushes him back against the cage.
Mihaljevic wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Mihaljevic is looking to break free of the clinch but Vega has double underhooks.
Vega throws a knee to the head but misses.
Mihaljevic avoids the elbow strike from Vega, against the cage.
Mihaljevic is looking to break free of the clinch but Vega has double underhooks.
Vega trying to stall but Mihaljevic improves his position.
Vega tries to land a knee to the head but Mihaljevic blocks with his arms.
#BC#
Mihaljevic's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Mihaljevic steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Vega. That one must have hurt.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Vega in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
Mihaljevic jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Mihaljevic fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Vega is out of range.
Mihaljevic sets himself, and Vega steps forward looking for the clinch! Mihaljevic avoids it this time.#T4#
Vega connects with a leg kick.
Mihaljevic tries to land a leg kick but Vega saw it coming and moves away.
Mihaljevic throws a hook to the side of Vega's head but Vega sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Mihaljevic throws a poor cross that misses
and Vega connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Mihaljevic misses with a straight left.
Vega swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Vega throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Mihaljevic stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Vega buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Vega throws a sloppy head kick and Mihaljevic moves out of range easily.
Mihaljevic throws a shot from downtown. Vega moves away and avoids it.
Mihaljevic attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Vega thuds a left hand into Mihaljevic's body.
Mihaljevic lands with a nice combination. Vega backs away looking to recover.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Mihaljevic throws a big shot that misses.
Vega is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Vega takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Mihaljevic misses with an attempted mid kick.
A countering left hand to the body from Vega misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Keaton Vega showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3##CL2#
Vega instigates a clinch.
Mihaljevic wants to break the clinch but can't.
Mihaljevic is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Mihaljevic wants to break free but Vega has control.
#BC#
Mihaljevic breaks from the clinch.
Vega with a jab.
Mihaljevic throws a combination that misses
and Vega counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Mihaljevic misses with an uppercut. Vega saw that one coming.
Vega throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Mihaljevic swinging wildly here.
Vega lands a leg kick that knocks Mihaljevic off balance momentarily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Crunch! Vega slams his shin into Mihaljevic's torso.
Mihaljevic misses with a hook.
Vega tries to counter with a clinch but Mihaljevic shakes him off and moves away.
Mihaljevic will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Vega dips to his left and cracks Mihaljevic with an uppercut!
Mihaljevic on the wrong end of a nice hook.#T1#
Vega feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Mihaljevics jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Vega connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Mihaljevic tries to close the distance and clinch but Vega swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Mihaljevic loads up on a big right hand but Vega slips the punch.
Vega bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Vega thinks about the counter body kick.
Mihaljevic throws a right hand that misses
and Vega counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Vega lands a leg kick that knocks Mihaljevic off balance momentarily.
Mihaljevic misses with a lunging right hand
and Vega connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Mihaljevic swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Vega has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Vega keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Mihaljevic.
The crowd cheers as Mihaljevic lands an impressive looking overhand right. Vega doesn't seem phased though.
Mihaljevic connects with a jab.
Mihaljevic with a lazy takedown attempt
and Vega counters with a leg kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mihaljevic throws a left and a right that both miss
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
A solid leg kick lands there for Vega.
Vega lands a really nice looking cross but Mihaljevic seems unphased.
#T2#
A slapping body kick lands there for Vega.
A head kick from Vega lands but Mihaljevic takes it in his stride.
Mihaljevic throws a right hand that Vega ducks under and follows up with a left that Vega also avoids with ease.
Vega staying out of range there.
Vega looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Vega plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Vega pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Mihaljevic misses with a hook. Vega ducked under it nicely.
Mihaljevic on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Mihaljevic misses with a right hand
and Vega counters with a nice body shot.
Vega feints a jab promting Mihaljevic to slip. Vega then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Mihaljevic slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Vega lands with a kick to the temple. Mihaljevic shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Mihaljevic looks to land a right hand but Vega moved out of range.#T3#
Mihaljevic misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Vega.
Vega looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Mihaljevic misses with a lunging right hand
and Vega counters with a straight right hand.
Mihaljevic misses with a right hand
and Vega counters with a good low kick that Mihaljevic was not able to check.
A shot to the body from Mihaljevic misses
and Vega counters with a nice body kick.
Mihaljevic avoids the head kick by Vega.
Mihaljevic thows a left - swing and a miss!
Mihaljevic fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Vega manages to avoid it.
Mihaljevic will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Vega tries to clinch up.
Mihaljevic throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Vega scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Mihaljevic pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Mihaljevic misses the jab.
Mihaljevic misses with a hook
and Vega counters with a right hand to the body. #T4#
Vega throws a one two combo.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mihaljevic misses with a double jab
#CL2#
and Vega counters by clinching up.
Vega avoiding damage.
A short left from Vega.
Vega has Mihaljevic pressed against the cage.
Keaton Vega is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Mihaljevic misses with the head strike.
Vedran Mihaljevic has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Mihaljevic throws a head punch that misses. #BC#
Mihaljevic escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Vega is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Vega uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Mihaljevic.
Vega connects with a looping right hand.
And that's the end of the fight!
Keaton Vega comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Vega 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 Aleksandr Martynov scores the fight 27:30
Judge Illya Tyunina scores the fight 27:30
Judge Dmitry Maklakov scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Keaton Vega!
Keaton Vega thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
DC 23: Thorn vs Billingsly
Date: Jan 29, 2023 |
#R1#
Mihaljevic thows a left - swing and a miss!
Real let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Vedran Mihaljevic seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nice shot lands for Real.
Mihaljevic avoids the body shot from Real.
Mihaljevic's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Mihaljevic duly obliges.
Real takes one to the side of the head.
Mihaljevic steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Real.
Mihaljevic misses the shot to the body.
Real avoids a punch combination nicely.
Mihaljevic throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Real throws a body shot but no joy.
Real is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
A slapping leg kick lands for Mihaljevic.
Mihaljevic throws a big shot that misses.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Real thuds his right hand into Mihaljevic's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
A looping hook to the body misses from Real. Mihaljevic does a little dance to reset his feet.
Real dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Mihaljevic looks to land a combination but Real avoids it well.
Mihaljevic throws a lazy right hand but Real sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Real stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.#T1#
Real takes a swing at Mihaljevic's ribcage but misses.
Mihaljevic pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Mihaljevic will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Mihaljevic scores with a jab to the jaw.
Real thuds a left hand into Mihaljevic's body.
Mihaljevic lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Mihaljevic jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A countering left hand to the body from Real misses.
Real swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Mihaljevic throws an overhand right that lands on Real's shoulder, as Real tries to avoid the shot.
Mihaljevic takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Real fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Mihaljevic manages to avoid it.
Real looks to land a right hand but Mihaljevic moved out of range.
Mihaljevic has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Roosters Coop in the buildup to the fight.
Mihaljevic misses with the combination.
Mihaljevic swings widly with a right hand
and Real counters with a nice uppercut.
A swing and a miss from Real.#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A swing and a miss from Mihaljevic.
Real swings for the body but Mihaljevic moves out of range.
Real has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Real lands a jab to Mihaljevic's midsection.
Real defending well as Mihaljevic loads up on a big left hand.
Real leaves Mihaljevic with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
A big right from Real misses.
Mihaljevic seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Mihaljevic misses with a wild combination.
Real uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Mihaljevic.
Real scores with a hook to the body. Mihaljevic takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Real cracks Mihaljevic with a good jab.
Mihaljevic uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Real.
Mihaljevic looks to land a right hand but Real moved out of range.
Real looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Mihaljevic throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Real ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Mihaljevic misses with a straight right.
Mihaljevic pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T3#
Mihaljevic throws the left hand but Real avoids the punch easily.
Mihaljevic lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Real takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Real is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Mihaljevic.
Mihaljevic tries to move into range but Real moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Mihaljevic drops his hands momentarily and Real takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Real has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Real tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Mihaljevic was well out of range. Poor timing from Real.
Mihaljevic fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Mihaljevic lands an overhand right.
Mihaljevic throws a series of punches but Real avoids them all with ease.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mihaljevic scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Real has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Real moves out of range of the strikes.
Real misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Mihaljevic.
A looping hook to the body misses from Real. Mihaljevic does a little dance to reset his feet.
Real slips under a jab.
Mihaljevic fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Real manages to avoid it.
Real looks to land a left hand but Mihaljevic moved out of range nicely.#T4#
Mihaljevic throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Mihaljevic pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Mihaljevic slips a jab from Real.
A jab from Mihaljevic misses.
Mihaljevic throws a jab when Real was well out of range.
Real is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Mihaljevic rather than just go for the knockout.
Mihaljevic throws a lazy uppercut
and Real counters with a nice uppercut.
Mihaljevic throws a lazy right hand but Real sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A nice side step and Real releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Real uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Mihaljevic.
Real appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Mihaljevic throws a hook but Real blocks it.
Mihaljevic misses with a double jab.
Mihaljevic lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Mihaljevic tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Real was well out of range. Poor timing from Mihaljevic.
Mihaljevic throws a hook to the side of Real's head but Real sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Mihaljevic lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Mihaljevic chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Mihaljevic looks to land a right hand but Real moved out of range.
Mihaljevic misses with the combination.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Vedran Mihaljevic dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Real blocks a low kick nicely.
Mihaljevic slips under a jab from Real.
Real scores with a hook.
Mihaljevic lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Mihaljevic tries to score with a low kick but Real moves his leg out of the way.
Real moves out of range of the strikes.
Real throws a looping overhand right but Mihaljevic ducks down to avoid it.
Mihaljevic throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Real sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Real throws out a counter right but Mihaljevic avoids it with no problem.
Real misses with a wild body shot.
Real swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Mihaljevic throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A countering left hand to the body from Real misses.
Mihaljevic uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Mihaljevic misses with a straight right.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Good standup being displayed there by Mihaljevic as he connects with a hook.
Mihaljevic fails to land with a series of punches.
Real looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Mihaljevic scores with a jab to the jaw.
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!
Mihaljevic throws a lazy right hand but Real sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Mihaljevic throws a sloppy head kick
and Real counters with a straight right hand.
Mihaljevic pulls out of a head kick attempt.
#T1#
Real throws a looping overhand right but Mihaljevic ducks down to avoid it.
Nice uppercut there from Mihaljevic.
Mihaljevic tries to move into range but Real moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Real connects with a good right hand that stumbles Mihaljevic. Mihaljevic circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Real has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Real there as he acknowledges the shot.
Mihaljevic throws the left hand but Real avoids the punch easily.
Real uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Mihaljevic.
Real throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Mihaljevic with a hook.
Real lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Mihaljevic at a distance.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Mihaljevic avoids the body shot from Real.
Mihaljevic shoots in for a takedown but Real shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Mihaljevic is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Real.
It seemed like Real was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Real cracks Mihaljevic with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Mihaljevic misses with a right hand
and Real counters with a nice body shot.
Real connects with a body shot that sends Mihaljevic's belly button to the back.
Real lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#T2#
Real lands a right hook to the body.
Real jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Real takes a swing at Mihaljevic's ribcage but misses.
Real drops Mihaljevic with a big left hand! Mihaljevic is injured, injured bad! Real jumps in and finished him with strikes! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:17 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). DA Real!
DA Real was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed. |
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Event:
DC 16: New Year's Grievances
Date: Dec 31, 2022 |
#R1#
Mihaljevic scores with a jab to the jaw.
Anand looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Anand slips a jab from Mihaljevic.
Mihaljevic tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Mihaljevic looks to throw the jab but Anand is out of range.
Mihaljevic with a jab.
A big right from Mihaljevic misses.
A jab from Anand misses.
Anand ducks under a wild hook from Mihaljevic.
Anand looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Mihaljevic connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Vedran Mihaljevic seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Anand throws the kick towards the body but Mihaljevic avoids it.
Anand misses with a straight left.
Mihaljevic takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Mihaljevic is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Anand misses with a looping left.
Mihaljevic ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Anand moves away.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Mihaljevic lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Anand has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Anand and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
A slapping leg kick lands for Anand.
Mihaljevic has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mihaljevic takes one to the side of the head.
A head kick misses from Mihaljevic.
Mihaljevic throws a hook but Anand blocks it.
Mihaljevic misses with a jab, cross combination.
#T1#
Mihaljevic throws a nice looking combination but Anand bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Anand tries to close the distance and clinch up but Mihaljevic swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Nice shot by Mihaljevic.
Anand lands with a nice body punch.
Mihaljevic shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Anand tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Mihaljevic manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Anand throws an overhand right that lands on Mihaljevic's shoulder, as Mihaljevic tries to avoid the shot.
Anand throws a leg kick that misses.
Mihaljevic pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Anand moves away from the strike by Mihaljevic.
Mihaljevic on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Anand does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Mihaljevic doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Mihaljevic looks for the body kick but Anand saw that one coming.
Mihaljevic scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Anand tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Mihaljevic paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Mihaljevic throws the left hand but Anand avoids the punch easily.
Mihaljevic tries to bum rush Anand with a series of wild strikes but Anand uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Anand looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Anand slips a straight right by Mihaljevic.
An attempted straight right counter from Anand misses the target.#CL#
Anand forces Mihaljevic back against the cage and clinches.#T2##BC2#
Mihaljevic's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Anand is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Mihaljevic's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Anand looks to land a left hand but Mihaljevic moved out of range nicely.
Anand looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Mihaljevic is fending him off so far but Anand persists. Nope, Mihaljevic circles away and we're back to standing.
Mihaljevic swinging wildly here.
Good exchange - Mihaljevic coming out on top.
Mihaljevic fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Anand moves out of range as Mihaljevic strikes.
Mihaljevic needs to keep his hands up - Anand had a free shot at his head there.
Anand on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Mihaljevic throws a hook but Anand blocks it.
Mihaljevic waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Anand.
Mihaljevic uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Anand has time to react.
Mihaljevic takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Mihaljevic looks to throw the jab but Anand is out of range.
Mihaljevic lands a slapping body shot.
An inside leg kick from Mihaljevic misses.
Anand moves in looking to clinch but Mihaljevic pushes him off.
Mihaljevic gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.#T3##TD2#
Mihaljevic changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Anand looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Anand manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Mihaljevic is trying to stand.
Anand seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Mihaljevic does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Mihaljevic is trying to stand up here but Anand is controlling him well.
Anand works his foot free and advances to mount.
Anand wants to take his opponent's back but Mihaljevic doesn't allow it.
Mihaljevic really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Anand. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#T4#
You get the feeling that Mihaljevic really doesn't like being in this position too much.
Anand sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Anand can't control as he wanted to and Mihaljevic manages to get the fight back to his half guard.
Mihaljevic wants to get back to his feet.
Anand passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Mihaljevic!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Vedran Mihaljevic dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Anand blocks a jab.
Mihaljevic throws a hook to the side of Anand's head but Anand sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Anand.
Nice jab there from Mihaljevic.
Mihaljevic defending well as Anand loads up on a big left hand.
Mihaljevic throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Mihaljevic fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Good exchange - Mihaljevic coming out on top.
Mihaljevic looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Mihaljevic swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Vedran Mihaljevic seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Anand with a nice cross.
Nice takedown defense from Mihaljevic. No joy for Anand on that attempt.
A little jabbing left from Mihaljevic on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mihaljevic ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Mihaljevic throws out a loose jab but Anand uses good head movement to avoid it.
Anand misses with a straight left.
A combination from Mihaljevic does no damage.
Mihaljevic moves away from the strike by Anand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Anand scoring well with a low kick there.
#T1#
Mihaljevic cracks Anand with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Mihaljevic misses with a straight right.
Mihaljevic thuds his right hand into Anand's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Mihaljevic has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Anand waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Mihaljevic.
Anand throws a leg kick but Mihaljevic sees it coming and moves out of range.
Anand misses with a looping left.
Mihaljevic connects with a crisp jab.
Mihaljevic misses with a two punch combination.
Mihaljevic blocks a low kick nicely.
Mihaljevic scores with a decent looking hook.
Mihaljevic scores with a crisp jab that stopped Anand in his tracks.
Mihaljevic clobbers Anand with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
A big right from Mihaljevic misses. #CL2#
Mihaljevic moves into the clinch successfully.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Mihaljevic looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Anand goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Anand gets through Mihaljevic's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A short uppercut from Anand. #BC2#
Mihaljevic's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T2#
Anand tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Mihaljevic fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Nice jab there from Mihaljevic.
Mihaljevic pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Anand back to the cage. Mihaljevic follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.#TD2#
Mihaljevic decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Anand has his hands clasped together around Mihaljevic's back. He's all about the action.
Anand is trying to maintain the position but Mihaljevic is very close to passing his half guard.
Aniruddha Anand has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Mihaljevic looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Anand wants to control but Mihaljevic is keeping busy.
Anand might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Anand moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T3#
Anand looking to control but Mihaljevic passes into half guard.
Vedran Mihaljevic has got the better of the ground game so far.#SU2#
Mihaljevic stands up from half guard... He's had enough of that ground malarky for the time being.
Anand throws the left hand but Mihaljevic avoids the punch easily.
Despite the aggression on Mihaljevic's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Mihaljevic.
Mihaljevic throws a series of punches but Anand moves out of range.
Anand tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Mihaljevic was well out of range. Poor timing from Anand.
Mihaljevic lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Anand circles away quickly and effectively.
Mihaljevic misses the jab.
Anand seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.#CL#
Anand clinches up with Mihaljevic and pushes him back against the cage.#BC2#
Mihaljevic escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Sloppy strikes from Mihaljevic. Those never looked like landing. #T4#
Anand shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Mihaljevic sprawls well. Mihaljevic wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Anand gets slowly back to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Aniruddha Anand. That's going to take a lot out of him.
The fighters circling - Mihaljevic throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Anand misses with a head kick.
Mihaljevic pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Mihaljevic swings for the body but Anand moves out of range.
Anand scoring well with a low kick there.
Anand just misses with a punch to the body.
Anand looks for the body kick but Mihaljevic saw that one coming.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mihaljevic lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Anand swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Mihaljevic jabs Anand right on the nose. Anand blinks but takes it well.
Anand throws a low kick, looking for Mihaljevic's leg but Mihaljevic calmly moves out of range.
Anand throws a leg kick but Mihaljevic sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Mihaljevic missing with a left hand there. Anand was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Nice shot lands for Anand.
Anand defending well as Mihaljevic loads up on a big left hand.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Vedran Mihaljevic showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Anand throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Anand misses with a low kick.
Anand uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Mihaljevic.
Anand misses with a body kick.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Mihaljevic! But no joy.
Anand takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Mihaljevic misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Mihaljevic lets loose with a powerful body kick. Anand will feel that in the morning.
Mihaljevic missing with a left hand there. Anand was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Mihaljevic defending well as Anand loads up on a big left hand.
Anand tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Mihaljevic was well out of range. Poor timing from Anand.
Anand tries to land a front kick but Mihaljevic steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
A punch lands to the side of Anand 's head but he takes it in his stride.
A telegraphed right hand from Mihaljevic misses the target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Anand blocks a jab.
Anand looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Anand uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Mihaljevic.
Anand dips to his left and cracks Mihaljevic with an uppercut!
Anand throws a leg kick that misses.
Mihaljevic connects with a nice looking jab.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Mihaljevic throws an overhand right that lands on Anand's shoulder, as Anand tries to avoid the shot. #T1#
Anand shoots for a takedown but Mihaljevic saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Anand throws a body shot but no joy.
Anand throws a jab but it's blocked by Mihaljevic.
Mihaljevic lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Mihaljevic throws a right hand that misses
and Anand counters with a body kick.
Anand walks into a jab.
Mihaljevic throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Anand.
Anand darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
A nice leg kick lands there from Anand.
Mihaljevic lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Mihaljevic looks for a takedown but Anand sprawls well.
Mihaljevic takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Anand scores with the left hand. Mihaljevic knows he should have avoided that one.
Anand walks into a straight right hand from Mihaljevic.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Anand throws a leg kick but Mihaljevic sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Mihaljevic slips under a jab.
A lazy left from Anand finds it's target.
Mihaljevic misses with a looping right.#T2#
Mihaljevic checks a leg kick.
Mihaljevic looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Anand wants to clinch up but Mihaljevic keeps it at a distance.#TD2#
Mihaljevic shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Mihaljevic showed some decent athleticism there.
Anand makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Anand.
Anand trying to keep a closed guard but Mihaljevic is proving a slippery customer.
Anand looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SU2#
Mihaljevic stands and steps away. Anand gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Mihaljevic slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Anand blocks a jab.#T3#
A jab from Anand finds it's way through Mihaljevic's defenses.
Anand misses with an uppercut.
A slow jab from Anand misses its intended target.
Anand misses with an uppercut.
Mihaljevic throws out a counter right but Anand avoids it with no problem.
Mihaljevic throws an overhand right that lands on Anand's shoulder, as Anand tries to avoid the shot.
Anand moves out of range as Mihaljevic strikes.
Anand displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Mihaljevic throws out the jab.
Mihaljevic lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Anand drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Anand slips a jab and a cross from Mihaljevic.
#CL#
Anand rushes Mihaljevic and presses him up against the cage.
Anand scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Anand misses with a punch on the inside.
A short right from Anand on the inside.
Mihaljevic lands a nice uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!#BC2#
Mihaljevic pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL2#
Mihaljevic clinches up with Anand and pushes him back against the cage.
Mihaljevic prevents a body shot from Anand. #T4##BC2#
Mihaljevic breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Mihaljevic on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.#CL2#
Mihaljevic closes the distance and clinches. #BC2#
Mihaljevic manages to break the clinch.
Mihaljevic walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Mihaljevic ducks under a wild hook from Anand.
Anand blocks a jab.
Anand appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Anand uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Mihaljevic.
Anand fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Mihaljevic manages to avoid it.
Vedran Mihaljevic is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Anand slips under a jab.
Anand fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Mihaljevic manages to avoid it.
Anand misses with a looping left.
Anand throws a solid leg kick but Mihaljevic takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Anand.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Anand throws a head punch that misses.
Anand misses with a shot to the kidneys.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Vedran Mihaljevic.
I've got Mihaljevic winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight 27:30
Judge Tarja Halkonen scores the fight 27:30
Judge Marco Blurström scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Vedran Mihaljevic!
A less than humble Vedran Mihaljevic misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities. |
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Event:
DC Sunday Sesh 4
Date: Nov 27, 2022 |
#R1#
Mihaljevic feints and then cracks Lothbrock's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Lothbrock down.
Lothbrock blocks a head kick by Mihaljevic.
Mihaljevic backing away here, and Lothbrock unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Mihaljevic throws a looping overhand right but Lothbrock ducks down to avoid it.
Lothbrock has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Mihaljevic finds it's way round the side to connect with Lothbrock's head.
Left hook, right uppercut from Mihaljevic.
Mihaljevic connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Lothbrock moves in looking to clinch but Mihaljevic pushes him off.
Jab by Mihaljevic.
Mihaljevic misses with a double jab.
Mihaljevic lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Mihaljevic throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lothbrock tries to clinch there but Mihaljevic circles away.
Mihaljevic connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Lothbrock momentarily.
Mihaljevic circles away from the clinch attempt.
Lothbrock takes one on the button.#CL2#
Lothbrock closes the distance and pushes Mihaljevic back into the cage.
Mihaljevic gets underhooks to prevent Lothbrock's takedown attempt.
#BC#
Mihaljevic pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Mihaljevic looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Nice jab there from Mihaljevic.
Mihaljevic with a hook.
Mihaljevic throws a head kick but Lothbrock moves out of range.
#T1#
Danga de danga de dang - Mihaljevic scores with a four punch combination!
Mihaljevic defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Lothbrock.
Mihaljevic scores with a hook.
Mihaljevic is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Lothbrock takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Mihaljevic moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Lothbrock has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Lothbrock uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Mihaljevic.
Lothbrock lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Lothbrock slips a straight right by Mihaljevic.
Lothbrock is looking for the big counter here.
Mihaljevic misses with an uppercut.
Despite the aggression on Lothbrock's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Mihaljevic with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Mihaljevic misses with a hook. Lothbrock ducked under it nicely.
Mihaljevic swats away the attempt to clinch by Lothbrock.
Lothbrock dodges the punch combination from Mihaljevic.
Mihaljevic will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
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!
Lothbrock walks into a left hand.
Mihaljevic is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
A head kick misses from Mihaljevic. #T2##CL2#
Lothbrock rushes Mihaljevic and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Lothbrock tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Mihaljevic gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Lothbrock.
Vedran Mihaljevic has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ragnar Lothbrock.#BC#
Mihaljevic breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Mihaljevic throws a jab but it's blocked by Lothbrock.
Mihaljevic lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Vedran Mihaljevic seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Mihaljevic misses with a looping right.
Mihaljevic has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Roosters Coop in the buildup to the fight.
Mihaljevic works over Lothbrock's head and body with a nice combination.
Lothbrock shoots in but Mihaljevic avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Lothbrock gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Mihaljevic throws a hook but Lothbrock avoids it easily.
Lothbrock tries to clinch but Mihaljevic is having none of it.
Lothbrock moves in looking to clinch but Mihaljevic pushes him off.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Lothbrock is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Mihaljevic is defending well for now.#T3##TD#
Mihaljevic ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Mihaljevic no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Lothbrock controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Lothbrock throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Lothbrock stops Mihaljevic from standing up.
Lothbrock looking to sit in guard and control but Mihaljevic gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Mihaljevic showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Lothbrock has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #T4#
Mihaljevic advances position into side control!#SU#
Mihaljevic decides to stand back up.
Lothbrock walks into a left hand. #CL2#
Lothbrock pushes Mihaljevic up against the cage in a clinch.
Lothbrock throws an elbow that misses.
Mihaljevic tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Lothbrock's elbow.
Lothbrock tries a knee to the head but Mihaljevic blocks it.
#BC#
Mihaljevic pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Mihaljevic circles away from the clinch attempt.
Lothbrock staying out of range there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Vedran Mihaljevic dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Mihaljevic lands the left hand.
Mihaljevic lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Mihaljevic lands a head shot.
Lothbrock tries to move into range but Mihaljevic moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Lothbrock misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Ragnar Lothbrock is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Mihaljevic lands a jab to the head.
Mihaljevic scores with a jab. Lothbrock acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Lothbrock doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Mihaljevic stuffs the takedown attempt from Lothbrock. Lothbrock gets slowly back to his feet.
Mihaljevic throws a right and a left that both miss.
Lothbrock is looking for the big counter here.
Good shot there by Mihaljevic.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lothbrock tries to score a power double leg takedown but Mihaljevic sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Lothbrock somewhat.
Mihaljevic is looking to counter the offense by Lothbrock and move into the clinch.
Vedran Mihaljevic has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ragnar Lothbrock.
Lothbrock shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Mihaljevic pinned against the cage. Mihaljevic gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #T1#
Mihaljevic connects with a single shot there.
Lothbrock is trying hard to land a takedown here. Mihaljevic sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
A quick step to the side and Mihaljevic tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lothbrock tries to clinch but Mihaljevic is having none of it.
Mihaljevic misses with a looping left.
Lothbrock feints the counter takedown.
Lothbrock closes the distance and clinches up with Mihaljevic, looking for a takedown. Lothbrock pushes Mihaljevic against the cage but Mihaljevic circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Mihaljevic with a hook.
Lothbrock tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Mihaljevic manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Mihaljevic scores with a decent looking hook.#CL#
Lothbrock gets tackled into the cage by Mihaljevic. Mihaljevic maintains the clinch.
Lothbrock blocks an elbow strike from Mihaljevic.
With the fighters up against the cage, Mihaljevic throws an elbow but misses.
Lothbrock changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Mihaljevic fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Mihaljevic keeps the fight on the outside.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Lothbrock is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Mihaljevic to keep the fight standing.
Lothbrock lands a glancing elbow in the clinch. #T2##BC#
Mihaljevic escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
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!
Lothbrock takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Mihaljevic goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Mihaljevic misses with a low kick.
Mihaljevic looks to score with a jab to the body but Lothbrock is just out of range.
Mihaljevic fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Lothbrock looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Lothbrock has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Mihaljevic chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Mihaljevic misses with a low kick.
Lothbrock takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
#CL#
Mihaljevic closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Mihaljevic lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Lothbrock backwards.
Lothbrock tries to throw a body punch but Mihaljevic avoids it by throwing Lothbrock back against the cage.
Lothbrock goes for a takedown in the clinch but Mihaljevic prevents it.
Mihaljevic scores with a shot to the side of Lothbrock's head.
Lothbrock struggles to land a body shot inside as Mihaljevic controls his hands.
#BC#
Mihaljevic breaks the clinch.
Lothbrock gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.#T3#
Lothbrock drops his hands momentarily and Mihaljevic takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #TD2#
Lothbrock scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Mihaljevic throws Lothbrock to one side and escapes!
Lothbrock wants to clinch.
Mihaljevic scores with a nice right hand.
Lothbrock misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mihaljevic throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A nice leg kick lands there from Mihaljevic.
Lothbrock misses with a series of wild punches.
Lothbrock gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Lothbrock tries for a takedown but Mihaljevic sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.#T4#
Lothbrock closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. #TD2#
Mihaljevic gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Lothbrock to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Lothbrock is breathing heavily.
Mihaljevic wants to stand and escape but Lothbrock is having none of it.
Vedran Mihaljevic overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB2#
Lothbrock has gone for a leg lock! Mihaljevic slips out almost immediately though and dives into Lothbrock's guard.#REVR#
Lothbrock working a defensive guard here.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lothbrock will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Vedran Mihaljevic dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Mihaljevic connects with a good right hand that stumbles Lothbrock. Lothbrock circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Mihaljevic stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Mihaljevic wants it to stay on the feet.
Mihaljevic scores with a sloppy right hand. Lothbrock should have avoided that one.
Mihaljevic shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Mihaljevic throws a front kick aimed at Lothbrock's knee but Lothbrock avoids it well.
The fight stays on the outside here - Lothbrock looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Lothbrock tries to clinch but Mihaljevic moves out of range.
Vedran Mihaljevic is winning the standup battle so far.
Mihaljevic throws a hook but Lothbrock blocks it.
A jab from Mihaljevic does it's job there.
Lothbrock fails with an attempt to clinch.
Lothbrock dives in for a single leg takedown but Mihaljevic sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Lothbrock is trying hard to land a takedown here. Mihaljevic sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Vedran Mihaljevic has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ragnar Lothbrock.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mihaljevic throws a right and a left that Lothbrock avoids nicely.
Lothbrock lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Mihaljevic lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Lothbrock at a distance.
Mihaljevic misses with a double jab.
Mihaljevic getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mihaljevic swinging wildly here.
#T1#
Lothbrock on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Mihaljevic looks to land a right hand but Lothbrock moved out of range.
Lothbrock darts in looking for a takedown but Mihaljevic gets double underhooks and turns Lothbrock into the cage.
Lothbrock takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Lothbrock is looking to clinch but Mihaljevic is avoiding it.
Mihaljevic lands with a right hand.
Lothbrock tries to clinch up but Mihaljevic circles away and keeps his distance.
Lothbrock shoots in for a takedown but Mihaljevic shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
A left lands for Mihaljevic.
Lothbrock fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
A jab from Mihaljevic does it's job there.
Mihaljevic displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Lothbrock tries to clinch but Mihaljevic is having none of it.
Mihaljevic misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Mihaljevic lands with a nice combination. Lothbrock backs away looking to recover.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL#
Mihaljevic moves into the clinch successfully.
#T2##BC#
Mihaljevic manages to break the clinch.
Mihaljevic swats away the attempt to clinch by Lothbrock.
Mihaljevic feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Mihaljevic with the inside leg kick.
Mihaljevic throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
#ROC#Lothbrock is rocked!
Lothbrock wants to clinch up but Mihaljevic keeps it at a distance.#CL#
Mihaljevic instigates a clinch.
Lothbrock is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Mihaljevic is keeping busy.
Lothbrock drops down looking for an ankle pick but Mihaljevic pulls his leg out and moves away.
Mihaljevic catches Lothbrock with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Mihaljevic connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. #CL#
Mihaljevic has closed the distance and engaged Lothbrock in a clinch.
Mihaljevic stops a takedown attempt from Lothbrock.
#T3#
Lothbrock looking for a takedown.
Ragnar Lothbrock has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Lothbrock looking for a takedown. #BC#
Mihaljevic escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Nice uppercut lands for Mihaljevic. That snapped Lothbrock's head back.
Lothbrock gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Mihaljevic.
Lothbrock walks into a left hand.
Mihaljevic throws a 1-2 combo that connects squarely on Lothbrock's jaw, knocking him onto his back! Mihaljevic dives in looking to finish as Lothbrock flails his arms in a desperate attempt to block Mihaljevic's strikes! Mihaljevic is raining down hammerfists and the ref stops it! Lothbrock's desperate flailing just didn't constitute intelligent defence. Some people will probably question the ref's decision but Lothbrock was definitely hurt and the ref saved him from taking unnecessary punishment. A fighter's safety is paramount in this sport.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:27 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Vedran Mihaljevic!
Vedran Mihaljevic spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant. |
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Event:
DC Sunday Sesh 2
Date: Oct 30, 2022 |
#R1#
Skrzetuski looks to land a right hand but Mihaljevic moved out of range.
Mihaljevic tries a head kick but it misses.
Mihaljevic throws a combination. Skrzetuski tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
The fighters circling - Mihaljevic throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Mihaljevic throws a combination that misses
and Skrzetuski counters with a straight right hand.#CUT2#It looks like Vedran Mihaljevic has been cut.
Mihaljevic uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Skrzetuski.
Mihaljevic throws a lazy right hand but Skrzetuski sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Mihaljevic misses with a straight right.
Mihaljevic throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Skrzetuski misses with a looping right.
Mihaljevic checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Vedran Mihaljevic seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Skrzetuski takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Skrzetuski pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Mihaljevic appears to be looking for a big counter.
Skrzetuski missing with a left hand there. Mihaljevic was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Skrzetuski will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Mihaljevic defending well as Skrzetuski loads up on a big left hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mihaljevic checks a leg kick.
Skrzetuski slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Skrzetuski bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
We've been told by Mihaljevic's head coaches at Roosters Coop that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.#T1#
Skrzetuski misses with a hook.
Skrzetuski scores with a sloppy right hand. Mihaljevic should have avoided that one.
Mihaljevic misses with a wild combination.
Nice jab there from Mihaljevic.
Skrzetuski throws a hook but Mihaljevic blocks it.
A punch lands to the side of Skrzetuski 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Mihaljevic misses with a jab, cross combination.
Mihaljevic slips under a jab.
An inside leg kick from Skrzetuski misses.
Mihaljevic is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Skrzetuski.
Mihaljevic blocks a jab.
Skrzetuski wants to land a leg kick but Mihaljevic is out of range.
Mihaljevic steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Skrzetuski.
Skrzetuski takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Mihaljevic scores with a one two! Skrzetuski had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes. #CUT#It looks like Jan Skrzetuski has been cut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Skrzetuski misses with a hook.
Mihaljevic slips under a jab from Skrzetuski.#T2#
Skrzetuski throws a jab but it's blocked by Mihaljevic.
A leg kick checked by Mihaljevic.
Mihaljevic misses with a hook. Skrzetuski ducked under it nicely.
Skrzetuski looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Skrzetuski moves out of range of the strikes.
Skrzetuski wants to land a leg kick but Mihaljevic is out of range.
Mihaljevic appears to be looking for a big counter.
Skrzetuski looks to land a right hand but Mihaljevic moved out of range.
Mihaljevic misses with a hook. Skrzetuski ducked under it nicely.
Skrzetuski blocks a jab.
Skrzetuski throws a leg kick but Mihaljevic checks it.
Mihaljevic steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Skrzetuski.
Mihaljevic is looking to counter punch.
Mihaljevic dives in for a single leg takedown but Skrzetuski sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Skrzetuski lands a left hand.
Skrzetuski pushes Mihaljevic back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Mihaljevic misses with a body punch.
#BC#
Mihaljevic breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Mihaljevic lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Skrzetuski circles away quickly and effectively.
Skrzetuski feints a counter leg kick.#T3#
A combination from Mihaljevic does no damage.
Skrzetuski loads up on a big right hand but Mihaljevic slips the punch.
Skrzetuski takes a jab right on the kisser.
Mihaljevic throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Mihaljevic scores with a nice right hand.
Mihaljevic throws a right hand that misses
#KD2#
and Skrzetuski counters with a crisp right hand that drops Mihaljevic! Skrzetuski lets Mihaljevic back up to his feet, looking for a finish!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Skrzetuski throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Mihaljevic sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Skrzetuski ducks under a wild hook from Mihaljevic.
A nice side step and Skrzetuski releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Mihaljevic misses the shot to the body.
Skrzetuski pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A solid leg kick lands there for Skrzetuski.
Mihaljevic slips a jab from Skrzetuski.
Mihaljevic punishes Skrzetuski's body with a nice straight punch.
A nice leg kick lands there from Skrzetuski.
Mihaljevic feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Skrzetuskis jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Skrzetuski moves away from the strike by Mihaljevic.
Skrzetuski avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A countering left hand to the body from Skrzetuski misses.#T4#
Skrzetuski takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#CL#
Mihaljevic moves into the clinch.#BC#
Mihaljevic escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Mihaljevic swinging wildly here.
Mihaljevic fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Skrzetuski looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Skrzetuski throws a leg kick but Mihaljevic checks it.
Mihaljevic connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Skrzetuski's hands.
A telegraphed right hand from Skrzetuski misses the target.
Skrzetuski chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Skrzetuski lands the left hand.
Mihaljevic tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Skrzetuski throws a low kick but Mihaljevic avoids it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Skrzetuski lands with a straight right. Mihaljevic didn't see that one coming.
Mihaljevic is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Skrzetuski throws a series of punches but Mihaljevic avoids them all with ease.
Mihaljevic throws a poor cross that misses
#KD2#
and Skrzetuski counters with a crisp right hand that drops Mihaljevic! Skrzetuski lets Mihaljevic back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#ROC2#Mihaljevic is rocked!
Skrzetuski ducks under a wild hook from Mihaljevic.
Oh Mihaljevic is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Mihaljevic is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Mihaljevic throws a right hand that misses
and Skrzetuski counters with a right hand from hell and Mihaljevic is out cold! A vicious knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Jan Skrzetuski!
Jan Skrzetuski decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way. |
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Event:
Honor 9: No matter
Date: Sep 17, 2022 |
#R1#
Mihaljevic misses with a double jab
#CL#
and Scott counters by clinching up.
Scott lands a right hand that snaps the head of Mihaljevic backwards.
Mihaljevic lands with a left to the head.
Mihaljevic tries to circle away but Scott has him pinned against the cage.
Nice body punch from Mihaljevic.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Scott.
Scott keeps control of Mihaljevic as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Mihaljevic is looking to break free of the clinch but Scott has double underhooks.
Scott 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.
Mihaljevic blocking some punches.
Scott tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Scott avoids a wild elbow strike from Mihaljevic.
Still in the clinch, Mihaljevic scores with a nice short uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mihaljevic tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Mihaljevic wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Scott misses with the head strike.
Scott swings wildly with an uppercut but Mihaljevic uses good head movement to avoid it.
Scott throws a head punch that misses.
A nice right hand lands inside from Mihaljevic. #T1#
Mihaljevic looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Mihaljevic tries to break the clinch but Scott is controlling the position.
Mihaljevic can't find room to land a body shot as Scott controls the action.
Mihaljevic wants to break the clinch but can't.
Mihaljevic blocking some punches.
#BC2#
Mihaljevic pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Mihaljevic is looking to score with low kicks.
Mihaljevic misses with an uppercut
and Scott counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Mihaljevic misses with a hook
#CL#
and Scott holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Scott lands a body punch.
Still in the clinch, Scott scores with a nice short uppercut.
Mihaljevic tries to work over Scott's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Scott lands a left hand.
#BC2#
Mihaljevic breaks the clinch.
Vedran Mihaljevic seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Mihaljevic misses with a looping right.
Mihaljevic scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Mihaljevic pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Scott with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Mihaljevic to score with a decent uppercut.#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!#CL#
Scott gets a clinch. #BC2#
Mihaljevic breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Mihaljevic looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Scott cracks Mihaljevic with a right hand to the side of the head.
Scott ducks under a wild hook from Mihaljevic.
Mihaljevic lands an overhand right.
Mihaljevic throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Scott.
Scott lands a really nice looking cross but Mihaljevic seems unphased.
Mihaljevic misses with a left hand #KD#
and Scott counters with a beautiful punch that sends Mihaljevic to the canvas! #ROC#Mihaljevic is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Vedran Mihaljevic has been cut.
Mihaljevic keeping moving, preventing Scott from controlling successfully.
Scott prevents Mihaljevic from getting back to his feet. #T3#
Scott trying to control the position from guard on top but Mihaljevic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Mihaljevic wants to get back to his feet but Scott is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Scott passes Mihaljevic's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Mihaljevic pushes Scott off looking to stand but Scott dives back in and keeps control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Scott trying to mount his opponent but Mihaljevic defends it. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Mihaljevic misses with a right hand #CL#
and Scott counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Scott. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Mihaljevic swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Scott has Mihaljevic pressed against the cage, preventing Mihaljevic from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mihaljevic.
Scott lands a right hand that snaps the head of Mihaljevic backwards.
Mihaljevic wants to break free but Scott has control.
Scott lands a shoulder strike.
Mihaljevic doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Scott misses with a hook from the clinch.
Scott stalling.
Scott lands with a light punch inside.
Scott lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Scott slows down the pace here.
Mihaljevic can't break the clinch.
Mihaljevic throws a punch but it's blocked by Scott.
Mihaljevic has a couple of punches blocked by Scott.
Scott lands a right hand that snaps the head of Mihaljevic backwards.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Xander Scott dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Vedran Mihaljevic's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Mihaljevic throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Scott keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Mihaljevic.
Mihaljevic scores with a jab to the jaw.
Scott moves forwards but Mihaljevic connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Mihaljevic pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Scott is looking to counter punch.
Mihaljevic cracks Scott with an open hand slap.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Mihaljevic.
Mihaljevic throws a sloppy head kick and Scott moves out of range easily.
Nice shot by Mihaljevic.
Scott is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Mihaljevic can do to turn this around?
Scott defending well as Mihaljevic loads up on a big left hand.
Scott is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Mihaljevic.
Mihaljevic looks to throw the jab but Scott is out of range.
Scott seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Scott clinches up against the cage.
Scott blocking some punches.
Mihaljevic working hard to break the clinch.
Mihaljevic throws a head punch that misses.
Mihaljevic fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Mihaljevic misses with a punch on the inside.
#T1#
Scott fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Scott fails to pull guard.
Scott has Mihaljevic pressed against the cage, preventing Mihaljevic from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Scott tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Mihaljevic is trying to break free.
Scott lands a shoulder strike.
A short left from Scott.
Scott misses with a hook from the clinch.
Scott keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Mihaljevic's efforts to push away.
Mihaljevic misses with a hook from the clinch.
Mihaljevic misses with some punches.
Mihaljevic has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Scott blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Mihaljevic misses with a punch to the body.
A frustrated look appears on Mihaljevic's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Scott lands a shoulder strike.
Scott keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Mihaljevic's efforts to push away.
Mihaljevic's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#T2#
Scott lands with a right to the head.
Mihaljevic has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Scott lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Good body shot from Scott.
Mihaljevic is breathing heavily.
Still in the clinch, Scott scores with a nice short uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
The referee calls for Scott to work.
Mihaljevic wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Scott has Mihaljevic pressed against the cage, preventing Mihaljevic from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Scott working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Mihaljevic wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Scott gets through Mihaljevic's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Scott tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Mihaljevic wants to get back to striking at distance but Scott won't allow it.
Still in the clinch, Scott scores with a nice short uppercut.
Scott lands a right hand that snaps the head of Mihaljevic backwards.
Scott working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Scott presses Mihaljevic against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.#T3#
A shot in the inside from Scott.
Scott lands with a light punch inside.
The referee is keeping an eye on Scott - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Mihaljevic wants to get back to striking at distance but Scott won't allow it.
Scott lands an uppercut.
Mihaljevic has had enough of the clinch but Scott keeps him there for the moment.
Mihaljevic misses with some punches.
Mihaljevic is trying to break the clinch but Scott has him pressed against the cage.
A right handed body shot lands from Scott.
Xander Scott has scored more points in the clinch so far.
A short uppercut from Scott. #TD#
Scott pulls Mihaljevic into guard.
Scott bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Mihaljevic's guard. #REVR#
Scott looking to pass the guard.
Mihaljevic keeping moving, preventing Scott from controlling successfully. #T4#
Scott slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#SUB#
Scott is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Mihaljevic has escaped the position, nice work there.
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!
Mihaljevic tries to buck Scott off but Scott is having none of it.#SUB#
Scott wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Mihaljevic, who protects the arm well. #SUB#
Scott looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Xander Scott dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Vedran Mihaljevic's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R3#
Mihaljevic lands the left hand.
Mihaljevic throws a nice looking combination but Scott bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Scott steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Mihaljevic.
Scott shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Scott darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Scott ducks under a wild hook from Mihaljevic.#CL#
Scott has taken the fight to the clinch.
Mihaljevic is trying to break free.
Scott goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mihaljevic wants to break free but Scott has control.
Mihaljevic lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Scott or not.
Scott misses with a short punch on the inside.
Mihaljevic tries to circle away but Scott has him pinned against the cage.
Scott misses with a hook to the ribs.
#T1#
Mihaljevic has had enough of the clinch but Scott keeps him there for the moment.
Mihaljevic tries to break the clinch but Scott is controlling the position.
Mihaljevic is trying to force a seperation but Scott has the dominant position.
Mihaljevic is looking to break free of the clinch but Scott has double underhooks.
Mihaljevic is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Mihaljevic wants to break free but Scott has control.
Mihaljevic wants to break the clinch but can't.
Mihaljevic is trying to force a seperation but Scott has the dominant position.
Mihaljevic is trying to break the clinch but Scott is controlling him.
Mihaljevic is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Scott to keep the fight standing.
A short right from Scott.
Mihaljevic takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Scott lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Scott tries to throw a body punch but Mihaljevic avoids it by throwing Scott back against the cage.
Mihaljevic misses with the head strike.
Mihaljevic wants to get back to striking at distance but Scott won't allow it.
Mihaljevic misses with a hook from the clinch.
Scott softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#BC2#
Mihaljevic breaks the clinch.
#T2#
A big right from Mihaljevic misses.
Scott slips under a jab.
Mihaljevic 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.
A jab from Mihaljevic misses.
Mihaljevic throws a lazy right hand but Scott sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Scott is looking to counter the offense by Mihaljevic and move into the clinch.
A jab from Mihaljevic misses.
Mihaljevic tries to close the distance and clinch but Scott swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Mihaljevic lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Scott moves out of range of the strikes.#CL#
Scott moves into range and clinches up with Mihaljevic.
Scott displaying some good clinch control by pressing Mihaljevic up against the cage.
Scott lands a right hand that snaps the head of Mihaljevic backwards.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#BC2#
Mihaljevic breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Mihaljevic misses with a right hand
and Scott counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Scott connects with a crisp jab. #T3#
Scott tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Mihaljevic paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Mihaljevic throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Scott.
Mihaljevic swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Mihaljevic slips a jab and a cross from Scott.
Mihaljevic lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Mihaljevic dodges the punch combination from Scott.
Scott moves out of range of the strikes.#CL#
Scott closes the distance and clinches.
Mihaljevic is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Mihaljevic wants to get back to striking at distance but Scott won't allow it.
Scott working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Scott lands a hook that snaps the head of Mihaljevic backwards.
Scott scores with a shot to the side of Mihaljevic's head.
Scott lands a nice uppercut.#T4#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Mihaljevic.
Mihaljevic wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Mihaljevic's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Mihaljevic can't break the clinch.
Scott lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Scott has Mihaljevic pressed against the cage, preventing Mihaljevic from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Scott struggles to land a body shot inside as Mihaljevic controls his hands.
Scott scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Mihaljevic tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Mihaljevic can't break the clinch.
Mihaljevic is trying to break the clinch but Scott is controlling him.
Good body shot from Scott.
Scott lands with a short shot to the head.
Scott lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Scott lands a nice uppercut.
Mihaljevic is still on wobbly legs! Can Scott finish him?
Nice body punch from Scott.
Scott lands an uppercut in the clinch that drops Mihaljevic to his knees! Scott keeps firing more shots against his stricken opponent and the referee jumps in to save him!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Xander Scott!
After the fight, Xander Scott was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly. |
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Event:
Bellicose 118
Date: Jul 08, 2022 |
#R1#
Damorning looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Damorning shoots in for a double leg but Mihaljevic sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Mihaljevic changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Mihaljevic.
Mihaljevic lands an overhand right.#CUT2#It looks like Toppo Damorning has been cut.
The fighters circle momentarily. Mihaljevic darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Vedran Mihaljevic seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Mihaljevic scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Damorning shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Mihaljevic sprawls well. Mihaljevic wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Damorning gets slowly back to his feet.
Mihaljevic feints a jab promting Damorning to slip. Mihaljevic then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Damorning slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Mihaljevic scores with a jab. Damorning acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Damorning on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Mihaljevic. Mihaljevic obviously looking to wear him down.
Mihaljevic misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Mihaljevic has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Mihaljevic scores with a jab. Damorning acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Mihaljevic stuffs the takedown attempt from Damorning. Damorning gets slowly back to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Toppo Damorning. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1##CL2#
Mihaljevic has closed the distance and engaged Damorning in a clinch.
Mihaljevic scores with a shot to the side of Damorning's head.
Mihaljevic prevents Damorning from breaking the clinch.#BC2#
Mihaljevic breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Mihaljevic connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Damorning's hands.
Mihaljevic uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Damorning has time to react.
Damorning shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Mihaljevic defends it nicely.
Mihaljevic lands with a nice combination. Damorning backs away looking to recover.
Damorning shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Mihaljevic shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Damorning as he jumps to the side.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Damorning. #T2#
A left lands for Mihaljevic.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mihaljevic lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#CUT2#Toppo Damorning's cut is getting worse.
Mihaljevic swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Damorning.
Mihaljevic closes the distance and clinches up with Damorning, looking for a takedown. Mihaljevic pushes Damorning against the cage but Damorning circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Damorning tries to counter with a takedown but Mihaljevic is quick to defend against it.
Mihaljevic scores with a jab. Damorning acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Horrible takedown attempt by Damorning or perhaps it was just good defense by Mihaljevic, which made it look bad.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Mihaljevic! But no joy.
Mihaljevic paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Mihaljevic looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Damorning takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Mihaljevic takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Mihaljevic lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Mihaljevic plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!#T3#
Mihaljevic lands a lovely overhand right.
Mihaljevic tries to close the distance and clinch up but Damorning swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Mihaljevic 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.
Mihaljevic connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Damorning momentarily.
Damorning shoots in for a takedown but Mihaljevic shows good takedown defense.
Mihaljevic lunges at Damorning with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Damorning's hand.
Mihaljevic connects with a crisp jab.
Mihaljevic lands a body shot.
Mihaljevic lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook. #CUT2#Toppo Damorning's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Nice shot lands for Mihaljevic.
Damorning takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Damorning fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Mihaljevic lands with an uppercut that bounces Damorning off the cage and back into range.
Mihaljevic tries a head kick but it misses.
Damorning drops down looking for a counter takedown but Mihaljevic sprawls and moves away.
That kick from Mihaljevic tenderised Damorning's leg. Damorning is trying to keep his angry face on.
Mihaljevic lands a slapping body shot.
Mihaljevic connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Damorning momentarily.
#T4#
Damorning looks for a takedown but Mihaljevic sprawls well.
It seemed like Mihaljevic was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Mihaljevic cracks Damorning with a good jab.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Mihaljevic!
Mihaljevic's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Mihaljevic duly obliges. #CUT2#Jeez, Toppo Damorning's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
Mihaljevic with a nice cross.#ROC2#Damorning is rocked!
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Toppo Damorning's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Vedran Mihaljevic!
Vedran Mihaljevic was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed. |
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Event:
Bellicose 100
Date: May 22, 2022 |
#R1#
Heydrich lands a jab to Mihaljevic's midsection.
Heydrich keeps the fight on the outside.
Heydrich slips a straight right by Mihaljevic.
Heydrich throws a right hand that misses
enabling Mihaljevic to counter with a crisp jab.
A big right from Mihaljevic misses.
Mihaljevic lands a nice looking body shot.
Mihaljevic goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Mihaljevic loads up on a big right hand but Heydrich slips the punch.
Heydrich thuds his right hand into Mihaljevic's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Heydrich jabs Mihaljevic to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Mihaljevic swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A lazy left from Mihaljevic finds it's target.
Mihaljevic throws a push kick but Heydrich slaps the foot to one side.
We've been told by Mihaljevic's head coaches at Doom's Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Heydrich throws a good cross that connects.
Heydrich tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Heydrich keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Heydrich let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Heydrich pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Mihaljevic swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Heydrich staying out of range there.
Heydrich moves out of range as Mihaljevic throws a body kick.
#T1#
A head kick misses from Heydrich.
Mihaljevic throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Heydrich on the side of the head.
The fight stays on the outside here - Mihaljevic looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Mihaljevic ducks under a wild hook from Heydrich.
Heydrich lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Heydrich throws a push kick but Mihaljevic slaps the foot to one side.
Vedran Mihaljevic seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Mihaljevic scores with a nice right hand.
Mihaljevic tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Heydrich paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Heydrich misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Mihaljevic walks forward, straight into a front kick from Heydrich.
Heydrich misses with an uppercut. Mihaljevic saw that one coming.
Heydrich drops his hands momentarily and Mihaljevic takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Mihaljevic misses with an attempted mid kick.
Heydrich slips a jab and a cross from Mihaljevic.
Heydrich cracks Mihaljevic with a good jab.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Mihaljevic swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
#T2#
Heydrich walks into a jab.
Mihaljevic waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Heydrich.
Mihaljevic takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
No joy there for Mihaljevic, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Heydrich scores with a leg kick.
Heydrich moves out of range as Mihaljevic throws a body kick.
It seemed like Heydrich was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Mihaljevic misses with a right hand
and Heydrich counters with a straight right hand.
Mihaljevic misses with a series of wild punches.
Mihaljevic jabbing away but nothing is landing.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Heydrich! But no joy.
Heydrich scores with a crisp jab that stopped Mihaljevic in his tracks.
Mihaljevic looks to throw the jab but Heydrich is out of range.
Heydrich moves out of range of the strikes.
A little jabbing left from Heydrich on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Heydrich throws a sloppy head kick and Mihaljevic moves out of range easily.
Heydrich lands a lovely overhand right.
Mihaljevic lands with a nice combination. Heydrich backs away looking to recover.
Mihaljevic loads up on a big right hand but Heydrich slips the punch.#T3#
Mihaljevic will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Heydrich.
Heydrich scores with a hook to the body. Mihaljevic takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Heydrich throws a head kick that misses. #CL#
Heydrich gets tackled into the cage by Mihaljevic. Mihaljevic maintains the clinch.
Mihaljevic wants to break the clinch but can't.
Heydrich lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Heydrich.
Heydrich tries to land knees in the clinch but Mihaljevic avoids the damage to the body.
Heydrich blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Mihaljevic is looking to break free of the clinch but Heydrich has double underhooks.
Mihaljevic is looking to break free of the clinch but Heydrich has double underhooks.
Heydrich lands a right hand.
Mihaljevic managing to block the knees to the body from Heydrich.
#BC#
Mihaljevic breaks from the clinch.
Mihaljevic throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Heydrich ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mihaljevic moves away.
Heydrich throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.#T4#
Mihaljevic throws a hook but Heydrich avoids it easily.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Heydrich cracks Mihaljevic with an open hand slap.
Heydrich uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Mihaljevic.
Mihaljevic lands with a nice body punch.
Mihaljevic wants to clinch
and Heydrich makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Mihaljevic bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Heydrich's head backwards.
Heydrich throws a body kick that misses.
Heydrich lands a leg kick that knocks Mihaljevic off balance momentarily.
Heydrich slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Heydrich looks to score with a jab to the body but Mihaljevic is just out of range.
Heydrich looks to land a right hand but Mihaljevic moved out of range.
It looked like Mihaljevic wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Heydrich scores with a nice head shot.
Mihaljevic uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Heydrich.
Mihaljevic throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Heydrich! But no joy.
Heydrich looks to throw the jab but Mihaljevic is out of range.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Reinhard Tristan Eugen Heydrich will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Nice defenses there by Mihaljevic.
Heydrich keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Mihaljevic.
Vedran Mihaljevic is winning the standup battle so far.
A head kick misses from Mihaljevic.
A swing and a miss from Mihaljevic.
A left lands for Mihaljevic.
Mihaljevic throws a sloppy head kick
and Heydrich counters with a left and a right that stings Mihaljevic.
Mihaljevic lands a two punch combo.
Mihaljevic tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Heydrich manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Heydrich lands a nice shot to the body.
Heydrich uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Mihaljevic.
Heydrich connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Mihaljevic's hands.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Heydrich with a nice calf kick.
Heydrich connects with a body shot that sends Mihaljevic's belly button to the back.
Heydrich lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Mihaljevic misses with a combination
and Heydrich counters with a straight right hand.
Heydrich misses with a kick to the body.
#T1#
Jab by Heydrich.
Mihaljevic swings widly with a right hand
and Heydrich counters with a nice uppercut.
Mihaljevic throws a one two combo.
Heydrich lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Heydrich with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Heydrich swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Mihaljevic.
Mihaljevic uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Heydrich.#CL#
Mihaljevic fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Heydrich, pushing him back against the cage.
A hook to the body from Heydrich.
A frustrated look appears on Mihaljevic's face as he tries to break the clinch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Heydrich.
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!
Heydrich lands a hook that snaps the head of Mihaljevic backwards.
Heydrich lands a shoulder strike.
Mihaljevic is trying to push Heydrich away but Heydrich has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Heydrich lands a shot to the body.
Heydrich has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Mihaljevic seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Heydrich can turn it around.
Heydrich lands a nice shot to the body.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Heydrich lands a left hand.
Mihaljevic managing to block the knees to the body from Heydrich.
#T2#
Heydrich tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Mihaljevic avoids it.
Heydrich tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Mihaljevic avoids it.
Mihaljevic throws an elbow but it's blocked.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Mihaljevic blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Heydrich lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Mihaljevic backwards.
Heydrich lands with a short shot to the head.
Heydrich has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Mihaljevic's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Heydrich misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Mihaljevic.
A frustrated look appears on Mihaljevic's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Mihaljevic wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
A left hand lands to the body for Heydrich.
Mihaljevic is trying to break the clinch but Heydrich is controlling him.#BC#
Mihaljevic breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Mihaljevic scores with a hook.
Mihaljevic throws a leg kick that misses.
Mihaljevic has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Heydrich finds it's way round the side to connect with Mihaljevic's head.
Vedran Mihaljevic is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Heydrich takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Mihaljevic swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T3#
Heydrich moves into range and connects with a jab.
Heydrich ducks under a wild hook from Mihaljevic.
Heydrich throws a jab but it's blocked by Mihaljevic.
Heydrich scores with a decent looking hook.
Some wild striking there from Mihaljevic.
Heydrich lands a nice shot to the body.
Heydrich moves out of range of the body kick from Mihaljevic.
Heydrich delivers a nice body kick.
Heydrich throws a front kick that sends Mihaljevic stumbling back into the cage.
Mihaljevic throws a poor cross that misses
and Heydrich counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Heydrich avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Heydrich will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Mihaljevic avoids the head kick by Heydrich.
Heydrich scores with a decent looking hook.#T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
A telegraphed right hand from Mihaljevic misses the target.
A jab from Mihaljevic finds it's way through Heydrich's defenses.
Heydrich lands a body shot.
Heydrich looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Heydrich delivers a nice body kick.
Good work by Heydrich as he checks the leg kick.
Heydrich uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Mihaljevic.
Heydrich cracks Mihaljevic with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Mihaljevic takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
A telegraphed right hand from Mihaljevic misses the target.
Heydrich defending well as Mihaljevic loads up on a big left hand.
Good shot there by Heydrich.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Danga de danga de dang - Heydrich scores with a four punch combination!
The crowd cheers as Heydrich lands an impressive looking overhand right. Mihaljevic doesn't seem phased though.
Mihaljevic misses the jab.
A little jabbing left from Heydrich on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Reinhard Tristan Eugen Heydrich showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Mihaljevic with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Heydrich to score with a decent uppercut.
Heydrich avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Heydrich ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mihaljevic moves away.
Heydrich misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Mihaljevic looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
A swing and a miss from Mihaljevic.
Mihaljevic throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Heydrich counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Heydrich dodges the punch combination from Mihaljevic.
Mihaljevic with a jab.
Nice uppercut lands for Heydrich. That snapped Mihaljevic's head back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Heydrich throws a hook but Mihaljevic avoids it easily.
Heydrich bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A shot to the liver by Heydrich. Beautiful body shot.
Heydrich throws a shot to the body.
Mihaljevic misses with a straight right. #T1#
Mihaljevic swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Heydrich lands a high kick!
Heydrich connects with a nice looking jab.
Mihaljevic takes one on the button.
Mihaljevic throws a big shot that misses.
Mihaljevic pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Mihaljevic misses with a hook.
Mihaljevic throws a chopping leg kick but Heydrich manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Heydrich lands a nice looking body shot.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
A big right from Mihaljevic misses.
A head kick from Heydrich lands but Mihaljevic takes it in his stride.
Heydrich scores with a nice head shot.
A head kick from Heydrich lands but Mihaljevic takes it in his stride.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Heydrich looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Heydrich looks to land a right hand but Mihaljevic moved out of range.
Decent striking displayed by Heydrich there.#T2#
Mihaljevic pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Heydrich back to the cage. Mihaljevic follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Mihaljevic motions for Heydrich to come forward. Mihaljevic throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Heydrich staying out of range there.
Mihaljevic pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Heydrich thumps Mihaljevic with a low kick.
Heydrich fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Heydrich lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Mihaljevic at a distance.
Mihaljevic looks to throw the jab but Heydrich is out of range.
Mihaljevic throws a right hand that misses
and Heydrich counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Mihaljevic tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Heydrich manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Heydrich swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Donk. Mihaljevic catches Heydrich right on the button with a cross.
Mihaljevic bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
A head kick misses from Heydrich.
Mihaljevic throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Mihaljevic has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Heydrich.#T3#
Heydrich connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Mihaljevic will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Heydrich lands a front kick.
Mihaljevic throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Heydrich.
Heydrich misses with a looping left.
Heydrich circles away from the clinch attempt
and Heydrich connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Heydrich stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Mihaljevic lunges at Heydrich with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Heydrich's hand.
Mihaljevic throws the left hand but Heydrich avoids the punch easily.
Heydrich uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Mihaljevic has time to react.
Heydrich lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Mihaljevic fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Heydrich lands with a good body shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Mihaljevic. Heydrich shrugs it off though. #T4#
Mihaljevic jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Mihaljevic looks to throw the jab but Heydrich is out of range.
Mihaljevic throws a hook to the side of Heydrich's head but Heydrich sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A big left from Mihaljevic misses.
It seemed like Heydrich was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Mihaljevic misses with an uppercut
and Heydrich counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Mihaljevic ducks under a wild hook from Heydrich.
Mihaljevic scores with a hook to the body. Heydrich takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Mihaljevic takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Vedran Mihaljevic has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A head kick misses from Heydrich.
A head kick misses from Mihaljevic.
Mihaljevic needs to keep his hands up - Heydrich had a free shot at his head there.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Mihaljevic avoids a kick to the body.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Heydrich crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Mihaljevic - the referee stops the clock and Heydrich gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Mihaljevic. Heydrich manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Mihaljevic misses with a looping right.
Reinhard Tristan Eugen Heydrich is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Mihaljevic rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Heydrich makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Mihaljevic really felt that one!
And that's the end of the fight!
Reinhard Tristan Eugen Heydrich comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Heydrich 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 Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 27:30
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 27:30
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Reinhard Tristan Eugen Heydrich!
Reinhard Tristan Eugen Heydrich 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:
Bellicose 87
Date: Apr 17, 2022 |
#R1#
Mihaljevic throws an overhand right that lands on Van Thüringen's shoulder, as Van Thüringen tries to avoid the shot.
Mihaljevic tries to score a power double leg takedown but Van Thüringen sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Mihaljevic somewhat.
Mihaljevic fails with the takedown.
Mihaljevic misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Van Thüringen counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mihaljevic fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Mihaljevic tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Van Thüringen counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Mihaljevic looks to land a left hand but Van Thüringen moved out of range nicely.#T1#
Mihaljevic misses with a looping right.
Mihaljevic fails with an attempt to clinch.
Van Thüringen uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Mihaljevic.
It seemed like Van Thüringen was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Mihaljevic tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Van Thüringen paws at him with a jab and circles away.
It seemed like Van Thüringen was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Mihaljevic lands with a nice combination. Van Thüringen backs away looking to recover.
Mihaljevic darts in trying to clinch
and Van Thüringen cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Mihaljevic tries to land a leg kick but Van Thüringen saw it coming and moves away.
Van Thüringen looks like he wants to counter punch here.#KD2#
Van Thüringen cracks Mihaljevic with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Mihaljevic looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Van Thüringen finish him?
#CUT2#It looks like Vedran Mihaljevic has been cut.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Mihaljevic swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Van Thüringen appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Van Thüringen is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Mihaljevic.
Van Thüringen is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Mihaljevic.
An attempted straight right counter from Mihaljevic misses the target.
Mihaljevic scores with a decent looking hook.
Mihaljevic misses with a kick to the body
and Van Thüringen counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Mihaljevic paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Van Thüringen moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Mihaljevic throws a right hand that misses
and Van Thüringen cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Mihaljevic tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.#T3#
Van Thüringen walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Van Thüringen has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Mihaljevic looks to score with a jab to the body but Van Thüringen is just out of range.
Van Thüringen swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Mihaljevic takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Mihaljevic tries to clinch up.
Mihaljevic looks to land a left hand but Van Thüringen moved out of range nicely.
Mihaljevic throws a lazy right hand but Van Thüringen sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Mihaljevic misses with a hook. Van Thüringen ducked under it nicely.
Van Thüringen uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Mihaljevic.
It seemed like Van Thüringen was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Van Thüringen with a body punch. A glancing blow. #T4#
Mihaljevic scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Mihaljevic throws a shot from downtown. Van Thüringen moves away and avoids it.
Mihaljevic just misses with a punch to the body.
It seemed like Van Thüringen was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Nice shot lands for Van Thüringen.
Mihaljevic tries a head kick but it misses.
Van Thüringen throws out a counter right but Mihaljevic avoids it with no problem.
Van Thüringen throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Mihaljevic throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Mihaljevic misses with a hook.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A telegraphed right hand from Mihaljevic misses the target.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Balthasar Van Thüringen dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Vedran Mihaljevic's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Mihaljevic moves out of range as Van Thüringen throws a body kick.
A little feinted left hand from Mihaljevic on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Van Thüringen takes one to the chin there.
Mihaljevic tries to clinch up.
A little jabbing left from Van Thüringen on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Van Thüringen circles away from the clinch attempt.
Van Thüringen throws out a counter right but Mihaljevic avoids it with no problem.
Vedran Mihaljevic seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Mihaljevic throws a poor cross that misses
and Van Thüringen counters with a right hand to the body.
A jab from Mihaljevic misses.
Van Thüringen replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Mihaljevic blocks it well.
Mihaljevic misses with a hook.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Van Thüringen! But no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mihaljevic misses with a leg kick
and Van Thüringen cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Mihaljevic scores with a decent looking hook.
Mihaljevic scores with a three punch combo!
#T1#
Mihaljevic throws the left hand but Van Thüringen avoids the punch easily.
Van Thüringen tries a quick counter leg kick but Mihaljevic is wise to it.
Van Thüringen keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Mihaljevic looks for a takedown but Van Thüringen sprawls well.
Van Thüringen dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Mihaljevic connects with a leg kick.
Mihaljevic throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
It seemed like Van Thüringen was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Van Thüringen thumps Mihaljevic with a low kick.#T2#
Van Thüringen avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A cross from Mihaljevic lands.
Mihaljevic tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Van Thüringen was well out of range. Poor timing from Mihaljevic.
Mihaljevic throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Van Thüringen lands with a cross.
Van Thüringen throws the left hand but Mihaljevic avoids the punch easily.
A little feinted left hand from Mihaljevic on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Van Thüringen misses with a hook.
Mihaljevic throws a big counter combination but Van Thüringen scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Van Thüringen takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Mihaljevic misses with a few strikes there.
#T3#
The fighters circling - Mihaljevic throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Van Thüringen throws out a counter right but Mihaljevic avoids it with no problem.
Van Thüringen uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Mihaljevic.
Van Thüringen swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Van Thüringen throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Van Thüringen takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Mihaljevic throws a head kick that half lands.
Van Thüringen leaves Mihaljevic with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Van Thüringen throws out a counter right but Mihaljevic avoids it with no problem.
Balthasar Van Thüringen is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Mihaljevic rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Van Thüringen counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Van Thüringen throws a lazy body kick
enabling Mihaljevic to counter with a crisp jab.
Mihaljevic is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Van Thüringen follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.#T4#
Mihaljevic throws a jab when Van Thüringen was well out of range.
Mihaljevic takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Van Thüringen moves away from the strike by Mihaljevic.
Some bone on bone action there as Van Thüringen checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Van Thüringen appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Mihaljevic throws a sloppy body shot
and Van Thüringen counters with a stiff right hand.
Mihaljevic misses with a straight left.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Van Thüringen displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Mihaljevic.
Van Thüringen looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Vedran Mihaljevic will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Vedran Mihaljevic's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Van Thüringen doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Balthasar Van Thüringen seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Mihaljevic looks to throw the jab but Van Thüringen is out of range.
Mihaljevic fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Van Thüringen manages to avoid it.
Van Thüringen looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Mihaljevic swinging wildly here.
Mihaljevic fails with an attempt to clinch.
Van Thüringen looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mihaljevic misses the shot to the body.
Mihaljevic shoots for a double leg takedown but Van Thüringen sprawls well. He's pushed Mihaljevic's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
A nice side step and Van Thüringen releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Good exchange - Mihaljevic coming out on top.#T1#
Mihaljevic throws a right and a left that Van Thüringen avoids nicely.
Mihaljevic waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Van Thüringen.
Van Thüringen looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Mihaljevic smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Mihaljevic misses with an uppercut
and Van Thüringen counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Mihaljevic slips a straight right by Van Thüringen.
Mihaljevic misses with a lunging right hand
and Van Thüringen counters with a good low kick that Mihaljevic was not able to check.
Van Thüringen avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Mihaljevic moves out of range of the body kick from Van Thüringen.
#KD2#
Van Thüringen lands a big right hand that sends Mihaljevic crashing to the mat! Van Thüringen stays standing though and waves Mihaljevic back to his feet!#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Van Thüringen looks to land a left hand but Mihaljevic moved out of range nicely.
Van Thüringen pounces like a tiger and cracks Mihaljevic with a vicious hook! Mihaljevic is down but not out! Van Thüringen follows up with more strikes forcing the ref to jump in and stop it!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:19 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Balthasar Van Thüringen!
A victorious Balthasar Van Thüringen 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:
3 Titles on the Line!
Date: Mar 07, 2022 |
#R1#
Mfer uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Mihaljevic.
Nice straight punches there by Mihaljevic. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Mihaljevic.
A jab lands there for Mihaljevic.
Mfer lands with a cross.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Mfer swings for the body but Mihaljevic moves out of range.
Mfer steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Mihaljevic.#CL#
Mfer moves into the clinch.
Mihaljevic being controlled against the ropes.
A right hand to the body from Mfer.
#BC2#
Mihaljevic manages to break the clinch.
Mihaljevic pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Mfer throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Mfer moves away from the strike by Mihaljevic.
Mfer lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Mfer.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mfer with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Mfer looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Mfer uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Mihaljevic.#TD#
Mfer throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Mihaljevic tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Mfer is in Mihaljevic's guard.
Mihaljevic wants to get back to his feet but Mfer passes into half guard.
#REVB#
Mihaljevic is trying to maintain the position but Mfer is very close to passing his half guard.#T1#
Mfer is trying to control the action in half guard but Mihaljevic is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Mfer wants to pass to mount but Mihaljevic is defending the position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB#
Mfer seems to be working for a kimura but Mihaljevic defends the submission attempt.
Mfer tries to pass the half guard into mount. Mihaljevic knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #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.
Mfer performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Mfer trying to pass the guard but Mihaljevic defending well.
Mihaljevic is trying to stand.
Mihaljevic really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Mfer. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Mfer is trying to control the action in half guard but Mihaljevic is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Mihaljevic won't allow Mfer to pass to mount. #T3#
Mfer is working hard here to advance position.
Mihaljevic is looking to escape.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
A jab from Mfer finds it's way through Mihaljevic's defenses.
Mfer scoring well with a low kick there.
Mihaljevic throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
#CL#
Mfer closes the distance and clinches.
Mfer scores with a nice hook to the head.#BC2#
Mihaljevic breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Mfer throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Mihaljevic lands a jab to the nose.#T4#
Mihaljevic takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Mfer goes for a double leg but Mihaljevic avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the ropes as Mihaljevic continues to drive forward.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Mfer.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#BC2#
Mihaljevic pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#TD#
Mfer shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Mfer is looking to stall here but Mihaljevic recovers full guard.
Mfer pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Mihaljevic is keeping the position for now.
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.
Mfer won't allow Mihaljevic to get back to his feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Hunt Mfer dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Mihaljevic wants to clinch.
Mihaljevic throws a lazy head kick
and Mfer counters with a stiff right hand.
Mfer is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Mihaljevic can do to turn this around?
Mfer misses with an uppercut. Mihaljevic saw that one coming.
Mihaljevic appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Mfer uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Mihaljevic.#TD#
Mihaljevic tries to sprawl but Mfer drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Hunt Mfer overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Mfer wants to take a breather but Mihaljevic is having none of it.
Mfer moves nicely into side control.
Mihaljevic prevents Mfer from improving position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Mfer looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Mfer trying to control the position but Mihaljevic is working away. #T1##SUB#
Mfer is working for what looks like an arm triangle here. Mihaljevic is trying to escape and Mfer transitions quickly into an armbar! He's slapped it on tight and Mihaljevic is forced to tap! Nice work there by Mfer! Very nice indeed!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:23 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Hunt Mfer! |
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Event:
Kanud vs Summers
Date: Feb 12, 2022 |
#R1#
Sampson digs a good hook to Mihaljevic's body.
Mihaljevic has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Doom's Gym in the buildup to the fight.
Mihaljevic looks to land a left hand but Sampson moved out of range nicely.
It seemed like Sampson was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Mihaljevic tries for a takedown but Sampson sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Sampson lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Mihaljevic lands a lovely overhand right.
Sampson works the jab nicely.
Mihaljevic fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Sampson avoids it really well and circles away.
Mihaljevic looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Mihaljevic throws a body shot but no joy.
Mihaljevic tries to close the distance and clinch but Sampson swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Vedran Mihaljevic seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Mihaljevic shoots in looking for a takedown but Sampson manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Mihaljevic's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Vedran Mihaljevic. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Mihaljevic takes a swing at Sampson's ribcage but misses.
Mihaljevic pivots, looking for a leg kick but Sampson is out of range and Mihaljevic settles back down.
Mihaljevic looks to land a body kick but Sampson moved away.
Sampson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Mihaljevic.
A countering left hand to the body from Sampson misses.
Sampson throws a body punch but Mihaljevic moves out of range.
Mihaljevic misses with a takedown attempt
enabling Sampson to counter with a crisp jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mihaljevic throws a shot from downtown. Sampson moves away and avoids it.
Mihaljevic throws a sloppy head kick and Sampson moves out of range easily.
Sampson lands with a cross. #CUT2#It looks like Vedran Mihaljevic has been cut.#T1#
Mihaljevic wants to land a leg kick but Sampson is out of range.
Sampson is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Mihaljevic. #CL2#
Sampson drives through and clinches with Mihaljevic against the cage.
#BC#
Mihaljevic breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Douglas Sampson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Sampson ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Mihaljevic tries to close the distance and clinch but Sampson swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Sampson jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Sampson with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Mihaljevic misses with a takedown attempt - Sampson sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Mihaljevic is breathing heavily.
Mihaljevic tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Sampson swivels and escapes.
Sampson lands a jab to Mihaljevic's midsection.
Sampson lands with a nice body punch.
Sampson misses with a looping left.
Sampson lands a right hook to the body.
#KD2#
Sampson steps into range and cracks Mihaljevic with a monster punch that buckles his knees! Mihaljevic flops backwards and Sampson dives into his guard looking to finish!
#ROC2#Mihaljevic is rocked!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SU2#
Sampson gets to his feet - Mihaljevic follows without any prompting. #T2#
Mihaljevic walks right into a perfectly timed right hook and goes down hard! He's out cold! The ref cradles Mihaljevic limp body while Sampson jumps on to the cage and waves to the roaring crowd. Wow that was just a brutal knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:08 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Douglas Sampson!
Douglas Sampson decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
Bellicose- Reyes vs McCoy
Date: Jan 16, 2022 |
#R1#
The fighters circling - Mihaljevic throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Fonua Blake quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
A head kick misses from Fonua Blake.
Mihaljevic misses with an uppercut
and Fonua Blake counters with a series of strikes. Mihaljevic will be more careful next time no doubt.
Fonua Blake slips under a jab.
Mihaljevic avoids the head kick by Fonua Blake.
Mihaljevic missing with a left hand there. Fonua Blake was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Fonua Blake throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Fonua Blake walks into a left hand.
A slow jab from Mihaljevic misses its intended target.
Mihaljevic is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.
Mihaljevic avoids the head kick by Fonua Blake.
Fonua Blake throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Fonua Blake throws a low kick but Mihaljevic moves out of range easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Mihaljevic! But no joy.
A swing and a miss from Mihaljevic.
Mihaljevic shoots in looking for a takedown. Fonua Blake tries to sprawl out of it but Mihaljevic keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Fonua Blake manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Mihaljevic throws a hook to the side of Fonua Blake's head but Fonua Blake sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Mihaljevic is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Fonua Blake.
Mihaljevic moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mihaljevic avoids a punch combination nicely.
Jared Fonua Blake is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Fonua Blake wants to clinch up but Mihaljevic keeps it at a distance.
Vedran Mihaljevic seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Fonua Blake wants to clinch.
Fonua Blake walks into a jab.
Mihaljevic throws a jab when Fonua Blake was well out of range.
Mihaljevic has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Mihaljevic misses the jab.
Mihaljevic 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.
Mihaljevic takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Mihaljevic lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Fonua Blake looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Mihaljevic swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Fonua Blake throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Mihaljevic.#CUT#It looks like Vedran Mihaljevic has been cut.
Fonua Blake throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Fonua Blake moves out of range as Mihaljevic strikes.#CL2#
Mihaljevic moves into the clinch successfully.
Mihaljevic lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Mihaljevic working hard to break the clinch.#BC2#
Mihaljevic breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Mihaljevic misses with a hook.
Fonua Blake tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #T2#
Mihaljevic slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Mihaljevic's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Mihaljevic duly obliges.
Fonua Blake throws a jab but it's blocked by Mihaljevic.
A swing and a miss from Mihaljevic.
Fonua Blake appears to be looking for a big counter.
Fonua Blake throws a head kick that misses.
Mihaljevic misses with a hook. Fonua Blake ducked under it nicely.
Mihaljevic just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromFonua Blake.
Mihaljevic takes a jab right on the kisser.
Mihaljevic keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Mihaljevic throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Fonua Blake sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A jab from Mihaljevic misses.
Fonua Blake misses with a hook. Mihaljevic ducked under it nicely.
We've been told by Fonua Blake's head coaches at 88Fight Club Gym88.. 800pw (16 COACHES) that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Fonua Blake uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Mihaljevic.
Fonua Blake looks to land a body kick but Mihaljevic moved away.
Mihaljevic throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Fonua Blake on the side of the head.
Mihaljevic waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Fonua Blake.
A swing and a miss from Fonua Blake.
Mihaljevic throws a hook but Fonua Blake avoids it easily.
Fonua Blake throws a head kick but Mihaljevic moves out of range.
Mihaljevic misses with a straight right.
Fonua Blake is looking to land body kicks.#T3#
Mihaljevic connects with a crisp jab.
Nice shot lands for Mihaljevic.
A telegraphed right hand from Fonua Blake misses the target.
Mihaljevic tries to clinch but Fonua Blake is having none of it.
Mihaljevic throws a hook but Fonua Blake avoids it easily.
Fonua Blake lands a head kick!
Mihaljevic looks to throw the jab but Fonua Blake is out of range.
Mihaljevic throws an overhand right that lands on Fonua Blake's shoulder, as Fonua Blake tries to avoid the shot.
Mihaljevic scores with a shot to the body.
#CL#
Fonua Blake moves into the clinch successfully.
Mihaljevic is trying to break free.
Fonua Blake blocks a punch to the side of the head.
#BC2#
Mihaljevic pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Mihaljevic connects with a nice looking jab.
Fonua Blake takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#CL#
Fonua Blake pushes Mihaljevic up against the cage in a clinch.#BC2#
Mihaljevic breaks the clinch.
Mihaljevic scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Fonua Blake doesn't seem bothered though.
Mihaljevic misses the jab.
Good shot there by Mihaljevic.#T4#
Fonua Blake lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Fonua Blake keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Mihaljevic.
The fight stays on the outside here - Mihaljevic looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Fonua Blake tries to clinch up but Mihaljevic circles away and keeps his distance.
Fonua Blake misses with a straight right.
Mihaljevic lands a jab to the nose.
Fonua Blake throws a sloppy head kick and Mihaljevic moves out of range easily.
Mihaljevic punishes Fonua Blake's body with a nice straight punch.
Mihaljevic throws a right hand that misses
and Fonua Blake counters with a nice uppercut.
Fonua Blake cracks Mihaljevic with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
A big right from Fonua Blake misses.
Fonua Blake jabs Mihaljevic right on the nose. Mihaljevic blinks but takes it well.
Fonua Blake tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Mihaljevic closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Mihaljevic ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Fonua Blake moves away.
Fonua Blake bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Mihaljevic avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Vedran Mihaljevic dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Vedran Mihaljevic's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Mihaljevic throws a hook but Fonua Blake blocks it.
Fonua Blake throws a big counter combination but Mihaljevic scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.#CL#
Fonua Blake has managed to clinch.
#BC#
Fonua Blake escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Fonua Blake ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Fonua Blake pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Fonua Blake blocks a jab.
Good shot there by Mihaljevic.
Fonua Blake avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Fonua Blake is looking to counter with head kicks.
Jared Fonua Blake is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
A swing and a miss from Mihaljevic.
Fonua Blake ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Mihaljevic getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Mihaljevic lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Mihaljevic throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Fonua Blake on the side of the head.
Mihaljevic fails with a takedown attempt.
A looping hook to the body misses from Mihaljevic. Fonua Blake does a little dance to reset his feet.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Mihaljevic blocks a head kick by Fonua Blake.
Vedran Mihaljevic seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Mihaljevic cracks Fonua Blake with an open hand slap.
Mihaljevic misses with a wild body shot. #T1#
Fonua Blake walks into a straight right hand from Mihaljevic.
Mihaljevic lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#CL2#
Mihaljevic moves into the clinch.#BC#
Fonua Blake escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Fonua Blake throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
A jab from Mihaljevic finds it's way through Fonua Blake's defenses.
Mihaljevic ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Fonua Blake moves away.
Mihaljevic loads up on a big right hand but Fonua Blake slips the punch.
Fonua Blake waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Mihaljevic.
Fonua Blake misses with an uppercut.
Sloppy strikes from Fonua Blake. Those never looked like landing.
A big left from Mihaljevic misses.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Fonua Blake waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Mihaljevic.
Fonua Blake doesn't manage to clinch there - Mihaljevic circles away.
Fonua Blake throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Mihaljevic connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mihaljevic lands with an uppercut that bounces Fonua Blake off the cage and back into range.
Mihaljevic throws an off balance right hand
and Fonua Blake counters with a series of strikes. Mihaljevic will be more careful next time no doubt.
Fonua Blake misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
#T2#
Mihaljevic jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Fonua Blake throwing a counter right hand but Mihaljevic manages to avoid it.
Mihaljevic loads up on a big right hand but Fonua Blake slips the punch.
Mihaljevic lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Mihaljevic lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
#CL#
Fonua Blake has closed the distance and engaged Mihaljevic in a clinch.
#BC#
Fonua Blake breaks the clinch.
Fonua Blake moves out of range of the strikes.
Fonua Blake moves in looking to clinch but Mihaljevic pushes him off.
Fonua Blake uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Fonua Blake takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Mihaljevic swinging wildly here.
Fonua Blake avoids the body shot from Mihaljevic.
Fonua Blake throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Fonua Blake is looking to clinch but Mihaljevic is avoiding it.
Fonua Blake misses with a head kick.
Mihaljevic avoids the head kick by Fonua Blake.
Fonua Blake slips under a jab from Mihaljevic.#T3#
Fonua Blake steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Mihaljevic.
Fonua Blake keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Mihaljevic throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A lazy left from Mihaljevic finds it's target.
Mihaljevic lands a nice shot to the body.
Mihaljevic lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Fonua Blake at a distance.
A left lands for Mihaljevic.
Mihaljevic throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Mihaljevic throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Fonua Blake sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Mihaljevic scores with a nice head shot.
Fonua Blake lets loose with a powerful body kick. Mihaljevic will feel that in the morning.
Fonua Blake slips a jab from Mihaljevic.
A jab from Mihaljevic does it's job there.
Fonua Blake throws the left hand but Mihaljevic avoids the punch easily.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mihaljevic takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Fonua Blake wants to clinch.#T4#
Fonua Blake moves into range and connects with a jab. #CL#
Fonua Blake has Mihaljevic up against the cage in a clinch.
#BC#
Fonua Blake pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Fonua Blake misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Mihaljevic has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Mihaljevic throws a looping overhand right but Fonua Blake ducks down to avoid it.
Fonua Blake slips under a jab.
Fonua Blake throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Fonua Blake throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Mihaljevic lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Mihaljevic is looking to clinch.
Fonua Blake takes a body punch but keeps moving.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Mihaljevic misses with a hook. Fonua Blake ducked under it nicely.
Fonua Blake misses with a head kick.
Mihaljevic misses with a right hand
and Fonua Blake counters with a series of strikes. Mihaljevic will be more careful next time no doubt.
No joy there for Fonua Blake, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Vedran Mihaljevic will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Vedran Mihaljevic's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Fonua Blake moves forwards but Mihaljevic connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Mihaljevic tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Fonua Blake manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Fonua Blake looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Fonua Blake uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Mihaljevic.
A little feinted left hand from Fonua Blake on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Fonua Blake throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Fonua Blake slips a straight right by Mihaljevic.
Mihaljevic waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Fonua Blake.
The fighters circling - Mihaljevic throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Fonua Blake defending well as Mihaljevic loads up on a big left hand.
Fonua Blake ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#CL#
Mihaljevic tries to keep at a distance but Fonua Blake has taken the fight into the clinch.
Fonua Blake wants to get back to striking at distance but Mihaljevic won't allow it.
Mihaljevic lands with a right to the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC#
Fonua Blake breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Mihaljevic doesn't manage to clinch there - Fonua Blake circles away.
#CL2#
Mihaljevic takes the fight into the clinch.
Still in the clinch, Mihaljevic scores with a nice short uppercut.#BC#
Fonua Blake pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T1#
Fonua Blake scores with a decent looking hook.
Fonua Blake takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
A telegraphed right hand from Mihaljevic misses the target.
Fonua Blake uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Mihaljevic.
Mihaljevic scores with a decent looking hook.
A lazy left from Mihaljevic finds it's target.
Mihaljevic checks a leg kick nicely.
Fonua Blake moves out of range as Mihaljevic strikes.
Fonua Blake slips under a jab.
It looked like Fonua Blake was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Nice defenses there by Fonua Blake.
Mihaljevic throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Fonua Blake throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Mihaljevic misses with a looping left.
Fonua Blake ducks under a wild hook from Mihaljevic.
Mihaljevic takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Mihaljevic takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Mihaljevic tries to clinch up.
Fonua Blake displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Mihaljevic throws out the jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mihaljevic takes one on the chin but seems OK.
#T2#
Fonua Blake misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Mihaljevic's corner calls for a 1-2. Mihaljevic obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
The fighters circling - Mihaljevic throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Fonua Blake throws the kick towards the body but Mihaljevic avoids it.
Mihaljevic throws a jab but it's blocked by Fonua Blake.
Mihaljevic defending well as Fonua Blake loads up on a big left hand.
Fonua Blake ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Fonua Blake steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Mihaljevic.
As Mihaljevic looks to move away, Fonua Blake throws a big counter combo but Mihaljevic just gets out of the way.
Fonua Blake takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Fonua Blake throws a nice head kick!
Mihaljevic throws a shot from downtown. Fonua Blake moves away and avoids it.
Fonua Blake throws a series of punches but Mihaljevic avoids them all with ease.
Fonua Blake throws a head kick but Mihaljevic moves out of range.
Fonua Blake pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Fonua Blake misses with a body kick.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Mihaljevic! But no joy.
Mihaljevic lands the left hand.
Fonua Blake takes one to the chin there.
A big left from Mihaljevic misses. #T3#
Mihaljevic shoots for a takedown but Fonua Blake saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Sloppy strikes from Mihaljevic. Those never looked like landing.
Good shot there by Fonua Blake.
Fonua Blake takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.#CL#
Fonua Blake clinches with his opponent.
Mihaljevic goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Vedran Mihaljevic is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Jared Fonua Blake has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Fonua Blake has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Fonua Blake tries to circle away but Mihaljevic has him pinned against the cage.#BC#
Fonua Blake's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Fonua Blake drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Mihaljevic throws a body punch but Fonua Blake moves out of range.
Mihaljevic wants to clinch.
Mihaljevic bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A head kick misses from Fonua Blake. #T4#
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Fonua Blake.
Fonua Blake slips under a jab from Mihaljevic.
Mihaljevic blocks a head kick by Fonua Blake.
Mihaljevic fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Good exchange - Mihaljevic coming out on top.
Mihaljevic lands with a nice body punch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Mihaljevic tries to clinch but Fonua Blake moves out of range.
Mihaljevic loads up on a big right hand but Fonua Blake slips the punch.
Mihaljevic looks to land a right hand but Fonua Blake moved out of range.
Mihaljevic connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Mihaljevic throws a body shot but no joy.
Fonua Blake attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Jab, jab by Mihaljevic - just one landing.
Fonua Blake lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Jared Fonua Blake has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Fonua Blake connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Vedran Mihaljevic.
I've got Mihaljevic winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge John Kavanagh scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jorge Garcia scores the fight 28:30
Judge Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Vedran Mihaljevic!
A victorious Vedran Mihaljevic thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
The defeated Jared Fonua Blake had this to say: 'I appoligise to the fans and ppl watching at home that gave me there support i couldnt bring it home tonight but ill be back'. |
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Event:
Bellicose - Prokop vs Vedran
Date: Dec 04, 2021 |
#R1#
Mihaljevic misses with a hook. Pustik ducked under it nicely.
Pustik attempts a counter takedown but Mihaljevic avoids it well and moves away.
Mihaljevic lands with a hook. Pustik tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Pustik needs to keep his hands up - Mihaljevic had a free shot at his head there.#TD#
Pustik shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Mihaljevic is trying to defend but Pustik finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Pustik missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Pustik not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Mihaljevic is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Pustik scores with a couple of nice shots.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Mihaljevic blocking the ground and pound attempt from Pustik.
Mihaljevic avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Pustik.
Pustik is looking to advance position but Mihaljevic won't allow it.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Pustik connects with a nice short shot to Mihaljevic's temple.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mihaljevic looks like he's trying to stand up.
Pustik working Mihaljevic over with strikes. #T1#
Mihaljevic wants to get back to his feet.
Pustik missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Mihaljevic blocking the ground and pound attempt from Pustik.
Mihaljevic is trying to stand back up but Pustik is controlling him
Mihaljevic keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Nice strikes from Pustik there.
Mihaljevic blocking the ground and pound attempt from Pustik.
Mihaljevic looks like he's trying to stand up.
Pustik thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Mihaljevic's head.
Mihaljevic really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Pustik. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Mihaljevic is trying to stand up here but Pustik is controlling him well.
Mihaljevic keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Pustik throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Pustik 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.
Pustik missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #T2#
Pustik passes the guard and advances to mount!
Pustik thowing shots but they're missing.
Mihaljevic tries to hold on but Pustik pushes him away.
Mihaljevic is in a horrible position here, under a barrage of strikes, he's managing to avoid any damage.
Mihaljevic is not a happy chappy… he wants out of there.
Mihaljevic avoids a series of strikes thrown by Pustik.
Pustik unloads with some shots from mount but Mihaljevic bucks and avoids them well.
Mihaljevic is bucking up trying to escape but Pustik cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mihaljevic in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Pustik misses with a head shot.
Pustik throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Mihaljevic because Pustik loaded up on that one.
Pustik throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Mihaljevic because Pustik loaded up on that one.
Pustik thowing shots but they're missing.
Pustik has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#T3#
Pustik throwing strikes here but Mihaljevic is writhing around nicely and avoiding any serious damage.
Pustik scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Mihaljevic?
Pustik lands with some strikes.#ROC#Mihaljevic is rocked!
Mihaljevic looks winded!
Pustik loads up with a big shot that hurts Mihaljevic! He's pulled Pustik in close but Pustik has postured up and lands more strikes. Can Mihaljevic survive? More strikes from Pustik and Mihaljevic is out! The ref jumps in to save him! Brutal ground and pound!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Prokop Pustik!
Prokop Pustik retains his heavyweight title! |
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Event:
Bellicose - Burtha vs Vedran
Date: Oct 22, 2021 |
#R1#
Burtha bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Mihaljevic jabs Burtha right on the nose. Burtha blinks but takes it well.
Burtha takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Mihaljevic throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Burtha tries to close the distance and clinch but Mihaljevic swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Burtha is looking to clinch but Mihaljevic is avoiding it.
Burtha tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Mihaljevic paws at him with a jab and circles away.#CL#
Burtha closes the distance and clinches.#TD2#
Mihaljevic turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!#SU2#
Mihaljevic has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
Burtha is looking to clinch.
Burtha drops his hands momentarily and Mihaljevic takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #CUT2#It looks like Big Burtha has been cut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Burtha tries to close the distance and clinch up but Mihaljevic swats him away and circles back towards the center. #CL#
Burtha moves into range and clinches up with Mihaljevic.
Burtha fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#TD2#
Mihaljevic has hold of one of Burtha's legs. Burtha is fighting the takedown attempt but Mihaljevic gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Burtha on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Burtha tries to get out of the position.#SU2#
Mihaljevic decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Burtha, up you get!
Mihaljevic pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Burtha gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Burtha tries to clinch up but Mihaljevic circles away and keeps his distance.
A left lands for Mihaljevic.
Burtha is looking to clinch but Mihaljevic is avoiding it.
Burtha uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Mihaljevic.#T1#
Nice defenses there by Burtha.#CL#
Burtha has managed to clinch.
Burtha lands a left hand.
#TD2#
Mihaljevic pulls guard effortlessly.
Burtha loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Mihaljevic working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Burtha.
Burtha throws a strike but Mihaljevic rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##SU2#
Mihaljevic decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Burtha, up you get!
Mihaljevic throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Burtha stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Mihaljevic misses with a few strikes there.
Mihaljevic swats away the attempt to clinch by Burtha.
Burtha takes one on the button.#CL#
Burtha gets in close and instigates a clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Burtha lands a left hand that snaps the head of Mihaljevic backwards.
Burtha working aggressively here.
#TD2#
Mihaljevic is trying to trip Burtha. He has hold of a leg but Burtha is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Mihaljevic persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Burtha trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage. #SU2#
Mihaljevic stands up from Burtha's guard - Mihaljevic perhaps looking for a knockout. #T2##CL#
Burtha gets a clinch.
Burtha tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC2#
Mihaljevic pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Burtha is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Burtha fails in his attempt to clinch.
Mihaljevic moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Mihaljevic connects with a crisp jab.
Mihaljevic 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.
Burtha is looking to clinch.
Burtha wants to clinch up but Mihaljevic keeps it at a distance.
Burtha wants to clinch.
Mihaljevic connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Burtha moves in looking to clinch but Mihaljevic pushes him off.#CL#
Burtha rushes Mihaljevic and presses him up against the cage.
Mihaljevic blocks an uppercut.
#T3##TD2#
Mihaljevic has Burtha pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Mihaljevic pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Burtha tumbling to the mat - Mihaljevic dives into Burtha's guard.
Burtha throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
#SU2#
Mihaljevic decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Burtha, up you get!
Burtha on the wrong end of a nice hook.#CUT2#Big Burtha's cut is getting worse.#KD2#
Mihaljevic cracks Burtha with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Mihaljevic has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Burtha to stand back up!#ROC2#Burtha is rocked!
Burtha fails in his attempt to clinch.
Oh Burtha is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Mihaljevic sees an opening and throws a straight punch right through Burtha's defenses. It connects perfectly with Burtha's jaw and knocks him out cold! Wow - that's a contender for knockout of the year - absolutely brutal!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Vedran Mihaljevic! |
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Event:
NYCL Fight Night (6)
Date: Sep 29, 2021 |
#R1##TD#
Gordon looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Mihaljevic!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gordon taking a breather here.
Mihaljevic really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Gordon. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Mihaljevic is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Mihaljevic tries to wriggle free to get back to his feet but he's given up his back! Oops.
Mihaljevic is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Gordon working for the choke. #T1#
Mihaljevic trying to get back to his feet but Gordon is in full control for now.
Gordon has the hooks in. Mihaljevic is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Mihaljevic trying to get back to his feet but Gordon is in full control for now. #SUB#
Gordon is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Mihaljevic defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Mihaljevic trying to get back to his feet but Gordon is in full control for now.
Mihaljevic is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB#
Gordon patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?#SUB#
Gordon working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet. #SUB#
Gordon is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Mihaljevic knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Mihaljevic for a finish.
Mihaljevic is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
Gordon is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Gordon has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T3##SUB#
Mihaljevic preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Gordon.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
#SUB#
Mihaljevic is in a bad position with Gordon working for a choke. Mihaljevic manages to spin nicely into guard and the danger is over for the moment.
Gordon 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#
Mihaljevic prevents Gordon from getting back to his feet. #SUB#
Gordon is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Mihaljevic is aware though and is defending well.
Mihaljevic is looking to stand up but Gordon won't let him.
Gordon bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Mihaljevic's guard. #REVR#
Gordon content to stall in guard here.
Gordon trying to control the position from guard on top but Mihaljevic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
George Gordon dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Gordon takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Mihaljevic tries to clinch up.
Mihaljevic throws the left hand but Gordon avoids the punch easily.
George Gordon is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Gordon on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Gordon takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Gordon tries to close the distance and clinch but Mihaljevic swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Mihaljevic stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Mihaljevic wants it to stay on the feet.#TD#
Gordon closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Gordon lands in his opponent's guard.
Gordon wants to control from the top but Mihaljevic keeps moving.
Mihaljevic wants to stand up but Gordon is controlling him. #T1#
Gordon's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Gordon won't allow Mihaljevic to get back to his feet.
Gordon is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Gordon wants to control from the top but Mihaljevic keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Mihaljevic scores with a jab.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Mihaljevic.
Mihaljevic lands a really nice looking cross but Gordon seems unphased.
Mihaljevic swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Gordon swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Gordon takes one to the side of the head.
#TD#
Gordon looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Mihaljevic!
Gordon prevents Mihaljevic from escaping the position.
Gordon content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Mihaljevic is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Gordon asserts his dominance and retains side control.#T3#
Gordon lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Mihaljevic down.
Mihaljevic is trying to get back to his feet.
Gordon is putting a hurting on Mihaljevic here, landing some big shots from side control.
Mihaljevic is trying to buck Gordon off.#SUB#
Gordon tries for a kimura but Mihaljevic is defending well.
Gordon 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 Mihaljevic's shoulder. That is not cool. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Mihaljevic is trying to get back to his feet.#SU#
Gordon has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
Gordon keeps the fight on the outside.
Gordon tries to clinch but Mihaljevic is having none of it.
Mihaljevic scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Mihaljevic connects with a body shot that sends Gordon's belly button to the back.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Mihaljevic lands with a good body shot.#TD#
Gordon closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Mihaljevic to the mat! Mihaljevic manages to get full guard.
Mihaljevic wants to get back to his feet but Gordon is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Vedran Mihaljevic showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Mihaljevic lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Mihaljevic jabs at Gordon's body.
Mihaljevic digs a good body shot into Gordon's ribs.
Mihaljevic lunges at Gordon with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Gordon's hand.
Gordon takes one to the chin there.
Mihaljevic ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Gordon takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Mihaljevic fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Mihaljevic lands with an uppercut that bounces Gordon off the cage and back into range.#ROC2#Gordon is rocked!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#KD2#
Mihaljevic drops Gordon with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Gordon looks back up at him and smiles so Mihaljevic waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.
Oh Gordon is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Mihaljevic lands a nice shot to the body.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Mihaljevic lands with a shot to the body.
Mihaljevic jabs at Gordon's body.
Mihaljevic throws a shot to the body.
Gordon seems to have got his legs back now.
Mihaljevic wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Vedran Mihaljevic seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T1#
Gordon takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#KD2#
Mihaljevic cracks Gordon with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Mihaljevic has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Gordon to stand back up!
Mihaljevic dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Gordon drops his hands momentarily. Mihaljevic doesn't need a second invitation, landing a shot to the temple. Gordon staggers and falls to the mat and the ref dives in to save him from any more punishment. Gordon doesn't seem happy with the stoppage but he was done.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:21 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Vedran Mihaljevic! |
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Event:
NYCL - Wellstone vs. Hittah II
Date: Sep 04, 2021 |
#R1#
Knight uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Mihaljevic.
Mihaljevic throws a right hand that misses
and Knight counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Knight misses with the combination.
Knight ducks under a wild hook from Mihaljevic.
It looked like Knight wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Mihaljevic avoids the head kick by Knight.
Mihaljevic tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Knight was well out of range. Poor timing from Mihaljevic.
It looked like Knight was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Knight blocks a jab.
Mihaljevic moves out of range as Knight throws a body kick.
A nice side step and Mihaljevic releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Mihaljevic misses with a looping right.
Mihaljevic throws a body shot but no joy.
Knight went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Knight displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Mihaljevic throws out the jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mihaljevic dodges the punch combination from Knight.
Mihaljevic looks to land a combination but Knight avoids it well.
Knight throws a nice looking combination but Mihaljevic bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Mihaljevic wants to clinch up but Knight keeps it at a distance.
Knight tries to clinch but Mihaljevic moves out of range. #T1#
Mihaljevic throws a big shot that misses.
Knight jabs Mihaljevic to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Mihaljevic lands a body shot.
Knight throws a combination. Mihaljevic tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
A swing and a miss from Mihaljevic.
Knight looks to land a combination. Mihaljevic sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Knight lands a two punch combo.
A swing and a miss from Mihaljevic.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mihaljevic fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Knight manages to avoid it.#TD#
Knight throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Mihaljevic was covering up waiting for the punch and Knight finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Knight is fighting to break Mihaljevic's control of his arms but Mihaljevic is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Knight not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T2#
Knight wants to control from the top but Mihaljevic keeps moving.
Knight pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Mihaljevic is keeping the position for now.
Knight trying to control but Mihaljevic is working from the bottom.
Mihaljevic looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Knight slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #SUB#
Knight is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
We've been told by Knight's head coaches at Team Mass Valley Academy that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.#T3#
Mihaljevic looks to land a left hand but Knight moved out of range nicely.
A nice combination there by Knight.
A jab from Mihaljevic finds it's way through Knight's defenses.
Mihaljevic throws a right hand that misses
and Knight counters with a straight right hand.
Knight shoots in but Mihaljevic avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Vedran Mihaljevic seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A jab from Mihaljevic does it's job there.
Knight misses with a series of wild punches.
Mihaljevic throws a right hand that misses
and Knight counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Mihaljevic looks to land a left hand but Knight moved out of range nicely.
Knight throws a right and a left that Mihaljevic avoids nicely.
Mihaljevic jabs Knight to the body, keeping him at a distance.#T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mihaljevic fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Knight looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.#CL2#
Mihaljevic gets a clinch.
Mihaljevic working some nice short punches in the clinch.#BC2#
Mihaljevic breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Knight lands with an uppercut that bounces Mihaljevic off the cage and back into range.
Knight swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Jab by Mihaljevic.
Mihaljevic lands a body shot.
Mihaljevic throws a good cross that connects.
Knight throws a combination. Mihaljevic tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Knight is breathing heavily.
Mihaljevic jabs at Knight's body.
Mihaljevic fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Knight looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Mihaljevic lands a really nice looking cross but Knight seems unphased.
Knight swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Mihaljevic throws the left hand but Knight avoids the punch easily.
Knight is looking to counter punch.
Knight throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Mihaljevic counters with a lovely shot to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Mihaljevic catches Knight with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
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 Patrick Knight will probably get the nod.
That's time! Knight's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Mihaljevic misses with a body shot.
Knight's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Knight duly obliges.
Mihaljevic throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Mihaljevic scores with a body shot.
Knight avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Mihaljevic scores with a decent looking hook.
Knight looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Mihaljevic misses the shot to the body.
Mihaljevic throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Knight takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Mihaljevic checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Mihaljevic clobbers Knight with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Knight throws a right and a left that both miss.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Knight throws a combination that misses
and Mihaljevic counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#ROC2#Knight is rocked!
Mihaljevic ducks down into range and throws a picture perfect right hook that connects with Knight's jaw. Knight's eyes stare off into space as he falls to the mat, out cold! Mihaljevic does the decent thing and steps back, rather than landing any shots to his unconscious opponent.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Vedran Mihaljevic! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 31, 2021 |
#R1#
Mihaljevic connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Mihaljevic looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Mihaljevic defending well as Dickinson loads up on a big left hand.
Mihaljevic lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Dickinson at a distance.
Dickinson takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Dickinson misses with a jab, cross combination.
Dickinson tries to clinch up.
Dickinson takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Mihaljevic fails with an attempt to clinch.
Mihaljevic with a nice cross.
Dickinson takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Dickinson looks for a takedown but Mihaljevic sprawls well.
Dickinson has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Mihaljevic finds it's way round the side to connect with Dickinson's head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mihaljevic cracks a nice hook into Dickinson's ribs.
Mihaljevic scores with a body shot.
Dickinson closes this distance looking for a takedown but Mihaljevic circles away.
Mihaljevic throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Dickinson on the side of the head.
Mihaljevic jabs at Dickinson's body.
Dickinson looks winded!
Dickinson tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Mihaljevic manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Dickinson loads up on a big right hand but Mihaljevic slips the punch.#T1#
Mihaljevic ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Dickinson misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Mihaljevic throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Dickinson stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Mihaljevic cracks Dickinson with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Mihaljevic changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Bradley Dickinson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Mihaljevic lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
A jab from Mihaljevic does it's job there.
Mihaljevic connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Dickinson momentarily.
Mihaljevic throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Dickinson on the side of the head.
Mihaljevic getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nice body punch from Mihaljevic.
Mihaljevic is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Mihaljevic cracks Dickinson with a right hand to the side of the head.
Dickinson gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Dickinson walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#ROC#Dickinson is rocked!
Mihaljevic cracks Dickinson with a big right hand that sees him stumbling back against the cage! Dickinson falls to his knees and Mihaljevic doesn't need a second invitatation - he rushes in and fires off several unanswered shots that force the referee to stop the fight! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Vedran Mihaljevic! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 18, 2021 |
#R1#
Mihaljevic lands a right hook to the body.
Sanford throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Mihaljevic.
Sanford takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Sanford throws a front kick aimed at Mihaljevic's knee but Mihaljevic avoids it well.
A left lands for Mihaljevic.
Mihaljevic blocks a head kick by Sanford.
Sanford throws a front kick aimed at Mihaljevic's knee but Mihaljevic avoids it well.
Mihaljevic misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sanford.
Sanford walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Mihaljevic clobbers Sanford with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Sanford connects with a solid leg kick.
Mihaljevic steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Sanford. That one must have hurt.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Mihaljevic crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Sanford - the referee stops the clock and Mihaljevic gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Sanford. Mihaljevic manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Sanford fails in his attempt to clinch.
Mihaljevic comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Mihaljevic, as that shot connected.
Mihaljevic scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Mihaljevic checks a leg kick nicely.
Sanford swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Tiff Sanford seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Mihaljevic tests Sanford's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Mihaljevic goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.#T1#
A leg kick checked by Mihaljevic.
Sanford connects with a leg kick.
Mihaljevic lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Mihaljevic scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Mihaljevic throws the left hand but Sanford avoids the punch easily.
Mihaljevic lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#ROC#Sanford is rocked!
Mihaljevic lands with a massive overhand right! Stick a fork in Sanford - he's out cold! Ermm... I think I just mixed my metaphors but yeah... That was a nice KO! Big win for Mihaljevic!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Vedran Mihaljevic! |
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