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Event:
GC 468: King VS King
Date: Dec 03, 2022 |
#R1#
Matthews fails with a takedown attempt.
Kujawski avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Kujawski throws a series of punches but Matthews moves out of range. #CL#
Matthews moves into the clinch.#TD2#
Kujawski has clasped his hands together around Matthews's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
Kujawski tries to advance to mount but Matthews denies him.
Matthews manages to work his way to half guard, despite Kujawski's best efforts.
Kujawski trying to pass the guard but Matthews defending well.
Matthews wants to improve his position but Kujawski is controlling well.
Matthews is not content to let Kujawski control the position.#T1#
Matthews wants to improve his position but Kujawski is controlling well.
Matthews makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Matthews.#SUB#
Kujawski got a little sloppy there for a moment and Matthews has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Kujawski has managed to get both his arms back between Matthews's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Kujawski avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Kujawski is pushing down on Matthews's leg trying to pass to half guard. Matthews is fighting to maintain full guard but Kujawski has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB2#
Kujawski is looking for a kimura but Matthews is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Kujawski to get the leverage.
Kujawski is looking to stall here but Matthews recovers full guard. #SUB#
Matthews is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2##SUB#
Matthews looking for a guillotine here but Kujawski defends easily.
Kujawski sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Matthews's guard. #SUB#
Matthews looking for submissions off his back.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kujawski is looking to pass Matthews's guard but actually Matthews recovers to full guard.
Kujawski tries to free his leg and advance position but Matthews is retaining full guard. #T3##SUB#
Matthews is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Kujawski is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Kujawski is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Matthews is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Matthews has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR#
Matthews lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#SUB2#
Kujawski escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Matthews gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Matthews is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Kujawski is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Kujawski has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB##SUB#
Matthews looking for a guillotine here but Kujawski defends easily.
#T4##SUB#
Matthews has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Kujawski can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Kujawski wants to control from the top but Matthews keeps moving.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kujawski looking to sit in guard and control but Matthews gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR##SUB#
Matthews drops back looking for a leg! Kujawski is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Kujawski manages to kick Matthews off! Matthews jumps back into Kujawski's guard.
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 Johnny Matthews will probably get the nod.
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#
Kujawski scores with a punch to the head.
Kujawski lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Matthews tries to score a power double leg takedown but Kujawski sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Matthews somewhat.
Matthews misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Matthews takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Horrible takedown attempt by Matthews or perhaps it was just good defense by Kujawski, which made it look bad.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Johnny Matthews. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kujawski throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Matthews shoots in for a takedown but Kujawski shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Kujawski punishes Matthews's body with a nice straight punch.
Some wild striking there from Kujawski.
Matthews swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Kujawski jabs Matthews right on the nose. Matthews blinks but takes it well.
Veigar Kujawski seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T1#
Kujawski smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#TD#
Matthews gets the takedown into side control.
Kujawski is looking for a sweep.
Matthews scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Kujawski to see if he's OK.
Kujawski struggling a bit here.
Kujawski takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.#SUB#
Matthews goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Kujawski has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Matthews but great work by Kujawski.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Matthews manages to work his way to half guard, despite Kujawski's best efforts.#SUB2#
Kujawski is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB2#
Kujawski looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
#SUB2#
Kujawski is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#T2#
Kujawski passes to full mount!
Kujawski wants to control the pace but Matthews is squirming around nicely. #T3#
Matthews regains half guard.#SUB2#
Kujawski is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB2#
Kujawski is looking for a kimura but Matthews is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Kujawski to get the leverage.
Kujawski is pressing down on Matthews's thigh, looking to free his foot. Matthews is holding on for now. #SUB2#
Kujawski is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Matthews doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Kujawski. #SUB#
Matthews looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB#
Matthews looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Kujawski wants to lay and pray for a moment but Matthews keeps working. #SUB2#
Kujawski is working for a kimura but Matthews is defending it quite comfortably.
Matthews tries to get to full guard but Kujawski has control of the leg.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Veigar Kujawski 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#
Matthews displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kujawski throws out the jab.
Matthews throws an overhand right that lands on Kujawski's shoulder, as Kujawski tries to avoid the shot.
Kujawski lands a jab to the head.
Matthews has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Kujawski finds it's way round the side to connect with Matthews's head.
Kujawski lands with an overhand left.
Matthews looks to land a combination but Kujawski avoids it well. #TD#
Matthews shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Matthews was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Kujawski explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Matthews defending well as Kujawski loads up on a big left hand.
Kujawski staying out of range there.
Kujawski swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Matthews.
Matthews tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Kujawski defends well and Matthews ends up having to push Kujawski into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.#BC2#
Kujawski manages to break the clinch.
Horrible takedown attempt by Matthews or perhaps it was just good defense by Kujawski, which made it look bad.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Johnny Matthews. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL#
Matthews clinches with his opponent.
#T1#
Kujawski has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.#TD2#
Kujawski gets a trip takedown into half guard.#SUB2#
Kujawski seems to be working for a kimura but Matthews defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Kujawski is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Matthews has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
Kujawski wants to work for an arm triangle but Matthews is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Kujawski working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Matthews's thigh. Matthews counters though and makes it back to full guard. #SUB#
Kujawski avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#T2#
Kujawski stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Matthews swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Kujawski avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Kujawski tries to free his leg and advance position but Matthews is retaining full guard.
Kujawski passes Matthews's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Kujawski trying to control from half guard but Matthews is working away. #T3##SUB#
Matthews looking for submissions off his back.
Kujawski trying to control from half guard but Matthews is working away.
Kujawski is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Kujawski is trying to control the action in half guard but Matthews is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Matthews moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Kujawski looking to sit in guard and control but Matthews gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR##T4##SUB2#
Kujawski is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Matthews works over Kujawski with some ground and pound from guard.#SUB#
Matthews 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. #SUB#
Matthews drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Kujawski dives on top into guard.#REVB#
Kujawski tries to free his leg and advance position but Matthews is retaining full guard.
Kujawski trying to control but Matthews is working from the bottom.
Kujawski trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Matthews manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVR#
And that's the end of the fight!
Veigar Kujawski comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Kujawski has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 28:29
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 28:29
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Veigar Kujawski! |
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Event:
CWC 329 - Tokyo
Date: Nov 06, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 17 wins and 27 losses; Ruben Gracie! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 1 losses; Johnny Matthews!
The judges for this bout are Ren Mimura, Shigeki Fujiwara and Yukihiro Shimada.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Matthews dives in for a single leg takedown but Gracie sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Matthews looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Gracie is fending him off so far but Matthews persists. Nope, Gracie circles away and we're back to standing.#CL2#
Matthews gets a clinch.
Matthews has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Gracie avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Ruben Gracie has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Johnny Matthews.#TD#
Gracie gets a nice trip takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Gracie (2) vs (0) Matthews
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gracie is trying to control. Matthews wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB#
Gracie is working for a kimura but Matthews is defending it quite comfortably.
Matthews wants to improve his position but Gracie is controlling well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Matthews actively working from the bottom here.#T1##SUB#
Gracie is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Matthews doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Gracie.
Matthews gets back to full guard.
#SUB2#
Matthews is looking for a triangle here but Gracie uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Gracie (5) vs (0) Matthews#T2#
Gracie tries to move into full mount but can't pass Matthews's legs. #SUB#
Gracie tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Gracie has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Matthews tries to bench press Gracie off him but Gracie keeps the position. #T3#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Matthews felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Matthews is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Gracie wants to pass to mount but Matthews is defending the position. #T4##SUB#
Gracie is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Matthews has managed to free his arm - good work.
Matthews tries to roll over but Gracie keeps him under control.#SUB#
Gracie looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Matthews gets full guard.#T5#
Gracie sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Matthews's guard. #SUB2#
Matthews actively working from the bottom here.
We've been hearing good reports from Gracie's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Gracie wants to take a breather but Matthews is having none of it.
Gracie slows the pace down in half guard. #SUB#
Gracie is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#T6#
Gracie prevents Matthews from improving his position.
Gracie is looking to stall here but Matthews recovers full guard. #T7#
Matthews looking for a sweep. Not yet Matthews, not yet. #SUB2#
Matthews has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Gracie can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Gracie drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Matthews dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gracie (5) vs (2) Matthews
Gracie controls Matthews momentarily but Matthews frees himself. #SUB#
Matthews got a little sloppy there for a moment and Gracie has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Matthews has managed to get both his arms back between Gracie's legs - danger averted.#T8#
Matthews tries to free his leg and advance position but Gracie is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Matthews drops back looking for a leg! Gracie is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Gracie manages to kick Matthews off! Matthews jumps back into Gracie's guard.
Gracie wants to sweep but no luck.
Matthews looking to pass the guard.
Matthews forces his way into half guard.#T9##SUB2#
Matthews is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Gracie won't allow Matthews to pass to mount. #SUB2#
Matthews is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Gracie is just riding it out for now. Matthews eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
Matthews is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB2#
Matthews is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Gracie sees it coming and defends easily.#T10##SUB2#
Matthews is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Gracie trying to control but Matthews postures up.
#SUB2#
Matthews is working for a submission of some sort.
Gracie wants to control but Matthews is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB2#
Matthews is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Gracie has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Matthews is working away from the top position though.#T11##SUB2#
Matthews is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Gracie is just riding it out for now. Matthews eventually gives up the hold.
Matthews tries to pass to full mount but Gracie defends it. #SUB2#
Matthews is working for a kimura but Gracie is defending it quite comfortably.
Gracie is looking to control Matthews's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Gracie avoid being mounted?#SUB2#
Matthews is looking for a kimura here.
#T12##SUB2#
Matthews wants to work for an arm triangle but Gracie is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB2#
Matthews is trying to work for a kimura but Gracie is defending well.
#SUB2#
Matthews is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB2#
Matthews is trying to work for a kimura but Gracie is defending well.
#SUB2#
Matthews is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Gracie defends it well. #T13#
Gracie is looking for a sweep. Matthews is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Gracie is looking to control Matthews's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Gracie avoid being mounted?#SUB2#
Matthews is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Gracie wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Matthews is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Gracie has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
Matthews is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Gracie doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Matthews. #T14#
Gracie wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Matthews is trying to work for a kimura but Gracie is defending well.
The fighters are battling for position here. Gracie manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Matthews wants to pass the guard but Gracie is keeping the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Gracie working for a triangle but Matthews defends it easily.
Matthews looking to pass the guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Gracie takes the fight on points by 5 to 2.
Our winner, Ruben Gracie, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
CWC Fight Night 7
Date: Nov 02, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Jon Fred! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; Johnny Matthews!
The judges for this bout are Hirohito Nitta, Shirou Masuda and Ren Mimura.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL2#
Matthews has Fred up against the cage in a clinch.
#TD#
Fred has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Matthews regains guard immediately. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Fred (2) vs (0) Matthews#SUB2#
Matthews looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Fred trying to control the position from guard on top but Matthews is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Matthews is looking for a triangle but Fred pushes his legs off easily.
Fred pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Matthews is keeping the position for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fred wants to control from the top but Matthews keeps moving.
Fred trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Fred is pushing down on Matthews's leg trying to pass to half guard. Matthews is fighting to maintain full guard but Fred has managed to sneak the leg through.#T1#
Fred trying to control the action but Matthews is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Fred is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Matthews sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB#
Fred is working for a submission of some sort.
Fred stalling away here and it's allowed Matthews to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Matthews working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Fred doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Matthews is tightening it up a little... Fred has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Fred reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Fred taps out! Nice BJJ there by Matthews!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Johnny Matthews! |
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Event:
CWC 327 - Prelims
Date: Oct 23, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Johnny Matthews! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 5 losses; Kaz McStafferson!
The judges for this bout are Alexandre Firmino, Emerson Jorge and Seu Braga.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Matthews closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Matthews (2) vs (0) McStafferson#SUB#
Matthews seems to be looking for submissions.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
McStafferson actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
McStafferson looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Matthews is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB2#
McStafferson actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Matthews is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB#
Matthews is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so McStafferson is just riding it out for now. Matthews eventually gives up the hold.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McStafferson is looking to improve his position.
#T1##SUB#
Matthews is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB2#
McStafferson looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Matthews will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB2#
McStafferson actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Matthews seems to be working for a kimura but McStafferson defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
McStafferson actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
McStafferson looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Matthews is trying to work for a kimura but McStafferson is defending well.
#SUB#
Matthews is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. McStafferson doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Matthews. #T2#
Matthews frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Matthews (5) vs (0) McStafferson#SUB#
McStafferson defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Matthews.
Matthews wants to take his opponent's back but McStafferson doesn't allow it.
Matthews prevents McStafferson from getting the reversal.
McStafferson regains half guard.#SUB#
Matthews is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and McStafferson defends it well. #SUB#
Matthews is sneakily working for an arm triangle but McStafferson sees it coming and defends easily.#T3##SUB2#
McStafferson is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Matthews pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
McStafferson looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
McStafferson looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Matthews looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
#SUB#
Matthews wants to work for an arm triangle but McStafferson is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Matthews is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. McStafferson doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Matthews. #SUB2#
McStafferson is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Matthews pulls his head out easily. #T4##SUB2#
McStafferson is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Matthews pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
McStafferson is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Matthews pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Matthews is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so McStafferson is just riding it out for now. Matthews eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Matthews is trying to work for a kimura but McStafferson is defending well.
McStafferson gets back to full guard.
#SUB2#
McStafferson throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB2#
McStafferson is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Matthews rolls with it to try and escape but McStafferson cranks on the arm and Matthews is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Kaz McStafferson! |
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Event:
CWC Fight Night 2
Date: Sep 20, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 14 losses; Vito Scaletta! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Johnny Matthews!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Cesar, Emerson Jorge and Paulo Santos.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Matthews shoots for a double leg takedown but Scaletta sprawls well. He's pushed Matthews's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Matthews looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Scaletta is fending him off so far but Matthews persists. Nope, Scaletta circles away and we're back to standing.#CL#
Scaletta takes the fight into the clinch. #TD#
Scaletta turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Scaletta manages to end up in side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Scaletta (4) vs (0) Matthews
Matthews is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Scaletta is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB2#
Matthews looking for submissions off his back.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Matthews tries to roll over but Scaletta keeps him under control.#T1#
Scaletta trying to pass the guard but Matthews defending well.
Scaletta is trying to control. Matthews wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Matthews wants to get back to full guard.
Scaletta wants to pass the guard but Matthews is defending well.
Scaletta wants to lay and pray for a moment but Matthews keeps working. #SUB#
Scaletta is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T2#
Matthews is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Scaletta with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Matthews wants to improve his position but Scaletta is controlling well.
We've been hearing good reports from Scaletta's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Matthews is refusing to be controlled, as Scaletta sits in half guard.
Still in half guard, Scaletta seems content to control.#T3#
Matthews gets back to full guard.
Scaletta seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Matthews wants to sweep but no luck.
Scaletta is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Scaletta trying to control the position from guard on top but Matthews is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Scaletta controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T4##SUB2#
Matthews has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Scaletta can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Scaletta looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Matthews looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB2#
Scaletta avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Scaletta wants to control from the top but Matthews keeps moving. #T5##SUB2#
Matthews has his foot on Scaletta's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Scaletta works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Matthews working for a triangle but Scaletta defends it easily.
#SUB#
Scaletta 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. #T6#
Scaletta wants to control from the top but Matthews keeps moving.
Scaletta controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Matthews keeping moving, preventing Scaletta from controlling successfully.
Matthews is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Scaletta (4) vs (2) Matthews
Scaletta manages to get to full guard.
Matthews wants to pass the guard but Scaletta is keeping the position.#T7##SUB2#
Matthews drops back, looking for a kneebar! Scaletta looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Scaletta looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Scaletta! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Scaletta (8) vs (2) Matthews
Scaletta wants to lay and pray for a moment but Matthews keeps working.
Matthews manages to work his way to half guard, despite Scaletta's best efforts.
Matthews felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Scaletta wants to lay and pray for a moment but Matthews keeps working.
Matthews is pressing down on Scaletta's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T8##SUB2#
Matthews is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Scaletta is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Scaletta is posturing up here but Matthews has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Scaletta tries to roll out but it's too tight and Scaletta has to tap! Slick submission there by Matthews!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 8:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Johnny Matthews! |
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Event:
CWC 321 - Prelims
Date: Sep 11, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Vasiliy Kulik! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Johnny Matthews!
The judges for this bout are Thiago Cunha, Paulo Santos and Daniel Cesar.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Kulik clinches with his opponent.
Matthews drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Kulik gets the underhooks and prevents it.
#TD#
Kulik has hold of one of Matthews's legs. Matthews is fighting the takedown attempt but Kulik gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Kulik (2) vs (0) Matthews
Kulik wants to control from the top but Matthews keeps moving. #SUB2#
Matthews is looking for a triangle but Kulik pushes his legs off easily.
Kulik pushing down on Matthews's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Matthews tries to roll over but Kulik keeps him under control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kulik tries to pass to full mount but Matthews defends it.
Kulik is controlling the pace.
We've been hearing good reports from Kulik's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#SUB#
Matthews is defending against the submission attempts here by Kulik.
Matthews has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.#T1#
Kulik is trying to control the action in half guard but Matthews is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB#
Kulik is trying to work for a kimura but Matthews is defending well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Kulik looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Matthews is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T2#
Matthews is not content to let Kulik control the position.
Kulik keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Matthews is not content to let Kulik control the position.#SUB#
Matthews is defending against the submission attempts here by Kulik.
#T3#
Kulik trying to control the action but Matthews is working from the bottom.
Matthews slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Matthews looking for a sweep. Not yet Matthews, not yet.
Matthews can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Kulik controls the pace.
Matthews keeping full guard, as Kulik tries to pass. #SUB2#
Matthews looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Kulik really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Kulik sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T4#
Kulik trying to control the position from guard on top but Matthews is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Matthews escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Kulik gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Kulik stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Matthews swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Kulik wants to control from the top but Matthews keeps moving. #T5#
Kulik advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Kulik (5) vs (0) Matthews
Kulik wants to lay and pray for a moment but Matthews keeps working.
Kulik works to advance to full mount. Matthews defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. Score +2 for reaching mount: Kulik (7) vs (0) Matthews#SUB#
Kulik working for a submission but Matthews is keeping him at bay.
Kulik takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#SUB#
Kulik is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Matthews is surviving well by controlling Kulik's body position as best he can.
Kulik trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T6#
Kulik prevents Matthews from getting the reversal.
Matthews is squirming around, avoiding Kulik's attempts to control the action.
Kulik controlling the pace for now.
Kulik will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Matthews regains half guard.#SUB#
Kulik is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB#
Kulik is working for a kimura here but Matthews manages to reverse the position and he's now in Kulik's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kulik (7) vs (2) Matthews#T7##SUB2#
Matthews 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. #SUB#
Kulik escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Matthews gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Kulik wants to sweep but no luck.
Matthews tries to free his leg and advance position but Kulik is retaining full guard.
Kulik tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Kulik is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Matthews defends well.#SUB2#
Matthews drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Matthews jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Matthews slips nicely into half guard.#T8##SUB#
Kulik looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Matthews is trying to work for a kimura but Kulik is defending well.
Kulik wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Matthews is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Kulik is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Matthews seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
Matthews is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Kulik has managed to free his arm - good work. #T9#
Kulik is looking to improve his position.
Kulik is trying to control but can't.
#SUB2#
Matthews is trying to work for a kimura but Kulik is defending well.
#SUB2#
Matthews is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Kulik wants to control but Matthews is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB#
Kulik is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Matthews pulls his head out easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Matthews is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#T10#
Kulik is trying to get back to full guard.
Kulik manages to get to full guard.
Matthews must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Matthews wants to pass the guard but Kulik is keeping the position.
Matthews passes into half guard. #SUB2#
Kulik is defending against the submission attempts here by Matthews.
#SUB2#
Matthews is trying to work for a kimura but Kulik is defending well.
#T11#
Kulik moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Kulik is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kulik (9) vs (2) Matthews
Matthews is not content to let Kulik control the position.
Matthews moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Kulik passes Matthews's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Kulik trying to advance position but Matthews counters by regaining guard.
Kulik trying to control the position from guard on top but Matthews is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T12#
Kulik preventing the sweep.
Kulik slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Kulik (12) vs (2) Matthews
Kulik wants to lay and pray for a moment but Matthews keeps working.
Matthews manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kulik (12) vs (4) Matthews#SUB#
Kulik looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Matthews is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Kulik sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Matthews is working for a submission here. He's got hold of the far side arm and he's looking for a kimura. He's cranking on the arm and he's got it! Kulik is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 13:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Johnny Matthews! |
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Event:
Bellicose 127
Date: Jul 31, 2022 |
#R1#
Matthews fails with the takedown
enabling Satonaka to counter with a crisp jab.
Matthews fails with a takedown attempt.
Satonaka was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Matthews loads up on a big right hand but Satonaka slips the punch.
Matthews gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Satonaka counters with a straight that turns Matthews's legs to rubber! Satonaka pushes forward with more strikes and Matthews goes down, battered and bloody! That's a wrap folks!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Chie Satonaka!
After winning the bout, Chie Satonaka thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
Bellicose 114
Date: Jun 25, 2022 |
#R1#
Matthews moves to clinch but Summers breaks away
and Summers counters with a stiff right hand.
Matthews fails to land the takedown.
Summers throwing a counter right hand but Matthews manages to avoid it.
Jab by Summers.#TD2#
Matthews dives in and scores a takedown into Summers's guard.
Matthews throwing strikes but missing.
Summers trying to control the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Matthews tries to free his leg and advance position but Summers is retaining full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Matthews has gone for a leg lock! Summers slips out almost immediately though and dives into Matthews's guard.#REVR#
Matthews looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T1#
Summers wants to control from the top but Matthews keeps moving. #SUB2#
Matthews is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Matthews has his foot on Summers's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Summers works his way back into a safe position though.
Summers definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Summers wants to control from the top but Matthews keeps moving. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Summers slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Matthews is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Summers is one step ahead and moves to full mount!
Summers content just to control the position here.
Summers tries to control but Matthews wriggling away.
Matthews is looking to get to half guard.#T3#
Summers sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Matthews slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Summers trying to pass the guard but Matthews defending well.
Summers stops Matthews from getting back to his feet.
#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Summers is controlling the pace.
Matthews tries to get to full guard but Summers has control of the leg.
Summers looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Matthews tries to close the distance and clinch up but Summers swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Summers swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Matthews.#TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Matthews.
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 Samuel Summers will probably get the nod.
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#
Matthews shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Summers as he avoids it easily.
Matthews gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Summers scores with a counter punch that sends Matthews to the canvas! Summers smells blood - he's punishing Matthews with more strikes and the ref has stopped it! Matthews has no idea where he is - he's tackled the ref... oh dear, poor guy, the crowd is in hysterics!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:09 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Samuel Summers!
An out of breath Samuel Summers thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
Bellicose 103
Date: May 28, 2022 |
#R1#
Matthews lunges at Anisimov with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Anisimov's hand.
Matthews dives in for a single leg takedown but Anisimov sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.#TD#
Anisimov drives through with a takedown into Matthews's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Anisimov connects with a couple of short punches.
Matthews preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Anisimov won't allow Matthews to get back to his feet.
Anisimov throwing strikes from guard but Matthews blocks nicely.
Anisimov loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #SUB2#
Matthews has his foot on Anisimov's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Anisimov works his way back into a safe position though.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Anisimov accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #SUB2#
Matthews working for a triangle but Anisimov defends it easily.
Anisimov stopping the sweep attempt from Matthews.
Anisimov throwing strikes but missing.
Anisimov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T1#
Anisimov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Matthews avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Anisimov has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Matthews has his foot on Anisimov's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Anisimov works his way back into a safe position though.
Anisimov postures up in Matthews's guard and throws a big left but Matthews blocks it. #SUB2#
Anisimov avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Anisimov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Anisimov loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #SUB2#
Anisimov throws a sloppy strike and Matthews has hooked up an armbar on the loose arm! He's turned and extended fully! Anisimov is forced to tap! Great BJJ from Matthews!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Johnny Matthews! |
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Event:
Bellicose 90
Date: May 01, 2022 |
#R1##TD#
Matthews closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Santa Perez to the mat! Santa Perez manages to get full guard.
Matthews tries to free his leg and advance position but Santa Perez is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Matthews thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Santa Perez can't keep his opponent in guard - Matthews advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Matthews winds up and cracks Santa Perez with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #SUB#
Matthews is looking for a kimura here.
Santa Perez trying to control but Matthews postures up.
Santa Perez wants to get back to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Santa Perez looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Matthews is trying to work for a kimura but Santa Perez is defending well.
#SUB#
Matthews is trying to work for a kimura but Santa Perez is defending well.
#T1##SUB#
Matthews seems to be working for a kimura but Santa Perez defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Santa Perez is defending against the submission attempts here by Matthews.
#SUB#
Matthews is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Santa Perez doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Matthews.
Santa Perez tries to roll over but Matthews keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Santa Perez looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.#SUB#
Matthews is trying to work for a kimura but Santa Perez is defending well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Matthews is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Matthews thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Santa Perez's head. #SUB#
Matthews is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB#
Matthews seems to be working for a kimura but Santa Perez defends the submission attempt.
Santa Perez makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Santa Perez.
Matthews throwing strikes but missing. #T3##SUB2#
Santa Perez is looking for a triangle but Matthews pushes his legs off easily.
Matthews makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#SUB2#
Santa Perez is looking for a triangle but Matthews pushes his legs off easily.
Matthews with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#SUB2#
Santa Perez looking for a guillotine here but Matthews defends easily.
#SUB#
Matthews drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Matthews jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Matthews working some strikes from top position.#SUB2#
Santa Perez looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Matthews's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #T4##SUB2#
Santa Perez looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB2#
Santa Perez escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Matthews gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Matthews advances position into side control!#SUB#
Matthews goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Santa Perez has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Matthews but great work by Santa Perez.
Santa Perez moves into full mount!
Santa Perez tries to control but Matthews wriggling away.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Matthews regains half guard.
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!
Matthews slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Johnny Matthews dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Matthews with a lazy takedown attempt
and Santa Perez counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Matthews with a poor takedown
and Santa Perez counters with a straight punch to the midsection.#TD#
Matthews fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Santa Perez to the ground. Matthews is now in Santa Perez's guard.#SUB2#
Matthews has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Santa Perez to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Matthews is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Santa Perez pulls down on the head and he's put Matthews to sleep! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:32 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Jorge Santa Perez!
After winning the bout, Jorge Santa Perez thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
Bellicose 83
Date: Mar 26, 2022 |
#R1#
Matthews tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Odimabesser counters with a nice uppercut.
Odimabesser misses with an uppercut.
Odimabesser displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Matthews.
Matthews shoots and misses
and Matthews takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Matthews tries for a takedown but Odimabesser circles away easily
and Odimabesser counters with a huge left! Matthews is in big trouble! He's backing up but Odimabesser isn't giving him chance to recover. Under a barage of punches the ref has to step in to save Matthews from any more damage. A dominating finish by Odimabesser!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Kanud Odimabesser!
After winning the bout, Kanud Odimabesser thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
Covington vs Boonliang
Date: Feb 26, 2022 |
#R1#
A jab from Sojka does it's job there.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#TD#
Sojka is fighting off a takedown attempt but Matthews is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Sojka to the mat. Sojka regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.#SUB#
Matthews drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Matthews jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Matthews pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Sojka is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Matthews drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Matthews jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Sojka looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Sojka really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Matthews. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Matthews 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. #SUB#
Matthews 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.
Sojka avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #T1##SUB#
Matthews drops back, looking for a kneebar! Sojka looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Sojka looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Sojka! #REVB#
Matthews sneaks back into half guard.
Sojka wants to stand up but Matthews manages to regain full guard. #SUB#
Matthews has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Sojka should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Matthews has tightened it up now! Sojka should have reacted faster there - he's in big trouble and yes, he's tapped out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Johnny Matthews! |
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Event:
Bellicose - Backman vs Matthew
Date: Jan 29, 2022 |
#R1#
A low kick lands for Backman.
Matthews scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.#TD#
Backman drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Backman trying to control the position but Matthews is working away.
Matthews is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Backman off and has taken his back!
Backman tries to escape the position.
#SUB2#
Matthews is looking for the choke from the back position but Backman is controlling his hands well.
My spies in LET Gym inform me that Matthews has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Matthews is trying to stick to Backman's back but Backman is turning into Matthews. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Matthews's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Backman.
Backman sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Matthews's guard.
Backman is keen to just control but Matthews is a slippery customer.
Matthews is looking for a sweep. Backman is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Backman is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Matthews doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Backman.
Backman wants to pass the guard but Matthews is defending well. #T1#
Backman seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Matthews does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Backman is looking to advance position but Matthews won't allow it.
Backman is trying to control. Matthews wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Backman moves nicely into side control.
Matthews is looking to regain half guard here but Backman keeps moving and retains side control.
Backman passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Matthews!
Matthews is trying to escape the mount.
#T2#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Matthews keeps trying to improve his position.
Backman controlling the position easily from mount.
Backman tries to control but Matthews wriggling away.
Matthews can't escape the position.
Backman lands a nice shot to the head.
Backman lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Matthews is looking to get to half guard.
Matthews bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Matthews postures up and lands a big shot to Backman's brow. #SUB#
Backman throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Matthews with a flurry of punches that miss. #SUB2#
Matthews drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Backman manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Matthews has Backman in his guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Matthews is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Backman is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Matthews looking for a guillotine here but Backman defends easily.
#SUB2#
Matthews looking for a guillotine here but Backman defends easily.
#T4#
Backman pushing down on Matthews's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Matthews is trying to get back to full guard.
Backman trying to mount his opponent but Matthews defends it.
Matthews gets full guard.
Backman looking to pass the guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Matthews escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Backman gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Backman stands and throws Matthews's legs to the side, diving into side control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mickey Backman dominated that round.
That's time! Backman's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Matthews tries for a takedown but Backman sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Johnny Matthews seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Backman throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Matthews feints the counter takedown.
Matthews shoots for a takedown but Backman saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Backman feinted with a counter takedown.
Matthews takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Matthews blocks a leg kick.
Matthews misses with a takedown attempt - Backman sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Mickey Backman has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Johnny Matthews.
Crunch! Backman slams his shin into Matthews's torso.
Matthews goes for a double leg but Backman avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Backman continues to drive forward.
Matthews tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Backman swivels and escapes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Matthews fails with the takedown.
Matthews is breathing heavily.
Backman avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Backman looks to land a body kick but Matthews moved away.
A shot to the liver by Matthews. Beautiful body shot.#T1#
Matthews shoots for a double leg takedown but Backman sprawls well. He's pushed Matthews's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Backman takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
A nice leg kick from Backman, right into the meat of the thigh.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Matthews.
Matthews shoots in for a takedown but Backman shows good takedown defense.
That kick from Backman tenderised Matthews's leg. Matthews is trying to keep his angry face on.
Backman tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Matthews shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Backman defends it nicely.
Backman throws a body kick that misses. #TD#
Backman gets a takedown into half guard.
Matthews wants to improve his position but Backman is controlling well.
#T2#
Backman trying to control from half guard but Matthews is working away.
Backman has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Backman punishing his opponent with strikes. #ROC#Matthews is rocked!
Backman unloads with some vicious shots from mount and Matthews wants out - he looks towards the referee who steps in to save him! Backman celebrates on the cage and the crowd goes wild!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:52 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mickey Backman!
Mickey Backman took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Barry Bonds Performance Enhancers $120 3 160Q for their support in the buildup to the fight. |
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Event:
Bellicose - Goon vs Bors
Date: Dec 31, 2021 |
#R1#
Matthews tries to clinch up
and Lightspeed counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Matthews is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Matthews shoots in for a takedown but Lightspeed shows good takedown defense.
Matthews tries to clinch but Lightspeed is having none of it. #TD#
Matthews shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Matthews is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Lightspeed is just riding it out for now. Matthews eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Matthews is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lightspeed keeping control of the position. #SUB#
Matthews is working for a submission of some sort.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Matthews is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Lightspeed is just riding it out for now. Matthews eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Matthews seems to be working for a kimura but Lightspeed defends the submission attempt.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB#
Lightspeed is defending against the submission attempts here by Matthews.
#SUB#
Matthews wants to work for an arm triangle but Lightspeed is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Lightspeed is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Matthews is looking for a kimura but Lightspeed is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Matthews to get the leverage. #SUB#
Matthews is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Lightspeed is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T3##SUB#
Matthews is trying for a kimura here. Lightspeed looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Matthews wins by kimura!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Johnny Matthews! |
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Event:
Bellicose - Wellstone vs Smiff
Date: Dec 11, 2021 |
#R1#
Matthews shoots for a double leg takedown but Romero sprawls well. He's pushed Matthews's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Matthews moves out of range of the strikes.
Matthews shoots in for a takedown but Romero shows good takedown defense.
Matthews dives in and grabs Romero 's left leg, looking for a takedown. Romero pushes down on Matthews's head and hops out.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Johnny Matthews. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Matthews closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Romero did well to prevent Matthews getting side control.
Romero keeps control of the position for the meantime. #SUB#
Matthews seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Matthews looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Romero is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T1##SUB#
Matthews is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB#
Matthews is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB#
Matthews is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB#
Romero makes his way to full guard, as Matthews worked for a kimura.
Matthews working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Romero wants to sweep here but Matthews controlling him for the moment.
Matthews wants to pass the guard but Romero is keeping the position.
Matthews working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Romero wants to sweep here but Matthews controlling him for the moment.
Romero is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Matthews pushing down on Romero 's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB#
Matthews is trying to work for a kimura but Romero is defending well.
#SUB#
Matthews is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#T3##SUB#
Matthews is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Matthews works his way into side control. #SUB#
Matthews looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB#
Matthews tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Matthews has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB#
Matthews is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Romero has escaped the position, nice work there. #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.#SUB#
Matthews is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Romero knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Matthews tries to land with some ground and pound but misses. #SUB#
Matthews goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Romero has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Matthews but great work by Romero .
Romero takes a little break here. Matthews wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Matthews is looking for a sweep.
Romero controls the position from side control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Johnny Matthews dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Romero throws a hook but Matthews avoids it easily.
Romero stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Romero wants it to stay on the feet.
Romero scores with a body shot.
#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Matthews. #SUB#
Matthews goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Romero has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Matthews but great work by Romero .
Johnny Matthews overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Matthews is trying to escape the position but Romero is controlling the position.
Matthews tries to bench press Romero off him but Romero keeps the position. #T1#
Matthews seems a little lost for a moment, as Romero dominates the positioning.
Matthews is looking for a sweep.
Matthews seems a little lost for a moment, as Romero dominates the positioning.
Matthews tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Romero wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
The referee asks Romero politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Romero prefers to stall for the moment though.
Matthews is trying to get back to his feet.
Romero controls the position from side control.
Matthews prevents Romero from improving position.
You can see the frustration on Matthews's face as Romero controls the position. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Romero fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Matthews manages to avoid it.
Rock Romero is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Romero scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Romero connects with a body shot that sends Matthews's belly button to the back.
Matthews misses with a takedown attempt - Romero sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Matthews shoots in and drives through. Romero sprawls well.
Romero appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Johnny Matthews. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A left lands for Romero .
Matthews takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Romero lands a slapping body shot.
Matthews looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Matthews has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Matthews there as he acknowledges the shot.
Romero scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.#ROC2#Matthews is rocked!
Romero has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Rock Romero seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Matthews leaves his chin hanging out and Romero seizes the opportunity with an uppercut! Matthews crumbles to the floor in a heap! The referee steps in and tends to the downed fighter! What a knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Rock Romero !
After winning the bout, Rock Romero thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
Bellicose - Ike vs Kai
Date: Nov 06, 2021 |
#R1#
Berzina moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Berzina wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Berzina throws a shot to the body.
Matthews shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Berzina as he jumps to the side.
Matthews seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Matthews misses with a takedown attempt - Berzina sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#CL#
Matthews moves into the clinch.
Berzina lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Matthews has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Berzina avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Johnny Matthews. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Matthews has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Berzina after a bit of a struggle.
Matthews drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Berzina can't break the clinch.
#T1#
Berzina blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.#TD#
Matthews has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Berzina clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
Berzina tries to break free.
#SUB#
Matthews has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Berzina has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
#SUB#
Berzina fending off the submission attempt from Matthews. #SUB#
Matthews is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
#T2##SUB#
Matthews looking for the RNC.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Berzina trying to get back to his feet but Matthews is in full control for now. #SUB#
Matthews patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Berzina really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Matthews. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Berzina trying to get back to his feet but Matthews is in full control for now. #SUB#
Matthews is cranking Berzina's head sideways - that looks painful. He's managed to get his other arm under the chin and this looks bad for Berzina! He's tightened the choke and Berzina is tapping out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Johnny Matthews! |
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Event:
NYCL Fight Night (6)
Date: Sep 29, 2021 |
#R1#
Dionisio Cabrera Netros tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A nice leg kick from Dionisio Cabrera Netros, right into the meat of the thigh.
Dionisio Cabrera Netros throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Dionisio Cabrera Netros scores with the left hand. Matthews knows he should have avoided that one.
Matthews waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Dionisio Cabrera Netros.
Matthews ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#TD2#
Matthews closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Dionisio Cabrera Netros is trying to escape and get back to his feet.#SUB2#
Matthews thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB2#
Matthews is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Dionisio Cabrera Netros is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB2#
Matthews in side control, working for a kimura. He's got hold of an arm and he's torquing it... Dionisio Cabrera Netros is tapping! That's the end of the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Johnny Matthews! |
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Event:
SSSD 35: Trump/Fury
Date: Sep 11, 2021 |
#R1#
Matthews fails with a takedown attempt. #CL#
Tovington tries to keep at a distance but Matthews has taken the fight into the clinch.
Tovington is trying to push Matthews away but Matthews has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Matthews swings away with an uppercut that misses.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Matthews just misses with a elbow thrown towards Tovington's brow.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Matthews tries to score a body lock takedown but Tovington shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Tovington wants to break the clinch but can't.
Tovington blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#T1##TD#
Matthews has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Tovington clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
Matthews not allowing Tovington to control his hands.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Matthews is hanging on to Tovington's back as he tries to escape.
Tovington trying to control the position but Matthews manages to sink in the hooks. #SUB#
Matthews has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Tovington has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
#SUB#
Matthews working for the choke.
Tovington is in bad spot here.
Matthews is throwing strikes from the back here. Oh that last one was to the back of the head. Matthews gets a warning from the referee. He throws another strike to the back of the head straight away though and the referee has seen enough. He breaks up the two fighters and stands them back up. Matthews gets a real talking to here and is lucky not to get a point deducted. Matthews apologises and we restart here on the feet.
Matthews tries for a takedown but Tovington sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Johnny Matthews. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Tovington enables Matthews to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Tovington manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!#ES2#
Tovington manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
Matthews has been working on his balance at LET Gym, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Tovington.
Tovington is trying to break the clinch but Matthews is controlling him.
Matthews tries for a takedown. No joy.
Matthews looking for a takedown.
Matthews has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Tovington after a bit of a struggle.
Tovington tries to circle away but Matthews has him pinned against the cage.
Tovington prevents a takedown attempt there.
Matthews is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Tovington gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.#T3#
Matthews wants to take the fight to the mat but Tovington manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Matthews tries to score a body lock takedown but Tovington shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Tovington has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Matthews seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Tovington can turn it around.
Tovington is trying to break free.
Tovington is trying to break the clinch but Matthews is controlling him.
Matthews dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Tovington wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#TD#
Matthews gets a trip takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Matthews is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Matthews is working for a kimura but Tovington is defending it quite comfortably.
Tovington avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Matthews.
Matthews thows a huge punch but Tovington dodges it nicely.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tovington is trying to get back to full guard.
Matthews trying to mount his opponent but Tovington defends it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Johnny Matthews dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2##TD#
Matthews closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. #SUB#
Matthews is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB#
Matthews is looking for a kimura here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tovington has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Matthews is working away from the top position though.#SUB#
Matthews is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Matthews thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Matthews is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tovington can do to turn this around?
Matthews wants to pass to mount but Tovington is defending the position.
Matthews missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #T1##SUB#
Matthews is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Tovington has managed to free his arm - good work.
Matthews lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Matthews is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Tovington reverses the position - he's now on top in Matthews's guard.
Matthews keeping moving, preventing Tovington from controlling successfully.
Tovington looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Matthews looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T2#
Matthews being controlled here, momentarily. #SUB#
Matthews had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Tovington defends it easily.
Tovington controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Tovington must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Tovington is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #T3#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Tovington accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #SUB#
Matthews is looking for a triangle here but Tovington uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Tovington has knee on belly and moves into mount.
Matthews gets back to half guard.
Tovington controlling the pace.
Let's hope that Tovington has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#SUB#
Matthews looking for submissions off his back.#T4#
Tovington seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #SUB#
Matthews looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Matthews is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Tovington pulls his head out easily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Matthews is trying to stand.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Johnny Matthews dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Tovington scores with the left hand. Matthews knows he should have avoided that one.
Matthews shoots in for a takedown but Tovington shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Tovington.
Matthews tries to clinch up.
Tovington stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Tovington wants it to stay on the feet.
Matthews fails in his attempt to clinch.
Matthews takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Matthews moves into range and connects with a jab.
Matthews wants to clinch but Tovington slips to the side
letting Tovington counter with a right hand.
Matthews takes a swing at Tovington's ribcage but misses. #TD#
Matthews closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tovington is doing well to control the position and prevent Matthews from advancing to side control.
The fighters are battling for position here. Tovington manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Tovington keeping full guard, as Matthews tries to pass. #T1##SUB#
Matthews drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Tovington manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Matthews has Tovington in his guard.#REVB#
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Tovington controlling from the top position.
Tovington distracts Matthews with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#SUB#
Matthews had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Tovington defends it easily.
Tovington trying to control but Matthews is working from the bottom.
Johnny Matthews overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Tovington with a nice head shot there.
Tovington is stalling in the full guard.
Tovington stands up over Matthews, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Tovington with a nice head shot there.
Tovington distracts Matthews with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Tovington is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Tovington arches his back and unloads with a massive left and a right! Matthews's eyes roll back into his head, he's out cold! The ref dives in to stop the fight - wow, they were hard shots!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Tolby Tovington! |
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Event:
SSSD 30: Kirin vs Nwaoge
Date: Aug 07, 2021 |
#R1##TD#
Matthews fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Dasilva sprawls well initially but Matthews persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #SUB#
Matthews is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB#
Matthews is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Dasilva sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB#
Matthews is trying for a kimura here. Dasilva looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Matthews wins by kimura!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Johnny Matthews! |
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Event:
SSSD 28: Trump vs Shite
Date: Jul 24, 2021 |
#R1#
Matthews fails with a takedown attempt.#TD#
Matthews scores with a takedown into Mode's guard.
Matthews with a nice head shot there.
Matthews advances position into side control!
Mode defending against the ground and pound. #SUB#
Matthews has hold of Mode's arm here. He's working for an Americana. It looks like he might have it! Mode tries to escape but he's just digging himself in deeper - Matthews cranks the arm and Mode screams in pain! The ref makes a decision and ends the fight before the tap - no complains from Mode, who is just happy to have his arm attached to his body.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Johnny Matthews! |
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Event:
SSSD 24: Cartwright vs Asprin
Date: Jun 26, 2021 |
#R1##CL2#
Matthews moves into the clinch successfully.
Tucker wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Matthews has him pressed against the cage.#TD2#
Matthews tightens his grip and picks Tucker up, before dumping him to the ground. Tucker manages to land in guard.
Matthews pushing down on Tucker's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tucker tries to roll over but Matthews keeps him under control.
Matthews looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tucker is looking to improve his position.
#T1#
Tucker wants to stand back up but Matthews manages to pass into side control.
Tucker is looking for a sweep.
Matthews lands a few punches from side control.
Matthews working the ground and pound.
Matthews is staying tight to Tucker's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Tucker looks to move to half guard but instead Matthews has passed into mount! Damn!#T2#
Matthews working Tucker over with strikes here.
Tucker is in a horrible position here. Matthews smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
Tucker really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Matthews controlling his opponent.
It looks like Matthews might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Matthews is in the full mount, landing strikes. #T3#
Matthews controlling from mount. #SU2#
Matthews stands up from the dominant position. He obviously fancies his chances standing.
Tucker looks for a takedown but Matthews sprawls well.
Matthews displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Tucker.
Tucker closes the distance and clinches up with Matthews, looking for a takedown. Tucker pushes Matthews against the cage but Matthews circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Matthews looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Alex Tucker. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tucker shoots in and drives through. Matthews sprawls well.
Tucker tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Tucker tries to clinch #TD2#
and Matthews counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Tucker wants to stand back up but Matthews manages to pass into side control.
#T4##SU2#
Matthews has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
Matthews looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Tucker really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#CL2#
Matthews moves into range and clinches up with Tucker.
Tucker tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
This has been an exciting period of action!#TD2#
Matthews drags the fight down to the ground.
Matthews lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Tucker can't keep his opponent in guard - Matthews advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Matthews has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Matthews controlling the pace for now.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Johnny Matthews dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Tucker shoots in for a takedown but Matthews shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Sloppy strikes from Matthews. Those never looked like landing.
Tucker seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Matthews.
Tucker dives in and grabs Matthews's left leg, looking for a takedown. Matthews pushes down on Tucker's head and hops out.
Tucker tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Matthews paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Matthews throws out a counter right but Tucker avoids it with no problem.
Tucker tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Matthews defends well and Tucker ends up having to push Matthews into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Alex Tucker. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tucker fails to pull guard.
Tucker looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#TD2#
Matthews jumps guard and drags Tucker to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Matthews is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Tucker looking to control.
#T1##SUB2#
Matthews drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Matthews jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Johnny Matthews has got the better of the ground game so far.
Matthews controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Matthews postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Tucker doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
Tucker being controlled here, momentarily.
Matthews is working Tucker over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #T2#
Matthews's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Matthews wants to get up but he can't break Tucker's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Matthews slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Matthews has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Tucker working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Matthews.
Matthews controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Matthews is continuing to stall.
Matthews content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #T3#
Matthews slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Matthews slows the pace down. #SU2#
Matthews stands up and beckons Tucker to his feet.
A head kick by Matthews misses
and Tucker counters with a stiff right hand.
Matthews misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Tucker half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#T4##TD2#
Matthews shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Tucker is trying to defend but Matthews finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Matthews landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Matthews content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Matthews passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Tucker!
Matthews has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tucker is just holding on here. Matthews manages to take his back.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Johnny Matthews showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. 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##TD2#
Tucker gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Matthews pushes down on Tucker's leg and manages to get into half guard.#SUB2#
Matthews is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Matthews seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Matthews performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Tucker has a hand on Matthews's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Matthews takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!#T1#
Matthews lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
Matthews fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Matthews cracks Tucker with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
Tucker knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Matthews on the ground.
Matthews controlling the pace for now. #SUB2#
Matthews is working close to his opponent, looking to work a submission by the looks of things. Oh, he's managed to get a guillotine from mount as his opponent reached up! That looks tiiiiight! Will he tap? YES, he's tapped! Impressive submission by Matthews!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Johnny Matthews! |
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Event:
SSSD 20:Broomsdale vs Sizemore
Date: May 29, 2021 |
#R1#
Matthews with a lazy takedown attempt
and Cartwright counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Matthews thinking.
Matthews darts in trying to clinch
and Cartwright connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Cartwright misses with a jab, cross combination.
Matthews shoots in for a takedown but Cartwright shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Cartwright is looking for a counter combo.
Jab by Cartwright.#ROC#Matthews is rocked!
OH! Matthews has been rocked by a huge right hand and is in deep trouble! Cartwright smells blood and charges in for the finish! Cartwright unloads a vicious overhand right and connects to the jaw of Matthews sending him face first to the canvas! Unbelievable!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Punchy Cartwright!
Punchy Cartwright bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it. |
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