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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 19, 2024 |
#R1#
Rambo misses the shot to the body.
Copslapper appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Rambo thows a leg kick but Copslapper checks it
and Copslapper counters with an inside leg kick.
Copslapper thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Rambo if he has to take too many more of those.
Rambo looks winded!
Rambo tries to clinch up
and Copslapper counters with a nice leg kick.
Copslapper lands a leg kick that knocks Rambo off balance momentarily.
Copslapper punishes Rambo's body with a nice straight punch.
Rambo stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Copslapper.
Copslapper lands the left hand.#CUT#It looks like John Rambo has been cut.
Copslapper pushes Rambo away with a front kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A solid leg kick lands there for Copslapper.
#KD#
Copslapper lands a left and a right that sends Rambo crashing to the canvas! Copslapper dives into mount looking to finish!#ROC#Rambo is rocked!
Copslapper fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Rambo is still in real trouble! Can Copslapper finish him?
Copslapper postures up and throws a couple of big shots that have Rambo in real trouble here! The ref calls for Rambo to improve his position which he doesn't do, so the referee has no choice but to end the fight due to the strikes!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Shiphead Copslapper!
Shiphead Copslapper seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 10, 2024 |
#R1#
A nice leg kick from Copslapper, right into the meat of the thigh.
Copslapper circles away from the clinch attempt
and Copslapper counters with a good low kick that Doback was not able to check.
Doback misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Copslapper counters with a straight right hand.
Doback looks to land a left hand but Copslapper moved out of range nicely.
Copslapper is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Doback with a body shot.#CL#
Doback darts in and clinches Copslapper up against the cage.
Doback misses with a body punch.
Copslapper swings wildly with an uppercut but Doback uses good head movement to avoid it.
Copslapper blocks a body shot from Doback.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Copslapper scores with a shot to the side of Doback's head.
Doback throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Copslapper taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
#BC2#
Copslapper breaks from the clinch.
Doback throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Copslapper counters with a straight right hand.
Doback throws a left and a right that both miss
and Copslapper makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.#T1#
Doback cracks Copslapper with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.#CUT#It looks like Shiphead Copslapper has been cut.
Doback tries to clinch but Copslapper moves away
and Copslapper counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Doback wants to clinch but Copslapper slips to the side
and Copslapper counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Doback closes the distance but Copslapper moves to the side
and Copslapper counters with a left to the body.
Dale Doback seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Doback wants to clinch.
Doback uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Copslapper has time to react.
Doback tries to close the distance and clinch up but Copslapper swats him away and circles back towards the center. #T2#
Copslapper fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Doback has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Doback swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Doback misses with a telegraphed body shot
#KD2#
and Copslapper counters with a big uppercut that knocks Doback off his feet! Copslapper dives into side control looking to finish!#ROC2#Doback is rocked!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Copslapper in side control here. He's dropped a big elbow there and Doback looks hurt! Oh, he is hurt! Copslapper turns on the heat and pounds him out for a TKO victory! Good killer instinct there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Shiphead Copslapper!
An out of breath Shiphead Copslapper 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:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 25, 2024 |
#R1#
A clash of legs there as Calrissian blocks the low kick.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Copslapper, as that shot connected.
#TD2#
Calrissian looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Copslapper keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Copslapper is trying to get back to full guard.
Copslapper is trying is best to control the position here.
Calrissian slows the pace down in half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Calrissian throwing shots but Copslapper is blocking nicely.
Copslapper keeps control of the position for the meantime. #T1#
Calrissian misses with a head shot. Copslapper uses the momentum to regain guard.
Calrissian is working Copslapper over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Copslapper lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Copslapper looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Calrissian trying to control the position here. #T2#
Copslapper showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Calrissian looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Copslapper looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Calrissian wants to get back to his feet but Copslapper is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Copslapper is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Copslapper will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T3#
Calrissian is looking to stand up but Copslapper isn't so interested in that idea.
Copslapper looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Calrissian wants to stand and escape but Copslapper is having none of it. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Calrissian comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Dumbledore Calrissian seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Copslapper takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Calrissian waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Copslapper.
Calrissian throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Calrissian swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Copslapper is looking to counter with head kicks.
Copslapper moves away from the strike by Calrissian. #T4#
Copslapper is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Calrissian scores with a punch to the head.
Calrissian keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Copslapper.
Calrissian with the counter takedown but Copslapper avoids it easily.
Calrissian has his takedown stuffed
and Copslapper counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CUT#It looks like Dumbledore Calrissian has been cut.#TD2#
Calrissian throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Copslapper tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Calrissian is in Copslapper's guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Calrissian missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Calrissian throwing strikes but missing.
Copslapper is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Calrissian working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Copslapper preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Calrissian trying to control but Copslapper is working from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Dumbledore Calrissian dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Dumbledore Calrissian's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Copslapper keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Calrissian.
Copslapper lunges at Calrissian with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Calrissian's hand.
Calrissian bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Copslapper's head backwards.
Calrissian connects with a crisp jab. #CUT2#It looks like Shiphead Copslapper has been cut.
Copslapper uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Calrissian has time to react.
Calrissian has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#TD2#
Calrissian gets the takedown into side control.
Calrissian is looking to take a break and control but Copslapper is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Copslapper struggling a bit here.
Copslapper is looking to regain half guard here but Calrissian keeps moving and retains side control.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Calrissian tries to move to mount but Copslapper blocks the move with his legs. #T1#
Calrissian looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Copslapper is avoiding damage well.
Calrissian tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Copslapper can't do much from the bottom here.
Calrissian has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Sloppy strikes there by Calrissian.
Calrissian in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Copslapper sneaks back into half guard.
Calrissian is trying to control the action in half guard but Copslapper is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Copslapper is concentrating on defense, preventing Calrissian from advancing position.
Calrissian looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Copslapper wants to improve his position but Calrissian is controlling well.
Calrissian is just content to waste time from the top position. Copslapper takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard. #T2#
Calrissian throwing strikes but missing.
Calrissian trying to control but Copslapper is working from the bottom.
Calrissian keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Copslapper's head.
Copslapper wants to sweep but no luck.
Copslapper keeping moving, preventing Calrissian from controlling successfully.
Calrissian working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Calrissian trying to control but Copslapper is working from the bottom.
Copslapper has his hands on Calrissian's head, controlling the position.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Copslapper continues to stall.#T3#
Copslapper is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Calrissian jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Copslapper throwing a counter right hand but Calrissian manages to avoid it.#TD2#
Calrissian scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Calrissian seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Copslapper gets back to full guard.
Calrissian trying to control the position from guard on top but Copslapper is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Calrissian loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Copslapper keeping moving, preventing Calrissian from controlling successfully.
Calrissian stopping the sweep attempt from Copslapper.#T4#
Calrissian works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Copslapper blocking the ground and pound attempt from Calrissian.
Copslapper wants to improve his position but Calrissian is controlling well.
Calrissian throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Copslapper has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Calrissian is working away from the top position though.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Calrissian is trying to control. Copslapper wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Copslapper on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Dumbledore Calrissian showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Calrissian is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Copslapper.
Copslapper moves out of range of the strikes.
Dumbledore Calrissian seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Calrissian fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Calrissian lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Calrissian might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Calrissian checks the leg kick nicely there.
Calrissian uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Copslapper.
Copslapper ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Calrissian throws a lazy uppercut
and Copslapper counters with a nice uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The crowd cheers as Calrissian lands an impressive looking overhand right. Copslapper doesn't seem phased though.
Calrissian throws a poor cross that misses
and Copslapper counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Calrissian lands with a right hand.
Copslapper ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Copslapper is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Calrissian looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. #T1#
Calrissian throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Calrissian rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Copslapper counters with a solid body kick.
Copslapper walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Calrissian pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A lazy left from Calrissian finds it's target.
It looks like Copslapper has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Copslapper takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Calrissian lands a jab to the head.
Copslapper needs to keep his hands up - Calrissian had a free shot at his head there.
Copslapper catches Calrissian with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#TD2#
Calrissian shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Calrissian takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Shiphead Copslapper has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Calrissian looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Copslapper with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #ROC2#Copslapper is rocked!
Calrissian not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Copslapper is positioning himself well to prevent Calrissian advancing to mount.
Calrissian not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Calrissian is trying to control. Copslapper wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Copslapper wants to improve his position but Calrissian is controlling well.
Copslapper on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Calrissian throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Calrissian prevents Copslapper from improving his position.
Calrissian slows the pace down in half guard. #T3#
Calrissian lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Copslapper is concentrating on defense, preventing Calrissian from advancing position.
Calrissian sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Copslapper defending well though.
Copslapper is trying to get back to full guard.
Copslapper moves into full guard.
Dumbledore Calrissian has got the better of the ground game so far.
Copslapper working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Calrissian.
Copslapper utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Calrissian trying to control the position from guard on top but Copslapper is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #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.
Calrissian postures up in Copslapper's guard and throws a big left but Copslapper blocks it.
Calrissian is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Copslapper takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Calrissian scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Calrissian connects with a nice looking jab.
Copslapper takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Copslapper is looking to slow Calrissian down with leg kicks.
Copslapper avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Calrissian misses with a hook.#TD2#
Calrissian drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Calrissian's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Calrissian scoring with some ground and pound.
And that's the end of the fight!
Dumbledore Calrissian comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Calrissian has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 27:30
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 27:30
Judge George Francis scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dumbledore Calrissian! |
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Event:
TWGC 40 (185lbs, D2): Finals - Round 3
Date: Sep 13, 2023 |
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 4 wins and 0 losses; Shiphead Copslapper! And in the blue corner, fighting out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 1 losses; Danila Bagrov!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Bishop, Andrew Berry and Sam Margolis.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Copslapper tries to close the distance and clinch up but Bagrov swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Copslapper doesn't manage to clinch there - Bagrov circles away.
#CL#
Copslapper closes the distance and clinches.#TD2#
Bagrov has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Copslapper regains guard immediately. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Copslapper (0) vs (2) Bagrov
Bagrov's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Bagrov postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bagrov 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.
Bagrov wants to pass the guard but Copslapper is keeping the position.#T1#
Copslapper is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Copslapper is controlling Bagrov's posture.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bagrov wants to pass the guard but Copslapper is keeping the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Copslapper looking for a sweep. Not yet Copslapper, not yet. #T2#
Bagrov is pushing down on Copslapper's leg trying to pass to half guard. Copslapper is fighting to maintain full guard but Bagrov has managed to sneak the leg through.
Bagrov controlling the action here.
Copslapper trying to control from the bottom.
Bagrov is taking a breather. Copslapper says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Copslapper won't allow Bagrov to pass to mount.
Copslapper controlling the position well. #T3#
Bagrov perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Copslapper is looking to improve his position.
#T4#
Copslapper trying to control but Bagrov postures up.
Bagrov is looking to advance position but Copslapper won't allow it.
Copslapper wants to control but Bagrov is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Copslapper wants to get back to full guard but Bagrov has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Copslapper (0) vs (5) Bagrov
Copslapper tries to improve position but can't. #T5#
Copslapper tries to control but end up mounted... ooooh, that's bad. Score +2 for reaching mount: Copslapper (0) vs (7) Bagrov
Copslapper is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Mary Gracies Jiu Jitsu, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Bagrov controlling from mount.
Bagrov avoids the attempt from Copslapper to control.
Copslapper manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Copslapper regains full guard. Nicely done.
Bagrov wants to pass the guard but Copslapper is keeping the position.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Copslapper pulls Bagrov in to control the position.
Copslapper looking to control.
#T6#
Copslapper has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Bagrov has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Copslapper (0) vs (10) Bagrov
Copslapper manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Copslapper (2) vs (10) Bagrov
Bagrov keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Copslapper is looking to advance position but Bagrov won't allow it.
Bagrov wants to improve his position but Copslapper is controlling well.
#T7#
Copslapper is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Copslapper's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#T8#
Bagrov is looking to improve his position.
Copslapper takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Copslapper is thwarting Bagrov's attempts to control the position.
Copslapper seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Bagrov wants to get back to full guard.#T9#
Copslapper trying to mount his opponent but Bagrov defends it.
Bagrov tries to roll over but Copslapper keeps him under control.
Copslapper perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Bagrov is looking to improve his position.
Bagrov moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Copslapper trying to control the position from guard on top but Bagrov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Copslapper engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T10#
Bagrov has control of Copslapper's left arm, preventing Copslapper from doing any damage.
Copslapper stopping the sweep attempt from Bagrov.
Bagrov keeping moving, preventing Copslapper from controlling successfully.
Bagrov controlling the position.#T11#
Bagrov being controlled here, momentarily.
Bagrov manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Copslapper manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Copslapper (2) vs (12) Bagrov
Copslapper is trying to keep Bagrov in close.
Copslapper pulls Bagrov in close to prevent any damage.
Copslapper is trying to keep Bagrov in close.
#T12#
Bagrov stays in close to Copslapper's body and controls the position.
Copslapper controlling the position.
Bagrov works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Copslapper desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Bagrov stalling. #T13#
Bagrov's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Bagrov wants to take a breather but Copslapper is having none of it.
Copslapper is trying to maintain the position but Bagrov is very close to passing his half guard.
Bagrov content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Copslapper is trying to get back to full guard.#T14#
Bagrov content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
It looks like Bagrov 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.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bagrov is continuing to stall.
And that's the end of the fight!
Bagrov wins on points by 12 to 2.
Danila Bagrov is the new middleweight champion!
After winning the bout, Danila Bagrov 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:
TWGC 40 (185lbs, D2): Finals - Round 2
Date: Sep 12, 2023 |
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 3 wins and 0 losses; Shiphead Copslapper! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 2 losses; Jon Fred!
The judges for this bout are William Gold, Andrew Berry and Phil Schofield.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL2#
Fred gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Copslapper wants a takedown but no success here.
Copslapper is working for takedown but Fred is calmly controlling the position for now.
Copslapper gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Fred.
Fred stops a takedown attempt from Copslapper.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Shiphead Copslapper. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Copslapper prevents a takedown attempt there.
Fred is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Copslapper pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Fred is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Fred is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Copslapper is defending well.
Fred has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Copslapper avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Fred tries for a takedown. No joy.
Copslapper tries to score a body lock takedown but Fred shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Copslapper drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Copslapper tries to score a body lock takedown but Fred shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Copslapper wants a takedown but no success here.
Fred drops down looking for an ankle pick but Copslapper pulls his leg out and moves away.
#CL#
Copslapper rushes Fred and presses him up against the cage.#T1#
Copslapper is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Copslapper is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Fred wants to take the fight to the mat but Copslapper manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Copslapper is trying to drag Fred to the mat but Fred just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Fred goes for a takedown attempt but Copslapper pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
#CL#
Fred gets tackled into the cage by Copslapper. Copslapper maintains the clinch.
Copslapper looking for a takedown.
Fred is pressed up against the cage. Copslapper has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Fred down to the mat. Fred avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #CL2#
Fred has closed the distance and engaged Copslapper in a clinch.
Fred is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Copslapper pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Copslapper is pressed up against the cage. Fred has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Copslapper down to the mat. Copslapper avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Copslapper is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.#T2#
Fred stops a takedown attempt from Copslapper.
Fred has Copslapper pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Copslapper manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Copslapper is looking for a takedown.
Fred tries to score a body lock takedown but Copslapper shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Fred stops a takedown attempt from Copslapper.
Fred drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Fred is working for takedown but Copslapper is calmly controlling the position for now.
Fred is pressed up against the cage. Copslapper has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Fred down to the mat. Fred avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #CL2#
Fred closes the distance and clinches.
Fred gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Copslapper.
Fred drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Fred drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Copslapper gets the underhooks and prevents it.
#T3#
Copslapper is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Fred changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Copslapper fights it off and pushes away nicely.
#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Copslapper is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Fred gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Copslapper is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Fred tries to score a body lock takedown but Copslapper shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Copslapper gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Fred.
Fred is looking for a takedown.
Copslapper prevents the takedown attempt.
Fred has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Copslapper after a bit of a struggle.
Copslapper is pressed up against the cage. Fred has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Copslapper down to the mat. Copslapper avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #T4##CL2#
Fred forces Copslapper back against the cage and clinches.
Copslapper prevents the takedown attempt.
Fred is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Copslapper pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Fred looks winded!
Fred is working for takedown but Copslapper is calmly controlling the position for now.
Copslapper tries for a takedown. No joy.
Copslapper changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Fred fights it off and pushes away nicely.
#CL2#
Copslapper gets tackled into the cage by Fred. Fred maintains the clinch.
Copslapper has Fred pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Fred manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Copslapper has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Fred after a bit of a struggle.
Copslapper drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Fred is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Copslapper gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Copslapper goes for a takedown attempt but Fred pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
#CL2#
Fred clinches up against the cage.#T5#
Copslapper tries to score a body lock takedown but Fred shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Copslapper gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Fred.
Fred is pressed up against the cage. Copslapper has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Fred down to the mat. Fred avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Copslapper fails with an attempt to clinch.
#CL2#
Fred rushes Copslapper and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Copslapper has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Fred after a bit of a struggle.
Copslapper is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Copslapper stops a takedown attempt from Fred.
Fred drops down looking for an ankle pick but Copslapper pulls his leg out and moves away.
#CL#
Copslapper clinches up against the cage.
Fred can't get the takedown.
Copslapper stops a takedown attempt from Fred.
Fred is looking to take this one to the mat.#T6#
Fred is looking for a takedown.
Copslapper goes for a takedown attempt but Fred pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Copslapper is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Fred gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Copslapper gets underhooks to prevent Fred's takedown attempt.
Copslapper is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Copslapper is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Fred pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Fred is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Fred is working for takedown but Copslapper is calmly controlling the position for now.
Copslapper tries for a takedown. No joy.
Copslapper looking for a takedown.
Copslapper is looking for a takedown.
Fred tries for a takedown. No joy.
Fred tries for a takedown. No joy.
Fred gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Copslapper.
#T7#
Copslapper is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Copslapper drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Copslapper is pressed up against the cage. Fred has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Copslapper down to the mat. Copslapper avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #CL2#
Fred gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Copslapper has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Fred avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Copslapper is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Fred is defending well.
Copslapper changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Fred fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Copslapper tries to close the distance and clinch but Fred swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #CL2#
Fred clinches with his opponent.
Copslapper drops down looking for an ankle pick but Fred pulls his leg out and moves away.
The fight stays on the outside here - Copslapper looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#T8#
Copslapper is trying to drag Fred to the mat but Fred just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Fred wants a takedown but no success here.
Copslapper is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Fred gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Fred wants to take the fight to the mat but Copslapper manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Copslapper is pressed up against the cage. Fred has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Copslapper down to the mat. Copslapper avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #CL2#
Fred clinches up with Copslapper and pushes him back against the cage.
Copslapper has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Fred avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Fred is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Copslapper gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Fred gets underhooks to prevent Copslapper's takedown attempt.
Fred changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Copslapper fights it off and pushes away nicely.
#CL#
Copslapper instigates a clinch. #T9#
Copslapper is looking to take this one to the mat.
Fred is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Copslapper is defending well.
Copslapper goes for a takedown in the clinch but Fred prevents it.
Copslapper goes for a takedown attempt but Fred pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
#CL#
Copslapper darts in and clinches Fred up against the cage.
Copslapper goes for a takedown in the clinch but Fred prevents it.
Fred is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Copslapper pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Fred drops down looking for an ankle pick but Copslapper pulls his leg out and moves away.
#CL2#
Fred drives through and clinches with Copslapper against the cage.
Copslapper tries for a takedown. No joy.
#T10#
Fred drops down looking for an ankle pick but Copslapper pulls his leg out and moves away.
#CL#
Copslapper gets a clinch.
Fred is looking for a takedown.
Fred gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Copslapper.
Fred tries for a takedown but Copslapper manages to get underhooks.
Copslapper is looking for a takedown.
Copslapper drops down looking for an ankle pick but Fred pulls his leg out and moves away.
#CL2#
Fred has closed the distance and engaged Copslapper in a clinch.
Fred is looking to take this one to the mat.
Copslapper is looking to take this one to the mat.#T11#
Copslapper wants a takedown.
Copslapper looking for a takedown.
Copslapper is trying to drag Fred to the mat but Fred just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Copslapper has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Fred after a bit of a struggle.
Fred has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Copslapper avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Fred can't get the takedown.
Copslapper prevents a takedown attempt there.
Copslapper prevents a takedown attempt there.
Copslapper is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Fred pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Fred has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Copslapper is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Fred is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Copslapper pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Copslapper drops down looking for an ankle pick but Fred pulls his leg out and moves away.
#CL2#
Fred has Copslapper up against the cage in a clinch.
#T12#
Copslapper is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Fred gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Copslapper tries for a takedown. No joy.
Fred is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Fred gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Copslapper.
Fred is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Copslapper gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Fred goes for a takedown attempt but Copslapper pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
#CL#
Copslapper clinches up against the cage.
Fred is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Copslapper pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Fred is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Copslapper is defending well.
Fred has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Copslapper after a bit of a struggle. #T13#
Copslapper is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Fred is defending well.
Fred has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Copslapper avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Fred is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Copslapper pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Copslapper wants to take the fight to the mat but Fred manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Copslapper tries for a takedown but Fred manages to get underhooks.
Copslapper has Fred pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Fred manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Copslapper is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Fred is defending well.
Copslapper is working for takedown but Fred is calmly controlling the position for now.
Copslapper tries to score a body lock takedown but Fred shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Fred wants to take the fight to the mat but Copslapper manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Fred can't get the takedown.
Copslapper stops a takedown attempt from Fred.
Copslapper can't get the takedown.
Copslapper drops down looking for an ankle pick but Fred pulls his leg out and moves away.
Copslapper is looking to clinch. #CL2#
Fred forces Copslapper back against the cage and clinches.#T14#
Fred is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Fred wants to take the fight to the mat but Copslapper manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Fred wants a takedown but no success here.
Fred prevents the takedown attempt.
Copslapper is looking to take this one to the mat.
Fred tries to score a body lock takedown but Copslapper shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Copslapper prevents the takedown attempt.
Copslapper drops down looking for an ankle pick but Fred pulls his leg out and moves away.
#CL2#
Fred gets a clinch.
Fred has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Copslapper after a bit of a struggle.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Fred has Copslapper pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Copslapper manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Fred has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Copslapper is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Fred is working for takedown but Copslapper is calmly controlling the position for now.
Copslapper goes for a takedown attempt but Fred pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Copslapper circles away from the clinch attempt.
And that's the end of the fight!
As we have tied on points and both fighters attempted the same number of subs, we will decide the bout based on the toss of a coin! Copslapper is heads and Fred is tails.
The coin is in the air and it lands... heads!
Copslapper takes the fight on points by 1 to 0.
A very excited looking Shiphead Copslapper made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
TWGC 40 (185lbs, D2): Finals - Round 1
Date: Sep 11, 2023 |
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 2 wins and 0 losses; Shiphead Copslapper! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 1 losses; Porthos Knox!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Bishop, James Ackerman and Chris Edwards.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL2#
Knox closes the distance and pushes Copslapper back into the cage.
Knox is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Knox looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Knox wants to take the fight to the mat but Copslapper manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Knox tries to pull guard but Copslapper forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Copslapper goes for a takedown in the clinch but Knox prevents it.
Copslapper wants to take the fight to the mat but Knox manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Shiphead Copslapper. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Knox is pressed up against the cage. Copslapper has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Knox down to the mat. Knox avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #CL2#
Knox gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Copslapper tries for a takedown but Knox manages to get underhooks.
#TD2#
Knox pulls guard.
We've been hearing that Copslapper has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Knox seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Copslapper controlling from the top position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Knox wants to sweep but no luck. #T1#
Knox is still trying to improve position.
Copslapper is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Knox has Copslapper pulled in close to control his posture.
Copslapper content to stall in guard here.
Knox trying to control the position.
Copslapper pushing down on Knox's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #T2#
Copslapper is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Copslapper's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#T3#
Knox is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Copslapper controlling the pace.
Copslapper has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Knox tries to roll over but Copslapper keeps him under control.#T4#
Copslapper controlling the action here.
Knox is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Copslapper is controlling the pace.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Copslapper continues to stall.#T5#
Copslapper passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Copslapper (3) vs (0) Knox
Knox wants to control but Copslapper is having none of it.#T6#
Copslapper tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Knox tries to hold on but Copslapper postures up.
Copslapper prevents Knox from getting the reversal.
Knox keeps trying to improve his position.
Copslapper sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T7#
Knox is looking to improve his position but Copslapper isn't that keen on the idea.
Copslapper controlling the pace for now.
Knox can't escape the position.
Copslapper fails to move to back control.
Knox tries to lock up and control but Copslapper gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T8#
Copslapper controlling the position easily from mount.
Knox has given up his back here. Will Copslapper look for the submission or keep pounding away?
Score +3 for taking back: Copslapper (6) vs (0) Knox
Knox rolls, trying to escape but Copslapper keeps control of the position.
Knox is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Knox tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Knox tries to get back to half guard but can't. #T9#
Copslapper controlling from the full mount. #T10#
Copslapper fails to advance to Knox's back.
Knox is squirming around, avoiding Copslapper's attempts to control the action.
Copslapper controlling from mount. #T11#
Knox is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Copslapper controlling the pace for now. #T12#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Knox can't escape the position.
Knox stops Copslapper from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Knox looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: Copslapper (9) vs (0) Knox
Knox is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#T13#
Copslapper really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Knox.
A lull in the action here.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Copslapper controlling the positon.#T14#
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Copslapper avoiding Knox 's attempts to control his hands.
And that's the end of the fight!
Copslapper takes the fight on points by 9 to 0.
A relieved looking Shiphead Copslapper thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
TWGC 40 (185lbs, D2): Tokyo Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Sep 03, 2023 |
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 2 wins and 1 losses; Suzaku Kururugi! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Shiphead Copslapper!
The judges for this bout are Hirohito Nitta, Kenichi Hosakawa and Shigeki Fujiwara.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL2#
Copslapper takes the fight into the clinch.
Kururugi has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Copslapper is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Copslapper has Kururugi pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Kururugi manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Copslapper is looking for a takedown.
Kururugi is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Copslapper is defending well.
Kururugi is looking for a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Suzaku Kururugi. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Copslapper is trying to drag Kururugi to the mat but Kururugi just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Copslapper goes for a takedown in the clinch but Kururugi prevents it.
Kururugi is looking to take this one to the mat.
Copslapper is looking for a takedown.
Copslapper tries to score a body lock takedown but Kururugi shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Copslapper is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Kururugi pulls him back up using the underhooks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kururugi wants a takedown.
Copslapper tries to score a body lock takedown but Kururugi shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Copslapper gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Kururugi.
Copslapper looking for a takedown.
Copslapper is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Kururugi pulls him back up using the underhooks. #T1#
Kururugi has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Copslapper is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Copslapper changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Kururugi fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Kururugi tries to clinch there but Copslapper circles away.
Copslapper wants to counter with a clinch but Kururugi pushes him away.#CL2#
Copslapper instigates a clinch.
Kururugi is looking to take this one to the mat.
Kururugi drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Copslapper is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Copslapper wants a takedown but no success here.
Copslapper gets underhooks to prevent Kururugi's takedown attempt.
Kururugi drops down looking for an ankle pick but Copslapper pulls his leg out and moves away.
Kururugi tries to close the distance and clinch but Copslapper swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #CL2#
Copslapper gets a clinch.
Copslapper is pressed up against the cage. Kururugi has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Copslapper down to the mat. Copslapper avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #CL2#
Copslapper rushes Kururugi and presses him up against the cage.
Copslapper tries for a takedown. No joy.
#T2#
Copslapper is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Kururugi gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Kururugi can't get the takedown.
Copslapper is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Kururugi gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Copslapper.
#TD#
Kururugi gets a nice trip takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Kururugi (2) vs (0) Copslapper
Copslapper is trying to get back to full guard.
Copslapper preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Copslapper is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Kururugi's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Kururugi's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Kururugi (2) vs (4) Copslapper#T3#
Copslapper has good solid back control here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
Copslapper is continuing to stall.
Kururugi tries to roll but Copslapper sticks to his back.
Kururugi is working hard here to advance position.
Kururugi is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Copslapper.
#T5#
Kururugi trying to control but not successfully.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Copslapper controlling the positon.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T6#
Copslapper has the hooks in. Kururugi is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
#T7#
Kururugi tries to roll but Copslapper sticks to his back.
Copslapper really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Kururugi.
Copslapper's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T8#
Let's hope that Copslapper 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.
Copslapper keeps control of the position as Kururugi tries to break free.
Copslapper controlling from the back.#T9#
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Copslapper.#T10#
I really don't envy Kururugi right now.
Kururugi is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
The adventures of Copslapper the control monster continue. Boring.#T11#
Yet more stalling tactics from Copslapper.#T12##T13#
More stalling from Copslapper.
Copslapper with more of the same as he continues to hold on.
Kururugi rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
#T14#
Copslapper is controlling the pace.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Copslapper working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Kururugi is looking to control Copslapper's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Kururugi avoid being mounted?
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Copslapper in particular looking to stall.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Copslapper frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Kururugi (2) vs (7) Copslapper
And that's the end of the fight!
Copslapper wins on points by 7 to 2.
Shiphead Copslapper decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
TWGC 40 (185lbs, D2): Tokyo Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Sep 02, 2023 |
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 2 wins and 1 losses; Mac Bandini! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Shiphead Copslapper!
The judges for this bout are Hirohito Nitta, Yukihiro Yamamoto and Shigeki Fujiwara.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Bandini pushes Copslapper up against the cage in a clinch.
Copslapper tries for a takedown. No joy.
Bandini gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Copslapper.
#TD#
Bandini manages to pull guard.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Copslapper working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Bandini looking to hit a scissor sweep but Copslapper is one step ahead there.
Bandini controls Copslapper momentarily but Copslapper frees himself.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Copslapper controls from within his opponent's guard. #T1#
Bandini controls Copslapper momentarily but Copslapper frees himself.
Bandini looking for a sweep. Not yet Bandini, not yet.
Copslapper advances to half guard.
Copslapper slows the pace down in half guard.
Let's hope that Copslapper 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.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The fighters are battling for position here. Bandini manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T2#
Bandini being controlled here, momentarily. #T3#
Bandini tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Copslapper is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Copslapper stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Bandini swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Bandini might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T4#
Copslapper 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.
Bandini looking to control.
Copslapper wants to pass the guard but Bandini is keeping the position.
Bandini can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Copslapper controls the pace.#T5#
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Copslapper.
Copslapper's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Bandini trying to keep a closed guard but Copslapper is proving a slippery customer.
Bandini is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Copslapper is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#T6#
Bandini trying to control the position here.
Copslapper looking to pass the guard.
Copslapper stopping the sweep attempt from Bandini.
Bandini controls Copslapper momentarily but Copslapper frees himself. #T7#
Copslapper controls from within his opponent's guard.
More stalling from Copslapper.
Bandini wants to hit a sweep here but Copslapper passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Bandini there! Score +3 for passing guard: Bandini (0) vs (3) Copslapper
Bandini manages to regain half guard. Good work. #T8#
Copslapper content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Copslapper with more of the same as he continues to hold on.#T9#
Bandini trying to control from the bottom.
Copslapper takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Copslapper is continuing to stall.
Bandini wants to control but Copslapper is keeping busy.
Bandini regains full guard. Nicely done.
Bandini can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Copslapper controls the pace.#T10#
Copslapper wants to pass the guard but Bandini is keeping the position.
Copslapper forces his way into half guard.
Copslapper looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Well, if Copslapper is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
#T11#
Copslapper wants to advance to full mount but Bandini doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead. #T12#
Bandini not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Copslapper is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
The adventures of Copslapper the control monster continue. Boring.
Copslapper pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Bandini is keeping the position for now. #T13#
Bandini is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Copslapper stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Bandini swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Copslapper sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T14#
Copslapper trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Bandini manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Bandini (2) vs (3) Copslapper
Bandini wants to pass the guard but Copslapper is keeping the position.
Bandini trying to control but Copslapper is working from the bottom.
Copslapper is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bandini stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Copslapper swivels though and keeps the full guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Copslapper wins on points by 3 to 2.
Shiphead Copslapper thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Date: May 29, 2023 |
#R1#
Sabatory looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Copslapper scores with a shot to the body.
Sabatory fails with the takedown
and Copslapper counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Copslapper scores with a jab to the head.
#CUT#It looks like Lou Sabatory has been cut.
Sabatory misses with a takedown attempt - Copslapper sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Shiphead Copslapper has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Lou Sabatory.
Sabatory looks winded!#KD#
Copslapper moves into range and throws a big uppercut. OH! Sabatory goes down! Can Copslapper finish him!?
This has been an exciting period of action!
Copslapper controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Copslapper continues to stall.
Copslapper passes Sabatory's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #T1#
Sabatory tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Copslapper is taking a breather. Sabatory says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Copslapper is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Sabatory!
Copslapper controlling from the full mount.
Sabatory is looking to improve his position but Copslapper isn't that keen on the idea.
Copslapper controlling from the full mount. #T2#
Copslapper has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Sabatory is desperately trying to improve his position but Copslapper has a good base and remains in mount.
Copslapper controlling the pace for now.
Copslapper prevents Sabatory from getting the reversal.
Copslapper looking to control and managing it successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Sabatory is desperately trying to improve his position but Copslapper has a good base and remains in mount.
Copslapper content just to control the position here. #T4#
This is a sustained period of stalling by Copslapper.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Shiphead Copslapper dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Lou Sabatory's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Sabatory shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Copslapper as he avoids it easily.
Copslapper digs a good hook to Sabatory's body.
Sabatory tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Copslapper swivels and escapes.#KD#
Copslapper moves into range and throws a big uppercut. OH! Sabatory goes down! Can Copslapper finish him!?
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!
Copslapper stays in close to Sabatory's body and controls the position.
Copslapper is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Sabatory can do to turn this around?
Sabatory can't keep his opponent in guard - Copslapper advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Copslapper looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Copslapper's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Further stalling from Copslapper.
More hug and hope from Copslapper.
Sabatory has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Cozad MMA Los Angeles. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.#T1#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
If it seems like I'm not saying a lot, it's just because Copslapper is stinking the place up with his stalling.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Copslapper is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Copslapper content just to control the position here.
Copslapper continues to hold on tight.
Sabatory tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Copslapper content just to control the position here. #T3#
Sabatory is wriggling around trying to escape.
Copslapper controlling from the full mount. #T4#
Sabatory keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Copslapper controlling from the full mount.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Shiphead Copslapper dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Lou Sabatory's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Copslapper chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Copslapper throws a nice inside leg kick.
Sabatory shoots in and drives through. Copslapper sprawls well.
That kick from Copslapper tenderised Sabatory's leg. Sabatory is trying to keep his angry face on.
Sabatory has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Copslapper.
Sabatory shoots in looking for a takedown. Copslapper tries to sprawl out of it but Sabatory keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Copslapper manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Sabatory.
Shiphead Copslapper has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Lou Sabatory.
Copslapper fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Sabatory.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Copslapper lands a nice looking body kick.
Lou Sabatory is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Sabatory takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Copslapper lands with a good body shot.
Copslapper feints and then cracks Sabatory's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Sabatory down.
Copslapper connects with a leg kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Copslapper lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#CUT#That has opened up Lou Sabatory's cut even more.
Sabatory takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#T1#
A head kick by Copslapper - that's a beauty! Sabatory is out but he's somehow still standing... he's going... going... gone. Like a drunk walking down the middle of the road, the inevitable face plant follows and the delayed knockout arrives. Even Copslapper can't help but laugh at the bizarre end to this one!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:09 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Shiphead Copslapper!
After winning the bout, Shiphead Copslapper 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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