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Event:
GAMMA#1016 Orlando v Bonney
Date: Sep 16, 2023 |
#R1#
Kelly jabs Vovchanchyn right on the nose. Vovchanchyn blinks but takes it well.
Kelly swings for the body but Vovchanchyn moves out of range.
Vovchanchyn appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Vovchanchyn looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Kelly is looking to counter the offense by Vovchanchyn and move into the clinch.
Vovchanchyn throws a low kick but it's checked well by Kelly.
A head kick misses from Vovchanchyn.
Kelly appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Vovchanchyn throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A big left from Kelly misses.
Vovchanchyn swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Kelly fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vovchanchyn on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Nice takedown defense from Vovchanchyn. No joy for Kelly on that attempt.
It seemed like Vovchanchyn was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T1#
Kelly misses with a series of wild punches.
Kelly misses with a body punch
and Kelly takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Kelly moves out of range as Vovchanchyn strikes.
Kelly tries to counter with a takedown but Vovchanchyn is quick to defend against it.
Vovchanchyn blocks a jab.
Vovchanchyn stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Kelly looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Kelly misses with an uppercut.
Vovchanchyn blocks a jab.
Vovchanchyn throws a hook but Kelly blocks it.
Kelly appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#T2#
Kelly on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Vovchanchyn. Vovchanchyn obviously looking to wear him down.
Kelly slips a straight right by Vovchanchyn.
Vovchanchyn looks to land a right hand but Kelly moved out of range.
Kelly changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Kelly takes one to the side of the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
An inside leg kick lands from Vovchanchyn.
Vovchanchyn fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Kelly.
Kelly bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kelly bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Vovchanchyn throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Kelly stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Vovchanchyn swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kelly appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#T3#
Kelly lands a glancing blow to the side of Vovchanchyn's head.
Vovchanchyn throws a chopping leg kick but Kelly manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Kelly takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Vovchanchyn swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
#TD#
so Kelly counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Kelly wants to control from the top but Vovchanchyn keeps moving.
Kelly looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Vovchanchyn isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Kelly stacks Vovchanchyn on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Kelly!
Kelly misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
#T4#
Kelly in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Vovchanchyn tries to bench press Kelly off him but Kelly keeps the position.
Vovchanchyn wants to control but Kelly postures up.
Vovchanchyn stops Kelly from passing to mount.
Vovchanchyn is trying to get back to half guard.
Kelly moves into full mount!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB#
Kelly goes for an armbar but Vovchanchyn turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Vovchanchyn.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Fedor Vovchanchyn dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Kelly avoids the head kick by Vovchanchyn.
Kelly throws a right hand that Vovchanchyn ducks under and follows up with a left that Vovchanchyn also avoids with ease.
Vovchanchyn looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Vovchanchyn throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Vovchanchyn tries a head kick but it misses.
Vovchanchyn misses with a straight left.
Vovchanchyn rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Kelly moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Kelly connects with a body shot that sends Vovchanchyn's belly button to the back.
Kelly looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kelly looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Vovchanchyn is fending him off so far but Kelly persists. Nope, Vovchanchyn circles away and we're back to standing.
Vovchanchyn misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kelly.
Kelly takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.#T1##CL#
Kelly gets in close and instigates a clinch. #BC2#
Vovchanchyn breaks the clinch.
Kelly feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Vovchanchyns jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Kelly moves in looking to clinch but Vovchanchyn pushes him off.#CL2#
Vovchanchyn moves into the clinch successfully.
Kelly can't get the takedown.
Vovchanchyn works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Kelly softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#BC2#
Vovchanchyn escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
No joy there for Vovchanchyn, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Kelly listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Vovchanchyn will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
#T2#
Vovchanchyn takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Vovchanchyn scores with a jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kelly tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Vovchanchyn paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Vovchanchyn.
Vovchanchyn has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Vovchanchyn gets off balance looking for a body kick#TD#
and Kelly counters with a single leg into guard. Vovchanchyn didn't expect that.
Kelly pushing down on Vovchanchyn's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Kelly trying to control from half guard but Vovchanchyn is working away.
Vovchanchyn holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Kelly sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Vovchanchyn defending well though. #T3#
Kelly with the ground and pound but Vovchanchyn uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Vovchanchyn looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Kelly working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Kelly throws a big right hand that misses.
Kelly trying to control but Vovchanchyn is working from the bottom.
Kelly looking to sit in guard and control but Vovchanchyn gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Vovchanchyn postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #SUB#
Kelly throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB#
Kelly looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#T4#
Vovchanchyn scoring with some ground and pound.
Vovchanchyn stopping the sweep attempt from Kelly.
Vovchanchyn throws a big right hand that misses. #SUB#
Vovchanchyn got a little sloppy there for a moment and Kelly has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Vovchanchyn has managed to get both his arms back between Kelly's legs - danger averted.
Vovchanchyn looking to pass the guard.
Vovchanchyn in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Vovchanchyn throws a big elbow that misses.
Vovchanchyn trying to control the position from guard on top but Kelly is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kelly looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Fedor Vovchanchyn will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Vovchanchyn tried to score with a low kick but Kelly checks it.
Kelly misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Vovchanchyn.
Kelly lands a body shot.
Kelly misses the shot to the body.
Vovchanchyn misses with a body shot.
Vovchanchyn catches Kelly with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Vovchanchyn throws a leg kick which misses Kelly's front leg but catches the back leg as Kelly tries to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kelly misses the shot to the body.
Vovchanchyn scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Kelly doesn't seem bothered though.
Kelly misses with a jab, cross combination.
#T1#
Vovchanchyn tries to clinch but Kelly moves away #TD#
and Kelly counters with a single leg into guard. Vovchanchyn didn't expect that.
Vovchanchyn wants to stand but Kelly is controlling the position.
Kelly is looking to pass into half guard but Vovchanchyn pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Vovchanchyn is in guard.#REVB#
Kelly bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Vovchanchyn's guard. #REVR#
Vovchanchyn wants to get back to his feet but Kelly is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Kelly with a flurry of punches that miss.
Kelly being controlled here momentarily.
Vovchanchyn is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #T2#
Kelly postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Kelly sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Vovchanchyn's guard.
Vovchanchyn wants to sweep but Kelly has passed to side control!
Vovchanchyn regains half guard, as Kelly was trying to land strikes.
Robert Kelly has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Still in half guard, Kelly seems content to control.
Kelly missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Vovchanchyn regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Kelly. #T3#
Kelly trying to control but Vovchanchyn is working from the bottom.
Kelly scoring with some ground and pound.
Kelly lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#SUB#
Kelly drops back, looking for a kneebar! Vovchanchyn looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Vovchanchyn looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Vovchanchyn! #REVB#
Kelly is looking for a sweep.
Vovchanchyn is chipping away with strikes.
Kelly tries to improve position but can't.
Vovchanchyn working the head and body with strikes.
Fedor Vovchanchyn is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T4#
Kelly is being controlled here.
Kelly tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Vovchanchyn wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Vovchanchyn is looking to take a break and control but Kelly is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Vovchanchyn takes a little break here. Kelly wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Kelly gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Kelly is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Vovchanchyn pulls his head out easily.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Robert Kelly.
I think Vovchanchyn 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 Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 28:30
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 28:29
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 28:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Fedor Vovchanchyn!
Fedor Vovchanchyn 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:
GAMMA#1012 Orlando v Tucker
Date: Aug 19, 2023 |
#R1#
Saunders wants to clinch
and Vovchanchyn cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Saunders on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Saunders bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Vovchanchyn's head backwards.
Saunders dips to his left and cracks Vovchanchyn with an uppercut!
Saunders cracks Vovchanchyn with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Saunders has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Gym in the buildup to the fight.
Saunders scores with a nice right hand.
#CUT#It looks like Fedor Vovchanchyn has been cut.
Saunders tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Vovchanchyn manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
A little jabbing left from Vovchanchyn on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Vovchanchyn gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Saunders.
The fight stays on the outside here - Saunders looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Vovchanchyn! But no joy.
Vovchanchyn catches Saunders with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Vovchanchyn avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Vovchanchyn blocks a jab.#T1#
Vovchanchyn connects with a nice looking jab.
The fight stays on the outside here - Saunders looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Vovchanchyn misses with a body punch
and Saunders counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Vovchanchyn thinking.
Vovchanchyn closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
The fight stays on the outside here - Saunders looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Saunders is looking to clinch but Vovchanchyn is avoiding it.
Saunders lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.#ROC#Vovchanchyn is rocked!
Vovchanchyn circles away from the clinch attempt.
Vovchanchyn let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Vovchanchyn takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Vovchanchyn is still on wobbly legs! Can Saunders finish him?
Vovchanchyn misses with a lunging right hand
and Saunders counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Saunders lands the left hand.
Vovchanchyn will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Saunders is looking to counter punch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Vovchanchyn ducks under a wild hook from Saunders.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Vovchanchyn! But no joy.
Vovchanchyn throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Vovchanchyn misses with a straight left. #T2#
Saunders wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Vovchanchyn seems to have recovered his senses.
Saunders connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Saunders tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Vovchanchyn paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Saunders is looking to clinch but Vovchanchyn is avoiding it.
A big left from Vovchanchyn misses.
Vovchanchyn circles away from the clinch attempt.
Vovchanchyn tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Saunders was well out of range. Poor timing from Vovchanchyn.
Saunders tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Vovchanchyn paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Saunders is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Saunders tries to clinch there but Vovchanchyn circles away.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Vovchanchyn! But no joy.#CL#
Saunders closes the distance and clinches.
A short right from Saunders on the inside. #BC2#
Vovchanchyn pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Saunders lands a nice looking body shot.
Saunders throws a body punch but Vovchanchyn moves out of range.
Vovchanchyn was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.#CL#
Saunders gets in close and instigates a clinch. #T3#
Saunders tries to throw a body punch but Vovchanchyn avoids it by throwing Saunders back against the cage.
Vovchanchyn lands an uppercut.
Saunders misses with a hook to the ribs.
Vovchanchyn lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Saunders working aggressively here.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Saunders. #BC2#
Vovchanchyn breaks the clinch.
Saunders takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Saunders misses with a hook to the body
enabling Vovchanchyn to counter with a crisp jab.
Saunders tries to clinch there but Vovchanchyn circles away.
A countering left hand to the body from Vovchanchyn misses.
Vovchanchyn connects with the punch.#KD2#
Vovchanchyn cracks Saunders with an uppercut from hell and Saunders crumples to the canvas, he's out! Oh no, he's recovered and he's grabbed one of Vovchanchyn's legs and pulled him into guard. The ref thought about stopping it there but he's let it go - good reffing!
#ROC2#Saunders is rocked!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Vovchanchyn throws a big right hand that misses.
Oh Saunders is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Vovchanchyn content to stall in guard here.
Vovchanchyn won't allow Saunders to sweep him here. #T4#
Vovchanchyn scoring with some ground and pound.
Vovchanchyn working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Saunders seems to have got his legs back now.
Vovchanchyn pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Saunders is keeping the position for now.
Vovchanchyn throwing strikes from guard but Saunders blocks nicely.
Saunders working a defensive guard here.
Vovchanchyn throws a strike but Saunders rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Vovchanchyn tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Vovchanchyn has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Vovchanchyn doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Fedor Vovchanchyn will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Fedor Vovchanchyn's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Vovchanchyn slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Vovchanchyn lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Saunders wants to clinch.
Vovchanchyn has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Saunders finds it's way round the side to connect with Vovchanchyn's head.
Saunders doesn't manage to clinch there - Vovchanchyn circles away.
Vovchanchyn lands a nice looking kick to the body. Saunders takes a step back to recover.
Fedor Vovchanchyn seems to be getting the better of the standup.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vovchanchyn circles away from the clinch attempt#KD2#
and Vovchanchyn counters with a beautiful punch that sends Saunders to the canvas!
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!
Vovchanchyn throws a strike but Saunders rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR##T1#
Vovchanchyn pulls Saunders in close to prevent any damage. #SUB2#
Vovchanchyn looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Vovchanchyn is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Saunders utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Vovchanchyn throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Vovchanchyn in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Vovchanchyn controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T2#
Vovchanchyn trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Vovchanchyn distracts Saunders with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Saunders has momentary wrist control but Vovchanchyn slips an elbow through the middle.
Vovchanchyn is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Vovchanchyn throwing strikes but missing.
Vovchanchyn is working Saunders over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Vovchanchyn has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Saunders working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Vovchanchyn.
Vovchanchyn throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Vovchanchyn missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #T3#
Vovchanchyn controls from within his opponent's guard.
Vovchanchyn wants to control from the top but Saunders keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Saunders misses with a two punch combination.
Saunders just misses with a punch to the body.
Vovchanchyn thows a leg kick but Saunders checks it
enabling Saunders to counter with a crisp jab.
Saunders misses the shot to the body.
Saunders throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Saunders scores with a decent looking hook.
Saunders throws a poor cross that misses
and Vovchanchyn counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Saunders connects with the punch.#CL#
Saunders closes the distance and clinches. #T4#
Vovchanchyn lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Saunders tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Vovchanchyn's elbow.
Vovchanchyn lands a right hand that snaps the head of Saunders backwards.
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!
Vovchanchyn blocks the elbow strike.
#BC2#
Vovchanchyn manages to break the clinch.
Saunders misses with a body shot.
Saunders tries to clinch
and Vovchanchyn counters with a huge left! Saunders is in big trouble! He's backing up but Vovchanchyn isn't giving him chance to recover. Under a barage of punches the ref has to step in to save Saunders from any more damage. A dominating finish by Vovchanchyn!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:28 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Fedor Vovchanchyn!
After winning the bout, Fedor Vovchanchyn 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:
GAMMA#1008 Joosep v Orlando
Date: Jul 22, 2023 |
#R1#
Ward waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Vovchanchyn.
Ward misses with a hook. Vovchanchyn ducked under it nicely.
Vovchanchyn throws a head kick but Ward moves out of range.
Vovchanchyn ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Vovchanchyn takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Ward throws a right and a left that both miss.
Vovchanchyn was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.#TD2#
Ward throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Vovchanchyn was covering up waiting for the punch and Ward finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Ward 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.
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.
Vovchanchyn looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #T1#
Ward wants to control from the top but Vovchanchyn keeps moving.
Vovchanchyn 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.
Ward controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Vovchanchyn trying to control the position here.
Vovchanchyn keeping full guard, as Ward tries to pass.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB#
Vovchanchyn is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Ward lands a jab.
A punch lands to the side of Vovchanchyn 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Vovchanchyn throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Vovchanchyn throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Good work by Ward as he checks the leg kick.
Ward throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ward lands with a nice body punch.
Ward takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Vovchanchyn throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.#T3#
Nice straight punches there by Ward. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Ward.
Vovchanchyn misses with a body shot.
Vovchanchyn stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Vovchanchyn wants it to stay on the feet.
Vovchanchyn tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ward was well out of range. Poor timing from Vovchanchyn.
Vovchanchyn looks to score with a jab to the body but Ward is just out of range.
Ward swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Ward with a nice calf kick.
Vovchanchyn is looking to wear down Ward with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Ward looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Vovchanchyn takes one to the side of the head.
Vovchanchyn takes one to the side of the head.
Ward fails to land the takedown.
Fedor Vovchanchyn has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Maxim Ward.
Vovchanchyn on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#T4#
No luck for Ward with that takedown attempt.
Vovchanchyn is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Vovchanchyn comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Vovchanchyn tries to score with a low kick but Ward moves his leg out of the way.
Vovchanchyn defending well as Ward loads up on a big left hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#TD2#
Ward decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Ward is looking to advance position but Vovchanchyn won't allow it. #SUB#
Vovchanchyn is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ward pulls his head out easily.
Ward is looking to take a break and control but Vovchanchyn is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Maxim Ward dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Vovchanchyn chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Ward avoids the body shot from Vovchanchyn.
Vovchanchyn swings for the body but Ward moves out of range.
Vovchanchyn throws a shot to the body.
A slapping leg kick lands for Vovchanchyn.
Ward 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.
Ward throws a hook but Vovchanchyn blocks it.
Nice uppercut there from Ward.
Ward tries to clinch up but Vovchanchyn circles away and keeps his distance.
Ward wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Vovchanchyn takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vovchanchyn ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ward moves away.
A nice combination there by Ward.
Ward misses with a takedown attempt
and Vovchanchyn counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Ward thinking.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Vovchanchyn misses with a body shot.
#T1#
Ward shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Vovchanchyn pinned against the cage. Vovchanchyn gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Ward misses with an uppercut.
Vovchanchyn throws a body shot but no joy.
Vovchanchyn misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ward.
Vovchanchyn tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Ward lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Ward misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Fedor Vovchanchyn has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Maxim Ward.
Vovchanchyn takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Ward tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Vovchanchyn defends well and Ward ends up having to push Vovchanchyn into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Ward throws a lazy uppercut
and Vovchanchyn counters with a nice body shot.
Nice uppercut lands for Ward. That snapped Vovchanchyn's head back.
Maxim Ward seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T2#
Ward scores with a jab. Vovchanchyn acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Ward avoids the body shot from Vovchanchyn.
Ward tries for a takedown but Vovchanchyn sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Vovchanchyn looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Vovchanchyn tries to move into range but Ward moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Vovchanchyn bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#CL2#
Ward pushes Vovchanchyn up against the cage in a clinch.
Ward misses with a punch on the inside.
#BC#
Vovchanchyn breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Nice defenses there by Vovchanchyn.
Vovchanchyn throws a body punch but Ward moves out of range. #TD2#
Ward shoots in and bounces Vovchanchyn off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Ward is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Ward has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T3#
Vovchanchyn looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ward is one step ahead there.
Ward trying to control but Vovchanchyn is working from the bottom. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Ward controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Vovchanchyn is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ward 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. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
A big right from Ward misses.
Vovchanchyn misses with a body kick.
Ward flicks out a counter leg kick but Vovchanchyn steps away.
Ward swings widly with a right hand
and Vovchanchyn counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Ward misses the shot to the body.
Ward lands a nice leg kick that just misses Vovchanchyn's sensitive parts.
Ward is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Vovchanchyn.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Maxim Ward will probably get the nod - 10:9.
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. And we move into the final round!#R3#
Ward throws a big shot that misses.
Vovchanchyn went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Ward lands the left hand.
Ward scores with a nice strike.
Vovchanchyn slips under a jab from Ward.
Ward misses with a looping right.
Ward throws a sloppy body shot
and Vovchanchyn counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.#TD2#
Ward decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Vovchanchyn has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Ward is working away from the top position though.
Ward tries to pass the half guard into mount. Vovchanchyn knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Vovchanchyn wants to get back to his feet.#T1#
Ward is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Ward won't allow Vovchanchyn to get back to his feet.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Vovchanchyn is adopting a defensive guard.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Ward takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Vovchanchyn takes a swing at Ward's ribcage but misses.
Ward lands a nice hook to Vovchanchyn's body. Vovchanchyn takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Ward darts in looking for a takedown but Vovchanchyn gets double underhooks and turns Ward into the cage.
Maxim Ward is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Ward throws a body punch but Vovchanchyn moves out of range.
Fedor Vovchanchyn is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Ward looks to land a combination. Vovchanchyn sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Ward throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Vovchanchyn throws a body shot but no joy.
Ward misses with a series of wild punches.
Maxim Ward seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ward shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Vovchanchyn as he avoids it easily.
Vovchanchyn half committed to a counter leg kick.#TD2#
Ward gets the takedown into side control.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ward tries to move to mount but Vovchanchyn blocks the move with his legs.
You can see the frustration on Vovchanchyn's face as Ward controls the position.
Vovchanchyn tries to bench press Ward off him but Ward keeps the position.
Fedor Vovchanchyn has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Ward working away.
Ward just content to control the position.
Vovchanchyn tries to improve position but can't.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Ward wants to lay and pray for a moment but Vovchanchyn keeps working. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Ward looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Ward misses with the combination.
Vovchanchyn moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Ward thuds his right hand into Vovchanchyn's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#T4#
Vovchanchyn takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Vovchanchyn misses with a body shot.
Vovchanchyn comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Vovchanchyn misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Ward tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Vovchanchyn paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Vovchanchyn throws a nice outside leg kick.
Ward fails with a takedown attempt.
Fedor Vovchanchyn has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Maxim Ward.
Ward misses with a body punch
and Vovchanchyn counters with a nice low kick that buckles Ward's knee momentarily.
Jab, jab by Ward - just one landing.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ward misses with a takedown attempt
and Vovchanchyn counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Ward takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
A low kick lands for Ward.
Vovchanchyn misses with a low kick.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Maxim Ward.
Well Ward 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 William Gold scores the fight 27:30
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 27:30
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Maxim Ward!
Maxim Ward tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool. |
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Event:
GAMMA#1003 Orlando v Aurelius
Date: Jun 17, 2023 |
#R1#
Sojka throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Vovchanchyn counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CUT#It looks like Albert Sojka has been cut.#KD2#
Sojka feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Vovchanchyn sprawling to the canvas! Vovchanchyn rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Sojka finish him?!
#CUT2#It looks like Fedor Vovchanchyn has been cut.
Vovchanchyn throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Sojka lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Vovchanchyn circles away quickly and effectively.
Sojka falls off balance throwing a combination
#KD#
and Vovchanchyn counters with a right hand that sends Sojka tumbling to the canvas! Can Vovchanchyn finish him? He dives into Sojka's guard looking to do just that!#ROC#Sojka is rocked!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sojka wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Vovchanchyn manages to pass to side control.
Sojka is still in real trouble! Can Vovchanchyn finish him?
Vovchanchyn with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Vovchanchyn looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Vovchanchyn throwing shots but Sojka is blocking nicely.
Vovchanchyn scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Vovchanchyn is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Sojka!
Oooh a big shot lands for Vovchanchyn! Sojka is out! The ref dives in to save him from more punishment!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Fedor Vovchanchyn!
A victorious Fedor Vovchanchyn thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
TWGC 39 (170lbs, D2): Finals - Round 1
Date: May 24, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 7 losses; Fedor Vovchanchyn! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 28 wins and 6 losses; Gino Gambini!
The judges for this bout are Anthony Taglia, Franklyn Lucas and Lou da Vinci.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL#
Vovchanchyn gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Vovchanchyn drops down looking for an ankle pick but Gambini pulls his leg out and moves away.
Gambini is trying hard to land a takedown here. Vovchanchyn sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. #CL#
Vovchanchyn moves into the clinch successfully.
Gambini changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Vovchanchyn fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Nice sprawl there from Vovchanchyn as Gambini shoots in.
Fedor Vovchanchyn has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gino Gambini.
Gambini shoots for a double leg takedown but Vovchanchyn sprawls well. He's pushed Gambini's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. #CL#
Vovchanchyn gets a clinch.
Vovchanchyn is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Gambini is defending well.
Vovchanchyn 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.
Vovchanchyn tries for a takedown but Gambini manages to get underhooks.
Gambini stops a takedown attempt from Vovchanchyn.
Vovchanchyn looking for a takedown.
Gambini has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Vovchanchyn is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Gambini prevents the takedown attempt.
Vovchanchyn wants a takedown.
Vovchanchyn wants a takedown but no success here.
Vovchanchyn is trying to drag Gambini to the mat but Gambini just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vovchanchyn is pressed up against the cage. Gambini has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Vovchanchyn down to the mat. Vovchanchyn avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Gambini shoots in but Vovchanchyn avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Gambini looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Vovchanchyn slaps away a takedown attempt from Gambini, before circling back to the center of the mat.#CL#
Vovchanchyn moves into the clinch.#T1#
Vovchanchyn wants a takedown.
Vovchanchyn has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Gambini avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Gambini tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Vovchanchyn wants to take the fight to the mat but Gambini manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Vovchanchyn wants a takedown but no success here.
Gambini jumps guard but Vovchanchyn stands there with Gambini around his waist. Gambini gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Gambini is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Vovchanchyn to keep the fight standing.
Gambini is trying to pull guard but Vovchanchyn turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Vovchanchyn wants to take the fight to the mat but Gambini manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Vovchanchyn has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Gambini after a bit of a struggle.
Vovchanchyn drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Gambini gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Vovchanchyn is breathing heavily.
Gambini jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Vovchanchyn walks away with a smile on his face. Gambini gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. #CL#
Vovchanchyn closes the distance and clinches.
Vovchanchyn tries for a takedown but Gambini manages to get underhooks.
Vovchanchyn is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Gambini is defending well.
Vovchanchyn is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Gambini is defending well.
Gambini is trying to pull guard but Vovchanchyn turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Gambini fails to pull the fight into his guard.
#T2#
Gambini is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Vovchanchyn stops a takedown attempt from Gambini.
Gambini gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Vovchanchyn.
Gambini gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Vovchanchyn.
Gambini is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Vovchanchyn is defending well.
Gambini stops a takedown attempt from Vovchanchyn.
Vovchanchyn wants to take the fight to the mat but Gambini manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Vovchanchyn is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Gambini gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Vovchanchyn has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Gambini avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Gambini goes for a takedown in the clinch but Vovchanchyn prevents it.
Vovchanchyn is trying to drag Gambini to the mat but Gambini just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Gambini changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Vovchanchyn fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Vovchanchyn tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Gambini manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
Vovchanchyn has managed to clinch.
#T3#
Gambini gets underhooks to prevent Vovchanchyn's takedown attempt.
Vovchanchyn wants a takedown.
Gambini is looking for a takedown.
Vovchanchyn gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Gambini.
Gambini tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Vovchanchyn has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Gambini after a bit of a struggle.
Gambini tries for a takedown. No joy.
Gambini drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Vovchanchyn can't get the takedown.
Gambini fails to pull the fight into his guard.
#TD2#
Gambini successfully pulls guard.
Gambini pulls Vovchanchyn in close to prevent any damage.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
Vovchanchyn 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.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Vovchanchyn trying to control but Gambini is working from the bottom.
Gambini wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Vovchanchyn is now in half guard.
Gambini gets back to full guard.
#T5#
Gambini is pulling down on Vovchanchyn's head. It's preventing any offense from Vovchanchyn, at least for the moment.
Gambini looking for a sweep. Not yet Gambini, not yet.
Gambini trying to control the position here.
Gambini is trying to keep Vovchanchyn in close.
#T6#
Gambini pulls Vovchanchyn in to control the position.
Gambini wants to sweep but no luck.
Gambini is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Vovchanchyn controls from within his opponent's guard.
Gambini looking for a sweep. Not yet Gambini, not yet. #T7#
Gambini controlling Vovchanchyn's posture.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gambini's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Vovchanchyn works a leg free and moves into half guard. #T8#
Gambini trying to control here.
Gambini gets back to full guard.
Gambini has control of Vovchanchyn's left arm, preventing Vovchanchyn from doing any damage.
Gambini controls Vovchanchyn momentarily but Vovchanchyn frees himself. #T9#
Gambini looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Gambini looking for a sweep. Not yet Gambini, not yet.
Vovchanchyn is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Gambini wants to sweep here but Vovchanchyn controlling him for the moment. #T10#
Gambini can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Vovchanchyn controls the pace.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Gambini is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Vovchanchyn (0) vs (2) Gambini
Vovchanchyn can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Gambini controls the pace.
Vovchanchyn 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.
Gambini stays in close to Vovchanchyn's body and controls the position. #T11#
Vovchanchyn lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Vovchanchyn (2) vs (2) Gambini
Vovchanchyn won't allow Gambini to sweep him here.
Gambini working a defensive guard here.
Gambini being controlled here, momentarily.
Vovchanchyn has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T12#
Gambini wants to improve his position but instead Vovchanchyn has moved into half guard.
Gambini manages to get to full guard.
#T13#
Gambini can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Vovchanchyn controls the pace.
Gambini lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Vovchanchyn (2) vs (4) Gambini
Vovchanchyn keeping full guard, as Gambini tries to pass.
Vovchanchyn keeping moving, preventing Gambini from controlling successfully.
Gambini sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T14#
Gambini passes Vovchanchyn's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Gambini stalling.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Gambini wins on points by 4 to 2.
Jumping up and down and very excited, Gino Gambini waved his t-shirt featuring Silverback Sweatshop's logo in front of the cameras. |
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Event:
TWGC 39 (170lbs, D2): Montreal Qualifier - Round 2
Date: May 16, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 7 losses; Fedor Vovchanchyn! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Suzaku Kururugi!
The judges for this bout are Steve Smith, William Peck and Elvis Blanc.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Kururugi moves in looking to clinch but Vovchanchyn pushes him off.#CL#
Vovchanchyn closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Vovchanchyn stops a takedown attempt from Kururugi.
Vovchanchyn is looking to take this one to the mat.
Vovchanchyn has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Kururugi is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Vovchanchyn wants a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Fedor Vovchanchyn. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Vovchanchyn tries for a takedown. No joy.
Vovchanchyn wants a takedown.
Kururugi is working for takedown but Vovchanchyn is calmly controlling the position for now.
Vovchanchyn stops a takedown attempt from Kururugi.
Vovchanchyn is looking to take this one to the mat.
Kururugi gets underhooks to prevent Vovchanchyn's takedown attempt.
Vovchanchyn wants to take the fight to the mat but Kururugi manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Kururugi wants a takedown but no success here.
Vovchanchyn is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Kururugi is defending well.
Kururugi stops a takedown attempt from Vovchanchyn.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vovchanchyn is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Vovchanchyn drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Vovchanchyn is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Kururugi pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Vovchanchyn is breathing heavily.
Vovchanchyn goes for a takedown attempt but Kururugi pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
#CL#
Vovchanchyn has closed the distance and engaged Kururugi in a clinch.
#T1##TD2#
Kururugi tightens his grip and picks Vovchanchyn up, before dumping him to the ground. Vovchanchyn manages to land in guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Vovchanchyn (0) vs (2) Kururugi#SUB2#
Kururugi has gone for a leg lock! Vovchanchyn slips out almost immediately though and dives into Kururugi's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Vovchanchyn (2) vs (2) Kururugi
Vovchanchyn trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Vovchanchyn engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Kururugi is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #T2#
Kururugi is looking to sweep but instead, Vovchanchyn has passed into half guard.
Kururugi trying to hold on to Vovchanchyn's head to control him but Vovchanchyn postures up.
Vovchanchyn seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Vovchanchyn is looking to advance position but Kururugi won't allow it. #T3#
Vovchanchyn content to control rather than advance. #T4#
Vovchanchyn tries to pass the half guard into mount. Kururugi knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Vovchanchyn keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#T5#
Vovchanchyn is looking to advance position but Kururugi won't allow it.
Still in half guard, Vovchanchyn seems content to control.
Vovchanchyn trying to pass the guard but Kururugi defending well.
Vovchanchyn frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Vovchanchyn (5) vs (2) Kururugi
Vovchanchyn avoids the attempt from Kururugi to control.#T6#
Kururugi tries to reverse the position but Vovchanchyn maintains control.
Vovchanchyn is trying to take his opponent's back.
Vovchanchyn controlling from the full mount.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kururugi is trying desperately to improve position.#T7#
Vovchanchyn with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Kururugi is looking to improve his position but Vovchanchyn isn't that keen on the idea.
Vovchanchyn takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T8#
Kururugi really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Vovchanchyn controlling the position easily from mount. #T9#
Vovchanchyn is trying to take his opponent's back.
Vovchanchyn controlling his opponent.
Vovchanchyn has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T10#
Kururugi is trying desperately to improve position.
Vovchanchyn takes his opponent's back. Perhaps a chance to lock up a rear naked choke here.
Score +3 for taking back: Vovchanchyn (8) vs (2) Kururugi
Vovchanchyn is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.#T11##T12#
You can see the frustration on Kururugi's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
#T13#
Vovchanchyn controlling the position well here. Kururugi rolled but Vovchanchyn kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
#T14#
Kururugi trying to control but not successfully.
Vovchanchyn controlling the position well here. Kururugi rolled but Vovchanchyn kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Vovchanchyn takes the fight on points by 8 to 2.
Fedor Vovchanchyn thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
TWGC 39 (170lbs, D2): Montreal Qualifier - Round 1
Date: May 15, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 3 losses; Bobby Bomstaerk! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 7 losses; Fedor Vovchanchyn!
The judges for this bout are Gregory Folan, Steve Smith and Yves DeLean.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Bomstaerk tries to clinch but Vovchanchyn moves out of range. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Bomstaerk is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Vovchanchyn gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Vovchanchyn goes for a takedown attempt but Bomstaerk pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
#CL2#
Vovchanchyn pushes Bomstaerk up against the cage in a clinch.
Vovchanchyn is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Vovchanchyn tries for a takedown but Bomstaerk manages to get underhooks.
Bobby Bomstaerk has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Fedor Vovchanchyn.
Vovchanchyn goes for a takedown in the clinch but Bomstaerk prevents it.
Vovchanchyn is working for takedown but Bomstaerk is calmly controlling the position for now.
Bomstaerk is working for takedown but Vovchanchyn is calmly controlling the position for now.
Vovchanchyn prevents the takedown attempt.
Vovchanchyn stops a takedown attempt from Bomstaerk.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vovchanchyn prevents a takedown attempt there.
Vovchanchyn goes for a takedown attempt but Bomstaerk pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
#CL2#
Vovchanchyn gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Vovchanchyn is looking for a takedown.#T1#
Vovchanchyn changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Bomstaerk fights it off and pushes away nicely.
#CL2#
Vovchanchyn closes the distance and pushes Bomstaerk back into the cage.
Bomstaerk has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Vovchanchyn is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Bomstaerk drops down looking for an ankle pick but Vovchanchyn pulls his leg out and moves away.
#CL2#
Bomstaerk gets tackled into the cage by Vovchanchyn. Vovchanchyn maintains the clinch.
Bomstaerk is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Vovchanchyn pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Vovchanchyn is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Bomstaerk is defending well.
Bomstaerk is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Vovchanchyn gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Bomstaerk is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Vovchanchyn goes for a takedown attempt but Bomstaerk pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
#CL2#
Vovchanchyn has managed to clinch.
Vovchanchyn has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Bomstaerk avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Vovchanchyn prevents the takedown attempt.
Vovchanchyn drops down looking for an ankle pick but Bomstaerk pulls his leg out and moves away.
#T2##CL2#
Vovchanchyn drives through and clinches with Bomstaerk against the cage.
Vovchanchyn is trying to drag Bomstaerk to the mat but Bomstaerk just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Bomstaerk looking for a takedown.
Vovchanchyn is looking to take this one to the mat.
Vovchanchyn is pressed up against the cage. Bomstaerk has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Vovchanchyn down to the mat. Vovchanchyn avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #CL2#
Vovchanchyn closes the distance and clinches.
Vovchanchyn drops down looking for an ankle pick but Bomstaerk pulls his leg out and moves away.
Bomstaerk tries to clinch but Vovchanchyn moves out of range. #CL2#
Vovchanchyn moves into range and clinches up with Bomstaerk.
Vovchanchyn is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Bomstaerk gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Vovchanchyn wants to take the fight to the mat but Bomstaerk manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Bomstaerk drops down looking for an ankle pick but Vovchanchyn pulls his leg out and moves away.
#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Vovchanchyn changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Bomstaerk fights it off and pushes away nicely.
#T3#
Vovchanchyn stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Vovchanchyn wants it to stay on the feet.#CL#
Bomstaerk closes the distance and clinches.
Vovchanchyn tries for a takedown but Bomstaerk manages to get underhooks.
Vovchanchyn drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Vovchanchyn wants a takedown but no success here.
Bomstaerk is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Vovchanchyn is trying to drag Bomstaerk to the mat but Bomstaerk just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Vovchanchyn looks winded!#TD#
Vovchanchyn is fighting off a takedown attempt but Bomstaerk is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Vovchanchyn to the mat. Vovchanchyn regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Bomstaerk (2) vs (0) Vovchanchyn
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Bomstaerk trying to control the position from guard on top but Vovchanchyn is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4#
Bomstaerk tries to free his leg and advance position but Vovchanchyn is retaining full guard.
Vovchanchyn keeping moving, preventing Bomstaerk from controlling successfully.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Vovchanchyn is pulling down on Bomstaerk's head. It's preventing any offense from Bomstaerk, at least for the moment.
Bomstaerk trying to control the position from guard on top but Vovchanchyn is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T5#
Bomstaerk passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Bomstaerk (5) vs (0) Vovchanchyn
Bomstaerk taking a break here but Vovchanchyn is having none of it and regains half guard.
Bomstaerk is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Bomstaerk is trying to control. Vovchanchyn wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T6##SUB#
Bomstaerk is looking for a kimura but Vovchanchyn is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Bomstaerk to get the leverage.
Bomstaerk wants to control but Vovchanchyn is keeping him busy.
Vovchanchyn tries to get to full guard but Bomstaerk has control of the leg. #SUB#
Bomstaerk is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Vovchanchyn is staying active underneath Bomstaerk, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB#
Bomstaerk is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB#
Bomstaerk is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Vovchanchyn defends it well. #T7##SUB#
Bomstaerk is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Bomstaerk wants to take a breather but Vovchanchyn is having none of it.
Vovchanchyn tries to roll over but Bomstaerk keeps him under control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bomstaerk is stalling here. Vovchanchyn is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Bomstaerk seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Vovchanchyn has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Bomstaerk (5) vs (4) Vovchanchyn
Bomstaerk stops Vovchanchyn from passing to mount.
Bomstaerk gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! Score +2 for reaching mount: Bomstaerk (5) vs (6) Vovchanchyn#T8#
Vovchanchyn controlling from mount.
Bomstaerk is trying desperately to improve position.
Vovchanchyn takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Vovchanchyn manages to capitalize on a mistake by Bomstaerk to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Bomstaerk (5) vs (9) Vovchanchyn
Bomstaerk can't escape the position.
Vovchanchyn just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
#T9#
Bomstaerk tries to roll but Vovchanchyn sticks to his back.
Vovchanchyn controlling from the back.
Bomstaerk tries to escape but Vovchanchyn has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Vovchanchyn has good solid back control here.
Bomstaerk tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Bomstaerk tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Vovchanchyn controlling from the full mount. #T10#
Bomstaerk regains half guard.
Bomstaerk tries to roll over but Vovchanchyn keeps him under control.
Bomstaerk is working hard here to advance position.#SUB#
Bomstaerk looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Bomstaerk is trying to get back to full guard.#T11#
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Bomstaerk moves into full guard.
Vovchanchyn stopping the sweep attempt from Bomstaerk.#SUB#
Bomstaerk looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Vovchanchyn passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Bomstaerk (5) vs (12) Vovchanchyn#T12#
Bomstaerk is trying to get back to half guard.
You can see the frustration on Bomstaerk's face as Vovchanchyn controls the position.
Bomstaerk is looking for a sweep.
Bomstaerk gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Vovchanchyn passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Bomstaerk! Score +3 for passing guard: Bomstaerk (5) vs (15) Vovchanchyn
Bomstaerk is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Kaptajnernes Træningscenter, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Bomstaerk working to try and regain half guard.
#T13#
Vovchanchyn controlling from the full mount.
Bomstaerk is trying to escape the mount.
Vovchanchyn wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Vovchanchyn controlling from mount.
Bomstaerk tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Vovchanchyn pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
#T14#
Bomstaerk sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Vovchanchyn takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bomstaerk is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Vovchanchyn takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Bomstaerk is looking for a sweep. Vovchanchyn is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Vovchanchyn wins on points by 15 to 5.
A victorious Fedor Vovchanchyn thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
SSG 135 Bandini vs Gambini
Date: Apr 23, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 7 losses; Alexander Maximus! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 6 losses; Fedor Vovchanchyn!
The judges for this bout are Anthony Taglia, David Schapiro and Lou da Vinci.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL2#
Vovchanchyn rushes Maximus and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Vovchanchyn has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Maximus after a bit of a struggle.
Vovchanchyn is looking for a takedown.
Maximus goes for a takedown in the clinch but Vovchanchyn prevents it.
Maximus changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Vovchanchyn fights it off and pushes away nicely.
#CL2#
Vovchanchyn closes the distance and clinches.
Maximus drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Vovchanchyn gets the underhooks and prevents it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Alexander Maximus. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Maximus drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Maximus has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Vovchanchyn avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Maximus is pressed up against the cage. Vovchanchyn has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Maximus down to the mat. Maximus avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Maximus shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Vovchanchyn as he jumps to the side.
Vovchanchyn wants to counter with a clinch but Maximus pushes him away.#CL2#
Vovchanchyn moves into the clinch.
Vovchanchyn goes for a takedown in the clinch but Maximus prevents it.
#T1#
Maximus is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Vovchanchyn pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Maximus prevents a takedown attempt there.
Vovchanchyn changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Maximus fights it off and pushes away nicely.
#CL2#
Vovchanchyn closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Vovchanchyn wants a takedown but no success here.
Maximus is looking to take this one to the mat.
Vovchanchyn goes for a takedown attempt but Maximus pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Vovchanchyn keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Maximus looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#CL2#
Vovchanchyn instigates a clinch.
Vovchanchyn is looking to take this one to the mat.
Vovchanchyn goes for a takedown in the clinch but Maximus prevents it.
#T2#
Vovchanchyn is looking to take this one to the mat.
Maximus has Vovchanchyn pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Vovchanchyn manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. #TD#
Maximus gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Vovchanchyn regains guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Maximus (2) vs (0) Vovchanchyn
Maximus looking to pass the guard.
Maximus's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Maximus won't allow Vovchanchyn to sweep him here.
Maximus showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Maximus passes Vovchanchyn's left leg - he's now in half guard. #T3#
Maximus controlling the pace.
Maximus is trying to control. Vovchanchyn wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Vovchanchyn is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Vovchanchyn wants to control but Maximus is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T4#
Vovchanchyn is looking for a sweep. Maximus is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Vovchanchyn trying to hold on to Maximus's head to control him but Maximus postures up.
Vovchanchyn 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.
Well, if Maximus 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.
Maximus works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Maximus (5) vs (0) Vovchanchyn
Vovchanchyn is in all sorts of trouble here.
#T5#
Maximus looking to control and managing it successfully.
Maximus works his way to his opponent's back.
Score +3 for taking back: Maximus (8) vs (0) Vovchanchyn
Vovchanchyn trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Vovchanchyn staying busy and making it hard for Maximus to control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Maximus keeps control of the position as Vovchanchyn tries to break free.
Vovchanchyn trying to control the action but Maximus just sinks the hooks in.
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.
#T6#
Maximus seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Vovchanchyn for as long as he can get away with.
Vovchanchyn trying to control the action but Maximus just sinks the hooks in.
Vovchanchyn staying busy and making it hard for Maximus to control.
Maximus just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
#T7#
Vovchanchyn is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Maximus trying to control.
Vovchanchyn is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Maximus off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
Maximus just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
I really don't envy Vovchanchyn right now.
Maximus keeps control of the position easily here as Vovchanchyn tries to buck him off.
Will Maximus go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
#T8#
Vovchanchyn is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#SUB#
Maximus looking for the RNC. #SUB#
Maximus is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Vovchanchyn is defending well though. Maximus let's go of the attempt for now.
Vovchanchyn rolls, trying to escape but Maximus keeps control of the position.
Vovchanchyn trying to control the hands but Maximus won't let him.
Maximus tries to keep control of the position but Vovchanchyn is staying busy.
Maximus is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
#T9#
Vovchanchyn wants to escape the position.
Vovchanchyn looking very determined here, making life difficult for Maximus.
Maximus trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Vovchanchyn doesn't escape.
Maximus not allowing Vovchanchyn to control his hands.
Maximus controlling the position well here. Vovchanchyn rolled but Maximus kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
#T10#
Maximus gets his hands free as Vovchanchyn looks to control.
What can Vovchanchyn do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Vovchanchyn is keeping busy.
#T11#
Maximus is trying to stick to Vovchanchyn's back but Vovchanchyn is turning into Maximus. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Maximus's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Vovchanchyn. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Maximus (8) vs (2) Vovchanchyn
Vovchanchyn controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Maximus is trying to keep Vovchanchyn in close.
Vovchanchyn trying to control but Maximus is working from the bottom. #T12##SUB2#
Vovchanchyn drops back looking for a leg! Maximus is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Maximus manages to kick Vovchanchyn off! Vovchanchyn jumps back into Maximus's guard.
Maximus can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Vovchanchyn controls the pace.
Maximus looking for a sweep. Not yet Maximus, not yet.
Vovchanchyn stays in close to Maximus's body and controls the position.
Maximus keeping moving, preventing Vovchanchyn from controlling successfully. #T13#
Maximus seems keen to control Vovchanchyn's posture.
Vovchanchyn trying to control but Maximus is working from the bottom.
Maximus wants to sweep here but Vovchanchyn controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Maximus has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Vovchanchyn doesn't defend quickly enough and Maximus has managed to lock this one up! Can Vovchanchyn escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Maximus on a fantastic submission victory.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 14:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Alexander Maximus!
After winning the bout, Alexander Maximus 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:
SSG 132 Bandini vs Chai
Date: Apr 16, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 5 losses; Fedor Vovchanchyn! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Gaston Juncker!
The judges for this bout are Bruno Lombardi, Reed Andrews and Franklyn Lucas.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Juncker shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Vovchanchyn as he jumps to the side.
Vovchanchyn tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Juncker manages to circle out of the way.
Juncker fails with a takedown attempt from distance.#CL#
Vovchanchyn rushes Juncker and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Vovchanchyn wants a takedown.
Vovchanchyn goes for a takedown attempt but Juncker pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Juncker fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Fedor Vovchanchyn has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gaston Juncker.#CL#
Juncker tries to keep at a distance but Vovchanchyn has taken the fight into the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Juncker is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Vovchanchyn gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Vovchanchyn tries for a takedown but Juncker manages to get underhooks.
Vovchanchyn can't get the takedown.
Vovchanchyn is looking to take this one to the mat.
Juncker prevents a takedown attempt there.
Vovchanchyn 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.#T1#
Vovchanchyn is looking for a takedown.
Juncker is trying to drag Vovchanchyn to the mat but Vovchanchyn just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Vovchanchyn is trying to drag Juncker to the mat but Juncker just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Vovchanchyn has Juncker pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Juncker manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Juncker has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Vovchanchyn avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Vovchanchyn has Juncker pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Juncker manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Juncker gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Vovchanchyn.
#TD2#
Juncker gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Vovchanchyn regains guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Vovchanchyn (0) vs (2) Juncker
Juncker stays in close to Vovchanchyn's body and controls the position.
Vovchanchyn keeping full guard, as Juncker tries to pass. #T2#
Vovchanchyn looking for a sweep. Not yet Vovchanchyn, not yet.
Juncker stays in close to Vovchanchyn's body and controls the position.
Vovchanchyn looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Juncker content to stall in guard here. #T3#
Vovchanchyn pulls Juncker in close to prevent any damage.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
Vovchanchyn wants to sweep here but Juncker controlling him for the moment.
Juncker pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Vovchanchyn is keeping the position for now.
Juncker is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Juncker looking to sit in guard and control but Vovchanchyn gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Vovchanchyn (2) vs (2) Juncker#T5#
Juncker keeping moving, preventing Vovchanchyn from controlling successfully.
Vovchanchyn controlling from the top position.
Vovchanchyn trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Juncker tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Vovchanchyn controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T6#
Vovchanchyn postures up.
Vovchanchyn sitting in guard here, content to control.
Vovchanchyn trying to control but Juncker is working from the bottom.
Juncker keeping full guard, as Vovchanchyn tries to pass.
Juncker is trying to control the position but Vovchanchyn postures up.
Juncker keeping full guard, as Vovchanchyn tries to pass. #T7#
Juncker tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Juncker controlling Vovchanchyn's posture.
Vovchanchyn wants to control from the top but Juncker keeps moving.
Juncker has control of Vovchanchyn's left arm, preventing Vovchanchyn from doing any damage.
Juncker keeping moving, preventing Vovchanchyn from controlling successfully.
Vovchanchyn tries to free his leg and advance position but Juncker is retaining full guard. #T8#
Juncker working a defensive guard here.
Juncker is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Vovchanchyn won't allow Juncker to sweep him here.
Juncker looking to control.
Juncker can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Vovchanchyn controls the pace.
Vovchanchyn'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.#T9##SUB2#
Juncker working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Vovchanchyn doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Juncker is tightening it up a little... Vovchanchyn has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Vovchanchyn reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Vovchanchyn taps out! Nice BJJ there by Juncker!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 9:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Gaston Juncker!
Gaston Juncker bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it. |
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Event:
TD19
Date: Mar 10, 2023 |
#R1##TD#
McCarthy closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Vovchanchyn's guard.
McCarthy wants to control from the top but Vovchanchyn keeps moving.
Vovchanchyn controlling McCarthy's posture.
McCarthy is looking to work some ground and pound but Vovchanchyn has wrist control.
McCarthy tries to free his leg and advance position but Vovchanchyn is retaining full guard.
McCarthy preventing the sweep.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vovchanchyn keeping moving, preventing McCarthy from controlling successfully.
Vovchanchyn managing to control the position.
Vovchanchyn wants to sweep here but McCarthy controlling him for the moment. #T1#
McCarthy trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
McCarthy with a flurry of punches that miss.
Vovchanchyn keeping moving, preventing McCarthy from controlling successfully.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
McCarthy loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
McCarthy trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
McCarthy working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
McCarthy looking to pass the guard. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
McCarthy swings for the body but Vovchanchyn moves out of range.
McCarthy throws a sloppy body shot
and McCarthy takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T2#
Vovchanchyn throws a sloppy head kick
and McCarthy counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Vovchanchyn uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from McCarthy.
Vovchanchyn throws an ugly left hook that misses
and McCarthy counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
McCarthy looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Cormac McCarthy seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Vovchanchyn takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
McCarthy misses with a left hand
and Vovchanchyn connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Vovchanchyn misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from McCarthy.
McCarthy shoots in for a double leg but Vovchanchyn sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
A looping hook to the body misses from McCarthy. Vovchanchyn does a little dance to reset his feet.
McCarthy doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Vovchanchyn counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#TD#
McCarthy shoots in and gets a takedown into Vovchanchyn's guard.#T3#
McCarthy postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Vovchanchyn holds on and takes a little breather.
McCarthy stands and throws Vovchanchyn's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Vovchanchyn is looking to regain half guard here but McCarthy keeps moving and retains side control.
You can see the frustration on Vovchanchyn's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Vovchanchyn defending against the ground and pound.
Vovchanchyn is not content to let McCarthy control the position.
McCarthy tries to score with some ground and pound. Vovchanchyn controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage. #T4#
Vovchanchyn tries to get back to half guard but can't.
McCarthy has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
McCarthy wants to lay and pray for a moment but Vovchanchyn keeps working.
McCarthy is working Vovchanchyn over with some ground and pound from side control.
McCarthy fails to land a wild elbow strike.
The strikes coming from McCarthy are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
McCarthy trying to control the action but Vovchanchyn is working from the bottom.
Vovchanchyn managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by McCarthy.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Cormac McCarthy dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Vovchanchyn throws a lazy head kick #TD#
and McCarthy counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Vovchanchyn avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
McCarthy controlling from the top position.
Vovchanchyn is pulling down on McCarthy's head. It's preventing any offense from McCarthy, at least for the moment.
McCarthy throwing strikes from guard but Vovchanchyn blocks nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCarthy sitting in guard here, content to control.
McCarthy loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T1#
McCarthy throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Vovchanchyn utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Vovchanchyn has McCarthy pulled in close to control his posture.
McCarthy trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as McCarthy accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
McCarthy looking to pass the guard.
McCarthy looking to sit in guard and control but Vovchanchyn gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Vovchanchyn missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
McCarthy is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#T2#
McCarthy looking to control.
McCarthy looking for a sweep. Not yet McCarthy, not yet.
McCarthy is trying to control the position but Vovchanchyn postures up.
McCarthy throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
McCarthy moves out of range as Vovchanchyn throws a body kick.
A counter left hand to the body from McCarthy misses its target.
McCarthy fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
McCarthy swings for the body but Vovchanchyn moves out of range.
McCarthy throws a body punch but Vovchanchyn moves out of range.
Nice defenses there by McCarthy.
Vovchanchyn gets cracked there but stands up to it.
McCarthy walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.#T3#
McCarthy is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
McCarthy misses with a body shot.
McCarthy misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Vovchanchyn.
Vovchanchyn smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Vovchanchyn lands an overhand right.
Vovchanchyn is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by McCarthy.
McCarthy jabs Vovchanchyn to the body, keeping him at a distance.
McCarthy on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Vovchanchyn throws a shot from downtown. McCarthy moves away and avoids it.
Nice body punch from McCarthy. #T4#
McCarthy cracks a nice hook into Vovchanchyn's ribs.
McCarthy closes the distance but Vovchanchyn moves to the side
and Vovchanchyn connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
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!
Vovchanchyn throws a combination but it was largely blocked by McCarthy.
Vovchanchyn takes a shot to the body in his stride.
McCarthy ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Vovchanchyn moves away.
Vovchanchyn throws a fast counter high kick but McCarthy manages to duck under it in time.
Vovchanchyn avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
McCarthy throws a body punch but Vovchanchyn moves out of range.
Vovchanchyn looks like he wants to counter punch here.
McCarthy fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Fedor Vovchanchyn seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Nice uppercut lands for Vovchanchyn. That snapped McCarthy's head back.
Vovchanchyn misses with a body shot.
An attempted straight right counter from McCarthy misses the target.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Cormac McCarthy 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. This is the final round!#R3##TD#
McCarthy scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
The strikes coming from McCarthy are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
McCarthy tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
McCarthy is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Vovchanchyn can do to turn this around?
McCarthy wants to lay and pray for a moment but Vovchanchyn keeps working.
McCarthy working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Vovchanchyn 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.
Vovchanchyn is trying to control McCarthy's posture but McCarthy avoids it.
McCarthy throwing strikes but Vovchanchyn manages to buck up and roll into a nice reversal - now he's on top in side control!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCarthy is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
McCarthy gets full guard.
Vovchanchyn stopping the sweep attempt from McCarthy.#T1#
McCarthy is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Vovchanchyn stopping the sweep attempt from McCarthy.
Vovchanchyn trying to control the position from guard on top but McCarthy is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
McCarthy looking for a sweep. Not yet McCarthy, not yet.
Cormac McCarthy overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Vovchanchyn postures up in McCarthy's guard and throws a big left but McCarthy blocks it.
McCarthy tries to land a sweep but no joy. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Vovchanchyn swings for the body but McCarthy moves out of range.
Vovchanchyn moves away from the strike by McCarthy.
Fedor Vovchanchyn is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Vovchanchyn throws an ugly left hook that misses
and McCarthy counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
McCarthy lands a jab to Vovchanchyn's midsection.
Vovchanchyn takes one to the side of the head.
Vovchanchyn wants to land a leg kick but McCarthy is out of range.
McCarthy steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Vovchanchyn.
Vovchanchyn fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McCarthy manages to avoid it.
Vovchanchyn misses with a straight left.
Fedor Vovchanchyn has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3##CL#
McCarthy darts in and clinches Vovchanchyn up against the cage.
McCarthy misses with a hook to the ribs.
Vovchanchyn has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Vovchanchyn misses with a shot to the kidneys.
McCarthy tries for a takedown but Vovchanchyn manages to get underhooks.
McCarthy tries a body shot but Vovchanchyn blocks it.
McCarthy can't find room to land a body shot as Vovchanchyn controls the action.
McCarthy goes for a takedown attempt but Vovchanchyn pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
#TD#
McCarthy gets a takedown into half guard.
McCarthy tries to pass to full mount but Vovchanchyn defends it. #T4#
Vovchanchyn is looking to improve his position.
McCarthy wants to control but Vovchanchyn is keeping him busy.
Vovchanchyn has hold of McCarthy's hands but McCarthy slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
McCarthy working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Cormac McCarthy is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Vovchanchyn is in trouble now - McCarthy has advanced to mount!
McCarthy controlling his opponent.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Vovchanchyn tries to reverse the position but McCarthy maintains control.
McCarthy sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
And that's the end of the fight!
Cormac McCarthy showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for McCarthy, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge John Kavanagh scores the fight 30:27
Judge Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 29:28
Judge David Schapiro scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Cormac McCarthy!
A victorious Cormac McCarthy thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
SSG 104 Gomes vs Rua
Date: Feb 12, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 5 losses; Fedor Vovchanchyn! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 6 losses; Dusty Rhodeo!
The judges for this bout are Mauricio Rocha, Luis Engracia and Edson Gomes.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Vovchanchyn clinches.
Vovchanchyn is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Rhodeo pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Rhodeo fails to pull guard.
Vovchanchyn has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Rhodeo avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Vovchanchyn can't get the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Fedor Vovchanchyn. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Vovchanchyn has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Rhodeo after a bit of a struggle.
Vovchanchyn looking for a takedown.
Rhodeo gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Vovchanchyn.
Vovchanchyn changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Rhodeo fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Vovchanchyn has been working on his boxing with his coaches at SSJ Gym in the buildup to the fight.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Vovchanchyn tries for a takedown. No joy.
Vovchanchyn goes for a takedown in the clinch but Rhodeo prevents it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rhodeo tries to pull guard but Vovchanchyn forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Vovchanchyn drops down looking for an ankle pick but Rhodeo pulls his leg out and moves away.
Vovchanchyn circles away from the clinch attempt.
Fedor Vovchanchyn seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Vovchanchyn is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Rhodeo gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Vovchanchyn changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Rhodeo fights it off and pushes away nicely.
#T1##CL#
Vovchanchyn forces Rhodeo back against the cage and clinches.
Rhodeo is trying to pull guard but Vovchanchyn has him pressed against the cage.
Vovchanchyn drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Vovchanchyn drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
#TD2#
Rhodeo decides to pull guard. #SUB2#
Rhodeo is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Vovchanchyn defends well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rhodeo is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB2#
Rhodeo has an active guard here but Vovchanchyn has managed to pass into half guard.
#SUB2#
Rhodeo is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Vovchanchyn pulls his head out easily. #T2#
Vovchanchyn performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Rhodeo is trying to get back to full guard.
Rhodeo trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Vovchanchyn manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Vovchanchyn (3) vs (0) Rhodeo
Rhodeo tries to hold on but Vovchanchyn pushes him away.
Rhodeo tries to control Vovchanchyn's body but Vovchanchyn pushes him off. Rhodeo squirms to his side and now Vovchanchyn has his back! Score +3 for taking back: Vovchanchyn (6) vs (0) Rhodeo
I really don't envy Rhodeo right now.
#T3#
Vovchanchyn biding his time, looking for the opening.
Rhodeo tries to escape but Vovchanchyn has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Vovchanchyn controls the position.
Rhodeo rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
#SUB2#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Rhodeo looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Rhodeo looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Vovchanchyn passes into side control, despite Rhodeo's attempt to control the position.
Score +3 for passing guard: Vovchanchyn (9) vs (0) Rhodeo
Vovchanchyn controlling the position from side mount. #T4#
Vovchanchyn advances nicely into full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Vovchanchyn (11) vs (0) Rhodeo
Rhodeo reaches up to try and control the position but Vovchanchyn seems to have an arm triangle now! Uh oh! Rhodeo rolls and tries to escape and now Vovchanchyn has his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Vovchanchyn (14) vs (0) Rhodeo
Rhodeo can't escape the position.
Rhodeo rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Rhodeo trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Vovchanchyn manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Vovchanchyn (17) vs (0) Rhodeo
Vovchanchyn prevents Rhodeo from getting the reversal.
Rhodeo is still trying to improve position.
Rhodeo is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#T5#
Vovchanchyn controlling from mount.
Vovchanchyn takes Rhodeo's back. Could be looking for a rear naked choke here - either way, Rhodeo is in trouble. Score +3 for taking back: Vovchanchyn (20) vs (0) Rhodeo
Vovchanchyn biding his time, controlling Rhodeo.
You can see the frustration on Rhodeo's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
#T6#
Vovchanchyn is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Rhodeo can't escape the position.
Rhodeo trying to control the hands but Vovchanchyn breaks the grip.
Rhodeo is trying to break free.
Vovchanchyn is not going to allow Rhodeo to sit and survive in this position.
Vovchanchyn is hanging on to Rhodeo's back as he tries to escape.
Vovchanchyn has good solid back control here. #T7#
Vovchanchyn doesn't have the hooks in and Rhodeo manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Vovchanchyn (20) vs (2) Rhodeo
Rhodeo advances to half guard.
Vovchanchyn is holding on to half guard well.
Vovchanchyn trying to control here.
Rhodeo wants to take a breather but Vovchanchyn is having none of it.
Rhodeo works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Vovchanchyn (20) vs (5) Rhodeo#T8#
Rhodeo working away.
Vovchanchyn is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Rhodeo is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Rhodeo in side control, just content to control the action for now. #SUB2#
Rhodeo is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Vovchanchyn knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Rhodeo controls the position.#T9#
Rhodeo is trying to move to mount but Vovchanchyn reverses beautifully and ends up in Rhodeo's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Vovchanchyn (22) vs (5) Rhodeo#SUB2#
Rhodeo working for a triangle but Vovchanchyn defends it easily.
Vovchanchyn is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB2#
Rhodeo working for submissions but it's allowed Vovchanchyn to get to half guard.
#SUB2#
Rhodeo is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Vovchanchyn pulls his head out easily. #T10##SUB2#
Rhodeo looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Vovchanchyn pushes past his half guard into mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Vovchanchyn (25) vs (5) Rhodeo
Rhodeo is in all sorts of trouble here.
Rhodeo wants to control but Vovchanchyn is having none of it.
Vovchanchyn controlling the position easily from mount.
Rhodeo tries to reverse the position but Vovchanchyn maintains control.
Vovchanchyn wants to take Rhodeo's back but he can't do it this time. #T11#
Rhodeo can't escape the position.
Rhodeo reaches up to try and control the position but Vovchanchyn seems to have an arm triangle now! Uh oh! Rhodeo rolls and tries to escape and now Vovchanchyn has his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Vovchanchyn (28) vs (5) Rhodeo
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.
Rhodeo is trying to break free.
Rhodeo trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Vovchanchyn controlling well, preventing Rhodeo from escaping the position.
Rhodeo wants to control his opponent's hands but Vovchanchyn gets his hands free.
Vovchanchyn is trying to stick to Rhodeo's back but Rhodeo is turning into Vovchanchyn. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Vovchanchyn's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Rhodeo. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Vovchanchyn (28) vs (7) Rhodeo#T12#
Rhodeo trying to control the position from guard on top but Vovchanchyn is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Rhodeo controlling from the top position.
Rhodeo forces his way into half guard.
Rhodeo seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Vovchanchyn does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T13#
Well, if Rhodeo 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.
#SUB2#
Rhodeo is looking for a kimura but Vovchanchyn is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Rhodeo to get the leverage.
Rhodeo is looking to advance position but Vovchanchyn won't allow it.
Rhodeo wants to take a breather but Vovchanchyn is having none of it. #SUB2#
Rhodeo is trying to work for a kimura but Vovchanchyn is defending well.
Vovchanchyn is looking to control Rhodeo's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Vovchanchyn avoid being mounted?#T14#
Rhodeo stalling away here and it's allowed Vovchanchyn to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Rhodeo looking to sit in guard and control but Vovchanchyn gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Vovchanchyn (30) vs (7) Rhodeo#SUB2#
Rhodeo is looking for a triangle here but Vovchanchyn uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Vovchanchyn (33) vs (7) Rhodeo
Rhodeo is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Vovchanchyn is one step ahead and moves to full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Vovchanchyn (35) vs (7) Rhodeo
Rhodeo really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rhodeo wants to control but Vovchanchyn is having none of it.
Rhodeo is wriggling around trying to escape.
And that's the end of the fight!
Vovchanchyn takes the fight on points by 35 to 7.
A victorious Fedor Vovchanchyn thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
SSG 101 Hlervu vs Banner
Date: Feb 05, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 5 losses; Fedor Vovchanchyn! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 17 wins and 5 losses; Tim Smooth!
The judges for this bout are Luis Engracia, Thiago Cunha and Paulo Santos.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Vovchanchyn moves into the clinch.
Vovchanchyn drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Vovchanchyn wants a takedown.
Smooth can't get the takedown.
Vovchanchyn is working for takedown but Smooth is calmly controlling the position for now.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Fedor Vovchanchyn. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Vovchanchyn is working for takedown but Smooth is calmly controlling the position for now.
Vovchanchyn has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Smooth after a bit of a struggle.
Smooth stops a takedown attempt from Vovchanchyn.
Vovchanchyn drops down looking for an ankle pick but Smooth pulls his leg out and moves away.
Smooth shoots in but Vovchanchyn avoids the takedown attempt easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Vovchanchyn pushes Smooth up against the cage in a clinch.
Vovchanchyn drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Smooth gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Vovchanchyn has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Smooth avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.#T1#
Vovchanchyn looking for a takedown.
Vovchanchyn 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.
Vovchanchyn has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Smooth is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Vovchanchyn has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Smooth avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Vovchanchyn wants a takedown but no success here.
Smooth gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Vovchanchyn.
Vovchanchyn tries to score a body lock takedown but Smooth shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Smooth looking for a takedown.
Vovchanchyn can't get the takedown.
Vovchanchyn goes for a takedown in the clinch but Smooth prevents it.
Smooth is pressed up against the cage. Vovchanchyn has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Smooth down to the mat. Smooth avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #CL#
Vovchanchyn gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Vovchanchyn drops down looking for an ankle pick but Smooth pulls his leg out and moves away.
#T2#
Smooth fails with the takedown.#TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Vovchanchyn enables Smooth to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Vovchanchyn manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Vovchanchyn (0) vs (2) Smooth
Smooth trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Vovchanchyn manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Vovchanchyn (2) vs (2) Smooth#SUB2#
Smooth has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Vovchanchyn can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Smooth wants to sweep but no luck.
Vovchanchyn engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Vovchanchyn might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T3#
Smooth looking to hit a scissor sweep but Vovchanchyn is one step ahead there.
Vovchanchyn looking to pass the guard.
Vovchanchyn trying to control but Smooth is working from the bottom.
Smooth controls Vovchanchyn momentarily but Vovchanchyn frees himself. #T4#
Vovchanchyn sitting in guard, not really doing much. #SUB2#
Smooth throws his legs up looking for a submission but Vovchanchyn uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Vovchanchyn (5) vs (2) Smooth
You can see the frustration on Smooth's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Smooth looking for a sweep but Vovchanchyn has passed into full mount! Oh no! Score +2 for reaching mount: Vovchanchyn (7) vs (2) Smooth
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Vovchanchyn prevents Smooth from getting the reversal.#T5#
Vovchanchyn looking to control and managing it successfully.
Smooth prevents any damage by holding on tight.
Vovchanchyn takes Smooth's back. Score +3 for taking back: Vovchanchyn (10) vs (2) Smooth
Smooth just trying to survive but Vovchanchyn is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Vovchanchyn biding his time, controlling Smooth.
Smooth trying to control but not successfully. #T6#
Smooth can't escape the position.
Smooth keeps trying to improve his position.
Vovchanchyn trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
#T7#
Vovchanchyn slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Vovchanchyn wants to control but Smooth is keeping busy.
Smooth is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
I really don't envy Smooth right now.
Smooth is still trying to improve position.
Smooth looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Vovchanchyn has the hooks in. Smooth is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #T8#
Vovchanchyn is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Smooth wants to escape the position.
Smooth trying to control the hands but Vovchanchyn won't let him.
Vovchanchyn is trying to stick to Smooth's back but Smooth is turning into Vovchanchyn. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Vovchanchyn's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Smooth. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Vovchanchyn (10) vs (4) Smooth
Smooth trying to control but Vovchanchyn is working from the bottom. #T9#
Vovchanchyn pulls Smooth in close to prevent any damage.
Smooth looking to sit in guard and control but Vovchanchyn gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Vovchanchyn (12) vs (4) Smooth
Smooth looking for a sweep. Not yet Smooth, not yet. #SUB2#
Smooth looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Vovchanchyn slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T10#
Vovchanchyn trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Vovchanchyn stays in close to Smooth's body and controls the position.
Smooth manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Vovchanchyn manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Vovchanchyn (12) vs (6) Smooth
Smooth preventing the sweep.
Smooth 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.
Smooth slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Vovchanchyn (12) vs (9) Smooth#T11#
Vovchanchyn is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Vovchanchyn can't do much from the bottom here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Vovchanchyn is trying to improve his position.
Smooth wants to lay and pray for a moment but Vovchanchyn keeps working. #T12#
Smooth advances nicely into full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Vovchanchyn (12) vs (11) Smooth
Smooth controlling from mount.
Vovchanchyn tries to reverse the position but Smooth maintains control.#SUB2#
Smooth goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Vovchanchyn turns into him and now he's in Smooth's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Vovchanchyn (14) vs (11) Smooth
Smooth wants to sweep but no luck.
Vovchanchyn slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Vovchanchyn (17) vs (11) Smooth#T13#
Smooth is looking for a sweep.
Smooth gets back to half guard.
Vovchanchyn controlling the pace.
Vovchanchyn continues to stall.
Smooth is looking to control Vovchanchyn's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Smooth avoid being mounted?#T14#
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Smooth has his hands clasped together around Vovchanchyn's back. He's all about the action.
Vovchanchyn wants to free his trapped foot but Smooth is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Vovchanchyn trying to control the pace.
Smooth is looking to control Vovchanchyn's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Smooth avoid being mounted?
And that's the end of the fight!
Vovchanchyn takes the fight on points by 17 to 11.
A relieved looking Fedor Vovchanchyn 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:
Stepping Stone 98
Date: Jan 29, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 4 losses; Fedor Vovchanchyn! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 19 wins and 6 losses; Tendren Hlervu!
The judges for this bout are Edson Gomes, Matheus Silva and Felipe Paraventi.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Vovchanchyn stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Vovchanchyn wants it to stay on the feet.
Vovchanchyn 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.#CL#
Hlervu gets tackled into the cage by Vovchanchyn. Vovchanchyn maintains the clinch.
Vovchanchyn wants to take the fight to the mat but Hlervu manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Vovchanchyn is working for takedown but Hlervu is calmly controlling the position for now.
Hlervu goes for a takedown in the clinch but Vovchanchyn prevents it.
Hlervu gets underhooks to prevent Vovchanchyn's takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Fedor Vovchanchyn. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Vovchanchyn is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Hlervu pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Vovchanchyn has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Hlervu after a bit of a struggle.
Vovchanchyn is working for takedown but Hlervu is calmly controlling the position for now.
Hlervu gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Vovchanchyn.
Vovchanchyn is pressed up against the cage. Hlervu has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Vovchanchyn down to the mat. Vovchanchyn avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #CL#
Vovchanchyn has managed to clinch.
Vovchanchyn wants to take the fight to the mat but Hlervu manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hlervu has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Vovchanchyn is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.#TD2#
Hlervu turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Hlervu manages to end up in side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Vovchanchyn (0) vs (4) Hlervu
Hlervu tries to move to mount but Vovchanchyn blocks the move with his legs.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Vovchanchyn is letting Hlervu control him for a moment. #T1#
Hlervu wants to lay and pray for a moment but Vovchanchyn keeps working.
Vovchanchyn seems a little lost for a moment, as Hlervu dominates the positioning.#SUB2#
Hlervu is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Vovchanchyn knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Hlervu tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it. #SUB2#
Hlervu tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #T2#
Hlervu working away.
I wouldn't like to be where Vovchanchyn is right now. #SUB2#
Hlervu tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Vovchanchyn can't do much from the bottom here. #T3#
Hlervu wants to control but Vovchanchyn is keeping him busy.
Vovchanchyn is trying to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Hlervu has hold of Vovchanchyn's arm here. He's working for an Americana. It looks like he might have it! Vovchanchyn tries to escape but he's just digging himself in deeper - Hlervu cranks the arm and Vovchanchyn screams in pain! The ref makes a decision and ends the fight before the tap - no complains from Vovchanchyn, who is just happy to have his arm attached to his body.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Tendren Hlervu!
Our winner, Tendren Hlervu, 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:
Stepping Stone 95
Date: Jan 22, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 4 losses; Fedor Vovchanchyn! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 4 losses; Roddy Banner!
The judges for this bout are Luis Engracia, Thiago Cunha and Paulo Santos.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL#
Vovchanchyn closes the distance and clinches.
Vovchanchyn wants to take the fight to the mat but Banner manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Vovchanchyn drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Banner gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Vovchanchyn is looking to take this one to the mat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Fedor Vovchanchyn. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Vovchanchyn has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Banner is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Banner prevents a takedown attempt there.
Vovchanchyn is working for takedown but Banner is calmly controlling the position for now.
Banner is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Vovchanchyn gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Vovchanchyn goes for a takedown attempt but Banner pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
#TD2#
Banner gets the takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Vovchanchyn (0) vs (4) Banner#SUB2#
Banner goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Vovchanchyn has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Banner but great work by Vovchanchyn. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Vovchanchyn (4) vs (4) Banner
Banner tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Vovchanchyn wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vovchanchyn taking a breather here. #T1#
Banner stops Vovchanchyn from passing to mount.
Banner is trying to improve his position.
Banner 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.
Banner is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Banner moves into full guard.
Banner looking for a sweep. Not yet Banner, not yet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Banner working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Vovchanchyn doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Vovchanchyn manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Vovchanchyn 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.
Vovchanchyn sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T2##SUB2#
Vovchanchyn avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Vovchanchyn might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB2#
Banner looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Vovchanchyn has picked Banner up and slammed him! Banner can't keep hold of the triangle and Vovchanchyn manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Vovchanchyn (7) vs (4) Banner
Banner is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Vovchanchyn controlling the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Banner manages to work his way to half guard, despite Vovchanchyn's best efforts.#T3#
Banner tries to roll over but Vovchanchyn keeps him under control.
Vovchanchyn not doing much here.
Vovchanchyn prevents Banner from improving his position.
Banner is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Vovchanchyn content to control rather than advance. #T4##SUB2#
Banner looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Vovchanchyn seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Banner is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Banner looking for submissions off his back.
Banner is looking to improve his position.
#T5#
Vovchanchyn sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Banner won't allow Vovchanchyn to pass to mount.
Banner tries to get to full guard but Vovchanchyn has control of the leg.
Banner is still trying to improve position.
Banner gets back to full guard.
#SUB2#
Vovchanchyn got a little sloppy there for a moment and Banner has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Vovchanchyn has managed to get both his arms back between Banner's legs - danger averted.#T6#
Banner tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Vovchanchyn pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Banner is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Banner looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Vovchanchyn pushing down on Banner's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Vovchanchyn is figuring out what he wants to do next.#SUB2#
Banner looking for a kimura from the bottom but Vovchanchyn passes into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Vovchanchyn (10) vs (4) Banner
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.#T7#
Banner tries to bench press Vovchanchyn off him but Vovchanchyn keeps the position.
Banner sneaks back into half guard.
Banner tries to roll over but Vovchanchyn keeps him under control.
The fighters are battling for position here. Banner manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T8#
Banner wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB2#
Banner is looking for a triangle but Vovchanchyn pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB2#
Banner has his foot on Vovchanchyn's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Vovchanchyn works his way back into a safe position though.
Vovchanchyn is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Vovchanchyn won't allow Banner to sweep him here.
Vovchanchyn works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Banner wants to sweep but Vovchanchyn has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Vovchanchyn (13) vs (4) Banner
Banner manages to get back to half guard.#T9#
Banner is trying to get back to full guard.
Banner tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Vovchanchyn has advanced to mount. Uh oh. Score +3 for passing guard: Vovchanchyn (16) vs (4) Banner
Banner can't escape the position.
Banner is trying to reverse the position but instead Vovchanchyn has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Vovchanchyn (19) vs (4) Banner
Vovchanchyn biding his time, looking for the opening.
#T10#
Vovchanchyn controlling well, preventing Banner from escaping the position.
Banner breaks Vovchanchyn's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Vovchanchyn (19) vs (6) Banner
Banner sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Vovchanchyn's guard.
Banner trying to pass the guard but Vovchanchyn defending well.
Vovchanchyn keeping control of the position.
Banner trying to control from Vovchanchyn's half guard. Vovchanchyn has other ideas though and has regained full guard. #T11#
Banner forces his way into half guard.#SUB2#
Banner is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Banner trying to mount his opponent but Vovchanchyn defends it.
Vovchanchyn wants to control but Banner is keeping busy.
Banner is trying to control the action in half guard but Vovchanchyn is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB2#
Banner is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Banner looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #T12#
Banner is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Vovchanchyn keeping full guard, as Banner tries to pass.
Banner trying to control but Vovchanchyn is working from the bottom.
Vovchanchyn trying to control the position.
#T13#
Vovchanchyn bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Banner's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Vovchanchyn (21) vs (6) Banner
Banner lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Vovchanchyn (21) vs (8) Banner
Banner forces his way into half guard.
Vovchanchyn wants to improve his position but Banner is controlling well.
Vovchanchyn wants to control but Banner is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Banner tries to pass to full mount but Vovchanchyn defends it.
Vovchanchyn is refusing to be controlled, as Banner sits in half guard. #T14#
Vovchanchyn wants to improve his position but Banner is controlling well.
Vovchanchyn trying to control here.
Banner wants to pass to mount but Vovchanchyn is defending the position.
Banner passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Vovchanchyn (21) vs (11) Banner
Banner tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Vovchanchyn is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Vovchanchyn takes the fight on points by 21 to 11.
A very excited looking Fedor Vovchanchyn 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.
Roddy Banner spoke after the fight, saying 'Watch your back! I am coming for you..'. |
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Event:
Stepping Stone 94
Date: Jan 15, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 15 losses; Cyrus Ozymandias! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 3 losses; Fedor Vovchanchyn!
The judges for this bout are Trevor Gratis, Gregory Folan and Steve Smith.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Vovchanchyn closes the distance and pushes Ozymandias back into the cage.
Vovchanchyn is looking to take this one to the mat.
Vovchanchyn tries to score a body lock takedown but Ozymandias shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Ozymandias gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Vovchanchyn.
Cyrus Ozymandias has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Fedor Vovchanchyn.
Ozymandias is working for takedown but Vovchanchyn is calmly controlling the position for now.
Ozymandias stops a takedown attempt from Vovchanchyn.
Ozymandias wants a takedown.
Ozymandias is working for takedown but Vovchanchyn is calmly controlling the position for now.
Vovchanchyn is looking for a takedown.
Vovchanchyn is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Ozymandias tries to score a body lock takedown but Vovchanchyn shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Vovchanchyn goes for a takedown attempt but Ozymandias pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Ozymandias shoots in and drives through. Vovchanchyn sprawls well.
Ozymandias looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#CL2#
Vovchanchyn clinches with his opponent.
Ozymandias is looking for a takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vovchanchyn wants a takedown but no success here.
Ozymandias is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Ozymandias is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Vovchanchyn pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Vovchanchyn wants to take the fight to the mat but Ozymandias manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Ozymandias drops down looking for an ankle pick but Vovchanchyn pulls his leg out and moves away.
#CL2#
Vovchanchyn forces Ozymandias back against the cage and clinches.#T1#
Vovchanchyn is working for takedown but Ozymandias is calmly controlling the position for now.
Ozymandias looking for a takedown.
Ozymandias is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Vovchanchyn pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Vovchanchyn tries for a takedown but Ozymandias manages to get underhooks.
Vovchanchyn is looking for a takedown.
Vovchanchyn is looking to take this one to the mat.
Vovchanchyn goes for a takedown in the clinch but Ozymandias prevents it.
Ozymandias goes for a takedown attempt but Vovchanchyn pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Ozymandias tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Vovchanchyn defends well and Ozymandias ends up having to push Vovchanchyn into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Vovchanchyn is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Vovchanchyn wants a takedown.
Ozymandias is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Vovchanchyn wants to take the fight to the mat but Ozymandias manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Vovchanchyn has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Ozymandias after a bit of a struggle.
Ozymandias prevents a takedown attempt there.
Vovchanchyn is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Ozymandias gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Vovchanchyn looks winded!
Ozymandias stops a takedown attempt from Vovchanchyn.
Ozymandias goes for a takedown attempt but Vovchanchyn pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
#T2##CL2#
Vovchanchyn forces Ozymandias back against the cage and clinches.
Vovchanchyn is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Ozymandias pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Vovchanchyn prevents the takedown attempt.
Ozymandias gets underhooks to prevent Vovchanchyn's takedown attempt.
Vovchanchyn is working for takedown but Ozymandias is calmly controlling the position for now.
Vovchanchyn is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Ozymandias is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Vovchanchyn pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Ozymandias is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Vovchanchyn gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Vovchanchyn stops a takedown attempt from Ozymandias.
Ozymandias has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Vovchanchyn is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Ozymandias is looking to take this one to the mat.
Ozymandias tries to score a body lock takedown but Vovchanchyn shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Vovchanchyn wants to take the fight to the mat but Ozymandias manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Vovchanchyn is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Ozymandias pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Ozymandias wants a takedown.
Ozymandias drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Vovchanchyn gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Vovchanchyn goes for a takedown in the clinch but Ozymandias prevents it.
#T3#
Ozymandias drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Vovchanchyn is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Ozymandias is defending well.
Vovchanchyn prevents the takedown attempt.
Vovchanchyn has Ozymandias pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Ozymandias manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Vovchanchyn has Ozymandias pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Ozymandias manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Vovchanchyn has Ozymandias pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Ozymandias manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Ozymandias is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Vovchanchyn is defending well.
Ozymandias has Vovchanchyn pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Vovchanchyn manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Vovchanchyn goes for a takedown in the clinch but Ozymandias prevents it.
Ozymandias wants to take the fight to the mat but Vovchanchyn manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Vovchanchyn has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Ozymandias avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Vovchanchyn is trying to drag Ozymandias to the mat but Ozymandias just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Vovchanchyn has Ozymandias pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Ozymandias manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Ozymandias has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Vovchanchyn is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.#T4#
Ozymandias is trying to drag Vovchanchyn to the mat but Vovchanchyn just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Vovchanchyn drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Ozymandias gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Ozymandias stops a takedown attempt from Vovchanchyn.
Vovchanchyn has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Ozymandias is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Vovchanchyn goes for a takedown attempt but Ozymandias pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
#CL2#
Vovchanchyn gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Vovchanchyn prevents a takedown attempt there.
Vovchanchyn prevents a takedown attempt there.
Vovchanchyn is looking for a takedown.
Vovchanchyn gets underhooks to prevent Ozymandias's takedown attempt.
Ozymandias stops a takedown attempt from Vovchanchyn.
Vovchanchyn is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Vovchanchyn has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Ozymandias avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.#T5#
Vovchanchyn wants a takedown but no success here.
Vovchanchyn drops down looking for an ankle pick but Ozymandias pulls his leg out and moves away.
Ozymandias looks for a takedown but Vovchanchyn sprawls well.
Vovchanchyn tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #TD#
Vovchanchyn tries to sprawl but Ozymandias drives through with a takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ozymandias (2) vs (0) Vovchanchyn
Ozymandias stalling.
Ozymandias has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.#T6#
Ozymandias tries to pass the half guard into mount. Vovchanchyn knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Ozymandias stalling.
Ozymandias is looking to advance position but Vovchanchyn won't allow it.
Ozymandias sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T7#
Ozymandias wants to pass the guard but Vovchanchyn is defending well.
Ozymandias looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Ozymandias is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Vovchanchyn controlling the position.
Ozymandias controlling from the top position.
Ozymandias seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Vovchanchyn for as long as he can get away with.#T8#
Ozymandias is pushing down on Vovchanchyn's leg trying to pass to half guard. Vovchanchyn is fighting to maintain full guard but Ozymandias has managed to sneak the leg through.
Ozymandias slows the pace down in half guard.
Vovchanchyn is trying is best to control the position here.
Vovchanchyn 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.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Ozymandias in particular looking to stall.
Vovchanchyn won't allow Ozymandias to pass to mount.
Vovchanchyn is trying to maintain the position but Ozymandias is very close to passing his half guard.
Well, if Ozymandias 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.
#T9#
Ozymandias'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.
Ozymandias prevents Vovchanchyn from improving his position.
Ozymandias passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Ozymandias (5) vs (0) Vovchanchyn
Ozymandias takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Vovchanchyn has given up his back here. Will Ozymandias look for the submission or keep pounding away?
Score +3 for taking back: Ozymandias (8) vs (0) Vovchanchyn#T10#
Ozymandias keeps control of the position easily here as Vovchanchyn tries to buck him off.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Vovchanchyn trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
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.
#T11#
Vovchanchyn trying to control but not successfully.
Vovchanchyn is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Ozymandias is staying active.
Ozymandias has good solid back control here. #T12#
Vovchanchyn trying to control but not successfully.
Ozymandias slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Vovchanchyn rolls, trying to escape but Ozymandias keeps control of the position.
Ozymandias is not going to allow Vovchanchyn to sit and survive in this position.
Ozymandias is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
#T13##T14#
Vovchanchyn tries to break free.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Ozymandias not allowing Vovchanchyn to control his hands.
Ozymandias is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Ozymandias takes the fight on points by 8 to 0.
Cyrus Ozymandias decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
Stepping Stone 89
Date: Jan 01, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 3 losses; Fedor Vovchanchyn! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 8 losses; Rumsfeld Shart!
The judges for this bout are Trevor Gratis, Dillan Fox and Yves DeLean.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Shart manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Vovchanchyn on his heels. He'll look to pass Vovchanchyn's guard now, I'm sure. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Vovchanchyn (0) vs (2) Shart
Vovchanchyn keeping moving, preventing Shart from controlling successfully.
Vovchanchyn pulls Shart in close to his closed guard and prevents Shart from doing any damage or advancing position.
Shart controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shart trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Shart trying to control the position from guard on top but Vovchanchyn is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Vovchanchyn is pulling down on Shart's head. It's preventing any offense from Shart, at least for the moment.#T1#
Vovchanchyn keeping moving, preventing Shart from controlling successfully.
Vovchanchyn has control of Shart's left arm, preventing Shart from doing any damage.
Vovchanchyn looking for a sweep. Not yet Vovchanchyn, not yet.
Vovchanchyn is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Shart looking to pass the guard. #T2#
Vovchanchyn keeping moving, preventing Shart from controlling successfully.
Shart wants to pass the guard but Vovchanchyn is keeping the position.
Vovchanchyn is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Shart wants to control from the top but Vovchanchyn keeps moving. #T3#
Shart 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.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Vovchanchyn holds on and takes a little breather.
Shart trying to control the position from guard on top but Vovchanchyn is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Vovchanchyn is pulling down on Shart's head. It's preventing any offense from Shart, at least for the moment.
Shart wants to pass the guard but Vovchanchyn is keeping the position.#T4#
Shart wants to control from the top but Vovchanchyn keeps moving.
Vovchanchyn keeping full guard, as Shart tries to pass.
Vovchanchyn keeping moving, preventing Shart from controlling successfully.
Vovchanchyn wants to sweep but no luck.
Shart controls from within his opponent's guard.
Vovchanchyn looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #T5##SUB2#
Shart drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Vovchanchyn dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Vovchanchyn (2) vs (2) Shart
Vovchanchyn stays in close to Shart's body and controls the position.
Shart is trying to control the position but Vovchanchyn postures up. #SUB2#
Shart looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Vovchanchyn pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Shart is keeping the position for now. #T6##SUB2#
Shart looking for subs off his back but Vovchanchyn has passed one foot through into half guard.
Vovchanchyn with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #SUB2#
Shart looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#T7#
Vovchanchyn'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 Vovchanchyn.
Vovchanchyn prevents Shart from improving his position.
Shart trying to hold on to Vovchanchyn's head to control him but Vovchanchyn postures up.
#T8##SUB2#
Shart is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Vovchanchyn pulls his head out easily.
Shart is looking to control Vovchanchyn's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Shart avoid being mounted?
Still in half guard, Vovchanchyn seems content to control.
Shart is trying to get back to full guard.
Shart gets full guard.#SUB2#
Shart looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Vovchanchyn has picked Shart up and slammed him! Shart can't keep hold of the triangle and Vovchanchyn manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Vovchanchyn (5) vs (2) Shart#T9#
You can see the frustration on Shart's face as Vovchanchyn controls the position.
Shart is looking to regain half guard here but Vovchanchyn keeps moving and retains side control.
Vovchanchyn advances to full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Vovchanchyn (7) vs (2) Shart
Shart wants to control but Vovchanchyn is having none of it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Vovchanchyn controlling his opponent.
Shart is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T10#
Vovchanchyn controlling his opponent.
Vovchanchyn with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Shart is trying to reverse the position but instead Vovchanchyn has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Vovchanchyn (10) vs (2) Shart
Vovchanchyn controlling from the back.#T11#
Shart wants to control his opponent's hands but Vovchanchyn gets his hands free.
Vovchanchyn controlling the position well here. Shart rolled but Vovchanchyn kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Shart trying to control the hands but Vovchanchyn breaks the grip. #T12#
Vovchanchyn has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Shart's body.
Vovchanchyn continues to stall.#T13#
Shart can't escape the position.
Vovchanchyn is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Vovchanchyn has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Shart trying to control the action but Vovchanchyn just sinks the hooks in.
Shart can't escape the position.
#T14#
Vovchanchyn really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Shart.
Shart can't escape the position.
Vovchanchyn is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Shart trying to control the hands but Vovchanchyn breaks the grip.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Vovchanchyn really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Shart.
Shart is really stuck here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Vovchanchyn takes the fight on points by 10 to 2.
A victorious Fedor Vovchanchyn thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
Rumsfeld Shart spoke after the fight, saying 'You either win or you learn, this time I learned... Ossss'. |
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Event:
Stepping Stone 83
Date: Dec 18, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 3 losses; Fedor Vovchanchyn! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 5 losses; Ronaldo Gomes!
The judges for this bout are Alyssa Summers, Russell Pearce and Dean Styles.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Vovchanchyn defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Gomes.#CL#
Vovchanchyn closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Gomes prevents the takedown attempt.
Gomes jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Vovchanchyn walks away with a smile on his face. Gomes gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. #CL#
Vovchanchyn drives through and clinches with Gomes against the cage.
Gomes is looking for a takedown.
Vovchanchyn 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.
Fedor Vovchanchyn has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ronaldo Gomes.
Gomes jumps guard but Vovchanchyn stands there with Gomes around his waist. Gomes gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Gomes gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Vovchanchyn.
Vovchanchyn wants a takedown but no success here.
Gomes gets underhooks to prevent Vovchanchyn's takedown attempt.
Gomes stops a takedown attempt from Vovchanchyn.
Gomes gets underhooks to prevent Vovchanchyn's takedown attempt.
#TD2#
Gomes manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gomes is controlling Vovchanchyn's posture.#SUB2#
Vovchanchyn got a little sloppy there for a moment and Gomes has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Vovchanchyn has managed to get both his arms back between Gomes's legs - danger averted.
Gomes has control of Vovchanchyn's left arm, preventing Vovchanchyn from doing any damage. #T1#
Vovchanchyn 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.
Gomes is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Vovchanchyn stays in close to Gomes's body and controls the position. #T2#
Vovchanchyn pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Gomes is keeping the position for now.
Vovchanchyn is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Gomes managing to control the position. #T3#
Let's hope that Gomes 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.
Vovchanchyn is stalling in the full guard. #T4#
Vovchanchyn stopping the sweep attempt from Gomes.
Vovchanchyn postures up.
Gomes wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Vovchanchyn is now in half guard.
Vovchanchyn looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Vovchanchyn content to control rather than advance. #T5##SUB2#
Gomes is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Vovchanchyn pulls his head out easily.
Gomes wants to get back to full guard but Vovchanchyn has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Vovchanchyn (3) vs (0) Gomes
Gomes manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Vovchanchyn (3) vs (2) Gomes
Gomes looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Vovchanchyn makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Vovchanchyn.#T6#
Vovchanchyn can't keep his opponent in guard - Gomes advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Gomes wants to free his trapped foot but Vovchanchyn is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Gomes is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Vovchanchyn (3) vs (5) Gomes
Vovchanchyn has worked his way to half guard, taking advantage of Gomes's lack of action.
#SUB2#
Gomes is looking for a kimura but Vovchanchyn is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Gomes to get the leverage. #T7#
Vovchanchyn wants to get back to full guard.
Vovchanchyn makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Vovchanchyn.
Gomes stopping the sweep attempt from Vovchanchyn.
Gomes is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Vovchanchyn keeping full guard, as Gomes tries to pass.
Vovchanchyn controlling the position.#T8#
Vovchanchyn keeping moving, preventing Gomes from controlling successfully.
Gomes trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Vovchanchyn looking to hit a scissor sweep but Gomes is one step ahead there.
Gomes looking to sit in guard and control but Vovchanchyn gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Vovchanchyn (5) vs (5) Gomes
Vovchanchyn preventing the sweep.
Vovchanchyn postures up.
#T9#
Gomes tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Gomes controls Vovchanchyn momentarily but Vovchanchyn frees himself. #SUB2#
Gomes looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Vovchanchyn passes into half guard.
Vovchanchyn looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Vovchanchyn passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Vovchanchyn (8) vs (5) Gomes
Vovchanchyn manages to capitalize on a mistake by Gomes to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Vovchanchyn (11) vs (5) Gomes#T10#
Vovchanchyn has the hooks in. Gomes is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Vovchanchyn really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Gomes.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Vovchanchyn'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.
Gomes tries to break free.
#T11#
Gomes wants to control his opponent's hands but Vovchanchyn gets his hands free.
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.
Gomes is trying to break free.
Gomes is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Vovchanchyn.
Gomes rolls, trying to escape but Vovchanchyn keeps control of the position.
Gomes keeps trying to improve his position.#T12#
Gomes trying to control but not successfully.
Vovchanchyn trying to control.
Gomes is really stuck here.
Gomes 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.
Vovchanchyn biding his time, controlling Gomes.
Vovchanchyn has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T13#
Gomes tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Gomes is wriggling around trying to escape.
Vovchanchyn trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Gomes can't escape the position.
Gomes reaches up and holds on to Vovchanchyn to control the position.
Gomes gets back to half guard.#T14#
Gomes tries to get to full guard but Vovchanchyn has control of the leg.
Vovchanchyn takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#SUB2#
Gomes looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Vovchanchyn is figuring out what he wants to do next.
And that's the end of the fight!
Vovchanchyn takes the fight on points by 11 to 5.
A very excited looking Fedor Vovchanchyn 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:
Stepping Stone 77
Date: Dec 11, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 3 losses; Fedor Vovchanchyn! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 3 losses; Gabe Garcia!
The judges for this bout are Edson Gomes, Emerson Jorge and Paulo Santos.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Garcia fails with a takedown attempt from distance.#CL#
Vovchanchyn has managed to clinch.
Vovchanchyn goes for a takedown in the clinch but Garcia prevents it.
Garcia prevents a takedown attempt there.
Garcia gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Vovchanchyn.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Fedor Vovchanchyn. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Vovchanchyn is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Vovchanchyn has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Garcia avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Vovchanchyn tries for a takedown. No joy.
Garcia gets underhooks to prevent Vovchanchyn's takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vovchanchyn drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Vovchanchyn tries for a takedown. No joy.
Vovchanchyn has Garcia pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Garcia manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Garcia is trying to drag Vovchanchyn to the mat but Vovchanchyn just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Garcia gets underhooks to prevent Vovchanchyn's takedown attempt.
#T1#
Garcia stops a takedown attempt from Vovchanchyn.
Vovchanchyn goes for a takedown in the clinch but Garcia prevents it.
Garcia fails to pull guard.
Garcia stops a takedown attempt from Vovchanchyn.
Vovchanchyn wants a takedown.
Garcia is pressed up against the cage. Vovchanchyn has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Garcia down to the mat. Garcia avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Garcia looks for a takedown but Vovchanchyn sprawls well.
Fedor Vovchanchyn seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Garcia gets tackled into the cage by Vovchanchyn. Vovchanchyn maintains the clinch.
Garcia prevents a takedown attempt there.
Vovchanchyn is looking to take this one to the mat.
Garcia can't get the takedown.
Vovchanchyn is looking for a takedown.#T2#
Garcia tries for a takedown. No joy.
Vovchanchyn is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Garcia pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Vovchanchyn is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Garcia fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Garcia goes for a takedown in the clinch but Vovchanchyn prevents it.
Vovchanchyn tries for a takedown but Garcia manages to get underhooks.
Vovchanchyn goes for a takedown attempt but Garcia pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
#CL#
Vovchanchyn instigates a clinch.
Vovchanchyn wants a takedown.
Garcia jumps guard but Vovchanchyn stands there with Garcia around his waist. Garcia gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Vovchanchyn has Garcia pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Garcia manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Vovchanchyn goes for a takedown attempt but Garcia pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
#CL#
Vovchanchyn clinches up with Garcia and pushes him back against the cage.#T3#
Garcia fails to pull guard.
Garcia is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Vovchanchyn drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Garcia gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Garcia changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Vovchanchyn fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Vovchanchyn avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
#CL#
Vovchanchyn rushes Garcia and presses him up against the cage.
Vovchanchyn goes for a takedown attempt but Garcia pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
#CL#
Vovchanchyn has managed to clinch.
Garcia is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Garcia goes for a takedown in the clinch but Vovchanchyn prevents it.
Vovchanchyn has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Garcia avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Vovchanchyn has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Garcia is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.#T4#
Vovchanchyn is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Garcia is defending well.
Garcia is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Vovchanchyn is breathing heavily.
Garcia fails to pull guard.
Vovchanchyn is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Garcia prevents a takedown attempt there.
Vovchanchyn tries to score a body lock takedown but Garcia shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Garcia tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Vovchanchyn just stands there and leans against the cage.
Garcia tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Vovchanchyn is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Garcia is defending well.
Vovchanchyn drops down looking for an ankle pick but Garcia pulls his leg out and moves away.
#CL#
Vovchanchyn has managed to clinch.
Vovchanchyn is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Garcia pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Garcia prevents a takedown attempt there.
Garcia prevents the takedown attempt.
#T5#
Garcia tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Garcia jumps guard but Vovchanchyn stands there with Garcia around his waist. Garcia gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Garcia gets underhooks to prevent Vovchanchyn's takedown attempt.
Vovchanchyn tries for a takedown but Garcia manages to get underhooks.
Garcia tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Vovchanchyn just stands there and leans against the cage.
Garcia wants a takedown.
Vovchanchyn can't get the takedown.
Vovchanchyn wants to take the fight to the mat but Garcia manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Vovchanchyn prevents the takedown attempt.
Garcia prevents the takedown attempt.
Vovchanchyn gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Garcia.
Garcia gets underhooks to prevent Vovchanchyn's takedown attempt.
Garcia can't get the takedown.
Vovchanchyn is looking to take this one to the mat.#T6#
Vovchanchyn is looking to take this one to the mat.
Vovchanchyn has Garcia pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Garcia manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Vovchanchyn prevents the takedown attempt.
Garcia is trying to pull guard but Vovchanchyn turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Garcia jumps guard but Vovchanchyn turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Vovchanchyn is looking for a takedown.
Garcia is working for takedown but Vovchanchyn is calmly controlling the position for now.
Garcia is trying to pull guard but Vovchanchyn has him pressed against the cage.
Garcia looking for a takedown.
Vovchanchyn looking for a takedown.
Vovchanchyn changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Garcia fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Garcia shoots in looking for a takedown but Vovchanchyn manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Garcia's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.#CL#
Vovchanchyn closes the distance and clinches.
Vovchanchyn has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Garcia is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Vovchanchyn has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Garcia avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Garcia prevents a takedown attempt there.
#T7#
Garcia wants a takedown.
Vovchanchyn has Garcia pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Garcia manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Vovchanchyn is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Garcia gets underhooks to prevent Vovchanchyn's takedown attempt.
Vovchanchyn goes for a takedown in the clinch but Garcia prevents it.
Garcia tries for a takedown but Vovchanchyn manages to get underhooks.
Garcia drops down looking for an ankle pick but Vovchanchyn pulls his leg out and moves away.
#CL#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Vovchanchyn moves into the clinch successfully.
Vovchanchyn looking for a takedown.
Garcia is pressed up against the cage. Vovchanchyn has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Garcia down to the mat. Garcia avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Garcia swats away the attempt to clinch by Vovchanchyn.#T8#
Garcia fails with an attempt to clinch.
#CL#
Vovchanchyn gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Garcia fails to pull guard.
Vovchanchyn wants a takedown.
Garcia tries for a takedown. No joy.
Vovchanchyn tries for a takedown but Garcia manages to get underhooks.
Vovchanchyn goes for a takedown in the clinch but Garcia prevents it.
Vovchanchyn gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Garcia.
Vovchanchyn changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Garcia fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Garcia tries to clinch but Vovchanchyn moves out of range.
Garcia tries to clinch up but Vovchanchyn circles away and keeps his distance.#CL#
Vovchanchyn has taken the fight to the clinch.
Garcia tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Vovchanchyn smiles and moves away.
#CL#
Vovchanchyn gets in close and instigates a clinch. #T9#
Garcia is looking to take this one to the mat.
Vovchanchyn wants to take the fight to the mat but Garcia manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Garcia is looking to take this one to the mat.
Garcia tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Vovchanchyn smiles and moves away.
Garcia tries to close the distance and clinch up but Vovchanchyn swats him away and circles back towards the center. #CL#
Vovchanchyn moves into range and clinches up with Garcia.
Garcia jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Vovchanchyn walks away with a smile on his face. Garcia gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Garcia fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#CL#
Vovchanchyn moves into range and clinches up with Garcia.
Garcia is pressed up against the cage. Vovchanchyn has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Garcia down to the mat. Garcia avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #CL#
Vovchanchyn has closed the distance and engaged Garcia in a clinch.
Garcia is defending well against a takedown attempt.#T10#
Garcia is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Vovchanchyn goes for a takedown in the clinch but Garcia prevents it.
Vovchanchyn is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Vovchanchyn has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Garcia avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Garcia tries to pull guard but Vovchanchyn holds him up against the cage and eventually Garcia drops back down to his feet.
Garcia stops a takedown attempt from Vovchanchyn.
Vovchanchyn is looking to take this one to the mat.
Garcia gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Vovchanchyn.
Garcia is trying to drag Vovchanchyn to the mat but Vovchanchyn just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Vovchanchyn tries for a takedown but Garcia manages to get underhooks.
#T11#
Garcia tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Vovchanchyn just stands there and leans against the cage.
Garcia is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Vovchanchyn gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Vovchanchyn has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Garcia after a bit of a struggle.
Vovchanchyn is trying to drag Garcia to the mat but Garcia just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Garcia tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Vovchanchyn just stands there and leans against the cage.
Vovchanchyn is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Garcia is defending well.
Garcia is looking to take this one to the mat.
Vovchanchyn is looking for a takedown.
Vovchanchyn wants a takedown.
Garcia fails to pull guard.
Garcia gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Vovchanchyn.
Garcia is pressed up against the cage. Vovchanchyn has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Garcia down to the mat. Garcia avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #T12#
Garcia wants to clinch up but Vovchanchyn keeps it at a distance.
Fedor Vovchanchyn is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#CL#
Vovchanchyn moves into the clinch successfully.
Vovchanchyn wants to take the fight to the mat but Garcia manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Garcia tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Vovchanchyn smiles and moves away.
Garcia tries to clinch up but Vovchanchyn circles away and keeps his distance.
Vovchanchyn fails with an attempt to clinch.
Vovchanchyn stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Vovchanchyn wants it to stay on the feet.
Garcia tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Vovchanchyn swivels and escapes.
Garcia darts in looking for a takedown but Vovchanchyn gets double underhooks and turns Garcia into the cage. #CL#
Vovchanchyn moves into the clinch.
Vovchanchyn goes for a takedown in the clinch but Garcia prevents it.
Vovchanchyn is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Garcia gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Vovchanchyn is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Garcia gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Garcia goes for a takedown attempt but Vovchanchyn pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
#CL#
Vovchanchyn moves into the clinch successfully.
#T13#
Garcia jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Vovchanchyn walks away with a smile on his face. Garcia gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Garcia shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Vovchanchyn sprawls well. Vovchanchyn wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Garcia gets slowly back to his feet.
Vovchanchyn stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Vovchanchyn wants it to stay on the feet.#CL#
Vovchanchyn moves into the clinch.
Vovchanchyn wants a takedown.
Vovchanchyn can't get the takedown.
Garcia is pressed up against the cage. Vovchanchyn has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Garcia down to the mat. Garcia avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #CL#
Vovchanchyn closes the distance and clinches.
Vovchanchyn looking for a takedown.
Garcia is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Vovchanchyn to keep the fight standing.
Vovchanchyn tries to score a body lock takedown but Garcia shows good agility there to stay on his feet.#T14#
Vovchanchyn drops down looking for an ankle pick but Garcia pulls his leg out and moves away.
Vovchanchyn is looking to clinch but Garcia is avoiding it.
Garcia tries to clinch up.#CL#
Vovchanchyn closes the distance and pushes Garcia back into the cage.
Garcia stops a takedown attempt from Vovchanchyn.
Garcia drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Vovchanchyn drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Vovchanchyn wants a takedown but no success here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Vovchanchyn is looking for a takedown.
Vovchanchyn is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Garcia is defending well.
Garcia is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Vovchanchyn to keep the fight standing.
Vovchanchyn is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Garcia gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown 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! Vovchanchyn is heads and Garcia is tails.
The coin is in the air and it lands... heads!
Vovchanchyn takes the fight on points by 1 to 0.
After winning the bout, Fedor Vovchanchyn 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:
Stepping Stone 73
Date: Dec 04, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 2 losses; Abu Schaubi! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 2 losses; Fedor Vovchanchyn!
The judges for this bout are Ian Loll, Elvis Blanc and Alec Ball.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Schaubi gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Schaubi prevents the takedown attempt.
Vovchanchyn wants a takedown but no success here.
#TD#
Schaubi drags the fight down to the ground.
Schaubi tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Schaubi wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Vovchanchyn controlling from the top position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Vovchanchyn tries to free his leg and advance position but Schaubi is retaining full guard.
Vovchanchyn wants to control from the top but Schaubi keeps moving.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Vovchanchyn engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Schaubi wants to improve his position but instead Vovchanchyn has moved into half guard.
#T2#
Schaubi is trying to maintain the position but Vovchanchyn is very close to passing his half guard.
Schaubi tries to get to full guard but Vovchanchyn has control of the leg.
Schaubi controlling the position well.
Vovchanchyn is controlling the pace.
#T3#
Schaubi controlling the position well. #T4#
Vovchanchyn is pressing down on Schaubi's thigh, looking to free his foot. Schaubi is holding on for now.
Schaubi wants to get back to full guard.
Vovchanchyn frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Schaubi (0) vs (3) Vovchanchyn
Schaubi is squirming around, avoiding Vovchanchyn's attempts to control the action. #T5#
Schaubi tries to hold on but Vovchanchyn postures up.
Vovchanchyn content just to control the position here.
Schaubi is trying desperately to improve position.
Vovchanchyn controlling from the full mount. #T6#
Schaubi is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Tosen's Home for Lost Boys, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Vovchanchyn tries to control but Schaubi wriggling away.
Schaubi wants to hold on but Vovchanchyn pushes him away.#T7#
Vovchanchyn controlling the pace for now.
Schaubi is trying to reverse the position but instead Vovchanchyn has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Schaubi (0) vs (6) Vovchanchyn
Schaubi trying to control the action but Vovchanchyn just sinks the hooks in.
Vovchanchyn keeps control of the position easily here as Schaubi tries to buck him off.
#T8#
Schaubi looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
#T9#
Vovchanchyn controlling well, preventing Schaubi from escaping the position.
Vovchanchyn avoiding Schaubi 's attempts to control his hands.
Vovchanchyn trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Schaubi doesn't escape. #T10#
Vovchanchyn is continuing to stall.
Vovchanchyn is trying to stick to Schaubi's back but Schaubi is turning into Vovchanchyn. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Vovchanchyn's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Schaubi. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Schaubi (2) vs (6) Vovchanchyn
Vovchanchyn looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Schaubi puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Still in half guard, Schaubi seems content to control.
Vovchanchyn controlling the position for now.#T11#
Vovchanchyn wants to control but Schaubi is keeping busy.
Schaubi is pressing down on Vovchanchyn's thigh, looking to free his foot. Vovchanchyn is holding on for now.
Vovchanchyn tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Schaubi has advanced to mount. Uh oh. Score +3 for passing guard: Schaubi (5) vs (6) Vovchanchyn
Vovchanchyn manages to regain half guard. Good work. #T12#
Schaubi prevents Vovchanchyn from improving his position.
Schaubi content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T13#
Vovchanchyn is looking for a sweep. Schaubi is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Vovchanchyn is trying is best to control the position here.
Schaubi passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Schaubi (8) vs (6) Vovchanchyn
Schaubi taking a breather here.
Vovchanchyn looking for a sweep but Schaubi has passed into full mount! Oh no! Score +2 for reaching mount: Schaubi (10) vs (6) Vovchanchyn#T14#
Schaubi controlling the pace for now.
Vovchanchyn is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Schaubi controlling from the full mount.
And that's the end of the fight!
Schaubi takes the fight on points by 10 to 6.
Abu Schaubi took some time post fight to say the following; 'G-g-g-g-gadOOSHED him through a glass door, b'. |
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Event:
Stepping Stone 71
Date: Nov 20, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 2 losses; Fedor Vovchanchyn! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 4 losses; Dan Miles!
The judges for this bout are Gwen Towbar, Cecil Peabody and Wesley Smith.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Miles fails in his attempt to clinch. #CL#
Vovchanchyn moves into range and clinches up with Miles.
Vovchanchyn drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Vovchanchyn is looking for a takedown.
Vovchanchyn prevents a takedown attempt there.
Vovchanchyn is pressed up against the cage. Miles has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Vovchanchyn down to the mat. Vovchanchyn avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #CL#
Vovchanchyn moves into the clinch.
Miles gets underhooks to prevent Vovchanchyn's takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Fedor Vovchanchyn. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Vovchanchyn is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Miles gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vovchanchyn drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Miles gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Vovchanchyn is looking for a takedown.
Vovchanchyn changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Miles fights it off and pushes away nicely.
#CL#
Vovchanchyn takes the fight into the clinch. #T1##TD2#
Miles tightens his grip and picks Vovchanchyn up, before dumping him to the ground. Vovchanchyn manages to land in guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Vovchanchyn (0) vs (2) Miles
Vovchanchyn looking to hit a scissor sweep but Miles is one step ahead there.
Miles trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Vovchanchyn manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Vovchanchyn (2) vs (2) Miles
Vovchanchyn controls from within his opponent's guard.
Vovchanchyn continues to stall.#T2#
Miles pulls Vovchanchyn in close to prevent any damage.
Vovchanchyn looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Vovchanchyn pushes down on Miles's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Miles is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Miles wants to control but Vovchanchyn is keeping busy.
Vovchanchyn stalling.
Vovchanchyn'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.#T4#
Miles works his way to full guard. Good work.
Vovchanchyn wants to pass the guard but Miles is keeping the position.
Vovchanchyn is working hard here to advance position.
Our spies down at at The Scrap Squad inform us that Miles has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Vovchanchyn controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Miles not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T5#
Vovchanchyn slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Vovchanchyn won't allow Miles to sweep him here.
Vovchanchyn controlling from the top position. #SUB2#
Miles working for a triangle but Vovchanchyn defends it easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T6#
Miles tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Vovchanchyn slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Miles trying to control the position.
Miles wants to control the position but Vovchanchyn says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard. #T7#
Vovchanchyn is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Miles! Score +3 for passing guard: Vovchanchyn (5) vs (2) Miles
Miles is in all sorts of trouble here.
Vovchanchyn avoids the attempt from Miles to control.
Vovchanchyn controlling his opponent.
Miles tries to hold on but Vovchanchyn pushes him away.
Vovchanchyn tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T8#
Miles really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Vovchanchyn fails to take his opponent's back.
Vovchanchyn controlling from the full mount. #T9#
Miles is just holding on here. Vovchanchyn manages to take his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Vovchanchyn (8) vs (2) Miles
Vovchanchyn is trying to stick to Miles's back but Miles is turning into Vovchanchyn. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Vovchanchyn's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Miles. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Vovchanchyn (8) vs (4) Miles
Vovchanchyn trying to control the position here.
Miles trying to control the position from guard on top but Vovchanchyn is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T10#
Vovchanchyn tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Miles pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Vovchanchyn is keeping the position for now.
Vovchanchyn is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #T11#
Vovchanchyn keeping moving, preventing Miles from controlling successfully.
Miles looking to pass the guard.
Vovchanchyn looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #T12#
Vovchanchyn tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Vovchanchyn managing to control the position.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Vovchanchyn is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Vovchanchyn (10) vs (4) Miles
Vovchanchyn looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T13#
Miles 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: Vovchanchyn (10) vs (6) Miles
Vovchanchyn is looking for a sweep. Miles is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Vovchanchyn is trying to control but can't.
Vovchanchyn controlling the position for now.
Vovchanchyn wants to improve his position but Miles is controlling well.
#T14#
Miles is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Miles is trying to control the action in half guard but Vovchanchyn is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Vovchanchyn moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Miles wants to control from the top but Vovchanchyn keeps moving.
And that's the end of the fight!
Vovchanchyn takes the fight on points by 10 to 6.
An out of breath Fedor Vovchanchyn 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:
Stepping Stone 65
Date: Nov 13, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 2 losses; Carr Cartwright! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 2 losses; Fedor Vovchanchyn!
The judges for this bout are Dillan Fox, Alec Ball and Gregory Folan.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Vovchanchyn goes for a takedown in the clinch but Cartwright prevents it.
Cartwright wants a takedown.
Cartwright is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Cartwright jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Vovchanchyn walks away with a smile on his face. Cartwright gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Nice sprawl there from Vovchanchyn as Cartwright shoots in.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Carr Cartwright. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Cartwright shoots in but Vovchanchyn avoids the takedown attempt easily.#CL2#
Vovchanchyn closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Vovchanchyn has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Cartwright after a bit of a struggle.
Vovchanchyn is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Cartwright is defending well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vovchanchyn tries to score a body lock takedown but Cartwright shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Cartwright gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Vovchanchyn.
Vovchanchyn is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Cartwright gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Cartwright tries to score a body lock takedown but Vovchanchyn shows good agility there to stay on his feet.#T1#
Vovchanchyn has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Cartwright after a bit of a struggle.
Cartwright prevents a takedown attempt there.
Cartwright stops a takedown attempt from Vovchanchyn.
Cartwright jumps guard but Vovchanchyn turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Vovchanchyn tries for a takedown but Cartwright manages to get underhooks.
Vovchanchyn wants to take the fight to the mat but Cartwright manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Vovchanchyn is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Vovchanchyn prevents the takedown attempt.
Vovchanchyn has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Cartwright avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Vovchanchyn changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Cartwright fights it off and pushes away nicely.
The fight stays on the outside here - Vovchanchyn looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#CL2#
Vovchanchyn drives through and clinches with Cartwright against the cage.
Vovchanchyn wants to take the fight to the mat but Cartwright manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Cartwright tries for a takedown but Vovchanchyn manages to get underhooks.
Vovchanchyn is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.#T2#
Vovchanchyn wants a takedown.
Cartwright fails to pull guard.
Cartwright gets underhooks to prevent Vovchanchyn's takedown attempt.
Vovchanchyn drops down looking for an ankle pick but Cartwright pulls his leg out and moves away.
#CL2#
Vovchanchyn gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Vovchanchyn is looking to take this one to the mat.
Vovchanchyn is looking to take this one to the mat.
Vovchanchyn has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Cartwright after a bit of a struggle.
Vovchanchyn looks winded!
Vovchanchyn has Cartwright pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Cartwright manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Vovchanchyn is working for takedown but Cartwright is calmly controlling the position for now.
Vovchanchyn wants a takedown.
Cartwright has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Vovchanchyn avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Vovchanchyn changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Cartwright fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Cartwright circles away from the clinch attempt.
#CL2#
Vovchanchyn closes the distance and clinches.
Cartwright fails to pull the fight into his guard.
#T3#
Cartwright jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Vovchanchyn walks away with a smile on his face. Cartwright gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Fedor Vovchanchyn seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Vovchanchyn closes the distance and clinches.
Cartwright is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Cartwright is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Vovchanchyn to keep the fight standing.
Vovchanchyn has Cartwright pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Cartwright manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Vovchanchyn changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Cartwright fights it off and pushes away nicely.
#CL2#
Vovchanchyn moves into range and clinches up with Cartwright.
Vovchanchyn can't get the takedown.
Cartwright is working for takedown but Vovchanchyn is calmly controlling the position for now.
Vovchanchyn has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Cartwright after a bit of a struggle.
Vovchanchyn wants to take the fight to the mat but Cartwright manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Cartwright prevents the takedown attempt.
Vovchanchyn is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Cartwright is defending well.
Vovchanchyn is trying to drag Cartwright to the mat but Cartwright just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Cartwright is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Vovchanchyn to keep the fight standing.#T4#
Cartwright is trying to drag Vovchanchyn to the mat but Vovchanchyn just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Cartwright prevents a takedown attempt there.
Vovchanchyn goes for a takedown in the clinch but Cartwright prevents it.
Vovchanchyn wants a takedown but no success here.
Vovchanchyn goes for a takedown in the clinch but Cartwright prevents it.
Cartwright jumps guard but Vovchanchyn stands there with Cartwright around his waist. Cartwright gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Cartwright drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Vovchanchyn gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Cartwright drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Vovchanchyn gets the underhooks and prevents it.
#T5#
Cartwright wants to take the fight to the mat but Vovchanchyn manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Cartwright gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Vovchanchyn.
Cartwright is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Vovchanchyn tries for a takedown. No joy.
Cartwright looking for a takedown.
Vovchanchyn looking for a takedown.
Cartwright is trying to pull guard but Vovchanchyn has him pressed against the cage.
Vovchanchyn changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Cartwright fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Cartwright changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Vovchanchyn tries to avoid it but Cartwright manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Vovchanchyn to the ground. Vovchanchyn escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Vovchanchyn wants to counter the offense by Cartwright and move into the clinch position.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Vovchanchyn is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Cartwright is defending well.
Vovchanchyn can't get the takedown.
Vovchanchyn goes for a takedown attempt but Cartwright pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
#T6##CL2#
Vovchanchyn rushes Cartwright and presses him up against the cage.#TD2#
Vovchanchyn gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Cartwright (0) vs (2) Vovchanchyn
Cartwright is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Vovchanchyn controlling from the top position.
Cartwright seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Vovchanchyn postures up.
#T7#
Cartwright is controlling Vovchanchyn's posture.
Cartwright not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Cartwright is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Vovchanchyn is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Vovchanchyn pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Cartwright is keeping the position for now.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Cartwright is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Cartwright (2) vs (2) Vovchanchyn
Vovchanchyn keeping moving, preventing Cartwright from controlling successfully. #T8#
Cartwright being controlled here momentarily. #SUB#
Cartwright drops back, looking for a kneebar! Vovchanchyn looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Vovchanchyn looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Vovchanchyn! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Cartwright (2) vs (6) Vovchanchyn
Vovchanchyn tries to move into full mount but can't pass Cartwright's legs.
Cartwright tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Vovchanchyn wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Vovchanchyn working away.#T9#
Vovchanchyn controlling the position from side mount.
Cartwright is trying to improve his position.
Cartwright is working hard here to advance position.
Cartwright trying his best to control but Vovchanchyn has mounted him. Score +2 for reaching mount: Cartwright (2) vs (8) Vovchanchyn
Cartwright wants to hold on but Vovchanchyn pushes him away.
Vovchanchyn controlling the pace for now.
Cartwright is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T10#
Cartwright is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Cartwright is trying to reverse the position but instead Vovchanchyn has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Cartwright (2) vs (11) Vovchanchyn
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Vovchanchyn not allowing Cartwright to control his hands.
Will Vovchanchyn go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Cartwright trying to control the position but Vovchanchyn manages to sink in the hooks.
Cartwright rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
#T11#
Cartwright is looking for a sweep. Vovchanchyn is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Cartwright is trying to control but can't.
Vovchanchyn perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Cartwright holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Cartwright tries to roll over but Vovchanchyn keeps him under control.
Cartwright is looking to control Vovchanchyn's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Cartwright avoid being mounted?#T12#
Vovchanchyn trying to pass the guard but Cartwright defending well.
Cartwright is holding on to half guard well.
Vovchanchyn tries to pass to full mount but Cartwright defends it.
Cartwright tries to get to full guard but Vovchanchyn has control of the leg. #T13#
Vovchanchyn wants to take a breather but Cartwright is having none of it.
Cartwright wants to improve his position but Vovchanchyn is controlling well.
Cartwright is holding on to half guard well.
Cartwright wants to sweep but Vovchanchyn has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Cartwright (2) vs (14) Vovchanchyn
Vovchanchyn working away.#T14#
Cartwright regains half guard.
Cartwright wants to control but Vovchanchyn is keeping busy.
Cartwright is trying to get back to full guard.
Cartwright is trying to control but can't.
Cartwright trying to get back to full guard but Vovchanchyn takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Cartwright (2) vs (17) Vovchanchyn
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Cartwright tries to hold on but Vovchanchyn pushes him away.
And that's the end of the fight!
Vovchanchyn wins on points by 17 to 2.
A very excited looking Fedor Vovchanchyn 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:
Stepping Stone 61
Date: Nov 06, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 2 losses; Fedor Vovchanchyn! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 0 losses; Roddy Banner!
The judges for this bout are Trevor Gratis, Steve Smith and Yves DeLean.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Banner shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Vovchanchyn defends it nicely.
Vovchanchyn is looking to counter the offense by Banner and move into the clinch.
Vovchanchyn has been working on his boxing with his coaches at SSJ Gym in the buildup to the fight.#TD2#
Banner scores with a takedown into Vovchanchyn's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Vovchanchyn (0) vs (2) Banner
Banner trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Vovchanchyn might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Banner sitting in guard here, content to control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Banner trying to control but Vovchanchyn is working from the bottom.
Banner must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T1#
Banner is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Banner looking to pass the guard.
Banner wants to control from the top but Vovchanchyn keeps moving.
Banner is fighting to break Vovchanchyn's control of his arms but Vovchanchyn is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Vovchanchyn can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Banner controls the pace.#T2#
Vovchanchyn keeping full guard, as Banner tries to pass.
Banner looking to sit in guard and control but Vovchanchyn gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Vovchanchyn (2) vs (2) Banner
Banner is trying to control the position but Vovchanchyn postures up.
Vovchanchyn controls from within his opponent's guard.
Banner 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.
Banner is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#T3#
Vovchanchyn content to stall in guard here.
Banner looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB2#
Vovchanchyn avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Banner looking for a sweep. Not yet Banner, not yet.
We've been informed that Banner has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.#T4##SUB2#
Banner throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Banner seems keen to control Vovchanchyn's posture.
Vovchanchyn stands and throws Banner's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Vovchanchyn (5) vs (2) Banner
Vovchanchyn tries to move to mount but Banner blocks the move with his legs.
Banner can't do much from the bottom here.
Banner is looking to regain half guard here but Vovchanchyn keeps moving and retains side control. #T5#
Banner is still trying to improve position.
Banner trying to remain calm as Vovchanchyn controls from the top position.
Banner stops Vovchanchyn from passing to mount.
Banner tries to improve position but can't.
Banner stops Vovchanchyn from passing to mount.
Banner regains half guard.
Banner slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#T6#
Banner looking to hit a scissor sweep but Vovchanchyn is one step ahead there.
Vovchanchyn is fighting to break Banner's control of his arms but Banner is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Vovchanchyn is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Banner is trying to keep Vovchanchyn in close.
Vovchanchyn being controlled here momentarily.
Banner looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Vovchanchyn puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard. #T7#
Banner is looking to improve his position.
Banner is trying to control but Vovchanchyn passes into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Vovchanchyn (8) vs (2) Banner
Vovchanchyn staying calm.
Banner prevents Vovchanchyn from moving into mount.
Banner gets back to half guard.
Banner wants to control but Vovchanchyn is keeping busy.
#T8#
Banner moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Banner not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Vovchanchyn stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Banner swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Banner looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Banner working a defensive guard but Vovchanchyn passes into half guard.
Banner is trying to maintain the position but Vovchanchyn is very close to passing his half guard.
Vovchanchyn is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Banner keeps control of the position for the meantime. #T9#
Banner is looking to improve his position.
Vovchanchyn is controlling the pace.
Vovchanchyn trying to mount his opponent but Banner defends it.
Vovchanchyn moves into full mount! Banner won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Vovchanchyn (11) vs (2) Banner#T10#
Banner is trying to escape the mount.
Banner wants to control but Vovchanchyn is having none of it.
Vovchanchyn looking to control and managing it successfully.
Vovchanchyn'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.
Banner is desperately trying to improve his position but Vovchanchyn has a good base and remains in mount.#T11#
Banner tries to hold on but Vovchanchyn postures up.
Banner can't escape the position.
Banner tries to hold on but Vovchanchyn postures up.
Banner is in all sorts of trouble here.
Banner tries to lock up and control but Vovchanchyn gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Vovchanchyn trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Banner tries to hold on but Vovchanchyn postures up.
Vovchanchyn sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T12#
Banner is desperately trying to improve his position but Vovchanchyn has a good base and remains in mount.
Banner sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Vovchanchyn works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Vovchanchyn (14) vs (2) Banner
Banner wants to control but Vovchanchyn is having none of it.
Banner is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.
Vovchanchyn sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Banner is looking to improve his position but Vovchanchyn isn't that keen on the idea.#T13#
Vovchanchyn is looking to work his way around to Banner's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Vovchanchyn manages to capitalize on a mistake by Banner to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Vovchanchyn (17) vs (2) Banner
Banner wants to control his opponent's hands but Vovchanchyn gets his hands free.
Vovchanchyn is hanging on to Banner's back as he tries to escape.
Banner keeps trying to improve his position.
Vovchanchyn controlling the position well here. Banner rolled but Vovchanchyn kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Banner rolls, trying to escape but Vovchanchyn keeps control of the position.
#T14#
Banner turns into Vovchanchyn and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Vovchanchyn (17) vs (4) Banner
Vovchanchyn is controlling Banner's posture.
Banner 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.
Banner wants to control from the top but Vovchanchyn keeps moving.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Banner pushing down on Vovchanchyn's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Vovchanchyn is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
And that's the end of the fight!
Vovchanchyn takes the fight on points by 17 to 4.
A victorious Fedor Vovchanchyn thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
Roddy Banner spoke after the fight, saying 'Watch your back! I am coming for you..'. |
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Event:
Stepping Stone 56
Date: Oct 30, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 5 losses; Ray White! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 2 losses; Fedor Vovchanchyn!
The judges for this bout are Eddie Farnsworth, John Roberts and Alyssa Summers.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL2#
Vovchanchyn moves into the clinch successfully.
Vovchanchyn tries for a takedown but White manages to get underhooks.
Vovchanchyn is working for takedown but White is calmly controlling the position for now.
White jumps guard but Vovchanchyn stands there with White around his waist. White gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
White prevents a takedown attempt there.
Ray White has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Fedor Vovchanchyn.
White fails to pull the fight into his guard.
White is working for takedown but Vovchanchyn is calmly controlling the position for now.
Vovchanchyn drops to a knee looking for a takedown but White gets the underhooks and prevents it.
White definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Vovchanchyn drops down looking for an ankle pick but White pulls his leg out and moves away.
#TD#
Vovchanchyn tries to sprawl but White drives through with a takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: White (2) vs (0) Vovchanchyn
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
White is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Vovchanchyn defends it well.
Vovchanchyn is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T1#
White is looking to advance position but Vovchanchyn won't allow it. #SUB#
Vovchanchyn is defending against the submission attempts here by White.
#SUB#
White is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Vovchanchyn sees it coming and defends easily.
Vovchanchyn wants to get back to full guard.#T2#
White trying to control from half guard but Vovchanchyn is working away.
Vovchanchyn gets full guard.
White trying to control the position from guard on top but Vovchanchyn is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Vovchanchyn seems keen to control White's posture.
White wants to control from the top but Vovchanchyn keeps moving.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Vovchanchyn looking to hit a scissor sweep but White is one step ahead there.
White trying to control the position from guard on top but Vovchanchyn is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Vovchanchyn has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Vovchanchyn 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.
White looking to sit in guard and control but Vovchanchyn gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: White (2) vs (2) Vovchanchyn
White working a defensive guard here.
#T4#
Vovchanchyn advances to half guard.
Vovchanchyn perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
White makes his way to full guard. A much better position for White.
Vovchanchyn passes White's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #SUB#
White looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Vovchanchyn in particular looking to stall.
White trying to hold on to Vovchanchyn's head to control him but Vovchanchyn postures up.
#T5#
White tries to get to full guard but Vovchanchyn has control of the leg.
Vovchanchyn perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #SUB#
White looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Vovchanchyn controlling the action here.#T6#
Vovchanchyn is looking to advance position but White won't allow it.
White tries to roll over but Vovchanchyn keeps him under control.
Vovchanchyn stalling. #T7#
Vovchanchyn's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
White tries to get to full guard but Vovchanchyn has control of the leg. #T8#
White trying to control from the bottom.
Vovchanchyn with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
More stalling from Vovchanchyn.#T9#
Vovchanchyn tries to pass the half guard into mount. White knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Vovchanchyn trying to control the pace.
White might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
White trying to control here.
Vovchanchyn slows the pace down in half guard. #T10#
Vovchanchyn is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: White (2) vs (5) Vovchanchyn
Vovchanchyn takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
White is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Vovchanchyn controlling his opponent. #T11#
White wants to hold on but Vovchanchyn pushes him away.
White tries to reverse the position but Vovchanchyn maintains control.
Vovchanchyn content just to control the position here.
Vovchanchyn avoids the attempt from White to control.
White tries to improve his position but instead Vovchanchyn has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: White (2) vs (8) Vovchanchyn#T12#
You can see the frustration on White's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Vovchanchyn is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Vovchanchyn is trying to stick to White's back but White is turning into Vovchanchyn. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Vovchanchyn's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by White. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: White (4) vs (8) Vovchanchyn
Vovchanchyn bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in White's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: White (4) vs (10) Vovchanchyn
Vovchanchyn postures up.
White wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Vovchanchyn is now in half guard.
White has a hand on Vovchanchyn's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Vovchanchyn takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: White (4) vs (13) Vovchanchyn#T13#
Vovchanchyn controlling from mount.
White is trying to reverse the position but instead Vovchanchyn has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: White (4) vs (16) Vovchanchyn
Vovchanchyn controlling the position well here. White rolled but Vovchanchyn kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
White tries to escape but Vovchanchyn has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #T14#
White is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Vovchanchyn gets his hands free as White looks to control.
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.
Vovchanchyn with more of the same as he continues to hold on.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Vovchanchyn wins on points by 16 to 4.
A relieved looking Fedor Vovchanchyn thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
Ray White was interviewed post fight and said 'You knew I was gonna say something! I mean, come on man, ANOTHER loss. I feel like I gotta have a bad luck stat or I just didn't drink enough last night. '. |
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Event:
Stepping Stone 54
Date: Oct 23, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Fedor Vovchanchyn! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 3 losses; Tendren Hlervu!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Percy O'Donnell and Don Winkell.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Hlervu shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Vovchanchyn defends it nicely.#CL#
Hlervu tries to keep at a distance but Vovchanchyn has taken the fight into the clinch.
Hlervu is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Vovchanchyn pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Vovchanchyn tries for a takedown but Hlervu manages to get underhooks.
Vovchanchyn is looking to take this one to the mat.
Hlervu tries for a takedown. No joy.
Fedor Vovchanchyn has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tendren Hlervu.
Vovchanchyn is trying to drag Hlervu to the mat but Hlervu just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Hlervu is pressed up against the cage. Vovchanchyn has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Hlervu down to the mat. Hlervu avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #CL#
Vovchanchyn has Hlervu up against the cage in a clinch.
Hlervu wants a takedown but no success here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hlervu is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Vovchanchyn pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Vovchanchyn tries for a takedown. No joy.
Hlervu has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Vovchanchyn is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Hlervu has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Vovchanchyn is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Hlervu is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Vovchanchyn has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Hlervu after a bit of a struggle. #T1#
Hlervu prevents the takedown attempt.
Hlervu is looking to take this one to the mat.
Hlervu is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Vovchanchyn is defending well.
Vovchanchyn wants a takedown but no success here.
Hlervu stops a takedown attempt from Vovchanchyn.
Vovchanchyn goes for a takedown in the clinch but Hlervu prevents it.
Vovchanchyn is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Hlervu is defending well.
Hlervu drops down looking for an ankle pick but Vovchanchyn pulls his leg out and moves away.
Nice sprawl there from Vovchanchyn as Hlervu shoots in.
Vovchanchyn tries to counter by clinching up but Hlervu breaks away and moves out of range.#CL#
Vovchanchyn closes the distance and clinches.
Hlervu tries to score a body lock takedown but Vovchanchyn shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Vovchanchyn looking for a takedown.
Vovchanchyn has Hlervu pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Hlervu manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Vovchanchyn goes for a takedown in the clinch but Hlervu prevents it.
Vovchanchyn looking for a takedown.
Hlervu has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Vovchanchyn is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Vovchanchyn has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Hlervu avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Hlervu is working for takedown but Vovchanchyn is calmly controlling the position for now.
Vovchanchyn tries to score a body lock takedown but Hlervu shows good agility there to stay on his feet.#T2#
Vovchanchyn is pressed up against the cage. Hlervu has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Vovchanchyn down to the mat. Vovchanchyn avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Hlervu shoots in looking for a takedown. Vovchanchyn tries to sprawl out of it but Hlervu keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Vovchanchyn manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Hlervu looks winded!#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Hlervu wants a takedown but no success here.
Vovchanchyn tries to score a body lock takedown but Hlervu shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Vovchanchyn tries for a takedown but Hlervu manages to get underhooks.
Hlervu tries to score a body lock takedown but Vovchanchyn shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Hlervu has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Vovchanchyn after a bit of a struggle.
Hlervu tries for a takedown but Vovchanchyn manages to get underhooks.
Hlervu prevents the takedown attempt.
Vovchanchyn wants a takedown.
Vovchanchyn is trying to drag Hlervu to the mat but Hlervu just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Vovchanchyn goes for a takedown in the clinch but Hlervu prevents it.
Vovchanchyn is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.#T3#
Hlervu is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Vovchanchyn is defending well.
Hlervu has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Vovchanchyn avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Vovchanchyn tries for a takedown. No joy.
Vovchanchyn drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Hlervu gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Vovchanchyn wants a takedown.
Hlervu is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Vovchanchyn gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Vovchanchyn looking for a takedown.
Hlervu stops a takedown attempt from Vovchanchyn.
Hlervu prevents the takedown attempt.
Vovchanchyn drops down looking for an ankle pick but Hlervu pulls his leg out and moves away.
#CL#
Vovchanchyn drives through and clinches with Hlervu against the cage.
Vovchanchyn wants a takedown.
Hlervu is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Vovchanchyn is defending well.
Hlervu can't get the takedown.
Hlervu drops down looking for an ankle pick but Vovchanchyn pulls his leg out and moves away.
#T4##CL#
Vovchanchyn has taken the fight to the clinch.
Hlervu is looking to take this one to the mat.
Vovchanchyn is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Hlervu gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Hlervu goes for a takedown attempt but Vovchanchyn pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
#TD2#
Hlervu shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Vovchanchyn's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Vovchanchyn (0) vs (2) Hlervu
Hlervu wants to pass the guard but Vovchanchyn is keeping the position.
Vovchanchyn is pulling down on Hlervu's head. It's preventing any offense from Hlervu, at least for the moment.
Hlervu looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T5#
Vovchanchyn wants to sweep here but Hlervu controlling him for the moment.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Vovchanchyn is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Vovchanchyn (2) vs (2) Hlervu#T6##SUB2#
Hlervu looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Hlervu is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Vovchanchyn (2) vs (4) Hlervu
Hlervu trying to control but Vovchanchyn is working from the bottom.
Vovchanchyn trying to control the position.
#T7#
Hlervu stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Vovchanchyn swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Vovchanchyn looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Hlervu puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Hlervu content to control rather than advance.
Vovchanchyn is staying active underneath Hlervu, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T8#
Vovchanchyn is looking to improve his position.
Vovchanchyn keeping hold of Hlervu's head, controlling as best he can.
Hlervu trying to control the action but Vovchanchyn is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Hlervu is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#T9#
Vovchanchyn is looking for a sweep. Hlervu is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hlervu is looking to advance position but Vovchanchyn won't allow it.
Vovchanchyn preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head. #T10#
Vovchanchyn is pressing down on Hlervu's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Vovchanchyn wants to sweep here but Hlervu controlling him for the moment.
Vovchanchyn keeping moving, preventing Hlervu from controlling successfully.
Hlervu trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T11#
Vovchanchyn is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Vovchanchyn wants to sweep here but Hlervu controlling him for the moment.
Vovchanchyn working a defensive guard here.
Hlervu trying to control the position from guard on top but Vovchanchyn is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Vovchanchyn being controlled here, momentarily. #T12#
Vovchanchyn tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Vovchanchyn controls Hlervu momentarily but Hlervu frees himself.
Hlervu not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T13#
Vovchanchyn trying to control the position here.
Hlervu trying to control but Vovchanchyn is working from the bottom.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Vovchanchyn looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #T14#
Hlervu looking to pass the guard.
Hlervu works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Vovchanchyn tries to roll over but Hlervu keeps him under control.
Hlervu performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hlervu wins on points by 4 to 2.
Tendren Hlervu seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
Bellicose 141
Date: Sep 11, 2022 |
#R1#
Quessy steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Vovchanchyn. That one must have hurt.
A slow jab from Quessy misses its intended target.
A decent looking cross lands there for Vovchanchyn.#CUT2#It looks like Thomas Quessy has been cut.
Vovchanchyn lands a slapping body shot.
Quessy misses with a body punch
and Vovchanchyn counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Quessy tries to clinch there but Vovchanchyn circles away.
Vovchanchyn jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Quessy throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Vovchanchyn throws out a counter right but Quessy avoids it with no problem.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vovchanchyn throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Quessy sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Vovchanchyn moves away from the strike by Quessy.
Vovchanchyn slips a jab and a cross from Quessy.
Quessy swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A nice side step and Vovchanchyn releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.#T1#
Quessy uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Vovchanchyn has time to react.#CL#
Quessy gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#BC2#
Vovchanchyn breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Quessy wants to clinch up but Vovchanchyn keeps it at a distance.
Quessy misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Vovchanchyn.
Quessy misses with a hook. Vovchanchyn ducked under it nicely.
Quessy walks into a stiff left hand from Vovchanchyn.
Quessy misses with an uppercut
#KD2#
and Vovchanchyn counters with a crisp one two that drops Quessy! Vovchanchyn thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Quessy to his feet! Quessy is in big trouble!
Vovchanchyn misses with a few strikes there.
Quessy shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Vovchanchyn lands with a hook. Quessy tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. #ROC2#Quessy is rocked!#T2##CL#
Quessy drives through and clinches with Vovchanchyn against the cage.
Quessy misses with a short punch on the inside.
Vovchanchyn pushes Quessy back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#BC2#
Vovchanchyn breaks the clinch.
Vovchanchyn has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Nice defenses there by Vovchanchyn.
Vovchanchyn misses with an uppercut. Quessy saw that one coming.
Vovchanchyn misses with an uppercut. Quessy saw that one coming.
The fighters circling - Vovchanchyn throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Vovchanchyn lands a high kick!
Vovchanchyn loads up on a big right hand but Quessy slips the punch.
Quessy connects with a crisp jab. #T3#
Vovchanchyn lands with a shot to the body.
A shot to the body from Quessy misses
and Vovchanchyn counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CUT2#Thomas Quessy's cut is getting worse.
Vovchanchyn lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Vovchanchyn jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Quessy changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Quessy uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Vovchanchyn.
The crowd cheers as Vovchanchyn lands an impressive looking overhand right. Quessy doesn't seem phased though.
Vovchanchyn throws a jab when Quessy was well out of range.
Quessy feinted with a counter takedown.
Quessy dives in and grabs Vovchanchyn's left leg, looking for a takedown. Vovchanchyn pushes down on Quessy's head and hops out.
Vovchanchyn misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Quessy.
#CL#
Quessy takes the fight into the clinch. #T4#
Quessy has a couple of punches blocked by Vovchanchyn.
Quessy can't find room to land a body shot as Vovchanchyn controls the action.
#BC2#
Vovchanchyn manages to break the clinch.
The fight stays on the outside here - Quessy looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Vovchanchyn scores with a nice right hand.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A big right from Vovchanchyn misses.
Vovchanchyn's jab looks to have found its range, popping Quessy under the eye.
Quessy misses with a hook
and Quessy takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CUT2#Thomas Quessy's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Vovchanchyn throws a combination that misses #TD#
and Quessy counters with a shoot takedown. Vovchanchyn fights it but they end up in guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Fedor Vovchanchyn dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Thomas Quessy's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Quessy scores with a jab to the head.
Vovchanchyn listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Vovchanchyn bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Vovchanchyn walks into a left hand.
Quessy blocks a jab.
Vovchanchyn walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Quessy checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Quessy tries to counter with a takedown but Vovchanchyn is quick to defend against it.
A solid body kick from Vovchanchyn.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vovchanchyn misses with a left hand #TD#
and Quessy counters with a shoot takedown. Vovchanchyn fights it but they end up in guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Quessy scoring with punches to the head and body.
Quessy has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Vovchanchyn is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Quessy with a flurry of punches that miss.
We've been hearing good reports from Quessy'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.#T1#
Quessy throwing strikes but missing.
Quessy throwing strikes from guard but Vovchanchyn blocks nicely.
Quessy throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Quessy throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Vovchanchyn works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Quessy passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Quessy misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Quessy postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Quessy tries to move into full mount but can't pass Vovchanchyn's legs.
Quessy misses with the ground and pound.#T2#
Quessy trying to control the position but Vovchanchyn is working away. #SUB#
Quessy working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Quessy working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Quessy throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Quessy in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Quessy scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Vovchanchyn to see if he's OK.
Quessy working the ground and pound from side control.#SUB#
Quessy is working to tighten his grip on Vovchanchyn's neck. He's isolated an arm and is working for an arm triangle. Vovchanchyn has recognised the danger and is trying to turn with the submission but Quessy is really squeezing tight and eventually Vovchanchyn passes out! Quessy breaks the hold and jumps onto the cage to celebrate! Submission of the night, I'd say!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Thomas Quessy!
An out of breath Thomas Quessy 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 133
Date: Aug 20, 2022 |
#R1#
Vovchanchyn uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Santo Amaro.
Vovchanchyn with a jab.
Santo Amaro throws out a loose jab but Vovchanchyn uses good head movement to avoid it.
Santo Amaro misses with a hook. Vovchanchyn ducked under it nicely.
Santo Amaro misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Vovchanchyn counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Santo Amaro stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Vovchanchyn.
Santo Amaro works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A big left from Santo Amaro misses.
Santo Amaro misses with a body shot.
Santo Amaro moves out of range of the leg kick from Vovchanchyn.
Vovchanchyn avoids the body shot from Santo Amaro.
Vovchanchyn throwing a counter right hand but Santo Amaro manages to avoid it.
Vovchanchyn has been working on his boxing with his coaches at SSJ Gym in the buildup to the fight.#T1#
Santo Amaro bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Vovchanchyn misses with a straight left.
Santo Amaro takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Santo Amaro just misses with a punch to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Vovchanchyn misses the target.
Vovchanchyn throws a right hand that misses
and Santo Amaro counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Vovchanchyn throws a low kick, looking for Santo Amaro's leg but Santo Amaro calmly moves out of range.
Vovchanchyn cracks Santo Amaro with a right hand to the side of the head.
Santo Amaro throws a lazy uppercut
and Vovchanchyn connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Vovchanchyn jabs Santo Amaro to the body, keeping him at a distance.#T2#
Nice straight punches there by Vovchanchyn. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Vovchanchyn.
Vovchanchyn throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Vovchanchyn lands a really nice looking cross but Santo Amaro seems unphased.
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!
Santo Amaro avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Vovchanchyn is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Vovchanchyn misses with a wild body shot.
Vovchanchyn throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Vovchanchyn throws a lazy head kick
and Santo Amaro counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
An inside leg kick from Vovchanchyn misses.
Santo Amaro throws a body punch but Vovchanchyn moves out of range. #T3#
Decent striking displayed by Vovchanchyn there.
Santo Amaro misses the jab.
Santo Amaro thuds his right hand into Vovchanchyn's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Santo Amaro misses with an uppercut.
Vovchanchyn uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Santo Amaro.
Santo Amaro swings for the body but Vovchanchyn moves out of range.
Santo Amaro blocks a jab.
Vovchanchyn avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Vovchanchyn lands a jab-cross combination. #CUT#It looks like Junqueiro Santo Amaro has been cut.
Vovchanchyn throws a leg kick but Santo Amaro checks it. #T4#
Vovchanchyn lands a jab to the nose.
Vovchanchyn is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
A head kick by Vovchanchyn misses
and Santo Amaro counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Santo Amaro misses with a hook
enabling Vovchanchyn to counter with a crisp jab.
Santo Amaro throws a lazy uppercut
and Vovchanchyn cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Vovchanchyn displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Santo Amaro throws out the jab.
Santo Amaro just misses with a punch to the body.
Vovchanchyn misses with a right hand
enabling Santo Amaro to counter with a crisp jab.
Vovchanchyn lands an overhand right.
Vovchanchyn misses with a double jab.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Fedor Vovchanchyn dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Junqueiro Santo Amaro's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Santo Amaro throws a lazy uppercut
and Vovchanchyn counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Vovchanchyn lands with a nice body punch.
Vovchanchyn slips a jab from Santo Amaro.
Fedor Vovchanchyn is winning the standup battle so far.
Santo Amaro looks to score with a jab to the body but Vovchanchyn is just out of range.
Vovchanchyn swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Santo Amaro looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Vovchanchyn keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Vovchanchyn swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Vovchanchyn is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Santo Amaro can do to turn this around?
Nice defenses there by Vovchanchyn.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Santo Amaro keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Santo Amaro looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Santo Amaro ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Jab, jab by Vovchanchyn - just one landing. #T1#
Santo Amaro wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Santo Amaro misses with a hook
and Vovchanchyn connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Santo Amaro misses with a hook.
Vovchanchyn throws a lazy uppercut
and Santo Amaro counters with a nice body shot.
Vovchanchyn looks to score with a jab to the body but Santo Amaro is just out of range.
A lazy body kick from Vovchanchyn
letting Santo Amaro counter with a right hand.
Santo Amaro swings widly with a right hand
and Vovchanchyn counters with a nice uppercut.
Nice defenses there by Vovchanchyn.
Santo Amaro lands a jab to Vovchanchyn's midsection.#T2#
Vovchanchyn slips under a jab from Santo Amaro.
Santo Amaro rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Vovchanchyn counters with a straight right hand.
Santo Amaro swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Vovchanchyn makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Santo Amaro has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Vovchanchyn finds it's way round the side to connect with Santo Amaro's head.
Santo Amaro looks to land a right hand but Vovchanchyn moved out of range.
Vovchanchyn tried to counter with a leg kick but Santo Amaro avoided it.
Santo Amaro misses the shot to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Santo Amaro. Vovchanchyn does a little dance to reset his feet.
Santo Amaro swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Santo Amaro might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Vovchanchyn has got the better of the exchanges.
Santo Amaro misses with a straight right. #T3#
Santo Amaro scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Vovchanchyn throws a head kick that misses
and Santo Amaro makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
A cross from Vovchanchyn lands.
Vovchanchyn lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Santo Amaro rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Vovchanchyn counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Vovchanchyn throws a looping overhand right but Santo Amaro ducks down to avoid it.
Santo Amaro looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Santo Amaro looks to land a right hand but Vovchanchyn moved out of range.
Santo Amaro changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Vovchanchyn throws a jab when Santo Amaro was well out of range.#T4#
Vovchanchyn is looking to land body kicks.
It seemed like Santo Amaro was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Vovchanchyn blocks a jab.
Santo Amaro needs to keep his hands up - Vovchanchyn had a free shot at his head there.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Nice body punch from Santo Amaro.
Santo Amaro waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Vovchanchyn.
Santo Amaro misses with an uppercut
enabling Vovchanchyn to counter with a crisp jab.
Vovchanchyn swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Santo Amaro.
Santo Amaro lands with a shot to the body.
Santo Amaro throws a lazy uppercut
and Vovchanchyn connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Fedor Vovchanchyn will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Junqueiro Santo Amaro's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Vovchanchyn scores with a nice right hand.
Vovchanchyn thows a left - swing and a miss!
Santo Amaro looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Santo Amaro jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Vovchanchyn throws a head kick but Santo Amaro moves out of range.
Santo Amaro stuns Vovchanchyn with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Santo Amaro throws a hook but Vovchanchyn blocks it.
Vovchanchyn throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Santo Amaro looks to score with a jab to the body but Vovchanchyn is just out of range.
As Santo Amaro backs away, Vovchanchyn returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Santo Amaro throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
It looked like Vovchanchyn was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Santo Amaro.
Santo Amaro ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Vovchanchyn moves away.#T1#
Santo Amaro slips a jab and a cross from Vovchanchyn.
Santo Amaro has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Vovchanchyn's corner calls for a 1-2. Vovchanchyn obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Santo Amaro lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Vovchanchyn throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Vovchanchyn is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Santo Amaro throws a shot to the body.
Santo Amaro looks to throw the jab but Vovchanchyn is out of range.
Vovchanchyn throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Vovchanchyn misses with a wild body shot.
Santo Amaro throws a big shot that misses.#T2#
Vovchanchyn catches Santo Amaro with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Vovchanchyn throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Santo Amaro throws a hook but Vovchanchyn avoids it easily.
Vovchanchyn connects with a good right hand that stumbles Santo Amaro. Santo Amaro circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Vovchanchyn takes a jab right on the kisser.
#CUT2#It looks like Fedor Vovchanchyn has been cut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Good exchange - Vovchanchyn coming out on top.
A chopping leg kick lands by Vovchanchyn.
Santo Amaro ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Santo Amaro misses with a left hand
and Vovchanchyn counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Fedor Vovchanchyn is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T3#
Santo Amaro looks to throw the jab but Vovchanchyn is out of range.
Santo Amaro throws out a loose jab but Vovchanchyn uses good head movement to avoid it.
Santo Amaro misses with a looping left.
Vovchanchyn swings widly with a right hand
and Santo Amaro counters with a stiff right hand.
Santo Amaro tries to move into range but Vovchanchyn moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Vovchanchyn lands with a nice body kick.
Vovchanchyn misses the shot to the body.
Santo Amaro misses with a left hand
and Santo Amaro takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A big left from Santo Amaro misses.
Vovchanchyn was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.#T4#
A jab from Vovchanchyn misses.
Santo Amaro misses with a hook
and Vovchanchyn counters with a leg kick.
Vovchanchyn slips a jab from Santo Amaro.
Vovchanchyn slips under a jab.
Santo Amaro throws the left hand but Vovchanchyn avoids the punch easily.
Vovchanchyn thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Santo Amaro if he has to take too many more of those.
Santo Amaro throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Santo Amaro misses with a body shot.
Junqueiro Santo Amaro has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
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!
Santo Amaro throws a poor cross that misses
and Vovchanchyn counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
And that's the end of the fight!
Fedor Vovchanchyn showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Vovchanchyn has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Alyssa Summers scores the fight 30:27
Judge Russell Pearce scores the fight 30:28
Judge David Schapiro scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Fedor Vovchanchyn!
A victorious Fedor Vovchanchyn thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
Bellicose 123
Date: Jul 23, 2022 |
#R1##TD2#
Chukwudu manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Vovchanchyn on his heels. He'll look to pass Vovchanchyn's guard now, I'm sure.
Chukwudu looking to sit in guard and control but Vovchanchyn gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Vovchanchyn sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Vovchanchyn trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Vovchanchyn 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chukwudu wants to sweep here but Vovchanchyn controlling him for the moment. #T1#
Chukwudu pulls Vovchanchyn in close to his closed guard and prevents Vovchanchyn from doing any damage or advancing position.
Chukwudu wants to stand and escape but Vovchanchyn is having none of it.
Chukwudu 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.
Vovchanchyn 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. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Chukwudu has a closed guard, preventing Vovchanchyn from standing up.
Chukwudu looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Vovchanchyn slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Vovchanchyn looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Chukwudu fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Vovchanchyn avoids it really well and circles away.
Happy Chukwudu seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
An inside leg kick from Vovchanchyn misses. #T3##TD2#
Chukwudu drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Chukwudu stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Vovchanchyn swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Chukwudu is still trying to improve position.
Chukwudu pushes down on Vovchanchyn's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Vovchanchyn is looking for a sweep. Chukwudu is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Chukwudu takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#SUB2#
Chukwudu is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Vovchanchyn is just riding it out for now. Chukwudu eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
Chukwudu is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Vovchanchyn doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Chukwudu. #T4#
Vovchanchyn pushes Chukwudu off looking to stand but Chukwudu dives back in and keeps control.
Chukwudu is stalling here. Vovchanchyn is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Chukwudu seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Vovchanchyn has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Vovchanchyn trying to control the action but Chukwudu is working from the bottom.
Vovchanchyn will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Chukwudu is looking to reverse the position.
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 Fedor Vovchanchyn will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Vovchanchyn tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Chukwudu is able to avoid easily.
Chukwudu moves out of range of the strikes.
Chukwudu takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Chukwudu misses with a wild combination.
Vovchanchyn misses with a hook.
Nice takedown defense from Vovchanchyn. No joy for Chukwudu on that attempt.
Vovchanchyn stuns Chukwudu with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chukwudu lands a two punch combo.
#CUT2#It looks like Fedor Vovchanchyn has been cut.
A big left from Vovchanchyn misses.
Chukwudu has a takedown stuffed.#T1#
Vovchanchyn thows a left - swing and a miss!
Vovchanchyn misses with a looping right.
Chukwudu is looking to clinch but Vovchanchyn is avoiding it.
Chukwudu throws a left and a right that both miss
and Vovchanchyn counters with an outside leg kick.
Chukwudu checks the leg kick nicely there.
#CL2#
Chukwudu has Vovchanchyn up against the cage in a clinch.
#TD2#
Chukwudu gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Vovchanchyn wants to get back to his feet.
Happy Chukwudu has got the better of the ground game so far.
Vovchanchyn tries to roll over but Chukwudu keeps him under control.
Vovchanchyn is trying to maintain the position but Chukwudu is very close to passing his half guard.#T2#
Vovchanchyn tries to get to full guard but Chukwudu has control of the leg.
Chukwudu throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Vovchanchyn is trying to control but can't.
Vovchanchyn is not content to let Chukwudu control the position.
Chukwudu is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Vovchanchyn!
Chukwudu tries to control but Vovchanchyn wriggling away.
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!
Vovchanchyn wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by Chukwudu.
#T3#
Chukwudu wants to control the pace but Vovchanchyn is squirming around nicely.
Vovchanchyn is looking to get to half guard.
Vovchanchyn looks out of his depth in this position - he's holding on tight.#SUB2#
Vovchanchyn defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Chukwudu. #SUB2#
Chukwudu looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.#SUB2#
Chukwudu wants to finish this one by submission but Vovchanchyn is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Chukwudu. #T4#
Chukwudu tries to control but Vovchanchyn wriggling away.
Chukwudu looking to control and managing it successfully. #SUB2#
Chukwudu with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Vovchanchyn is controlling an arm, preventing Chukwudu from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Vovchanchyn tries to hold on but Chukwudu pushes him away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Happy Chukwudu showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Fedor Vovchanchyn's cut.
That's time! Vovchanchyn's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Vovchanchyn loads up on a big right hand but Chukwudu slips the punch.
Chukwudu tries to clinch up but Vovchanchyn circles away and keeps his distance.
Vovchanchyn rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Chukwudu counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Vovchanchyn misses with a leg kick
and Chukwudu counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Happy Chukwudu is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Horrible takedown attempt by Chukwudu or perhaps it was just good defense by Vovchanchyn, which made it look bad.
It looked like Vovchanchyn wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Chukwudu scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vovchanchyn connects with a jab.
Fedor Vovchanchyn is winning the standup battle so far.
Chukwudu wants to clinch up but Vovchanchyn keeps it at a distance.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Chukwudu.#T1#
Chukwudu scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Chukwudu shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Vovchanchyn as he avoids it easily.
Fedor Vovchanchyn has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Happy Chukwudu.#CL2#
Chukwudu moves into the clinch successfully.
A short uppercut from Vovchanchyn. #BC#
Vovchanchyn breaks from the clinch.
Chukwudu ducks under a wild hook from Vovchanchyn.
Chukwudu tries to clinch up but Vovchanchyn circles away and keeps his distance.
Vovchanchyn throws a leg kick but Chukwudu checks it.
Chukwudu keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Vovchanchyn.#TD2#
Chukwudu drives through with a takedown into guard. #T2#
Chukwudu pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Vovchanchyn is keeping the position for now.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Chukwudu slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Chukwudu trying to control the position from guard on top but Vovchanchyn is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Vovchanchyn is looking to stand up but Chukwudu isn't so interested in that idea.
Chukwudu slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#T3#
Chukwudu trying to control the position but Vovchanchyn is working away.
Chukwudu in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Vovchanchyn is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Chukwudu off and has taken his back!
Vovchanchyn is riding his opponent, not letting Chukwudu buck him off.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Vovchanchyn trying to control momentarily.
#T4#
Vovchanchyn not allowing Chukwudu to control his hands.
Vovchanchyn is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Vovchanchyn controlling well, preventing Chukwudu from escaping the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Vovchanchyn avoiding Chukwudu 's attempts to control his hands.
Chukwudu can't escape the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Fedor Vovchanchyn.
I think Vovchanchyn has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Jorge Garcia scores the fight 27:30
Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight 29:28
Judge Alyssa Summers scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Fedor Vovchanchyn!
Fedor Vovchanchyn thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
Bellicose 111
Date: Jun 17, 2022 |
#R1#
Sojka lands with a good body shot.
Sojka staying out of range there.
Sojka misses with a straight right.
Vovchanchyn misses with a body shot.
Sojka tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Vovchanchyn was well out of range. Poor timing from Sojka.
Sojka throws a right and a left that both miss.
Sojka throws a hook to the side of Vovchanchyn's head but Vovchanchyn sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Sojka swings widly with a right hand
and Vovchanchyn counters with a straight right hand.#CUT2#It looks like Albert Sojka has been cut.
A good leg kick by Vovchanchyn.
A chopping leg kick lands by Vovchanchyn.
Sojka definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Vovchanchyn throws a quick inside leg kick.
Sojka throws a nice looking combination but Vovchanchyn bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Sojka tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Vovchanchyn was well out of range. Poor timing from Sojka.
Sojka takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sojka swings widly with a right hand
and Vovchanchyn counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Vovchanchyn moves out of range of the strikes.
Vovchanchyn lands a nice looking body shot.
Sojka fails to land with a series of punches.
Sojka throws a right hand that misses
and Sojka takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #ROC2#Sojka is rocked!
Sojka walks into a straight right, dropping him to the canvas! Vovchanchyn swarms him and finishes the fight with a hail of punches! What a brutal finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Fedor Vovchanchyn!
A victorious Fedor Vovchanchyn thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
Bellicose 100
Date: May 22, 2022 |
#R1#
Skolz throws the left hand but Vovchanchyn avoids the punch easily.
Skolz bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Skolz displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Vovchanchyn throws out the jab.
Vovchanchyn pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Skolz tries to move into range but Vovchanchyn moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Skolz scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Skolz throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Vovchanchyn is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Skolz.
Vovchanchyn throws a shot to the body.
Vovchanchyn lands a jab to the nose.
Skolz throws a leg kick but Vovchanchyn checks it.
Vovchanchyn looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#KD2#
Skolz sends Vovchanchyn crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Skolz is motioning to the referee to let Vovchanchyn up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!#ROC2#Vovchanchyn is rocked!#CUT2#It looks like Fedor Vovchanchyn has been cut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Vovchanchyn lands a lovely overhand right.
Oh Vovchanchyn is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Vovchanchyn takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Skolz connects with a combination that backs up Vovchanchyn into the cage. Skolz lands a flurry of punches that gets past Vovchanchyn's guard. Vovchanchyn is down and the referee has seen enough. It is all over! Skolz bursts into tears - this win obviously means a huge amount to him.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Gerrad Skolz! |
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Event:
Bellicose 88
Date: Apr 23, 2022 |
#R1#
Redman throws a right hand that misses
and Vovchanchyn counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Redman drops his hands momentarily and Vovchanchyn takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Vovchanchyn dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A slapping leg kick lands for Vovchanchyn.
Vovchanchyn throws a nice outside leg kick.
Vovchanchyn throws a nice outside leg kick.
Redman takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Redman displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Vovchanchyn throws out the jab.
An attempted straight right counter from Redman misses the target.
Stu Redman seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Redman scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Vovchanchyn doesn't seem bothered though.
Vovchanchyn bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Vovchanchyn jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Redman swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Vovchanchyn lands with a hook. Redman tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Redman swings for the body but Vovchanchyn moves out of range.
Redman blocks a jab.
Redman has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Ludus Magnus in the buildup to the fight.
Redman walks into a left hand. #ROC2#Redman is rocked!
Vovchanchyn closes the distance and lands a vicious right hand that drops Redman! Vovchanchyn dives in looking to finish! Redman is still trying to defend himself but he's taking too many shots and the referee has no choice but to stop the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Fedor Vovchanchyn!
A relieved looking Fedor Vovchanchyn 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:
Oren vs Koyri
Date: Mar 13, 2022 |
#R1#
A combination from Lockkey does no damage.
Vovchanchyn uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Lockkey has time to react.
We've been told by Lockkey's head coaches at Hero Academia that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Vovchanchyn scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Lockkey shoots for a double leg takedown but Vovchanchyn sprawls well. He's pushed Lockkey's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Lockkey fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Vovchanchyn scores with a shot to the body.
Lockkey shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Vovchanchyn but Vovchanchyn pushes him off and we're back to square one.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sofaking Lockkey. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lockkey is breathing heavily.
Lockkey throws a low kick but it's checked well by Vovchanchyn.#KD2#
Vovchanchyn sends Lockkey crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Vovchanchyn is motioning to the referee to let Lockkey up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!#ROC2#Lockkey is rocked!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lockkey takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Oh Lockkey is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Vovchanchyn throws an uppercut from hell that sends Lockkey clean off his feet! He's out cold! Vovchanchyn stands back and admires his work as he thinks about that KO of the night award that is surely being wrapped up for him back stage.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Fedor Vovchanchyn!
A victorious Fedor Vovchanchyn thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
TWGC 36 (205lbs, D4): Montreal Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Dec 29, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Fedor Vovchanchyn! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Adryan Souza!
The judges for this bout are Gregory Folan, Robert Douchet and Yves DeLean.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Souza leaves Vovchanchyn with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Souza shoots in looking for a takedown. Vovchanchyn tries to sprawl out of it but Souza keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Vovchanchyn manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #CL#
Vovchanchyn has closed the distance and engaged Souza in a clinch.
Vovchanchyn is looking to take this one to the mat.
Vovchanchyn is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Souza is defending well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Fedor Vovchanchyn. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Vovchanchyn drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Souza tries for a takedown. No joy.
Vovchanchyn has Souza pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Souza manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Vovchanchyn is pressed up against the cage. Souza has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Vovchanchyn down to the mat. Vovchanchyn avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Vovchanchyn closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Vovchanchyn is trying to drag Souza to the mat but Souza just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Vovchanchyn is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Souza stops a takedown attempt from Vovchanchyn.
Souza goes for a takedown attempt but Vovchanchyn pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
#T1##CL#
Vovchanchyn has Souza up against the cage in a clinch.
Vovchanchyn is looking for a takedown.#TD#
Vovchanchyn has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Souza is trying to keep an underhook but Vovchanchyn manages to get the takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Vovchanchyn (2) vs (0) Souza
Vovchanchyn perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Vovchanchyn trying to pass the guard but Souza defending well.
Souza is pressing down on Vovchanchyn's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Souza seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Vovchanchyn looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB2#
Souza has his foot on Vovchanchyn's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Vovchanchyn works his way back into a safe position though.#T2#
Souza wants to sweep but no luck.
Vovchanchyn looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Vovchanchyn looking to pass the guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Vovchanchyn trying to move into half guard but instead Souza has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Vovchanchyn (2) vs (2) Souza
Vovchanchyn looking to hit a scissor sweep but Souza is one step ahead there.
Vovchanchyn keeping moving, preventing Souza from controlling successfully.
Souza looking to pass the guard.
Souza pushing down on Vovchanchyn's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Souza wants to control but Vovchanchyn is keeping him busy. #T4#
Vovchanchyn tries to roll over but Souza keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Souza seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
Souza seems to be working for a kimura but Vovchanchyn defends the submission attempt.
Vovchanchyn is refusing to be controlled, as Souza sits in half guard. #T5#
Vovchanchyn tries to get to full guard but Souza has control of the leg.
Vovchanchyn controlling the position for now.
Well, if Souza 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.
#SUB2#
Souza is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Souza takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#T6#
Vovchanchyn is looking for a sweep. Souza is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Souza trying to control from half guard but Vovchanchyn is working away.
Vovchanchyn wants to improve his position but Souza is controlling well.
Souza seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #SUB2#
Souza seems to be working for a kimura but Vovchanchyn defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Souza seems to be looking for submissions.
#T7#
Vovchanchyn keeping hold of Souza's head, controlling as best he can. #SUB2#
Souza is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Vovchanchyn trying to control from the bottom.
Vovchanchyn is controlling Souza's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Vovchanchyn wants to control but Souza is keeping busy.
#SUB2#
Vovchanchyn is looking to regain full guard. He's left an arm up in the air though and Souza has latched onto it... Big trouble! Souza pivots for an armbar - it's in tight and it Vovchanchyn is tapping in no time flat! Great counter grappling there from Souza!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 8:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Adryan Souza! |
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