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Event:
SPFT #3
Date: Jul 30, 2023 |
#R1#
No luck for Drago with that takedown attempt.
Drago shoots in but Soto avoids the takedown attempt easily.#TD#
Drago gets the takedown into side control.
Soto is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Soto looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#SUB#
Drago seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Drago is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Soto is just riding it out for now. Drago eventually gives up the hold.
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.#SUB2#
Soto looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Soto actively working from the bottom here.#T1##SUB2#
Soto looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Soto looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Drago is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB#
Drago is trying for a kimura here. Soto looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Drago wins by kimura!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Damian Drago!
Damian Drago took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Nutritional Shaved Ice for their support in the buildup to the fight. |
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Event:
SSG 145 Chai vs Barnes
Date: May 14, 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 17 losses; Damian Drago! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 21 losses; Ricky Peyton!
The judges for this bout are Steve Smith, Trevor Gratis and Alec Ball.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Peyton rushes Drago and presses him up against the cage.#TD2#
Peyton ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Peyton no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. #SUB#
Drago drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Drago jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB2#
Peyton looking for a guillotine here but Drago defends easily.
#SUB2#
Peyton has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Drago can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Our spies down at at Tappelukerho inform us that Peyton has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Drago avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Peyton looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB2#
Peyton is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
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.#SUB#
Drago thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB#
Drago thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Peyton is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Drago pushing down on Peyton's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #T1#
Peyton is looking for a sweep. Drago is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Drago is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Peyton doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Drago. #SUB#
Drago is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Peyton is just riding it out for now. Drago eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Drago is working for a kimura but Peyton is defending it quite comfortably.
Peyton works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB2#
Peyton escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Drago gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T2##SUB2#
Peyton is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Peyton is pulling down on Drago's head to control his posture. #SUB2#
Drago avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB2#
Peyton has his foot on Drago's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Drago works his way back into a safe position though.
Peyton looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB2#
Peyton looking for a guillotine here but Drago defends easily.
#SUB#
Drago thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Peyton managing to control the position.
Peyton is trying to control the position but Drago postures up. #T3##SUB2#
Peyton looking for a guillotine here but Drago defends easily.
#SUB#
Drago drops back looking for a leg! Peyton is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Peyton manages to kick Drago off! Drago jumps back into Peyton's guard. #SUB#
Drago drops back looking for a leg! Peyton is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Peyton manages to kick Drago off! Drago jumps back into Peyton's guard.
Drago tries to free his leg and advance position but Peyton is retaining full guard.
Peyton trying to keep a closed guard but Drago is proving a slippery customer.
#SUB2#
Peyton had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Drago defends it easily.#T4#
Drago pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Peyton is keeping the position for now.
Drago postures up.
Drago stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Peyton swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Drago thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB2#
Peyton is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Drago is aware though and is defending well.
Peyton looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Drago drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Drago jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB#
Drago thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Drago is breathing heavily.#SUB2#
Peyton looking for a guillotine here but Drago defends easily.
#SUB2#
Peyton working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Drago doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Drago manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T5##SUB#
Drago is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Peyton manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Drago manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Drago (0) vs (2) Peyton
Peyton trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Drago looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Peyton trying to control but Drago is working from the bottom.
Drago seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Peyton looking to pass the guard.
Peyton trying to control but Drago is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Drago throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#T6##SUB#
Drago working for a triangle but Peyton defends it easily.
Peyton passes Drago's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Drago is not content to let Peyton control the position.#SUB#
Drago actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Peyton is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Drago is staying active underneath Peyton, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB#
Drago actively working from the bottom here.
Peyton is trying to control. Drago wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T7##SUB2#
Peyton seems to be working for a kimura but Drago defends the submission attempt.
Peyton is trying to control the action in half guard but Drago is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB#
Drago looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Drago is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Peyton is pressing down on Drago's thigh, looking to free his foot. Drago is holding on for now. #SUB2#
Peyton is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Drago sees it coming and defends easily.
Drago is looking for a sweep. Peyton is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Peyton wants to pass to mount but Drago is defending the position.
Peyton has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Drago (0) vs (5) Peyton#T8#
Peyton fails to move to back control. #SUB2#
Peyton looking to secure an arm triangle but Drago defends it well.
Drago is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Drago regains half guard.
Peyton is keen to just control but Drago is a slippery customer.#SUB2#
Peyton is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Drago is just riding it out for now. Peyton eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Drago looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T9##SUB2#
Peyton is working for a submission of some sort.
Drago is staying active underneath Peyton, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Drago is looking for a sweep. Peyton is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Drago actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Peyton is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB#
Drago is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Peyton pulls his head out easily.
Peyton moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Drago (0) vs (8) Peyton#T10#
Drago is looking for a sweep.
Peyton trying to control the position but Drago is working away. #SUB2#
Peyton tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Peyton has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB2#
Peyton in side control, working for a kimura. He's got hold of an arm and he's torquing it... Drago is tapping! That's the end of the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 10:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Ricky Peyton! |
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Event:
SSG 124 Drago vs Philbert
Date: Mar 26, 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 16 losses; Damian Drago! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 7 losses; Van Dyke Philbert!
The judges for this bout are Gregory Folan, Yves DeLean and Robert Douchet.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Philbert looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Drago! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Drago (0) vs (4) Philbert
Philbert tries to move into full mount but can't pass Drago's legs.
Drago is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #SUB2#
Philbert is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Drago has escaped the position, nice work there.
Philbert wants to lay and pray for a moment but Drago keeps working.
Drago is trying to work for a sweep but Philbert has mounted him! Score +2 for reaching mount: Drago (0) vs (6) Philbert
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Philbert working for a guillotine from mount but Drago is in no mood to give up.
Drago is in all sorts of trouble here.
Philbert takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Drago is working to get back to half guard.
#T1#
Philbert wants to take Drago's back here but Drago is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Philbert tries to control but Drago wriggling away. #SUB2#
Philbert looking for a guillotine from mount but Drago is having none of it.
Drago is wriggling around trying to escape.
Drago is working hard here to advance position.
Drago is trying to escape the mount but Philbert keeps good control and instead manages to take Drago's back.
Score +3 for taking back: Drago (0) vs (9) Philbert#SUB2#
Philbert has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
I really don't envy Drago right now.
Drago prevents Philbert from getting a body triangle.
Drago tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell! #T2##SUB2#
Philbert working for a guillotine from mount but Drago is in no mood to give up.
Drago stops Philbert from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Drago regains half guard.#SUB2#
Philbert is trying to work for a kimura but Drago is defending well.
Philbert not doing much here.
#SUB2#
Philbert is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Philbert tries to pass the half guard into mount. Drago knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #T3#
Philbert works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Drago (0) vs (12) Philbert
Drago is looking to get to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Philbert fails to take his opponent's back.
Philbert wants to control the pace but Drago is squirming around nicely.
Philbert prevents Drago from getting the reversal.
Drago manages to regain half guard. Good work. #SUB#
Drago looking for submissions off his back.#T4#
Still in half guard, Philbert seems content to control.#SUB#
Drago looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Drago looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Drago tries to get to full guard but Philbert has control of the leg.
Philbert is looking to take a break and control but Drago is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Philbert controlling the action here.
Drago is refusing to be controlled, as Philbert sits in half guard. #T5##SUB#
Drago looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Philbert pushes past his half guard into mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Drago (0) vs (15) Philbert
Drago is trying to escape the mount.
Philbert controlling the position easily from mount.
Drago is working to get back to half guard.
Philbert wants to control the pace but Drago is squirming around nicely.
Drago keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Philbert looking to control but Drago is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Drago keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#T6#
Philbert is trying to take his opponent's back.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Drago is looking to improve his position but Philbert isn't that keen on the idea.
Philbert tries to control but Drago wriggling away.
Philbert manages to capitalize on a mistake by Drago to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Drago (0) vs (18) Philbert#SUB2#
Philbert is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Drago is defending well though. Philbert let's go of the attempt for now.
Philbert trying to control.#SUB2#
Drago fending off the submission attempt from Philbert.
Drago manages to reverse the position and now he's in Philbert's guard. Nice work there by Drago.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Drago (2) vs (18) Philbert#T7##SUB#
Drago drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Philbert dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Drago (2) vs (20) Philbert
Philbert slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Drago (2) vs (23) Philbert
Drago is not content to let Philbert control the position.
Drago is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Philbert is keen to just control but Drago is a slippery customer.
Philbert frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Drago (2) vs (26) Philbert
Philbert is looking to work his way around to Drago's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Drago is looking to get to half guard.#T8#
Drago is controlling an arm, preventing Philbert from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Drago tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Philbert with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Drago is squirming around, avoiding Philbert's attempts to control the action.
Philbert controlling from mount.
Drago 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.#T9#
Philbert tries to pass the half guard into mount. Drago knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB#
Drago looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Drago actively working from the bottom here.
Philbert is figuring out what he wants to do next.#SUB2#
Philbert is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Philbert passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Drago! Score +3 for passing guard: Drago (2) vs (29) Philbert
Philbert trying to control but Drago is having none of it.
Philbert might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Drago haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#T10#
Drago tries to reverse the position but Philbert maintains control.
Philbert tries to control but Drago wriggling away. #SUB2#
Philbert is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Drago has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Drago is working to get back to half guard.
Philbert trying to control but Drago is having none of it. #T11#
Drago 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.#SUB2#
Philbert is working for a submission of some sort.
Philbert trying to control the action but Drago is working from the bottom.
Philbert controlling the action here.
Philbert wants to lay and pray for a moment but Drago keeps working. #SUB#
Drago looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Philbert controlling the pace. #T12##SUB#
Drago has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Philbert escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Philbert! Score +3 for passing guard: Drago (2) vs (32) Philbert
Drago sneaks back into half guard.
Philbert controlling the pace.
Drago wants to improve his position but Philbert is controlling well.
#SUB#
Drago is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Philbert pulls his head out easily.
Drago is breathing heavily.#SUB#
Drago looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Philbert is pressing down on Drago's thigh, looking to free his foot. Drago is holding on for now. #T13##SUB#
Drago looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Philbert moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Drago (2) vs (35) Philbert
Philbert trying to control the action but Drago is working from the bottom.
Philbert controlling the position from side mount. #T14#
Philbert advances to mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Drago (2) vs (37) Philbert
Philbert controlling from mount.
Drago can't escape the position.
Philbert looking to control and managing it successfully.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Philbert wants to control the pace but Drago is squirming around nicely.
And that's the end of the fight!
Philbert wins on points by 37 to 2.
Van Dyke Philbert 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:
SSG 120 Banner vs Gaul
Date: Mar 19, 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 15 losses; Damian Drago! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 20 losses; Bea Mason!
The judges for this bout are Bruno Lombardi, Joseph Jones and Jorge Garcia.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Mason closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Drago to the mat! Drago manages to get full guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Drago (0) vs (2) Mason
Mason controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
It looks like Mason might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Drago can't keep his opponent in guard - Mason advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Drago manages to get to full guard.
#SUB#
Mason got a little sloppy there for a moment and Drago has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Mason has managed to get both his arms back between Drago's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Drago working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Mason doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Mason manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Mason controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Drago working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Mason doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Mason manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Drago can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Mason controls the pace.
Drago seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#SUB#
Drago throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#T1#
Mason trying to control the position from guard on top but Drago is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Mason trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Drago is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Drago throws his legs up looking for a submission but Mason uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Drago (0) vs (5) Mason
Drago tries to bench press Mason off him but Mason keeps the position. #SUB2#
Mason wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Drago, who protects the arm well.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Mason tries to move to mount but Drago blocks the move with his legs. #T2#
Mason slows the pace down. #SUB2#
Mason working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Drago manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Mason looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #SUB2#
Mason is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Drago sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Mason is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB#
Drago is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Mason pulls his head out easily. #T3##SUB#
Drago looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Mason is looking to take a break and control but Drago is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Mason with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #SUB#
Drago actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Drago looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Mason seems to be working for a kimura but Drago defends the submission attempt.
Mason wants to control but Drago is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Drago actively working from the bottom here.
Mason performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T4##SUB#
Drago looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Drago is staying active underneath Mason, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB2#
Drago is defending against the submission attempts here by Mason.
#SUB#
Drago is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Mason pulls his head out easily.
Drago regains full guard. Nicely done.
Mason is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Mason trying to control the position from guard on top but Drago is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Mason 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. #T5#
Mason wants to control from the top but Drago keeps moving. #SUB#
Drago is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Mason trying to control but Drago is working from the bottom.
Mason is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Mason trying to control the position from guard on top but Drago is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Mason controls from within his opponent's guard. #T6##SUB#
Mason avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB#
Drago is looking for a triangle but Mason pushes his legs off easily.
Mason looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Mason is continuing to stall.#SUB#
Drago has his foot on Mason's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Mason works his way back into a safe position though.
Drago keeping full guard, as Mason tries to pass.
Mason is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#T7#
Mason trying to control the position from guard on top but Drago is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Drago has his foot on Mason's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Mason works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Drago is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Mason advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Drago (0) vs (8) Mason
Mason is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Drago is not content to let Mason control the position. #T8#
Mason taking a breather here.
Drago is looking for a sweep.
Drago is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Mason tries for a kimura but Drago is defending well.
Drago stops Mason from passing to mount.
Drago is trying to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Mason looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #T9##SUB2#
Mason tries for a kimura but Drago is defending well.
Mason has knee on belly and moves into mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Drago (0) vs (10) Mason
Drago can't escape the position.
Mason looking to control but Drago is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Drago is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Mason looking to control but Drago is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Drago is in all sorts of trouble here.
#T10##SUB2#
Mason with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Drago is squirming around, avoiding Mason's attempts to control the action.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Drago really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Drago regains half guard.#SUB#
Drago looking for submissions off his back.
Mason trying to control the action but Drago is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Mason wants to work for an arm triangle but Drago is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB2#
Mason is working for a submission of some sort.
#T11##SUB2#
Mason wants to work for an arm triangle but Drago is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Mason wants to lay and pray for a moment but Drago keeps working. #SUB2#
Mason is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Mason trying to mount his opponent but Drago defends it. #SUB#
Drago looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Mason prevents Drago from improving his position.#SUB#
Drago looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T12#
Drago slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Drago is breathing heavily.
Mason passes Drago's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Mason performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Drago is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Mason content to control rather than advance. #SUB#
Drago looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T13#
Mason wants to control but Drago is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Mason seems to be looking for submissions.
Mason not doing much here.
#SUB#
Drago actively working from the bottom here.
Mason is trying to control the action in half guard but Drago is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Mason wants to pass the guard but Drago is defending well. #SUB#
Drago looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Mason perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Mason is trying to control the action in half guard but Drago is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T14##SUB#
Drago is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Mason pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Mason is trying to work for a kimura but Drago is defending well.
Drago wants to improve his position but Mason is controlling well.
#SUB#
Drago looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Drago is not content to let Mason control the position.#SUB#
Drago looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Mason pushes past his half guard into mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Drago (0) vs (13) Mason
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Mason with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Mason looking to control and managing it successfully.
And that's the end of the fight!
Mason wins on points by 13 to 0.
After the big win, Bea Mason made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Brooklyn Apothecary and telling the interviewer how much he loves him. |
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Event:
SSG 113 Hlervu vs Kyng
Date: Mar 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 Montreal, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 11 losses; Ray White! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 14 losses; Damian Drago!
The judges for this bout are Alexandre Firmino, Leandro Rodrigues and Daniel Cesar.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
White looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Drago! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: White (4) vs (0) Drago
White tries to advance to mount but can't.
White controls the position from side control.#SUB#
White tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no White has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
White controls the position.
Drago tries to get back to half guard but can't.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Drago trying to remain calm as White controls from the top position.
Drago tries to buck White off but White is having none of it.
White wants to control but Drago is keeping him busy. #SUB#
White wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Drago, who protects the arm well.
Drago 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.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
White wants to control but Drago is keeping him busy.
Drago is looking for a sweep.#SUB#
White is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Drago knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB#
White tries for a kimura but Drago is defending well. #SUB#
White tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Drago tries to improve position but can't. #T2#
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.#SUB#
White wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Drago, who protects the arm well.
Drago is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on White's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#SUB2#
Drago actively working from the bottom here.
Still in half guard, White seems content to control.
White'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.
White wants to lay and pray for a moment but Drago keeps working.
Drago gets full guard.#SUB2#
Drago throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#T3##SUB2#
Drago is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
Drago has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but White can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
White wants to control from the top but Drago keeps moving. #SUB2#
Drago has his foot on White's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. White works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Drago throws his legs up looking for a submission but White uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: White (7) vs (0) Drago#SUB#
White working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
White controlling the position from side mount. #T4#
Drago tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but White wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
White is staying tight to Drago's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Drago is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked White off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: White (7) vs (4) Drago#SUB2#
Drago has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
White trying to control but not successfully. #SUB2#
Drago has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, White has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
White trying to control the position but Drago manages to sink in the hooks.
White breaks Drago's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: White (9) vs (4) Drago
White pushing down on Drago's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #T5##SUB#
White is looking for a kimura but Drago is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for White to get the leverage. #SUB#
White looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
White is keen to just control but Drago is a slippery customer.#SUB2#
Drago looking for submissions off his back.
Drago is in trouble now - White has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: White (12) vs (4) Drago
White sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Drago prevents White from taking his back.#T6##SUB#
White is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Drago is surviving well by controlling White's body position as best he can. #SUB#
White is working for a guillotine from mount but Drago frees his head quite easily.
Drago is trying to escape the mount.
White looking to control but Drago is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Drago tries to get back to half guard but can't. #SUB#
Drago defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from White. #SUB#
White looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
White prevents Drago from getting the reversal.#T7#
White is looking to work his way around to Drago's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
White trying to control but Drago is having none of it.
White tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Drago manages to regain half guard. Good work. #SUB2#
Drago actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Drago looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
White is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Drago defends it well.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with White in particular looking to stall.#T8#
White wants to pass the guard but Drago is defending well. #SUB2#
Drago looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
White is trying to control the action in half guard but Drago is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Drago looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Drago is looking to improve his position.
#SUB#
White is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB2#
Drago looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T9#
White wants to pass the guard but Drago is defending well. #SUB#
White is working for a kimura but Drago is defending it quite comfortably.
White wants to control but Drago is keeping him busy.
Drago wants to sweep but White has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: White (15) vs (4) Drago
White wants to lay and pray for a moment but Drago keeps working.
Drago being controlled for a moment. #SUB#
White is trying to get an arm triangle but Drago is defending well. #T10#
Drago is trying to improve his position.#SUB#
White is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Drago is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB#
White tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Drago is looking for a sweep.
Drago is still trying to improve position.
White controls the position from side control.
Further stalling from White.#T11#
If it seems like I'm not saying a lot, it's just because White is stinking the place up with his stalling.#SUB#
White thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
White wants to lay and pray for a moment but Drago keeps working.
Drago is looking for a sweep.#SUB#
White tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Drago manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #T12#
Drago is staying active underneath White, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
White definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#SUB2#
Drago looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Drago looking for a kimura from the bottom but White passes into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: White (18) vs (4) Drago#SUB#
White in side control, working for a kimura. He's got hold of an arm and he's torquing it... Drago is tapping! That's the end of the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 12:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Ray White!
A less than humble Ray White misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities. |
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Event:
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 Montreal, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 7 losses; Jack Lake! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 13 losses; Damian Drago!
The judges for this bout are Edson Gomes, Luis Engracia and Mauricio Rocha.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2#
Drago shoots in and bounces Lake off the cage to secure the takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Lake (0) vs (2) Drago
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lake looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB2#
Drago drops back, looking for a kneebar! Lake looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Lake looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Lake! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Lake (4) vs (2) Drago
Drago is trying to improve his position.
Lake is looking to take a break and control but Drago is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Lake works to advance to full mount. Drago defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. Score +2 for reaching mount: Lake (6) vs (2) Drago
Lake can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Drago is looking to escape.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Drago manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Lake is keen to just control but Drago is a slippery customer.
Drago is pressing down on Lake's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T1##SUB2#
Lake got a little sloppy there for a moment and Drago has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Lake has managed to get both his arms back between Drago's legs - danger averted.
Lake wants to control from the top but Drago keeps moving. #SUB2#
Drago throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Lake sitting in guard, not really doing much. #SUB2#
Drago working for a triangle but Lake defends it easily.
Drago keeping moving, preventing Lake from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Lake avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB#
Lake is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #T2##SUB2#
Drago working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Lake doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Lake manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Lake trying to control the position from guard on top but Drago is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lake has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Drago is looking for a triangle but Lake pushes his legs off easily.
Lake content to stall in guard here. #SUB2#
Drago had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Lake defends it easily.
Our spies down at at California Top Team inform us that Drago has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Lake wants to control from the top but Drago keeps moving. #SUB2#
Drago is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Lake defends well.
Lake trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T3##SUB2#
Drago had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Lake defends it easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lake trying to control but Drago is working from the bottom.
Lake stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Drago swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Lake wants to control from the top but Drago keeps moving. #SUB2#
Drago is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Lake defends well.
Lake wants to control from the top but Drago keeps moving. #SUB2#
Lake avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Lake wants to control from the top but Drago keeps moving. #T4##SUB2#
Lake got a little sloppy there for a moment and Drago has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Lake has managed to get both his arms back between Drago's legs - danger averted.
Drago wants to sweep here but Lake controlling him for the moment.
Lake wants to control from the top but Drago keeps moving. #SUB2#
Drago working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Lake doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Lake manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Lake tries to free his leg and advance position but Drago is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Drago is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Drago looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Lake stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Drago swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Lake wants to control from the top but Drago keeps moving.
Drago keeping full guard, as Lake tries to pass. #T5#
Lake wants to control from the top but Drago keeps moving.
Lake trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Drago keeping moving, preventing Lake from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Drago working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Lake doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Lake manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Lake pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Drago is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Drago escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Lake gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Drago escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Lake gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Lake wants to pass the guard but Drago is keeping the position.#T6##SUB2#
Drago had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Lake defends it easily.
Lake showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Lake slips nicely into half guard.#SUB2#
Drago looking for submissions off his back.
Lake controlling the action here. #SUB#
Drago is defending against the submission attempts here by Lake.
#T7##SUB#
Lake seems to be looking for submissions.
Lake prevents Drago from improving his position.#SUB#
Lake is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Drago is just riding it out for now. Lake eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Lake seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Lake is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB2#
Drago is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Lake pulls his head out easily. #T8#
Lake is trying to control the action in half guard but Drago is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Drago manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB2#
Drago working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Lake doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Lake manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Lake works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB#
Lake is looking for a kimura but Drago is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Lake to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Drago looking for submissions off his back.
Lake is keen to just control but Drago is a slippery customer.#SUB#
Lake is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Drago has managed to free his arm - good work.
Lake is trying to control. Drago wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB2#
Drago looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Drago is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Lake pulls his head out easily. #T9#
Drago tries to get to full guard but Lake has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Drago is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Lake pulls his head out easily.
Drago looks winded!#SUB#
Drago is defending against the submission attempts here by Lake.
#SUB#
Drago is defending against the submission attempts here by Lake.
#SUB2#
Drago is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Lake pulls his head out easily.
Lake wants to control but Drago is keeping him busy. #T10##SUB2#
Drago actively working from the bottom here.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#SUB#
Lake is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Drago tries to get to full guard but Lake has control of the leg. #SUB#
Lake is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Drago is just riding it out for now. Lake eventually gives up the hold.
Lake wants to take a breather but Drago is having none of it. #SUB2#
Drago looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Lake is keen to just control but Drago is a slippery customer.#T11#
Lake seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Drago is refusing to be controlled, as Lake sits in half guard. #SUB2#
Drago is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Lake pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Drago is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Lake pulls his head out easily.
Lake trying to control from half guard but Drago is working away. #SUB#
Lake is trying to work for a kimura but Drago is defending well.
Lake is trying to control. Drago wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB2#
Drago looking for submissions off his back.#T12#
Drago is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Lake is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Drago is just riding it out for now. Lake eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
Drago looking for submissions off his back.
Lake prevents Drago from improving his position.#SUB#
Lake is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Drago has managed to free his arm - good work.
Lake is trying to control. Drago wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T13##SUB#
Lake is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Drago is just riding it out for now. Lake eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Lake is trying to work for a kimura but Drago is defending well.
#SUB2#
Drago actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Drago is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Lake pulls his head out easily.
Lake trying to control from half guard but Drago is working away. #SUB#
Lake is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Drago sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Drago looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T14##SUB2#
Drago is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Lake pulls his head out easily.
Drago is staying active underneath Lake, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB2#
Drago looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Lake is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB#
Lake is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB2#
Drago is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Lake pulls his head out easily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Drago is refusing to be controlled, as Lake sits in half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Lake takes the fight on points by 6 to 2. |
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Event:
SSG 103 Drago vs Atkinson
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 Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 12 losses; Damian Drago! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 10 losses; Rowan Atkinson!
The judges for this bout are Trevor Gratis, Gregory Folan and Yves DeLean.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Atkinson clinches with his opponent.
#TD#
Drago has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Atkinson regains guard immediately. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Drago (2) vs (0) Atkinson#SUB#
Drago drops back looking for a leg! Atkinson is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Atkinson manages to kick Drago off! Drago jumps back into Atkinson's guard.
Atkinson wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB#
Drago thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB#
Drago drops back looking for a leg! Atkinson is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Atkinson manages to kick Drago off! Drago jumps back into Atkinson's guard. #SUB#
Drago is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Drago postures up.
#SUB#
Drago drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Drago jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Drago forces his way into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Atkinson makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Atkinson.
Drago postures up.
Atkinson looking to hit a scissor sweep but Drago is one step ahead there. #SUB2#
Atkinson is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Drago frees his head nicely. Oh but Atkinson has switched to an armbar! Drago is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Rowan Atkinson! |
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Event:
Stepping Stone 92
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 St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 8 losses; Lamban Gaul! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 11 losses; Damian Drago!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Cesar, Seu Braga and Edson Gomes.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Gaul scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Gaul (2) vs (0) Drago
Gaul stalling.
Gaul'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.#SUB2#
Drago looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Drago slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB2#
Drago is looking for a triangle but Gaul pushes his legs off easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gaul stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Drago swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Gaul 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. #SUB2#
Drago working for a triangle but Gaul defends it easily.
#T1#
Gaul content to stall in guard here. #SUB2#
Drago looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Gaul passes into half guard.
#SUB#
Gaul is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB2#
Drago looking for submissions off his back.
Drago 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.
Gaul passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Gaul (5) vs (0) Drago
Gaul controlling from mount. #T2#
Gaul trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Drago stops Gaul from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Drago can't escape the position.
Gaul content just to control the position here.
Drago can't escape the position.
Drago stops Gaul from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Gaul trying to control but Drago is having none of it. #SUB#
Gaul is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Drago has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Drago is desperately trying to improve his position but Gaul has a good base and remains in mount.#SUB#
Gaul looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead. #T3#
Drago is controlling an arm, preventing Gaul from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Gaul looking to control but Drago is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Drago is in all sorts of trouble here.
Gaul controlling the pace for now.
Drago tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Gaul looking to control but Drago is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Drago tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Drago is still trying to improve position.
Drago regains half guard.
Gaul wants to free his trapped foot but Drago is holding on for dear life with his legs.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#T4##SUB#
Gaul is trying to work for a kimura but Drago is defending well.
#SUB2#
Gaul moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Drago. Score +3 for passing guard: Gaul (8) vs (0) Drago
Drago tries to improve position but can't.
Drago is not content to let Gaul control the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Drago is looking to reverse the position.
Drago manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gaul (8) vs (2) Drago
Gaul is doing well to control the position and prevent Drago from advancing to side control.
Gaul wants to get back to full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gaul is trying to control but can't.
Gaul desperately trying to maintain half guard. #SUB2#
Drago is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Gaul is just riding it out for now. Drago eventually gives up the hold. #T5##SUB2#
Drago is trying to work for a kimura but Gaul is defending well.
Gaul moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB2#
Drago is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Gaul controls Drago momentarily but Drago frees himself.
Gaul pulls Drago in close to prevent any damage. #SUB2#
Drago thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #T6##SUB2#
Drago drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Drago jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Gaul has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #SUB#
Gaul had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Drago defends it easily.#SUB#
Gaul escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Drago gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Drago drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Drago jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB2#
Drago drops back, looking for a kneebar! Gaul looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Gaul looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Gaul! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Gaul (12) vs (2) Drago#SUB#
Gaul is trying to get an arm triangle but Drago is defending well. #T7##SUB#
Gaul is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Drago is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Drago manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Gaul moves into full mount! Drago won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Gaul (15) vs (2) Drago#SUB#
Drago defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Gaul.
Gaul tries to control but Drago wriggling away.
Drago stops Gaul from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Gaul trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Gaul is dominating on the ground here - he's now on his opponent's back, looking to sink in the hooks. Drago is in real trouble.
Score +3 for taking back: Gaul (18) vs (2) Drago#T8#
Drago wants to escape the position.
#SUB#
Gaul looking to break Drago's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Drago remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Gaul will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!#SUB#
Gaul has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Drago has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Gaul has the hooks in. Drago is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #SUB#
Gaul is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Drago is in bad spot here.
Drago is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#SUB#
Gaul has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Drago has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
#SUB#
Gaul is persistently looking for the submission but Drago is defending it well.
#T9#
Will Gaul go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
#SUB#
Gaul is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Drago rolls, trying to escape but Gaul keeps control of the position.
#SUB#
Drago fending off the submission attempt from Gaul. #SUB#
Gaul tightening his grip on Drago, looking for the choke.
Gaul controlling well, preventing Drago from escaping the position.
#T10##SUB#
Gaul has his opponent's back and is working for the choke. #SUB#
Gaul has the hooks in and he's looking for a rear naked choke here. Drago is defending well but eventually Gaul manages to get an arm under the chin and he's locked on the RNC! Drago has no choice but to tap now! He does! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 10:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Lamban Gaul!
Lamban Gaul 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 87
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 Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 10 losses; Damian Drago! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 15 losses; Lance Walker!
The judges for this bout are Thiago Cunha, Daniel Cesar and Alexandre Firmino.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2#
Walker darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Drago (0) vs (2) Walker
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Drago actively working from the bottom here.
Walker is taking a breather. Drago says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.#SUB#
Drago is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Walker pulls his head out easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Drago looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Walker sitting and controlling from the half guard. #SUB2#
Walker seems to be looking for submissions.
Walker is trying to control the action in half guard but Drago is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Well, if Walker 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.
#SUB#
Drago is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Walker pulls his head out easily.
Walker is trying to control the action in half guard but Drago is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T1##SUB#
Drago looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Walker perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #SUB#
Drago looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Drago looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Walker in particular looking to stall.#SUB#
Drago is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Walker pulls his head out easily.
Walker slows the pace down in half guard.
Drago's coaches at LA Fitness have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.#T2##SUB#
Drago looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Drago looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Drago looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Walker is taking a breather. Drago says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.#SUB#
Drago looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Walker is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T3#
Walker takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#SUB#
Drago looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Drago looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Drago is breathing heavily.
Walker takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#SUB#
Drago looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Drago looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Walker content to control rather than advance.
It looks like Walker might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.#T4##SUB#
Drago is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Walker pulls his head out easily.
Walker sitting and controlling from the half guard. #SUB#
Drago is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Walker pulls his head out easily.
Walker with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Walker is continuing to stall.#SUB#
Drago looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Walker in particular looking to stall.#T5##SUB2#
Walker seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Drago looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Walker content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #SUB#
Drago looking for submissions off his back.
Walker content to control rather than advance. #T6#
Walker is looking to take a break and control but Drago is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Walker with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Walker is keen to just control but Drago is a slippery customer.
Walker might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Drago haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Drago is looking for a sweep. Walker is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Drago looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Drago looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Well, if Walker 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.
#T7##SUB#
Drago looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Drago tries to roll over but Walker keeps him under control.
Walker controlling the pace.
Drago might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB#
Drago looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Drago is refusing to be controlled, as Walker sits in half guard.
Walker slows the pace down in half guard. #T8##SUB#
Drago actively working from the bottom here.
Walker wants to take a breather but Drago is having none of it.
Walker looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #SUB#
Drago actively working from the bottom here.
Walker is keen to just control but Drago is a slippery customer.
Walker seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #SUB#
Drago is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Walker pulls his head out easily. #T9#
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Walker in particular looking to stall.
Let's hope that Walker has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#SUB#
Drago looking for submissions off his back.
Walker content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #SUB#
Drago actively working from the bottom here.
Walker is taking a breather. Drago says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.#SUB2#
Walker seems to be looking for submissions.
Walker performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T10#
Walker is trying to control the action in half guard but Drago is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Walker trying to control the pace.
Walker trying to control from half guard but Drago is working away. #SUB#
Drago actively working from the bottom here.
Walker is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Drago is not content to let Walker control the position.
Walker is figuring out what he wants to do next.#T11##SUB#
Drago looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Walker is trying to control the action in half guard but Drago is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Walker perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #SUB#
Drago looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Walker stalling.
Drago is staying active underneath Walker, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB#
Drago is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Walker pulls his head out easily.
Walker seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T12#
Walker's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Walker wants to control but Drago is keeping him busy.
Walker perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #SUB#
Drago looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Walker content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T13#
Walker prevents Drago from improving his position.
Walker is looking to take a break and control but Drago is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Walker content to control rather than advance.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Walker.
Drago tries to get to full guard but Walker has control of the leg. #T14#
Walker perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #SUB#
Drago looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Walker is taking a breather. Drago says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.#SUB#
Drago looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#SUB#
Drago looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Drago is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Walker pulls his head out easily.
Walker controlling the pace.
And that's the end of the fight!
Walker wins on points by 2 to 0. |
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Event:
Stepping Stone 86
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 Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 9 losses; Damian Drago! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Orlude Spiritscar!
The judges for this bout are Chris Downing, Alan Glass and Cecil Peabody.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2#
Spiritscar closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Drago quickly recovers to half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Drago (0) vs (2) Spiritscar
Spiritscar trying to control the action but Drago is working from the bottom.
Drago's coaches at LA Fitness have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.#SUB#
Drago looking for a kimura from the bottom but Spiritscar passes into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Drago (0) vs (5) Spiritscar
Drago tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Spiritscar wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Spiritscar wants to lay and pray for a moment but Drago keeps working.
Spiritscar tries to move into full mount but can't pass Drago's legs.
Spiritscar trying to control the position but Drago is working away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Drago is looking to reverse the position.#SUB2#
Spiritscar is trying to get an arm triangle but Drago is defending well.
Drago is trying to get back to half guard.
Drago sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Spiritscar trying to control the action but Drago is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Drago actively working from the bottom here.
Well, if Spiritscar 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.
#T2##SUB#
Drago is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Spiritscar pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Drago is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Spiritscar pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Drago looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Drago looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Drago is not content to let Spiritscar control the position.#T3##SUB2#
Spiritscar is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Drago actively working from the bottom here.
Drago is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Spiritscar's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Spiritscar's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Drago (4) vs (5) Spiritscar
I really don't envy Spiritscar right now.
#SUB#
Drago is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Spiritscar turns into Drago and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Drago (4) vs (7) Spiritscar
Drago keeping moving, preventing Spiritscar from controlling successfully.
We've been informed that Spiritscar has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.#SUB#
Drago is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#T4##SUB#
Drago throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB#
Drago working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Spiritscar doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Spiritscar manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Drago is breathing heavily.
Spiritscar's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Spiritscar pushes down on Drago's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Drago tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Spiritscar has advanced to mount. Uh oh. Score +3 for passing guard: Drago (4) vs (10) Spiritscar
Spiritscar controlling his opponent. #SUB2#
Spiritscar looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead. #T5#
Drago is in all sorts of trouble here.
#SUB2#
Spiritscar looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Spiritscar trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Spiritscar might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Drago haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Spiritscar is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Drago is desperately trying to improve his position but Spiritscar has a good base and remains in mount.
Spiritscar trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T6#
Spiritscar takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Spiritscar working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Drago is desperately trying to improve his position but Spiritscar has a good base and remains in mount.
Drago bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Drago (6) vs (10) Spiritscar
Spiritscar 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.#SUB2#
Drago avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Spiritscar trying to control the position.
Drago advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Drago (9) vs (10) Spiritscar#T7##SUB#
Drago wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Spiritscar, who protects the arm well.
Spiritscar tries to bench press Drago off him but Drago keeps the position. #SUB#
Drago tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB#
Drago is trying to get an arm triangle but Spiritscar is defending well. #SUB#
Drago tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Spiritscar is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Drago's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#T8#
Spiritscar wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Drago is looking for a kimura but Spiritscar is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Drago to get the leverage.
Spiritscar is looking to control Drago's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Spiritscar avoid being mounted?#SUB2#
Spiritscar looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Drago seems to be looking for submissions.
Spiritscar is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Spiritscar is defending against the submission attempts here by Drago.
#T9#
Spiritscar makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Spiritscar.#SUB2#
Spiritscar had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Drago defends it easily.#SUB#
Drago is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Drago preventing the sweep. #SUB#
Drago thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB#
Drago drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Spiritscar dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Drago (9) vs (12) Spiritscar#T10#
Drago keeping moving, preventing Spiritscar from controlling successfully.
Spiritscar trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Spiritscar is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #SUB#
Spiritscar avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB#
Drago throws his legs up looking for a submission but Spiritscar uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Drago (9) vs (15) Spiritscar
Drago sneaks back into half guard.
Spiritscar moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Drago (9) vs (18) Spiritscar#T11#
Drago is looking to reverse the position.
Spiritscar wants to control but Drago is keeping him busy.
Drago manages to work his way to half guard, despite Spiritscar's best efforts.
Spiritscar with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Spiritscar trying to control from half guard but Drago is working away. #SUB2#
Spiritscar looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
#SUB2#
Spiritscar is trying to work for a kimura but Drago is defending well.
#T12##SUB#
Drago looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Drago is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Spiritscar pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Drago looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Drago looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Still in half guard, Spiritscar seems content to control.#T13#
Spiritscar is keen to just control but Drago is a slippery customer.#SUB#
Drago with the active half guard here but Spiritscar passes nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Drago (9) vs (21) Spiritscar
Spiritscar is looking to take a break and control but Drago is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Spiritscar looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Drago tries to bench press Spiritscar off him but Spiritscar keeps the position.
Spiritscar wants to control but Drago is keeping him busy.
Drago looking for a sweep but Spiritscar has passed into full mount! Oh no! Score +2 for reaching mount: Drago (9) vs (23) Spiritscar#T14#
Spiritscar looking to control but Drago is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Drago is desperately trying to improve his position but Spiritscar has a good base and remains in mount.
Spiritscar tries to control but Drago wriggling away.
Spiritscar prevents Drago from getting the reversal.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Drago is working hard here to advance position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Spiritscar wins on points by 23 to 9.
Orlude Spiritscar 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:
Stepping Stone 79
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 Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 9 losses; Silas T Berry! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 9 losses; Damian Drago!
The judges for this bout are Ian Loll, Elvis Blanc and Gregory Folan.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Drago shoots in looking for a takedown. Berry tries to sprawl out of it but Drago keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Berry manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
As Drago tries to get set, Berry tries to push him back and clinch up but Drago manages to avoid the attempt.#TD#
Berry drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Berry (4) vs (0) Drago
Drago tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Berry wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
A lull in the action here as Berry stalls from top position.
Drago tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Berry 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.#SUB#
Berry wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Drago, who protects the arm well.
Berry is looking to take a break and control but Drago is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Drago is looking to regain half guard here but Berry keeps moving and retains side control. #T1#
Drago keeps trying to improve his position.
Berry is looking to take a break and control but Drago is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Drago is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Berry is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Drago 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.
Drago tries to get to full guard but Berry has control of the leg.
We've been hearing good reports from Berry's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Berry passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Drago! Score +3 for passing guard: Berry (7) vs (0) Drago
Drago stops Berry from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better. #T2#
Drago bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Berry (7) vs (2) Drago#SUB#
Drago avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Berry keeping full guard, as Drago tries to pass.
Drago is still trying to improve position.
Berry looking to control.
Berry lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Berry (9) vs (2) Drago
Berry trying to control the position from guard on top but Drago is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Drago is looking for a triangle but Berry pushes his legs off easily.
#T3##SUB2#
Drago throws his legs up looking for a submission but Berry uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Berry (12) vs (2) Drago
Drago tries to bench press Berry off him but Berry keeps the position. #SUB#
Berry working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Drago tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Berry wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Drago being controlled for a moment. #SUB#
Berry wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Drago, who protects the arm well. #T4#
Berry wants to control but Drago is keeping him busy.
Drago tries to bench press Berry off him but Berry keeps the position.
Berry wants to control but Drago is keeping him busy.
Drago is looking for a sweep.#SUB#
Berry working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Drago is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Drago is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#T5#
Drago is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Berry off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Berry (12) vs (6) Drago#SUB2#
Drago is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Berry knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Berry for a finish.
Berry manages to reverse the position and now he's in Drago's guard. Nice work there by Berry.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Berry (14) vs (6) Drago
Berry 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.
Berry trying to control but Drago is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Drago has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Berry can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Berry has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Drago is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Berry defends well.#T6##SUB2#
Drago working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Berry doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Drago is tightening it up a little... Berry has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Berry reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Berry taps out! Nice BJJ there by Drago!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 6:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Damian Drago!
Damian Drago managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Nutritional Shaved Ice, into his post fight interview. |
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Event:
Stepping Stone 76
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 London, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 8 losses; Gaston Cahute! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 8 losses; Damian Drago!
The judges for this bout are Mauricio Rocha, Emerson Jorge and Daniel Cesar.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Cahute shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Cahute showed some decent athleticism there. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Cahute (2) vs (0) Drago
Cahute trying to control the pace.
Drago is looking to improve his position.
Cahute performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Cahute is trying to control. Drago wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Drago wants to improve his position but Cahute is controlling well.
Cahute is looking to take a break and control but Drago is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cahute tries to pass the half guard into mount. Drago knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB#
Cahute is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Drago defends it well.
Cahute wants to take a breather but Drago is having none of it. #T1##SUB2#
Drago looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Drago looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Cahute wants to free his trapped foot but Drago is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Cahute uses his free foot to push down on Drago's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Drago. Score +3 for passing guard: Cahute (5) vs (0) Drago
Drago is trying desperately to improve position.
Drago sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Cahute is trying to control the action in half guard but Drago is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Drago is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Drago looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Drago actively working from the bottom here.#T2#
Drago is in trouble now - Cahute has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Cahute (8) vs (0) Drago
Cahute content just to control the position here.
Drago is trying to escape the mount but Cahute keeps good control and instead manages to take Drago's back.
Score +3 for taking back: Cahute (11) vs (0) Drago
Cahute is hanging on to Drago's back as he tries to escape.
#SUB#
Cahute has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Drago has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Drago 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.
Cahute controls the action.#SUB#
Drago showing good submission defense here.
#T3#
Cahute is hanging on to Drago's back as he tries to escape.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Cahute's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Cahute is really struggling to control Drago but he's trying to hold on to the position.#SUB#
Cahute is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Drago knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Drago for a finish.
Cahute doesn't have the hooks in and Drago manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Cahute (11) vs (2) Drago#SUB2#
Drago has gone for a leg lock! Cahute slips out almost immediately though and dives into Drago's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Cahute (13) vs (2) Drago
Cahute trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T4##SUB2#
Drago is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Drago looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB2#
Drago is looking for a triangle but Cahute pushes his legs off easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Drago looks winded!
Cahute passes Drago's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Drago looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Cahute is looking for a kimura here.
Cahute wants to control but Drago is keeping him busy.
Cahute trying to pass the guard but Drago defending well. #T5#
Cahute is keen to just control but Drago is a slippery customer.#SUB2#
Drago is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Cahute pulls his head out easily.
Cahute wants to lay and pray for a moment but Drago keeps working.
Cahute wants to pass to mount but Drago is defending the position. #SUB2#
Drago looking for submissions off his back.
Cahute trying to control from half guard but Drago is working away. #SUB2#
Drago actively working from the bottom here.
Cahute is trying to control. Drago wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T6##SUB2#
Drago looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Drago is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Cahute pulls his head out easily.
Cahute takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#SUB#
Cahute is looking for a kimura but Drago is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Cahute to get the leverage.
Still in half guard, Cahute seems content to control.
Cahute trying to control from half guard but Drago is working away.
Cahute trying to control the pace. #SUB2#
Drago looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T7##SUB2#
Drago looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Cahute is looking to advance position but Drago won't allow it. #SUB2#
Drago looking for submissions off his back.
Cahute is looking to take a break and control but Drago is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Cahute is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Drago sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Drago looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Cahute trying to control from half guard but Drago is working away. #T8##SUB2#
Drago looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Cahute is looking for a kimura here.
Cahute wants to free his trapped foot but Drago is holding on for dear life with his legs. #SUB2#
Drago actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Drago looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Cahute wants to free his trapped foot but Drago is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T9#
Still in half guard, Cahute seems content to control.
Cahute has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#SUB#
Cahute is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB2#
Drago looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Cahute in particular looking to stall.
Drago moves into full guard.
#T10##SUB2#
Drago working for a triangle but Cahute defends it easily.
Cahute forces his way into half guard.
Drago makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Drago.
Cahute is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Cahute wants to control from the top but Drago keeps moving.
Cahute forces his way into half guard.
Cahute passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Drago! Score +3 for passing guard: Cahute (16) vs (2) Drago#T11#
Cahute wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Drago tries to reverse the position but Cahute maintains control.#SUB#
Cahute working for a guillotine from mount but Drago is in no mood to give up.
Drago is trying desperately to improve position.#SUB#
Cahute with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Drago is trying to escape the mount.
#SUB#
Cahute looking for a guillotine from mount but Drago is having none of it. #T12#
Cahute trying to control but Drago is having none of it.
Drago working to try and regain half guard.
Cahute wants to control the pace but Drago is squirming around nicely.
Drago is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#SUB#
Cahute is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Drago to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Drago shrugs it off.
Drago regains half guard.
Drago works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB2#
Drago looking for a guillotine here but Cahute defends easily.
#T13#
Cahute slips nicely into half guard.
Cahute looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB2#
Drago looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Cahute works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Cahute (19) vs (2) Drago#SUB#
Drago defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Cahute.
Drago is working to get back to half guard.
#T14#
Cahute with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Cahute tries to control but Drago wriggling away.
Drago is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Drago sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Drago moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Cahute trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Cahute is pushing down on Drago's leg trying to pass to half guard. Drago is fighting to maintain full guard but Cahute has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB2#
Drago with the active half guard here but Cahute passes nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Cahute (22) vs (2) Drago#SUB#
Cahute working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
And that's the end of the fight!
Cahute takes the fight on points by 22 to 2. |
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Event:
Stepping Stone 70
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 Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 11 losses; Ricky Peyton! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 8 losses; Damian Drago!
The judges for this bout are Don Winkell, Timothy Bukovac and Jack Bonds.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Drago misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#TD#
Peyton closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Drago's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Peyton (2) vs (0) Drago
Peyton pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Drago is keeping the position for now.
Drago keeping moving, preventing Peyton from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Drago is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Drago is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Peyton avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#T1##SUB#
Peyton thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Drago keeping moving, preventing Peyton from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Drago working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Peyton doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Drago is tightening it up a little... Peyton has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Peyton reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Peyton taps out! Nice BJJ there by Drago!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Damian Drago!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Damian Drago made sure he mentioned Nutritional Shaved Ice, along with how happy he was to win his fight. |
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Event:
Stepping Stone 64
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 Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 8 losses; Damian Drago! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 1 losses; Leonardinho Chai!
The judges for this bout are Dean Styles, Bruno Lombardi and Joseph Jones.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Drago darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Drago (2) vs (0) Chai#SUB#
Drago is working for a kimura but Chai is defending it quite comfortably.
Chai is pressing down on Drago's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB#
Drago has gone for a leg lock! Chai slips out almost immediately though and dives into Drago's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Drago (2) vs (2) Chai#SUB#
Drago looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Chai is defending well. Drago quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Chai has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Drago celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Damian Drago!
Damian Drago made sure to mention his sponsor, Nutritional Shaved Ice in his post fight interview. |
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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 Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 2 losses; Henri Laulhere! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 7 losses; Damian Drago!
The judges for this bout are Yves DeLean, Trevor Gratis and Ian Loll.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Drago shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Drago was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Laulhere (0) vs (4) Drago#SUB2#
Drago tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Drago has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Laulhere is trying to control Drago's posture but Drago avoids it. #SUB2#
Drago looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Drago working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Laulhere tries to bench press Drago off him but Drago keeps the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Drago tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Laulhere tries to bench press Drago off him but Drago keeps the position. #SUB2#
Drago is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Laulhere has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB2#
Drago wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Laulhere, who protects the arm well. #T1##SUB2#
Drago is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Laulhere knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Laulhere is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Laulhere is looking to improve his position.
Laulhere is trying to maintain the position but Drago is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB2#
Drago seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
Drago seems to be looking for submissions.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Laulhere is looking to control Drago's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Laulhere avoid being mounted?
Laulhere is trying is best to control the position here. #T2#
Laulhere works his way to full guard. Good work.
Laulhere will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB2#
Drago drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Laulhere dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Laulhere (2) vs (4) Drago#SUB2#
Drago has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Laulhere can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Laulhere pushes down on Drago's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Laulhere not doing much here.
Drago is looking for a sweep. Laulhere is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T3#
Laulhere content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Laulhere seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Drago for as long as he can get away with.#SUB2#
Drago looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Drago looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Drago is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Laulhere pulls his head out easily.
Laulhere tries to pass to full mount but Drago defends it.
Laulhere is taking a breather. Drago says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Drago tries to roll over but Laulhere keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Drago looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Drago looks winded!
Laulhere looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T4#
Laulhere works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Laulhere (5) vs (4) Drago
Laulhere controlling from the full mount.
Laulhere continues to stall.
Laulhere prevents Drago from getting the reversal.
Laulhere controlling from mount.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Drago is looking to get to half guard.
Laulhere controlling the position easily from mount.
Drago 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.#T5#
Drago is desperately trying to improve his position but Laulhere has a good base and remains in mount.
Laulhere controlling the pace for now. #SUB#
Laulhere has hold of Drago's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Drago manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Laulhere sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Laulhere has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Drago is in all sorts of trouble here.
Drago sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.#T6##SUB2#
Drago is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Laulhere pulls his head out easily.
Well, if Laulhere 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#
Drago looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Drago is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Laulhere pulls his head out easily.
Still in half guard, Laulhere seems content to control.
This is a sustained period of stalling by Laulhere.
Drago is trying to get back to full guard.
Laulhere trying to control the pace. #T7##SUB2#
Drago looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Drago is looking for a sweep. Laulhere is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Laulhere is taking a breather. Drago says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Laulhere prevents Drago from improving his position.
Laulhere controlling the action here.#SUB2#
Drago looking for submissions off his back.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Laulhere in particular looking to stall.
Laulhere passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Drago! Score +3 for passing guard: Laulhere (8) vs (4) Drago#T8#
Laulhere takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Drago is wriggling around trying to escape.
Laulhere controlling from the full mount.
Laulhere'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.#SUB#
Laulhere working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Laulhere controlling the pace for now.
Drago really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Laulhere sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T9#
Drago is wriggling around trying to escape.
Laulhere tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Drago is wriggling around trying to escape.
Laulhere looking to control and managing it successfully.
Drago tries to reverse the position but Laulhere maintains control.
Laulhere controlling from mount.
Drago is wriggling around trying to escape.
Laulhere tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T10#
Drago keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Laulhere takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Drago is in all sorts of trouble here.
Laulhere controlling the position easily from mount. #T11#
Drago regains half guard.#SUB2#
Drago is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Laulhere pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Drago looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T12##SUB2#
Drago looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Drago looking for submissions off his back.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Further stalling from Laulhere.
Drago 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.
More hug and hope from Laulhere.#T13#
Laulhere trying to mount his opponent but Drago defends it.
Laulhere not doing much here.
#SUB2#
Drago actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Drago looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Drago looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T14#
Laulhere passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Laulhere (11) vs (4) Drago
Laulhere takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
If it seems like I'm not saying a lot, it's just because Laulhere is stinking the place up with his stalling.
Drago tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Drago is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Laulhere controlling the pace for now.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Drago gets back to half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Laulhere takes the fight on points by 11 to 4. |
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Event:
Stepping Stone 59
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 Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 7 losses; Damian Drago! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 8 losses; Joe Dirt!
The judges for this bout are Frank Dennis, Gwen Towbar and Stewart Dunkirk.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Dirt looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Drago (0) vs (2) Dirt
Dirt has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Drago (0) vs (5) Dirt
Drago is desperately trying to improve his position but Dirt has a good base and remains in mount.#SUB2#
Dirt with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Drago tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Dirt can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Drago is looking to escape. #SUB2#
Dirt is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Drago is surviving well by controlling Dirt's body position as best he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Dirt working for a submission but Drago is keeping him at bay.
Drago can't escape the position.
#T1#
Drago is working hard here to advance position.
Drago manages to regain half guard. Good work. #SUB#
Drago looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Dirt is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Drago actively working from the bottom here.
Dirt trying to control from half guard but Drago is working away.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Dirt is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Drago has managed to free his arm - good work.
The fighters are battling for position here. Drago manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T2#
Dirt tries to free his leg and advance position but Drago is retaining full guard.
Dirt won't allow Drago to sweep him here.
Dirt must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Drago had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Dirt defends it easily.
Drago seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Drago keeping moving, preventing Dirt from controlling successfully.
Drago keeping full guard, as Dirt tries to pass. #SUB#
Drago is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Drago working for a triangle but Dirt defends it easily.
#T3#
Dirt trying to control but Drago is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Drago working for submissions but it's allowed Dirt to get to half guard.
Drago is refusing to be controlled, as Dirt sits in half guard. #SUB#
Drago is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Dirt pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Drago is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Dirt pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Dirt is looking for a kimura but Drago is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Dirt to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Dirt is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB#
Drago looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T4#
Dirt is trying to control the action in half guard but Drago is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB2#
Dirt looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
#SUB#
Drago actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Dirt seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Drago actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Dirt is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Drago has managed to free his arm - good work.
Dirt is looking to advance position but Drago won't allow it. #T5#
Dirt is looking to take a break and control but Drago is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Drago actively working from the bottom here.
Drago is not content to let Dirt control the position.
Drago moves into full guard.
#SUB#
Drago is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Dirt trying to control the position from guard on top but Drago is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Drago keeping full guard, as Dirt tries to pass.
Dirt wants to control from the top but Drago keeps moving. #T6##SUB#
Drago throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Dirt wants to pass the guard but Drago is keeping the position.
Dirt wants to control from the top but Drago keeps moving. #SUB#
Drago looking for a guillotine here but Dirt defends easily.
Dirt wants to control from the top but Drago keeps moving. #SUB2#
Dirt is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #T7#
Dirt trying to control the position from guard on top but Drago is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Dirt got a little sloppy there for a moment and Drago has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Dirt has managed to get both his arms back between Drago's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Drago has his foot on Dirt's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Dirt works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Drago working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Dirt doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Dirt manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Drago has his foot on Dirt's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Dirt works his way back into a safe position though.
Drago is breathing heavily.
Dirt trying to control the position from guard on top but Drago is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dirt pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Drago is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Dirt is sitting in close to Drago's body. Drago has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Dirt is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Dirt is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Drago.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 8:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Damian Drago!
After the big win, Damian Drago made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Nutritional Shaved Ice and telling the interviewer how much he loves him. |
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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 Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 6 losses; Damian Drago! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 3 losses; Olyksandr Chai!
The judges for this bout are Don Winkell, Frank Antenori and Percy O'Donnell.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL2#
Chai clinches up against the cage.#TD2#
Chai lands a takedown into guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Drago (0) vs (2) Chai
Chai stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Drago swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Chai trying to control the position from guard on top but Drago is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Drago throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB#
Drago escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Chai gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Drago is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Chai is aware though and is defending well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Drago being controlled here, momentarily. #SUB#
Drago working for a triangle but Chai defends it easily.
Chai trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T1#
Chai controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#SUB#
Drago looking for a guillotine here but Chai defends easily.
Chai stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Drago swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Drago looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Chai passes into half guard.
Chai is pressing down on Drago's thigh, looking to free his foot. Drago is holding on for now. #SUB#
Drago looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Chai works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Drago (0) vs (5) Chai
Drago is wriggling around here but as he tries to escape, Chai has taken his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Drago (0) vs (8) Chai#SUB2#
Drago defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Drago might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T2##SUB2#
Drago is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Chai gets his way!
#SUB2#
Chai is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Drago knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Drago for a finish.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Drago is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Drago tries to escape but Chai has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #SUB2#
Chai is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Drago has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here. #SUB2#
Drago fending off the submission attempt from Chai. #T3##SUB2#
Chai working for the choke.
You can see the frustration on Drago's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
#SUB2#
Chai working for the choke.
Drago tries to break free.
A lull in the action here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Drago tries to roll but Chai sticks to his back.
#SUB2#
Chai is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Drago is defending well though. Chai let's go of the attempt for now.
Drago rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Chai tries to pass to full mount but Drago defends it.
Chai wants to lay and pray for a moment but Drago keeps working. #T4#
Chai is pressing down on Drago's thigh, looking to free his foot. Drago is holding on for now. #SUB2#
Chai is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Drago is just riding it out for now. Chai eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Drago actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Chai is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Drago is just riding it out for now. Chai eventually gives up the hold.
Chai passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Drago (0) vs (11) Chai
Drago tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T5#
Chai controls the position from side control.#SUB2#
Chai looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Drago is trying to improve his position.
Chai is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Drago will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.#SUB2#
Chai is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Drago has escaped the position, nice work there.
Drago manages to work his way to half guard, despite Chai's best efforts.
Drago is refusing to be controlled, as Chai sits in half guard.
Drago moves into full guard.
Chai pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Drago is keeping the position for now. #T6##SUB#
Drago escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Chai gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Chai stands and throws Drago's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Drago (0) vs (14) Chai
Drago tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SUB2#
Chai working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Chai tries to move to mount but Drago blocks the move with his legs. #SUB2#
Chai tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Chai advances to full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Drago (0) vs (16) Chai#T7#
Drago is trying desperately to improve position.#SUB2#
Chai looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Chai controlling from the full mount.
Drago is wriggling around here but as he tries to escape, Chai has taken his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Drago (0) vs (19) Chai
What can Drago do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
#T8#
Chai trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Drago is in bad spot here.
Chai is looking to control Drago but Drago is wriggling around and keeping busy. #SUB2#
Chai is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Drago rolls, trying to escape but Chai keeps control of the position.
#SUB2#
Chai patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Chai controlling from the back.
Chai struggling to keep hold of the position.
#SUB2#
Chai working for the choke.
Chai is hanging on to Drago's back as he tries to escape.
#T9#
Chai trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Drago doesn't escape.
Drago tries to roll but Chai sticks to his back.
Chai is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish. #SUB2#
Chai is persistently looking for the submission but Drago is defending it well.
#SUB2#
Drago is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
#SUB2#
Drago defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
#T10#
Drago rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Well, if Chai 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.
Chai is looking to advance position but Drago won't allow it.
Drago gets back to full guard.
#SUB2#
Chai drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Chai jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Drago can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Chai controls the pace.#T11#
Drago keeping moving, preventing Chai from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Drago is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Chai passes into half guard.
Chai is figuring out what he wants to do next.#SUB2#
Chai is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Drago is just riding it out for now. Chai eventually gives up the hold.
Chai works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Drago (0) vs (22) Chai#SUB2#
Chai swings around for an armbar and he's got it! Wow, that came out of nowhere! What a finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 12:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Olyksandr Chai!
During a confident post fight interview, Olyksandr Chai thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
Stepping Stone 51
Date: Oct 16, 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 Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 5 losses; Damian Drago! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 1 losses; Steve Sherk!
The judges for this bout are Wesley Smith, George Francis and Daniel Franklin.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2#
Drago gets caught napping as Sherk dives in and scores a takedown. Drago manages to retain guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Drago (0) vs (2) Sherk#SUB#
Drago had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Sherk defends it easily.
Sherk 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.
Drago keeping moving, preventing Sherk from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Drago is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Drago working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Sherk has passed into half guard!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sherk is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Drago is trying to get back to full guard.#T1#
Sherk is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Drago makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Drago.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Sherk got a little sloppy there for a moment and Drago has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Sherk has managed to get both his arms back between Drago's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Drago had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Sherk defends it easily.
Sherk stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Drago swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Drago working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Sherk doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Sherk manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Sherk works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB#
Drago looking for a kimura from the bottom but Sherk passes into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Drago (0) vs (5) Sherk#T2#
Sherk staying calm.
Sherk trying to control the action but Drago is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Sherk is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Drago has escaped the position, nice work there.
Drago is looking to regain half guard here but Sherk keeps moving and retains side control. #SUB2#
Sherk wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Drago, who protects the arm well. #SUB2#
Sherk wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Drago, who protects the arm well. #T3##SUB2#
Sherk working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Drago is looking to reverse the position.#SUB2#
Sherk is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Drago has escaped the position, nice work there.
Drago is not content to let Sherk control the position. #T4#
Drago is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Drago is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Sherk pulls his head out easily.
Sherk wants to control but Drago is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Sherk is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Drago has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Drago looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Sherk with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Let's hope that Sherk 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.
Drago gets full guard.#T5##SUB#
Drago working for a triangle but Sherk defends it easily.
Sherk won't allow Drago to sweep him here.
Drago keeping moving, preventing Sherk from controlling successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Drago is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Drago looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Drago seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Sherk pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Drago is keeping the position for now. #T6#
Sherk wants to control from the top but Drago keeps moving.
Sherk stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Drago swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Drago is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Sherk is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Drago had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Sherk defends it easily.
Sherk forces his way into half guard.#SUB#
Drago looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Drago looking for submissions off his back.
Drago is breathing heavily.
Sherk moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Drago (0) vs (8) Sherk#T7##SUB2#
Sherk looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB2#
Sherk looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Drago is looking to regain half guard here but Sherk keeps moving and retains side control.
A lull in the action here.
Sherk trying to control the position but Drago is working away. #T8##SUB2#
Sherk looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Drago tries to improve position but can't.
Drago sneaks back into half guard.#SUB#
Drago is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Sherk pulls his head out easily.
Sherk is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Sherk is trying to control. Drago wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Sherk is looking to advance position but Drago won't allow it. #SUB#
Drago looking for subs from the bottom but Sherk mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Drago (0) vs (11) Sherk#T9#
Sherk can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Drago is looking to escape.
Sherk looking to control and managing it successfully.
Sherk works his way to his opponent's back.
Score +3 for taking back: Drago (0) vs (14) Sherk
Drago is trying to break free.
Sherk has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Drago's body.
Drago prevents Sherk from getting a body triangle.#SUB2#
Sherk is working the back position looking for the choke. Oh, he's slid into an armbar! Beautiful transition and Drago taps out! Fantastic Jiu Jitsu from Sherk.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 10:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Steve Sherk! |
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Event:
Stepping Stone 47
Date: Oct 09, 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 Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 4 losses; Rumsfeld Shart! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 4 losses; Damian Drago!
The judges for this bout are Richard Clark, Donald Grub and Steven Brown.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Drago shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Shart as he jumps to the side.
Drago shoots in for a double leg but Shart sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.#TD2#
Drago looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Shart! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Shart (0) vs (4) Drago
Shart tries to bench press Drago off him but Drago keeps the position. #SUB2#
Drago is trying to get an arm triangle but Shart is defending well.
Shart tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Drago 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.#SUB2#
Drago thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB2#
Drago is trying to get an arm triangle but Shart is defending well.
Shart can't do much from the bottom here. #T1#
Shart is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Drago off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Shart (4) vs (4) Drago#SUB#
Drago showing good submission defense here.
Shart has good solid back control here.
You can see the frustration on Drago's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
#SUB#
Shart is persistently looking for the submission but Drago is defending it well.
#SUB#
Shart is looking for the choke from the back position but Drago is controlling his hands well.
Shart controlling from the back.
Drago turns into Shart and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Shart (4) vs (6) Drago#SUB2#
Drago is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #T2##SUB2#
Drago drops back looking for a leg! Shart is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Shart manages to kick Drago off! Drago jumps back into Shart's guard.
Drago pushes down on Shart's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Shart slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Drago pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Shart is keeping the position for now.
Shart pulls Drago in close to his closed guard and prevents Drago from doing any damage or advancing position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Drago passes into half guard. #T3##SUB2#
Drago wants to work for an arm triangle but Shart is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Shart wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Shart actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Drago seems to be looking for submissions.
Shart is looking for a sweep. Drago is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Drago is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB2#
Drago is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Shart has managed to free his arm - good work.
Shart desperately trying to maintain half guard. #T4#
Shart gets full guard.#SUB2#
Drago thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB#
Shart looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB#
Shart is looking for a triangle but Drago pushes his legs off easily.
Shart has control of Drago's left arm, preventing Drago from doing any damage.
Drago won't allow Shart to sweep him here. #SUB2#
Drago thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Drago trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T5##SUB2#
Drago drops back, looking for a kneebar! Shart looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Shart looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Shart! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Shart (8) vs (6) Drago
Shart has knee on belly and moves into mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Shart (10) vs (6) Drago
Shart sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #SUB#
Shart looking for a guillotine from mount but Drago is having none of it.
Shart sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #SUB#
Shart looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead. #T6#
Shart sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Shart wants to control the pace but Drago is squirming around nicely.
Shart looking to control and managing it successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Drago bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Shart (10) vs (8) Drago#SUB2#
Drago has gone for a leg lock! Shart slips out almost immediately though and dives into Drago's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Shart (12) vs (8) Drago
Shart stays in close to Drago's body and controls the position. #T7##SUB2#
Drago looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Shart trying to control but Drago is working from the bottom.
Shart has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Shart controls from within his opponent's guard.
Shart trying to control but Drago is working from the bottom.
Shart slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Shart (15) vs (8) Drago
Shart slows the pace down.
Drago tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Shart wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Drago keeps trying to improve his position.#T8#
Shart moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Drago is trying to get back to half guard.
Shart wants to control but Drago is keeping him busy.
Shart will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Shart is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Drago's shoulder. That is not cool.
Drago manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Shart (15) vs (10) Drago
Shart is trying to maintain the position but Drago is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB2#
Drago seems to be looking for submissions.
Shart tries to roll over but Drago keeps him under control.
Drago is thwarting Shart's attempts to control the position.#T9##SUB#
Shart actively working from the bottom here.
Shart gets full guard.
Shart 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.
Drago looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Shart looking for a guillotine here but Drago defends easily.
Drago pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Shart is keeping the position for now.
Drago is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#T10#
Shart seems keen to control Drago's posture.
Shart has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#SUB2#
Drago thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB#
Shart is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Drago being controlled here momentarily.
Shart looking to hit a scissor sweep but Drago is one step ahead there.
Drago tries to free his leg and advance position but Shart is retaining full guard. #T11#
Shart has control of Drago's left arm, preventing Drago from doing any damage.
Shart wants to sweep but no luck.
Drago postures up.
Shart seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #SUB#
Shart looking for a triangle here. Drago is fighting it but it looks tight! Shart pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Drago is tapping out - this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 11:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Rumsfeld Shart!
An out of breath and clearly excited Rumsfeld Shart thanked The Huntington New Age Wellness Community for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him). |
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Event:
Stepping Stone 42
Date: Oct 02, 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 Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 4 losses; Silas T Berry! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 4 losses; Damian Drago!
The judges for this bout are John Roberts, Eddie Farnsworth and David Schapiro.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Drago tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Berry defends well and Drago ends up having to push Berry into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.#TD2#
Drago shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Berry napping and manages to drive through into side control! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Berry (0) vs (4) Drago#SUB2#
Drago is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Berry is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Berry tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SUB2#
Drago is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Berry knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB2#
Drago is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Berry knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Drago tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Drago has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Berry is trying to improve his position.#T1#
Berry is working hard here to advance position.
Berry manages to work his way to half guard, despite Drago's best efforts.
Berry wants to improve his position but Drago is controlling well.
#SUB2#
Drago is trying to work for a kimura but Berry is defending well.
Berry tries to get to full guard but Drago has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Drago is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Berry has managed to free his arm - good work.
Berry tries to roll over but Drago keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Drago is looking for a kimura but Berry is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Drago to get the leverage.
Berry definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#T2#
Berry wants to get back to full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Drago seems to be working for a kimura but Berry defends the submission attempt.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Drago is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB2#
Drago is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Berry sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Drago is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB2#
Drago is looking for a kimura here.
#T3#
Berry trying to control here.
#SUB2#
Drago is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Berry moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB2#
Drago drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Drago jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB2#
Drago drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Drago jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #T4##SUB2#
Drago is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Berry controls Drago momentarily but Drago frees himself. #SUB2#
Drago drops back looking for a leg! Berry is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Berry manages to kick Drago off! Drago jumps back into Berry's guard.
Berry looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB2#
Drago drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Drago jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB2#
Drago drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Drago jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB2#
Drago is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #T5#
Drago trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Drago has gone for a leg lock! Berry slips out almost immediately though and dives into Drago's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Berry (2) vs (4) Drago#SUB2#
Drago is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Berry defends well.#SUB2#
Drago has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Berry can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Berry sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Drago's guard.
Berry tries to pass to full mount but Drago defends it. #T6##SUB2#
Drago actively working from the bottom here.
Berry works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Berry (5) vs (4) Drago
Berry wants to control the pace but Drago is squirming around nicely.
Drago is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Drago tries to improve his position but instead Berry has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Berry (8) vs (4) Drago#T7#
Drago manages to reverse the position and now he's in Berry's guard. Nice work there by Drago.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Berry (8) vs (6) Drago#SUB2#
Drago thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Drago looks winded!
Drago sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Berry's guard.
Berry is pressing down on Drago's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB2#
Drago drops back looking for a submission - "I'm sorry sir, but I'm gunna break your leg" says Drago as he cranks on the unfortunate limb! Berry screams and taps out before any major damage is done! Don't mess with Drago! Nice submission victory there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 7:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Damian Drago!
Damian Drago managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Nutritional Shaved Ice, into his post fight interview. |
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Event:
Stepping Stone 36
Date: Sep 25, 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 Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 4 losses; Damian Drago! And in the blue corner, fighting out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 3 losses; Lamban Gaul!
The judges for this bout are Columbo Gatti, Bruno Lombardi and David Schapiro.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Drago gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Drago (0) vs (2) Gaul#SUB#
Gaul got a little sloppy there for a moment and Drago has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Gaul has managed to get both his arms back between Drago's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Drago is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Gaul pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Drago is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Gaul avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Gaul trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Gaul trying to control the position from guard on top but Drago is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Gaul wants to pass the guard but Drago is keeping the position.
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.#SUB#
Drago working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Gaul doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Gaul manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Gaul wants to control from the top but Drago keeps moving. #T1#
Gaul forces his way into half guard.
Gaul is controlling the pace.
Drago's coaches at 3Band MMA have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
Drago is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Gaul's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Gaul's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Drago (4) vs (2) Gaul#SUB#
Drago is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Gaul defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined. #SUB#
Gaul defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Drago's arms.
Gaul controlling Drago 's hands.
Gaul really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Drago. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Gaul tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell! #T2#
Gaul keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#SUB#
Drago goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Gaul is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Drago (4) vs (4) Gaul
Gaul passes Drago's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB#
Drago looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Gaul seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Drago is working on a guillotine. He's managed to get to full guard and he's really squeezing tight! Gaul is tapping! Great win for Drago!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Damian Drago!
Damian Drago gave a mention to Nutritional Shaved Ice in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales). |
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Event:
Stepping Stone 32
Date: Sep 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 Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 4 losses; Damian Drago! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 8 losses; Lance Walker!
The judges for this bout are Thiago Cunha, Daniel Cesar and Luis Engracia.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2#
Walker shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Drago (0) vs (2) Walker#SUB#
Drago is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Walker pulls his head out easily.
Walker is figuring out what he wants to do next.#SUB#
Drago looking for submissions off his back.
Walker perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Drago might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB#
Drago actively working from the bottom here.
Walker sitting and controlling from the half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Drago manages to get to full guard.
#SUB#
Walker got a little sloppy there for a moment and Drago has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Walker has managed to get both his arms back between Drago's legs - danger averted.
Walker must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T1#
Walker is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Walker told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
Walker wants to pass the guard but Drago is keeping the position.
Walker controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Walker pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Drago is keeping the position for now.
Walker trying to control the position from guard on top but Drago is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Walker stays in close to Drago's body and controls the position. #SUB#
Drago working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Walker doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Drago is tightening it up a little... Walker has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Walker reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Walker taps out! Nice BJJ there by Drago!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Damian Drago!
Damian Drago very nearly forgot to thank Nutritional Shaved Ice amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you. |
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Event:
Stepping Stone 29
Date: Sep 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 Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 4 losses; Damian Drago! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 0 losses; Gino Gambini!
The judges for this bout are Bruno Lombardi, Chad Campbell and Jonathan Paton.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Gambini shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Drago (0) vs (2) Gambini
Gambini showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Gambini is posturing up here but Drago has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Gambini tries to roll out but it's too tight and Gambini has to tap! Slick submission there by Drago!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Damian Drago!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Damian Drago waved his t-shirt featuring Nutritional Shaved Ice's logo in front of the cameras. |
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Event:
Stepping Stone 26
Date: Sep 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 Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 2 losses; Darius Gracie! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 4 losses; Damian Drago!
The judges for this bout are Eddie Farnsworth, John Kavanagh and Jonathan Paton.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL#
Gracie closes the distance and pushes Drago back into the cage.#TD#
Gracie tightens his grip and picks Drago up, before dumping him to the ground. Drago manages to land in guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Gracie (2) vs (0) Drago
Gracie has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Drago can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Gracie controls the pace.#SUB2#
Drago working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Gracie doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Gracie manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Gracie sitting in guard here, content to control. #SUB2#
Drago looking for a guillotine here but Gracie defends easily.
#SUB2#
Drago looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gracie slips nicely into half guard.
Drago gets back to full guard.
Drago looking for a sweep. Not yet Drago, not yet. #T1##SUB#
Gracie thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB2#
Drago escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Gracie gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Gracie controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SUB2#
Drago looking for a guillotine here but Gracie defends easily.
Drago looking to hit a scissor sweep but Gracie is one step ahead there. #SUB2#
Drago working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Gracie doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Drago is tightening it up a little... Gracie has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Gracie reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Gracie taps out! Nice BJJ there by Drago!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Damian Drago!
Damian Drago gave a mention to Nutritional Shaved Ice in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales). |
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Event:
Stepping Stone 23
Date: Aug 28, 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 Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 4 losses; Thammy Jagonoy! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 4 losses; Damian Drago!
The judges for this bout are Reed Andrews, Joseph Jones and Columbo Gatti.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.#TD#
Jagonoy scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Jagonoy (2) vs (0) Drago
Drago gets back to full guard.
Drago keeping moving, preventing Jagonoy from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Drago escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Jagonoy gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Jagonoy slips nicely into half guard.#SUB2#
Drago looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Drago looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Drago is defending against the submission attempts here by Jagonoy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Jagonoy looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Drago is staying active underneath Jagonoy, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1##SUB#
Jagonoy is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Drago defends it well. #SUB#
Jagonoy seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
Drago looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Jagonoy is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Drago is just riding it out for now. Jagonoy eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
Drago actively working from the bottom here.
Jagonoy wants to control but Drago is keeping him busy. #T2##SUB2#
Drago actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Jagonoy is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Jagonoy is trying to control. Drago wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Drago 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.#SUB2#
Drago actively working from the bottom here.
Jagonoy is trying to control. Drago wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB2#
Drago looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Drago looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Drago looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T3##SUB#
Jagonoy is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB#
Jagonoy is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Drago doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Jagonoy. #SUB#
Jagonoy is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Drago is just riding it out for now. Jagonoy eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
Drago looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Drago is staying active underneath Jagonoy, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T4#
Jagonoy is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Drago slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Jagonoy wants to control from the top but Drago keeps moving.
Jagonoy might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB2#
Drago looking for a guillotine here but Jagonoy defends easily.
Jagonoy trying to control but Drago is working from the bottom. #T5##SUB2#
Drago throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Jagonoy pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Drago is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Drago escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Jagonoy gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Jagonoy trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Drago throws his legs up looking for a submission but Jagonoy uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Jagonoy (5) vs (0) Drago
Drago sneaks back into half guard.#SUB#
Jagonoy is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB2#
Drago looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T6##SUB#
Jagonoy is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Drago sees it coming and defends easily.
Jagonoy is trying to control. Drago wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB#
Jagonoy seems to be working for a kimura but Drago defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Jagonoy is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Drago defends it well. #SUB2#
Drago looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Drago actively working from the bottom here.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Jagonoy in particular looking to stall.#T7##SUB#
Jagonoy wants to work for an arm triangle but Drago is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Drago is pressing down on Jagonoy's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Jagonoy tries to free his leg and advance position but Drago is retaining full guard.
Jagonoy controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Drago keeping moving, preventing Jagonoy from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Drago has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Jagonoy can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Drago is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Jagonoy defends well.
Jagonoy trying to control but Drago is working from the bottom. #T8#
Jagonoy tries to free his leg and advance position but Drago is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Drago is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Jagonoy 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.
Jagonoy pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Drago is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Jagonoy drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Jagonoy jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Jagonoy stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Drago swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Jagonoy trying to control the position from guard on top but Drago is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Jagonoy 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.
Jagonoy trying to control the position from guard on top but Drago is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T9#
Jagonoy passes Drago's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB#
Jagonoy is working for a kimura but Drago is defending it quite comfortably.
Drago is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Jagonoy's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Jagonoy's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Jagonoy (5) vs (4) Drago#SUB2#
Drago is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
#SUB2#
Jagonoy is trying to defend against the choke here but Drago has an arm under his chin. This one might not last much longer. Drago Tightens the hold and Jagonoy taps out furiously! Drago displays superior BJJ to win the fight.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 9:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Damian Drago!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Damian Drago waved his t-shirt featuring Nutritional Shaved Ice's logo in front of the cameras. |
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Event:
Stepping Stone 21
Date: Aug 21, 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 Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 4 losses; Damian Drago! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 1 losses; Li Sheng Choo Oi!
The judges for this bout are Dillan Fox, Ian Loll and Elvis Blanc.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Choo Oi darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Drago (0) vs (2) Choo Oi#SUB#
Drago is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Choo Oi pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Drago actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Drago is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Choo Oi pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Choo Oi is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Drago defends it well. #SUB#
Drago looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Choo Oi is working for a kimura but Drago is defending it quite comfortably.
Drago's coaches at 3Band MMA have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.#SUB2#
Choo Oi is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Drago is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Choo Oi pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Choo Oi is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Drago defends it well. #T1##SUB2#
Choo Oi is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Choo Oi is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Drago doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Choo Oi. #SUB#
Drago actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Drago is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Choo Oi pulls his head out easily.
Drago regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB2#
Choo Oi drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Choo Oi jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB#
Drago throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB#
Choo Oi avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#T2##SUB2#
Choo Oi is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #SUB2#
Choo Oi is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #SUB#
Drago working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Choo Oi doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Drago is tightening it up a little... Choo Oi has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Choo Oi reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Choo Oi taps out! Nice BJJ there by Drago!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Damian Drago!
Damian Drago managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Nutritional Shaved Ice, into his post fight interview. |
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Event:
Stepping Stone 18
Date: Aug 14, 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 Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 4 losses; Damian Drago! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 5 losses; Beaver Shaver!
The judges for this bout are Elvis Blanc, William Peck and Yves DeLean.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Shaver shoots in and gets a takedown into Drago's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Drago (0) vs (2) Shaver
Drago seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#SUB#
Drago is looking for a triangle but Shaver pushes his legs off easily.
Shaver stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Drago swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Shaver wants to control from the top but Drago keeps moving.
Shaver stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Drago swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Drago throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Shaver looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Drago looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB#
Drago working for submissions but it's allowed Shaver to get to half guard.
#T1#
Drago moves into full guard.
Shaver trying to control but Drago is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Drago looking for a triangle here. Shaver is fighting it but it looks tight! Drago pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Shaver is tapping out - this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Damian Drago!
Damian Drago very nearly forgot to thank Nutritional Shaved Ice amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you. |
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Event:
Stepping Stone 16
Date: Aug 07, 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 2 wins and 3 losses; Nori Tatewaki! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 3 losses; Damian Drago!
The judges for this bout are Frank Dennis, Robert Twigg and Cecil Peabody.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Tatewaki has Drago up against the cage in a clinch.
#TD#
Tatewaki has Drago pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Tatewaki pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Drago tumbling to the mat - Tatewaki dives into Drago's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Tatewaki (2) vs (0) Drago
Tatewaki preventing the sweep. #SUB2#
Drago is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Tatewaki is aware though and is defending well.
Tatewaki pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Drago is keeping the position for now.
Tatewaki is working hard here to advance position.
Tatewaki has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Drago tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB2#
Tatewaki avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Drago is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Tatewaki is aware though and is defending well.
Tatewaki stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Drago swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Tatewaki forces his way into half guard.
Tatewaki wants to take a breather but Drago is having none of it. #T1##SUB2#
Drago looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Tatewaki in half guard on the top. He's looking for a kimura... He's got it locked and he's managed to free his trapped foot. Drago tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Tatewaki!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Nori Tatewaki! |
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Event:
Stepping Stone 12
Date: Jul 31, 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 Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Jake Barnes! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 3 losses; Damian Drago!
The judges for this bout are Steve Smith, William Peck and Gregory Folan.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Drago fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Jake Barnes seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Barnes clinches. #TD#
Barnes decides to pull guard.
Barnes pulls Drago in close to prevent any damage. #SUB2#
Drago drops back, looking for a kneebar! Barnes looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Barnes looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Barnes! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Barnes (4) vs (0) Drago
Drago gets back to half guard.
Drago 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.
Barnes wants to free his trapped foot but Drago is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Barnes 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.#SUB#
Barnes is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Drago is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Barnes pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Barnes is working for a submission of some sort.
#T1##SUB2#
Drago looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Barnes seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Drago does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Drago is trying to get back to full guard.
Barnes passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Barnes (7) vs (0) Drago
Barnes wants to control but Drago is keeping him busy.
Barnes is really struggling to control Drago but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Drago tries to improve position but can't. #T2#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Drago is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Drago sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Drago actively working from the bottom here.
Barnes looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Drago is staying active underneath Barnes, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB2#
Drago looking for subs from the bottom but Barnes mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Barnes (10) vs (0) Drago
Drago looks winded!
Drago is wriggling around trying to escape.
Barnes controlling the pace for now.
Barnes trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T3#
Barnes content just to control the position here.
Barnes looking to control but Drago is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #SUB#
Barnes is working for a guillotine from mount but Drago frees his head quite easily.
Barnes trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Drago is desperately trying to improve his position but Barnes has a good base and remains in mount.#SUB#
Barnes is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Drago is surviving well by controlling Barnes's body position as best he can.
Drago tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Barnes trying to control but Drago is having none of it.
Drago is trying desperately to improve position.#T4#
Barnes looking to control but Drago is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Drago is working to get back to half guard.
Barnes trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Drago tries to reverse the position but Barnes maintains control.#SUB#
Barnes looking for a guillotine from mount but Drago is having none of it.
Barnes can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Drago is looking to escape. #SUB#
Barnes has hold of Drago's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Drago manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
#SUB#
Barnes looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.#T5##SUB#
Barnes working for a guillotine from mount but Drago is in no mood to give up.
Barnes trying to control but he's not successful this time.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Barnes controlling from the full mount.
Drago is trying to escape the mount.
#T6#
Barnes content just to control the position here. #SUB#
Barnes wants to finish this one by submission but Drago is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Barnes.
Barnes wants to control the pace but Drago is squirming around nicely. #SUB#
Barnes looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Drago is working to get back to half guard.
#SUB#
Barnes has control of Drago's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Drago regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Drago can't escape the position.
#T7#
Barnes controlling from mount.
Drago keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#SUB#
Barnes has control of Drago's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Drago regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Barnes wants to control the pace but Drago is squirming around nicely.
Barnes controlling from the full mount.
Barnes trying to control but Drago is having none of it. #T8#
Drago can't escape the position.
Barnes controlling his opponent.
Drago is desperately trying to improve his position but Barnes has a good base and remains in mount.#SUB#
Barnes looking to secure an arm triangle but Drago defends it well.
Barnes can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Drago is looking to escape.
Drago is wriggling around trying to escape.
#SUB#
Barnes working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Barnes looking to control but Drago is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T9#
Drago is desperately trying to improve his position but Barnes has a good base and remains in mount.
Barnes wants to control the pace but Drago is squirming around nicely.
Drago is looking to get to half guard.
Barnes tries to control but Drago wriggling away. #SUB#
Barnes working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Drago manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Barnes works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Barnes (13) vs (0) Drago
Barnes advances to mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Barnes (15) vs (0) Drago
Drago is looking to get to half guard.#T10#
Barnes trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Drago tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Barnes trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Drago keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Barnes trying to control but Drago is having none of it. #SUB#
Barnes with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
#SUB#
Barnes with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
#T11#
Drago is squirming around, avoiding Barnes's attempts to control the action. #SUB#
Drago defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Barnes.
Drago bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Barnes (15) vs (2) Drago#SUB2#
Drago is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Barnes is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Barnes has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Barnes (17) vs (2) Drago
Barnes slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Barnes trying to control but Drago is working from the bottom. #T12#
Barnes passes into half guard.
Barnes trying to mount his opponent but Drago defends it.
Drago tries to roll over but Barnes keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Drago looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Drago has hold of a guillotine but he's not going to be able to crank on it really with only half guard, so it's no trouble for Barnes. Oh but Drago has got full guard now! Oh boy! This one could be over very soon! Barnes goes limp - he's gone! Drago jumps up and celebrates with the crowd - fantastic submission finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 12:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Damian Drago!
An out of breath and clearly excited Damian Drago thanked Nutritional Shaved Ice for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him). |
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Event:
Stepping Stone 10
Date: Jul 24, 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 Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 3 losses; Damian Drago! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; William Smyth!
The judges for this bout are Ian Loll, Elvis Blanc and Robert Douchet.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Smyth bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Drago (0) vs (4) Smyth#SUB2#
Smyth tries for a kimura but Drago is defending well. #SUB2#
Smyth is trying to get an arm triangle but Drago is defending well. #SUB2#
Smyth tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Drago regains half guard.
Drago makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Drago.#SUB#
Drago is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Smyth is aware though and is defending well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Smyth got a little sloppy there for a moment and Drago has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Smyth has managed to get both his arms back between Drago's legs - danger averted.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smyth slips nicely into half guard.
Smyth is pressing down on Drago's thigh, looking to free his foot. Drago is holding on for now. #SUB2#
Smyth looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
#T1##SUB2#
Smyth is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Drago is just riding it out for now. Smyth eventually gives up the hold.
Smyth tries to pass to full mount but Drago defends it. #SUB2#
Smyth is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB#
Drago has hold of a guillotine but he's not going to be able to crank on it really with only half guard, so it's no trouble for Smyth. Oh but Drago has got full guard now! Oh boy! This one could be over very soon! Smyth goes limp - he's gone! Drago jumps up and celebrates with the crowd - fantastic submission finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Damian Drago!
Damian Drago took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Nutritional Shaved Ice for their support in the buildup to the fight. |
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Event:
Stepping Stone 8
Date: Jul 17, 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 Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 1 losses; Cyrus Ozymandias! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 2 losses; Damian Drago!
The judges for this bout are Gregory Folan, Ian Loll and Yves DeLean.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Ozymandias looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ozymandias (2) vs (0) Drago
Ozymandias controlling the pace. #SUB2#
Drago is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ozymandias pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Drago looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Ozymandias looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Drago wants to improve his position but Ozymandias is controlling well.
Drago looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Ozymandias looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Ozymandias wants to free his trapped foot but Drago is holding on for dear life with his legs.
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.
Still in half guard, Ozymandias seems content to control.#SUB2#
Drago is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ozymandias pulls his head out easily. #T1#
Ozymandias keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Drago wants to get back to full guard.
Drago is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Ozymandias's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Ozymandias's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Ozymandias (2) vs (4) Drago
Drago gets his hands free as Ozymandias looks to control. #SUB2#
Ozymandias fending off the submission attempt from Drago.
Ozymandias tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Ozymandias wants to control but Drago is having none of it.#SUB2#
Drago is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Ozymandias to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Ozymandias shrugs it off. #SUB2#
Drago working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Ozymandias gets back to half guard.
Ozymandias is holding on to half guard well.
Ozymandias definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Ozymandias gets full guard.#T2#
Drago being controlled here momentarily. #SUB2#
Drago thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Ozymandias is pulling down on Drago's head. It's preventing any offense from Drago, at least for the moment.
Ozymandias 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: Ozymandias (4) vs (4) Drago
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Ozymandias will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T3#
Ozymandias seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Drago for as long as he can get away with.
Ozymandias passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Ozymandias (7) vs (4) Drago
Drago is trying to escape the mount but Ozymandias keeps good control and instead manages to take Drago's back.
Score +3 for taking back: Ozymandias (10) vs (4) Drago
Drago tries to break free.
Ozymandias biding his time, controlling Drago.
Drago is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Ozymandias controls the action.
Ozymandias keeps control of the position as Drago tries to break free.
#T4#
Ozymandias is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Drago is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Drago is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Ozymandias controls the action.
Drago turns into Ozymandias and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ozymandias (10) vs (6) Drago
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Ozymandias holds on and takes a little breather.
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.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Ozymandias is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ozymandias (12) vs (6) Drago#T5#
Ozymandias not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ozymandias continues to stall.
Drago can't keep his opponent in guard - Ozymandias advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Ozymandias is controlling the pace.
Further stalling from Ozymandias.#T6##SUB2#
Drago looking for submissions off his back.
Ozymandias controlling the action here.#SUB2#
Drago actively working from the bottom here.
Ozymandias is pressing down on Drago's thigh, looking to free his foot. Drago is holding on for now.
Ozymandias performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Ozymandias works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Ozymandias (15) vs (6) Drago#T7#
Ozymandias just content to control the position.
Drago regains half guard.
Ozymandias passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Ozymandias (18) vs (6) Drago
Ozymandias content just to control the position here.
Drago really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Ozymandias sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T8#
Ozymandias is looking to work his way around to Drago's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Drago is working to get back to half guard.
Ozymandias controlling the pace for now.
Drago tries to reverse the position but Ozymandias maintains control.
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.
Drago has given up his back. Will we see Ozymandias going for some submissions?
Score +3 for taking back: Ozymandias (21) vs (6) Drago
Ozymandias controlling from the back.
Drago wants to escape the position.
Ozymandias is riding his opponent, not letting Drago buck him off. #T9#
If it seems like I'm not saying a lot, it's just because Ozymandias is stinking the place up with his stalling.
You can see the frustration on Drago's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Drago is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Ozymandias.
More hug and hope from Ozymandias.#T10##T11#
Drago manages to reverse the position and now he's in Ozymandias's guard. Nice work there by Drago.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ozymandias (21) vs (8) Drago#SUB2#
Drago thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Ozymandias 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.
Ozymandias bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Drago's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ozymandias (23) vs (8) Drago
Ozymandias pushing down on Drago's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Still in half guard, Ozymandias seems content to control.
Drago is looking for a sweep. Ozymandias is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Ozymandias is taking a breather. Drago says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.#SUB2#
Drago actively working from the bottom here.
Ozymandias controlling the pace. #SUB2#
Drago looking for submissions off his back.
Drago looks winded!
Ozymandias content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T12#
Drago 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.
Ozymandias trying to pass the guard but Drago defending well.
Still in half guard, Ozymandias seems content to control.
Drago trying to get back to full guard but Ozymandias takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Ozymandias (26) vs (8) Drago
Ozymandias moves to the back position. Score +3 for taking back: Ozymandias (29) vs (8) Drago
Ozymandias controlling from the back.#T13#
Drago tries to escape but Ozymandias has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Ozymandias controlling from the back.
Drago is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#T14#
Ozymandias doesn't have the hooks in and Drago manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ozymandias (29) vs (10) Drago
Ozymandias is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Ozymandias lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ozymandias (31) vs (10) Drago#SUB2#
Drago had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Ozymandias defends it easily.
Ozymandias stays in close to Drago's body and controls the position.
Ozymandias has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Ozymandias pushing down on Drago's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Ozymandias takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the 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 31 to 10.
A very excited looking Cyrus Ozymandias 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 3
Date: Jul 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 Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Damian Drago! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Wang Dong!
The judges for this bout are James Atkins, Phil Schofield and William Gold.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Dong gets a double leg takedown into Drago's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Drago (0) vs (2) Dong
Dong slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Drago (0) vs (5) Dong
Drago's coaches at 3Band MMA have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
Drago tries to buck Dong off but Dong is having none of it.
Drago looking for a sweep but Dong has passed into full mount! Oh no! Score +2 for reaching mount: Drago (0) vs (7) Dong
Dong can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Drago is looking to escape.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Drago tries to reverse the position but Dong maintains control.
Dong fails to take his opponent's back.
Dong trying to control but Drago is having none of it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Drago is working to get back to half guard.
Dong controlling the position easily from mount. #T1#
Drago gets back to half guard.#SUB#
Drago looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Drago actively working from the bottom here.
Dong wants to pass the guard but Drago is defending well.
Dong wants to lay and pray for a moment but Drago keeps working. #SUB#
Drago looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#SUB#
Drago actively working from the bottom here.
Drago is staying active underneath Dong, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T2#
Drago gets full guard.
Dong pushing down on Drago's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB#
Drago actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Drago looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Dong uses his free foot to push down on Drago's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Drago. Score +3 for passing guard: Drago (0) vs (10) Dong
Drago is looking to improve his position but Dong isn't that keen on the idea.
Drago sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Dong trying to mount his opponent but Drago defends it.
Drago is looking to improve his position.
#T3#
Dong tries to pass to full mount but Drago defends it.
Dong is taking a breather. Drago says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.#SUB#
Drago actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Drago looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Dong passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Drago (0) vs (13) Dong
Dong is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Drago's shoulder. That is not cool.
Drago looking for a sweep but Dong has passed into full mount! Oh no! Score +2 for reaching mount: Drago (0) vs (15) Dong#T4#
Drago is trying to escape the mount.
Dong fails to take his opponent's back.
Dong manages to capitalize on a mistake by Drago to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Drago (0) vs (18) Dong
Dong is trying to stick to Drago's back but Drago is turning into Dong. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Dong's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Drago. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Drago (2) vs (18) Dong
Drago trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Drago drops back, looking for a kneebar! Dong looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Dong looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Dong! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Drago (2) vs (22) Dong
Drago manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #T5#
Dong trying to mount his opponent but Drago defends it. #SUB#
Drago looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Drago looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Drago is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Dong pulls his head out easily.
Drago is breathing heavily.#SUB#
Drago with the active half guard here but Dong passes nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Drago (2) vs (25) Dong#SUB2#
Dong is trying to get an arm triangle but Drago is defending well.
Dong advances to mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Drago (2) vs (27) Dong#T6#
Drago is wriggling around trying to escape.
Dong trying to control but he's not successful this time. #SUB2#
Dong has hold of Drago's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Drago manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Dong works his way to his opponent's back.
Score +3 for taking back: Drago (2) vs (30) Dong
Dong controlling well, preventing Drago from escaping the position.
Dong trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
#T7#
Drago turns into Dong and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Drago (4) vs (30) Dong
Dong keeping full guard, as Drago tries to pass.
Drago stands and throws Dong's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Drago (7) vs (30) Dong#SUB#
Drago is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Dong knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB#
Drago goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Dong has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Drago but great work by Dong. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Drago (7) vs (34) Dong
Drago is trying to improve his position.
Drago trying to remain calm as Dong controls from the top position.#T8#
Drago tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Dong tries to advance to mount but Drago denies him.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Drago is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Drago looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Drago is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Dong pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Drago actively working from the bottom here.#T9##SUB#
Drago is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Dong pulls his head out easily.
Dong works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Drago (7) vs (37) Dong
Dong content just to control the position here.
Drago really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Dong controlling the pace for now. #T10#
Dong wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Drago really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Drago manages to regain half guard. Good work. #SUB#
Drago looking for submissions off his back.
Dong wants to control but Drago is keeping him busy.
Dong is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.#SUB#
Drago is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Dong pulls his head out easily. #T11#
Dong passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Drago (7) vs (40) Dong
Drago manages to regain half guard. Good work. #SUB#
Drago looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Dong is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Drago is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Dong's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Dong's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Drago (11) vs (40) Dong#SUB#
Drago is looking for a choke. Dong gets to his feet with his opponent on his back and slams him to the mat. Dong manages to squirm out of the attempted choke and turns into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Drago (11) vs (42) Dong
Dong trying to control but Drago is working from the bottom. #T12##SUB#
Drago is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Dong defends well.#SUB#
Dong avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Drago keeping moving, preventing Dong from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Drago is looking for a triangle but Dong pushes his legs off easily.
Drago looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T13#
Drago keeping moving, preventing Dong from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Drago is looking for a triangle here but Dong uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Drago (11) vs (45) Dong#SUB2#
Dong is trying to get an arm triangle but Drago is defending well.
Drago tries to bench press Dong off him but Dong keeps the position.
Drago is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Dong's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#SUB#
Drago looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Drago is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Dong pulls his head out easily. #T14#
Dong wants to take a breather but Drago is having none of it.
Still in half guard, Dong seems content to control.
Drago is looking for a sweep. Dong is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Drago is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Dong pulls his head out easily.
Dong moves into full mount! Drago won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Drago (11) vs (48) Dong
Dong takes Drago's back. Score +3 for taking back: Drago (11) vs (51) Dong
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Drago can't escape the position.
#SUB2#
Dong working from the back looking to end the fight with a rear naked choke. Drago is doing well to defend. Dong seems to have got his hand under the chin though and he's sunk the choke in! Drago is forced to tap and this one is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 14:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Wang Dong! |
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Event:
Stepping Stone 2
Date: Jun 26, 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 0 losses; LLoyd Christmas! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Damian Drago!
The judges for this bout are Tiny Johnson, Gwen Towbar and Stewart Dunkirk.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Drago closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Christmas (0) vs (2) Drago#SUB2#
Drago is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Christmas has managed to free his arm - good work.
Christmas slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Drago is pushing down on Christmas's leg trying to pass to half guard. Christmas is fighting to maintain full guard but Drago has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB2#
Drago is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB2#
Drago wants to work for an arm triangle but Christmas is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB2#
Drago is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Christmas is pressing down on Drago's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Drago won't allow Christmas to sweep him here. #SUB2#
Drago drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Christmas dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Christmas (2) vs (2) Drago
Christmas controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T1#
Christmas slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Christmas (5) vs (2) Drago
Christmas moves into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Christmas (7) vs (2) Drago
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB#
Christmas looking to secure an arm triangle but Drago defends it well.
Drago is trying to escape the mount but Christmas keeps good control and instead manages to take Drago's back.
Score +3 for taking back: Christmas (10) vs (2) Drago#SUB#
Christmas has managed to slip his arm under Drago's chin. This could be all over... yep, Drago is tapping out! Submission win for Christmas.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). LLoyd Christmas!
A very excited looking LLoyd Christmas 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:
ENIGMA 101
Date: May 15, 2022 |
#R1##TD#
Kruth shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Drago manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Kruth works a leg free and moves into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Kruth is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB#
Kruth is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Drago is just riding it out for now. Kruth eventually gives up the hold.
Kruth seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Drago does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Kruth wants to pass the guard but Drago is defending well. #SUB#
Kruth is trying to work for a kimura but Drago is defending well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Kruth is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Kruth seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Drago does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T1##SUB#
Kruth wants to work for an arm triangle but Drago is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB2#
Drago looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Drago looking for submissions off his back.
Drago is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Kruth stalling.
Kruth definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#SUB2#
Drago actively working from the bottom here.
Kruth performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #SUB#
Kruth is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Drago is just riding it out for now. Kruth eventually gives up the hold. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Kruth looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB2#
Drago looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Drago 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.#SUB#
Kruth is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Drago is just riding it out for now. Kruth eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
Drago is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Kruth pulls his head out easily.
Drago is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Kruth is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#T3##SUB#
Kruth is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB#
Kruth is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB#
Kruth is looking for a kimura but Drago is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Kruth to get the leverage. #SUB#
Kruth is working for a submission of some sort.
Kruth slows the pace down in half guard.
Drago is not content to let Kruth control the position.#SUB#
Kruth is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T4#
Kruth seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Drago does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB#
Kruth is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Kruth looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Drago won't allow Kruth to pass to mount. #SUB#
Kruth is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Drago sees it coming and defends easily.
Kruth is looking to take a break and control but Drago is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Drago looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Kruth seems to be working for a kimura but Drago defends the submission attempt.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jorgen Kruth dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2##TD#
Kruth closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Drago quickly recovers to half guard.#SUB#
Kruth is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB2#
Drago looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Drago looking for submissions off his back.
Kruth is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Drago can do to turn this around?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Drago actively working from the bottom here.
Kruth moves into full mount! Drago won't be happy about that!
Kruth moves to the back position. #T1#
Drago turns into Kruth and is now in his guard.
Drago is breathing heavily.
Kruth lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Kruth controlling from the top position.
Kruth pushing down on Drago's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB#
Kruth is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Kruth is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Drago is just riding it out for now. Kruth eventually gives up the hold.
Kruth perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #T2##SUB2#
Drago looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Kruth sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Drago tries to get to full guard but Kruth has control of the leg.
Jorgen Kruth overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Kruth is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Drago doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Kruth. #SUB#
Kruth wants to work for an arm triangle but Drago is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#T3##SUB#
Kruth seems to be working for a kimura but Drago defends the submission attempt.
Kruth trying to pass the guard but Drago defending well.
Kruth keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#SUB#
Kruth is looking for a kimura but Drago is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Kruth to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Drago is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Kruth pulls his head out easily.
Kruth moves into full mount! Drago won't be happy about that! #SUB#
Kruth is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Drago can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
Drago is wriggling around trying to escape.
Kruth sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T4##SUB#
Kruth is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Drago can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
Kruth wants to take Drago's back but he can't do it this time. #SUB#
Kruth has control of Drago's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Drago regains control of the situation pretty easily.
#SUB#
Kruth is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Drago can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
Drago is trying to escape the mount.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Kruth working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Drago sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jorgen Kruth dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3##TD#
Kruth drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Kruth 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.
Kruth passes Drago's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Well, if Kruth 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.
#SUB#
Kruth is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kruth sitting and controlling from the half guard. #SUB2#
Drago actively working from the bottom here.#T1##SUB#
Kruth is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB#
Kruth is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Drago doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Kruth.
Drago tries to get to full guard but Kruth has control of the leg.
Kruth stalling. #SUB#
Drago is defending against the submission attempts here by Kruth.
Kruth content to control rather than advance. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Kruth wants to free his trapped foot but Drago is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Kruth moves nicely into side control.
Drago is looking for a sweep.#SUB#
Kruth is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Drago knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Drago tries to improve position but can't.
Drago is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#SUB#
Kruth is trying to get an arm triangle but Drago is defending well. #SUB#
Kruth is working for what looks like an arm triangle here. Drago is trying to escape and Kruth transitions quickly into an armbar! He's slapped it on tight and Drago is forced to tap! Nice work there by Kruth! Very nice indeed!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Jorgen Kruth!
An out of breath Jorgen Kruth 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:
CDFC 30: Kvick vs Santa Perez
Date: Mar 19, 2022 |
#R1#
Martins swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Drago definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Martins doesn't manage to clinch there - Drago circles away.
Martins just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromDrago.
Martins tries to clinch there but Drago circles away.
Drago swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Martins throws a right hand that Drago ducks under and follows up with a left that Drago also avoids with ease.#CL2#
Martins has closed the distance and engaged Drago in a clinch.
Martins softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Martins lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Drago takes an elbow to the temple.
Martins lands an elbow inside.
Martins lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Martins throws an elbow that misses.
Martins is pressed up against the cage. Drago has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Martins down to the mat. Martins avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Thomas Martins seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The fight stays on the outside here - Martins looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#T1##TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Martins enables Drago to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Martins manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.#SUB#
Drago drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Martins manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Drago has Martins in his guard.#REVB##SUB#
Martins is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Drago has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Martins is looking to defend but Drago has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Martins! Drago pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Martins taps out and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Damian Drago! |
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Event:
CDFC 22: Baltaretu vs Slice
Date: Feb 05, 2022 |
#R1##CL2#
Allan Jr moves into the clinch.#TD2#
Drago is fighting off a takedown attempt but Allan Jr is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Drago to the mat. Drago regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
Allan Jr tries to free his leg and advance position but Drago is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Drago is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Allan Jr is aware though and is defending well.
Allan Jr really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Drago. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Drago has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Allan Jr can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Drago lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Allan Jr looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB#
Drago drops back looking for a leg! Allan Jr is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Allan Jr manages to kick Drago off! Drago jumps back into Allan Jr's guard. #SUB2#
Allan Jr throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Drago escapes and throws Allan Jr's legs to the side, diving into side control!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB#
Drago is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Allan Jr has escaped the position, nice work there. #T1##SUB#
Drago working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB#
Drago wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Allan Jr, who protects the arm well. #SUB#
Drago tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Drago is breathing heavily.
Allan Jr is trying to control Drago's posture but Drago avoids it. #SUB#
Drago working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB#
Drago tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB#
Drago is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Allan Jr has escaped the position, nice work there.
Allan Jr is looking for a sweep.
Allan Jr struggling a bit here.
Both fighters take a look at the clock.#SUB#
Drago tries for a kimura but Allan Jr is defending well. #T3#
Allan Jr is trying to control Drago's posture but Drago avoids it. #SUB#
Drago is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Allan Jr knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB#
Drago looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
We've been informed that Allan Jr has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Allan Jr gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Allan Jr is trying to maintain the position but Drago is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB#
Drago is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Allan Jr is just riding it out for now. Drago eventually gives up the hold. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB2#
Allan Jr is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Drago pulls his head out easily.
Allan Jr wants to control but Drago is keeping busy.
#SUB2#
Allan Jr looking for submissions off his back.
Allan Jr is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Drago is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Allan Jr sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB#
Drago is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Damian Drago dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2##CL2#
Allan Jr moves into range and clinches up with Drago.#TD2#
Allan Jr has picked Drago up - he's going for a ride! Allan Jr dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Drago is staying active underneath Allan Jr, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB#
Drago looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Allan Jr seems to be looking for submissions.
Allan Jr not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Drago is defending against the submission attempts here by Allan Jr.
Damian Drago overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Drago works his way to full guard. Good work.
Allan Jr is breathing heavily.#T1##SUB2#
Allan Jr drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Allan Jr jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB#
Allan Jr got a little sloppy there for a moment and Drago has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Allan Jr has managed to get both his arms back between Drago's legs - danger averted.
Allan Jr must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB2#
Allan Jr drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Allan Jr jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Allan Jr trying to control but Drago is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Drago has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Allan Jr doesn't defend quickly enough and Drago has managed to lock this one up! Can Allan Jr escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Drago on a fantastic submission victory.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:49 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Damian Drago! |
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Event:
ICE 9; Speisialta na Nollag
Date: Dec 25, 2021 |
#R1#
A jab from Manfield misses.
Drago throws out a counter right but Manfield avoids it with no problem.
Drago has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Manfield throws a hook to the side of Drago's head but Drago sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Drago throws out a counter right but Manfield avoids it with no problem.
Drago slips a jab from Manfield.
As Manfield backs off Drago throws a huge counter combo but Manfield manages to avoid it all.
Manfield lands a nice hook to Drago's body. Drago takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Drago tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Manfield swivels and escapes.
Manfield throws a combination. Drago tries to block but a couple of punches get through.#CL#
Manfield has closed the distance and engaged Drago in a clinch.
Drago wants a takedown.
#BC#
Manfield breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Manfield looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Manfield throws a looping overhand right but Drago ducks down to avoid it.
Drago looks for a takedown but Manfield sprawls well.
Reni Manfield has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Damian Drago.
Drago on the wrong end of a nice jab.#T1#
Manfield throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Manfield misses with a wild body shot. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Manfield gets through Drago's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Manfield pushes Drago back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Manfield tries to throw a body punch but Drago avoids it by throwing Manfield back against the cage.
Manfield gets underhooks to prevent Drago's takedown attempt.
Manfield misses with a body punch.
Manfield misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Manfield works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Manfield struggles to land a body shot inside as Drago controls his hands.
#T2#
Manfield doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Manfield pushes Drago back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Manfield misses with a shot to the kidneys.
#BC#
Manfield escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Manfield scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Drago avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Manfield backing away here, and Drago unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Manfield tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Drago was well out of range. Poor timing from Manfield.#CL#
Manfield closes the distance and pushes Drago back into the cage.
Manfield lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Drago.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Manfield lands a left hand that snaps the head of Drago backwards.
Manfield lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Manfield is leaning against Drago and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Drago looks winded!
A hook to the body from Manfield.
#T3#
Manfield landing some nice looking knees to the body.
A hook to the body from Manfield.
Manfield lands a body punch in the clinch.
Manfield lands with a short shot to the head.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Manfield.
A nice right hand lands inside from Manfield.
Manfield lands a body shot. #BC#
Manfield breaks the clinch.
#CL#
Drago gets tackled into the cage by Manfield. Manfield maintains the clinch. #BC#
Manfield breaks the clinch.
Manfield looks to throw the jab but Drago is out of range. #CL#
Manfield darts in and clinches Drago up against the cage.
Manfield can't find room to land a body shot as Drago controls the action.
#T4#
A short body shot lands from Manfield as the two fighters clinch.
Manfield pushes Drago back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#BC#
Manfield manages to break the clinch.
#CL#
Manfield clinches with his opponent.
Drago managing to block the knees to the body from Manfield.
Manfield pushes Drago back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Manfield is working Drago over against the cage.
Manfield pushes Drago back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Manfield lands a left hand that snaps the head of Drago backwards.
Manfield cracks Drago with a nice body shot.
Manfield lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Drago backwards.
Manfield scores with a hook to the body.
Manfield lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Drago or not.
Manfield lands a body punch in the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Reni Manfield dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Manfield cracks Drago with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Drago avoids the body shot from Manfield.
Manfield cracks Drago with a good jab.
Manfield displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination. #ROC#Drago is rocked!
Manfield misses with a straight left.
Drago is still on wobbly legs! Can Manfield finish him?
Drago fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Drago seems to have recovered his senses.
Manfield will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Manfield is looking to chop away at Drago's legs.
A looping hook to the body misses from Manfield. Drago does a little dance to reset his feet.#CL#
Manfield drives through and clinches with Drago against the cage.
#T1#
Manfield scores with an uppercut up the middle.#BC#
Manfield's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
A telegraphed right hand from Manfield misses the target. #CL#
Manfield gets a clinch.
Manfield stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.#BC#
Manfield pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#KD#
Oooooh!!! Manfield has knocked Drago down with a huge combo! Manfield steps away and waves a wobbly Drago back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Manfield rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Drago moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#KD#
Manfield drops Drago with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Drago looks back up at him and smiles so Manfield waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.
Manfield loads up on a big right hand but Drago slips the punch.
Reni Manfield is winning the standup battle so far.
Manfield drops Drago with a naaaaasty hook - Drago is in real trouble here! Manfield dives in to side control and pounds out his opponent for a TKO victory! The crowd goes nuts!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Reni Manfield!
Reni Manfield retains his featherweight title!
Reni Manfield decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
ICE 6: Barr Feabhais
Date: Dec 04, 2021 |
#R1##TD#
Mesquita closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Drago quickly recovers to half guard.
Mesquita definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Drago gets back to full guard.
Mesquita knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Drago on the ground.
Mesquita postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #SUB2#
Drago looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Mesquita throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Mesquita has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Drago looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB2#
Drago has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Mesquita should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Drago has tightened it up now! Mesquita should have reacted faster there - he's in big trouble and yes, he's tapped out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Damian Drago! |
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Event:
ICE2: Establishing Class
Date: Nov 06, 2021 |
#R1##CL2#
Osaka clinches up with Drago and pushes him back against the cage.#BC2#
Osaka breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Osaka throws a head kick that misses. #CL2#
Osaka takes the fight into the clinch. #BC2#
Osaka breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Osaka turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.#CL2#
Osaka rushes Drago and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#BC2#
Osaka breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Osaka shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Osaka was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Drago takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Osaka working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Osaka lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face. #T1##SUB2#
Osaka working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Osaka controlling the position.
Osaka working the ground and pound from side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Drago is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Osaka off and has taken his back!#SUB#
Drago is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Osaka knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Osaka for a finish.
Osaka is trying to break free.
Drago is not going to allow Osaka to sit and survive in this position. #SUB#
Drago has managed to slip his arm under Osaka's chin. This could be all over... yep, Osaka is tapping out! Submission win for Drago.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Damian Drago! |
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