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Event:
TR85
Date: Sep 04, 2022 |
#R1#
Thibodeaux misses with a lunging right hand
enabling Inhanamoto to counter with a crisp jab. #CL2#
Inhanamoto closes the distance and clinches. #BC2#
Inhanamoto breaks the clinch.
Inhanamoto misses the shot to the body.
Thibodeaux swings for the body but Inhanamoto moves out of range.
Inhanamoto tries to counter by closing the distance.
Thibodeaux misses with a body shot.
Inhanamoto misses with an uppercut
and Thibodeaux counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Inhanamoto connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Inhanamoto staying out of range there.
Thibodeaux pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Inhanamoto scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Inhanamoto dodges the punch combination from Thibodeaux.
#T1#
Thibodeaux jabs Inhanamoto to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Inhanamoto throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Thibodeaux misses with a left hand
and Inhanamoto cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Thibodeaux takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
A jab lands there for Inhanamoto.
Inhanamoto lands with a hook. Thibodeaux tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Inhanamoto misses with a series of wild punches.
Thibodeaux was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#T2#
Inhanamoto misses with a hook.
Inhanamoto tries to bum rush Thibodeaux with a series of wild strikes but Thibodeaux uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Inhanamoto swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Thibodeaux with a nice cross.
Thibodeaux throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
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!
Thibodeaux takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Inhanamoto misses with a hook
and Thibodeaux counters with a stiff right hand. #KD#
Thibodeaux cracks Inhanamoto with a big right hand and Inhanamoto goes down!#ROC#Inhanamoto is rocked!
Thibodeaux wants to control from the top but Inhanamoto keeps moving.
Inhanamoto is still in real trouble! Can Thibodeaux finish him?
Inhanamoto wants to stand but Thibodeaux is controlling the position.
Inhanamoto seems to have recovered his senses.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Inhanamoto can do anything to dispel that myth.#T3#
Thibodeaux is standing up over Inhanamoto. Inhanamoto looks to escape but Thibodeaux dives into side control.
Thibodeaux wants to lay and pray for a moment but Inhanamoto keeps working.
Inhanamoto prevents Thibodeaux from improving position.
Thibodeaux trying to control the action but Inhanamoto is working from the bottom. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Inhanamoto wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Inhanamoto with a body punch. A glancing blow.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Matth Thibodeaux will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Inhanamoto swings for the body but Thibodeaux moves out of range.
Thibodeaux throws a big counter combination but Inhanamoto scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Thibodeaux has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Thibodeaux there as he acknowledges the shot.
Inhanamoto has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Thibodeaux ducks under a wild hook from Inhanamoto.
Inhanamoto throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
It looked like Thibodeaux was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Inhanamoto.
Inhanamoto lands with a right hand.
Thibodeaux misses with a body shot.
Inhanamoto swinging wildly here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thibodeaux slips under a jab.
Inhanamoto bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Thibodeaux's head backwards.
Inhanamoto lands a right hook to the body.
#T1#
Inhanamoto throws a lazy right hand but Thibodeaux sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Thibodeaux lands a slapping body shot.
Thibodeaux throws a body punch but Inhanamoto moves out of range.
Thibodeaux takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
A left lands for Inhanamoto.
Matth Thibodeaux is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Thibodeaux misses with a head kick.
A swing and a miss from Thibodeaux.
Thibodeaux takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Inhanamoto keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Inhanamoto wants to counter the offense by Thibodeaux and move into the clinch position.
Inhanamoto changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.#T2#
Inhanamoto misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Thibodeaux.
Nice shot lands for Inhanamoto.
Inhanamoto fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
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!
Thibodeaux looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Thibodeaux slips under a jab from Inhanamoto.
Thibodeaux is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Inhanamoto.
Inhanamoto falls off balance throwing a combination
and Thibodeaux makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Thibodeaux throws an ugly left hook that misses
enabling Inhanamoto to counter with a crisp jab.
Thibodeaux is looking to wear down Inhanamoto with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Inhanamoto misses with a wild body shot.
Thibodeaux is looking to counter punch.#T3#
Thibodeaux misses with a hook.
Inhanamoto scores with a jab.
Aiko Inhanamoto seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Inhanamoto takes the fight into the clinch.
Inhanamoto keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Thibodeaux's efforts to push away.
Inhanamoto misses with a shot to the kidneys.
#BC2#
Inhanamoto breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#CL2#
Inhanamoto gets a clinch.
Inhanamoto swings wildly with an uppercut but Thibodeaux uses good head movement to avoid it.
Thibodeaux wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Inhanamoto has him pressed against the cage.#T4#
Inhanamoto pushes Thibodeaux back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Inhanamoto tries a body shot but Thibodeaux blocks it.
#BC2#
Inhanamoto manages to break the clinch.
#CL2#
Inhanamoto clinches with his opponent.
Thibodeaux letting Inhanamoto take a breather here.
Inhanamoto stalling.
#BC2#
Inhanamoto breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Thibodeaux misses with a body punch
and Inhanamoto counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Inhanamoto displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Thibodeaux throws out the jab.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Aiko Inhanamoto showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Thibodeaux swings widly with a right hand
enabling Inhanamoto to counter with a crisp jab. #CL2#
Inhanamoto has Thibodeaux up against the cage in a clinch.
Inhanamoto lands a right hand that snaps the head of Thibodeaux backwards.
Inhanamoto pushes Thibodeaux back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#BC2#
Inhanamoto's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Thibodeaux misses the shot to the body.
A jab from Thibodeaux does it's job there.
Inhanamoto has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Inhanamoto blocks a jab.
Inhanamoto wants to counter the offense by Thibodeaux and move into the clinch position.
Inhanamoto rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Thibodeaux moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Thibodeaux throws a combination that misses #CL2#
and Inhanamoto holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch. #T1#
Thibodeaux has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Inhanamoto creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A short left from Inhanamoto. #BC2#
Inhanamoto pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Thibodeaux misses with a combination
and Inhanamoto counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Thibodeaux uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Inhanamoto.
Thibodeaux uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Inhanamoto.
An attempted straight right counter from Thibodeaux misses the target.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Inhanamoto lands on the inside with an uppercut. #T2#
Thibodeaux takes a shot to the head. #BC2#
Inhanamoto manages to break the clinch.
Inhanamoto throws a shot to the body.
Thibodeaux throws a nice head kick!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Thibodeaux drops his hands momentarily and Inhanamoto takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Thibodeaux ducks right into an uppercut from Inhanamoto.
Inhanamoto drops his hands momentarily and Thibodeaux takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Thibodeaux takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Thibodeaux tries to bum rush Inhanamoto with a series of wild strikes but Inhanamoto uses good footwork to avoid the assault.#T3#
Inhanamoto misses with a double jab.
Thibodeaux thuds a left hand into Inhanamoto's body.
Thibodeaux misses with the combination.
#CL2#
Inhanamoto gets a clinch.
Thibodeaux blocking some punches.
Thibodeaux wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Inhanamoto has him pressed against the cage.#BC2#
Inhanamoto breaks the clinch.
Nice cross by Thibodeaux.#T4#
Inhanamoto blocks a head kick by Thibodeaux.
Thibodeaux misses with a low kick.
Thibodeaux misses with a shot to the body
and Inhanamoto counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Thibodeaux uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Inhanamoto.
It looked like Thibodeaux was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Inhanamoto.
Thibodeaux misses with a body shot.
Inhanamoto fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
It looked like Thibodeaux wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Inhanamoto takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#CL2#
Inhanamoto takes the fight into the clinch.
Inhanamoto lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
And that's the end of the fight!
Aiko Inhanamoto comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Inhanamoto has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 28:29
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 28:29
Judge William Gold scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Aiko Inhanamoto!
Aiko Inhanamoto decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
TR80
Date: Aug 13, 2022 |
#R1#
Thibodeaux fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Simbolon manages to avoid it.#TD#
Simbolon scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. #SUB2#
Thibodeaux looking for submissions off his back.
Thibodeaux wants to improve his position but Simbolon is controlling well.
Thibodeaux trying to hold on to Simbolon's head to control him but Simbolon postures up.
Simbolon winds up and cracks Thibodeaux with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice strikes from Simbolon there.
Thibodeaux tries to get to full guard but Simbolon has control of the leg.
Thibodeaux is in trouble now - Simbolon has advanced to mount!
Simbolon sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T1#
Simbolon working away from the top, dropping strikes.
Simbolon definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Simbolon looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Thibodeaux tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Thibodeaux wants to hold on but Simbolon pushes him away.
Simbolon fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Simbolon with good strikes from the mount here!
Simbolon lands a big elbow.
Simbolon looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Thibodeaux is trying to escape the mount.
Simbolon controlling the pace for now.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T2#
Simbolon landing strikes from the mount.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Simbolon punishing his opponent with strikes.
Simbolon lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Thibodeaux is wriggling around trying to escape.
Simbolon controlling his opponent.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Thibodeaux is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Simbolon in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
Simbolon avoids the attempt from Thibodeaux to control.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Simbolon fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
#T3#
Simbolon lands a big shot there that rocks Thibodeaux but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Thibodeaux is trying to escape the mount.
Simbolon controlling the position easily from mount.
Simbolon avoids the attempt from Thibodeaux to control.
Simbolon has his opponent pinned against the ropes, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Thibodeaux's face.
Simbolon content just to control the position here. #T4#
Simbolon avoids the attempt from Thibodeaux to control.
Simbolon raining down shots from the mount!
Thibodeaux is in a horrible position here. Simbolon smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
Thibodeaux is desperately trying to improve his position but Simbolon has a good base and remains in mount.
Thibodeaux tries to hold on but Simbolon postures up.
Simbolon lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Thibodeaux hang on?
Simbolon avoids the attempt from Thibodeaux to control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Christian Simbolon dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Thibodeaux lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Thibodeaux pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Thibodeaux swings for the body but Simbolon moves out of range.
Simbolon throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A big left from Thibodeaux misses.
Thibodeaux jabs Simbolon right on the nose. Simbolon blinks but takes it well.
Thibodeaux connects with a good right hand that stumbles Simbolon. Simbolon circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Thibodeaux tries to break the clinch but Simbolon is controlling the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Thibodeaux as Simbolon tries to tie him up. #BC#
Simbolon pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T1#
Thibodeaux misses the shot to the body. #TD#
Simbolon looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Thibodeaux is looking to improve his position.
Simbolon keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Simbolon is thwarting Thibodeaux's attempts to control the position.
Simbolon seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Thibodeaux wants to get back to full guard.
Simbolon takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#T2##SUB2#
Thibodeaux actively working from the bottom here.
Simbolon slips a nice elbow through Thibodeaux's hands, connecting with Thibodeaux's forehead.
Thibodeaux trying to hold on to Simbolon's head to control him but Simbolon postures up.
Simbolon seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Thibodeaux wants to control the action here but instead Simbolon manages to pass to full mount!
Simbolon controlling the position easily from mount.
Thibodeaux is looking to get to half guard.
Thibodeaux takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.#T3#
Thibodeaux takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
Simbolon is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Thibodeaux can do to turn this around?
Simbolon takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Thibodeaux is looking to get to half guard.
Thibodeaux keeps trying to improve his position.
Simbolon lands a heavy elbow.
Thibodeaux is in all sorts of trouble here.
Simbolon controlling the pace for now.
Simbolon dominating with strikes here.#T4#
Simbolon lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Simbolon looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Simbolon lands a big shot there that rocks Thibodeaux but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Thibodeaux is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Simbolon looking to control and managing it successfully.
Simbolon avoids the attempt from Thibodeaux to control.
Simbolon is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Thibodeaux can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Simbolon controlling from the full mount.
Thibodeaux wants to control but Simbolon is having none of it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Christian Simbolon dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Simbolon tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Thibodeaux manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Thibodeaux misses the body punch #KD#
and Simbolon counters with a crisp one two that drops Thibodeaux! Simbolon thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Thibodeaux to his feet! Thibodeaux is in big trouble!#TD#
Simbolon looking for a takedown here - he's got it.#ROC#Thibodeaux is rocked!
Simbolon with a nice head shot there.
Thibodeaux is still in real trouble! Can Simbolon finish him?
Thibodeaux not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Thibodeaux seems to have recovered his senses.
Thibodeaux has a closed guard, preventing Simbolon from standing up.
Thibodeaux is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Simbolon lands a couple of elbows.
Thibodeaux trying to control the position.
Simbolon is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T1##SU#
Simbolon stands up from Thibodeaux's guard - Simbolon perhaps looking for a knockout. #CL#
Thibodeaux tries to keep at a distance but Simbolon has taken the fight into the clinch.
A short right from Simbolon on the inside.
Simbolon tries to pull guard but Thibodeaux holds him up against the ropes and eventually Simbolon drops back down to his feet.
Thibodeaux has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Thibodeaux blocks an uppercut.
Matth Thibodeaux has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Thibodeaux can't break the clinch.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Simbolon prevents Thibodeaux from breaking the clinch.
Thibodeaux prevents a takedown attempt there.
Simbolon fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Simbolon fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Simbolon lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Thibodeaux letting Simbolon take a breather here.
Simbolon looking for a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Christian Simbolon. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T3#
Simbolon jumps guard but Thibodeaux stands there with Simbolon around his waist. Simbolon gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Thibodeaux working hard to break the clinch.#BC#
Simbolon breaks from the clinch.
#TD#
Thibodeaux tries to sprawl but Simbolon drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Christian Simbolon is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Simbolon has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#SUB2#
Thibodeaux actively working from the bottom here.
Thibodeaux regains full guard. Nicely done. #SU#
Simbolon gets to his feet - Thibodeaux follows without any prompting. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#BC#
Simbolon breaks the clinch.
#T4#
Simbolon tests Thibodeaux's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Thibodeaux misses with a combination
and Simbolon counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Thibodeaux moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Simbolon tries to close the distance and clinch but Thibodeaux swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Thibodeaux feints a counter leg kick.
Matth Thibodeaux seems to be getting the better of the standup.
The fight stays on the outside here - Simbolon looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#TD#
Simbolon changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Thibodeaux looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Thibodeaux manages to get back to half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Christian Simbolon showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Simbolon, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 30:26
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 30:26
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 30:26
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Christian Simbolon!
During a confident post fight interview, Christian Simbolon thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
TR74
Date: Jul 09, 2022 |
#R1##CL#
Black rushes Thibodeaux and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Black scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Thibodeaux blocks a body shot from Black.
Black pushes Thibodeaux back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Thibodeaux is trying to break free.
Black lands a right hand.
Black lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Thibodeaux backwards.
Black is leaning against Thibodeaux and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Thibodeaux tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Black just stands there and leans against the cage.
Thibodeaux blocks an uppercut.
Black misses with a body punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Black lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Thibodeaux backwards.
Black lands an uppercut.
Black lands with a light punch inside.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Black scores with a shoulder strike.
Thibodeaux prevents a body shot from Black. #T1#
A right handed body shot lands from Black.
Black works on Thibodeaux's body with a couple of short punches.
Black definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Thibodeaux prevents a body shot from Black.
Black tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Thibodeaux's elbow.
Black misses with a short punch on the inside.
A nice right hand lands inside from Black.
Thibodeaux wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Thibodeaux takes a shot to the head.
Thibodeaux jumps guard but Black stands there with Thibodeaux around his waist. Thibodeaux gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Black fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Black tries a body shot but Thibodeaux blocks it.
Black lands a nice uppercut.
A hook to the body from Black.
#T2#
Black keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Thibodeaux's efforts to push away.
Thibodeaux wants to break free but Black has control.
A head punch on the inside from Black fails to land.
Black lands a body shot in the clinch.
Black lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Black pushes Thibodeaux back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Thibodeaux is trying to break free.
Black working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Black presses Thibodeaux against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A right hook to the body lands for Black.
Thibodeaux looks winded!
A quick uppercut on the inside from Black.
Black lands a hook to the side of the head.#T3#
Black lands a left hand.
Black lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Thibodeaux.
Black misses with a body punch.
Still in the clinch, Black scores with a nice short uppercut.
Black lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Thibodeaux backwards.
Black lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Black misses with a hook to the ribs.
Black lands with a left to the head.
Black lands with a short shot to the head.
Thibodeaux has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Black lands a nice shot to the body.
Thibodeaux blocks a body shot from Black.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Black.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Black. #T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Good body shot from Black.
Black lands a nice shot to the body.
Black gets through Thibodeaux's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A hook to the body from Black.
Black scores with a hook to the body.
Thibodeaux prevents a body shot from Black.
Black lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Black working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Good body shot from Black.
Black lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Black lands a body punch.
Black lands a hook that snaps the head of Thibodeaux backwards.
Black scores with an uppercut up the middle.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jack Black dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Black wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Thibodeaux throws the left hand but Black avoids the punch easily.
Black appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Thibodeaux throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #CL#
Black closes the distance and clinches.
Black lands a nice shot to the body.
Black lands a hook to the side of the head.
Black softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Black lands a hook to the side of the head.
Thibodeaux is breathing heavily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Black misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Black struggles to land a body shot inside as Thibodeaux controls his hands.
Black scores with a hook to the body.
Black lands a left hand.
#T1#
Black lands a right hand.
Thibodeaux blocks a body shot from Black.
Black scores with a hook to the body.
Black digs a right hand into Thibodeaux's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Thibodeaux's gas tank.
Nice body punch from Black.
Black lands a hook to the side of the head.
Black lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Black is leaning against Thibodeaux and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Black softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Black is working Thibodeaux over against the cage.
Black scores with a nice hook to the head.
Black digs a right hand underneath Thibodeaux's ribcage. Thibodeaux let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Black pushes Thibodeaux back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. #T2#
Black scores with a nice hook to the head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Black goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A hook to the body from Black.
Black scores with a shot to the side of Thibodeaux's head.
Black lands with a left to the head.
Black lands a left hand that snaps the head of Thibodeaux backwards.
Black lands with a right to the head.
Still in the clinch, Black scores with a nice short uppercut.
A short body shot lands from Black as the two fighters clinch.
Black lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Thibodeaux or not.
A short uppercut from Black.
Black cracks Thibodeaux with a nice body shot.
Black digs a right hand underneath Thibodeaux's ribcage. Thibodeaux let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Still in the clinch, Black scores with a nice short uppercut.#T3#
Black tries to throw a body punch but Thibodeaux avoids it by throwing Black back against the cage.
Black working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Black lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Black lands a left hand.
#ROC#Thibodeaux is rocked!
Black gets through Thibodeaux's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Thibodeaux is still on wobbly legs! Can Black finish him?
Thibodeaux takes a shot to the head.
Black throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Thibodeauxs head.
Black scores with a nice hook to the head.
Black works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Black.
Black lands an uppercut in the clinch that drops Thibodeaux to his knees! Black keeps firing more shots against his stricken opponent and the referee jumps in to save him!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jack Black!
Jack Black retains his welterweight title!
A relieved looking Jack Black thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
TR72: On The Mainland Boys
Date: Jun 29, 2022 |
#R1#
Geissler lands a jab.
Thibodeaux scores with a jab to the jaw.#CUT#It looks like Gerry Geissler has been cut.
Geissler's jab looks to have found its range, popping Thibodeaux under the eye.
Geissler misses with a hook to the body
and Thibodeaux counters with a nice uppercut.
Geissler misses with a left hand
and Thibodeaux counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Thibodeaux lands a head shot.
Thibodeaux paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Geissler loads up on a big right hand but Thibodeaux slips the punch.
As Geissler looks to move away, Thibodeaux throws a big counter combo but Geissler just gets out of the way.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Geissler dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Thibodeaux scores with a body shot.
Geissler throws a lazy uppercut
and Thibodeaux counters with a straight right hand.
Thibodeaux throws a jab but it's blocked by Geissler.
Thibodeaux catches Geissler with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#ROC#Geissler is rocked!#CUT#That has opened up Gerry Geissler's cut even more.
Geissler has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Geissler throws a sloppy body shot
and Thibodeaux counters with a massive hook, right on the button! He's out cold! Damn, that was naaaaaasty! Hopefully he'll be OK.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Matth Thibodeaux!
A victorious Matth Thibodeaux thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
TR70
Date: Jun 12, 2022 |
#R1#
Thibodeaux throws a head kick that misses.
Munhoz tries for a takedown but Thibodeaux circles away easily
and Thibodeaux counters with a stiff right hand. #TD#
Munhoz darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Munhoz passes to side control.
A lull in the action here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Munhoz wants to lay and pray for a moment but Thibodeaux keeps working.
Thibodeaux really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Munhoz. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Munhoz wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Thibodeaux, who protects the arm well.
You can see the frustration on Thibodeaux's face as Munhoz controls the position. #T1#
Munhoz tries to move to mount but Thibodeaux blocks the move with his legs. #SUB#
Munhoz is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Thibodeaux has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB#
Munhoz tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Thibodeaux is looking for a sweep.
Munhoz remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while. #SUB#
Munhoz thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Thibodeaux is trying to improve his position.
Munhoz looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.#SUB#
Munhoz wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Thibodeaux, who protects the arm well. #T2#
Munhoz advances to mount.
Munhoz looking to control but Thibodeaux is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Thibodeaux is desperately trying to improve his position but Munhoz has a good base and remains in mount.
Thibodeaux bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Munhoz is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
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!
Munhoz passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Thibodeaux!
Munhoz avoids the attempt from Thibodeaux to control.#T3#
Munhoz wants to take his opponent's back but Thibodeaux doesn't allow it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Munhoz wants to finish this one by submission but Thibodeaux is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Munhoz.
Thibodeaux is looking to improve his position but Munhoz isn't that keen on the idea.
Munhoz is trying to take his opponent's back.
Munhoz moves to back control. #SUB#
Munhoz is looking for the choke from the back position but Thibodeaux is controlling his hands well. #SUB#
Thibodeaux fending off the submission attempt from Munhoz. #SUB#
Munhoz 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, Thibodeaux has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Munhoz keeps control of the position as Thibodeaux tries to break free.
#T4##SUB#
Munhoz working for the rear naked choke here. He's got one arm under but Thibodeaux is defending well. A couple of punches soften him up though and Munhoz has tightened the hold! This one could be all over! It is! Thibodeaux taps out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Alex Munhoz! |
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Event:
TR67
Date: Jun 04, 2022 |
#R1##TD2#
O Darren feints and as Thibodeaux raises his hands in defense, O Darren changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Thibodeaux has momentary wrist control but O Darren slips an elbow through the middle.
O Darren is stalling in the full guard.
O Darren pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Thibodeaux is keeping the position for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Thibodeaux is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Thibodeaux looking for a sweep. Not yet Thibodeaux, not yet.
O Darren is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #SUB#
Thibodeaux has his feet on O Darren's thighs here. He's pushed O Darren off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! O Darren screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Matth Thibodeaux!
A very excited looking Matth Thibodeaux 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:
TR64: Rockafella's Debut
Date: May 28, 2022 |
#R1#
Thibodeaux throws a lazy head kick #CL2#
and O Darren holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
O Darren is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
O Darren tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Thibodeaux just stands there and leans against the cage.
O Darren is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Thibodeaux to keep the fight standing.
Matth Thibodeaux has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Moxley O Darren.
O Darren goes for a takedown in the clinch but Thibodeaux prevents it.
Thibodeaux is defending well against a takedown attempt.
O Darren is working for takedown but Thibodeaux is calmly controlling the position for now.
Thibodeaux is pressed up against the cage. O Darren has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Thibodeaux down to the mat. Thibodeaux avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thibodeaux missing with a left hand there. O Darren was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
O Darren looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Thibodeaux shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. O Darren defends it nicely.#T1##TD2#
Thibodeaux tries to sprawl but O Darren drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Thibodeaux is looking for a sweep. O Darren is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
O Darren seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #SUB#
Thibodeaux looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Thibodeaux is trying to defend against the ground and pound but O Darren scores with a couple of nice shots.#SUB2#
O Darren is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Thibodeaux taking some punishment here, with O Darren in his half guard. #T2#
O Darren lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
O Darren landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
O Darren keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
O Darren scoring with strikes to the body and head.
O Darren scoring with strikes to the body and head.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
O Darren is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Thibodeaux is just riding it out for now. O Darren eventually gives up the hold.
O Darren wants to free his trapped foot but Thibodeaux is holding on for dear life with his legs.
O Darren has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
O Darren wants to control but Thibodeaux is keeping him busy. #T3#
O Darren sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Thibodeaux tries to get to full guard but O Darren has control of the leg.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Thibodeaux makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Thibodeaux.
O Darren chips away with some ground and pound.
O Darren lands a couple of decent looking shots.#SUB#
Thibodeaux looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
O Darren stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Thibodeaux swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T4##SUB#
Thibodeaux working for a triangle but O Darren defends it easily.
O Darren postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Thibodeaux trying to keep a closed guard but O Darren is proving a slippery customer.
O Darren slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
O Darren content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
O Darren sitting in guard, not really doing much.
O Darren works over Thibodeaux with some ground and pound from guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Moxley O Darren dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Thibodeaux scores with a punch to the head.
Thibodeaux throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Thibodeaux throws an ugly left hook that misses
#TD2#
and O Darren counters with a nice double leg into guard.
O Darren looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Thibodeaux looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
O Darren is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Thibodeaux looking for a guillotine here but O Darren defends easily.
#SUB#
Thibodeaux looking for a triangle here. O Darren is fighting it but it looks tight! Thibodeaux pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, O Darren is tapping out - this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Matth Thibodeaux!
Matth Thibodeaux 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:
TR13: Lucky Number Thir-een
Date: Jan 30, 2022 |
#R1#
Thibodeaux ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Thibodeaux has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Thibodeaux swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Sloppy strikes from Thibodeaux. Those never looked like landing. #CL#
Spies has taken the fight to the clinch.
Spies lands a left hand.
Spies taking a breather.
Spies working aggressively here.
Thibodeaux is looking to break free of the clinch but Spies has double underhooks.
Spies misses with a shot to the kidneys.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A head punch on the inside from Spies fails to land.
Spies lands with a right to the head.
Spies stalling the fight.
Thibodeaux blocks a body shot from Spies.
Spies fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#T1#
Thibodeaux working hard to break the clinch.
Spies tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Spies is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Thibodeaux.
Thibodeaux can't break the clinch.
Spies misses with a short punch on the inside.
Spies misses with a punch to the body.
Thibodeaux tries to circle away but Spies has him pinned against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Spies fails to land.
Spies scores with a nice hook to the head.
Spies working aggressively here.
Spies misses with a hook from the clinch.
Spies lands an uppercut.#T2#
Spies goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Thibodeaux.
Spies tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Thibodeaux's elbow.
Thibodeaux letting Spies take a breather here.
Spies definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Spies lands a right hand that snaps the head of Thibodeaux backwards.
Spies doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Spies lands a shoulder strike.
Thibodeaux is trying to push Spies away but Spies has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Thibodeaux blocking some punches.
Spies swings away with an uppercut that misses.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Spies creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Spies misses with a short punch on the inside.
A nice left hand lands by Spies.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Spies tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T3#
A short right from Spies.
A head punch on the inside from Spies fails to land.
Spies has a couple of punches blocked by Thibodeaux.
Spies fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Spies has a couple of punches blocked by Thibodeaux.
Spies pushes Thibodeaux back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Spies goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Thibodeaux blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Spies tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Thibodeaux's elbow.
Thibodeaux blocks an uppercut.
Spies misses with some punches.
Spies working aggressively here.
Spies lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Spies swings wildly with an uppercut but Thibodeaux uses good head movement to avoid it.
Spies misses with some punches.
#T4##BC2#
Thibodeaux's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Thibodeaux throws a head kick that Spies semi-blocks.
#CUT2#It looks like Harald Spies has been cut.
Thibodeaux connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Spies fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
A head kick by Thibodeaux misses
and Spies counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Thibodeaux swings widly with a right hand
and Spies counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Thibodeaux throws a right and a left that both miss.
Spies was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Spies swings for the body but Thibodeaux moves out of range.
Thibodeaux rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Spies moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Spies wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Harald Spies dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Harald Spies's cut.
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#
Spies blocks a jab.#CL#
Spies forces Thibodeaux back against the cage and clinches.
A nice left hand lands by Spies.
Spies scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Spies lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Spies throws a punch but it's blocked by Thibodeaux.
Spies lands a hook to the side of the head.
Thibodeaux wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Spies has him pressed against the cage.
Harald Spies has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Spies misses with a punch on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Spies tries to throw a body punch but Thibodeaux avoids it by throwing Spies back against the cage.
Thibodeaux wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Spies working aggressively here.
Spies tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Spies goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
#T1#
Spies working aggressively here.
Spies working aggressively here.
Spies working aggressively here.
The referee calls for Spies to work.
Spies throws a punch but it's blocked by Thibodeaux.
Thibodeaux working hard to break the clinch.
Spies controlling the action here for a moment.
Spies misses with a punch on the inside.
Thibodeaux prevents a body shot from Spies.
Spies pushes Thibodeaux back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Spies tries to throw a body punch but Thibodeaux avoids it by throwing Spies back against the cage.
Spies is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Thibodeaux can do to turn this around?#T2#
Spies misses with a punch on the inside.
Thibodeaux blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Spies tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Spies has a couple of punches blocked by Thibodeaux.
#BC2#
Thibodeaux manages to break the clinch.
#CL#
Spies gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Spies misses with a hook to the ribs.
Spies fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Thibodeaux is trying to push Spies away but Spies has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Spies lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Thibodeaux blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Spies has a couple of punches blocked by Thibodeaux.
Spies fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Thibodeaux wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#T3#
Stalling in the clinch from Spies.
A frustrated look appears on Thibodeaux's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Spies tries to throw a body punch but Thibodeaux avoids it by throwing Spies back against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Spies.
Spies lands a right hand that snaps the head of Thibodeaux backwards.
Spies misses with the head strike.
Spies's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Spies misses with a short punch on the inside.
Thibodeaux is trying to force a seperation but Spies has the dominant position.
Spies throws a head punch that misses.
Spies lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Spies lands a body shot in the clinch.
Thibodeaux prevents a body shot from Spies. #T4#
Spies doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Thibodeaux blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Spies misses with the head strike.
Thibodeaux is trying to break the clinch but Spies has him pressed against the cage.
A right handed body shot lands from Spies.
Spies misses with the head strike.
Spies swings wildly with an uppercut but Thibodeaux uses good head movement to avoid it.
A short right from Spies on the inside.
A short right from Spies on the inside.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Spies.
Thibodeaux has had enough of the clinch but Spies keeps him there for the moment.
Spies throws a punch but it's blocked by Thibodeaux.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Spies.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Harald Spies dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Harald Spies's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Spies tries to close the distance and clinch up but Thibodeaux swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Thibodeaux swings widly with a right hand
and Spies counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CL#
Spies moves into range and clinches up with Thibodeaux.
Spies tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Spies.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Thibodeaux.
Spies keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Thibodeaux's efforts to push away.
Spies fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Spies lands a hook to the side of the head.
A short right from Spies.
Thibodeaux wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Spies has him pressed against the cage.
Thibodeaux wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
#T1#
Spies swings wildly with an uppercut but Thibodeaux uses good head movement to avoid it.
Spies tries a body shot but Thibodeaux blocks it.
Spies struggles to land a body shot inside as Thibodeaux controls his hands.
Thibodeaux takes a shot to the head.
Come on Spies - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Spies lands with a right to the head.
Thibodeaux is looking to break free of the clinch but Spies has double underhooks.
Spies throws a head punch that misses.
Spies working aggressively here.
Spies swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Spies working aggressively here.
Thibodeaux's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Matth Thibodeaux has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Spies stalling.
Thibodeaux working hard to break the clinch.
Thibodeaux tries to break free but Spies pushes him back against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Thibodeaux.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Spies.
Spies tries a body shot but Thibodeaux blocks it.
Spies scores with a nice hook to the head.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Spies.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Spies.
Spies tries to throw a body punch but Thibodeaux avoids it by throwing Spies back against the cage.
A short body shot lands from Spies as the two fighters clinch.
Spies displaying some good clinch control by pressing Thibodeaux up against the cage.
Spies works on Thibodeaux's body with a couple of short punches.#T3#
Thibodeaux looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Thibodeaux gets through Spies's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Spies misses with a hook to the ribs.
Spies lands a hook that snaps the head of Thibodeaux backwards.
Spies tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Spies swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Spies misses with a punch on the inside.
Thibodeaux is trying to break the clinch but Spies has him pressed against the cage.
Thibodeaux wants to get back to striking at distance but Spies won't allow it.
Spies fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Spies swings wildly with an uppercut but Thibodeaux uses good head movement to avoid it.
Spies throws a head punch that misses.
Spies swings wildly with an uppercut but Thibodeaux uses good head movement to avoid it. #T4#
Still in the clinch, Spies scores with a nice short uppercut.#BC2#
Thibodeaux breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#CL#
Spies has taken the fight to the clinch.
Thibodeaux blocking some punches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Spies.
Thibodeaux prevents a body shot from Spies.
Thibodeaux wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Spies tries to work over Thibodeaux's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Spies working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Thibodeaux wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Good body shot from Thibodeaux.
Spies misses with some punches.
Thibodeaux is looking to break free of the clinch but Spies has double underhooks.
Thibodeaux working aggressively here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Harald Spies showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Spies, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge David Hoff scores the fight 30:26
Judge Winston Alpacca scores the fight 30:26
Judge Michael Johnstone scores the fight 30:26
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Harald Spies! |
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Event:
Rouges Invade On Saturdays 2
Date: Jan 15, 2022 |
#R1#
Thibodeaux misses the shot to the body.
Rot looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Rot shoots for a takedown but Thibodeaux saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Thibodeaux throwing a counter right hand but Rot manages to avoid it.
Nice takedown defense from Thibodeaux. No joy for Rot on that attempt.
Thibodeaux is looking to counter punch.
Thibodeaux ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Rot moves away.
Rot is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
Rot is looking to clinch but Thibodeaux is avoiding it.
Thibodeaux appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Thibodeaux throws the left hand but Rot avoids the punch easily.
Thibodeaux looks to throw the jab but Rot is out of range. #TD2#
Rot dives in and scores a takedown into Thibodeaux's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Rot is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Thibodeaux has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Rot is looking to defend but Thibodeaux has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Rot! Thibodeaux pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Rot taps out and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Matth Thibodeaux!
Matth Thibodeaux 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:
TR03: New Year, New Thief
Date: Dec 29, 2021 |
#R1#
Gotto shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Thibodeaux eats them both and turns towards Gotto to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.#KD#
Thibodeaux lands a left and a right that sends Gotto crashing to the canvas! Thibodeaux dives into mount looking to finish!#ROC#Gotto is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Carbone Gotto has been cut.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Thibodeaux looking to control but Gotto is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Gotto is still in real trouble! Can Thibodeaux finish him?
Gotto tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Thibodeaux wants to take Gotto's back here but Gotto is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Gotto seems to have recovered his senses.
Gotto manages to control the position for a moment.
Gotto is looking to improve his position but Thibodeaux isn't that keen on the idea.
Thibodeaux wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it. #T1#
Thibodeaux looking to control but Gotto is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gotto is working to get back to half guard.
Thibodeaux trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Thibodeaux is really struggling to control Gotto but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Gotto prevents any damage by holding on tight.
Thibodeaux wants to take Gotto's back here but Gotto is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Gotto is squirming around, avoiding Thibodeaux's attempts to control the action. #T3#
Gotto manages to control the position for a moment.
Thibodeaux wants to take his opponent's back but Gotto doesn't allow it.
Gotto is wriggling around trying to escape.
Gotto wants to hold on but Thibodeaux pushes him away.
Thibodeaux wants to control the pace but Gotto is squirming around nicely. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Gotto is looking to improve his position but Thibodeaux isn't that keen on the idea.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Gotto reaches up and holds on to Thibodeaux to control the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Matth Thibodeaux dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Carbone Gotto's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Thibodeaux falls off balance throwing a combination
and Gotto counters with a stiff right hand.
Matth Thibodeaux is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Gotto defending well as Thibodeaux loads up on a big left hand.
Thibodeaux uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Gotto.
Gotto jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Nice straight punches there by Thibodeaux. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Thibodeaux.
Thibodeaux misses with a left hand
and Thibodeaux takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thibodeaux showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Gotto.
Thibodeaux slips under a jab from Gotto.
Gotto's coach down at HB Training center was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Gotto's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.#T1#
Thibodeaux staying out of range there.
Thibodeaux falls off balance throwing a combination
enabling Gotto to counter with a crisp jab.
Thibodeaux takes a jab right on the kisser.
#KD#
Thibodeaux lands a jab followed by a vicious hook that sends Gotto sprawling to the canvas. Thibodeaux follows him down, looking for the kill. Can Gotto hang on?
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Gotto tries to get to full guard but Thibodeaux has control of the leg.
Gotto is controlling Thibodeaux's trapped leg to prevent Thibodeaux from advancing to side control.#T2#
Gotto is staying active underneath Thibodeaux, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Gotto controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Gotto is not content to let Thibodeaux control the position.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.#T3#
Gotto is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
A shot to the liver by Gotto. Beautiful body shot.
Thibodeaux wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Gotto misses with an uppercut. Thibodeaux saw that one coming.
Gotto takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Thibodeaux punishes Gotto's body with a nice straight punch.
Thibodeaux throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Gotto stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#T4#
Gotto throws a hook to the side of Thibodeaux's head but Thibodeaux sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Gotto misses with a straight left.
Thibodeaux with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Thibodeaux throws a looping overhand right but Gotto ducks down to avoid it.
Thibodeaux is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Gotto can do to turn this around?
Thibodeaux lands a jab to Gotto's midsection.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Gotto throws a body shot but no joy.
It looked like Thibodeaux wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Thibodeaux thuds his right hand into Gotto's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Thibodeaux scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Thibodeaux gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Thibodeaux takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Matth Thibodeaux dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Carbone Gotto's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Thibodeaux scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Thibodeaux misses with a straight left.
Thibodeaux looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Donk. Thibodeaux catches Gotto right on the button with a cross.
Thibodeaux avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Gotto misses with a wild body shot.
Gotto takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thibodeaux swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Thibodeaux closes the distance and lands a vicious right hand that drops Gotto! Thibodeaux dives in looking to finish! Gotto is still trying to defend himself but he's taking too many shots and the referee has no choice but to stop the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:53 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Matth Thibodeaux! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 17, 2021 |
#R1#
Frost throws a body punch but Thibodeaux moves out of range.
A shot to the liver by Frost. Beautiful body shot.
Dennis Frost seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Thibodeaux uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Frost.
Thibodeaux keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Frost.
Frost misses with a straight left.
Thibodeaux keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
An attempted straight right counter from Thibodeaux misses the target.
Frost misses with a wild body shot.
Frost misses with a straight left.
Thibodeaux tries to close the distance and clinch up but Frost swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Thibodeaux uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Frost.
Thibodeaux swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A big left from Frost misses.
Thibodeaux seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Frost smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Frost misses with a left hand
and Thibodeaux counters with a straight right hand.
Thibodeaux swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
#T1#
Thibodeaux clobbers Frost with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #CUT#It looks like Dennis Frost has been cut.
Frost throws a hook but Thibodeaux avoids it easily.
Thibodeaux is looking for a counter combo.
Frost cracks Thibodeaux with an open hand slap.
Frost throws a hook but Thibodeaux avoids it easily.
Thibodeaux lands with a nice body punch.
Thibodeaux displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Frost throws out the jab.
Frost lands a right hook to the body.
A big left from Thibodeaux misses.
Frost fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Frost walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Thibodeaux lands a nice looking body shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Frost takes a swing at Thibodeaux's ribcage but misses.
Frost swings away with a body shot that misses
#KD#
and Thibodeaux counters with a nice right hand that sends Frost toppling to the canvas! Frost scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Thibodeaux finish him?!#ROC#Frost is rocked!#T2#
Thibodeaux lands an uppercut, right on the button! Frost tumbles backwards into the cage, staring vacantly into space! He's got no idea where he is, who he is or what day it is... Poor guy.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:09 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Matth Thibodeaux! |
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