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Event:
The Island Season 13, 205 lbs, Round 1
Date: Jun 23, 2022 |
#R1#
Kwata misses with a takedown attempt
and Grigoriev counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kwata shoots in for a takedown but Grigoriev shows good takedown defense.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Kwata.
Alexander Grigoriev has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ani Kwata.#TD2#
Kwata shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Kwata with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Kwata working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Grigoriev moves into full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kwata wants to control from the top but Grigoriev keeps moving.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kwata working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T1##SUB#
Grigoriev working for a triangle but Kwata defends it easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Kwata stands up over his opponent, looking to dive in with a big punch. Here he comes, superman style! Oh, the punch misses and Grigoriev has got him in a triangle choke for good measure! Oh no! Kwata manages to get his head free but now Grigoriev has transitioned to an armbar! Kwata grimaces and is forced to tap! Beautiful Jiu Jitsu from Grigoriev! I'd be surprised if that didn't end up as submission of the night!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Alexander Grigoriev!
A victorious Alexander Grigoriev 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:
VFC 91 Tartakov vs Smith
Date: Jun 14, 2022 |
#R1##TD2#
Kwata closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Hanen's guard.
Kwata postures up in Hanen's guard and throws a big left but Hanen blocks it.
Kwata lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Kwata trying to control but Hanen is working from the bottom.
Hanen on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Hanen tries to get out of the position.
Kwata missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Kwata working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Kwata trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Kwata with a flurry of punches that miss.
Kwata postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Kwata's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Kwata lands a couple of digs.
Kwata lands a couple of elbows.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Kwata's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Kwata slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Kwata makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Kwata working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Kwata has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Kwata postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Kwata is in close to Hanen's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Kwata throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Hanen works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Hanen knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Kwata on the ground.
Kwata content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Kwata landing some decent shots from guard. #T2#
Hanen is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Kwata slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Kwata is looking to work some ground and pound but Hanen has wrist control.
Kwata stays in close to Hanen's body and controls the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kwata lands a couple of elbows.
Kwata is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Hanen is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T3#
Kwata with a flurry of punches that miss.
Hanen definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Kwata postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Hanen is looking to sweep but instead, Kwata has passed into half guard.
Kwata seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Kwata is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Kwata trying to control from half guard but Hanen is working away.
Kwata working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that. #T4#
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Kwata lands a nice short elbow.
Hanen is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Kwata is taking a breather. Hanen 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.
Kwata is keen to just control but Hanen is a slippery customer.
Kwata thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Kwata missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Hanen is looking to improve his position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kwata with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Hanen blocking the ground and pound attempt from Kwata.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ani Kwata 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#
Kwata uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Hanen.
Hanen ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kwata moves away.
Hanen slaps away a takedown attempt from Kwata, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Kwata shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Hanen as he avoids it easily.
An attempted straight right counter from Hanen misses the target.
Hanen defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Kwata.
David Hanen has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ani Kwata.
Hanen throws a push kick but Kwata slaps the foot to one side.
Kwata tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Kwata fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Kwata moves out of range of the strikes.
David Hanen is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Kwata tries to score a power double leg takedown but Hanen sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Kwata somewhat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kwata has a takedown stuffed.
Hanen was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Kwata has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Hanen is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Kwata looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Hanen throws a body shot but no joy.
Hanen looks to land a left hand but Kwata moved out of range nicely.
Kwata is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.#T1#
Kwata misses with a takedown
and Hanen counters with a straight right hand.
Kwata takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Kwata shoots for a takedown but Hanen saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Kwata misses with a takedown attempt
and Hanen counters with a stiff right hand.
A head kick misses from Hanen. #TD2#
Kwata closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Hanen quickly recovers to half guard.
Kwata slows the pace down in half guard.
Ani Kwata has got the better of the ground game so far.
Kwata winds up and cracks Hanen with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Kwata throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Hanen blocking the ground and pound attempt from Kwata.
Kwata throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #T2#
Kwata seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Kwata has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kwata missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Kwata winds up and cracks Hanen with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Kwata lands with a punch from half guard.
Hanen is not content to let Kwata control the position.
Kwata working over Hanen with some ground and pound. Hanen looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Kwata wants to free his trapped foot but Hanen is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Kwata lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Hanen on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Kwata is taking a breather. Hanen 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.#T3#
Kwata drops an elbow to the side of Hanen's head.
Kwata keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Hanen blocking the ground and pound attempt from Kwata.
Kwata is trying to control the action in half guard but Hanen is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Hanen tries to roll over but Kwata keeps him under control.
Kwata lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Kwata slips a nice elbow through Hanen's hands, connecting with Hanen's forehead.#T4#
Hanen wants to get back to full guard but Kwata has passed into side control.
Kwata trying to control the action but Hanen is working from the bottom.
Kwata works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Kwata controlling the position.
Kwata scoring with punches from side control.
Kwata creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Hanen taking punishment in the form of punches.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ani Kwata 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. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Kwata shoots in for a takedown but Hanen shows good takedown defense.
Kwata shoots in looking for a takedown. Hanen tries to sprawl out of it but Kwata keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Hanen manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #TD2#
Kwata shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Hanen manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Kwata content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Kwata missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Kwata seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kwata scoring with some ground and pound. #ROC2#Hanen is rocked!
Kwata passes easily into side control. Nice work.#T1#
Kwata working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Kwata is looking to take a break and control but Hanen is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Kwata scores with a couple of short elbows.
Oh Hanen is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
A big shot lands for Kwata! That's hurt Hanen! Will he recover? Kwata fires away with more strikes and the referee has to step in to stop the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:51 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ani Kwata! |
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Event:
VFC 84 Chong vs Rhodes
Date: Jun 03, 2022 |
#R1#
Ross misses with a jab, cross combination.
Ross misses with a few strikes there.
Kwata moves out of range of the body kick from Ross.
Kwata looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Ross misses with a wild combination.
Kwata uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ross.
#TD#
Kwata closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Ross quickly recovers to half guard.
Ross is looking to improve his position.
#SUB2#
Ross actively working from the bottom here.
Ross wants to control but Kwata is keeping busy.
Kwata is trying to control. Ross wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Ross is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Kwata trying to control the action but Ross is working from the bottom.
Ross is trying to maintain the position but Kwata is very close to passing his half guard.#T1#
Ross regains full guard. Nicely done.
Kwata postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kwata landing some decent shots from guard.
Ross is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Kwata will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Kwata scoring with some ground and pound.
Kwata stopping the sweep attempt from Ross.#SUB2#
Ross is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Kwata defends well.
Kwata landing with the ground and pound. #T2#
Ross looking to hit a scissor sweep but Kwata is one step ahead there.
Kwata wants to control from the top but Ross keeps moving. #SUB2#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Ross had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Kwata defends it easily.
Kwata distracts Ross with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Kwata landing some decent shots from guard.
Kwata scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Ross keeping full guard, as Kwata tries to pass.
Kwata is working Ross over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #T3##SUB2#
Ross is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Kwata lands a couple of digs.
Kwata trying to control the position from guard on top but Ross is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kwata not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Kwata working some strikes from top position.
Ross trying to control the position.
#SUB2#
Kwata got a little sloppy there for a moment and Ross has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Kwata has managed to get both his arms back between Ross's legs - danger averted.
Kwata working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Ross's head.#T4##SUB2#
Ross looking for a guillotine here but Kwata defends easily.
Kwata passes Ross's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Kwata is nestled in close to Ross, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Ross tries to get to full guard but Kwata has control of the leg.
Ground and pound from Kwata.
Kwata takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ross tries to get to full guard but Kwata has control of the leg.
Ross on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Ross wants to get back to full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ani Kwata dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2##TD#
Kwata shoots in and gets a takedown into Ross's guard.
Kwata makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Kwata preventing the sweep. #SUB2#
Ross looking for subs off his back but Kwata has passed one foot through into half guard.
Kwata with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Kwata wants to control but Ross is keeping him busy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ground and pound from Kwata.
Kwata is trying to control the action in half guard but Ross is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Ground and pound from Kwata.
Kwata working the head and body with strikes.
Still in half guard, Kwata seems content to control.#T1#
Ross is trying to maintain the position but Kwata is very close to passing his half guard.
Kwata seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Kwata working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Ross tries to get to full guard but Kwata has control of the leg.
Ross gets full guard.
Kwata scoring with some ground and pound.
Kwata landing with the ground and pound.
Kwata works over Ross with some ground and pound from guard.#SUB2#
Ross has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Kwata can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T2#
Ross 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#
Ross is looking for a triangle here but Kwata uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Kwata lands some shots froms side control.
Kwata cracks Ross with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Ross is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Ross is trying to work for a sweep but Kwata has mounted him!
Ross tries to hold on but Kwata pushes him away. #T3#
Kwata lands a couple of good shots and Ross has given up his back, trying to escape the position!
Kwata is looking to finish with some ground and pound!
Ross is trapped and Kwata is scoring with shots to the head and body.
Ross tries to escape but Kwata has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Ani Kwata overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Kwata punches Ross on the ear. #ROC#Ross is rocked!
Kwata has his opponent trapped and is landing shots. Not a good position for Ross.
Ross is still in real trouble! Can Kwata finish him?
Ross tries to roll but Kwata sticks to his back.
Ross covers up after that shot from Kwata.
Kwata has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Ross's body.
Kwata is throwing strikes from the back here. Oh that last one was to the back of the head. Kwata gets a warning from the referee. He throws another strike to the back of the head straight away though and the referee has seen enough. He breaks up the two fighters and stands them back up. Kwata gets a real talking to here and is lucky not to get a point deducted. Kwata apologises and we restart here on the feet.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Ross in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.#TD#
Kwata lands a huge takedown. Ross is out but the ref is slow to react and Kwata lands 3 more undefended punches before the fight is stopped. Brutal finish. Ross lies on the canvas for a good minute before the doctors bring him round. Good to see he's OK.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:43 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ani Kwata! |
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Event:
VFC 74 Huygens vs Masters
Date: May 04, 2022 |
#R1#
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.
Kwata shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Soon sprawls well. Soon wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Kwata gets slowly back to his feet.
Soon displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Kwata.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kwata looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Soon is fending him off so far but Kwata persists. Nope, Soon circles away and we're back to standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ani Kwata. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kwata shoots for a double leg takedown but Soon sprawls well. He's pushed Kwata's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. #T1#
Kwata shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Soon sprawls well. Soon wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Kwata gets slowly back to his feet.
Soon looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Kwata with a poor takedown
and Soon counters with a nice uppercut.
Nice takedown defense from Soon. No joy for Kwata on that attempt.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Kwata.
Soon looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T2#
Kwata shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
enabling Soon to counter with a crisp jab.
Kwata shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Soon as he jumps to the side.
Kwata tries for a takedown but Soon sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.#T3#
Kwata shoots and misses
and Soon counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Soon keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
It seemed like Soon was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Kwata changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Soon tries to avoid it but Kwata manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Soon to the ground. Soon escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Kwata looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Kwata fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Kwata looks for a takedown but Soon sprawls well.
Soon looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T4#
Kwata fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Soon throws out a counter right but Kwata avoids it with no problem.
Soon slaps away a takedown attempt from Kwata, before circling back to the center of the mat.
A little jabbing left from Soon on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kwata fails to land the takedown.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mun Soon dominated that round.
That's time! Kwata's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Soon stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Soon wants it to stay on the feet.
Kwata closes the distance and clinches up with Soon, looking for a takedown. Kwata pushes Soon against the cage but Soon circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Soon stuffs the takedown.
Soon looks like he wants to counter punch here.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ani Kwata. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kwata darts in looking for a takedown but Soon gets double underhooks and turns Kwata into the cage.
Soon lands a left hand that snaps the head of Kwata backwards.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Soon misses with some punches.
#TD#
Kwata wants the takedown. Soon is fighting it off but Kwata persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Soon's guard against the cage.
Kwata trying to control the position from guard on top but Soon is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kwata slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#T1#
Kwata tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Kwata working the ground and pound from side control.
Kwata staying calm.
Kwata is chipping away with strikes.
Kwata creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Soon sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Soon is trying to escape and get back to his feet.#T2#
Kwata is chipping away with strikes.
Soon wants to get back to his feet but Kwata drags him back down.
Kwata working the body and head with strikes.
Kwata is putting a hurting on Soon here, landing some big shots from side control.
Kwata is working Soon over with some ground and pound from side control.
Kwata 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.
Kwata landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Kwata working the head with strikes.
Kwata cracks Soon with a big elbow. #T3#
Soon gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there!
Kwata landing shots from mount.
Kwata scoring with strikes but Soon is staying in there.
Kwata connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Soon 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.
Kwata lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
Kwata is in the full mount, landing strikes.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Kwata cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Kwata trying to control but Soon is having none of it.
Kwata landing shots from mount.
Ani Kwata overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kwata connects with a bit shot that sees Soon covering up! More strikes from Kwata and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Kwata is our winner by TKO!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:27 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ani Kwata! |
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Event:
TR42: Light That Exotic Up
Date: Apr 03, 2022 |
#R1#
A nice leg kick from Rawlins, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kwata shoots in but Rawlins avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Rawlins ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kwata moves away.
Rawlins throws a body shot but no joy.
Kwata misses with a takedown attempt
and Rawlins counters with a nice uppercut.
Kwata on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Rawlins is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kwata.
Rawlins keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Ezekiel Rawlins has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ani Kwata.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Kwata shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Rawlins napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Rawlins is looking to get back to his feet here but Kwata is keeping cool and he's managed to take Rawlins's back.#T1#
Kwata lands a couple of good shots to his opponent's body and a final shot to the head. Good little attack there by Kwata.
Rawlins breaks Kwata's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Rawlins stopping the sweep attempt from Kwata.
Kwata is still trying to improve position.
Rawlins tries to free his leg and advance position but Kwata is retaining full guard.
Kwata has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#SUB#
Rawlins has gone for a leg lock! Kwata slips out almost immediately though and dives into Rawlins's guard.#REVB##SUB#
Rawlins has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Kwata is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Rawlins.
Rawlins definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Kwata wants to control but Rawlins is keeping him busy. #T2#
Rawlins is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Kwata working the head with strikes.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kwata working the ground and pound.
Rawlins manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Rawlins is trying to maintain the position but Kwata is very close to passing his half guard.
Rawlins is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Kwata scores with a couple of nice shots.
Kwata landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #ROC2#Rawlins is rocked!
Kwata scores with a big shot! Rawlins's head bounced off the canvas with a huge thud! More strikes land and the referee has jumped in to save Rawlins! He was hurt real bad - good stoppage!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ani Kwata! |
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Event:
TR31: Freestyle Friday
Date: Mar 11, 2022 |
#R1#
Kwata misses with a takedown attempt - Chin sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Chin rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Kwata moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Kwata shoots in and drives through. Chin sprawls well.
As Kwata tries to get set, Chin tries to push him back and clinch up but Kwata manages to avoid the attempt.
Chin misses with the combination.
Kwata tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Kwata showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Chin.
Kwata shoots for a double leg takedown but Chin sprawls well. He's pushed Kwata's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Zhengqiu Chin has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ani Kwata.#TD2#
Kwata gets a double leg takedown into Chin's guard.
Chin might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Kwata lands a couple of elbows.
Kwata chips away with some ground and pound.
Kwata scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Kwata working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Kwata has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Chin is looking to stand up but Kwata isn't so interested in that idea.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kwata scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#T1#
Kwata is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Kwata stands up over Chin, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Kwata scoring with punches to the head and body.
Kwata is in close to Chin's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Chin being controlled here, momentarily.
Kwata content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Kwata won't allow Chin to get back to his feet.
Kwata works over Chin with some ground and pound from guard.
Kwata works over Chin with some ground and pound from guard.
Chin is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Chin wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Kwata manages to pass to side control. #T2#
Well, if Kwata 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.
Nice strikes from Kwata there.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Kwata connects with a nice short shot to Chin's temple.
Kwata looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Kwata winds up and cracks Chin with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Kwata lands strikes from half guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kwata working the head and body with strikes.
Chin has hold of Kwata's hands but Kwata slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Kwata scores with a couple of good hammerfists.#T3#
Kwata lands with a punch from half guard.
Kwata looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Chin with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Kwata landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Kwata working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that. #ROC2#Chin is rocked!
Kwata takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Oh Chin is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kwata lands a massive shot from half guard that has rocked Chin! More strikes land and this one is all over! Kwata jumps to his feet and is applauded loudly by the crowd!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ani Kwata! |
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Event:
TR17: Midweek Madness
Date: Feb 09, 2022 |
#R1##TD#
Kwata decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Kwata lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Kwata looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks De Broglie with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
De Broglie is looking for a sweep. Kwata is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Kwata looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks De Broglie with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Kwata 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.
Kwata slips a nice elbow through De Broglie's hands, connecting with De Broglie's forehead.
Kwata is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #SUB2#
De Broglie looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Kwata working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Kwata looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks De Broglie with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Kwata lands a nice short elbow.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nice strikes from Kwata there.
Kwata lands with a punch from half guard. #T1#
De Broglie is trying to control but can't.
#SUB2#
De Broglie actively working from the bottom here.
Kwata is looking to take a break and control but De Broglie is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
De Broglie taking some punishment here, with Kwata in his half guard.
Kwata looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks De Broglie with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kwata seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
De Broglie is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Kwata scores with a couple of nice shots.
De Broglie looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Kwata slips a nice elbow through De Broglie's hands, connecting with De Broglie's forehead.
De Broglie manages to get to full guard.
Kwata cracks De Broglie with a solid left hand.#ROC#De Broglie is rocked!#T2#
Kwata arches his back and unloads with a massive left and a right! De Broglie's eyes roll back into his head, he's out cold! The ref dives in to stop the fight - wow, they were hard shots!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Ani Kwata! |
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Event:
TR 13.5: Big Implications
Date: Jan 30, 2022 |
#R1##TD2#
Kwata manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Aisland on his heels. He'll look to pass Aisland's guard now, I'm sure.#SUB#
Aisland looking for a guillotine here but Kwata defends easily.
Kwata is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #SUB#
Aisland working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Kwata doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Kwata manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Aisland wants to improve his position but instead Kwata has moved into half guard.
Aisland trying to hold on to Kwata's head to control him but Kwata postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kwata looks to score some points with some ground and pound.#T1#
Aisland has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Kwata is working away from the top position though.
Aisland might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Aisland is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Aisland looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Aisland is trying to maintain the position but Kwata is very close to passing his half guard.
Kwata is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Aisland is trying to maintain the position but Kwata is very close to passing his half guard.
Aisland looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Kwata working the head and body with strikes.
Aisland is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Aisland is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Kwata scores with a couple of nice shots.
Aisland slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB#
Aisland working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Kwata doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Kwata manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Kwata stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Aisland swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Aisland working for a triangle but Kwata defends it easily.
#T3#
Kwata postures up.
#SUB#
Aisland looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Kwata has picked Aisland up and slammed him! Aisland can't keep hold of the triangle and Kwata manages to pass to side control!
Kwata trying to control the position but Aisland is working away.
Aisland can't do much from the bottom here.
Aisland is looking for a sweep.
Kwata trying to control the position but Aisland is working away.
Aisland regains half guard.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB#
Aisland looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Kwata scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Well, if Kwata 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.
Kwata really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Aisland. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Aisland trying to control but Kwata postures up.
Kwata is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kwata is taking a breather. Aisland 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.
Aisland is trying to get back to full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ani Kwata dominated that round.
That's time! Aisland's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Aisland misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kwata.
Kwata fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Aisland manages to avoid it.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Kwata enables Aisland to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Kwata manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Aisland trying to control the position from guard on top but Kwata is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Aisland is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Kwata wants to sweep here but Aisland controlling him for the moment.
Aisland advances position into side control!#SUB#
Aisland tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Aisland has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Ani Kwata has got the better of the ground game so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Aisland works to advance to full mount. Kwata defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
Aisland fails to take his opponent's back.
Aisland throwing sloppy strikes here. Perhaps if he tightened up his striking from such a dominant position, he'd be able to finish easier.
#T1#
Kwata is trying to escape the mount.
#SUB#
Aisland working for a submission here. He's tucked his head under his opponent's arm, looking for an arm triangle. He's hopped off into side control, looking to tighten the submission... is it going to work? He's given up a good position looking for it. Kwata looks OK. Oh, I spoke too soon, he's out! That must have been tighter than I thought! Excellent work there by Aisland! Submission of the night perhaps?
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:29 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Sanka Aisland! |
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Event:
Rouges Invade On Saturdays 2
Date: Jan 15, 2022 |
#R1#
Mohammad dives in for a single leg takedown but Kwata sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.#TD#
Mohammad gets caught napping as Kwata dives in and scores a takedown. Mohammad manages to retain guard.
Kwata is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Kwata has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Mohammad keeping moving, preventing Kwata from controlling successfully. #T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mohammad managing to control the position.
Mohammad avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Mohammad tries to land a sweep but no joy. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD#
Kwata gets a double leg takedown into Mohammad's guard.
Kwata stays in close to Mohammad's body and controls the position.
Mohammad has control of Kwata's left arm, preventing Kwata from doing any damage. #T2#
Kwata sitting in guard here, content to control.
Kwata throws a strike but Mohammad rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Mohammad throws a big elbow that misses.
Mohammad has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Fogwell's Gym. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Mohammad content to stall in guard here. #T3#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Kwata is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Mohammad avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Kwata throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Mohammad works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Kwata engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Kwata trying to control but Mohammad is working from the bottom.
Kwata will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Kwata pushing down on Mohammad's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Mohammad is looking to improve his position.
Still in half guard, Kwata seems content to control.
Mohammad trying to control from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kwata controlling the pace.
Kwata scoring with strikes to the body and head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ani Kwata dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2##TD#
Kwata closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Mohammad did well to prevent Kwata getting side control.
Kwata looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Kwata is trying to control. Mohammad wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Kwata is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Mohammad can do to turn this around?
Mohammad is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Mohammad makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Mohammad.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kwata sitting in guard, not really doing much.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.#T1#
Kwata trying to control but Mohammad is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Mohammad tries for a takedown but Kwata sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Kwata tries for a takedown but Mohammad sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Nice takedown defense from Mohammad. No joy for Kwata on that attempt.
Mohammad shoots in for a takedown but Kwata shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Kwata.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ani Kwata. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kwata shoots for a double leg takedown but Mohammad sprawls well. He's pushed Kwata's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Mohammad displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Kwata.
Mohammad shoots in for a takedown but Kwata shows good takedown defense.
Kwata changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Kwata defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Mohammad.#T2#
Mohammad shoots in looking for a takedown. Kwata tries to sprawl out of it but Mohammad keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Kwata manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Kwata enables Mohammad to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Kwata manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Mohammad loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Kwata trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from!
Mohammad distracts Kwata with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Mohammad trying to control but Kwata is working from the bottom.
Kwata manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Mohammad manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kwata looking to sit in guard and control but Mohammad gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Ani Kwata overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Mohammad chips away with some ground and pound.#T3#
Kwata wants to sweep here but Mohammad controlling him for the moment.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Mohammad's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Mohammad is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Kwata keeping moving, preventing Mohammad from controlling successfully.
Mohammad throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Kwata works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Kwata looking to hit a scissor sweep but Mohammad is one step ahead there. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Mohammad postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Mohammad working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Kwata's head.#ROC2#Kwata is rocked!
Mohammad lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Oh Kwata is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Mohammad postures up from his opponent's guard, before exploding into some vicious ground and pound! Kwata covers up, he's hurt! Mohammad keeps throwing the strikes, glancing at the referee... Will he stop it?? One more big shot from Mohammad and the ref steps in to end the fight! Mohammad can't hide his delight as he celebrates with his corner.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:30 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Abbas Mohammad!
Abbas Mohammad decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
TR03: New Year, New Thief
Date: Dec 29, 2021 |
#R1#
Earp lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Earp misses with a body shot.
#TD2#
Kwata shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Kwata thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Kwata is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Kwata lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Kwata missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kwata throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Kwata is nestled in close to Earp, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Earp knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Kwata on the ground.
Kwata is looking to advance position but Earp won't allow it.
Kwata throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #T1#
Earp blocking the ground and pound attempt from Kwata.
Kwata thows a huge punch but Earp dodges it nicely.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Kwata in particular looking to stall.
Kwata thows a huge punch but Earp dodges it nicely.
Kwata slows the pace down in half guard.
Kwata throwing shots but Earp is blocking nicely.
Kwata not doing much here.
#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Kwata takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Ground and pound from Kwata.
Earp avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Kwata.
Kwata working the head and body with strikes.
Kwata has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Earp avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Kwata.
Kwata controlling the action here.
Earp tries to get to full guard but Kwata has control of the leg.
Kwata not landing any meaningful shots this time. #T3#
Earp is looking to improve his position.
Kwata not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Kwata winds up and cracks Earp with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Kwata is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Earp!
Kwata scoring with strikes but Earp is staying in there.
Kwata lands a big shot there that rocks Earp but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Kwata dominating with strikes here.
Kwata scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Earp?
#CUT2#It looks like Wyatt Earp has been cut.
Kwata fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
#T4#
Earp is bucking up trying to escape but Kwata cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
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!
Kwata landing strikes from the mount.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Kwata is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Earp can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Earp is in a horrible position here. Kwata smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
#CUT2#Wyatt Earp's cut is getting worse.
Kwata scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Earp?
Kwata lands a heavy elbow.
Earp in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Earp takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
Earp is in a horrible position here. Kwata smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
Kwata controlling from the full mount.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ani Kwata dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Wyatt Earp'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.#R2#
Kwata takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Kwata attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Earp leaves Kwata with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Kwata keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Earp.
Kwata gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Earp misses with a straight left.
Kwata is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Earp misses with a hook.
Kwata drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Earp defends it well.
The fighters circling - Earp throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Wyatt Earp seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Earp tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kwata was well out of range. Poor timing from Earp.
Kwata tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Earp checks the leg kick.
Kwata uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Earp.#TD2#
Earp gets caught flat footed, as Kwata shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.#T1#
Kwata in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Kwata loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Kwata keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Earp's head.
Kwata connects with a couple of short punches.
Kwata trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Kwata lands a couple of digs.
Kwata throwing strikes from guard but Earp blocks nicely.
Kwata pushing down on Earp's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Kwata is nestled in close to Earp, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Kwata thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Earp's head.
Kwata has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T2#
Kwata takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Kwata is continuing to stall.
Kwata sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Earp defending well though.
Kwata is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Kwata lands strikes from half guard.
Earp is not content to let Kwata control the position.
Kwata landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Earp on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Earp tries to get out of the position.
Kwata missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #T3#
Kwata scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Kwata throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Kwata lands with a punch from half guard.
Kwata scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Earp is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Kwata scores with a couple of nice shots.
Kwata winds up and cracks Earp with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Kwata thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Kwata in particular looking to stall.
Kwata thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Kwata lands strikes from half guard.#T4#
Earp is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Kwata scores with a couple of nice shots.
Kwata missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Kwata connects with a nice short shot to Earp's temple.
Kwata working the head and body with strikes. #CUT2#Wyatt Earp's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Kwata scoring with strikes to the body and head. #CUT2#Jeez, Wyatt Earp's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Wyatt Earp's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:50 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Ani Kwata! |
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