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Event:
TR84: Labor Day Bonanza
Date: Sep 03, 2022 |
#R1##TD# Mohammad shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Mohammad showed some decent athleticism there. Mohammad scoring with strikes to the body and head. The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Mohammad lands a nice short elbow. Mohammad thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. Mohammad has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage. Mohammad missing with the ground and pound from half guard. The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Mohammad lands a nice short elbow. Pirhonen has hold of Mohammad's hands but Mohammad slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Mohammad scores with a couple of good hammerfists. Mohammad throwing shots but Pirhonen is blocking nicely. Mohammad lands with a punch from half guard. Mohammad performing his best blanket impression for a moment. Ground and pound from Mohammad. #T1# Mohammad sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Pirhonen defending well though. Nice strikes from Mohammad there. Pirhonen has hold of Mohammad's hands but Mohammad slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow. Mohammad stalling. We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Pirhonen can do anything to dispel that myth. Mohammad looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Pirhonen with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. Mohammad looks to score some points with some ground and pound. Mohammad winds up and cracks Pirhonen with a swinging punch to the side of the head. Mohammad lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. Mohammad takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position. Pirhonen really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Mohammad. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#T2# Pirhonen is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Mohammad scores with a couple of nice shots. Mohammad seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. Mohammad working over Pirhonen with some ground and pound. Pirhonen looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable. Mohammad scoring with strikes to the body and head. The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Mohammad lands a nice short elbow. Mohammad not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. Mohammad landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. 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! Mohammad lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. Ground and pound from Mohammad. Mohammad is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #ROC#Pirhonen is rocked! Pirhonen looks winded! Mohammad lands a big elbow - Pirhonen is out of it! He's waving his arms around but his eyes are closed and he's not intelligently defending himself - the ref has no choice but to jump in and stop the fight! This one is in the books! A TKO win for Mohammad!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Aahil Mohammad! |
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Event:
VFC 97 Dingo vs Sergius
Date: Jul 14, 2022 |
#R1##TD# Mohammad is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Barbosa's half guard. Barbosa looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Barbosa desperately trying to maintain half guard. #SUB2# Barbosa looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Mohammad pushes past his half guard into mount! Barbosa keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Mohammad thowing shots but they're missing. Barbosa tries to get back to half guard but can't. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Mohammad misses with a series of strikes from mount. He'll no doubt be working on his ground and pound when he gets back to the gym.
Mohammad lands a heavy elbow. Mohammad trying to control but he's not successful this time. A nice elbow there by Mohammad.#T1# Mohammad has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Barbosa's face.
Mohammad thowing strikes but they're hitting the gloves, not doing any damage. Barbosa is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Mohammad cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Mohammad with good strikes from the mount here!#ROC#Barbosa is rocked! Barbosa tries to get back to half guard but can't. Barbosa is still in real trouble! Can Mohammad finish him? Barbosa seems to have recovered his senses. Barbosa is in a horrible position here. Mohammad smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
Barbosa takes a big shot to the dome and his eyes have rolled back in his head! Mohammad's killer instinct has kicked in as he finishes the fight with more strikes. Impressive finish.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Aahil Mohammad! |
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Event:
VFC 92 New World
Date: Jun 27, 2022 |
#R1# Mohammad gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily and Narloch counters with a nice uppercut. Mohammad definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight. Narloch scores with the left hand. Mohammad knows he should have avoided that one. Mohammad shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Narloch as he jumps to the side. Narloch's coach down at Soul Supremacy Rio was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Narloch's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight. Mohammad shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Aahil Mohammad. That's going to take a lot out of him. Narloch batters Mohammad with a massive right followed by a huge left! Mohammad is out on his feet looking like a zombie as Narloch lands a final crushing right hand to drop Mohammad to the mat with a gruesome thud! Narloch is running around like a mad man after that fight and for good reason!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Leandro Narloch! |
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Event:
The Island Season 13, 185 lbs, Round 2
Date: Jun 24, 2022 |
#R1##TD# Mohammad shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Schwarzschild napping and manages to drive through into side control! Schwarzschild on the wrong end of some ground and pound. Schwarzschild felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it. The ground and pound from Mohammad seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent. Mohammad lands a few punches from side control. Schwarzschild regains half guard, as Mohammad was trying to land strikes. Mohammad thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Schwarzschild's head. Mohammad thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Schwarzschild's head. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Mohammad is nestled in close to Schwarzschild, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure. Mohammad is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. Mohammad sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Schwarzschild defending well though. Mohammad is trying to control. Schwarzschild wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. Mohammad not doing much here.
#T1# Schwarzschild keeps control of the position for the meantime. Mohammad is looking to advance position but Schwarzschild won't allow it. Mohammad trying to control from half guard but Schwarzschild is working away. Schwarzschild is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Mohammad scores with a couple of nice shots. Schwarzschild has hold of Mohammad's hands but Mohammad slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow. Mohammad 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. Mohammad throwing shots but Schwarzschild is blocking nicely. #T2# Mohammad not doing much here.
Mohammad thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Schwarzschild's head. Schwarzschild wants to get back to full guard but Mohammad has passed into side control. Mohammad scores with a couple of short elbows. Mohammad has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage. Mohammad creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Schwarzschild sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike. Schwarzschild avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Mohammad. Schwarzschild is trying to get back to half guard. Sloppy strikes there by Mohammad.#T3# Mohammad throwing strikes but Schwarzschild manages to buck up and roll into a nice reversal - now he's on top in side control! Schwarzschild trying to control the action but Mohammad is working from the bottom. Mohammad is looking for a sweep. Schwarzschild tries to advance to mount but Mohammad denies him. Schwarzschild trying to control the action but Mohammad is working from the bottom. You can see the frustration on Mohammad's face, being in this tough position on the bottom. Schwarzschild wants to lay and pray for a moment but Mohammad keeps working. #T4# Mohammad is looking for a sweep. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Mohammad is trying to control Schwarzschild's posture but Schwarzschild avoids it. Mohammad tries to bench press Schwarzschild off him but Schwarzschild keeps the position. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Mohammad is not content to let Schwarzschild control the position. It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Aahil Mohammad dominated that round. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2# Mohammad doesn't succeed with the takedown The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily. and Schwarzschild cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Schwarzschild lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Schwarzschild throws a head kick but Mohammad moves out of range.
And Mohammad counters with a quick kick to the body but Schwarzschild blocks it. Schwarzschild connects with a solid leg kick. Mohammad on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Schwarzschild. Schwarzschild obviously looking to wear him down.
#TD# Schwarzschild gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Mohammad to score an easy takedown into full guard. Schwarzschild keeping moving, preventing Mohammad from controlling successfully. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Mohammad is really struggling to control Schwarzschild but he's trying to hold on to the position. Mohammad stopping the sweep attempt from Schwarzschild.#T1# Schwarzschild is trying to control the position but Mohammad postures up. Mohammad throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Schwarzschild works some decent striking defense from the bottom. Mohammad is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Schwarzschild can do to turn this around? Mohammad with a flurry of punches that miss. Mohammad in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. Mohammad throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Schwarzschild works some decent striking defense from the bottom. Mohammad sitting in guard, not really doing much. Mohammad loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. Mohammad throws a big right hand that misses. Schwarzschild working a defensive guard here.
#REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD# Mohammad dives in and scores a takedown into Schwarzschild's guard.#T2# Schwarzschild keeping moving, preventing Mohammad from controlling successfully. Mohammad landing some decent shots from guard. Mohammad looking to pass the guard. A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Mohammad accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. Mohammad is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control. Schwarzschild looking to control.
Mohammad wants to control from the top but Schwarzschild keeps moving. Mohammad passes Schwarzschild's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #T3# Schwarzschild is controlling Mohammad's position as best he can from this difficult position. Mohammad not landing any meaningful shots this time. Schwarzschild is looking to improve his position.
Mohammad trying to control the action but Schwarzschild is working from the bottom. Schwarzschild blocking the ground and pound attempt from Mohammad. Mohammad not landing any meaningful shots this time. Schwarzschild tries to roll over but Mohammad keeps him under control. Mohammad seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #T4# The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena. Schwarzschild is pressing down on Mohammad's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it. Mohammad looking to pass the guard. Schwarzschild keeping moving, preventing Mohammad from controlling successfully. Mohammad throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. Mohammad scores with a decent looking elbow strike. Mohammad is fighting to break Schwarzschild's control of his arms but Schwarzschild is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment. Aahil Mohammad overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Mohammad loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Schwarzschild keeping moving, preventing Mohammad from controlling successfully. Mohammad throws a big right hand that misses. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Aahil Mohammad dominated that second round. That's time! Mohammad's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. And we move into the final round!#R3# Mohammad with a lazy takedown attempt and Schwarzschild counters with a straight right hand. Mohammad shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Schwarzschild pinned against the cage. Schwarzschild gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. Schwarzschild keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Aahil Mohammad. That's going to take a lot out of him. Mohammad with a lazy takedown attempt #KD2# and Schwarzschild counters with a crisp one two that drops Mohammad! Schwarzschild thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Mohammad to his feet! Mohammad is in big trouble!#ROC2#Mohammad is rocked! Mohammad with a poor takedown and Schwarzschild counters with a lovely shot to the body. Oh Mohammad is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!! Schwarzschild measures up his opponent and throws a superman punch that connects to the jaw! Down goes Mohammad! The ref steps in, and that's the ball game folks!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:35 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Superman Punch). Karl Schwarzschild! Karl Schwarzschild 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:
The Island Season 13, 185 lbs, Round 1
Date: Jun 23, 2022 |
#R1##TD# Mohammad closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Welch to the mat! Welch manages to get full guard. Welch 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. Mohammad is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Welch can do anything to dispel that myth. Welch looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights. Mohammad with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal. Mohammad controls from within his opponent's guard. Mohammad won't allow Welch to sweep him here. Mohammad stands and throws Welch's legs to the side, diving into side control. Welch seems a little lost for a moment, as Mohammad dominates the positioning. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Mohammad landing with strikes to the head and body from side control. Mohammad scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Welch to see if he's OK. Mohammad has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage. Mohammad content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though. Welch struggling a bit here.#T1# Welch is looking to reverse the position. Mohammad looks up at the clock and then as Welch takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Mohammad smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Mohammad in side control lands a decent elbow. Mohammad working away. Mohammad connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Welch some visible discomfort.
Welch is not in a great position here, taking some shots. #ROC#Welch is rocked! Mohammad lands a few punches from side control. Welch is still in real trouble! Can Mohammad finish him? Mohammad lands a strong strike to the head of Welch. That's dazed him! Mohammad looking to finish here. Welch is waving his arms around trying to block but he's hurt badly - Mohammad lands more strikes and the referee steps in to end the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Aahil Mohammad! |
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Event:
VFC 88 Bar vs Souza
Date: Jun 13, 2022 |
#R1##TD# Mohammad drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Polo on the wrong end of some ground and pound. Mohammad has knee on belly and moves into mount. Mohammad definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight. Polo really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Mohammad. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out. Mohammad looking to control and managing it successfully. Mohammad unloads with some shots from mount but Polo bucks and avoids them well.
Polo looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights. Mohammad tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Polo can do anything to dispel that myth. Mohammad trying to control but he's not successful this time. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Mohammad misses with a series of strikes from mount. He'll no doubt be working on his ground and pound when he gets back to the gym.
Polo holding onto his opponent's waist for dear life, as Mohammad tries to land some strikes to get him to release his grip.
#T1# Mohammad landing strikes from the mount and Polo is in trouble! Mohammad has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Polo's face.
Mohammad looking to ground and pound but Polo is blocking nicely. Mohammad lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
#CUT#It looks like Kimo Polo has been cut. Mohammad with shots to the head and body - Polo looks very uncomfortable down there. #ROC#Polo is rocked! A big strike lands for Mohammad! That's really hurt Polo and he's turned his back - Mohammad keeps firing away and the ref dives in to stop the fight! Mohammad jumps to his feet to celebrate the victory!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Aahil Mohammad! Kimo Polo spoke after the fight, saying 'Ohh that bitch can eat a bag of baby dicks. No way he is fighting clean. He couldn't be me in his dreams. '. |
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Event:
VFC 80 Hall vs Brown
Date: May 20, 2022 |
#R1# Mohammad dives in and grabs Uska's left leg, looking for a takedown. Uska pushes down on Mohammad's head and hops out.#TD# Mohammad fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Uska to the ground. Mohammad is now in Uska's guard.#SUB2# Uska looking for a guillotine here but Mohammad defends easily.
#SUB2# Uska throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB2# Uska is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Mohammad defends well. Mohammad wants to control from the top but Uska keeps moving. Mohammad definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Mohammad stopping the sweep attempt from Uska. Mohammad wants to control from the top but Uska keeps moving. #SUB2# Mohammad got a little sloppy there for a moment and Uska has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Mohammad has managed to get both his arms back between Uska's legs - danger averted.#T1# Mohammad showing good wrestling skills to control the position. Mohammad working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. Mohammad connects with a couple of short punches. Mohammad landing with the ground and pound. Mohammad in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #SUB2# Uska looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Mohammad is working Uska over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Mohammad postures up and lands a big shot to Uska's brow. Mohammad cracks Uska with a solid left hand. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Mohammad lands a couple of elbows. Mohammad working some strikes from top position. Uska looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T2# Mohammad trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Mohammad has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player. Uska manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Mohammad manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB# Mohammad tries to land a sweep but no joy. Mohammad pulls Uska in close to his closed guard and prevents Uska from doing any damage or advancing position. Uska trying to control the position from guard on top but Mohammad is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Uska pushing down on Mohammad's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. Mohammad keeping control of the position. Uska trying to control from half guard but Mohammad is working away. Uska prevents Mohammad from improving his position.#T3# Mohammad is refusing to be controlled, as Uska sits in half guard. Uska looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. Mohammad is trying to maintain the position but Uska is very close to passing his half guard. Mohammad is staying active underneath Uska, who seems content to just control the action from this position. Uska is thwarting Mohammad's attempts to control the position. Mohammad regains full guard. Nicely done. Mohammad looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. Uska controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T4# The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so. Let's hope that Uska has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight. The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work. Uska preventing the sweep. Uska throws a big elbow that misses. Mohammad bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Uska's guard. #REVR# Mohammad distracts Uska with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm. Mohammad working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #SUB2# Uska working for a triangle but Mohammad defends it easily.
Uska keeping moving, preventing Mohammad from controlling successfully. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2# Uska looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
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Aahil Mohammad dominated that round. 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# A looping hook to the body misses from Uska. Mohammad does a little dance to reset his feet. Uska swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Mohammad shoots in for a double leg but Uska sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy. Uska displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Mohammad. Mohammad closes this distance looking for a takedown but Uska circles away. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Aahil Mohammad. That's going to take a lot out of him. Mohammad shoots in and drives through. Uska sprawls well. Mohammad dives in for a single leg takedown but Uska sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage. Mohammad has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Uska after a bit of a struggle. #TD# Mohammad gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. #SUB2# Uska is looking for a triangle but Mohammad pushes his legs off easily.
Uska manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Mohammad manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB# Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground! Uska with a flurry of punches that miss. Mohammad wants to sweep here but Uska controlling him for the moment. Uska trying to control but Mohammad is working from the bottom. #T1# Uska wants to pass the guard but Mohammad is keeping the position. Mohammad utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. Uska won't allow Mohammad to sweep him here. Mohammad is working hard here to advance position. Mohammad working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Uska. Mohammad keeping moving, preventing Uska from controlling successfully. #SUB2# Uska is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. Uska trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Aahil Mohammad overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T2# My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer. Mohammad pulls Uska in to control the position. #SUB2# Uska drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Uska jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. Uska passes into half guard. Mohammad is trying to get back to full guard. Uska is thwarting Mohammad's attempts to control the position. Uska is looking to take a break and control but Mohammad is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. Uska looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #T3# Mohammad has his hands clasped together around Uska's back. He's all about the action. Mohammad wants to get back to full guard. Uska throws a strike but Mohammad avoids it easily and moves to full guard. Uska trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Mohammad seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. Mohammad looking to sweep here. No luck so far. Uska trying to control but Mohammad is working from the bottom. A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Mohammad holds on and takes a little breather. #REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet. Uska throws a half hearted mid kick. Mohammad was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit. Uska throws a right and a left that both miss. Sloppy strikes from Uska. Those never looked like landing. #T4# No luck with that takedown attempt from Mohammad. Ryu Uska is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Sloppy strikes from Uska. Those never looked like landing. Mohammad fails miserably with a takedown attempt. Mohammad will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts. A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Mohammad. Mohammad changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Uska tries to avoid it but Mohammad manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Uska to the ground. Uska escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. A punch combination from Uska misses. #TD# Mohammad drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard. 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! Mohammad throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. Mohammad throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2# Uska escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Mohammad gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. Uska is trying to control the position but Mohammad postures up. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ryu Uska showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R3# Uska throws a jab but it's blocked by Mohammad. Mohammad shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Uska but Uska pushes him off and we're back to square one. Uska swinging wildly here.
Ryu Uska is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Uska throws a nice looking combination but Mohammad bobs and weaves to avoid any damage. A telegraphed takedown attempt from Mohammad is defended easily by Uska. Uska throws a body shot but no joy. Uska misses with a wild body shot. Uska throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Mohammad. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Uska goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. Uska has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Mohammad is landing a low percentage of strikes. Uska misses with a wild combination.
#TD# Mohammad shoots in and bounces Uska off the cage to secure the takedown into guard. Uska wants to sweep here but Mohammad controlling him for the moment. #T1# Uska has momentary wrist control but Mohammad slips an elbow through the middle. Mohammad looking to pass the guard. #SUB2# Uska throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Uska keeping moving, preventing Mohammad from controlling successfully. Uska lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB# Mohammad wants to sweep here but Uska controlling him for the moment. Mohammad keeping full guard, as Uska tries to pass. #T2# Mohammad pulls Uska in to control the position. Uska wants to control from the top but Mohammad keeps moving. Uska looking to pass the guard. Mohammad controlling Uska's posture. Mohammad looking for a sweep. Not yet Mohammad, not yet. #T3# Uska passes easily into side control. Nice work. Uska tries to move to mount but Mohammad blocks the move with his legs. Mohammad regains half guard. Mohammad wants to control but Uska is keeping busy.
Mohammad keeping hold of Uska's head, controlling as best he can. Mohammad blocking the ground and pound attempt from Uska. Uska wants to take a breather but Mohammad is having none of it. Mohammad tries to get to full guard but Uska has control of the leg. #T4##SUB2# Uska is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Mohammad has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Uska is working away from the top position though. Mohammad is concentrating on defense, preventing Uska from advancing position. Mohammad has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Uska is working away from the top position though. Uska trying to control from half guard but Mohammad is working away. #REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Uska misses with a head kick.
#TD# Mohammad closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Uska quickly recovers to half guard. Uska wants to control but Mohammad is keeping busy and won't allow it. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ryu Uska really dominated that round. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R4# Mohammad darts in looking for a takedown but Uska gets double underhooks and turns Mohammad into the cage. #TD# Mohammad has clasped his hands together around Uska's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done. Uska is looking for a sweep. Mohammad throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage. Mohammad lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face. Uska is not content to let Mohammad control the position. Mohammad working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Uska keeps Mohammad under control for a moment. Uska gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. Uska is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T1# Uska moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard. Mohammad throws a big right hand that misses. Mohammad content to stall in guard here. #SUB2# Mohammad got a little sloppy there for a moment and Uska has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Mohammad has managed to get both his arms back between Uska's legs - danger averted. Mohammad landing some decent shots from guard. Uska avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. Mohammad slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. Uska looking to hit a scissor sweep but Mohammad is one step ahead there. #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. Uska is persisting with the attempt to improve his position. Mohammad working some strikes from top position. Mohammad is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. Mohammad looking to pass the guard. Mohammad lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard. Uska working a defensive guard here.
Mohammad chips away with some ground and pound.#SUB2# Uska is looking for a triangle but Mohammad pushes his legs off easily.
Uska tries to land a sweep but no joy. Uska is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.#T3# Uska can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Mohammad controls the pace. Mohammad trying to control but Uska is working from the bottom. Mohammad makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard. Uska 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. Uska keeping moving, preventing Mohammad from controlling successfully. #SUB2# Uska looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Mohammad connects with a couple of short punches. Mohammad lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#T4# Uska keeping moving, preventing Mohammad from controlling successfully. #SUB2# Mohammad avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Mohammad landing some decent shots from guard. Mohammad's corner is telling him to maintain position. Mohammad stopping the sweep attempt from Uska. A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Mohammad accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. Mohammad makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Mohammad landing some decent shots from guard. There's a bit of a scramble here and now Uska is on top in guard.
#REVB# Mohammad looking to sweep here. No luck so far. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Aahil Mohammad had his way with Ryu Uska in that round. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R5# Uska misses with a few strikes there.
Uska stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Uska wants it to stay on the feet. Uska throws a shot to the body.
Mohammad shoots in for a double leg but Uska sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy. Uska now looks to counter with a shot at the body. Mohammad shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Uska sprawls well. Uska wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Mohammad gets slowly back to his feet. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Aahil Mohammad. That's going to take a lot out of him. Uska throws a head kick but Mohammad moves out of range.
Mohammad is looking to counter with head kicks. Uska fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Mohammad is out of range. #TD# Uska gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Mohammad to score an easy takedown into full guard. Uska wants to sweep here but Mohammad controlling him for the moment. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Mohammad postures up and lands a big shot to Uska's brow. Uska is trying to control the position but Mohammad postures up. #T1# Mohammad throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Uska works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #SUB2# Uska looking for a guillotine here but Mohammad defends easily.
Uska is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell? Mohammad controlling from the top position. Mohammad passes easily into side control. Nice work. Mohammad controlling from side mount. Check out the look on Mohammad's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
#T2# Uska sneaks back into half guard. Uska works his way to full guard. Good work. Mohammad engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. Uska wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB2# Uska is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Mohammad is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2# Uska working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Mohammad has passed into half guard!
Mohammad slows the pace down in half guard. Uska has hold of Mohammad's hands but Mohammad slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#T3# Mohammad drops an elbow to the side of Uska's head. Mohammad working over Uska with some ground and pound. Uska looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable. Mohammad is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen. Uska works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB2# Uska is looking for a triangle but Mohammad pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB2# Uska escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Mohammad gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. Mohammad is in close to Uska's body, working some short punches and elbows.#T4# Uska being controlled here, momentarily. Mohammad lands a couple of digs. Mohammad scoring with some ground and pound. Mohammad content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. Mohammad keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Uska's head. Mohammad lands a couple of digs. Mohammad is in close to Uska's body, working some short punches and elbows. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Mohammad working some strikes from top position. Uska 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. Mohammad stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Uska swivels though and keeps the full guard.
And that's the end of the fight! Aahil Mohammad showed his dominance in that final round. I think Mohammad has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Dirk Anderson scores the fight 48:47 Judge Bart Greer scores the fight 48:47 Judge Peter Branson scores the fight 48:47
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Aahil Mohammad! |
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Event:
VFC 70 Thibs vs Dinklage
Date: Apr 22, 2022 |
#R1##TD# Day gets caught napping as Mohammad dives in and scores a takedown. Day manages to retain guard. Mohammad is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. Mohammad definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight. Mohammad is looking to work some ground and pound but Day has wrist control. Day bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Mohammad's guard. #REVB# Mohammad pulls Day in close to prevent any damage. Mohammad 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. Mohammad keeping moving, preventing Day from controlling successfully. Mohammad controlling Day's posture. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Mohammad keeping full guard, as Day tries to pass. #T1# Mohammad managing to control the position. Mohammad continues to stall. Day looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights. Mohammad is looking to sweep but instead, Day has passed into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Mohammad keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount. #T2# A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace. Day performing his best blanket impression for a moment. Day wants to lay and pray for a moment but Mohammad keeps working. Mohammad keeping hold of Day's head, controlling as best he can. The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.#REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity. Day tries to clinch there but Mohammad circles away.
Mohammad has his takedown stuffed and Day counters with a big head kick but Mohammad shrugs it off. Aahil Mohammad seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Mohammad takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.#T3# Mohammad throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Day's waist but Day gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Mohammad off to one side. Mohammad dives in for a single leg takedown but Day sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Aahil Mohammad. That's going to take a lot out of him. Mohammad is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Day is defending well. Mohammad has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Day avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch. Mohammad drops down looking for an ankle pick but Day pulls his leg out and moves away.
Day throws a nice outside leg kick. Mohammad walks forward, straight into a front kick from Day. Day lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.#TD# Mohammad shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Day napping and manages to drive through into side control! Mohammad throwing strikes but missing, from side control. Mohammad working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter. Mohammad sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Day is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Day tries to bench press Mohammad off him but Mohammad keeps the position. Mohammad throwing strikes but Day manages to buck up and roll into a nice reversal - now he's on top in side control! #T4# Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. You can see the frustration on Mohammad's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SU2# Day decides to take the fight back to the feet. Day throws a head kick that misses. Day throws a body kick that digs right into the meat. Day turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick. Both fighters circling a little - Day finishes the exchange with a kick to the body. Mohammad has his takedown stuffed and Day counters with an inside leg kick. A telegraphed takedown attempt from Mohammad is defended easily by Day. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Leg Day dominated that round. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2# Mohammad takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Mohammad with a lazy takedown attempt and Day counters with an outside leg kick.
Day tries to clinch up. Mohammad tries for a takedown but Day sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily. Mohammad fails with the takedown. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Aahil Mohammad. That's going to take a lot out of him. Day throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena. Day pulls out of a head kick attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Mohammad shoots for a takedown but Day saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily. Day thows a body kick. Mohammad tries to catch it but that hurt him. Nice takedown defense from Day. No joy for Mohammad on that attempt. A low kick lands for Day.
Mohammad looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Day is fending him off so far but Mohammad persists. Nope, Day circles away and we're back to standing. Mohammad closes this distance looking for a takedown but Day circles away. Leg Day seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T1##CL2# Day gets in close and instigates a clinch. Day landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here. Day unloads a knee to the mid-section. Day utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body. Day lands a nice knee to the body. Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Day obliges. Mohammad takes a knee to the side of the body. Day has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Day putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Mohammad in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body. Day unloads a knee to the mid-section. Mohammad lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh. Day has Mohammad pressed against the cage.
Mohammad avoiding damage as Day throws knees to the body.
Day connects with a knee to the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Mohammad takes a knee to the side of the body. Day utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body. Mohammad on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
#T2# Mohammad drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Day stops a takedown attempt from Mohammad.
Day unloads a knee to the mid-section. Mohammad lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh. Day working Mohammad over with knees to the body. Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Day obliges. Day lands a knee to the body.
Day utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body. Day utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body. Day unloads a knee to the mid-section. Mohammad lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh. Day landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Knees in the clinch landing for Day.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Day takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life. Day is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.#T3# Day using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
A knee to the head by Day.
Day utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body. Mohammad is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though. Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Day obliges. Day pressing his opponent against the cage. Day scores a nice knee to the body.
#BC2# Day manages to break the clinch.
Day throws a mid kick that lands with a slap. Day throws a front kick that sends Mohammad stumbling back into the cage. Mohammad will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body. Nice body kick there by Day.#CL2# The fight moves into the clinch position. This has been an exciting period of action! Day unloads a knee to the mid-section.#T4# Day landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Day tries to land knees in the clinch but Mohammad avoids the damage to the body. #BC2# Day breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Day scores with a kick to the midsection. Day explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work. Day thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Mohammad if he has to take too many more of those.
Day scores with a head kick. Mohammad tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time. Mohammad takes a kick to the body and keeps moving. A slapping body kick lands there for Day. Day throws a head kick that half lands.
Day throws a nice head kick!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Day fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Mohammad has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage. Day moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Mohammad tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Leg Day showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. That's time! Back to the action!#R3# Mohammad shoots for a double leg takedown but Day sprawls well. He's pushed Mohammad's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. Mohammad with a poor takedown and Day counters with a flying knee. Nice. Mohammad is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight. Mohammad misses with a takedown and Day counters with a nice body kick. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Aahil Mohammad. That's going to take a lot out of him. Whack! Day lands a heavy head kick that drops Mohammad. The ref tackles Day to stop the fight - a great save by the referee because Mohammad was done.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:22 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Head Kick). Leg Day! Leg Day is the new middleweight champion! During a confident post fight interview, Leg Day thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
VFC 63 Dye vs Parker
Date: Apr 09, 2022 |
#R1# Mohammad throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Usamov's waist but Usamov gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Mohammad off to one side. #TD2# Mohammad feints and as Usamov raises his hands in defense, Mohammad changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard. Mohammad landing with the ground and pound. Mohammad lands a couple of elbows. Mohammad throws a big right hand that misses. Usamov wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. Mohammad chips away with some ground and pound. Usamov has control of Mohammad's left arm, preventing Mohammad from doing any damage. Mohammad in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Usamov 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# Usamov wants to stand up but Mohammad has a hold of him and won't allow it. #T1# Usamov prevents Mohammad from improving his position. Mohammad is holding on to half guard well. Mohammad tries to get to full guard but Usamov has control of the leg. Usamov tries to stand but can't do so whilst Mohammad controls his leg. Mohammad looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights. Mohammad moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard. Mohammad looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. Usamov wants to stand and escape but instead Mohammad has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVB# Usamov on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Usamov tries to get out of the position. Mohammad wants to control from the top but Usamov keeps moving. #T2# Mohammad is in close to Usamov's body, working some short punches and elbows. Usamov has Mohammad pulled in close to control his posture. Mohammad is in close to Usamov's body, working some short punches and elbows. Usamov 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. Mohammad controls the pace of the fight for a moment. Mohammad is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. Usamov preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Mohammad wants to pass the guard but Usamov is keeping the position. Usamov tries to land a sweep but no joy. Usamov trying to keep a closed guard but Mohammad is proving a slippery customer.
Usamov has his hands on Mohammad's head, controlling the position. #T3# Mohammad working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. Mohammad keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Usamov's head. Mohammad chips away with some ground and pound. Mohammad not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. It looks like Mohammad might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it. Mohammad wants to control from the top but Usamov keeps moving. #REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet. Nice straight punches there by Usamov. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Usamov. Mohammad tries for a takedown but Usamov circles away easily and Usamov counters with a straight punch to the midsection.#T4# Mohammad misses with a takedown attempt - Usamov sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses. Baysangur Usamov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Aahil Mohammad. Usamov cracks Mohammad with a good jab.#TD2# Usamov gets caught napping as Mohammad dives in and scores a takedown. Usamov manages to retain guard. Usamov not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Mohammad postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head. Usamov preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. Mohammad postures up.
Mohammad is looking to work some ground and pound but Usamov has wrist control. Mohammad connects with a couple of short punches. Mohammad wants to control from the top but Usamov keeps moving. Usamov definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Mohammad stopping the sweep attempt from Usamov. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Aahil Mohammad dominated that round. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2# Usamov defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Mohammad. Mohammad takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness. Mohammad shoots in and drives through. Usamov sprawls well.#TD2# Mohammad shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Usamov's guard. Mohammad works over Usamov with some ground and pound from guard. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Mohammad wants to control from the top but Usamov keeps moving. Mohammad content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. Mohammad throwing strikes from guard but Usamov blocks nicely. Usamov working a defensive guard here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Mohammad trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. Usamov keeping moving, preventing Mohammad from controlling successfully. Usamov managing to control the position. #T1# Mohammad controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet. Usamov lands a nice looking body shot.
Mohammad shoots in for a takedown but Usamov shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet. Baysangur Usamov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Aahil Mohammad. Usamov lands with a good body shot. Mohammad shoots for a double leg takedown but Usamov sprawls well. He's pushed Mohammad's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. Usamov went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected. Mohammad shoots in but Usamov avoids the takedown attempt easily. Usamov jabs Mohammad to the body, keeping him at a distance. Mohammad shoots in for a takedown but Usamov shows good takedown defense. Usamov dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Mohammad takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#T2# Usamov stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Usamov wants it to stay on the feet.#TD2# Mohammad gets the takedown into side control. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Mohammad misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Mohammad fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Usamov avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Mohammad. Usamov is trying to work for a sweep but Mohammad has mounted him! Mohammad content just to control the position here. Usamov can't escape the position.
Usamov tries to hold on but Mohammad pushes him away. Usamov taking shots to the head. Mohammad raining down shots from the mount! BOOM! Mohammad connects with a massive shot to the dome!
#T3# Mohammad trying to control but Usamov is having none of it. Mohammad landing strikes from the mount and Usamov is in trouble! Mohammad scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Usamov?
#ROC2#Usamov is rocked! Usamov tries to get back to half guard but can't. Oh Usamov is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!! Mohammad looking to control and managing it successfully. Mohammad scoring with strikes but Usamov is staying in there. Mohammad has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Usamov wants to hold on but Mohammad pushes him away. Usamov seems to have got his legs back now. Mohammad dominating with strikes here. Usamov tries to reverse the position but Mohammad maintains control.#T4# Mohammad lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Mohammad with a couple of short strikes. Mohammad lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning. Mohammad looking to control but Usamov is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. Usamov can't escape the position.
Usamov wants to hold on but Mohammad pushes him away. Mohammad wants to control the pace but Usamov is squirming around nicely. Mohammad postures up and connects with a big shot that has rocked Usamov badly. He's trying desperately to grab hold of Mohammad around the waist but Mohammad pushes him off and unloads with more strikes, forcing the referee to jump in and save him! Mohammad is the winner by TKO! Mohammad jumps onto the cage and shouts into the camera. "We did it momma!"
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Aahil Mohammad! Aahil Mohammad is the new middleweight champion! |
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Event:
VFC 51 Free Fall
Date: Mar 20, 2022 |
#R1# Uska tries to score a power double leg takedown but Mohammad sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Uska somewhat.#TD# Mohammad gets a takedown into half guard. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Uska wants to improve his position but Mohammad is controlling well.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#SUB2# Uska actively working from the bottom here. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Mohammad lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Mohammad in particular looking to stall. Mohammad looks to score some points with some ground and pound.#T1# Mohammad keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action. Mohammad lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. Uska trying to hold on to Mohammad's head to control him but Mohammad postures up.
#SUB2# Uska looking for submissions off his back. Mohammad lands with a punch from half guard. Mohammad knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Uska on the ground. Uska is refusing to be controlled, as Mohammad sits in half guard. Mohammad is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. Uska tries to get to full guard but Mohammad has control of the leg. Uska is refusing to be controlled, as Mohammad sits in half guard. #SUB2# Uska actively working from the bottom here.#T2##SUB2# Uska looking for submissions off his back. The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult. Mohammad takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists. Uska has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Mohammad is working away from the top position though. Uska blocking the ground and pound attempt from Mohammad. Mohammad lands with a punch from half guard. Mohammad landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. Mohammad lands with a punch from half guard. Mohammad is figuring out what he wants to do next. Mohammad slips a nice elbow through Uska's hands, connecting with Uska's forehead. Still in half guard, Mohammad seems content to control.#T3# Mohammad sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Uska defending well though. Uska taking some punishment here, with Mohammad in his half guard. Mohammad looks to score some points with some ground and pound. Mohammad trying to control the action but Uska is working from the bottom. Uska trying to hold on to Mohammad's head to control him but Mohammad postures up.
Mohammad is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. Uska is trying to get back to full guard. Uska won't allow Mohammad to pass to mount. Mohammad working Uska over with strikes. Mohammad controlling the action here. Mohammad definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight. Uska wants to improve his position but Mohammad is controlling well.
#T4# Mohammad scores with a couple of good hammerfists. Mohammad is nestled in close to Uska, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure. Mohammad scores with a couple of good hammerfists. Uska is trying to get back to full guard. Uska wants to control but Mohammad is keeping busy.
#SUB2# Uska looking for submissions from an awkward position here. Mohammad takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Mohammad is nestled in close to Uska, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure. Uska wants to get back to full guard. Uska is staying active underneath Mohammad, who seems content to just control the action from this position. Mohammad lands strikes from half guard. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Aahil Mohammad dominated that round. That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2##TD# Mohammad drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. You can see the frustration on Uska's face, being in this tough position on the bottom. Mohammad lands an elbow. Uska is trying to get back to half guard. Mohammad lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Uska down.
Mohammad is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Uska can do to turn this around? Mohammad is chipping away with strikes.
Uska is trying to improve his position. Uska manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Mohammad tries to pass to full mount but Uska defends it. Mohammad keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action. Mohammad slips a nice elbow through Uska's hands, connecting with Uska's forehead. Uska moves into full guard.
Mohammad has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#T1# Mohammad trying to control but Uska is working from the bottom. Uska utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. Uska working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Mohammad. Mohammad sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Uska's guard. Uska is trying to get back to full guard. Mohammad looks to score some points with some ground and pound. Mohammad is nestled in close to Uska, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure. Mohammad wants to control but Uska is keeping him busy. Aahil Mohammad overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Mohammad tries to pass to full mount but Uska defends it. #SUB2# Uska looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. Uska tries to roll over but Mohammad keeps him under control.#T2# Mohammad takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists. Mohammad is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. Mohammad lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. Mohammad is keen to just control but Uska is a slippery customer. Uska trying to control but Mohammad postures up.
Uska is staying active underneath Mohammad, who seems content to just control the action from this position. Uska is trying to control but can't.
Uska regains full guard. Nicely done. Mohammad postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. Mohammad is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T3##SUB2# Uska has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Mohammad 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 Uska. Mohammad lands a nice forearm strike. Uska sneaks back into half guard. Mohammad is controlling the pace.
Uska has hold of Mohammad's hands but Mohammad slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow. Mohammad lands strikes from half guard. Mohammad looks to score some points with some ground and pound. Mohammad scores with a couple of good hammerfists.#T4# Mohammad scoring with strikes to the body and head. Uska wants to control but Mohammad is keeping busy and won't allow it. Uska moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard. Mohammad slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. Hammerfist, elbow! yells Mohammad's corner. There ya go! There ya go! Mohammad working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. Uska keeping moving, preventing Mohammad from controlling successfully. Uska wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB2# Uska has his foot on Mohammad's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Mohammad works his way back into a safe position though. Mohammad trying to control the position from guard on top but Uska is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Mohammad controls the pace of the fight for a moment. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Aahil Mohammad dominated that second round. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3# Uska throws a head kick that misses. Mohammad avoids the head kick by Uska.
Aahil Mohammad seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Uska swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Mohammad swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect. A head kick misses from Uska. #TD# Mohammad closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Uska quickly recovers to half guard. Mohammad prevents Uska from improving his position. Mohammad scoring with strikes to the body and head. Mohammad content to control rather than advance. Mohammad working over Uska with some ground and pound. Uska looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Mohammad lands a nice short elbow. Mohammad lands with a punch from half guard. Mohammad winds up and cracks Uska with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #ROC#Uska is rocked!#T1# Mohammad lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. Uska is still in real trouble! Can Mohammad finish him? The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Mohammad lands a nice short elbow. Uska takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Mohammad is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. Uska is looking to improve his position.
Mohammad content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. Mohammad slips a nice elbow through Uska's hands, connecting with Uska's forehead. Mohammad is looking to take a break and control but Uska is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. Uska seems to have recovered his senses. Mohammad seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. Uska regains full guard. Nicely done. #T2##SUB2# Uska looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Uska is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent. Uska wants to sweep but no luck. Mohammad stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Uska swivels though and keeps the full guard. Mohammad postures up and lands a big shot to Uska's brow. #SUB2# Mohammad got a little sloppy there for a moment and Uska has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Mohammad has managed to get both his arms back between Uska's legs - danger averted. Mohammad is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control. Mohammad seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Uska for as long as he can get away with.#T3# Mohammad is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. Uska keeping moving, preventing Mohammad from controlling successfully. Mohammad throws a big elbow that misses. Mohammad is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. Mohammad trying to control the position from guard on top but Uska is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Mohammad is in close to Uska's body, working some short punches and elbows. Mohammad lands a couple of digs. Mohammad landing with the ground and pound. #SUB2# Uska working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Mohammad has passed into half guard!
Mohammad 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# Mohammad scores with a couple of good hammerfists. Mohammad perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #SUB2# Uska is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Mohammad pulls his head out easily. Mohammad landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. Mohammad scores with a couple of good hammerfists. Mohammad working Uska over with strikes. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Mohammad wants to control but Uska is keeping him busy. Mohammad takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists. Ryu Uska has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Aahil Mohammad is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach. The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Mohammad lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
And that's the end of the fight! Aahil Mohammad showed his dominance in that final round. Well I reckon that's a shut out for Mohammad, 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 30:27 Judge Dirk Anderson scores the fight 30:27 Judge Bart Greer scores the fight 30:26
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Aahil Mohammad! |
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Event:
VFC 41 Come Get Your Belt
Date: Mar 05, 2022 |
#R1# Christenssen lands a nice looking body shot.
#TD# Christenssen tries to sprawl but Mohammad drives through with a takedown into half guard. The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Mohammad sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Christenssen defending well though. Mohammad scores with a couple of good hammerfists. Mohammad content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. Mohammad not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. Mohammad has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Christenssen trying to hold on to Mohammad's head to control him but Mohammad postures up.
Mohammad missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #T1# Mohammad thows a huge punch but Christenssen dodges it nicely.
Mohammad throwing shots but Christenssen is blocking nicely. Mohammad seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. Mohammad not landing any meaningful shots this time. Mohammad 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. Mohammad missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. Christenssen has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Mohammad is working away from the top position though. 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. Mohammad connects with a nice short shot to Christenssen's temple. Mohammad is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Mohammad throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. Mohammad content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T2# Mohammad has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent. Mohammad is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. Mohammad working Christenssen over with strikes. Mohammad thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. Mohammad passes to full mount! Mohammad with the ground and pound from mount. Mohammad landing strikes from the mount.#ROC#Christenssen is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Clayton Christenssen has been cut. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. A big strike lands for Mohammad! That's really hurt Christenssen and he's turned his back - Mohammad keeps firing away and the ref dives in to stop the fight! Mohammad jumps to his feet to celebrate the victory!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Aahil Mohammad! |
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Event:
VFC 19 Saturday Sacking
Date: Feb 12, 2022 |
#R1# Good exchange - Kennedy coming out on top. Kennedy clobbers Mohammad with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. Mohammad shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Kennedy pinned against the cage. Kennedy gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #TD2# Mohammad looking to score a takedown here. Kennedy is defending well but Mohammad drives through and ends up in Kennedy's guard. Kennedy on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Kennedy tries to get out of the position. Kennedy keeping moving, preventing Mohammad from controlling successfully. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Mohammad 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. Mohammad landing with the ground and pound. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Mohammad throws a strike but Kennedy rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR# A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Kennedy accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #T1# Kennedy throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. Mohammad pulls Kennedy in close to prevent any damage. Mohammad has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan. Kennedy with a flurry of punches that miss. Kennedy won't allow Mohammad to sweep him here. Mohammad pulls Kennedy in close to his closed guard and prevents Kennedy from doing any damage or advancing position. Mohammad looking to sweep here. No luck so far. Kennedy working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. Mohammad controlling Kennedy's posture. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Mohammad utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #T2# Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it. Kennedy trying to control but Mohammad is working from the bottom. Mohammad looking to sweep here. No luck so far. Mohammad is pulling down on Kennedy's head. It's preventing any offense from Kennedy, at least for the moment.#REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. Mohammad is trying hard to land a takedown here. Kennedy sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. It looked like Kennedy wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. Mohammad with a poor takedown and Kennedy counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. Reuben Kennedy has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Aahil Mohammad. Kennedy slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range. Kennedy looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. Mohammad with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Kennedy to score with a decent uppercut. Kennedy bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Mohammad's head. Mohammad misses with a takedown attempt letting Kennedy counter with a right hand. Mohammad looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights. Kennedy throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#T3# Kennedy connects with a good right hand that stumbles Mohammad. Mohammad circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#ROC#Mohammad is rocked! Kennedy lands hard precision jab right on the jaw that stiffens Mohammad up and sends him tumbling to the mat! The ref grabs Kennedy from behind before he can pounce. Some folks in the crowd didn't like that stoppage, but I saw Mohammad's eyes roll way back in his head, he was done.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:09 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Reuben Kennedy! Reuben Kennedy thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
VFC 11 Let Them Bleed
Date: Jan 24, 2022 |
#R1# The Master Wizard tries to clinch but Mohammad moves out of range. #TD# Mohammad shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. The Master Wizard is trying to defend but Mohammad finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further. The Master Wizard on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. Mohammad is taking a breather. The Master Wizard 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. Mohammad sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. The Master Wizard defending well though. The Master Wizard won't allow Mohammad to pass to mount. 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. Mohammad connects with a nice short shot to The Master Wizard's temple. Mohammad looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks The Master Wizard with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Mohammad trying to control from The Master Wizard's half guard. The Master Wizard has other ideas though and has regained full guard. Mohammad postures up in The Master Wizard's guard and throws a big left but The Master Wizard blocks it. Mohammad 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. Mohammad stopping the sweep attempt from The Master Wizard.#T1# Mohammad with a nice head shot there.#SUB2# The Master Wizard is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Mohammad defends well. Mohammad trying to control but The Master Wizard is working from the bottom. Mohammad throwing strikes from guard but The Master Wizard blocks nicely. #SUB2# The Master Wizard is looking for a triangle but Mohammad pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB2# The Master Wizard had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Mohammad defends it easily. Mohammad content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #T2# Mohammad is looking to work some ground and pound but The Master Wizard has wrist control.#SUB2# The Master Wizard is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. The Master Wizard keeping full guard, as Mohammad tries to pass. Mohammad's corner is telling him to maintain position. Mohammad stands up over The Master Wizard, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. Mohammad trying to control the position from guard on top but The Master Wizard is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3# Mohammad is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #SUB2# The Master Wizard is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Mohammad is aware though and is defending well. Mohammad postures up and lands a big shot to The Master Wizard's brow. Mohammad landing some decent shots from guard. Mohammad lands a couple of digs. Mohammad passes The Master Wizard's left leg - he's now in half guard. Mohammad winds up and cracks The Master Wizard with a swinging punch to the side of the head. Mohammad looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio. Mohammad takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position. 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. Mohammad connects with a nice short shot to The Master Wizard's temple. Ground and pound from Mohammad. #SUB2# The Master Wizard looking for submissions off his back.#T4# The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Mohammad lands a nice short elbow. Mohammad seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. The Master Wizard has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Mohammad is working away from the top position though. 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. Mohammad connects with a nice short shot to The Master Wizard's temple. Mohammad with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. Mohammad trying to control from half guard but The Master Wizard is working away. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Mohammad stalling. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Aahil Mohammad dominated that round. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2##TD# Mohammad drives through with a takedown into The Master Wizard's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position. Mohammad trying to control but The Master Wizard is working from the bottom. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Mohammad lands a couple of digs. Mohammad is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that The Master Wizard can do to turn this around? The Master Wizard utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. Mohammad tries to free his leg and advance position but The Master Wizard is retaining full guard. Mohammad sitting in guard here, content to control. Mohammad keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of The Master Wizard's head. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Mohammad with a nice head shot there. Mohammad is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. Mohammad content to stall in guard here. Aahil Mohammad overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Mohammad scoring with some ground and pound. #T1##SUB2# The Master Wizard has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Mohammad can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. Mohammad working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. Mohammad throws a big right hand that misses. Mohammad wants to control from the top but The Master Wizard keeps moving. Mohammad postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #SUB2# The Master Wizard had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Mohammad defends it easily. Mohammad sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T2# The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB2# The Master Wizard looking for a guillotine here but Mohammad defends easily.
Mohammad sitting in guard, not really doing much. #SUB2# The Master Wizard has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Mohammad can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. Mohammad trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #T3# Mohammad landing some decent shots from guard. Mohammad scoring with punches to the head and body. The Master Wizard is trying to keep Mohammad in close.
Mohammad controlling from the top position. #SUB2# Mohammad got a little sloppy there for a moment and The Master Wizard has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Mohammad has managed to get both his arms back between The Master Wizard's legs - danger averted.#SUB2# The Master Wizard looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Mohammad passes into side control.
#T4# Mohammad lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face. Mohammad advances to full mount. Mohammad sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. Mohammad landing shots from mount. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Mohammad cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Mohammad postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. The Master Wizard looks a forlorn figure.
#ROC#The Master Wizard is rocked! And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Aahil Mohammad dominated that second round. 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##TD# Mohammad closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. #SUB2# The Master Wizard actively working from the bottom here. Mohammad is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. Mohammad is nestled in close to The Master Wizard, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure. The Master Wizard is still in real trouble! Can Mohammad finish him? Mohammad looks to score some points with some ground and pound. The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Mohammad is looking to take a break and control but The Master Wizard is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. The Master Wizard seems to have recovered his senses. Mohammad not doing much here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Mohammad takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.#T1# The Master Wizard is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Mohammad scores with a couple of nice shots. Mohammad landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #SUB2# The Master Wizard looking for submissions from an awkward position here. The Master Wizard takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Mohammad is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Mohammad lands a heavy elbow. Mohammad lands a nice shot to the head. Mohammad lands with some strikes. Mohammad controlling his opponent. Mohammad working away from the top, dropping strikes. Mohammad controlling from the full mount. Grinore The Master Wizard has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2# Mohammad scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish The Master Wizard?
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! A nice elbow there by Mohammad. Mohammad lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning. Mohammad content just to control the position here. Mohammad seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down The Master Wizard for as long as he can get away with. Mohammad drops a big elbow. That's hurt The Master Wizard! More shots from Mohammad and the ref steps in! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:52 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Aahil Mohammad! |
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Event:
VFC Friday Fights
Date: Jan 14, 2022 |
#R1##TD# Mohammad shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Mohammad was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure! 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. Check out the look on Mohammad's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Android can do anything to dispel that myth. Mohammad postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Mohammad slows the pace down. Android is looking to reverse the position. Mohammad advances to mount. Android flailing away with punches but nothing is landing.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Mohammad cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Android tries to hold on but Mohammad postures up. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Mohammad with a couple of short strikes. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Mohammad is in the full mount, landing strikes. #T1# Mohammad working Android over with strikes here. Mohammad has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Android's face.
Android really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Mohammad. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out. Mohammad connects with a bit shot that sees Android covering up! More strikes from Mohammad and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Mohammad is our winner by TKO!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Aahil Mohammad! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 28, 2021 |
#R1# Ponz connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.#TD# Mohammad manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Ponz on his heels. He'll look to pass Ponz's guard now, I'm sure. Ponz manages to escape and get back to his feet.
Aahil Mohammad seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Mohammad fails with the takedown. A left and a right from Ponz both land. Nice combination. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#TD# Mohammad drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard. Ponz wants to get back to his feet but Mohammad is in a dominant position and won't allow it. Mohammad is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #ES2# Ponz manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage. Mohammad wants to take the fight to the mat but Ponz manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch. Ponz is trying to break the clinch but Mohammad is controlling him.#BC2# Ponz manages to break the clinch.
#CL2# The fight moves into the clinch position. Mohammad wants a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Aahil Mohammad. That's going to take a lot out of him. Mohammad tries for a takedown but Ponz manages to get underhooks.
#T1# Ponz lands a nice uppercut.#BC2# Ponz's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Ponz throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Mohammad. #TD# Mohammad decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard. Mohammad scores with a couple of good hammerfists. Mohammad is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. Ponz has hold of Mohammad's hands but Mohammad slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow. Mohammad controlling the action here. Mohammad looks to score some points with some ground and pound. We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Ponz can do anything to dispel that myth. Mohammad stalling. Mohammad lands strikes from half guard.#T2# Ponz wants to get back to his feet.
Ponz is in trouble now - Mohammad has advanced to mount! 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! Mohammad with the ground and pound from mount. Ponz's corner are shouting for him to stand up but that's bad cornering - how is he meant to stand up when he's mounted? He should be looking to improve his position on the ground before trying to stand back up. Ponz is bucking up trying to escape but Mohammad cracks him with another couple of good strikes. Mohammad with good strikes from the mount here! A big strike lands for Mohammad! That's really hurt Ponz and he's turned his back - Mohammad keeps firing away and the ref dives in to stop the fight! Mohammad jumps to his feet to celebrate the victory!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Aahil Mohammad! |
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