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Event:
TR45: Colt 45 and Two Zigzags
Date: Apr 10, 2022 |
#R1#
Simbolon throws a head kick but Jones moves out of range.
King Simbolon seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Simbolon clinches. #BC#
Simbolon breaks from the clinch.
A left and a right from Jones both land. Nice combination.
Jones tries to score a power double leg takedown but Simbolon sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Jones somewhat.#CL#
Simbolon darts in and clinches Jones up against the cage.#BC#
Simbolon pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Jones's coach down at Dodgers was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Jones's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jones lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
#CL#
Simbolon has Jones up against the cage in a clinch.
Jones fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Simbolon unloads a knee to the mid-section.#T1##BC#
Simbolon breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL#
Simbolon darts in and clinches Jones up against the cage.
Simbolon lands a left hand that snaps the head of Jones backwards.
Jones is trying to pull guard but Simbolon turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
King Simbolon has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dexter Jones.#BC#
Simbolon escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Jones will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Jones shoots in for a takedown but Simbolon shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#CL#
Jones gets tackled into the cage by Simbolon. Simbolon maintains the clinch.
Jones takes a shot to the head. #BC#
Simbolon escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Simbolon looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.#CL#
Simbolon instigates a clinch.
Jones jumps guard but Simbolon stands there with Jones around his waist. Jones gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Simbolon creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Jones's defenses. #T2#
Simbolon lands a shot to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Come on Simbolon - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Simbolon lands a nice uppercut.#BC#
Simbolon breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Simbolon throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
#CL#
Simbolon closes the distance and clinches.
Jones tries to pull guard but Simbolon won't allow it.
Jones tries to pull guard but Simbolon won't allow it.
#BC#
Simbolon escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
The crowd cheers as Jones lands an impressive looking overhand right. Simbolon doesn't seem phased though.
Decent striking displayed by Jones there.
Jones swings and misses with a hook to the body.
#T3#
Simbolon loads up on a big right hand but Jones slips the punch.
Jones throws a body shot but no joy.
Jones tries to bum rush Simbolon with a series of wild strikes but Simbolon uses good footwork to avoid the assault.#CL#
Simbolon moves into range and clinches up with Jones.
Simbolon lands a left hand.
Simbolon lands a nice elbow. #CUT#It looks like Dexter Jones has been cut.#TD#
Simbolon ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Simbolon no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Jones stands and throws Simbolon's legs to the side, diving into side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Simbolon tries to buck Jones off but Jones is having none of it.#SUB2#
Jones working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB2#
Jones is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Simbolon knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #T4#
Simbolon throws a couple of punches but he's in a bad position and they don't land.
Simbolon is trying to get back to his feet.#SUB2#
Jones tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Jones has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB2#
Jones is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Simbolon is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB2#
Simbolon reaches up around Jones's neck trying to control. But Jones takes advantage instantly and he's locked on an arm triangle! Big trouble for Simbolon! Oh that looks nasty! A human being's head is not meant to turn that color! Simbolon is out! He's gone limp! The ref steps in to break the fighters up and Jones celebrates the victory with the fans!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Dexter Jones! |
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Event:
TR29: Rather Be Rich;🖕🏾Fame
Date: Mar 06, 2022 |
#R1#
Simbolon misses with a left hand
and Acker counters with a right hand to the body.
Simbolon uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Acker.
Simbolon motions for Acker to come forward. Simbolon throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Acker lands with a shot to the body. #CL2#
Simbolon closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Simbolon obliges.
Acker misses with a punch to the body.
Simbolon told us before the fight that he's been working on his elbows. An under utilised technique these days - let's see if it can sway the outcome of the fight.
Acker gets through Simbolon's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Simbolon misses with some punches.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Simbolon creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #BC2#
Simbolon breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Acker throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Simbolon stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
King Simbolon seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Simbolon looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
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!
Acker connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Simbolon's hands.
Simbolon has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Simbolon there as he acknowledges the shot.#T1#
Acker scores with a jab to the body.
Acker avoids a punch combination nicely.
Simbolon smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Acker uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.#CL2#
Simbolon closes the distance and pushes Acker back into the cage.
Acker lands with a left to the head.
Simbolon tries to throw a body punch but Acker avoids it by throwing Simbolon back against the cage.
Simbolon lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Acker backwards.
Acker wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Simbolon tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Acker looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Simbolon lands an elbow inside.
Acker wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Simbolon slows down the pace here.
#T2#
Simbolon dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Simbolon misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Simbolon just leaning against Acker, taking a breather.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#BC2#
Simbolon breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2#
Simbolon clinches up against the cage.
Acker lands a nice uppercut.
Simbolon throws a punch but it's blocked by Acker. #BC2#
Simbolon breaks from the clinch.
Acker connects with the punch.
Acker fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Simbolon looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.#CL2#
Simbolon clinches. #BC2#
Simbolon manages to break the clinch.
#T3#
Simbolon moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Acker fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Simbolon on the side of the head.#ROC#Simbolon is rocked!#CL2#
Simbolon drives through and clinches with Acker against the cage.
Simbolon is still on wobbly legs! Can Acker finish him?
Acker prevents a body shot from Simbolon.
Acker tries to break free but Simbolon pushes him back against the cage.
Acker blocks the elbow strike.
Simbolon wants to break free but Acker has control.
A short right from Acker on the inside.
Acker lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Acker lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Acker throws a big uppercut that drops Simbolon! More strikes from Acker and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Simbolon lies dazed against the cage as Acker celebrates with his cornermen!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Goran Acker! |
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Event:
TR23: Catch The Big Fisk
Date: Feb 23, 2022 |
#R1#
Simbolon bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Jones scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction. #CL2#
Simbolon clinches with his opponent.
#TD2#
Simbolon has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Jones regains guard immediately.
Jones has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Simbolon is stalling in the full guard. #SUB#
Jones had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Simbolon defends it easily.
Simbolon must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Jones has his foot on Simbolon's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Simbolon works his way back into a safe position though.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Simbolon showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB#
Simbolon is posturing up here but Jones has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Simbolon tries to roll out but it's too tight and Simbolon has to tap! Slick submission there by Jones!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Dexter Jones! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 09, 2022 |
#R1##TD#
Karyavin closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Simbolon quickly recovers to half guard.
Simbolon manages to escape and get back to his feet! #TD#
Karyavin shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Simbolon napping and manages to drive through into side control!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A lull in the action here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
You can see the frustration on Simbolon's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
The ground and pound from Karyavin seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Simbolon gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Simbolon looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Karyavin controlling the action here.
Simbolon slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Karyavin scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#SUB2#
Simbolon is looking for a triangle but Karyavin pushes his legs off easily.
Karyavin lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#T1#
Karyavin trying to control but Simbolon is working from the bottom.
Karyavin throws a big elbow that misses.
Karyavin cracks Simbolon with a solid left hand.
Karyavin lands a couple of digs.
Karyavin sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Simbolon's guard.
Karyavin looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Karyavin 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.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Karyavin lands a nice short elbow.
Karyavin scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Simbolon taking some punishment here, with Karyavin in his half guard.
Karyavin working over Simbolon with some ground and pound. Simbolon looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Simbolon looks winded!
Karyavin is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Karyavin lands a nice short elbow.
Karyavin seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Karyavin looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Simbolon with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Karyavin is nestled in close to Simbolon, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.#ROC#Simbolon is rocked!
Karyavin is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Simbolon is still in real trouble! Can Karyavin finish him?
Karyavin lands a massive shot from half guard that has rocked Simbolon! More strikes land and this one is all over! Karyavin jumps to his feet and is applauded loudly by the crowd!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Tikhon Karyavin! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 31, 2022 |
#R1##CL#
Simbolon moves into the clinch.
Smith stalls.
Our sources have told us that Simbolon has been working on his elbows in the gym.#BC#
Simbolon breaks from the clinch.
Smith shoots in for a double leg but Simbolon sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Simbolon fails with the takedown.
Simbolon will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Smith! But no joy.
Smith misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Simbolon seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.#TD#
Simbolon throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Smith tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Simbolon is in Smith's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smith working a defensive guard but Simbolon passes into half guard.
Smith tries to roll over but Simbolon keeps him under control.
Simbolon controlling the pace.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1##SUB#
Simbolon is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Smith sees it coming and defends easily.
Smith punching from the bottom.
Simbolon content to control rather than advance.
Smith tries to get to full guard but Simbolon has control of the leg.
Simbolon wants to lay and pray for a moment but Smith keeps working. #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.
Smith is trying to maintain the position but Simbolon is very close to passing his half guard.
Simbolon thows a huge punch but Smith dodges it nicely.
Simbolon throwing shots but Smith is blocking nicely.
Simbolon controlling the action here.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD2#
Smith closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Simbolon quickly recovers to half guard.
Smith prevents Simbolon from improving his position.
Still in half guard, Smith seems content to control.#T3#
Simbolon keeping control of the position. #SUB#
Simbolon actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Smith is trying to work for a kimura but Simbolon is defending well.
Simbolon wants to improve his position but Smith is controlling well.
#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Smith wants to stand up but Simbolon is controlling the position.
Simbolon keeps control of the position for the meantime. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Simbolon shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Smith defends it nicely.
Smith throws a quick inside leg kick.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Smith keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
King Simbolon dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Simbolon shoots in looking for a takedown. Smith tries to sprawl out of it but Simbolon keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Smith manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Smith changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
A combination from Simbolon does no damage.
Smith throws a head kick that half lands.
Smith fails with a takedown attempt.
Simbolon fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Simbolon misses with a low kick as Smith jumps back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Smith feints and as Simbolon raises his hands in defense, Smith changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Smith must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Smith wants to control from the top but Simbolon keeps moving. #SUB2#
Smith drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Smith jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #T1##SUB#
Simbolon has his foot on Smith's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Smith works his way back into a safe position though.
Simbolon keeping moving, preventing Smith from controlling successfully.
Smith wanted to stand there but Simbolon had control of the position. #SUB#
Simbolon has his foot on Smith's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Smith works his way back into a safe position though.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Simbolon with a poor takedown
and Smith counters with a lovely shot to the body.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for King Simbolon. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Simbolon misses with a series of wild punches.
Smith is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Simbolon with a body shot.
Some wild striking there from Smith.
Simbolon shoots in for a double leg but Smith sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Smith is looking to clinch.
Smith misses with a jab, cross combination.
Smith wants to clinch up but Simbolon keeps it at a distance.
King Simbolon is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Smith shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Simbolon sprawls well. Simbolon wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Smith gets slowly back to his feet.
An inside leg kick lands from Smith. #T3#
Smith tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Simbolon manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Smith shoots in but Simbolon avoids the takedown attempt easily.#CL#
Simbolon closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Smith working hard to break the clinch.
Smith tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Simbolon just stands there and leans against the cage.
Simbolon looking for a takedown.
Smith prevents the takedown attempt.
Smith stalls.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.#T4#
Smith using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Simbolon has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Simbolon has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Smith is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Smith has Simbolon pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Simbolon manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. #TD#
Simbolon jumps guard and drags Smith to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. #SU2#
Smith decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Simbolon, up you get!
Simbolon has a takedown stuffed.
Michael Smith seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Smith tries to clinch but Simbolon moves out of range.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Simbolon walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Smith shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Simbolon as he avoids it easily.
Simbolon stuffs the takedown.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Michael Smith showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Smith fails with an attempt to clinch.
Smith fails with the takedown
and Simbolon counters with a series of strikes. Smith will be more careful next time no doubt.
Smith tries for a takedown but Simbolon sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Simbolon lands a lovely overhand right.
Smith wants to clinch.
Simbolon defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Smith.
King Simbolon has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Michael Smith.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smith fails to land the takedown.
King Simbolon seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Simbolon throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Smith's waist but Smith gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Simbolon off to one side. #TD#
Simbolon drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SU#
Simbolon decides to take the fight back to the feet.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1#
Simbolon misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#CL#
Simbolon darts in and clinches Smith up against the cage.#BC#
Simbolon manages to break the clinch.
Smith looks for a takedown but Simbolon sprawls well.
Smith stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Smith wants it to stay on the feet.#TD2#
Smith scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Simbolon sneaks out the side door and pushes Smith away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.#T2#
Smith fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Simbolon avoids it really well and circles away.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#CL#
Simbolon closes the distance and clinches.
Simbolon wants a takedown but no success here.
#BC#
Simbolon breaks the clinch.
Simbolon looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Smith is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Simbolon with a body shot.
Smith is trying hard to land a takedown here. Simbolon sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
It looked like Simbolon was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Simbolon shoots in but Smith avoids the takedown attempt easily.#T3#
Smith tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Smith is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Nice sprawl there from Simbolon as Smith shoots in.
Smith fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
No luck for Simbolon with that takedown attempt.
Simbolon fails with a takedown attempt.#T4#
The fight stays on the outside here - Smith looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Smith doesn't manage to clinch there - Simbolon circles away.
Simbolon throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Simbolon throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Smith's waist but Smith gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Simbolon off to one side.
Smith is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Simbolon stuffs the takedown attempt from Smith. Smith gets slowly back to his feet.
Nice takedown defense from Simbolon. No joy for Smith on that attempt.
Simbolon shoots in but no luck this time.
Smith tries to close the distance and clinch up but Simbolon swats him away and circles back towards the center.
And that's the end of the fight!
King Simbolon showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Simbolon has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Sandra Marshall scores the fight 29:28
Judge Peter Branson scores the fight 29:28
Judge David Hoff scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... King Simbolon!
After winning the bout, King Simbolon thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 28, 2022 |
#R1#
Horrible takedown attempt by Gracie or perhaps it was just good defense by Simbolon, which made it look bad.
Simbolon closes the distance and clinches up with Gracie, looking for a takedown. Simbolon pushes Gracie against the cage but Gracie circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Simbolon sets himself, and Gracie steps forward looking for the clinch! Simbolon avoids it this time.
Gracie is looking to score with low kicks.
Simbolon changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Gracie throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Gracie slaps away a takedown attempt from Simbolon, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Simbolon fails with a takedown attempt.
Gracie is looking for the big counter here.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for King Simbolon. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Gracie tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Simbolon swivels and escapes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Simbolon looks for a takedown but Gracie sprawls well.
Gracie follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Simbolon shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Gracie defends it nicely.#T1#
Simbolon fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Gracie avoids it really well and circles away.
Gracie lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Gracie misses with a head kick.
Simbolon shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#TD2#
Gracie feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Simbolon is breathing heavily.
Simbolon is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Gracie seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
It looks like Gracie 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.#T2##SU2#
Gracie stands up from Simbolon's guard - Gracie perhaps looking for a knockout.
Gracie misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Gracie misses with a double jab.
Simbolon tries to clinch up but Gracie circles away and keeps his distance.
Horrible takedown attempt by Simbolon or perhaps it was just good defense by Gracie, which made it look bad.
A head kick misses from Simbolon. #T3#
Simbolon fails with an attempt to clinch.
Gracie shoots in looking for a takedown but Simbolon manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Gracie's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Simbolon throws a sloppy head kick and Gracie moves out of range easily.
Simbolon tries to clinch up but Gracie circles away and keeps his distance.
Gracie shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Simbolon pinned against the cage. Simbolon gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Simbolon feinted with a counter takedown.
Simbolon wants to clinch.
Simbolon is looking to clinch but Gracie is avoiding it.
Simbolon closes the distance and clinches up with Gracie, looking for a takedown. Simbolon pushes Gracie against the cage but Gracie circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.#TD2#
Gracie gets a takedown into half guard.#T4#
Well, if Gracie is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza Yum. Can't wait.
Gracie is looking to advance position but Simbolon won't allow it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Simbolon wants to control but Gracie is keeping busy.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Royce Gracie dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Simbolon fails with a takedown attempt from distance.#TD2#
Gracie shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Simbolon manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Simbolon is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched. #BC#
Simbolon breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Simbolon swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
#CL2#
and Gracie counters by moving into the clinch.
Gracie is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Simbolon pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Simbolon prevents a takedown attempt there.
Simbolon wants to take the fight to the mat but Gracie manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Simbolon is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Gracie is keeping busy.
Gracie misses with a knee strike.
#T1#
Gracie wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Gracie is trying to pull guard but Simbolon has him pressed against the cage.
King Simbolon has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Royce Gracie.
Gracie prevents Simbolon from breaking the clinch.
Gracie tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Gracie tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Simbolon smiles and moves away.
#TD2#
Gracie closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Gracie lands in his opponent's guard.#SUB#
Simbolon has an active guard here but Gracie has managed to pass into half guard.
#T2##SUB2#
Gracie in half guard on the top. He's looking for a kimura... He's got it locked and he's managed to free his trapped foot. Simbolon tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Gracie!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:21 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Royce Gracie!
Royce Gracie bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it. |
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