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Event:
OFK 440-Esposito Vs Calrissian
Date: Sep 22, 2024 |
#R1#
Wheeler ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Anjo slips under a jab from Wheeler.
Anjo steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Wheeler.
Wheeler throws a head kick that misses.
Anjo takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Anjo goes for a double leg but Wheeler avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Wheeler continues to drive forward.
Wheeler scores with a nice strike.
Wheeler throws a body shot but no joy.
Wheeler backing away here, and Anjo unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Wheeler swings widly with a right hand
#TD2#
and Anjo counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Anjo looking to sit in guard and control but Wheeler gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Anjo looking to hit a scissor sweep but Wheeler is one step ahead there.
Anjo lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB##SUB#
Wheeler working for a triangle but Anjo defends it easily.
#T1##SUB#
Wheeler looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Wheeler is trying to keep Anjo in close.
Anjo stays in close to Wheeler's body and controls the position. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB#
Wheeler throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB#
Wheeler is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Anjo defends well.
Anjo not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T3#
Anjo tries to stand but Wheeler is controlling from the bottom.
Anjo controls from within his opponent's guard.
Anjo trying to stand up but can't free himself from Wheeler's guard.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Wheeler's corner calls for a 1-2. Wheeler obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Anjo shoots in but no luck this time. #CL2#
Anjo clinches up against the cage.#T4##BC#
Wheeler's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Wheeler fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Anjo fails with an attempt to clinch.
Anjo doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Anjo shoots for a takedown but Wheeler saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Rylan Wheeler has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Yoji Anjo Anjo.
Wheeler avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Wheeler scores with the left hand. Anjo knows he should have avoided that one.
Nice cross by Wheeler.
Anjo looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Anjo with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Wheeler to score with a decent uppercut.
Anjo dives in and grabs Wheeler's left leg, looking for a takedown. Wheeler pushes down on Anjo's head and hops out.
Anjo swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Anjo tries to clinch but Wheeler is having none of it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Rylan Wheeler dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Some wild striking there from Wheeler.
Wheeler throws a right hand that Anjo ducks under and follows up with a left that Anjo also avoids with ease.
Anjo tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Wheeler misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Anjo.
Wheeler is looking to chop away at Anjo's legs.
Wheeler is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Anjo can do to turn this around?
A telegraphed right hand from Wheeler misses the target.
Anjo wants to counter with a clinch but Wheeler pushes him away.
Wheeler lands with an overhand left.
Wheeler misses with a wild combination.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Anjo shoots in for a takedown but Wheeler shows good takedown defense.
Wheeler appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Wheeler misses with an uppercut. Anjo saw that one coming.
Rylan Wheeler seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Wheeler with a jab.
Wheeler avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T1#
Wheeler swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Anjo unleashes a big counter combination but Wheeler bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Anjo fails to land the takedown.
Anjo fails with the takedown.
Rylan Wheeler has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Yoji Anjo Anjo.
Wheeler rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Anjo counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Wheeler's corner calls for a 1-2. Wheeler obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #CUT#It looks like Yoji Anjo Anjo has been cut.
Wheeler throws a jab but it's blocked by Anjo.
Wheeler lands a two punch combo.
Wheeler stuffs the takedown attempt from Anjo. Anjo gets slowly back to his feet.
Anjo closes this distance looking for a takedown but Wheeler circles away.
Wheeler throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Anjo. #T2#
Anjo takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Anjo misses with a body kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Wheeler lands an overhand right.
Rylan Wheeler is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Anjo tries to score a power double leg takedown but Wheeler sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Anjo somewhat.
Wheeler is looking for a counter combo.
Wheeler feints and then cracks Anjo's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Anjo down.
Anjo moves away from the strike by Wheeler.
Wheeler throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Wheeler scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#T3#
Anjo takes one to the side of the head.
Wheeler throws a right hand that Anjo ducks under and follows up with a left that Anjo also avoids with ease.
Wheeler keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Wheeler was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Anjo ducks under a wild hook from Wheeler.
A combination from Wheeler does no damage.
Wheeler misses with a right hand #TD2#
and Anjo counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Anjo.
Anjo pushes down on Wheeler's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Well, if Anjo 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.
Anjo wants to control but Wheeler is keeping him busy. #T4#
Wheeler is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Wheeler is working hard here to advance position.
Anjo moves nicely into side control.
Wheeler regains half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Rylan Wheeler dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Yoji Anjo Anjo's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Wheeler misses with a left hand
and Anjo counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Wheeler circles away from the clinch attempt.
Anjo shoots in and drives through. Wheeler sprawls well.
Wheeler lands a nice looking body shot.
Wheeler misses with a wild body shot.
Good exchange - Wheeler coming out on top.
Wheeler throws a head kick that misses
and Wheeler takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Anjo doesn't manage to clinch there - Wheeler circles away.
It looked like Wheeler wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Wheeler swings widly with a right hand
and Wheeler takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #TD2#
Anjo closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
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!#SUB#
Wheeler is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Anjo pulls his head out easily.
Wheeler is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Cant Lose MMA, so we'll see if he gets out of it.#SUB#
Anjo moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Wheeler.#T1#
Wheeler is looking for a sweep.
Anjo controls the position.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Wheeler is working to avoid the ground and pound but Anjo connects with a decent elbow.
You can see the frustration on Wheeler's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Wheeler is looking to reverse the position.
Yoji Anjo Anjo has got the better of the ground game so far.
Anjo trying to control the position but Wheeler is working away.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.#T3##SUB2#
Anjo thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Wheeler tries to buck Anjo off but Anjo is having none of it.
Anjo trying to control the action but Wheeler is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Wheeler is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.#T4#
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.
No joy there for Anjo, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Wheeler pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Wheeler throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Wheeler tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Anjo was well out of range. Poor timing from Wheeler.
Wheeler throws a low kick but it's checked well by Anjo.
Anjo changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Anjo misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Anjo is looking to clinch. #TD2#
Anjo closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Wheeler to the mat! Wheeler manages to get full guard. #SUB#
Anjo got a little sloppy there for a moment and Wheeler has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Anjo has managed to get both his arms back between Wheeler's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Wheeler working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Anjo has passed into half guard!
And that's the end of the fight!
Yoji Anjo Anjo comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Wheeler 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 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 29:28
Judge Wagner Zegers scores the fight 29:28
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Rylan Wheeler!
Our winner, Rylan Wheeler, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
In defeat, Yoji Anjo Anjo stepped up to the mic, saying 'I feel good! '. |
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Event:
OFK 436 - Chambers Vs Gazersky
Date: Sep 08, 2024 |
#R1#
Wheeler leaves Rusev with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Rusev on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Rusev uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Wheeler.
Wheeler connects with a high kick.
Rusev looks for a takedown but Wheeler sprawls well.
Wheeler stuffs the takedown.
Rylan Wheeler has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Alexander Rusev.
Wheeler scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Wheeler stuffs the takedown.#TD2#
Rusev scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Wheeler makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Wheeler.#SUB#
Wheeler is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Rusev is aware though and is defending well.
Rusev won't allow Wheeler to sweep him here.
Rusev distracts Wheeler with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Wheeler utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #T1#
Rusev trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Wheeler is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Rusev with a flurry of punches that miss.
Rusev postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Rusev wants to control from the top but Wheeler keeps moving.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rusev throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Rusev works over Wheeler with some ground and pound from guard.
Rusev trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Rusev connects with a couple of short punches.#SUB#
Wheeler looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Rusev landing with the ground and pound. #T2#
Rusev postures up and lands a big shot to Wheeler's brow.
Rusev pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Wheeler is keeping the position for now.
Rusev postures up.
Wheeler looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Wheeler has his foot on Rusev's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Rusev works his way back into a safe position though.
Rusev wants to pass the guard but Wheeler is keeping the position.
Rusev is still trying to improve position.
Rusev passes Wheeler's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Rusev landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Rusev not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #T3#
Rusev landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Rusev is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Wheeler!
Rusev prevents Wheeler from getting the reversal.#SUB2#
Rusev is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Wheeler is surviving well by controlling Rusev's body position as best he can. #SUB2#
Rusev swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Wheeler is now in Rusev's guard. A big mistake from Rusev there, giving up the dominant position!
Rusev is adopting a defensive guard.
Wheeler prevents Rusev from getting back to his feet.
Wheeler is looking to pass into half guard but Rusev pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Rusev is in guard.#REVB##T4#
Rusev throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #SUB#
Wheeler working for a triangle but Rusev defends it easily.
#SUB#
Wheeler looking for a triangle here. Rusev is fighting it but it looks tight! Wheeler pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Rusev is tapping out - this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Rylan Wheeler!
During a confident post fight interview, Rylan Wheeler thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
OFK 430 - Orsic Vs Martin
Date: Aug 18, 2024 |
#R1#
Ward rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Wheeler moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Wheeler avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#TD2#
Ward changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Wheeler looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Wheeler is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Cant Lose MMA, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Ward controls the position.
Wheeler is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Ward trying to control the position but Wheeler is working away.
Wheeler tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Ward wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Ward happy to just control the position for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wheeler is looking for a sweep.#T1#
Wheeler is pushing Ward's head away, looking to escape. Ward manages to hold on to the position though.
Ward in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Wheeler is looking to reverse the position.#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.#SUB2#
Ward thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Wheeler on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Ward wants to control but Wheeler is keeping him busy.
Wheeler tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Ward cracks Wheeler with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Ward happy to just control the position for now. #T3#
Ward trying to control the action but Wheeler is working from the bottom.
Wheeler takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Ward staying calm.
Wheeler tries to improve position but can't.
Ward trying to control the action but Wheeler is working from the bottom.
Wheeler is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Ward's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Ward content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Ward trying to pass the guard but Wheeler defending well.
Wheeler trying to control from the bottom.
Wheeler wants to improve his position but Ward is controlling well.
Ward seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Wheeler wants to get back to full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Maxim Ward 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#
Wheeler fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ward manages to avoid it.
Ward throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Wheeler swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Wheeler moves out of range as Ward strikes.
Ward will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Ward uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Wheeler.
Ward blocks a head kick by Wheeler.
Ward tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Rylan Wheeler is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Ward displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Wheeler throws out the jab.
A big left from Wheeler misses.
Wheeler misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ward.
Ward displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Ward misses with a takedown attempt
and Wheeler counters with a straight right hand.
Wheeler fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ward manages to avoid it.
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!#TD2#
Ward shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Wheeler's guard.
Ward has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Kaptajnernes Træningscenter. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.#SUB#
Ward got a little sloppy there for a moment and Wheeler has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Ward has managed to get both his arms back between Wheeler's legs - danger averted.
Ward controlling from the top position. #T1#
Ward won't allow Wheeler to sweep him here.
Ward trying to control but Wheeler is working from the bottom.
Ward passes Wheeler's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Ward is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Wheeler gets back to full guard.
Ward is pushing down on Wheeler's leg trying to pass to half guard. Wheeler is fighting to maintain full guard but Ward has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB#
Wheeler looking for submissions off his back.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ward looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #T2#
Ward working over Wheeler with some ground and pound. Wheeler looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Maxim Ward has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB#
Wheeler looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Ward controlling the action here.
Ward working the head and body with strikes.
Ward is nestled in close to Wheeler, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.#T3#
Ward controlling the action here.#SUB#
Wheeler looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Ward wants to control but Wheeler is keeping him busy.
Ward slows the pace down in half guard.
Wheeler is looking for a sweep. Ward is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Ward lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Wheeler moves into full guard.
Ward is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SUB#
Wheeler looking for a guillotine here but Ward defends easily.
Ward is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ward passes Wheeler's left leg - he's now in half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Maxim Ward showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
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. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Ward throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Wheeler on the side of the head.
Ward just misses with a punch to the body.
Ward bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Ward bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Wheeler's head backwards.
Ward throws a head kick that misses.
Ward lands a nice shot that snaps Wheeler's head back.
Ward has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Wheeler takes a swing at Ward's ribcage but misses.
Wheeler fakes the leg kick and cracks Ward in the body.
Ward shoots in but no luck this time.
Ward lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Ward feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Wheelers jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Ward connects with a body shot.
Wheeler takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
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!
Wheeler takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Maxim Ward seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Ward swings away with a body shot that misses
and Wheeler connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CUT#It looks like Maxim Ward has been cut.
Ward lands a head shot.
Ward looks to land a body kick but Wheeler moved away.
Wheeler slips under a jab.
Wheeler tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ward was well out of range. Poor timing from Wheeler.
Ward throws out a counter right but Wheeler avoids it with no problem.
Maxim Ward seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Wheeler slips a jab from Ward.
Ward misses with a straight right.
Ward jabs Wheeler right on the nose. Wheeler blinks but takes it well.
Wheeler avoids the head kick by Ward.
Ward drops his hands momentarily and Wheeler takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Wheeler avoids the head kick by Ward.
Ward lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Ward connects with a leg kick.
Ward has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Wheeler lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
#TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Wheeler enables Ward to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Wheeler manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.#SUB#
Wheeler is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Ward is aware though and is defending well.
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB#
Wheeler is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Wheeler is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T2##SUB2#
Ward is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #SUB#
Wheeler escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Ward gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Ward postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #SUB#
Wheeler is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Ward defends well.
Ward wants to control from the top but Wheeler keeps moving. #T3#
Ward stopping the sweep attempt from Wheeler.
Ward stays in close to Wheeler's body and controls the position. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
The crowd cheers as Wheeler lands an impressive looking overhand right. Ward doesn't seem phased though.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Wheeler takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Wheeler avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Ward uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Ward shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Wheeler as he jumps to the side.
Maxim Ward is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Ward works Wheeler's body with a nice hook.
Wheeler keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Rylan Wheeler has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Maxim Ward.
Ward throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Ward will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Ward takes one to the side of the head.
Wheeler looks to land a combination but Ward avoids it well.
Wheeler throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Ward on the side of the head.
Rylan Wheeler has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Ward throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Wheeler.
And that's the end of the fight!
Maxim Ward comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Ward has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. 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 Albert Achterberg scores the fight 27:30
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 27:30
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Maxim Ward!
Maxim Ward decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way. |
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Event:
OFK 423-Anderson Vs Calrissian
Date: Jul 27, 2024 |
#R1#
Tawake with a nice calf kick.
Wheeler throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Tawake! But no joy.
Tawake lands with a right hand.
Tawake thows a left - swing and a miss!
Tawake scores with a jab to the jaw.
Tawake connects with a leg kick.
Wheeler looks to throw the jab but Tawake is out of range.
Tawake wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Tawake lands a leg kick that knocks Wheeler off balance momentarily.
Tawake moves out of range of the strikes.
A nice side step and Tawake releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Wheeler fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Wheeler tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Tawake counters with a straight right hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A head kick misses from Wheeler.
Tawake throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Tawake connects with a crisp jab. #T1#
Wheeler swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Tawake connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Wheeler misses with a double jab.
Tawake feints a counter leg kick.
Tawake throws a sloppy head kick and Wheeler moves out of range easily.
Rylan Wheeler seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Wheeler connects with a jab.
Wheeler throws a sloppy head kick
and Tawake counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Tawake avoids the head kick by Wheeler.
Tawake misses with a left hand
and Wheeler counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CUT#It looks like Isoa Tawake has been cut.
Wheeler takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Tawake throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Wheeler pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Tawake blocks a low kick nicely.
Wheeler lands a jab.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Wheeler misses with a hook. Tawake ducked under it nicely. #T2##CL#
Wheeler moves into the clinch.#BC2#
Tawake's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Wheeler takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.#TD#
Wheeler shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Tawake tries to roll over but Wheeler keeps him under control.
Tawake is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Wheeler jumps into side control!
Wheeler works to advance to full mount. Tawake defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
Tawake is looking to improve his position but Wheeler isn't that keen on the idea.
Tawake is still trying to improve position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Tawake regains half guard.
Wheeler stops Tawake from getting back to his feet.
Tawake tries to get to full guard but Wheeler has control of the leg.
Tawake gets full guard.
Tawake 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.
Wheeler trying to control the position from guard on top but Tawake is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tawake looking to hit a scissor sweep but Wheeler is one step ahead there. #T4##SU#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Wheeler decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Wheeler tries to clinch but Tawake moves out of range.
Sloppy strikes from Tawake. Those never looked like landing.
Wheeler throws a lazy right hand but Tawake sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Wheeler takes a swing at Tawake's ribcage but misses.
Tawake takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#CL#
Wheeler takes the fight into the clinch.
Wheeler blocking some punches.
#BC2#
Tawake escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Tawake shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Tawake is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Wheeler thuds his right hand into Tawake's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Isoa Tawake will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Isoa Tawake's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Wheeler cracks Tawake with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Wheeler tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Tawake has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Wheeler tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Tawake paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Rylan Wheeler is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Wheeler is looking to clinch but Tawake is avoiding it.
Tawake let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Tawake scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Wheeler swings widly with a right hand
and Tawake connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Wheeler connects with a body shot.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Tawake.
Wheeler fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tawake manages to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wheeler slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Tawake throws a body punch but Wheeler moves out of range.
Wheeler fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Tawake on the side of the head.
Tawake steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Wheeler.#T1#
Tawake defending well as Wheeler loads up on a big left hand.
Tawake looks to land a right hand but Wheeler moved out of range.
Wheeler tries to clinch up but Tawake circles away and keeps his distance.
Wheeler throws a hook to the side of Tawake's head but Tawake sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Wheeler throws a body shot but no joy. #CL#
Wheeler has Tawake up against the cage in a clinch.
Wheeler is trying to pull guard but Tawake has him pressed against the cage.#BC#
Wheeler breaks the clinch.
Wheeler tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Isoa Tawake seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Tawake scores with a hook.
Good standup being displayed there by Wheeler as he connects with a hook.
Wheeler takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Tawake thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Wheeler if he has to take too many more of those.
#T2#
Wheeler wants to clinch
and Tawake counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#TD#
Wheeler shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Tawake's guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tawake bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Wheeler's guard. #REVB#
Wheeler looking to hit a scissor sweep but Tawake is one step ahead there.
Tawake loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Wheeler avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tawake wants to control from the top but Wheeler keeps moving.
Tawake might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Wheeler haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Tawake wants to stand but Wheeler is controlling his posture from full guard. #T3##SUB#
Wheeler has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Tawake should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Wheeler has tightened it up now! Tawake should have reacted faster there - he's in big trouble and yes, he's tapped out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:22 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Rylan Wheeler!
Rylan Wheeler really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Stoner's Killer Apparel logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty. |
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Event:
OFK 417 - Anderson Vs Maki
Date: Jul 06, 2024 |
#R1#
Late lands with a nice combination. Wheeler backs away looking to recover.#CUT#It looks like Rylan Wheeler has been cut.
Wheeler throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Late is looking to counter punch.
Wheeler doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Late lands a jab to the head.
Nice body punch from Wheeler.
Wheeler fails to land with a series of punches.
Wheeler misses with an uppercut.
Late throws out a loose jab but Wheeler uses good head movement to avoid it.
Wheeler takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Wheeler fails to land with a series of punches.
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!
Late fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Wheeler looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Late just misses with a punch to the body.
Late misses with a combination
and Wheeler counters with a three punch combo that has Late backing up. Late nods at Wheeler to acknowledge the strikes.
Late lands a body shot.
Wheeler throws a right and a left that both miss.
The fighters circle momentarily. Late darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Late lands the left hand.
Wheeler throws a head kick but Late moves out of range.
Late lands a slapping body shot.
#T1#
Late slips under a jab.
Late throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Wheeler.
Late scores with a one two! Wheeler had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
A right-left combo lands from Late. #ROC#Wheeler is rocked!
A jab from Wheeler misses.
Wheeler lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Late is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Late throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Late dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Wheeler tries a head kick but it misses.
Wheeler scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Late doesn't seem bothered though.
Late is looking to wear down Wheeler with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Wheeler lands a body shot.
Late shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Wheeler swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Little Late seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Late swings for the body but Wheeler moves out of range.
Wheeler jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Late avoids the head kick by Wheeler.
Late scores with a hook to the body. Wheeler takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Late looks to land a left hand but Wheeler moved out of range nicely.
Wheeler is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.#T2#
Late throws a series of strikes that have Wheeler backpedaling.
#CUT#That has opened up Rylan Wheeler's cut even more.
Wheeler avoids the body shot from Late.
Late scores with a jab to the body.
Wheeler throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Late stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Late throws a left and a right that both miss
and Wheeler counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Late misses with a straight right.
Wheeler lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Wheeler avoids the body shot from Late.
It seemed like Wheeler was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Late slips under a jab.
It looked like Late wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Late misses the shot to the body.
A countering left hand to the body from Wheeler misses.
A big left from Wheeler misses.
Late tries to clinch up.
Wheeler loads up on a big right hand but Late slips the punch.
Rylan Wheeler is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Late staying out of range there.
Late moves out of range of the strikes.
Late throws a leg kick that misses.
Wheeler is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.#T3#
Late throws a shot to the body.
Wheeler lands a head shot.
Late connects with a looping right hand.
Late wants to clinch up but Wheeler keeps it at a distance.
Wheeler misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
#CL#
Late rushes Wheeler and presses him up against the cage.
Late has Wheeler pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Wheeler manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Wheeler as Late tries to tie him up.
Late goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
#BC#
Late breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Late looks to land a right hand but Wheeler moved out of range.
Late misses with a wild body shot.
Late stalks Wheeler and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Wheeler's face. Wheeler staggers backwards, shaken.
Late lands with an overhand left.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Late misses with a wild body shot.
Late throws a right and a left that Wheeler avoids nicely. #T4#
Wheeler thows a left - swing and a miss!
No joy there for Wheeler, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Late lands a two punch combo.
Late fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Wheeler manages to avoid it.
Late closes the distance looking to clinch
and Wheeler counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Wheeler throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Wheeler showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Late.
Late fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Wheeler avoids the body shot from Late.
Late lands an overhand right.
Wheeler swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
It looks like Late has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Wheeler shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Late eats them both and turns towards Wheeler to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.#CUT2#It looks like Little Late has been cut.
Late ducks under a wild hook from Wheeler.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Little Late dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
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#
Late connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.#KD2#
Wheeler drops Late with a beautiful combination! Late stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Wheeler is looking for the KO!#ROC2#Late is rocked!
Late is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Late throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Oh Late is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Nice jab there from Wheeler.
Little Late is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Wheeler lands with a big right hook that stumbles Late - he's out on his feet here! Wheeler follows up with another monster hook that separates Late from consciousness! Late falls, almost in slow motion to the canvas! Wheeler stands and admires his work as the crowd go wild.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:19 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Rylan Wheeler!
Rylan Wheeler managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Stoner's Killer Apparel, into his post fight interview.
The defeated Little Late had this to say: 'Duh?!'. |
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Event:
OFK 411 - Garrincha Vs Green
Date: Jun 15, 2024 |
#R1#
Sloppy strikes from Wheeler. Those never looked like landing.
Herrera misses with a takedown attempt - Wheeler sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Wheeler smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
A telegraphed right hand from Wheeler misses the target.
And Herrera tries to counter it with a takedown but Wheeler pushes his down on his head and steps out.#TD2#
Wheeler tries to sprawl but Herrera drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Herrera is keen to just control but Wheeler is a slippery customer.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wheeler is looking for a sweep. Herrera is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Wheeler is working hard here to advance position.#T1#
Herrera tries to stand but his hand is stuck under Wheeler.
Herrera seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Wheeler does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Wheeler is looking for a sweep. Herrera is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Herrera is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB2#
Herrera is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Herrera trying to control from half guard but Wheeler is working away. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
A big left from Wheeler misses.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Herrera. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Herrera changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Wheeler tries to avoid it but Herrera manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Wheeler to the ground. Wheeler escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Rylan Wheeler has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Paul Herrera.
Wheeler looks to score with a jab to the body but Herrera is just out of range.
Horrible takedown attempt by Herrera or perhaps it was just good defense by Wheeler, which made it look bad.
Wheeler takes a swing at Herrera's ribcage but misses.
Herrera slips a straight right by Wheeler.
Herrera shoots in for a takedown but Wheeler shows good takedown defense.
Herrera dives in for a single leg takedown but Wheeler sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Wheeler throwing a counter right hand but Herrera manages to avoid it.
Herrera shoots in for a takedown but Wheeler shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Herrera looks winded!
Herrera shoots in but Wheeler avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Wheeler connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Wheeler lands a jab.
Herrera shoots in looking for a takedown but Wheeler manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Herrera's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Wheeler feints with a jab and clips Herrera right behind the ear with a massive overhand right! Herrera is sent crashing into the canvas and Wheeler leaps in for the kill! Herrera tries to get to his feet but Wheeler is just battering him from every conceivable angle. The ref decides that Herrera is in need of a savior and steps in!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:05 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Rylan Wheeler!
An out of breath and clearly excited Rylan Wheeler thanked Stoner's Killer Apparel for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).
Paul Herrera was interviewed post fight and said 'I love you all!'. |
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Event:
WVT 211: Mathieu v Kok
Date: Jan 17, 2024 |
#R1#
Jacckson lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Wheeler circles away quickly and effectively.
Jacckson displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Wheeler throws out the jab.
Jacckson takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Wheeler misses with a combination
and Jacckson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Wheeler throws a nice looking combination but Jacckson bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Wheeler blocks a head kick by Jacckson.
Nice defenses there by Wheeler.
Wheeler appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Jacckson avoids the head kick by Wheeler.
Jacckson tries to clinch up.
Jacckson lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
#CUT2#It looks like Rylan Wheeler has been cut.
Jacckson misses with a low kick.
Jacckson swings widly with a right hand
enabling Wheeler to counter with a crisp jab.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jab from Wheeler.#T1#
Wheeler throws the left hand but Jacckson avoids the punch easily.
Jacckson is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Jacckson takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Jacckson connects with a nice looking jab.
Wheeler keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Jacckson.
Wheeler scores with a punch to the head.
Jacckson throws a head kick but Wheeler moves out of range.
Jacckson lands with a shot to the body.
Wheeler jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Wheeler scores with a hook.
Wheeler misses with a few strikes there.
Jacckson throws out a counter right but Wheeler avoids it with no problem.#KD2#
Oooooh!!! Jacckson has knocked Wheeler down with a huge combo! Jacckson steps away and waves a wobbly Wheeler back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#ROC2#Wheeler is rocked!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Wheeler looks to land a combination but Jacckson avoids it well.
Jacckson only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Rylan Wheeler seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jacckson has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Wheeler finds it's way round the side to connect with Jacckson's head. #T2#
Jacckson misses with a straight left.
A little feinted left hand from Wheeler on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Wheeler throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Wheeler ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jacckson moves away.
Jacckson drops Wheeler with a big left hand! Wheeler is injured, injured bad! Jacckson jumps in and finished him with strikes! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). KO Jacckson!
KO Jacckson decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
WVT 194: Siale v Jiang
Date: Dec 08, 2023 |
#R1#
Wheeler slips under a jab.
Voin with a lazy takedown attempt
and Wheeler counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Wheeler avoids a punch combination nicely.
Voin takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Wheeler jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
#CUT#It looks like Zima Voin has been cut.
A clash of legs there as Wheeler blocks the low kick.
It looked like Wheeler was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Voin fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Wheeler on the side of the head.#CL2#
Voin has taken the fight to the clinch.
#TD#
Wheeler decides to pull guard.
Voin pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Wheeler is keeping the position for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Wheeler lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##T1#
Wheeler wants to control from the top but Voin keeps moving.
Voin pulls Wheeler in close to his closed guard and prevents Wheeler from doing any damage or advancing position.
Voin 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.
Voin pulls Wheeler in close to prevent any damage.
Wheeler trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Wheeler is working hard here to advance position.
Voin wants to sweep here but Wheeler controlling him for the moment.
Wheeler looking to pass the guard.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Voin managing to control the position. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T3#
Wheeler connects with a good right hand that stumbles Voin. Voin circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Voin tries to clinch but Wheeler moves out of range. #CL2#
Voin clinches with his opponent.
#TD#
Wheeler pulls Voin into guard.
#SUB#
Voin got a little sloppy there for a moment and Wheeler has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Voin has managed to get both his arms back between Wheeler's legs - danger averted.
Wheeler lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Wheeler looking to pass the guard.
Wheeler works a leg free and moves into half guard. #T4#
Voin wants to get back to full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Voin controlling the position for now.
Voin won't allow Wheeler to pass to mount.
Voin makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Voin.
Wheeler looking to sit in guard and control but Voin gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Wheeler looking to control.
#SUB#
Wheeler throws his legs up looking for a submission but Voin uses it to pass to side control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Rylan Wheeler dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Zima Voin's cut.
That's time! Wheeler's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Voin misses with a lunging right hand
and Wheeler counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Wheeler is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Voin can do to turn this around?
Voin tries to clinch but Wheeler moves away
and Wheeler counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Voin thinking.
Wheeler looks to score with a jab to the body but Voin is just out of range.
Voin on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Voin throws a lazy uppercut
and Wheeler counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A big left from Wheeler misses.
Voin drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Wheeler defends it well.#CL2#
Voin closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #BC2#
Voin manages to break the clinch.
Voin jabs Wheeler right on the nose. Wheeler blinks but takes it well.
Zima Voin seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wheeler circles away from the clinch attempt.
Wheeler tries a head kick but it misses.
Nice body punch from Voin.
Wheeler blocks a jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Voin is looking to clinch but Wheeler is avoiding it.
Wheeler went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.#T1#
Voin with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Voin tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Wheeler paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Wheeler is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Voin fails with the takedown
and Wheeler counters with a nice body shot.
Voin tries to clinch there but Wheeler circles away.
Rylan Wheeler is winning the standup battle so far.
Voin fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Wheeler displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Wheeler keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Rylan Wheeler has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Zima Voin.
Wheeler's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Voin connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Wheeler scrambles back to his feet.#T2#
Voin tries to move into range but Wheeler moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Voin swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Voin is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Wheeler.
Wheeler throws a series of punches but Voin avoids them all with ease.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Wheeler looks to land a body kick but Voin moved away.#CL2#
Voin gets in close and instigates a clinch. #TD#
Wheeler has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Voin uses from the top position. #SUB#
Wheeler has an active guard here but Voin has managed to pass into half guard.
Wheeler is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Cant Lose MMA, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Voin looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Wheeler wants to control but Voin is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T3##SUB#
Wheeler looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Voin tries to pass the half guard into mount. Wheeler knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB#
Wheeler looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Voin pushes past his half guard into mount!
Voin controlling from mount. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Wheeler is trying desperately to improve position.
Voin controlling the pace for now.
Voin can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Wheeler is looking to escape.
Voin with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Rylan Wheeler will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Zima Voin's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Wheeler scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.#CL2#
Voin clinches up with Wheeler and pushes him back against the cage.#TD2#
Voin has picked Wheeler up - he's going for a ride! Voin dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.#SUB#
Wheeler is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Voin pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Wheeler looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Wheeler looking for a kimura from the bottom but Voin passes into side control!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wheeler is looking for a sweep.#T1#
You can see the frustration on Wheeler's face as Voin controls the position.
Wheeler can't do much from the bottom here.
Wheeler sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Voin is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Wheeler is trying to reverse the position but instead Voin has taken his back - oops!
Zima Voin has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Let's hope that Voin 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.
I really don't envy Wheeler right now.
Voin is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
I really don't envy Wheeler right now.
#T3#
Wheeler trying to control the position but Voin manages to sink in the hooks.
Voin keeps control of the position as Wheeler tries to break free.
#SUB2#
Wheeler showing good submission defense here.
Wheeler wants to escape the position.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
#T4#
Voin is continuing to stall.
Wheeler trying to control but not successfully.
Voin has the hooks in. Wheeler is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rylan Wheeler is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
And that's the end of the fight!
Zima Voin comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Wheeler 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 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 29:28
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 29:28
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Rylan Wheeler!
Rylan Wheeler took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Stoner's Killer Apparel for their support in the buildup to the fight. |
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Event:
RISE 194: Goodman v Mesquita 2
Date: Sep 02, 2023 |
#R1#
Wheeler on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Beneke staying out of range there.
Beneke slips a straight right by Wheeler.
Wheeler slips a jab from Beneke.
Beneke ducks under a wild hook from Wheeler.
Beneke tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Wheeler was well out of range. Poor timing from Beneke.
Beneke looks to land a combination but Wheeler avoids it well.
Beneke throws a looping overhand right but Wheeler ducks down to avoid it.
Beneke throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Beneke finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Wheeler looks to throw the jab but Beneke is out of range.
Beneke tests Wheeler's chin there with a solid looking shot.
An inside leg kick from Beneke misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A punch combination from Beneke misses.
Wheeler misses the jab.
Beneke catches Wheeler with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Wheeler swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Beneke connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Wheeler momentarily.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Beneke uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.#T1#
Decent striking displayed by Beneke there.
Beneke throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Wheeler uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Beneke.
Wheeler lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Wheeler throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Beneke misses with a hook
and Wheeler counters with a straight right hand.
Wheeler jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Beneke pushes Wheeler away with a front kick.
Beneke throws a right hand that Wheeler ducks under and follows up with a left that Wheeler also avoids with ease.
Wheeler uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Beneke.
Mark Beneke seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Beneke cracks Wheeler with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Wheeler takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Beneke throws a series of punches but Wheeler moves out of range.
Wheeler swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Rylan Wheeler is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Beneke lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Wheeler ducks under a wild hook from Beneke.
Beneke rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Wheeler counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T2#
Beneke misses with a hook. Wheeler ducked under it nicely.
Beneke throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Wheeler thuds a left hand into Beneke's body.
Wheeler ducks under a wild hook from Beneke.
Beneke misses with a left hand #KD#
and Wheeler counters with a head kick that drops Beneke to the mat! Beneke scrambles across the canvas and gets back to his feet, still wobbly!
Wheeler takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Wheeler swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Wheeler gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Beneke.
Beneke walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Beneke pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
As Beneke backs away, Wheeler returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
We've been told by Wheeler's head coaches at Cant Lose MMA that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Wheeler blocks a jab.
Wheeler uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Beneke.
Beneke cracks Wheeler with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
A decent looking cross lands there for Beneke.
Beneke gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Beneke lands with a right hand. #T3#
A punch combination from Beneke misses.
Beneke scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Wheeler doesn't seem bothered though.
Beneke throws a combination that misses
and Wheeler counters with a stiff right hand.
Beneke throws a right hand that misses
and Wheeler counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Beneke thows a left - swing and a miss!
Beneke throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Wheeler was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Wheeler scores with a punch to the head.
A swing and a miss from Beneke.
Wheeler is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Wheeler tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Beneke was well out of range. Poor timing from Wheeler.
Wheeler throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Beneke throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
A big right from Wheeler misses.
Beneke slips under a jab from Wheeler.
Wheeler has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Wheeler there as he acknowledges the shot.
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!
A big right from Wheeler misses.
Wheeler throws a shot from downtown. Beneke moves away and avoids it.#T4#
Beneke throws a big shot that misses.
Beneke misses with an attempted mid kick.
Beneke scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Wheeler swings for the body but Beneke moves out of range.
Beneke looks to throw the jab but Wheeler is out of range.
Beneke wants to slow Wheeler down by chopping away at his legs.
A swing and a miss from Beneke.
Wheeler bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Beneke throws a solid leg kick but Wheeler takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Beneke.
Beneke throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
It looked like Wheeler wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Beneke misses with a body shot.
Beneke misses with a wild body shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Wheeler ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Wheeler misses with a hook.
Wheeler thuds his right hand into Beneke's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Beneke throws a lazy uppercut
and Wheeler cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mark Beneke dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Beneke scores with a nice head shot.
Sloppy strikes from Beneke. Those never looked like landing.
Wheeler misses with a series of wild punches.
Wheeler is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Beneke.
Wheeler uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Beneke.
Beneke throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Beneke throws a leg kick but Wheeler moved away.
Beneke jabbing away but nothing is landing.
The fighters circling - Beneke throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Beneke lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters circling - Beneke throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Beneke looks to land a left hand but Wheeler moved out of range nicely.
Wheeler checks a low kick from Beneke.
Beneke throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Wheeler ducks right into an uppercut from Beneke. #T1#
Beneke throws out a loose jab but Wheeler uses good head movement to avoid it.
Beneke has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Beneke tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Wheeler was well out of range. Poor timing from Beneke.
A shot to the body from Beneke misses
and Wheeler counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Wheeler looks to land a left hand but Beneke moved out of range nicely.
Beneke shoots in looking for a takedown. Wheeler tries to sprawl out of it but Beneke keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Wheeler manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Wheeler will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
A swing and a miss from Beneke.
Wheeler walks into a stiff left hand from Beneke.
Wheeler keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Beneke.
A slapping leg kick lands for Beneke.
Nice defenses there by Beneke.
Beneke looks to throw the jab but Wheeler is out of range.
Good leg kick by Beneke. #T2#
Beneke misses with a hook.
Beneke throws a poor cross that misses
and Wheeler counters with a leg kick.
Wheeler throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
The fighters circling - Wheeler throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Wheeler throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
The fighters circling - Beneke throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A nice combination there by Beneke.
Wheeler steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Beneke.
Wheeler was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
A slow jab from Wheeler misses its intended target.
A swing and a miss from Wheeler.
Beneke misses with a straight right.
Wheeler throws a counter high kick but Beneke was just alert enough to avoid it.
Wheeler takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Wheeler bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Beneke's head backwards.
Beneke lands a jab to Wheeler's midsection.
Beneke lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Beneke misses with a looping right.
Wheeler swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.#T3#
Wheeler ducks under a wild hook from Beneke.
Wheeler walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Wheeler takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Beneke waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Wheeler.
Beneke checks a low kick from Wheeler.
Wheeler pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Beneke's jab looks to have found its range, popping Wheeler under the eye.
Beneke throws a body kick that misses.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Wheeler might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Beneke tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Wheeler was well out of range. Poor timing from Beneke.
Wheeler looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Wheeler bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Beneke throws a sloppy body shot
and Wheeler counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Wheeler waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Beneke.
A slow jab from Wheeler misses its intended target.
Wheeler steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Beneke.
Wheeler swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T4#
Beneke throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Wheeler sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Beneke throws the left hand but Wheeler avoids the punch easily.
Beneke lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A telegraphed right hand from Beneke misses the target.
An attempted straight right counter from Wheeler misses the target.
Beneke pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Beneke rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Wheeler moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Beneke throws the left hand but Wheeler avoids the punch easily.
Beneke lands a lovely overhand right.
Wheeler thows a left - swing and a miss!
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Beneke.
A looping hook to the body misses from Beneke. Wheeler does a little dance to reset his feet.
Beneke dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A big left from Beneke misses.
Nice cross by Beneke.
Beneke throws a big shot that misses.
Beneke misses with a hook.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mark Beneke showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
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. This is the final round!#R3#
Beneke slips a straight right by Wheeler.
Beneke lands a jab to the nose.
Beneke slips under a jab.
A swing and a miss from Beneke.
Wheeler's corner calls for a 1-2. Wheeler obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Wheeler takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Beneke gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Wheeler.
Beneke misses the jab.
Beneke scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Beneke will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Beneke thows a left - swing and a miss!
It looked like Wheeler wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wheeler showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Beneke.
Beneke misses with a hook.
Beneke misses with a hook
and Wheeler counters with a nice uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Beneke gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Wheeler counters with a nice uppercut. #T1#
Beneke with a nice cross.
Wheeler uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Beneke.
Wheeler throws a head kick but Beneke moves out of range.
Wheeler moves out of range of the strikes.
A punch combination from Beneke misses.
Beneke throws a nice outside leg kick.
Wheeler throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Beneke throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Wheeler sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A jab from Beneke misses.
Wheeler uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Beneke.
Beneke moves out of range as Wheeler strikes.
Wheeler missing with a left hand there. Beneke was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Beneke misses with an uppercut
and Wheeler counters with a one-two to the body.
That kick from Beneke tenderised Wheeler's leg. Wheeler is trying to keep his angry face on.
Wheeler looks to score with a jab to the body but Beneke is just out of range.#T2#
Beneke scores with a nice strike.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Beneke stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Beneke throws the left hand but Wheeler avoids the punch easily.
An attempted straight right counter from Wheeler misses the target.
Wheeler loads up on a big right hand but Beneke slips the punch.
Wheeler ducks under a wild hook from Beneke.
Beneke waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Wheeler.
Wheeler lands with an overhand left.
Jab from Wheeler.#ROC#Beneke is rocked!
Wheeler moves out of range of the body kick from Beneke.
Beneke lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Beneke lands a nice shot that snaps Wheeler's head back.
Beneke getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Beneke misses with a body shot.
Beneke swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Wheeler counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Beneke thinking.
Beneke takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Wheeler uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Beneke.
Wheeler throws a big counter combination but Beneke scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.#T3#
Wheeler throws a looping overhand right but Beneke ducks down to avoid it.
Beneke missing with a left hand there. Wheeler was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Beneke lands a jab to the nose.
Mark Beneke seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Beneke is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Wheeler.
Wheeler tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Wheeler tries to land a leg kick but Beneke saw it coming and moves away.
Beneke throws a wild body kick that Wheeler sees coming a mile off.
Beneke misses with an uppercut
and Wheeler cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Wheeler walks into a left hand.
Wheeler looks to throw the jab but Beneke is out of range.
Wheeler connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Beneke lands a nice leg kick that just misses Wheeler's sensitive parts.
Jab by Beneke.
Wheeler throws a jab but it's blocked by Beneke. #T4#
Beneke throws out a loose jab but Wheeler uses good head movement to avoid it.
Beneke swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Wheeler throwing a counter right hand but Beneke manages to avoid it.
Beneke moves into range and connects with a jab.
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!
Wheeler throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Beneke misses with a looping left.
Beneke throws a solid leg kick but Wheeler takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Beneke.
It looked like Wheeler wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Beneke feints a jab promting Wheeler to slip. Beneke then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Wheeler slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Beneke connects with a nice looking jab.
A slow jab from Wheeler misses its intended target.
A little jabbing left from Beneke on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Mark Beneke is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Beneke throws a shot from downtown. Wheeler moves away and avoids it.
Wheeler keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Beneke.
Wheeler looks to score with a jab to the body but Beneke is just out of range.
Beneke takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Rylan Wheeler has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Beneke jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
And that's the end of the fight!
Mark Beneke comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Beneke has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. 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 Ben Watson scores the fight 27:30
Judge Darius Henderson scores the fight 27:30
Judge Donatello Bradman scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mark Beneke!
Mark Beneke decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way. |
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Event:
RISE 183
Date: Jul 01, 2023 |
#R1#
Kakuzo looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Wheeler only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Wheeler slips under a jab.
It seemed like Wheeler was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Wheeler misses with a few strikes there.
#TD#
Kakuzo fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Wheeler sprawls well initially but Kakuzo persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #SUB#
Kakuzo is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Wheeler manages to get to full guard.
#SUB2#
Kakuzo content to sit in guard, stalling... Great. Oh but he could get punished here because Wheeler has locked up a guillotine! Wheeler's face is contorted as he sqeezes tight on the submission attempt - will he finish? Kakuzo is holding on here and Wheeler must be using up a lot of energy. Kakuzo has gone limp! He's out! He's out cold! Wheeler gets to his feet, tossing aside his stricken foe. Arms raised, he milks the applause from the crowd. Great submission!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Rylan Wheeler!
Rylan Wheeler made sure to mention his sponsor, Stoner's Killer Apparel in his post fight interview. |
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Event:
TWGC 39 (170lbs, D3): Finals - Round 1
Date: May 24, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Tatu Lehto! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Rylan Wheeler!
The judges for this bout are John Roberts, Alyssa Summers and Eddie Farnsworth.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL2#
Wheeler drives through and clinches with Lehto against the cage.
Lehto tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Wheeler just stands there and leans against the cage.#TD2#
Wheeler manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Lehto trying to control the position from guard on top but Wheeler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Wheeler escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Lehto gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Wheeler is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Lehto defends well.#SUB2#
Wheeler is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Lehto is aware though and is defending well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Wheeler isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Lehto stacks Wheeler on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Lehto! Score +3 for passing guard: Lehto (3) vs (0) Wheeler
Lehto wants to lay and pray for a moment but Wheeler keeps working. #T1#
Lehto is really struggling to control Wheeler but he's trying to hold on to the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Wheeler tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Lehto wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Wheeler is not content to let Lehto control the position.
Wheeler sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Wheeler is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Lehto pulls his head out easily.
Lehto passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Lehto (6) vs (0) Wheeler
Wheeler is working to get back to half guard.
#T3#
Wheeler has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Lehto content just to control the position here.
Lehto's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Wheeler tries to hold on but Lehto pushes him away.
Wheeler regains half guard.
Wheeler tries to roll over but Lehto keeps him under control.#T4#
Lehto controlling the pace. #SUB2#
Wheeler looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Wheeler wants to get back to full guard.
Lehto controlling the pace.
Lehto trying to control the action but Wheeler is working from the bottom. #T5#
Wheeler trying to hold on to Lehto's head to control him but Lehto postures up.
#SUB2#
Wheeler looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Wheeler looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Wheeler looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T6##SUB2#
Wheeler is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Lehto pulls his head out easily.
Wheeler is pressing down on Lehto's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Lehto pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Wheeler is keeping the position for now.
Lehto 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.
Lehto being controlled here momentarily.
Lehto is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T7##SUB2#
Wheeler has his foot on Lehto's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Lehto works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Wheeler working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Lehto has passed into half guard!
Lehto is controlling the pace.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Wheeler looking for submissions off his back.#T8#
Wheeler trying to control from the bottom.
Lehto seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Wheeler does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB2#
Wheeler looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Wheeler is looking to control Lehto's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Wheeler avoid being mounted?
Wheeler wants to get back to full guard.#T9#
Lehto trying to pass the guard but Wheeler defending well.
Lehto prevents Wheeler from improving his position.
Wheeler is refusing to be controlled, as Lehto sits in half guard. #SUB2#
Wheeler looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Wheeler is looking for a sweep. Lehto is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Lehto trying to control the pace. #T10##SUB2#
Wheeler is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Lehto pulls his head out easily.
Wheeler moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB2#
Lehto got a little sloppy there for a moment and Wheeler has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Lehto has managed to get both his arms back between Wheeler's legs - danger averted.
Lehto trying to control the position from guard on top but Wheeler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Wheeler looking for a sweep. Not yet Wheeler, not yet. #T11#
Lehto forces his way into half guard.
Wheeler tries to get to full guard but Lehto has control of the leg.
Lehto trying to control the pace.
Lehto trying to mount his opponent but Wheeler defends it. #T12#
Lehto controlling the action here.
The fighters are battling for position here. Wheeler manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB2#
Wheeler had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Lehto defends it easily.#SUB2#
Wheeler isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Lehto stacks Wheeler on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Lehto! Score +3 for passing guard: Lehto (9) vs (0) Wheeler#T13#
Wheeler tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Lehto wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Lehto taking a breather here.
Wheeler is looking to regain half guard here but Lehto keeps moving and retains side control.
Wheeler is still trying to improve position.#T14#
A lull in the action here.
Wheeler tries to bench press Lehto off him but Lehto keeps the position.
Lehto staying calm.
Wheeler manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lehto (9) vs (2) Wheeler
And that's the end of the fight!
Lehto takes the fight on points by 9 to 2.
Tatu Lehto really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that FinnFighter Nutrition (Five 160Q supps!) logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty. |
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Event:
TWGC 39 (170lbs, D3): Los Angeles Qualifier - Round 2
Date: May 16, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Rylan Wheeler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Kyle Gable!
The judges for this bout are Don Winkell, Jack Bonds and Frank Antenori.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Gable gets tackled into the cage by Wheeler. Wheeler maintains the clinch. #TD#
Wheeler drags the fight down to the ground.
#SUB#
Wheeler escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Gable gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Wheeler keeping full guard, as Gable tries to pass. #SUB#
Wheeler throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Gable passes Wheeler's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Gable wants to free his trapped foot but Wheeler is holding on for dear life with his legs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Gable is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Wheeler is just riding it out for now. Gable eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
Gable is trying to work for a kimura but Wheeler is defending well.
#T1##SUB#
Wheeler actively working from the bottom here.
Gable tries to pass the half guard into mount. Wheeler knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB#
Wheeler looking for submissions off his back.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
The fighters are battling for position here. Wheeler manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Gable looking to pass the guard. #T2##SUB2#
Gable has gone for a leg lock! Wheeler slips out almost immediately though and dives into Gable's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Wheeler (2) vs (0) Gable
Wheeler stopping the sweep attempt from Gable.#SUB2#
Gable looking for subs off his back but Wheeler has passed one foot through into half guard.
#SUB#
Gable is defending against the submission attempts here by Wheeler.
Gable trying to get back to full guard but Wheeler takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Wheeler (5) vs (0) Gable#SUB#
Wheeler working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Wheeler looking to control but Gable is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T3#
Gable gets back to half guard.
Gable gets back to full guard.
Gable wants to sweep here but Wheeler controlling him for the moment.
Wheeler trying to control the position from guard on top but Gable is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Wheeler won't allow Gable to sweep him here. #SUB2#
Gable isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Wheeler stacks Gable on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Wheeler! Score +3 for passing guard: Wheeler (8) vs (0) Gable
Wheeler advances nicely into full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Wheeler (10) vs (0) Gable
Gable manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Wheeler is looking to take a break and control but Gable is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Wheeler sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Gable is in trouble now - Wheeler has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Wheeler (13) vs (0) Gable#T4#
Gable is wriggling around trying to escape.
Wheeler wants to take Gable's back but he can't do it this time.
Gable is looking to improve his position but Wheeler isn't that keen on the idea.
Gable sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Gable is looking to improve his position.
Wheeler trying to control from half guard but Gable is working away.
Gable wants to get back to full guard but Wheeler has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Wheeler (16) vs (0) Gable#SUB#
Gable wants to improve his position, back to half guard but Wheeler has ideas of his own. He's got hold of Gable's far side arm and it looks like he's got an Americana. Ohh! Ohhhh! OOOOOOOOOH! A human being's arm is not meant to bend like that! Gable is tapping like a morse code operator on the Titanic! SOS SOS! He's out of here! Great win for Wheeler!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Rylan Wheeler!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Rylan Wheeler made sure he mentioned Champion Apparel, along with how happy he was to win his fight. |
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Event:
TWGC 39 (170lbs, D3): Los Angeles Qualifier - Round 1
Date: May 15, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Kai Blackburn! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Rylan Wheeler!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Frank Antenori and Jack Bonds.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Blackburn misses with a takedown #CL2#
and Wheeler holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Blackburn drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
#TD2#
Wheeler jumps guard.
Blackburn looking to pass the guard.
Blackburn trying to control but Wheeler is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Wheeler looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB2#
Wheeler escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Blackburn gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Wheeler is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Blackburn defends well.
Blackburn trying to control but Wheeler is working from the bottom. #T1#
Blackburn pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Wheeler is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Wheeler is looking for a triangle but Blackburn pushes his legs off easily.
Blackburn trying to control the position from guard on top but Wheeler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Blackburn trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Wheeler looking for a guillotine here but Blackburn defends easily.
Blackburn wants to control from the top but Wheeler keeps moving. #T2#
Wheeler is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#SUB2#
Wheeler had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Blackburn defends it easily.
Wheeler keeping moving, preventing Blackburn from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Blackburn drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Wheeler manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Blackburn has Wheeler in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Blackburn (0) vs (2) Wheeler#SUB#
Blackburn throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#T3##SUB#
Blackburn is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Wheeler pushing down on Blackburn's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Wheeler moves into full mount! Blackburn won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Blackburn (0) vs (5) Wheeler
Blackburn gets back to half guard.
Blackburn is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Wheeler's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Wheeler's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Blackburn (4) vs (5) Wheeler
Wheeler looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment. #SUB#
Blackburn is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Wheeler is defending well though. Blackburn let's go of the attempt for now.
Wheeler is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#T4##SUB#
Wheeler fending off the submission attempt from Blackburn.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Blackburn has got his arm under Wheeler's chin working for the choke… has he got it? It looks pretty tight! Oh! Wheeler has spun round into Blackburn's guard beautifully! Well done that man!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Blackburn (4) vs (7) Wheeler
Wheeler pushes down on Blackburn's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Blackburn is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Wheeler is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T5##SUB#
Blackburn looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Wheeler tries to pass the half guard into mount. Blackburn knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB2#
Wheeler seems to be looking for submissions.
Wheeler is thwarting Blackburn's attempts to control the position.#SUB2#
Wheeler is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T6##SUB2#
Wheeler is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Blackburn defends it well.
Wheeler prevents Blackburn from improving his position.
Wheeler content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T7#
Blackburn has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Wheeler is working away from the top position though.
Blackburn works his way to full guard. Good work.
Blackburn keeping full guard, as Wheeler tries to pass.
Blackburn looking to control.
Blackburn wants to control but Wheeler passes easily into half guard.
#SUB2#
Wheeler is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Blackburn defends it well.
Blackburn trying to control from the bottom.
Blackburn is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Wheeler keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#T8#
Wheeler works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Blackburn (4) vs (10) Wheeler
Blackburn working to try and regain half guard.
Wheeler looking to control and managing it successfully.
Blackburn is trying desperately to improve position.
Wheeler is dominating on the ground here - he's now on his opponent's back, looking to sink in the hooks. Blackburn is in real trouble.
Score +3 for taking back: Blackburn (4) vs (13) Wheeler
Wheeler controlling well, preventing Blackburn from escaping the position.
#SUB2#
Wheeler is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Blackburn is defending well though. Wheeler let's go of the attempt for now.#T9##SUB2#
Wheeler looking for the RNC.
Wheeler avoiding Blackburn 's attempts to control his hands.
Blackburn tries to escape but Wheeler has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #SUB2#
Wheeler working for a choke but Blackburn is defending well.
Blackburn wants to escape the position.
#SUB2#
Wheeler is working on the RNC. He looks like he's got it but Blackburn won't tap... Oh, he's out! The ref rips Wheeler off his unconscious opponent!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 10:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Rylan Wheeler!
Rylan Wheeler gave a mention to Champion Apparel in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales). |
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Event:
TD 21
Date: Mar 25, 2023 |
#R1#
Belmond walks into a stiff left hand from Wheeler.#CUT#It looks like Itziar Belmond has been cut.
Wheeler falls off balance throwing a combination
and Belmond counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
The fighters circling - Wheeler throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Wheeler rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Belmond cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Belmond tries to clinch but Wheeler moves away
and Wheeler connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
We've been told by Wheeler's head coaches at Cant Lose MMA that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
A combination from Wheeler does no damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Belmond tries to clinch there but Wheeler circles away.
Wheeler misses with a combination
and Belmond counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Wheeler thinking. #T1#
Belmond misses with a straight right.
Belmond lands a high kick!
#CUT2#It looks like Rylan Wheeler has been cut.
Wheeler misses with an uppercut
#CL2#
and Belmond holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Wheeler blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Belmond misses with an elbow over the top.
Wheeler dodges an elbow strike from Belmond.
Wheeler is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Belmond lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Belmond goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Belmond misses with a punch to the body.
Wheeler's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Wheeler working hard to break the clinch.
Wheeler wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#T2##BC#
Wheeler breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Wheeler lands a body shot.
Wheeler waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Belmond.
Wheeler throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A countering left hand to the body from Belmond misses.
Rylan Wheeler seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Belmond slips under a jab.
A head kick by Belmond misses
and Wheeler counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
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!
Wheeler throws a head kick but Belmond moves out of range.
Belmond looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Wheeler looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Wheeler feints and then cracks Belmond's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Belmond down. #T3#
Wheeler rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Wheeler misses with a double jab.
Belmond counters with a body kick.
Wheeler misses with a head kick.
Belmond shapes to counter with a head kick.
Wheeler connects with a right hand. Belmond shakes it off.
Belmond is looking to clinch but Wheeler is avoiding it.
Wheeler lands with a good body shot.
Wheeler jabs at Belmond's body.
Belmond displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Wheeler throws out the jab.
Belmond thinks about the counter body kick.#T4#
Wheeler misses with the combination.
Belmond misses with a body kick.
Wheeler bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Wheeler throws a body punch but Belmond moves out of range.
Belmond is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Belmond jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Wheeler misses with a straight right.
Wheeler steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Belmond.
Wheeler appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Rylan Wheeler dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Belmond swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Decent striking displayed by Wheeler there.
Wheeler scores with a jab.
No joy there for Wheeler, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Belmond tries to counter with a clinch but Wheeler shakes him off and moves away.
Wheeler lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Wheeler is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Belmond can do to turn this around?
Wheeler throws a leg kick
and Belmond counters with a kick to the head that grazes his opponent. Wheeler is lucky that one didn't land flush.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wheeler swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Belmond counters with a nice kick to the body.
Wheeler misses with a looping left.
Belmond steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Wheeler.#T1#
Wheeler throws a body shot but no joy.
Belmond misses with a few strikes there.
It looked like Wheeler wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Wheeler slips a jab and a cross from Belmond.
Wheeler misses with a hook
and Belmond counters with a nice kick to the body.
Belmond tries to move into range but Wheeler moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Belmond defending well as Wheeler loads up on a big left hand.
Belmond dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Wheeler. That did some damage!
Belmond needs to keep his hands up - Wheeler had a free shot at his head there.#T2#
Wheeler lands with a cross.
Wheeler throws an overhand right that lands on Belmond's shoulder, as Belmond tries to avoid the shot.
Belmond steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Wheeler.
Wheeler swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Belmond wants to counter with a clinch but Wheeler pushes him away.
Jab from Wheeler.
Wheeler throws a sloppy head kick
and Belmond counters with a nice uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Belmond uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Wheeler.
A countering left hand to the body from Belmond misses.
Wheeler throws a jab but it's blocked by Belmond.
Belmond shapes to counter with a head kick.
Belmond throws out a powerful jab.#T3#
Wheeler uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.#ROC#Belmond is rocked!
BOOM! Wheeler lands a beautiful left hook that drops Belmond. Belmond tries to recover but Wheeler is having none of it, landing more punishing shots from mount. One final crushing shot and Belmond lies motionless on the canvas. The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:18 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Rylan Wheeler!
Rylan Wheeler gave a mention to Champion Apparel in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales). |
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Event:
TD 18
Date: Feb 25, 2023 |
#R1#
Susskind misses the jab.
Wheeler looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Nice shot lands for Wheeler.
Susskind misses with a right hand
and Wheeler counters with a nice uppercut.
Susskind closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Wheeler moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
A punch combination from Susskind misses.
Susskind uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Wheeler.
An attempted straight right counter from Susskind misses the target.
Wheeler ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Susskind moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Susskind dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Wheeler loads up on a big right hand but Susskind slips the punch.
Susskind throwing a counter right hand but Wheeler manages to avoid it.
Wheeler rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Susskind counters with a nice uppercut. #T1#
A telegraphed right hand from Wheeler misses the target.
Wheeler misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Wheeler swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Susskind counters with a three punch combo that has Wheeler backing up. Wheeler nods at Susskind to acknowledge the strikes.
Susskind has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Monkey Magic in the buildup to the fight.
Wheeler misses with a head kick.
Susskind with a hook.#CUT#It looks like Rylan Wheeler has been cut.
Susskind swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Wheeler looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Wheeler looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Susskind lets loose with a powerful body kick. Wheeler will feel that in the morning.
Wheeler pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A telegraphed right hand from Susskind misses the target. #T2#
Susskind tries a head kick but it misses.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Susskind - that will leave a mark!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nice shot lands for Susskind.
Susskind swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Wheeler makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Wheeler lands a jab.
Susskind misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Wheeler.
Susskind lands a nice shot that snaps Wheeler's head back.
Wheeler moves away from the strike by Susskind.
A jab lands there for Susskind.
Susskind lands a nice shot that snaps Wheeler's head back.
#T3#
Wheeler misses with a straight left.
Wheeler throws an off balance right hand
and Susskind counters with a left to the body.
Ohhhhh! A huge head kick from Susskind! Wheeler is out on his feet! Susskind rushes in and throws more strikes. The ref is looking closely - Wheeler is covering up but the punishment is just too much and the ref steps in to stop the fight! Wheeler is staring into space, just thankful that the beatdown has ended. Brutal finish.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Leonard Susskind!
Leonard Susskind thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
TD 13:
Date: Jan 20, 2023 |
#R1#
Kakuzo throws a head kick that misses
and Wheeler counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Nakagome Kakuzo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kakuzo tries to clinch but Wheeler moves out of range.
Kakuzo lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Wheeler takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Wheeler thuds a left hand into Kakuzo's body.
Kakuzo pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Left hook, right uppercut from Kakuzo.
Kakuzo tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Wheeler checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Kakuzo scores with a kick to the midsection.
Kakuzo wants to clinch.
Wheeler was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#T1#
Wheeler throws a series of punches but Kakuzo avoids them all with ease.
Kakuzo throws a lazy head kick
and Wheeler counters with a straight right hand.
Kakuzo is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Wheeler is looking to counter punch.
Kakuzo with a hook.
Kakuzo fails with an attempt to clinch.
Kakuzo pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Kakuzo darts in trying to clinch
and Kakuzo takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T2#
Kakuzo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Wheeler moves away.
Kakuzo misses with an uppercut
and Wheeler makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Kakuzo is looking to clinch but Wheeler is avoiding it.
As Kakuzo looks to move away, Wheeler throws a big counter combo but Kakuzo just gets out of the way.
Kakuzo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Wheeler.
Kakuzo misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Wheeler swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Kakuzo will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
#CL2#
Kakuzo has taken the fight to the clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!#BC#
Wheeler breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#T3#
Kakuzo changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Wheeler tries to avoid it but Kakuzo manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Wheeler to the ground. Wheeler escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Kakuzo misses with a straight left.
Kakuzo is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Wheeler throws a big counter combination but Kakuzo scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Kakuzo misses with an uppercut
and Wheeler counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CUT#It looks like Nakagome Kakuzo has been cut.
Wheeler takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Wheeler avoids a punch combination nicely.
Wheeler works over Kakuzo's head and body with a nice combination.
Kakuzo jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T4#
Kakuzo bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Kakuzo goes for a double leg but Wheeler avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Wheeler continues to drive forward.
Kakuzo misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Wheeler went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Wheeler connects with a crisp jab.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kakuzo throws a body shot but no joy. #CL2#
Kakuzo forces Wheeler back against the cage and clinches.#BC#
Wheeler breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
We've been told by Wheeler's head coaches at LA Training Center that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Kakuzo shoots in for a takedown but Wheeler shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Rylan Wheeler has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nakagome Kakuzo.
Nice jab there from Wheeler.
Kakuzo tries to land a body kick
and Wheeler counters with a straight right hand.
Wheeler misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Kakuzo drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Wheeler defends it well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Rylan Wheeler will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Nakagome Kakuzo's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Kakuzo throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
An attempted straight right counter from Wheeler misses the target.
Kakuzo swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kakuzo getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Wheeler takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Wheeler throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kakuzo tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Wheeler avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Wheeler just misses with a punch to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wheeler is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
The fighters circling - Kakuzo throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Wheeler punishes Kakuzo's body with a nice straight punch.#T1#
Kakuzo fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Wheeler checks it well.
Kakuzo shoots in but no luck this time.
Kakuzo looks to throw the jab but Wheeler is out of range.
Wheeler is looking to counter punch.
Good work by Wheeler as he checks the leg kick.
Kakuzo misses with a double jab
and Wheeler counters with a nice uppercut.
Kakuzo fails with a takedown attempt.
Rylan Wheeler is winning the standup battle so far.
Wheeler avoids the head kick by Kakuzo.
Kakuzo tries a head kick but it misses.
Wheeler works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#T2#
Kakuzo throws a left and a right that both miss
and Wheeler counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Wheeler listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Kakuzo falls off balance throwing a combination
and Wheeler counters with a right hand to the body.
Kakuzo misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Wheeler.
Wheeler appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Wheeler's jab looks to have found its range, popping Kakuzo under the eye.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Wheeler scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Wheeler is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kakuzo can do to turn this around?#KD#
Wheeler drops Kakuzo with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Kakuzo looks back up at him and smiles so Wheeler waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.
#ROC#Kakuzo is rocked!
Wheeler closes the distance and lands a vicious right hand that drops Kakuzo! Wheeler dives in looking to finish! Kakuzo is still trying to defend himself but he's taking too many shots and the referee has no choice but to stop the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Rylan Wheeler!
After the big win, Rylan Wheeler made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Champion Apparel and telling the interviewer how much he loves him. |
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Event:
TD 11
Date: Dec 30, 2022 |
#R1#
Nice takedown defense from Wheeler. No joy for Mamontov on that attempt.
Wheeler scores with a jab to the body.
Mamontov doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Mamontov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
We've been hearing reports that Mamontov has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.#KD2#
Oooooh!!! Wheeler has knocked Mamontov down with a huge combo! Wheeler steps away and waves a wobbly Mamontov back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#ROC2#Mamontov is rocked!#CUT2#It looks like Slon Mamontov has been cut.#TD#
Mamontov gets a double leg takedown into Wheeler's guard.
Oh Mamontov is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Wheeler wants to stand up but Mamontov is controlling him.
Wheeler keeping moving, preventing Mamontov from controlling successfully.
Mamontov seems to have got his legs back now.
Mamontov is stalling in the full guard.
Mamontov trying to control the position from guard on top but Wheeler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Mamontov slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T1#
Wheeler is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Mamontov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Mamontov stops Wheeler from standing up. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Mamontov looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Slon Mamontov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Mamontov fails to land the takedown.
Wheeler looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Wheeler throws a jab but it's blocked by Mamontov.
Mamontov half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Mamontov is defended easily by Wheeler.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Mamontov shoots in for a double leg but Wheeler sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Mamontov fails with the takedown
letting Wheeler counter with a right hand.
Wheeler connects with a body shot.
Slon Mamontov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Mamontov with a poor takedown
and Mamontov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Mamontov with a poor takedown
and Wheeler counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Mamontov shoots and misses
and Wheeler counters with a crisp right that sends Mamontov to the canvas! Wheeler follows up with punches from the mount and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Rylan Wheeler! |
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Event:
Gillesespie vs Maker Money #24
Date: Dec 09, 2022 |
#R1#
Solano tries to clinch up but Wheeler circles away and keeps his distance.
Wheeler was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
A jab from Wheeler finds it's way through Solano's defenses.
Wheeler definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Solano tries to land a body kick
and Wheeler counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #KD#
Wheeler lands a left and a right that sends Solano crashing to the canvas! Wheeler dives into mount looking to finish!#CUT#It looks like Justin Solano has been cut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Wheeler can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Solano is looking to escape.
Solano is trying desperately to improve position.
Solano holding onto his opponent's waist for dear life, as Wheeler tries to land some strikes to get him to release his grip.
Solano really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Wheeler. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Solano wants to hold on but Wheeler pushes him away.#T1#
Wheeler lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Wheeler sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Wheeler 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.#SUB#
Wheeler working for a guillotine from mount but Solano is in no mood to give up.
Wheeler tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Wheeler thuds his fist into the canvas! Oooouch!
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Solano can do anything to dispel that myth.
Solano tries to lock up and control but Wheeler gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Solano is working to get back to half guard.
#T2#
Solano is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Wheeler throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Solano because Wheeler loaded up on that one.
Wheeler content just to control the position here. #SUB#
Wheeler is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Solano is surviving well by controlling Wheeler's body position as best he can.
Solano is in a horrible position here, under a barrage of strikes, he's managing to avoid any damage.
Solano is looking to improve his position but Wheeler isn't that keen on the idea.
Wheeler controlling the pace for now.
A nice elbow there by Wheeler.
Solano looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#T3#
Wheeler wants to control the pace but Solano is squirming around nicely.
Wheeler throwing strikes here but Solano is writhing around nicely and avoiding any serious damage.
Wheeler lands a heavy elbow.
Solano is trying to escape but when you're mounted that's not too easy.
Solano is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Wheeler controlling his opponent.
Solano is trying desperately to improve position.#T4#
Solano tries to lock up and control but Wheeler gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Wheeler throwing strikes here but Solano is writhing around nicely and avoiding any serious damage.
Solano is wriggling around trying to escape.
Solano tries to hold on but Wheeler postures up.
Wheeler content just to control the position here.
Wheeler has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Wheeler thowing strikes but they're hitting the gloves, not doing any damage.
Wheeler tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Solano wants to hold on but Wheeler pushes him away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Rylan Wheeler dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Justin Solano's cut.
That's time! Wheeler's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Solano tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Wheeler defends well and Solano ends up having to push Wheeler into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
It looked like Wheeler was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
A head kick by Solano misses
letting Wheeler counter with a right hand.
Rylan Wheeler is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Wheeler lands a nice shot that snaps Solano's head back.
Solano throws a low kick but Wheeler moves out of range easily.
Wheeler scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
A looping hook to the body misses from Solano. Wheeler does a little dance to reset his feet.
Wheeler looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
A telegraphed right hand from Solano misses the target.
Justin Solano seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Solano looks to score with a jab to the body but Wheeler is just out of range.
As Solano looks to move away, Wheeler throws a big counter combo but Solano just gets out of the way.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wheeler looks to land a combination but Solano avoids it well.
Wheeler dips to his left and cracks Solano with an uppercut!
Nice shot lands for Wheeler.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Solano misses with a wild body shot.
Wheeler is looking for a counter combo.#T1#
Solano takes one to the chin there.
A head kick by Solano misses
and Solano takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #ROC#Solano is rocked!
Solano dodges the punch combination from Wheeler.
Solano is still on wobbly legs! Can Wheeler finish him?
Solano thows a leg kick but Wheeler checks it
and Wheeler counters with a nice uppercut.
Solano throws a sloppy head kick and Wheeler moves out of range easily.
Wheeler was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Solano seems to have recovered his senses.
Wheeler misses with the combination.
Solano misses with a double jab
and Wheeler counters with a nice body shot.
Wheeler lands with a good body shot.
No joy there for Wheeler, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Wheeler is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Solano can do to turn this around?#T2#
Solano misses with a shot to the body #KD#
and Wheeler counters with a leg kick then a big left hand that sends Solano down! Wheeler is looking to finish but Solano is intelligently defending himself.
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!#SUB2#
Solano is looking for a triangle but Wheeler pushes his legs off easily.
Solano is breathing heavily.
Wheeler controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Solano holds on and takes a little breather.
Wheeler controls from within his opponent's guard.
Wheeler continues to stall.
Wheeler with a flurry of punches that miss. #T3#
Wheeler passes Solano's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Wheeler passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Solano!
Solano can't escape the position.
Wheeler sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T4#
Solano tries to hold on but Wheeler pushes him away. #SUB#
Wheeler is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Solano is surviving well by controlling Wheeler's body position as best he can.
Solano really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Wheeler punching from mount but Solano doing a good job of avoiding damage. #SUB#
Wheeler has control of Solano's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Solano regains control of the situation pretty easily.
The referee warns Solano that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Rylan Wheeler dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Justin Solano's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3##TD2#
Solano dives in and scores a takedown into Wheeler's guard.
Wheeler 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#
Wheeler sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Solano defending well though.
Wheeler is trying to control the action in half guard but Solano is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Wheeler is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Solano punching from the bottom.
Solano tries to roll over but Wheeler keeps him under control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Solano tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Wheeler has advanced to mount. Uh oh.
Wheeler controlling from the full mount. #T1#
Solano tries to lock up and control but Wheeler gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#SUB#
Wheeler has hold of Solano's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Solano manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
#SUB#
Wheeler looking to secure an arm triangle but Solano defends it well. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Solano is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Wheeler looking to control and managing it successfully.
This is a sustained period of stalling by Wheeler.
Solano avoids a series of strikes thrown by Wheeler.
Solano wants to control but Wheeler is having none of it.#T3#
Wheeler content just to control the position here.
Wheeler continues to hold on tight.#SUB#
Wheeler has hold of Solano's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Solano manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Wheeler sends his fist crashing into the mat - the crowd let out a collective ooooooh. Let's hope he's not broken it!
Wheeler controlling his opponent.
Wheeler throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Solano because Wheeler loaded up on that one. #T4#
Solano is squirming around, avoiding Wheeler's attempts to control the action.
Wheeler unloads with some shots from mount but Solano bucks and avoids them well.
Wheeler tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Wheeler looking to control but Solano is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Wheeler controlling the position easily from mount.
Justin Solano has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Rylan Wheeler is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Rylan Wheeler overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rylan Wheeler showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Wheeler 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:26
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 30:26
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:26
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Rylan Wheeler! |
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Event:
Huang vs L i - Money #22
Date: Nov 06, 2022 |
#R1#
Wheeler leaves Plan with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#TD2#
Plan shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Wheeler throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
Plan trying to control the position from guard on top but Wheeler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Wheeler looking for a sweep. Not yet Wheeler, not yet.
Wheeler controlling Plan's posture. #SUB#
Wheeler looking for a guillotine here but Plan defends easily.
Plan controlling from the top position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Plan preventing the sweep. #T1#
Plan 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.
Plan trying to control the position from guard on top but Wheeler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Wheeler tries to strike from the bottom.
Plan trying to control the position from guard on top but Wheeler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Wheeler definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Plan walks into a left hand.
Plan with a poor takedown
and Wheeler counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Plan thinking.
Plan looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Plan shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Wheeler but Wheeler pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Rylan Wheeler has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Soul Plan.#T2#
Plan takes one to the side of the head.
Rylan Wheeler is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Wheeler fails to land with a series of punches.
Plan doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Wheeler counters with a left and a right... and another left... and another!! That last one turned off the lights! Plan has no idea who he is and is as he gazes up at the spotlights. Brutal knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:16 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Rylan Wheeler! |
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Event:
Fran vs Atunes - Money # 21
Date: Oct 03, 2022 |
#R1#
Wheeler looks to land a left hand but Hun moved out of range nicely.
Hun thinks about countering with a body kick.
Hun displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Wheeler throws out the jab.
Wheeler misses with a hook to the body
and Hun counters with a body kick.
Some wild striking there from Wheeler.
Wheeler sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Hun scores with a decent looking hook.#CUT#It looks like Rylan Wheeler has been cut.
Wheeler misses with a jab to the body
enabling Hun to counter with a crisp jab.
Rylan Wheeler seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wheeler on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Crunch! Hun slams his shin into Wheeler's torso.
Wheeler looks winded!
The fighters circle, before Hun throws a beautiful high kick that crashes into Wheeler's neck, sending him stumbling to the floor! Hun lands more strikes and forces a referee stoppage! That one ended in an instant!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Kick & Punches). Attila Hun!
Attila Hun thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
Daan vs Fran - Money # 19
Date: Sep 11, 2022 |
#R1#
Perkins lands a head kick!
#CUT2#It looks like Rylan Wheeler has been cut.
Nice jab there from Wheeler.
Perkins moves away from the strike by Wheeler.
Perkins showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Wheeler.
Perkins looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Perkins tries to land a front kick but Wheeler steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Wheeler keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Perkins takes a swing at Wheeler's ribcage but misses.
Wheeler avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
A telegraphed right hand from Perkins misses the target.
Wheeler was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wheeler throws a right and a left that both miss.
Perkins cracks Wheeler with a right hand to the side of the head.
Perkins bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Perkins misses with a wild body shot.
Perkins dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T1#
Wheeler defending well as Perkins loads up on a big left hand.
Wheeler fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Perkins manages to avoid it.
Perkins doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Perkins ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Perkins bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
A punch combination from Wheeler misses.
Perkins with a nice calf kick.
Perkins throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Wheeler misses with a double jab.
Wheeler keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Wheeler throws a left and a right that both miss
and Perkins counters with a straight right hand.
Perkins with a nice calf kick.
Perkins slips under a jab.
Perkins connects with a solid leg kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Wheeler moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.#T2#
Wheeler misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Perkins feints a counter leg kick.
The crowd cheers as Perkins lands an impressive looking overhand right. Wheeler doesn't seem phased though.
Wheeler definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Wheeler connects with a single shot there.
Perkins keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Wheeler throws a big shot that misses.
Perkins looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Wheeler tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Perkins was well out of range. Poor timing from Wheeler.
Perkins connects with a leg kick.
Wheeler takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
A looping hook to the body misses from Perkins. Wheeler does a little dance to reset his feet.
Wheeler is looking to counter punch.
Perkins moves out of range as Wheeler strikes.
Perkins now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Wheeler misses with a straight left.
The fighters circle momentarily. Perkins darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.#T3#
Perkins looks to land a combination but Wheeler avoids it well.
Perkins dodges the punch combination from Wheeler.
Wheeler throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Wheeler fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Perkins manages to avoid it.
Wheeler misses the jab.
Perkins feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Wheelers jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!#CUT2#Rylan Wheeler's cut is getting worse.
Wheeler misses with a double jab.
Perkins now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Perkins has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Wheeler rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Perkins moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Perkins.
Wheeler misses the jab.
Wheeler connects with a looping right hand.
Wheeler's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Wheeler duly obliges.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A left lands for Perkins.#T4#
Wheeler looks to land a combination but Perkins avoids it well.
Perkins looks to score with a jab to the body but Wheeler is just out of range.
Wheeler throws a body punch but Perkins moves out of range.
Perkins throws a right and a left that both miss.
Wheeler swings and misses with a shot to the body
enabling Perkins to counter with a crisp jab.
Wheeler fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Perkins throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Wheeler misses with a hook
and Perkins counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Perkins with a hook.#ROC2#Wheeler is rocked!
Perkins misses with a head kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Perkins fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Wheeler looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Perkins has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Wheeler lands with an uppercut that bounces Perkins off the cage and back into range.
A big right from Wheeler misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Slim Perkins dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Rylan Wheeler's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Perkins works Wheeler's body with a nice hook.
Perkins throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Wheeler.
Wheeler walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Oh Wheeler is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Rylan Wheeler is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Perkins misses with a head kick.
Wheeler seems to have got his legs back now.
Perkins thumps Wheeler with a low kick.
Sloppy strikes from Wheeler. Those never looked like landing.
Perkins throws a big counter head kick but Wheeler avoids it with no problem.
Perkins just misses with a punch to the body.
Perkins fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Wheeler on the side of the head.
Perkins throws a head kick that Wheeler semi-blocks.
Wheeler misses with a wild body shot.
Wheeler throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Wheeler ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Wheeler throws a body shot but no joy.
Wheeler lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#T1#
Perkins's corner calls for a 1-2. Perkins obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Wheeler's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Perkins connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Wheeler scrambles back to his feet.
Perkins displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Wheeler throws out the jab.
Perkins cracks Wheeler with a big right hand that sees him stumbling back against the cage! Wheeler falls to his knees and Perkins doesn't need a second invitatation - he rushes in and fires off several unanswered shots that force the referee to stop the fight! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:22 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Slim Perkins!
Slim Perkins thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
Adams va Simbolon - Money # 16
Date: Aug 13, 2022 |
#R1#
Wheeler falls off balance throwing a combination
and The Rock N Roll Clown counters with a nice uppercut.
Wheeler uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from The Rock N Roll Clown.
Rylan Wheeler seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The Rock N Roll Clown uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Wheeler.
Donk. The Rock N Roll Clown catches Wheeler right on the button with a cross.#CUT#It looks like Rylan Wheeler has been cut.
Sloppy strikes from Wheeler. Those never looked like landing.
A little feinted left hand from The Rock N Roll Clown on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#CL#
The Rock N Roll Clown pushes Wheeler up against the cage in a clinch.#BC#
The Rock N Roll Clown escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
The Rock N Roll Clown connects with a body shot.
Wheeler uses good head movement to avoid the hook from The Rock N Roll Clown.
Wheeler is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
The Rock N Roll Clown on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Wheeler misses with a hook
and Wheeler takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Wheeler on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Wheeler misses with a combination
letting The Rock N Roll Clown counter with a right hand.
Wheeler looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Wheeler stuns The Rock N Roll Clown with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#T1#
Wheeler misses with a combination
and Wheeler takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Wheeler misses with a telegraphed body shot
and The Rock N Roll Clown counters with a nice uppercut.
The Rock N Roll Clown misses with a body shot.
The Rock N Roll Clown swinging wildly here.
We've been told by The Rock N Roll Clown's head coaches at Globo Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
The Rock N Roll Clown throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#CL#
The Rock N Roll Clown closes the distance and clinches.
The Rock N Roll Clown tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC2#
Wheeler escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Wheeler sizes up The Rock N Roll Clown with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Wheeler showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from The Rock N Roll Clown.
Wheeler scores with a jab to the body.#T2#
The Rock N Roll Clown lands with an overhand left.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Wheeler pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Wheeler misses with a body shot
#CL#
and The Rock N Roll Clown counters by moving into the clinch. #BC#
The Rock N Roll Clown breaks the clinch.
A big right from Wheeler misses.
Wheeler on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Wheeler swings widly with a right hand
and Wheeler takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
The Rock N Roll Clown showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Wheeler.
Wheeler thuds his right hand into The Rock N Roll Clown's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Wheeler works The Rock N Roll Clown's body with a nice hook.
The Rock N Roll Clown tries to clinch there but Wheeler circles away.
The Rock N Roll Clown misses with a few strikes there.
Wheeler uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by The Rock N Roll Clown.
#T3#
The Rock N Roll Clown swings for the body but Wheeler moves out of range.
A big left from Wheeler misses.
The Rock N Roll Clown takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Nice straight punches there by Wheeler. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Wheeler.
Good exchange - Wheeler coming out on top.
The Rock N Roll Clown is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Wheeler throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent The Rock N Roll Clown stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
A swing and a miss from Wheeler.
Wheeler moves away from the strike by The Rock N Roll Clown.
Wheeler takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Wheeler uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by The Rock N Roll Clown.
The Rock N Roll Clown drops his hands momentarily and Wheeler takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #ROC2#The Rock N Roll Clown is rocked!
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts The Rock N Roll Clown, as that shot connected.
Oh The Rock N Roll Clown is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Wheeler misses with a double jab
letting The Rock N Roll Clown counter with a right hand.
The Rock N Roll Clown missing with a left hand there. Wheeler was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Wheeler drops The Rock N Roll Clown with a big left hand! The Rock N Roll Clown is injured, injured bad! Wheeler jumps in and finished him with strikes! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Rylan Wheeler!
Dr Rockzo The Rock N Roll Clown was interviewed post fight and said 'come close I need to tell you something, I have a confession to make, I do cocaine. ca ca ca yeah baby.'. |
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Event:
Davis vs Goodman - Money - #12
Date: Jul 16, 2022 |
#R1##KD#
Oooooh!!! Wheeler has knocked Perkele down with a huge combo! Wheeler steps away and waves a wobbly Perkele back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#ROC#Perkele is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Tuoni Perkele has been cut.
Perkele glances at the clock... BAM! Wheeler nails him with a big right hand! A momentary lapse in concentration sends Perkele crashing to the mat! The referee steps in and this one is over! Damn, Perkele is out of it, he thinks the ref is his opponent!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Rylan Wheeler! |
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