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Event:
NYF 9: St. Claire vs Silva
Date: Feb 18, 2023 |
#R1# Dangerfield throws a right and a left that both miss. Dangerfield falls off balance throwing a combination
and Ribeiro counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. Dangerfield takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Kody Dangerfield seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Dangerfield digs a good body shot into Ribeiro's ribs. Ribeiro misses the jab. An attempted straight right counter from Dangerfield misses the target. Ribeiro misses with a wild combination.
Dangerfield takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Ribeiro keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A little jabbing left from Ribeiro on the counter but it doesn't find it's target. Ribeiro throws a leg kick which misses Dangerfield's front leg but catches the back leg as Dangerfield tries to avoid it. Dangerfield shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Ribeiro defends it nicely. Ribeiro looks like he wants to counter punch here. Dangerfield throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Ribeiro throws a body kick but he wasn't in range. Dangerfield definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#T1# Ribeiro uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Dangerfield. Dangerfield shoots in for a takedown but Ribeiro shows good takedown defense. Ribeiro tries to land a leg kick but Dangerfield saw it coming and moves away.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Ribeiro has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat. Dangerfield throws an off balance right hand
and Dangerfield takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Dangerfield tries for a takedown but Ribeiro sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily. Ribeiro unleashes a big counter combination but Dangerfield bobs and weaves and avoids any damage. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kody Dangerfield. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD# Dangerfield closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Dangerfield lands in his opponent's guard. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Dangerfield won't allow Ribeiro to sweep him here. Dangerfield being controlled here momentarily. Dangerfield tries to free his leg and advance position but Ribeiro is retaining full guard. Dangerfield is looking to work some ground and pound but Ribeiro has wrist control. Ribeiro wants to stand up but Dangerfield is controlling him. #T2# Ribeiro keeping full guard, as Dangerfield tries to pass. Dangerfield is working hard here to advance position. Dangerfield passes Ribeiro's left leg - he's now in half guard. Ribeiro trying to control from the bottom.
Ribeiro won't allow Dangerfield to pass to mount. Ribeiro wants to get back to his feet.
Ribeiro is refusing to be controlled, as Dangerfield sits in half guard. #SUB# Dangerfield wants to work for an arm triangle but Ribeiro is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Dangerfield trying to control the action but Ribeiro is working from the bottom. #T3# Dangerfield trying to pass the guard but Ribeiro defending well. Ribeiro is trying to stand up here but Dangerfield is controlling him well. The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work. Dangerfield is pressing down on Ribeiro's thigh, looking to free his foot. Ribeiro is holding on for now. Ribeiro is looking to control Dangerfield's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Ribeiro avoid being mounted?#REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now. Ribeiro lands a lovely overhand right. No joy there for Ribeiro, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Dangerfield misses with a few strikes there.
Dangerfield takes a swing at Ribeiro's ribcage but misses. Dangerfield misses with a combination
and Ribeiro counters with a straight right hand.#T4##TD# Dangerfield closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Dangerfield lands in his opponent's guard. Dangerfield pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ribeiro is keeping the position for now. Ribeiro looking for a sweep. Not yet Ribeiro, not yet. Dangerfield throwing strikes but missing. Ribeiro looking to control.
Dangerfield trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Ribeiro is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. Dangerfield trying to control the position from guard on top but Ribeiro is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Joanderson Ribeiro will probably get the nod. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2# Dangerfield moves out of range as Ribeiro strikes. Some wild striking there from Ribeiro.
Ribeiro lands with a straight right. Dangerfield didn't see that one coming. Joanderson Ribeiro seems to be getting the better of the standup. Dangerfield checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time. Dangerfield waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Ribeiro. Dangerfield misses with a jab to the body
and Dangerfield takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Dangerfield changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Ribeiro tries to avoid it but Dangerfield manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Ribeiro to the ground. Ribeiro escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. Dangerfield swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Ribeiro looks like he wants to counter punch here.#TD# Dangerfield looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Ribeiro! Ribeiro throws Dangerfield to one side and escapes! 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! Dangerfield misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ribeiro.
Ribeiro tries a quick counter leg kick but Dangerfield is wise to it. Dangerfield throws a right hand that misses
and Ribeiro counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T1# Dangerfield misses with a combination
and Ribeiro counters with a straight right hand. Ribeiro swinging wildly here.
Dangerfield throws a right and a left that Ribeiro avoids nicely. Ribeiro leaves Dangerfield with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt. Ribeiro steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect. Dangerfield fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ribeiro manages to avoid it. Good exchange - Ribeiro coming out on top. Ribeiro displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Dangerfield. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kody Dangerfield. That's going to take a lot out of him. A big right from Dangerfield misses. Joanderson Ribeiro is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Dangerfield works Ribeiro's body with a nice hook.#TD# Dangerfield changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Ribeiro looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Ribeiro tries to escape but Dangerfield is in control. #T2# Ribeiro struggling a bit here. Ribeiro holds on tight, trying to prevent any damage. Dangerfield tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it. Sloppy strikes there by Dangerfield. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Ribeiro prevents Dangerfield from moving into mount. Ribeiro is trying to get back to his feet. Dangerfield working away. Dangerfield tries to land with some ground and pound but misses. #T3# Dangerfield tries to advance to mount but Ribeiro denies him. Ribeiro is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard. Dangerfield trying to mount his opponent but Ribeiro defends it. Ribeiro is trying to get back to full guard. Ribeiro wants to get back to his feet.
Dangerfield is looking to advance position but Ribeiro won't allow it. Ribeiro moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T4# The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so. Dangerfield postures up in Ribeiro's guard and throws a big left but Ribeiro blocks it. Dangerfield pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ribeiro is keeping the position for now. Ribeiro can't keep his opponent in guard - Dangerfield advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. Ribeiro is trying to stand.
#SUB# Dangerfield is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Ribeiro wants to get back to his feet. Dangerfield is looking to take a break and control but Ribeiro is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Joanderson Ribeiro 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. And we move into the final round!#R3# No joy there for Dangerfield, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Ribeiro misses with a jab, cross combination.
Dangerfield shoots in and drives through. Ribeiro sprawls well. Ribeiro throws a right and a left that Dangerfield avoids nicely. Dangerfield misses with a series of wild punches.
Ribeiro slips a jab from Dangerfield. Ribeiro throws out a counter right but Dangerfield avoids it with no problem. Dangerfield connects with the punch.#TD# Ribeiro gets caught flat footed, as Dangerfield shoots in with a quick takedown into guard. Dangerfield has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player. Ribeiro is pulling down on Dangerfield's head. It's preventing any offense from Dangerfield, at least for the moment. Dangerfield passes into half guard. #SUB# Dangerfield is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Ribeiro defends it well. Kody Dangerfield overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T1# Ribeiro looks like he's trying to stand up.
Ribeiro trying to control here.
Dangerfield is looking to advance position but Ribeiro won't allow it. Ribeiro looks like he's trying to stand up.
Dangerfield is thwarting Ribeiro's attempts to control the position.#T2# A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace. Dangerfield is pressing down on Ribeiro's thigh, looking to free his foot. Ribeiro is holding on for now. Ribeiro wants to control but Dangerfield is keeping busy and won't allow it. Ribeiro tries to kick Dangerfield off but Dangerfield keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet. Dangerfield throws a left and a right that both miss
and Ribeiro counters with a straight right hand. Dangerfield throws an overhand right that lands on Ribeiro's shoulder, as Ribeiro tries to avoid the shot. Dangerfield lunges at Ribeiro with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Ribeiro's hand. Ribeiro lands a glancing blow to the side of Dangerfield's head. Dangerfield fails with a takedown attempt from distance. A little jabbing left from Ribeiro on the counter but it doesn't find it's target. A nice combination there by Ribeiro.
Joanderson Ribeiro is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Dangerfield with a lazy takedown attempt and Ribeiro counters with a lovely straight right hand! That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kody Dangerfield. That's going to take a lot out of him. Ribeiro uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dangerfield.
#T3# Ribeiro throws a shot from downtown. Dangerfield moves away and avoids it. Dangerfield waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Ribeiro. Ribeiro swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#TD# Dangerfield shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Ribeiro is trying to defend but Dangerfield finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further. Ribeiro makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work! Dangerfield misses with a wild body shot. Dangerfield moves out of range as Ribeiro strikes. Dangerfield throws an overhand right that lands on Ribeiro's shoulder, as Ribeiro tries to avoid the shot. Dangerfield misses the jab. Ribeiro misses with a jab, cross combination.
Ribeiro misses with a two punch combination.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Dangerfield shoots for a double leg takedown but Ribeiro sprawls well. He's pushed Dangerfield's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. #T4# Dangerfield lands a lovely overhand right. Dangerfield tries for a takedown but Ribeiro circles away easily and Ribeiro counters with a straight right hand. Ribeiro lands with a straight right. Dangerfield didn't see that one coming. Ribeiro catches Dangerfield with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong! Ribeiro lands a nice shot that snaps Dangerfield's head back.
Dangerfield throws a body punch but Ribeiro moves out of range. Ribeiro thinks about the counter body kick. Ribeiro lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Dangerfield circles away quickly and effectively. Dangerfield slips a jab and a cross from Ribeiro.
Dangerfield is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Ribeiro. Dangerfield misses with a jab to the body
and Ribeiro counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Ribeiro takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Kody Dangerfield has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Ribeiro throws out a loose jab but Dangerfield uses good head movement to avoid it.
And that's the end of the fight! Joanderson Ribeiro comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I've got Ribeiro winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. 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 Columbo Gatti scores the fight 27:30 Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight 27:30 Judge Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Joanderson Ribeiro! After the fight, Joanderson Ribeiro was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly. |
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Event:
NYF 6: Kuznecov vs St Claire
Date: Jan 27, 2023 |
#R1# Nice defenses there by Cummings. Dangerfield rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Cummings moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#TD# Dangerfield shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Cummings's guard. Cummings keeping moving, preventing Dangerfield from controlling successfully. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2# Cummings throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Cummings is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. Cummings is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Dangerfield has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Dangerfield wants to pass the guard but Cummings is keeping the position. Dangerfield is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2# Cummings had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Dangerfield defends it easily.#SUB2# Cummings is looking for a triangle but Dangerfield pushes his legs off easily.
#T1# Dangerfield stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Cummings swivels though and keeps the full guard. Dangerfield advances to half guard. Cummings is trying to control but can't.
Cummings is looking for a sweep. Dangerfield is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. Dangerfield wants to take a breather but Cummings is having none of it. Dangerfield definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight. Cummings wants to control but Dangerfield is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB2# Cummings looking for submissions from an awkward position here. Dangerfield wants to pass the guard but Cummings is defending well. Cummings slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#T2##SUB2# Cummings has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Dangerfield can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily. Dangerfield postures up.
Dangerfield stands and throws Cummings's legs to the side, diving into side control. Dangerfield is looking to take a break and control but Cummings is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. Dangerfield working away. Dangerfield trying to control the action but Cummings is working from the bottom. #SUB# Dangerfield is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Cummings is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. Cummings struggling a bit here.#T3# Dangerfield is looking to take a break and control but Cummings is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB# Dangerfield goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Cummings rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Dangerfield's guard! Nice work there by Cummings! #SUB# Dangerfield looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Dangerfield looking to hit a scissor sweep but Cummings is one step ahead there. #T4# Cummings pushing down on Dangerfield's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. Dangerfield manages to get to full guard.
Dangerfield trying to strike off his back.
Dangerfield keeping moving, preventing Cummings from controlling successfully. Dangerfield looking for a sweep. Not yet Dangerfield, not yet. Dangerfield can't keep his opponent in guard - Cummings advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. Dangerfield is refusing to be controlled, as Cummings sits in half guard. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Dangerfield manages to get to full guard.
Cummings trying to control but Dangerfield is working from the bottom. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Kody Dangerfield dominated that round. That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2# Dangerfield looks to land a right hand but Cummings moved out of range.#TD# Dangerfield shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Cummings is looking for a sweep. Dangerfield is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2# Cummings has hold of a guillotine but he's not going to be able to crank on it really with only half guard, so it's no trouble for Dangerfield. Oh but Cummings has got full guard now! Oh boy! This one could be over very soon! Dangerfield goes limp - he's gone! Cummings jumps up and celebrates with the crowd - fantastic submission finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:39 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). David Cummings! After winning the bout, David Cummings thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
NYF 5
Date: Jan 07, 2023 |
#R1# Dangerfield is trying hard to land a takedown here. Alvarez sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. Dangerfield wants to clinch and Alvarez counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Alvarez lands with an uppercut that bounces Dangerfield off the cage and back into range. Dangerfield tries to clinch there but Alvarez circles away.
Dangerfield tries to clinch there but Alvarez circles away.
Alvarez throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Dangerfield. Alvarez dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Dangerfield misses with a takedown attempt and Alvarez counters with a straight right hand. Dangerfield slips under a jab.#TD# Dangerfield shoots in and gets a takedown into Alvarez's guard. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Dangerfield wants to control from the top but Alvarez keeps moving. Dangerfield tries to free his leg and advance position but Alvarez is retaining full guard. We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Alvarez can do anything to dispel that myth. Dangerfield forces his way into half guard. Dangerfield is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Alvarez! #T1# Alvarez wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by Dangerfield.
Dangerfield punching from mount but Alvarez doing a good job of avoiding damage. Dangerfield thuds his fist into the canvas! Oooouch!
Dangerfield sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #SUB# Dangerfield wants to finish this one by submission but Alvarez is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Dangerfield. #SUB# Dangerfield looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet. Dangerfield wants to control the pace but Alvarez is squirming around nicely. #T2# Dangerfield throws some wild stikes that Alvarez manages to avoid easily.
Dangerfield trying to control but Alvarez is having none of it. Alvarez avoids a series of strikes thrown by Dangerfield.
Dangerfield thowing shots but they're missing. Dangerfield in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
#T3# Dangerfield looking to ground and pound but Alvarez is blocking nicely. Alvarez really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Dangerfield. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out. Alvarez is trying to stand. Dangerfield throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Alvarez because Dangerfield loaded up on that one. Dangerfield thuds his fist into the canvas! Oooouch!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Dangerfield punching from mount but Alvarez doing a good job of avoiding damage. Dangerfield looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Dangerfield punching from mount but Alvarez doing a good job of avoiding damage. Dangerfield lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.#SUB# Dangerfield working for a submission but Alvarez is keeping him at bay. Dangerfield tries to control but Alvarez wriggling away. #SUB# Dangerfield goes for an armbar but Alvarez turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Alvarez. #T4# Alvarez is stalling in the full guard. Dangerfield wants to sweep here but Alvarez controlling him for the moment. Alvarez must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu. Dangerfield is working hard here to advance position.#SUB# Dangerfield looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Dangerfield bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Alvarez's guard. #REVR# Dangerfield 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. 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! Dangerfield passes Alvarez's left leg - he's now in half guard. Dangerfield trying to control from half guard but Alvarez is working away. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Kody Dangerfield dominated that round. That's time! Dangerfield's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2# Alvarez misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Dangerfield.
Alvarez displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Dangerfield. Dangerfield misses with a takedown attempt - Alvarez sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses. Alvarez swats away the attempt to clinch by Dangerfield. Dangerfield cracks Alvarez with a good jab. Alvarez circles away from the clinch attempt and Alvarez counters with a straight right hand. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Alvarez misses with a straight right. Dangerfield is looking for a counter combo. Alvarez fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.#CL# Dangerfield takes the fight into the clinch. Dangerfield prevents the takedown attempt.
#T1# Dangerfield has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Alvarez after a bit of a struggle. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kody Dangerfield. That's going to take a lot out of him. Alvarez avoids a wild elbow strike from Dangerfield. Dangerfield tries for a takedown but Alvarez manages to get underhooks.
Dangerfield is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Alvarez pulls him back up using the underhooks. A quick uppercut on the inside from Alvarez. Alvarez wants a takedown but no success here.
Dangerfield has a couple of punches blocked by Alvarez.
A short right from Dangerfield on the inside. Dangerfield misses with the head strike.
Dangerfield is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Alvarez can do to turn this around?#TD2# Alvarez works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard. #SUB# Dangerfield looking for a triangle here. Alvarez is fighting it but it looks tight! Dangerfield pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Alvarez is tapping out - this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Kody Dangerfield! A victorious Kody Dangerfield thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
NYF 2: Tank vs Kuznecov
Date: Dec 17, 2022 |
#R1# Dangerfield fails with a takedown attempt.#TD# Dangerfield drives through with a takedown into guard. Dangerfield working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. Dangerfield trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Dangerfield sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Alvarez's guard. Dangerfield is pressing down on Alvarez's thigh, looking to free his foot. Alvarez is holding on for now. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB# Dangerfield seems to be looking for submissions.
Alvarez is refusing to be controlled, as Dangerfield sits in half guard. #T1# Dangerfield is looking to advance position but Alvarez won't allow it. Dangerfield misses with a head shot. Alvarez uses the momentum to regain guard. Dangerfield looking to pass the guard. Dangerfield showing good wrestling skills to control the position. Dangerfield working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. Dangerfield with a flurry of punches that miss. #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.#SUB# Dangerfield drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Dangerfield jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. Dangerfield sitting in guard, not really doing much. Dangerfield wants to control from the top but Alvarez keeps moving. We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Alvarez can do anything to dispel that myth. Dangerfield is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Alvarez is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him. Dangerfield 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. Dangerfield missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. Dangerfield stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Alvarez swivels though and keeps the full guard. #REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. Dangerfield gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily and Dangerfield takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T3# Dangerfield tries to score a power double leg takedown but Alvarez sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Dangerfield somewhat. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kody Dangerfield. That's going to take a lot out of him. Dangerfield darts in looking for a takedown but Alvarez gets double underhooks and turns Dangerfield into the cage. And an attempted straight right on the counter from Alvarez! But no joy. Dangerfield is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Alvarez is defending well. Dangerfield looking for a takedown. Alvarez prevents a takedown attempt there.
#TD2# Alvarez has clasped his hands together around Dangerfield's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done. Dangerfield looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio. The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult. Dangerfield gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. Alvarez not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. Dangerfield is trying to maintain the position but Alvarez is very close to passing his half guard.#T4# Dangerfield is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB# Dangerfield looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. Alvarez sitting and controlling from the half guard. Alvarez slips a nice elbow through Dangerfield's hands, connecting with Dangerfield's forehead. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Alvarez thows a huge punch but Dangerfield dodges it nicely.
Alvarez trying to pass the guard but Dangerfield defending well. Dangerfield works his way to full guard. Good work. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Jackson Alvarez will probably get the nod. 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# Alvarez goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo. Alvarez keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl. A countering left hand to the body from Alvarez misses. Alvarez lands a jab-cross combination. Dangerfield fails with the takedown and Dangerfield takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Alvarez has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Alvarez throws a shot from downtown. Dangerfield moves away and avoids it. A punch combination from Alvarez misses. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Dangerfield is trying hard to land a takedown here. Alvarez sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kody Dangerfield. That's going to take a lot out of him. Dangerfield has his takedown stuffed and Alvarez counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Nice jab there from Alvarez. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Dangerfield fails miserably with a takedown attempt. Alvarez tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#T1# Alvarez displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Dangerfield. Dangerfield ducks under a wild hook from Alvarez. Dangerfield has his takedown stuffed and Dangerfield takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Kody Dangerfield is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Dangerfield has his takedown stuffed and Alvarez counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. Alvarez throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Dangerfield changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit. Alvarez throws a jab when Dangerfield was well out of range. Dangerfield fails with a takedown attempt from distance. Horrible takedown attempt by Dangerfield or perhaps it was just good defense by Alvarez, which made it look bad. #T2# The fighters circling - Alvarez throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Dangerfield drops down looking for a counter takedown but Alvarez sprawls and moves away. Dangerfield misses with a takedown and Alvarez counters with a left to the body. Dangerfield fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Alvarez avoids it really well and circles away. Dangerfield shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Alvarez as he jumps to the side. Dangerfield with a poor takedown and Alvarez counters with a three punch combo that has Dangerfield backing up. Dangerfield nods at Alvarez to acknowledge the strikes. The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so! Dangerfield shoots in but no luck this time. Dangerfield shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Alvarez but Alvarez pushes him off and we're back to square one. Dangerfield fails with an attempt to clinch.
Kody Dangerfield seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T3# Dangerfield darts in looking for a takedown but Alvarez gets double underhooks and turns Dangerfield into the cage. Dangerfield is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Alvarez pulls him back up using the underhooks. Alvarez is struggling to control the position.#TD2# Alvarez has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Dangerfield regains guard immediately. Alvarez controls the pace of the fight for a moment. Alvarez wants to pass the guard but Dangerfield is keeping the position. Alvarez trying to control the position from guard on top but Dangerfield is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4# Dangerfield wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB# Dangerfield has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Alvarez can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. Alvarez throws a big elbow that misses. Alvarez with a nice head shot there.#SUB# Dangerfield is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Alvarez must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB# Dangerfield had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Alvarez defends it easily. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Alvarez trying to move into half guard but instead Dangerfield has managed to sweep!#REVR# And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jackson Alvarez showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3# Dangerfield shoots in but no luck this time. Dangerfield misses with a takedown and Alvarez counters with a lovely straight right hand! Dangerfield shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Alvarez but Alvarez pushes him off and we're back to square one. Despite the aggression on Alvarez's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kody Dangerfield. That's going to take a lot out of him. Dangerfield fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt. As Dangerfield backs off Alvarez throws a huge counter combo but Dangerfield manages to avoid it all. Alvarez leaves Dangerfield with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Alvarez keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl. And an attempted straight right on the counter from Alvarez! But no joy. Dangerfield will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts. Alvarez connects with a crisp jab. The fighters circling - Alvarez throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T1# Dangerfield looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Alvarez is fending him off so far but Dangerfield persists. Nope, Alvarez circles away and we're back to standing. Alvarez throws a counter combo.#TD# Dangerfield looking to score a takedown here. Alvarez is defending well but Dangerfield drives through and ends up in Alvarez's guard. Alvarez is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Dangerfield presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat. Dangerfield tries for a takedown. No joy.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#TD2# Alvarez has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Dangerfield clear over his head and slammed him to the mat! This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Will Alvarez go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Alvarez slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
I really don't envy Dangerfield right now.
#T2# Alvarez trying to control. Alvarez gets his hands free as Dangerfield looks to control. The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Alvarez's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Alvarez is trying to control but Dangerfield is trying to escape here - he's now mounted.
Dangerfield manages to regain half guard. Good work. Alvarez working Dangerfield over with strikes. Alvarez thows a huge punch but Dangerfield dodges it nicely.
#T3# Alvarez working Dangerfield over with strikes. Dangerfield taking some punishment here, with Alvarez in his half guard. Alvarez is trying to control the action in half guard but Dangerfield is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. Alvarez is looking to stall here but Dangerfield recovers full guard. Dangerfield avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #SUB# Dangerfield is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. Dangerfield looking to hit a scissor sweep but Alvarez is one step ahead there. Alvarez postures up and lands a big shot to Dangerfield's brow. #T4# Alvarez postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#SUB# Dangerfield had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Alvarez defends it easily. Alvarez trying to control but Dangerfield is working from the bottom. Alvarez really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Dangerfield. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out. Alvarez controls the pace of the fight for a moment. Kody Dangerfield has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
And that's the end of the fight! Jackson Alvarez comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. Well Alvarez 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 John Roberts scores the fight 27:30 Judge Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 27:30 Judge Jorge Garcia scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jackson Alvarez! During a confident post fight interview, Jackson Alvarez thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
TWG 38 (135lbs, D3): Finals - Round 2
Date: Nov 14, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Kody Dangerfield! And in the blue corner, fighting out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 1 losses; Marcelo Silva! The judges for this bout are Franklyn Lucas, Jorge Garcia and Steve Montenegro.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way. Silva fails in his attempt to clinch. #TD# Dangerfield drives through with a takedown into Silva's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Dangerfield (2) vs (0) Silva#SUB2# Silva has his foot on Dangerfield's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Dangerfield works his way back into a safe position though. Dangerfield has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2# Silva has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Dangerfield doesn't defend quickly enough and Silva has managed to lock this one up! Can Dangerfield escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Silva on a fantastic submission victory.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Marcelo Silva! An intense looking Marcelo Silva took to the microphone post fight and gave a little speech: 'Onde vocês tam escondidos? Vamos Brasil!'. |
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Event:
TWG 38 (135lbs, D3): Finals - Round 1
Date: Nov 13, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Kody Dangerfield! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Billy Danner! The judges for this bout are Chad Campbell, Anthony Taglia and Reed Andrews.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way. Danner tries to close the distance and clinch up but Dangerfield swats him away and circles back towards the center. #TD# Dangerfield looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Danner! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Dangerfield (4) vs (0) Danner Danner is not content to let Dangerfield control the position. Dangerfield is really struggling to control Danner but he's trying to hold on to the position. Dangerfield advances nicely into full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Dangerfield (6) vs (0) Danner Danner is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Dangerfield wants to control the pace but Danner is squirming around nicely. Danner is looking to improve his position but Dangerfield isn't that keen on the idea. Danner tries to hold on but Dangerfield postures up.#T1# Danner keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#SUB# Dangerfield has control of Danner's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Danner regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Danner tries to hold on but Dangerfield postures up.#SUB# Dangerfield wants to finish this one by submission but Danner is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Dangerfield. Danner is trying desperately to improve position.#SUB# Dangerfield jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Danner manages to avoid the submission attempt. #T2##SUB# Dangerfield tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. Dangerfield advances to mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Dangerfield (8) vs (0) Danner Dangerfield takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though. Danner is desperately trying to improve his position but Dangerfield has a good base and remains in mount.#T3##SUB# Dangerfield jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Danner manages to avoid the submission attempt. Danner prevents Dangerfield from moving into mount. #SUB# Dangerfield is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Danner has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB# Dangerfield is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Danner is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. Danner is trying to escape the position but Dangerfield is controlling the position. Danner tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Dangerfield wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. Dangerfield definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4##SUB# Dangerfield wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Danner, who protects the arm well. #SUB# Dangerfield is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Danner is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. Dangerfield is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Danner will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.#SUB# Dangerfield looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. Dangerfield tries to move to mount but Danner blocks the move with his legs. #SUB# Dangerfield thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T5##SUB# Dangerfield is working for what looks like an arm triangle here. Danner is trying to escape and Dangerfield transitions quickly into an armbar! He's slapped it on tight and Danner is forced to tap! Nice work there by Dangerfield! Very nice indeed!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Kody Dangerfield! Kody Dangerfield decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. Billy Danner was interviewed post fight and said 'see ya on the next one'. |
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Event:
TWG 38 (135lbs, D3): Sydney Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Nov 04, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Geno Lawson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Kody Dangerfield! The judges for this bout are Hugh Johnson, Bruno Hogan and Damien Edna.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2# Dangerfield throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Lawson was covering up waiting for the punch and Dangerfield finishes the takedown easily into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Lawson (0) vs (2) Dangerfield Dangerfield stands and throws Lawson's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Lawson (0) vs (5) Dangerfield Lawson tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Dangerfield wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. Dangerfield gets to mount! Lawson was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. Score +2 for reaching mount: Lawson (0) vs (7) Dangerfield Dangerfield looking to control and managing it successfully. Lawson tries to lock up and control but Dangerfield gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away. Dangerfield controlling from mount. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2# Dangerfield looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.#SUB2# Dangerfield working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1##SUB2# Dangerfield is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Lawson to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Lawson shrugs it off. Dangerfield avoids the attempt from Lawson to control.#SUB2# Dangerfield wants to finish this one by submission but Lawson is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Dangerfield. #SUB2# Dangerfield is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Lawson has managed to escape the submission attempt.
#SUB2# Dangerfield has hold of Lawson's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Lawson manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Dangerfield tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. Dangerfield avoids the attempt from Lawson to control.#T2# Dangerfield controlling the position easily from mount. #SUB2# Dangerfield looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead. Dangerfield tries to control but Lawson wriggling away. Dangerfield controlling from mount. Dangerfield wants to control the pace but Lawson is squirming around nicely. #SUB2# Lawson defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Dangerfield. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Dangerfield looking to control and managing it successfully. #T3##SUB2# Lawson has left one of his arms exposed and Dangerfield doesn't need a second invitation. He's isolated it and locked on a tight armbar. Lawson screams and taps out, obviously in a lot of pain. Hopefully there isn't permanent damage to that arm.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Kody Dangerfield! After winning the bout, Kody Dangerfield thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
EMPIRE 16: Kaca vs Battah
Date: Oct 08, 2022 |
#R1# A jab from Ratsifa misses. #CL# Dangerfield closes the distance and pushes Ratsifa back into the cage. Dangerfield is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Ratsifa gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt. Ratsifa working some nice short punches in the clinch. Dangerfield can't get the takedown.
Ratsifa prevents the takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kody Dangerfield. That's going to take a lot out of him. Ratsifa throws a punch but it's blocked by Dangerfield. Ratsifa misses with the head strike.
Dangerfield has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Ratsifa is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet. Ratsifa working some nice short punches in the clinch. Ratsifa fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Dangerfield is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though. With the fighters clinched against the cage, Ratsifa creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. A head punch blocked on the inside by Dangerfield. Dangerfield has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Ratsifa is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.#TD# Dangerfield gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. 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! Ratsifa is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Dangerfield is controlling him. Ratsifa being controlled here, momentarily. Dangerfield has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent. Ratsifa looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#T1# Dangerfield won't allow Ratsifa to get back to his feet. Dangerfield trying to control the position from guard on top but Ratsifa is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Ratsifa wants to stand up but Dangerfield is controlling him. Dangerfield slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. Ratsifa wants to stand but Dangerfield is controlling the position. #REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD# Dangerfield shoots in and gets a takedown into Ratsifa's guard. Dangerfield won't allow Ratsifa to get back to his feet. Dangerfield looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio. Dangerfield controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. Ratsifa wants to stand up but Dangerfield is controlling him. #T2# Dangerfield pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ratsifa is keeping the position for now. Ratsifa is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon. Ratsifa can't keep his opponent in guard - Dangerfield advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. Ratsifa is looking to escape. Dangerfield content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. Dangerfield seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Ratsifa for as long as he can get away with. Dangerfield moves nicely into side control. Dangerfield works to advance to full mount. Ratsifa defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. Ratsifa really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Dangerfield. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#T3# You get the feeling that Ratsifa really doesn't like being in this position too much.
#SUB# Dangerfield working from mount. He moves in close and looks like he might be going for an arm triangle... He's hopped off to the side and he's transitioned into an Anaconda choke. Ratsifa turning a nasty shade of purple. He's refusing to tap but he's gone! He's out! The ref rips Dangerfield off and cradles Ratsifa's limp body as Dangerfield celebrates with his corner.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Anaconda Choke). Kody Dangerfield! After winning the bout, Kody Dangerfield thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
EMPIRE 14: Dangerfield vs Riak
Date: Sep 24, 2022 |
#R1##CL# Dangerfield darts in and clinches Riak up against the cage. A short left from Dangerfield. Riak jumps guard but Dangerfield stands there with Riak around his waist. Riak gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Riak tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Riak tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Dangerfield smiles and moves away.
Kody Dangerfield has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kuol Riak.#CL2# Riak has managed to clinch.
Riak tries to pull guard but Dangerfield holds him up against the cage and eventually Riak drops back down to his feet.
Dangerfield swings wildly with an uppercut but Riak uses good head movement to avoid it. Riak jumps guard but Dangerfield stands there with Riak around his waist. Riak gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Riak tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Dangerfield just stands there and leans against the cage. Dangerfield lands a damaging elbow. A nice glancing elbow lands by Dangerfield. Dangerfield throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Nice elbow from Dangerfield. #CUT#It looks like Kuol Riak has been cut.#T1##TD# Dangerfield works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard. #SUB2# Riak looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Dangerfield has picked Riak up and slammed him! Riak can't keep hold of the triangle and Dangerfield manages to pass to side control! Dangerfield advances nicely into full mount. Riak is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Dangerfield punching from mount but Riak doing a good job of avoiding damage. Dangerfield wants to control the pace but Riak is squirming around nicely. Riak is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. Dangerfield trying to control but he's not successful this time. #SUB# Dangerfield goes for an armbar but Riak turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Riak. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2# Riak drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Dangerfield manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Riak has Dangerfield in his guard.#REVR##T2# This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB# Dangerfield drops back, looking for a kneebar! Riak looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Riak looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Riak! #REVB##SUB2# Riak looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. Dangerfield is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Reach Around, so we'll see if he gets out of it.#SUB2# Riak is trying to get an arm triangle but Dangerfield is defending well. #SUB2# Riak thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T3# Dangerfield manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Dangerfield takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#SUB2# Riak looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2# Riak is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Dangerfield pulls his head out easily. Dangerfield is keen to just control but Riak is a slippery customer.#SUB2# Riak looking for submissions off his back. Riak looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#SUB# Dangerfield is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Riak doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Dangerfield. #T4##SUB# Dangerfield is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. Dangerfield thows a huge punch but Riak dodges it nicely.
Dangerfield is stalling here. Riak is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Dangerfield seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Riak has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. Dangerfield pushes Riak away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Riak gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.#SUB2# Riak looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Kody Dangerfield dominated that round. The cut man is working on Kuol Riak's cut. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2# Riak looks to score with a jab to the body but Dangerfield is just out of range.#TD# Dangerfield closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Riak quickly recovers to half guard. Dangerfield wants to control but Riak is keeping him busy. Riak is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Dangerfield's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Dangerfield's back! I really don't envy Dangerfield right now.
#SUB2# Dangerfield is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Riak gets his way!
#SUB2# Riak is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Dangerfield has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here. #SUB2# Riak working for the choke. Dangerfield tries to escape but Riak has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #T1##SUB2# Dangerfield is trying to defend against the choke here but Riak has an arm under his chin. This one might not last much longer. Riak Tightens the hold and Dangerfield taps out furiously! Riak displays superior BJJ to win the fight.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:24 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Kuol Riak! Kuol Riak is the new featherweight champion! Kuol Riak really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Bondi MMA ðŸï¸ logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty. |
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Event:
EMPIRE 10: Dangerfield vs Alot
Date: Aug 20, 2022 |
#R1##TD2# Alot closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Dangerfield to the mat! Dangerfield manages to get full guard. Dangerfield keeping moving, preventing Alot from controlling successfully. Alot sitting in guard here, content to control. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Alot trying to control the position from guard on top but Dangerfield is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Alot throws a big elbow that misses. #SUB# Alot is posturing up here but Dangerfield has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Alot tries to roll out but it's too tight and Alot has to tap! Slick submission there by Dangerfield!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Kody Dangerfield! Kody Dangerfield retains his featherweight title! Kody Dangerfield decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
EMPIRE 7: Polo vs Dangerfield
Date: Jul 09, 2022 |
#R1# Dangerfield shoots in but no luck this time. #TD2# Polo gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Dangerfield to score an easy takedown into full guard. Dangerfield working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. Dangerfield passes Polo's right leg, so he's now in half guard. Polo is positioning himself well to prevent Dangerfield advancing to mount. Polo blocking the ground and pound attempt from Dangerfield. #SUB2# Dangerfield seems to be working for a kimura but Polo defends the submission attempt. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Dangerfield is pressing down on Polo's thigh, looking to free his foot. Polo is holding on for now. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1# Polo wants to get back to full guard. Polo is in trouble now - Dangerfield has advanced to mount! #SUB2# Dangerfield with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Dangerfield controlling from the full mount. Polo is really trying hard to get back to his feet.
#SUB2# Dangerfield is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Polo to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Polo shrugs it off. #T2##SUB2# Dangerfield swings around for an armbar and he's got it! Wow, that came out of nowhere! What a finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Kody Dangerfield! Kody Dangerfield is the new featherweight champion! After winning the bout, Kody Dangerfield thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
EMPIRE 6
Date: Jun 19, 2022 |
#R1##CL# Qarase tries to keep at a distance but Dangerfield has taken the fight into the clinch. Dangerfield tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Dangerfield tries for a takedown but Qarase manages to get underhooks.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Qarase. A right hook to the body lands for Qarase.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dangerfield. Dangerfield tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kody Dangerfield. That's going to take a lot out of him. Dangerfield has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Qarase is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet. Qarase cracks Dangerfield with a nice body shot. Qarase scores with a shot to the side of Dangerfield's head. Qarase misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Qarase tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Dangerfield can't get the takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD# Dangerfield has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Qarase clear over his head and slammed him to the mat! Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB# Qarase showing good submission defense here.
Dangerfield avoiding Qarase 's attempts to control his hands. #T1##SUB# Dangerfield looking for the RNC. Qarase tries to escape but Dangerfield has the hooks in and won't let him break free. Qarase felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it. Qarase is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet. #SUB# Dangerfield is working for the choke. It looks like he might have got it... has he...? Yes! Qarase is tapping out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Kody Dangerfield! Kody Dangerfield thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
EMPIRE 4
Date: May 21, 2022 |
#R1# Shace moves out of range of the leg kick from Dangerfield. Shace lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.#CL# Dangerfield clinches up against the cage. Dangerfield taking a breather. The referee calls for Dangerfield to work.
Shace misses with a hook from the clinch. Dangerfield gets through Shace's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Shace has a couple of punches blocked by Dangerfield.
Dangerfield lands with a short shot to the head. Shace has a couple of punches blocked by Dangerfield.
Dangerfield blocks an uppercut.
Shace throws a punch but it's blocked by Dangerfield. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Dangerfield misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Shace swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Dangerfield blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Dangerfield lands with a light punch inside. Shace misses with a short punch on the inside. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Shace. Dangerfield lands an uppercut.#T1# Shace swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Shace has a couple of punches blocked by Dangerfield.
Shace lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Dangerfield backwards. #BC# Dangerfield breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Dangerfield misses with a combination
and Shace counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. Dangerfield doesn't succeed with the takedown and Shace counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Dangerfield.#CL# Dangerfield moves into the clinch. Dangerfield lands a body shot. Dangerfield lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #T2# Shace throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Dangerfields head. The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so! Shace misses with the head strike.
Shace misses with the head strike.
Shace fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Shace tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Dangerfield lands a right hand that snaps the head of Shace backwards. Shace throws a punch but it's blocked by Dangerfield. A head punch blocked on the inside by Dangerfield. Shace misses with a short punch on the inside. #BC# Dangerfield pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#TD# Dangerfield changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Shace looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better. Shace is not content to let Dangerfield control the position. #SUB# Dangerfield has hold of Shace's arm here. He's working for an Americana. It looks like he might have it! Shace tries to escape but he's just digging himself in deeper - Dangerfield cranks the arm and Shace screams in pain! The ref makes a decision and ends the fight before the tap - no complains from Shace, who is just happy to have his arm attached to his body.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Kody Dangerfield! Kody Dangerfield thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
EMPIRE 2
Date: May 07, 2022 |
#R1##CL# The fight moves into the clinch position. Alot has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Dangerfield after a bit of a struggle. Alot is trying to pull guard but Dangerfield has him pressed against the cage. Alot is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Dangerfield pulls him back up using the underhooks. Kody Dangerfield has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Iwin Alot. Alot blocks an uppercut.
Alot trying to control the position but instead, Dangerfield has worked for underhooks and has pushed Alot into the cage. Dangerfield misses with the head strike.
Alot looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#BC# Dangerfield pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. A telegraphed right hand from Alot misses the target. Alot fails with a takedown attempt. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2# Dangerfield gets caught napping as Alot dives in and scores a takedown. Dangerfield manages to retain guard. We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake. Alot wants to control from the top but Dangerfield keeps moving. Dangerfield on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Dangerfield tries to get out of the position. Alot throwing strikes from guard but Dangerfield blocks nicely. #T1# Alot trying to control the position from guard on top but Dangerfield is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB# Dangerfield is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Alot wants to control from the top but Dangerfield keeps moving. #SUB# Dangerfield is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Alot defends well.#SUB# Alot got a little sloppy there for a moment and Dangerfield has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Alot has managed to get both his arms back between Dangerfield's legs - danger averted.#T2# The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so. Alot trying to control the position from guard on top but Dangerfield is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Alot forces his way into half guard. Alot with the ground and pound but Dangerfield uses the opportunity to regain guard. Alot wants to control from the top but Dangerfield keeps moving. #SUB2# Alot drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Dangerfield manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Alot has Dangerfield in his guard.#REVR# Alot looking to hit a scissor sweep but Dangerfield is one step ahead there. #T3# Dangerfield wants to pass the guard but Alot is keeping the position.#SUB2# Alot looking for a guillotine here but Dangerfield defends easily.
Alot trying to control the position.
#SUB2# Dangerfield got a little sloppy there for a moment and Alot has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Dangerfield has managed to get both his arms back between Alot's legs - danger averted. Dangerfield postures up.
Dangerfield wants to pass the guard but Alot is keeping the position.#T4##SUB2# Alot is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Dangerfield defends well. Dangerfield looking to pass the guard. Dangerfield pushes down on Alot's leg and manages to get into half guard.#SUB# Dangerfield is looking for a kimura but Alot is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Dangerfield to get the leverage. Dangerfield seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. Alot is pressing down on Dangerfield's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it. Dangerfield knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Alot on the ground. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2# Dangerfield avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Alot keeping full guard, as Dangerfield tries to pass. 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 Kody Dangerfield will probably get the nod. 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# Alot shoots in looking for a takedown but Dangerfield manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Alot's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.#CL# Alot tries to keep at a distance but Dangerfield has taken the fight into the clinch. Dangerfield scores with a shot to the side of Alot's head. Dangerfield lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Alot backwards. Alot is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Dangerfield to keep the fight standing. Dangerfield lands a left hand that snaps the head of Alot backwards. Alot tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Kody Dangerfield has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Iwin Alot. Alot jumps guard but Dangerfield turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. Dangerfield lands a nice uppercut. Dangerfield lands a nice uppercut. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD# Dangerfield has picked Alot up - he's going for a ride! Dangerfield dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Alot is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Dangerfield's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Dangerfield's back!#SUB2# Alot is cranking Dangerfield's head sideways - that looks painful. He's managed to get his other arm under the chin and this looks bad for Dangerfield! He's tightened the choke and Dangerfield is tapping out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Iwin Alot! |
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Event:
QFC Tournament 1092 Round 4
Date: Apr 16, 2022 |
#R1# Davies lands a jab-cross combination. #CUT#It looks like Kody Dangerfield has been cut. Dangerfield slips a jab and a cross from Davies.
Davies misses with a hook. Dangerfield moves away from the strike by Davies. Dangerfield lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected. Davies connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son. A big right from Davies misses. #TD2# Dangerfield drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard. Dangerfield tries to free his leg and advance position but Davies is retaining full guard. Davies wants to get back to his feet but Dangerfield is in a dominant position and won't allow it. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Dangerfield stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Davies swivels though and keeps the full guard. The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#ES# Davies is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Dangerfield presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat. #TD# Davies gets a nice trip takedown into half guard. Davies scoring with strikes to the body and head. Davies not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. Davies thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Dangerfield's head. Dangerfield regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Davies. #T1# Davies is in close to Dangerfield's body, working some short punches and elbows. Dangerfield avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. Davies throwing strikes but missing. Davies has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player. Davies trying to control but Dangerfield is working from the bottom. Dangerfield preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #SUB2# Dangerfield is looking to cinch up a triangle. Davies throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Dangerfield's body to avoid the submission. Dangerfield has instead reached around Davies's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Dangerfield arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Kody Dangerfield! A victorious Kody Dangerfield thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
QFC Tournament 1092 Round 3
Date: Apr 15, 2022 |
#R1# Polo lands with a hook. Dangerfield tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. A jab lands there for Polo. Polo fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Dangerfield on the side of the head. Nice takedown defense from Polo. No joy for Dangerfield on that attempt. Polo looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. Dangerfield uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Polo. The crowd cheers as Polo lands an impressive looking overhand right. Dangerfield doesn't seem phased though. Polo displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Dangerfield. Polo scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#TD# Dangerfield shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Polo manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Polo pulls Dangerfield in close to prevent any damage. Polo trying to control the position.
#T1##SUB# Dangerfield drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Dangerfield jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. Dangerfield trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Dangerfield trying to control but Polo is working from the bottom. Dangerfield is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Polo is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him. Dangerfield looking to pass the guard. Polo is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. Polo avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #T2# The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action. Dangerfield trying to control but Polo is working from the bottom. Polo has his hands on Dangerfield's head, controlling the position. #REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. Polo thows a left - swing and a miss! Marco Polo is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Polo throws out a powerful jab.#TD# Dangerfield shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Polo manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage. Dangerfield is looking to work some ground and pound but Polo has wrist control. Polo looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. Dangerfield trying to control but Polo is working from the bottom. #T3##SUB# Dangerfield drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Dangerfield jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. Polo 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.#SUB# Dangerfield 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# Dangerfield thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB# Dangerfield drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Dangerfield jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. Dangerfield trying to control but Polo is working from the bottom. #T4# Dangerfield is stalling in the full guard. #SUB# Dangerfield thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. Polo wants to stand and escape but Dangerfield is having none of it. Polo looking to control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Polo can't keep his opponent in guard - Dangerfield advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #SUB# Polo is defending against the submission attempts here by Dangerfield.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Marco Polo will probably get the nod. 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# Dangerfield fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt. And an attempted straight right on the counter from Polo! But no joy. Polo connects with a crisp jab. Polo scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent. Polo lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Dangerfield at a distance.
Polo scores with a punch to the head. A jab lands there for Polo. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Dangerfield tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Polo swivels and escapes. Dangerfield shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Polo defends it nicely. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kody Dangerfield. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1# Dangerfield drops his hands momentarily and Polo takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. Kody Dangerfield seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Dangerfield closes the distance and clinches up with Polo, looking for a takedown. Dangerfield pushes Polo against the cage but Polo circles to the side and manages to break the clinch. Dangerfield shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Polo as he jumps to the side. A lazy left from Polo finds it's target. Dangerfield throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Polo's waist but Polo gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Dangerfield off to one side. #TD# Dangerfield darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard. We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Polo can do anything to dispel that myth.#SUB# Dangerfield is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Polo sees it coming and defends easily.#T2# Dangerfield sitting and controlling from the half guard. Polo is looking to improve his position.
Dangerfield not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. Dangerfield tries to pass the half guard into mount. Polo knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. Dangerfield not doing much here.
#T3# Dangerfield trying to pass the guard but Polo defending well. Dangerfield is trying to control. Polo wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. Polo desperately trying to maintain half guard. Dangerfield is looking to take a break and control but Polo is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. Dangerfield works his foot free and advances to mount. #SUB# Polo tries to improve his position but Dangerfield has taken his back! Dangerfield has a choke - it's sunk in pretty tight... Will Polo tap? No... maybe... yes! He's tapped! Dangerfield pushes Polo away and gets up to celebrate with his corner!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Kody Dangerfield! Kody Dangerfield tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool. |
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Event:
QFC Tournament 1092 Round 2
Date: Apr 14, 2022 |
#R1# Roberts tries to close the distance and clinch but Dangerfield swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. Roberts tries to clinch up but Dangerfield circles away and keeps his distance. Dangerfield tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Roberts swivels and escapes. Dangerfield keeps the fight on the outside. As Roberts tries to get set, Dangerfield tries to push him back and clinch up but Roberts manages to avoid the attempt. Roberts lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Dangerfield circles away quickly and effectively. Roberts misses with an attempted mid kick.
Roberts displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Dangerfield. Roberts is looking to clinch. Dangerfield is looking to counter the offense by Roberts and move into the clinch. The fight stays on the outside here - Roberts looks like he's thinking about clinching though. It looked like Dangerfield 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. Roberts tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Dangerfield manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Dangerfield tries for a takedown but Roberts sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kody Dangerfield. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2# Roberts gets a clinch. #TD# Dangerfield gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.#SUB# Dangerfield is trying for a kimura here. Roberts looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Dangerfield wins by kimura!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Kody Dangerfield! Kody Dangerfield spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant. |
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Event:
QFC Tournament 1092 Round 1
Date: Apr 13, 2022 |
#R1##TD2# Dangerfield shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Sanchez Ernandes is trying to defend but Dangerfield finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further. Sanchez Ernandes kicks off Dangerfield and gets to his feet. #TD2# Sanchez Ernandes gets caught napping as Dangerfield dives in and scores a takedown. Sanchez Ernandes manages to retain guard. Sanchez Ernandes wants to sweep but no luck. Sanchez Ernandes is trying to control the position but Dangerfield postures up. Dangerfield pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Sanchez Ernandes is keeping the position for now. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Sanchez Ernandes looking for a sweep. Not yet Sanchez Ernandes, not yet. Dangerfield trying to control but Sanchez Ernandes is working from the bottom. Sanchez Ernandes looking to hit a scissor sweep but Dangerfield is one step ahead there. #SUB# Sanchez Ernandes escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Dangerfield gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T1# Dangerfield stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Sanchez Ernandes swivels though and keeps the full guard. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Dangerfield trying to control but Sanchez Ernandes is working from the bottom. The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up. Dangerfield controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD2# Dangerfield drives through with a takedown into guard. Sanchez Ernandes is looking to stand back up but Dangerfield counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Sanchez Ernandes. #REVR# Sanchez Ernandes trying to control from the bottom.
Dangerfield tries to pass to full mount but Sanchez Ernandes defends it. #T2# Dangerfield is still trying to improve position. Dangerfield keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#SUB2# Dangerfield is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2# Dangerfield is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult. Sanchez Ernandes tries to roll over but Dangerfield keeps him under control. Sanchez Ernandes has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Dangerfield is working away from the top position though. Sanchez Ernandes manages to get to full guard.
#T3# Dangerfield throwing strikes but missing. Dangerfield tries to free his leg and advance position but Sanchez Ernandes is retaining full guard. Dangerfield trying to control the position from guard on top but Sanchez Ernandes is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Dangerfield not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T4# My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB2# Dangerfield drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Dangerfield jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB2# Dangerfield drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Dangerfield jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. Dangerfield works a leg free and moves into half guard. Dangerfield is looking to take a break and control but Sanchez Ernandes is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. Dangerfield tries to pass to full mount but Sanchez Ernandes defends it. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Sanchez Ernandes tries to kick Dangerfield off but Dangerfield keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup. Dangerfield trying to control the action but Sanchez Ernandes is working from the bottom. #REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity. Sanchez Ernandes tries to close the distance and clinch up but Dangerfield swats him away and circles back towards the center. Dangerfield now looks to counter with a shot at the body. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Kody Dangerfield dominated that round. That's time! Back to the action!#R2##TD# Excellent takedown into side control there by Sanchez Ernandes. Sanchez Ernandes throws an elbow but Dangerfield slips to the side and avoids it well. Sanchez Ernandes throws a strike aimed at the side of Dangerfield's head but Dangerfield avoids it well. Dangerfield sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#SUB2# Dangerfield looking for submissions from an awkward position here. Sanchez Ernandes throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Sanchez Ernandes tries to pass the half guard into mount. Dangerfield knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. Sanchez Ernandes trying to control from half guard but Dangerfield is working away. #T1# Dangerfield is looking to improve his position.
Sanchez Ernandes thows a huge punch but Dangerfield dodges it nicely.
Dangerfield is trying to stand.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Dangerfield can do anything to dispel that myth. Dangerfield has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Sanchez Ernandes is working away from the top position though.#REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD2# Dangerfield shoots in and gets a takedown into Sanchez Ernandes's guard. Dangerfield forces his way into half guard.#SUB2# Dangerfield is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Sanchez Ernandes doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Dangerfield. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2# Dangerfield wants to control but Sanchez Ernandes is keeping him busy. #SUB2# Dangerfield in half guard on the top. He's looking for a kimura... He's got it locked and he's managed to free his trapped foot. Sanchez Ernandes tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Dangerfield!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:53 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Kody Dangerfield! Kody Dangerfield 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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