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Event:
WP 103
Date: May 04, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 29 wins and 21 losses; Roman Kersikov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 51 wins and 70 losses; Boris Balkan!
The judges for this bout are Donald Grub, Steven Brown and Daniel Bishop.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2#
Balkan gets a double leg takedown into Kersikov's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Kersikov (0) vs (2) Balkan
Kersikov looking for a sweep. Not yet Kersikov, not yet.
Kersikov pulls Balkan in close to prevent any damage.
Kersikov keeping full guard, as Balkan tries to pass.
Kersikov wants to sweep but no luck.
Kersikov seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Balkan looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Kersikov wants to sweep but no luck. #T1#
Kersikov is trying to keep Balkan in close.
Balkan's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Balkan being controlled here momentarily.
Kersikov keeping moving, preventing Balkan from controlling successfully. #T2#
Kersikov looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Kersikov controls Balkan momentarily but Balkan frees himself.
Kersikov managing to control the position.
Balkan wants to control from the top but Kersikov keeps moving. #T3#
Balkan wants to pass the guard but Kersikov is keeping the position.
Balkan wants to control from the top but Kersikov keeps moving. #SUB2#
Balkan drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Kersikov manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Balkan has Kersikov in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (2) vs (2) Balkan
Kersikov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Balkan is keeping the position for now. #T4#
Balkan wants to improve his position but instead Kersikov has moved into half guard.
Kersikov takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Balkan is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Kersikov jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (5) vs (2) Balkan
Balkan tries to improve position but can't.
Balkan isn't going anywhere.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T5#
Balkan tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Kersikov wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Kersikov tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Balkan is trying to control Kersikov's posture but Kersikov avoids it.
Kersikov taking a breather here. #T6#
Balkan is looking to reverse the position.
Balkan is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Kersikov in particular looking to stall.#T7#
Balkan is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Kersikov content to control rather than advance.
Kersikov is thwarting Balkan's attempts to control the position.
Balkan regains full guard. Nicely done. #T8#
Kersikov wants to control from the top but Balkan keeps moving.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kersikov won't allow Balkan to sweep him here.
Kersikov trying to control the position from guard on top but Balkan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Balkan wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #T9#
Kersikov controls from within his opponent's guard.
Balkan is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Balkan 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.
Balkan is controlling Kersikov's posture.#T10#
Balkan looking to hit a scissor sweep but Kersikov is one step ahead there. #SUB2#
Balkan has his foot on Kersikov's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Kersikov works his way back into a safe position though.
Balkan trying to keep a closed guard but Kersikov is proving a slippery customer.
Balkan might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Kersikov haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#T11#
Balkan keeping moving, preventing Kersikov from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Balkan has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Kersikov can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Balkan is trying to keep Kersikov in close.
#T12#
Balkan controlling Kersikov's posture.
Kersikov stopping the sweep attempt from Balkan.
Balkan manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Kersikov manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (5) vs (4) Balkan
Kersikov wants to improve his position but instead Balkan has moved into half guard.
Kersikov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T13#
Kersikov is not content to let Balkan control the position.
Kersikov trying to control here.
#SUB2#
Balkan is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Kersikov has managed to free his arm - good work. #T14#
Kersikov is trying to maintain the position but Balkan is very close to passing his half guard.
Balkan wants to pass the guard but Kersikov is defending well.
Kersikov might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Balkan in particular looking to stall.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Balkan is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (5) vs (7) Balkan
And that's the end of the fight!
Balkan wins on points by 7 to 5.
Our winner, Boris Balkan, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
WP 102
Date: May 01, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 29 wins and 20 losses; Roman Kersikov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 49 wins and 62 losses; Anthony Lavicci!
The judges for this bout are Phil Schofield, Paul Tew and James Glass.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Kersikov throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Lavicci was covering up waiting for the punch and Kersikov finishes the takedown easily into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Kersikov (2) vs (0) Lavicci
Kersikov won't allow Lavicci to sweep him here.
Kersikov's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Kersikov trying to control but Lavicci is working from the bottom.
Lavicci has his hands on Kersikov's head, controlling the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov wants to control from the top but Lavicci keeps moving. #T1#
Lavicci pulls Kersikov in close to prevent any damage.
Kersikov not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Lavicci bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Kersikov's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (2) vs (2) Lavicci
Lavicci wants to pass the guard but Kersikov is keeping the position.#T2#
Lavicci preventing the sweep.
Kersikov pulls Lavicci in close to prevent any damage.
Lavicci stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kersikov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Kersikov seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Lavicci trying to control the position from guard on top but Kersikov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lavicci has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Ground Zero Workout Gym. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Lavicci looking to pass the guard. #T3#
Kersikov being controlled here, momentarily.
Kersikov keeping full guard, as Lavicci tries to pass.
Lavicci engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Kersikov keeping moving, preventing Lavicci from controlling successfully. #T4#
Lavicci stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kersikov 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.
Kersikov keeping moving, preventing Lavicci from controlling successfully.
Kersikov keeping full guard, as Lavicci tries to pass.
Lavicci wants to control from the top but Kersikov keeps moving. #T5#
Kersikov keeping full guard, as Lavicci tries to pass.
Lavicci looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lavicci is fighting to break Kersikov's control of his arms but Kersikov is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Lavicci is stalling in the full guard. #T6#
Lavicci tries to free his leg and advance position but Kersikov is retaining full guard.
Lavicci is still trying to improve position.
Lavicci wants to control from the top but Kersikov keeps moving.
Kersikov not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Lavicci looking to pass the guard.
Lavicci trying to control but Kersikov is working from the bottom. #T7#
Lavicci tries to free his leg and advance position but Kersikov is retaining full guard.
Lavicci trying to control the position from guard on top but Kersikov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kersikov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Lavicci is one step ahead there.
Lavicci wants to control from the top but Kersikov keeps moving.
Lavicci looking to pass the guard. #T8#
Lavicci passes Kersikov's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Lavicci is pressing down on Kersikov's thigh, looking to free his foot. Kersikov is holding on for now.
Kersikov wants to improve his position but Lavicci is controlling well.
Kersikov is in trouble now - Lavicci has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (2) vs (5) Lavicci
Lavicci trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T9#
Lavicci wants to control but instead Kersikov manages to regain half guard.
Kersikov is staying active underneath Lavicci, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB2#
Kersikov is defending against the submission attempts here by Lavicci.
Kersikov is looking to control Lavicci's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Kersikov avoid being mounted?#T10#
Kersikov is trying to get back to full guard.
Lavicci is pressing down on Kersikov's thigh, looking to free his foot. Kersikov is holding on for now. #SUB2#
Lavicci is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Kersikov might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Lavicci wants to pass the guard but Kersikov is defending well.
Lavicci wants to control but Kersikov is keeping him busy. #T11#
Lavicci wants to pass to mount but Kersikov is defending the position.
Kersikov is doing well to control the position and prevent Lavicci from advancing to side control.
Lavicci prevents Kersikov from improving his position.
Kersikov won't allow Lavicci to pass to mount.
Lavicci is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#T12#
Lavicci is just content to waste time from the top position. Kersikov takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Lavicci trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Kersikov manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (4) vs (5) Lavicci
Kersikov has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Lavicci is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (4) vs (7) Lavicci#T13#
Lavicci is trying to control. Kersikov wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Lavicci trying to pass the guard but Kersikov defending well.
Lavicci wants to advance to full mount but Kersikov doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead.
Kersikov seems keen to control Lavicci's posture.
Lavicci content to stall in guard here. #T14#
Kersikov trying to control the position here.
Lavicci forces his way into half guard.
Lavicci has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (4) vs (10) Lavicci
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kersikov has given up his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Kersikov (4) vs (13) Lavicci
And that's the end of the fight!
Lavicci wins on points by 13 to 4.
Anthony Lavicci seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
WP 101
Date: Apr 27, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 57 wins and 62 losses; Strega Notturna! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 29 wins and 19 losses; Roman Kersikov!
The judges for this bout are Richard Clark, Phil Schofield and Sam Margolis.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Kersikov changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Notturna tries to avoid it but Kersikov manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Notturna to the ground. Notturna escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Kersikov shoots for a takedown but Notturna saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Kersikov shoots in for a takedown but Notturna shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Notturna attempts a counter takedown but Kersikov avoids it well and moves away.
Strega Notturna has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Roman Kersikov.#TD#
Notturna looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Kersikov! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Notturna (4) vs (0) Kersikov
Kersikov is letting Notturna control him for a moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov struggling a bit here.
Notturna controls the position. #T1#
Notturna has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Notturna's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
We've been hearing good reports from Notturna's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#T2#
This is a sustained period of stalling by Notturna.
Notturna trying to control the position but Kersikov is working away. #T3#
Kersikov stops Notturna from passing to mount.
Kersikov is letting Notturna control him for a moment.
Notturna is looking to take a break and control but Kersikov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Kersikov trying to remain calm as Notturna controls from the top position.#T4#
Notturna trying to control the position but Kersikov is working away.
Kersikov prevents Notturna from improving position.
Notturna taking a breather here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kersikov tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T5#
Kersikov seems a little lost for a moment, as Notturna dominates the positioning.
Notturna continues to hold on tight.
Notturna wants to control but Kersikov is keeping him busy.
Kersikov seems a little lost for a moment, as Notturna dominates the positioning.
Kersikov gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! Score +2 for reaching mount: Notturna (6) vs (0) Kersikov#T6#
Notturna controlling the pace for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Notturna can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Kersikov is looking to escape.
Kersikov stops Notturna from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Notturna takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Kersikov has given up his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Notturna (9) vs (0) Kersikov#T7#
Notturna has good solid back control here.
Kersikov rolls, trying to escape but Notturna keeps control of the position.
#T8#
Notturna really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Kersikov.
Kersikov looking very determined here, making life difficult for Notturna.
Notturna biding his time, looking for the opening.
Notturna trying to control.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Notturna controlling the positon.#T9#
Kersikov 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.
Notturna seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Kersikov for as long as he can get away with.#T10#
Notturna avoiding Kersikov 's attempts to control his hands.
Notturna trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Kersikov doesn't escape.
Notturna tries to get the hooks in deep but Kersikov pushed the leg off.
Kersikov tries to escape but Notturna has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Notturna controls the position.
I really don't envy Kersikov right now.
#T11#
Notturna is riding his opponent, not letting Kersikov buck him off.
Kersikov prevents Notturna from getting a body triangle.
Notturna is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Kersikov is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Kersikov is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Kersikov staying busy and making it hard for Notturna to control.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
#T12#
Kersikov prevents Notturna from getting a body triangle.
Kersikov can't escape the position.
Kersikov is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
#T13#
Kersikov rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Notturna controlling the action here.
Notturna wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kersikov keeps working. #T14#
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Kersikov has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Notturna is working away from the top position though.
Notturna seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Kersikov regains full guard. Nicely done.
Notturna is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Kersikov is pulling down on Notturna's head to control his posture.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Notturna is stalling in the full guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Notturna takes the fight on points by 9 to 0.
Strega Notturna seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
WP 100
Date: Apr 24, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 120 wins and 89 losses; Tyrone Sparxx! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 29 wins and 18 losses; Roman Kersikov!
The judges for this bout are Richard Clark, Sam Margolis and Andrew Berry.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Nice sprawl there from Sparxx as Kersikov shoots in.
Kersikov misses with a takedown attempt - Sparxx sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#TD#
Sparxx closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Kersikov to the mat! Kersikov manages to get full guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Sparxx (2) vs (0) Kersikov
Our spies down at at KFA inform us that Kersikov has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Sparxx sitting in guard here, content to control.
Kersikov wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Sparxx is now in half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Kersikov manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sparxx is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T1#
Kersikov wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Sparxx seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #T2#
Kersikov seems keen to control Sparxx's posture.
We've been hearing good reports from Sparxx's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#T3#
Sparxx wants to pass the guard but Kersikov is keeping the position.
Kersikov looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Sparxx won't allow Kersikov to sweep him here. #T4#
Sparxx's corner is telling him to maintain position.
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.
Sparxx being controlled here momentarily. #T5#
Sparxx not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Kersikov wants to control but Sparxx passes easily into half guard.
Kersikov trying to control but Sparxx postures up.
#T6#
Sparxx content to control rather than advance.
Kersikov is trying to maintain the position but Sparxx is very close to passing his half guard.#T7#
Sparxx slows the pace down in half guard.
Sparxx is looking to advance position but Kersikov won't allow it.
Kersikov is trying to control but can't.
#T8#
Sparxx trying to control the pace.
Kersikov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Sparxx trying to mount his opponent but Kersikov defends it. #T9#
Kersikov is trying to maintain the position but Sparxx is very close to passing his half guard.
Sparxx slows the pace down in half guard.
Sparxx passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Kersikov! Score +3 for passing guard: Sparxx (5) vs (0) Kersikov
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T10#
Sparxx controlling the position easily from mount.
Kersikov keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#T11#
Sparxx controlling the position easily from mount.
Kersikov is desperately trying to improve his position but Sparxx has a good base and remains in mount.
Kersikov tries to hold on but Sparxx pushes him away.
Sparxx controlling from the full mount.
Sparxx wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it. #T12#
Kersikov tries to lock up and control but Sparxx gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Sparxx will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Sparxx takes his opponent's back. Perhaps a chance to lock up a rear naked choke here.
Score +3 for taking back: Sparxx (8) vs (0) Kersikov
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
I would not like to be Kersikov right now.
Sparxx seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Kersikov for as long as he can get away with.
Kersikov is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Sparxx off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.#T13#
Kersikov tries to roll but Sparxx sticks to his back.
Sparxx is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Kersikov tries to roll but Sparxx sticks to his back.
#T14#
Sparxx has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Kersikov's body.
Sparxx has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Kersikov manages to reverse the position and now he's in Sparxx's guard. Nice work there by Kersikov.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sparxx (8) vs (2) Kersikov
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kersikov slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
And that's the end of the fight!
Sparxx takes the fight on points by 8 to 2.
Tyrone Sparxx retains his super heavyweight title!
During a confident post fight interview, Tyrone Sparxx thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
WP 99
Date: Apr 20, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 56 wins and 61 losses; Strega Notturna! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 28 wins and 18 losses; Roman Kersikov!
The judges for this bout are James Glass, William Gold and Richard Clark.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Kersikov looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Notturna is fending him off so far but Kersikov persists. Nope, Notturna circles away and we're back to standing.#TD#
Kersikov gets caught napping as Notturna dives in and scores a takedown. Kersikov manages to retain guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Notturna (2) vs (0) Kersikov
Notturna stays in close to Kersikov's body and controls the position.
Kersikov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Notturna is one step ahead there.
Notturna content to stall in guard here.
Notturna wants to pass the guard but Kersikov is keeping the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Notturna is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T1#
Notturna has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
We've been hearing good reports from Notturna's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Notturna trying to control the position from guard on top but Kersikov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kersikov has his hands on Notturna's head, controlling the position. #T2#
Notturna is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Kersikov pulls Notturna in close to his closed guard and prevents Notturna from doing any damage or advancing position.
Kersikov is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Notturna (2) vs (2) Kersikov
Notturna is concentrating on defense, preventing Kersikov from advancing position.
Notturna is looking for a sweep. Kersikov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Notturna gets full guard.#T3#
Notturna working a defensive guard here.
Notturna has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Kersikov stopping the sweep attempt from Notturna.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Notturna managing to control the position.
Notturna wants to sweep here but Kersikov controlling him for the moment. #T4#
Notturna wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Kersikov sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Notturna's guard.
Notturna is trying to maintain the position but Kersikov is very close to passing his half guard.
Notturna is trying to control but Kersikov passes into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Notturna (2) vs (5) Kersikov
Notturna is looking to regain half guard here but Kersikov keeps moving and retains side control. #T5#
Notturna is trying to escape the position but Kersikov is controlling the position.
Notturna struggling a bit here.
Kersikov passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Notturna! Score +2 for reaching mount: Notturna (2) vs (7) Kersikov
Notturna is squirming around, avoiding Kersikov's attempts to control the action.
Notturna can't escape the position.
#T6#
Kersikov tries to control but Notturna wriggling away.
Notturna regains half guard.
Notturna wants to improve his position but Kersikov is controlling well.
Notturna has his hands clasped together around Kersikov's back. He's all about the action.
Notturna trying to get back to full guard but Kersikov takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Notturna (2) vs (10) Kersikov#T7#
Notturna working to try and regain half guard.
Kersikov takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Notturna is in all sorts of trouble here.
Notturna is working hard here to advance position.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Kersikov wants to control the pace but Notturna is squirming around nicely.
Notturna sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.#T8#
Notturna is trying to get back to full guard.
Kersikov tries to pass the half guard into mount. Notturna knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Notturna tries to get to full guard but Kersikov has control of the leg.
Kersikov trying to control from half guard but Notturna is working away.
Notturna trying to get back to full guard but Kersikov takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Notturna (2) vs (13) Kersikov#T9#
Notturna is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Kersikov avoids the attempt from Notturna to control.
Notturna working to try and regain half guard.
#T10#
Notturna tries to lock up and control but Kersikov gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Notturna is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Notturna is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Notturna working to try and regain half guard.
Kersikov controlling the pace for now.
Kersikov takes Notturna's back. Could be looking for a rear naked choke here - either way, Notturna is in trouble. Score +3 for taking back: Notturna (2) vs (16) Kersikov#T11#
Notturna wants to escape the position.
What can Notturna do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Notturna trying to control the hands but Kersikov won't let him.
Kersikov tries to keep control of the position but Notturna is staying busy.#T12#
Notturna trying to control but not successfully.
I really don't envy Notturna right now.
Notturna wants to control his opponent's hands but Kersikov gets his hands free.
Kersikov has good solid back control here.
Kersikov trying to control momentarily.
#T13#
A bit of a pause in the action here. Kersikov controlling the positon.
Notturna rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Kersikov not doing much here.
#T14#
Notturna holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Kersikov content to control rather than advance.
Notturna wants to get back to full guard.
Notturna is trying to control but can't.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Notturna is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
Notturna is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
And that's the end of the fight!
Kersikov wins on points by 16 to 2.
During a confident post fight interview, Roman Kersikov thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
WP 98
Date: Apr 17, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 27 wins and 18 losses; Roman Kersikov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 48 wins and 59 losses; Anthony Lavicci!
The judges for this bout are Andrew Berry, James Ackerman and Steven Brown.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Lavicci shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Lavicci was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Kersikov (0) vs (4) Lavicci
Kersikov is not content to let Lavicci control the position. #SUB2#
Lavicci goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Kersikov rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Lavicci's guard! Nice work there by Kersikov! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (2) vs (4) Lavicci
Lavicci pulls Kersikov in to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov pushes down on Lavicci's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Lavicci has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Kersikov is working away from the top position though.#T1#
Kersikov prevents Lavicci from improving his position.
Lavicci tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Kersikov has advanced to mount. Uh oh. Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (5) vs (4) Lavicci
Lavicci wants to hold on but Kersikov pushes him away.#T2#
Kersikov controlling the position easily from mount.
Lavicci reaches up and holds on to Kersikov to control the position.
Lavicci is controlling an arm, preventing Kersikov from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Lavicci is squirming around, avoiding Kersikov's attempts to control the action. #T3#
Kersikov controlling from the full mount.
Kersikov seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Lavicci for as long as he can get away with.
Lavicci is trying to escape the mount.
#T4#
Kersikov controlling the position easily from mount.
Lavicci keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Kersikov sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T5#
Kersikov looking to control but Lavicci is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Lavicci keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half 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.#T6#
Kersikov looking to control but Lavicci is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Lavicci is working to get back to half guard.
Lavicci manages to regain half guard. Good work. #T7#
Lavicci moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Kersikov preventing the sweep.
Kersikov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Lavicci pulls Kersikov in close to his closed guard and prevents Kersikov from doing any damage or advancing position.
Lavicci not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T8#
Lavicci is adopting a defensive guard.
Kersikov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T9#
Kersikov looking to sit in guard and control but Lavicci gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (5) vs (6) Lavicci
Lavicci looking to pass the guard.
Lavicci has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Ground Zero Workout Gym. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Kersikov might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T10#
Lavicci is looking to advance position but Kersikov has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Kersikov (9) vs (6) Lavicci
Lavicci wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: Kersikov (12) vs (6) Lavicci
Lavicci just looking to survive in the bad position. #SUB#
Kersikov is looking for a choke. Lavicci gets to his feet with his opponent on his back and slams him to the mat. Lavicci manages to squirm out of the attempted choke and turns into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (12) vs (8) Lavicci
Kersikov seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#T11#
Kersikov has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Lavicci trying to control the position from guard on top but Kersikov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lavicci slips nicely into half guard.#T12#
Lavicci looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lavicci is looking to pass Kersikov's guard but actually Kersikov recovers to full guard.
Kersikov keeping full guard, as Lavicci tries to pass.
Lavicci is stalling in the full guard. #T13#
Lavicci wants to control from the top but Kersikov keeps moving.
Lavicci stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kersikov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Lavicci trying to control but Kersikov is working from the bottom.
Kersikov wants to sweep here but Lavicci controlling him for the moment. #T14#
Lavicci tries to free his leg and advance position but Kersikov is retaining full guard.
Lavicci trying to control the position from guard on top but Kersikov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lavicci trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lavicci forces his way into half guard.
Lavicci trying to mount his opponent but Kersikov defends it.
And that's the end of the fight!
Kersikov takes the fight on points by 12 to 8.
A victorious Roman Kersikov 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:
WP 97
Date: Apr 13, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 38 wins and 48 losses; Gaston Juncker! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 26 wins and 18 losses; Roman Kersikov!
The judges for this bout are Chris Edwards, James Glass and James Atkins.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Juncker gets caught flat footed, as Kersikov shoots in with a quick takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Juncker (0) vs (2) Kersikov
Kersikov won't allow Juncker to sweep him here.
Juncker wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Kersikov is now in half guard.
Juncker tries to roll over but Kersikov keeps him under control.
Juncker controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov trying to pass the guard but Juncker defending well. #T1#
Kersikov trying to control the pace.
Juncker is looking for a sweep. Kersikov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Juncker trying to control here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kersikov controlling the action here.#T2#
Juncker preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Kersikov is looking to advance position but Juncker won't allow it.
Kersikov controlling the action here. #T3#
Kersikov's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Juncker is trying to maintain the position but Kersikov is very close to passing his half guard.
Juncker is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at House of 1000 Corpse, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Juncker is pressing down on Kersikov's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Kersikov stopping the sweep attempt from Juncker.#T4#
Kersikov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Juncker is keeping the position for now.
Kersikov content to stall in guard here.
Juncker keeping full guard, as Kersikov tries to pass.
Kersikov is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T5#
Juncker looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Kersikov is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Juncker trying to control the position here.
Kersikov advances to half guard. #T6#
Juncker slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
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.
Kersikov looking to pass the guard.
Juncker is trying to control the position but Kersikov postures up.
Juncker 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.#T7#
Juncker controlling Kersikov's posture.
Juncker has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Kersikov postures up.
Kersikov slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T8#
Juncker has Kersikov pulled in close to control his posture.
Juncker looking to hit a scissor sweep but Kersikov is one step ahead there.
Juncker controlling the position.#T9#
Kersikov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Juncker is looking to sweep but instead, Kersikov has passed into half guard.
Kersikov is controlling the pace.
Kersikov trying to pass the guard but Juncker defending well. #T10#
Kersikov content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Kersikov tries to pass the half guard into mount. Juncker knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Kersikov is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T11#
It looks like Kersikov might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Kersikov tries to pass to full mount but Juncker defends it.
Kersikov controlling the action here. #T12#
Juncker is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Juncker wants to control but Kersikov passes into side.
Score +3 for passing guard: Juncker (0) vs (5) Kersikov
Well,Juncker is on his way to losing a decision here. Can he use his experience to pull something off in the closing minutes?
Juncker manages to work his way to half guard, despite Kersikov's best efforts.#T13#
Kersikov wants to pass to mount but Juncker is defending the position.
Kersikov trying to control from half guard but Juncker is working away.
Kersikov seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Juncker tries to roll over but Kersikov keeps him under control.#T14#
Kersikov perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
More stalling from Kersikov.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kersikov with more of the same as he continues to hold on.
And that's the end of the fight!
Kersikov wins on points by 5 to 0.
A victorious Roman Kersikov 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:
WP 96
Date: Apr 10, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 62 wins and 59 losses; Long Wang! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 26 wins and 17 losses; Roman Kersikov!
The judges for this bout are Colin Fotheringham, Richard Clark and Andrew Berry.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Kersikov fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Wang avoids it really well and circles away.
Kersikov shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Wang defends it nicely.#TD#
Wang scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Wang (2) vs (0) Kersikov
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Wang sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Wang has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Wang works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Wang (5) vs (0) Kersikov
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wang controls the position from side control.#T1#
Wang tries to advance to mount but can't.
Wang is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Kersikov tries to buck Wang off but Wang is having none of it.
Kersikov is still trying to improve position.
Wang controls the position from side control.#T2#
Wang has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Kersikov tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Kersikov seems a little lost for a moment, as Wang dominates the positioning.#T3#
Kersikov is looking for a sweep.
Wang controlling from side mount.
Wang seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Kersikov for as long as he can get away with.#T4#
Wang's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Kersikov is looking for a sweep.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Kersikov sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Wang slows the pace down in half guard. #T5#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Wang is pressing down on Kersikov's thigh, looking to free his foot. Kersikov is holding on for now.
Kersikov wants to improve his position but Wang is controlling well.
#T6#
Kersikov won't allow Wang to pass to mount.
Wang trying to control the pace.
Further stalling from Wang.
Wang works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Wang (8) vs (0) Kersikov
Wang content just to control the position here. #T7#
This is a sustained period of stalling by Wang.#T8#
Kersikov tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Wang sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T9##T10#
Kersikov keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Wang sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
If it seems like I'm not saying a lot, it's just because Wang is stinking the place up with his stalling.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T11#
Wang continues to hold on tight.#T12#
Kersikov is trying desperately to improve position.
Kersikov is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Wang controlling his opponent.
Wang continues to stall.#T13#
Wang can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Kersikov is looking to escape. #T14#
Wang controlling from mount.
Kersikov is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Wang looking to control and managing it successfully.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Wang takes the fight on points by 8 to 0.
During a confident post fight interview, Long Wang thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
WP 95
Date: Apr 06, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 25 wins and 17 losses; Roman Kersikov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 30 wins and 62 losses; David McDonald!
The judges for this bout are Richard Clark, James Ackerman and Steven Brown.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Kersikov misses with a takedown attempt - McDonald sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
McDonald changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Kersikov tries to avoid it but McDonald manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Kersikov to the ground. Kersikov escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. #TD#
Kersikov throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. McDonald tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Kersikov is in McDonald's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Kersikov (2) vs (0) McDonald
Kersikov sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Kersikov looking to sit in guard and control but McDonald gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (2) vs (2) McDonald
My spies in Blacktalians MMA II inform me that McDonald has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov trying to keep a closed guard but McDonald is proving a slippery customer.
#T1#
McDonald looking to sit in guard and control but Kersikov gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (4) vs (2) McDonald
Kersikov sitting in guard, not really doing much.
McDonald wants to control the position but Kersikov says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. McDonald manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Kersikov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T2#
Kersikov sitting in guard here, content to control. #SUB2#
McDonald looking for subs off his back but Kersikov has passed one foot through into half guard.
Kersikov keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Kersikov trying to mount his opponent but McDonald defends it.
Kersikov stalling. #T3#
McDonald is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Kersikov jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (7) vs (2) McDonald
McDonald gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #SUB2#
McDonald looking for submissions off his back.
McDonald moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T4#
Kersikov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
McDonald controlling Kersikov's posture.
Kersikov pushes down on McDonald's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Kersikov is looking to take a break and control but McDonald is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T5#
McDonald trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Kersikov manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (10) vs (2) McDonald
McDonald wants to hold on but Kersikov pushes him away.
McDonald is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Kersikov is staying active.
Kersikov controlling from the full mount.
Kersikov has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
This is a sustained period of stalling by Kersikov.#T6#
McDonald wants to hold on but Kersikov pushes him away.
McDonald working to try and regain half guard.
Kersikov wants to take McDonald's back here but McDonald is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
#T7#
Kersikov tries to control but McDonald wriggling away.
McDonald is looking to improve his position but Kersikov isn't that keen on the idea.
Kersikov takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T8#
McDonald slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Kersikov is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Kersikov prevents McDonald from improving his position.
McDonald slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
McDonald wants to sweep here but Kersikov controlling him for the moment. #T9#
Kersikov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Kersikov controls from within his opponent's guard.
Kersikov trying to control the position from guard on top but McDonald is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T10#
Kersikov controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Kersikov stopping the sweep attempt from McDonald.
Kersikov is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB2#
McDonald looking for subs off his back but Kersikov has passed one foot through into half guard.
#T11#
McDonald trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Kersikov manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (13) vs (2) McDonald
McDonald wants to hold on but Kersikov pushes him away.
Kersikov wants to take McDonald's back here but McDonald is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
McDonald tries to get back to half guard but can't. #T12#
McDonald wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: Kersikov (16) vs (2) McDonald
McDonald is in bad spot here.
McDonald keeps trying to improve his position.
Kersikov is not going to allow McDonald to sit and survive in this position.
Kersikov controls the position.
Kersikov seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down McDonald for as long as he can get away with.#T13#
McDonald can't escape the position.
McDonald just trying to survive but Kersikov is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish. #T14#
You can see the frustration on McDonald's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
I would not like to be McDonald right now.
Kersikov is looking to control McDonald but McDonald is wriggling around and keeping busy.
McDonald trying to control the hands but Kersikov won't let him.
Kersikov controlling well, preventing McDonald from escaping the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Kersikov takes the fight on points by 16 to 2.
A very excited looking Roman Kersikov made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
David McDonald spoke after the fight, saying 'Fall down seven times, get up eight.'. |
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Event:
WP 94
Date: Apr 03, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 24 wins and 17 losses; Roman Kersikov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 63 wins and 68 losses; Shane MacGowan!
The judges for this bout are James Glass, James Ackerman and Paul Tew.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Kersikov misses with a takedown attempt - MacGowan sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Horrible takedown attempt by MacGowan or perhaps it was just good defense by Kersikov, which made it look bad. #TD2#
MacGowan throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Kersikov was covering up waiting for the punch and MacGowan finishes the takedown easily into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Kersikov (0) vs (2) MacGowan
Kersikov keeping moving, preventing MacGowan from controlling successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kersikov looking to hit a scissor sweep but MacGowan is one step ahead there.
Kersikov is pulling down on MacGowan's head. It's preventing any offense from MacGowan, at least for the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacGowan wants to pass the guard but Kersikov is keeping the position.
My spies in Ground Zero Workout Gym inform me that MacGowan has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#SUB2#
MacGowan is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Kersikov is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Kersikov has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (2) vs (2) MacGowan#T1#
Kersikov controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
MacGowan looking to control.
MacGowan tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T2#
Kersikov tries to free his leg and advance position but MacGowan is retaining full guard.
MacGowan controls Kersikov momentarily but Kersikov frees himself.
Kersikov controlling from the top position.
MacGowan trying to keep a closed guard but Kersikov is proving a slippery customer.
Kersikov controlling from the top position.
MacGowan pulls Kersikov in close to his closed guard and prevents Kersikov from doing any damage or advancing position.
Kersikov won't allow MacGowan to sweep him here. #T3#
Kersikov works a leg free and moves into half guard.
MacGowan tries to roll over but Kersikov keeps him under control.
Kersikov wants to free his trapped foot but MacGowan is holding on for dear life with his legs.
MacGowan tries to get to full guard but Kersikov has control of the leg.
Kersikov controlling the pace.
MacGowan tries to roll over but Kersikov keeps him under control.#T4#
Kersikov is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (5) vs (2) MacGowan
MacGowan has given up his back - I don’t know if this is a deliberate ploy to try and escape or if he is just struggling down there.
Score +3 for taking back: Kersikov (8) vs (2) MacGowan
MacGowan is trying to break free.
MacGowan trying to control the hands but Kersikov won't let him.
Kersikov has the hooks in. MacGowan is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #T5#
MacGowan keeps trying to improve his position.
Kersikov has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of MacGowan's body.
#SUB#
Kersikov tightening his grip on MacGowan, looking for the choke.
MacGowan is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
MacGowan trying to control the hands but Kersikov breaks the grip.
Kersikov seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
MacGowan is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Kersikov.
#T6#
MacGowan is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
MacGowan trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
MacGowan tries to break free.
MacGowan is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Kersikov.
#T7#
MacGowan is in bad spot here.
What can MacGowan do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
MacGowan trying to control the hands but Kersikov won't let him.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kersikov biding his time, controlling MacGowan.
MacGowan rolls, trying to escape but Kersikov keeps control of the position.
#T8#
MacGowan trying to control the position but Kersikov manages to sink in the hooks.
MacGowan rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Kersikov is thwarting MacGowan's attempts to control the position.
Kersikov prevents MacGowan from improving his position.
Kersikov trying to control the pace.
MacGowan moves into full guard.
#T9#
MacGowan is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (8) vs (4) MacGowan#SUB2#
MacGowan seems to be working for a kimura but Kersikov defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Kersikov is defending against the submission attempts here by MacGowan.
#SUB2#
MacGowan is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
MacGowan is working for a submission of some sort.
#T10##SUB2#
Kersikov is defending against the submission attempts here by MacGowan.
#SUB2#
MacGowan is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB2#
MacGowan is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
MacGowan seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Kersikov does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T11##SUB2#
MacGowan is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Kersikov works his way to full guard. Good work.
MacGowan trying to control but Kersikov is working from the bottom.
Kersikov wants to sweep here but MacGowan controlling him for the moment.
MacGowan tries to free his leg and advance position but Kersikov is retaining full guard.
Kersikov has control of MacGowan's left arm, preventing MacGowan from doing any damage.
MacGowan won't allow Kersikov to sweep him here.
MacGowan stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kersikov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
MacGowan trying to control but Kersikov is working from the bottom. #T12#
Kersikov is controlling MacGowan's posture.
MacGowan wants to control from the top but Kersikov keeps moving.
MacGowan is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.
MacGowan wants to pass the guard but Kersikov is keeping the position.
MacGowan looking to sit in guard and control but Kersikov gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (10) vs (4) MacGowan
MacGowan lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (10) vs (6) MacGowan
Kersikov keeping full guard, as MacGowan tries to pass.
MacGowan trying to control but Kersikov is working from the bottom. #T13#
MacGowan pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kersikov is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
MacGowan has gone for a leg lock! Kersikov slips out almost immediately though and dives into MacGowan's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (12) vs (6) MacGowan
Kersikov forces his way into half guard.
MacGowan wants to improve his position but Kersikov is controlling well.
MacGowan is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Kersikov's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Kersikov's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Kersikov (12) vs (10) MacGowan#T14##SUB2#
MacGowan looking for the choke from the back. #SUB2#
MacGowan is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Kersikov is defending well though. MacGowan let's go of the attempt for now.
MacGowan looks winded!#SUB2#
MacGowan looking for the choke but no joy.
MacGowan doesn't have the hooks in and Kersikov manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (14) vs (10) MacGowan
MacGowan is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
MacGowan looking for a sweep. Not yet MacGowan, not yet.
Kersikov tries to free his leg and advance position but MacGowan is retaining full guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Kersikov takes the fight on points by 14 to 10.
During a confident post fight interview, Roman Kersikov thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
WP 93
Date: Mar 30, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 23 wins and 17 losses; Roman Kersikov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 53 wins and 76 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are James Glass, James Atkins and Richard Clark.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Turturro looks for a takedown but Kersikov sprawls well.
Nice sprawl there from Turturro as Kersikov shoots in.
Kersikov shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Turturro pinned against the cage. Turturro gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Kersikov misses with a takedown attempt - Turturro sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Roman Kersikov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Turturro shoots in for a takedown but Kersikov shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Kersikov looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Turturro is fending him off so far but Kersikov persists. Nope, Turturro circles away and we're back to standing.
Kersikov closes this distance looking for a takedown but Turturro circles away.
And Turturro tries to counter it with a takedown but Kersikov pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Nice takedown defense from Kersikov. No joy for Turturro on that attempt.
Horrible takedown attempt by Kersikov or perhaps it was just good defense by Turturro, which made it look bad. #TD#
Kersikov feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Kersikov (2) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro keeping moving, preventing Kersikov from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T1#
Kersikov is fighting to break Turturro's control of his arms but Turturro is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Turturro working a defensive guard here.
Turturro is looking to sweep but instead, Kersikov has passed into half guard.
#T2#
Kersikov with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #SUB2#
Turturro actively working from the bottom here.
Turturro wants to control but Kersikov is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T3#
Turturro works his way to full guard. Good work.
Kersikov being controlled here momentarily.
Turturro wants to hit a sweep here but Kersikov passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Turturro there! Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (5) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro gets back to half guard.
Kersikov takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#T4#
Kersikov moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (8) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro is trying to control Kersikov's posture but Kersikov avoids it.
Turturro prevents Kersikov from moving into mount.
Turturro tries to control but Kersikov manages to take his back. Score +3 for taking back: Kersikov (11) vs (0) Turturro
Kersikov keeps control of the position as Turturro tries to break free.
Kersikov doesn't have the hooks in and Turturro manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (11) vs (2) Turturro#T5#
Turturro looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
My spies in Blacktalians MMA II inform me that Turturro has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Turturro trying to control the position from guard on top but Kersikov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Turturro passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (11) vs (5) Turturro#T6#
Turturro trying to control the action but Kersikov is working from the bottom.
Kersikov is looking for a sweep.#SUB2#
Turturro is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Kersikov has escaped the position, nice work there.
Turturro trying to control the action but Kersikov is working from the bottom. #T7#
Kersikov is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Turturro off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Kersikov (15) vs (5) Turturro
Kersikov gets his hands free as Turturro looks to control.
Turturro is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Kersikov.
Kersikov has the hooks in. Turturro is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #T8#
Turturro wants to control his opponent's hands but Kersikov gets his hands free.
Turturro tries to escape the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Turturro is still trying to improve position.#T9#
Turturro trying to control the position but Kersikov manages to sink in the hooks.
Turturro is really stuck here.
Kersikov keeps control of the position easily here as Turturro tries to buck him off.
Turturro is trying to break free.
Turturro rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
#T10#
Kersikov sitting and controlling from the half guard. #SUB2#
Turturro looking for subs from the bottom but Kersikov mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (18) vs (5) Turturro
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Turturro is desperately trying to improve his position but Kersikov has a good base and remains in mount.
Kersikov controlling from mount. #T11#
Turturro is looking to improve his position but Kersikov isn't that keen on the idea.
Turturro regains half guard.
Turturro is looking for a sweep. Kersikov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Turturro won't allow Kersikov to pass to mount.
Turturro is trying to control but can't.
Turturro works his way to full guard. Good work.#T12##SUB2#
Turturro working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Kersikov doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Kersikov manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Kersikov might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB2#
Turturro is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Turturro trying to control the position.
Turturro keeping full guard, as Kersikov tries to pass. #T13#
Turturro wants to sweep here but Kersikov controlling him for the moment.
Kersikov's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Turturro tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Turturro is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Turturro keeping full guard, as Kersikov tries to pass. #T14#
Kersikov postures up.
Kersikov won't allow Turturro to sweep him here.
Kersikov has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Turturro is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Turturro looking for a sweep. Not yet Turturro, not yet.
And that's the end of the fight!
Kersikov takes the fight on points by 18 to 5.
A victorious Roman Kersikov 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:
WP 92
Date: Mar 27, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 17 losses; Bjj Catch Wrestler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 22 wins and 17 losses; Roman Kersikov!
The judges for this bout are Richard Clark, James Atkins and Paul Tew.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Kersikov misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#TD#
Catch Wrestler decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Catch Wrestler (2) vs (0) Kersikov
Kersikov moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Kersikov trying to control the position here.
Catch Wrestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Kersikov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Catch Wrestler pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kersikov is keeping the position for now. #T1#
Catch Wrestler slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Kersikov keeping full guard, as Catch Wrestler tries to pass.
Catch Wrestler preventing the sweep.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Kersikov holds on and takes a little breather.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Catch Wrestler wants to control from the top but Kersikov keeps moving.
Kersikov has Catch Wrestler pulled in close to control his posture.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Catch Wrestler pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kersikov is keeping the position for now. #T3#
Catch Wrestler trying to control but Kersikov is working from the bottom.
Kersikov is pulling down on Catch Wrestler's head. It's preventing any offense from Catch Wrestler, at least for the moment.
Kersikov keeping full guard, as Catch Wrestler tries to pass.
Catch Wrestler won't allow Kersikov to sweep him here.
Catch Wrestler pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kersikov is keeping the position for now. #T4#
Catch Wrestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Kersikov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Catch Wrestler tries to free his leg and advance position but Kersikov is retaining full guard.
Catch Wrestler trying to control but Kersikov is working from the bottom.
Catch Wrestler preventing the sweep.
Kersikov seems keen to control Catch Wrestler's posture.
Kersikov keeping full guard, as Catch Wrestler tries to pass. #T5#
Catch Wrestler wants to control from the top but Kersikov keeps moving.
Catch Wrestler is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Kersikov is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Catch Wrestler is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T6#
Kersikov controlling the position.
Catch Wrestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Kersikov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kersikov trying to control the position here.
Catch Wrestler controls from within his opponent's guard. #T7#
Catch Wrestler looking to pass the guard.
Catch Wrestler is stalling in the full guard.
Kersikov looking for a sweep. Not yet Kersikov, not yet.
Catch Wrestler tries to free his leg and advance position but Kersikov is retaining full guard. #T8#
Kersikov seems keen to control Catch Wrestler's posture.
Catch Wrestler preventing the sweep.
Catch Wrestler wants to pass the guard but Kersikov is keeping the position.
Catch Wrestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Kersikov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Catch Wrestler trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T9#
Catch Wrestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Kersikov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Our spies down at at KFA inform us that Kersikov has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Kersikov manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Catch Wrestler manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Catch Wrestler (2) vs (2) Kersikov
Kersikov trying to control but Catch Wrestler is working from the bottom.
Catch Wrestler looking to control.
#T10#
Kersikov slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Catch Wrestler wants to sweep but no luck.
Kersikov looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Kersikov stacks Catch Wrestler on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Kersikov! Score +3 for passing guard: Catch Wrestler (2) vs (5) Kersikov
Catch Wrestler tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T11#
Kersikov controlling the position from side mount.
Catch Wrestler prevents Kersikov from improving position. #T12#
Kersikov wants to control but Catch Wrestler is keeping him busy.
Catch Wrestler is trying to get back to half guard.
Catch Wrestler regains half guard.
Catch Wrestler is looking to control Kersikov's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Catch Wrestler avoid being mounted?#T13##SUB#
Catch Wrestler actively working from the bottom here.
Catch Wrestler is trying to get back to full guard.
Catch Wrestler gets full guard.#T14#
Catch Wrestler trying to control the position.
Kersikov sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Catch Wrestler's guard.
Catch Wrestler has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Kersikov is working away from the top position though.
Catch Wrestler is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
Kersikov is taking a breather. Catch Wrestler says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Kersikov wins on points by 5 to 2.
A relieved looking Roman Kersikov thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
WP 91
Date: Mar 23, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 47 wins and 64 losses; Boris Balkan! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 21 wins and 17 losses; Roman Kersikov!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Bishop, James Ackerman and James Glass.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Kersikov closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Balkan quickly recovers to half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Balkan (0) vs (2) Kersikov
Kersikov prevents Balkan from improving his position.
Kersikov perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Balkan has a hand on Kersikov's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Kersikov takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Balkan (0) vs (5) Kersikov
Balkan is just holding on here. Kersikov manages to take his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Balkan (0) vs (8) Kersikov
Kersikov is not going to allow Balkan to sit and survive in this position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Balkan is really stuck here.
#T1#
Balkan is working hard here to advance position.
Kersikov controlling from the back.
You can see the frustration on Balkan's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Kersikov 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.
Balkan has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Kersikov wants to control but Balkan is keeping busy.
I really don't envy Balkan right now.
Our spies down at at KFA inform us that Kersikov has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Kersikov is not going to allow Balkan to sit and survive in this position.
Kersikov controlling the position well here. Balkan rolled but Kersikov kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
#T2#
Balkan breaks Kersikov's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Balkan (2) vs (8) Kersikov
Balkan trying to control but Kersikov is working from the bottom. #T3#
Balkan is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Kersikov is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Balkan sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Kersikov is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Kersikov can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Balkan controls the pace.#T4#
Balkan's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Kersikov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Balkan is one step ahead there.
Balkan trying to control the position from guard on top but Kersikov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T5#
Balkan trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Kersikov manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Balkan (2) vs (10) Kersikov
Balkan looking for a sweep. Not yet Balkan, not yet. #SUB#
Balkan is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Balkan looking to hit a scissor sweep but Kersikov is one step ahead there.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Balkan holds on and takes a little breather. #T6#
Balkan not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Balkan managing to control the position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB#
Balkan is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Kersikov defends well.#T7#
Kersikov trying to control but Balkan is working from the bottom.
Balkan is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Kersikov sitting in guard here, content to control.
Balkan will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T8#
Balkan has control of Kersikov's left arm, preventing Kersikov from doing any damage.
Kersikov trying to control but Balkan is working from the bottom.
Balkan trying to keep a closed guard but Kersikov is proving a slippery customer.
#SUB#
Balkan working for a triangle but Kersikov defends it easily.
Kersikov must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Kersikov trying to control the position from guard on top but Balkan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T9#
Balkan trying to control the position.
Balkan looking for a sweep. Not yet Balkan, not yet. #T10#
Balkan controlling Kersikov's posture.
Balkan trying to control the position.
#SUB#
Balkan has an active guard here but Kersikov has managed to pass into half guard.
Balkan is trying to get back to full guard.#T11#
Balkan is trying to control but can't.
Balkan is looking for a sweep. Kersikov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Balkan has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Kersikov is working away from the top position though.
Balkan is looking for a sweep. Kersikov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Kersikov looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Balkan has his hands clasped together around Kersikov's back. He's all about the action.#T12#
Kersikov trying to control the action but Balkan is working from the bottom.
Balkan tries to get to full guard but Kersikov has control of the leg.
Kersikov is trying to control. Balkan wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Balkan is trying to get back to full guard.#T13#
Kersikov trying to pass the guard but Balkan defending well.
Kersikov trying to control the action but Balkan is working from the bottom.
Kersikov is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Balkan! Score +3 for passing guard: Balkan (2) vs (13) Kersikov
Balkan just holding on.
Balkan slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.#T14#
Balkan is looking to control Kersikov's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Balkan avoid being mounted?
Balkan is concentrating on defense, preventing Kersikov from advancing position.
Balkan continues to stall.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Balkan is trying to control but can't.
Balkan is looking to improve his position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Kersikov wins on points by 13 to 2.
A relieved looking Roman Kersikov thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
WP 89
Date: Mar 16, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 20 wins and 17 losses; Roman Kersikov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 20 losses; Stoned Nelson!
The judges for this bout are Phil Schofield, James Glass and James Ackerman.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Kersikov is defended easily by Nelson.
Kersikov shoots in and drives through. Nelson sprawls well.
Nelson shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Kersikov defends it nicely.#TD#
Kersikov shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Nelson napping and manages to drive through into side control! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Kersikov (4) vs (0) Nelson
Nelson tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Kersikov wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
You can see the frustration on Nelson's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Nelson trying to remain calm as Kersikov controls from the top position.
Nelson is trying to get back to half guard.
Nelson is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#T2#
Kersikov is staying tight to Nelson's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Kersikov advances to full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Kersikov (6) vs (0) Nelson
Kersikov avoids the attempt from Nelson to control.
Nelson working to try and regain half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Kersikov controlling his opponent.
Nelson told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
Nelson tries to hold on but Kersikov pushes him away. #T4#
Kersikov prevents Nelson from getting the reversal.
Nelson tries to hold on but Kersikov pushes him away.
Nelson really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Nelson controls the position.
Nelson tries to lock up and control but Kersikov gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T5#
Kersikov tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Nelson sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Nelson works his way to full guard. Good work.
Nelson looking to hit a scissor sweep but Kersikov is one step ahead there.
Kersikov postures up.
#T6##SUB2#
Nelson working for a triangle but Kersikov defends it easily.
Kersikov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Nelson is keeping the position for now.
Nelson 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.
Nelson wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Kersikov is now in half guard. #T7#
Nelson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Nelson wants to control but Kersikov is keeping busy.
Kersikov wants to pass the guard but Nelson is defending well.
Nelson moves into full guard.
#T8#
Nelson looking to hit a scissor sweep but Kersikov is one step ahead there.
Kersikov is pushing down on Nelson's leg trying to pass to half guard. Nelson is fighting to maintain full guard but Kersikov has managed to sneak the leg through.
Nelson is looking to control Kersikov's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Nelson avoid being mounted?
Kersikov has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (9) vs (0) Nelson#T9#
Nelson tries to control the position but Kersikov now has his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Kersikov (12) vs (0) Nelson
Kersikov keeps control of the position as Nelson tries to break free.
Nelson trying to control the hands but Kersikov breaks the grip.
Nelson breaks Kersikov's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (12) vs (2) Nelson#T10#
Nelson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kersikov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Kersikov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Kersikov being controlled here, momentarily.
Kersikov keeping moving, preventing Nelson from controlling successfully. #T11#
Nelson slips nicely into half guard.
Nelson working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Kersikov's thigh. Kersikov counters though and makes it back to full guard.
Nelson trying to control but Kersikov is working from the bottom.
Nelson forces his way into half guard.#T12#
Nelson not doing much here.
Nelson trying to control from half guard but Kersikov is working away.
Kersikov is trying to control but can't.
Nelson is figuring out what he wants to do next.#T13#
Nelson tries to pass the half guard into mount. Kersikov knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Kersikov is not content to let Nelson control the position.
Nelson wants to pass the guard but Kersikov is defending well.
Nelson is trying to control. Kersikov wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T14#
Kersikov trying to control here.
#SUB2#
Nelson is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Kersikov preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
And that's the end of the fight!
Kersikov takes the fight on points by 12 to 2.
Our winner, Roman Kersikov, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
WP 88
Date: Mar 13, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 20 wins and 16 losses; Roman Kersikov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 16 losses; Bjj Catch Wrestler!
The judges for this bout are Donald Grub, Daniel Bishop and Sam Margolis.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Catch Wrestler drives through with a takedown into Kersikov's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Kersikov (0) vs (2) Catch Wrestler
Kersikov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Catch Wrestler is one step ahead there.
Kersikov seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Catch Wrestler trying to control but Kersikov is working from the bottom.
Catch Wrestler is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov controlling Catch Wrestler's posture. #T1#
Catch Wrestler controls from within his opponent's guard.
Kersikov looking for a sweep. Not yet Kersikov, not yet.
Kersikov keeping moving, preventing Catch Wrestler from controlling successfully.
Catch Wrestler preventing the sweep.
Catch Wrestler controlling from the top position. #T2#
Kersikov wants to hit a sweep here but Catch Wrestler passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Kersikov there! Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (0) vs (5) Catch Wrestler
Catch Wrestler can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Kersikov is looking to escape.
Catch Wrestler is dominating on the ground here - he's now on his opponent's back, looking to sink in the hooks. Kersikov is in real trouble.
Score +3 for taking back: Kersikov (0) vs (8) Catch Wrestler#T3#
Catch Wrestler wants to control the position but Kersikov frees himself and scrambles - Catch Wrestler manages to regain control in side control.
Catch Wrestler working away.#SUB2#
Catch Wrestler goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Kersikov rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Catch Wrestler's guard! Nice work there by Kersikov! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (2) vs (8) Catch Wrestler
Kersikov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Catch Wrestler swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Catch Wrestler is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T4#
Kersikov is stalling in the full guard.
Catch Wrestler is trying to keep Kersikov in close.
Catch Wrestler is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Catch Wrestler is trying to control the position but Kersikov postures up. #T5#
Kersikov is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Catch Wrestler looking for a sweep. Not yet Catch Wrestler, not yet.
Catch Wrestler manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Kersikov manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (2) vs (10) Catch Wrestler
Catch Wrestler won't allow Kersikov to sweep him here.
Catch Wrestler wants to control from the top but Kersikov keeps moving. #T6#
Catch Wrestler seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Kersikov managing to control the position. #T7#
Kersikov controls Catch Wrestler momentarily but Catch Wrestler frees himself.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Catch Wrestler is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Catch Wrestler is looking to pass into half guard but Kersikov pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Kersikov is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (4) vs (10) Catch Wrestler#T8#
Catch Wrestler keeping full guard, as Kersikov tries to pass.
Catch Wrestler is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Kersikov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Catch Wrestler working a defensive guard here.
Kersikov pushes down on Catch Wrestler's leg and manages to get into half guard.#T9#
Catch Wrestler trying to control from the bottom.
Catch Wrestler tries to get to full guard but Kersikov has control of the leg.
Kersikov is thwarting Catch Wrestler's attempts to control the position.
Catch Wrestler regains full guard. Nicely done.
Kersikov trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Catch Wrestler manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (4) vs (12) Catch Wrestler#T10#
Catch Wrestler trying to control the position from guard on top but Kersikov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Catch Wrestler slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Kersikov looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Catch Wrestler trying to control but Kersikov is working from the bottom. #T11#
Catch Wrestler controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Catch Wrestler preventing the sweep. #T12#
Kersikov trying to keep a closed guard but Catch Wrestler is proving a slippery customer.
Catch Wrestler slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Kersikov keeping moving, preventing Catch Wrestler from controlling successfully.
Catch Wrestler might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Kersikov haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Catch Wrestler wants to pass the guard but Kersikov is keeping the position.#T13#
Kersikov bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Catch Wrestler's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (6) vs (12) Catch Wrestler
Kersikov slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Kersikov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Catch Wrestler swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Kersikov controlling from the top position. #T14#
Kersikov won't allow Catch Wrestler to sweep him here.
Catch Wrestler trying to keep a closed guard but Kersikov is proving a slippery customer.
Catch Wrestler pulls Kersikov in close to his closed guard and prevents Kersikov from doing any damage or advancing position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kersikov wants to pass the guard but Catch Wrestler is keeping the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Catch Wrestler wins on points by 12 to 6.
Bjj Catch Wrestler managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Un-Kaged Nutrition, into his post fight interview. |
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Event:
WP 87
Date: Mar 09, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 15 losses; Bjj Catch Wrestler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 19 wins and 16 losses; Roman Kersikov!
The judges for this bout are Donald Grub, Chris Edwards and Sam Margolis.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Catch Wrestler gets a takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Catch Wrestler (2) vs (0) Kersikov
Catch Wrestler is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Kersikov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Catch Wrestler trying to control the pace.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1##SUB#
Catch Wrestler is looking for a kimura but Kersikov is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Catch Wrestler to get the leverage. #SUB#
Kersikov makes his way to full guard, as Catch Wrestler worked for a kimura.
Catch Wrestler tries to free his leg and advance position but Kersikov is retaining full guard.
Kersikov has control of Catch Wrestler's left arm, preventing Catch Wrestler from doing any damage.
Catch Wrestler has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Kersikov is continuing to stall.
Kersikov keeping moving, preventing Catch Wrestler from controlling successfully. #T2#
Kersikov looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Catch Wrestler stopping the sweep attempt from Kersikov.
Catch Wrestler trying to control but Kersikov is working from the bottom.
Kersikov looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T3#
Catch Wrestler stands and throws Kersikov's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Catch Wrestler (5) vs (0) Kersikov
Catch Wrestler trying to control the action but Kersikov is working from the bottom.
Catch Wrestler tries to advance to mount but can't. #T4#
Kersikov is not content to let Catch Wrestler control the position.
Catch Wrestler tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler swings around for an armbar but Kersikov sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Catch Wrestler's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Catch Wrestler (5) vs (2) Kersikov#SUB#
Catch Wrestler looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Kersikov passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Catch Wrestler (5) vs (5) Kersikov#T5#
Kersikov takes a little break here. Catch Wrestler wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Catch Wrestler is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T6#
Catch Wrestler gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! Score +2 for reaching mount: Catch Wrestler (5) vs (7) Kersikov
Catch Wrestler tries to hold on but Kersikov postures up.
Catch Wrestler is in all sorts of trouble here.
Catch Wrestler manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Kersikov looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T7#
Kersikov trying to pass the guard but Catch Wrestler defending well.
Kersikov content to control rather than advance.
Catch Wrestler is looking for a sweep. Kersikov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Kersikov controlling the pace. #T8#
Catch Wrestler is trying to maintain the position but Kersikov is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB#
Catch Wrestler actively working from the bottom here.
Catch Wrestler is looking for a sweep. Kersikov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Kersikov controlling the action here.#T9#
Kersikov's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Catch Wrestler is trying to control but Kersikov manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Catch Wrestler (5) vs (10) Kersikov#T10#
Kersikov looking to control and managing it successfully.
Catch Wrestler tries to reverse the position but Kersikov maintains control.#T11#
Kersikov controlling his opponent.
Catch Wrestler tries to hold on but Kersikov postures up.
Kersikov sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T12#
Catch Wrestler wants to control but Kersikov is having none of it.
Kersikov works his way to his opponent's back.
Score +3 for taking back: Catch Wrestler (5) vs (13) Kersikov#T13#
Kersikov controlling from the back.
It looks like Kersikov might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Kersikov avoiding Catch Wrestler 's attempts to control his hands.
Catch Wrestler breaks Kersikov's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Catch Wrestler (7) vs (13) Kersikov
Catch Wrestler's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T14#
Catch Wrestler tries to free his leg and advance position but Kersikov is retaining full guard.
Kersikov lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Catch Wrestler (7) vs (15) Kersikov
Catch Wrestler working a defensive guard here.
Catch Wrestler looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Catch Wrestler trying to keep a closed guard but Kersikov is proving a slippery customer.
And that's the end of the fight!
Kersikov wins on points by 15 to 7.
An out of breath Roman Kersikov thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
WP 86
Date: Mar 06, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 16 losses; Roman Kersikov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 18 losses; Stoned Nelson!
The judges for this bout are James Atkins, Chris Edwards and Steven Brown.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Kersikov closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Kersikov (4) vs (0) Nelson
Nelson tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Kersikov wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Kersikov tries to move into full mount but can't pass Nelson's legs.
Nelson regains half guard.
Nelson is staying active underneath Kersikov, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Nelson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Kersikov sitting and controlling from the half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T1#
Nelson is looking to improve his position.
Kersikov controlling the action here.
Nelson is trying to get back to full guard.#T2#
Kersikov is thwarting Nelson's attempts to control the position.
Nelson told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
Kersikov sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Nelson wants to improve his position but Kersikov is controlling well.
#T3#
Nelson trying to hold on to Kersikov's head to control him but Kersikov postures up.
Still in half guard, Kersikov seems content to control.
Nelson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kersikov wants to pass to mount but Nelson is defending the position.
Nelson trying to control here.
#T4#
Kersikov is taking a breather. Nelson says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Nelson regains full guard. Nicely done.
Nelson is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Kersikov wants to control from the top but Nelson keeps moving.
Nelson looking for a sweep. Not yet Nelson, not yet. #T5#
Nelson is trying to keep Kersikov in close.
#SUB2#
Nelson working for submissions but it's allowed Kersikov to get to half guard.
Nelson tries to get to full guard but Kersikov has control of the leg.
Kersikov trying to advance position but Nelson counters by regaining guard. #T6#
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Nelson holds on and takes a little breather.
Nelson trying to control the position.
Nelson is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Kersikov wants to control from the top but Nelson keeps moving. #SUB2#
Nelson working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Kersikov has passed into half guard!
#T7#
Nelson trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (7) vs (0) Nelson
Nelson tries to hold on but Kersikov postures up.
Nelson wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: Kersikov (10) vs (0) Nelson
Nelson tries to roll but Kersikov sticks to his back.
#T8#
Nelson is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Kersikov has good solid back control here.
Kersikov wants to control the position but Nelson frees himself and scrambles - Kersikov manages to regain control in side control.
Nelson tries to buck Kersikov off but Kersikov is having none of it.
Kersikov happy to just control the position for now.
Nelson is in a bad spot here and he knows it... just holding on for now.#T9#
Nelson can't do much from the bottom here.
Nelson is looking to reverse the position.#T10#
Kersikov trying to control the action but Nelson is working from the bottom.
Kersikov is staying tight to Nelson's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Kersikov advances to full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Kersikov (12) vs (0) Nelson
Nelson gets back to half guard.#T11#
Kersikov tries to pass to full mount but Nelson defends it. #SUB2#
Nelson actively working from the bottom here.
Nelson tries to roll over but Kersikov keeps him under control.
Kersikov wants to pass the guard but Nelson is defending well.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#T12#
Nelson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Nelson trying to hold on to Kersikov's head to control him but Kersikov postures up.
#T13#
Kersikov sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Kersikov prevents Nelson from improving his position.
Nelson is trying to maintain the position but Kersikov is very close to passing his half guard.
Nelson trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Kersikov manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (15) vs (0) Nelson#T14#
Nelson holds on for dear life, controlling Kersikov's posture momentarily.
Kersikov controlling his opponent.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kersikov is trying to take his opponent's back.
Nelson is looking to get to half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Kersikov takes the fight on points by 15 to 0.
Roman Kersikov thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
WP 85
Date: Mar 02, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 32 wins and 42 losses; Gaston Juncker! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 15 losses; Roman Kersikov!
The judges for this bout are Colin Fotheringham, James Atkins and Phil Schofield.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Kersikov drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Juncker (0) vs (4) Kersikov
Kersikov gets to mount! Juncker was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. Score +2 for reaching mount: Juncker (0) vs (6) Kersikov
Juncker is trying to escape the mount.
Juncker is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Juncker is trying to escape the mount.
Juncker is working hard here to advance position.
Juncker's coaches at House of 1000 Corpse have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.#T1#
Juncker gets back to half guard.
Juncker wants to control but Kersikov is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Kersikov perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Juncker regains full guard. Nicely done. #T2#
Juncker is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Juncker (2) vs (6) Kersikov
Juncker wants to free his trapped foot but Kersikov is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Juncker is keen to just control but Kersikov is a slippery customer.#T3#
Juncker is figuring out what he wants to do next.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Juncker's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Kersikov is trying to get back to full guard.
Juncker is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Juncker seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Kersikov for as long as he can get away with.#T4#
Kersikov won't allow Juncker to pass to mount.
Kersikov wants to improve his position but Juncker is controlling well.
Juncker is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Juncker (5) vs (6) Kersikov
Kersikov really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#T5#
Kersikov tries to lock up and control but Juncker gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Juncker fails to advance to Kersikov's back.
Juncker takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Kersikov is looking to improve his position but Juncker isn't that keen on the idea.
Kersikov has given up his back - I don’t know if this is a deliberate ploy to try and escape or if he is just struggling down there.
Score +3 for taking back: Juncker (8) vs (6) Kersikov#T6#
Juncker is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Juncker has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T7#
Juncker is looking to control Kersikov but Kersikov is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Kersikov is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Juncker off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Kersikov breaks Juncker's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Juncker (8) vs (8) Kersikov#T8#
Juncker pulls Kersikov in close to his closed guard and prevents Kersikov from doing any damage or advancing position.
Juncker can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Kersikov controls the pace.
Kersikov must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Juncker has control of Kersikov's left arm, preventing Kersikov from doing any damage. #T9#
Kersikov trying to control the position from guard on top but Juncker is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Juncker wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Juncker keeping full guard, as Kersikov tries to pass. #T10#
Juncker controlling Kersikov's posture.
Juncker keeping full guard, as Kersikov tries to pass.
Kersikov controls from within his opponent's guard.
Kersikov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T11#
Kersikov controlling from the top position.
Kersikov is looking to advance position but Juncker has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Juncker (12) vs (8) Kersikov
Juncker trying to control but Kersikov is having none of it. #T12#
Kersikov tries to hold on but Juncker pushes him away.
Juncker controlling his opponent.
Juncker trying to control but Kersikov is having none of it.
Kersikov is in all sorts of trouble here.
#T13#
Juncker forces the positional change into back control. Score +3 for taking back: Juncker (15) vs (8) Kersikov
Kersikov staying busy and making it hard for Juncker to control.
Juncker is trying to control but Kersikov is trying to escape here - he's now mounted.
Juncker sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T14#
Kersikov 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.
Kersikov is working to get back to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Juncker is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Kersikov has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Kersikov! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Juncker (15) vs (10) Kersikov
And that's the end of the fight!
Juncker takes the fight on points by 15 to 10.
Gaston Juncker thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
WP 84
Date: Feb 28, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 14 losses; Roman Kersikov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 42 wins and 51 losses; Anthony Lavicci!
The judges for this bout are William Gold, Chris Edwards and James Atkins.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
Kersikov scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Kersikov (2) vs (0) Lavicci
Kersikov wants to free his trapped foot but Lavicci is holding on for dear life with his legs.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Lavicci has his hands clasped together around Kersikov's back. He's all about the action.
Lavicci wants to control the action here but instead Kersikov manages to pass to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (5) vs (0) Lavicci
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov content just to control the position here.
Lavicci tries to lock up and control but Kersikov gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T1#
Kersikov tries to control but Lavicci wriggling away.
Kersikov tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Lavicci is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Kersikov prevents Lavicci from getting the reversal.#T2#
Lavicci prevents Kersikov from taking his back.
Lavicci keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Kersikov can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Lavicci is looking to escape.
Lavicci bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (5) vs (2) Lavicci#T3#
Lavicci tries to free his leg and advance position but Kersikov is retaining full guard.
Lavicci is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Lavicci advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (5) vs (5) Lavicci#SUB2#
Lavicci wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Kersikov, who protects the arm well.
Lavicci is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Kersikov's shoulder. That is not cool. #T4#
Lavicci tries to advance position but instead Kersikov slips a leg back in to half guard.
Kersikov is not content to let Lavicci control the position.
Kersikov tries to get to full guard but Lavicci has control of the leg.
Lavicci controlling the action here. #T5#
Lavicci wants to control but Kersikov is keeping him busy.
Kersikov wants to improve his position but Lavicci is controlling well.
Lavicci is trying to control. Kersikov wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB2#
Lavicci is looking for a kimura but Kersikov is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Lavicci to get the leverage.
Lavicci tries to pass to full mount but Kersikov defends it.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Lavicci is trying to control the action in half guard but Kersikov is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Lavicci has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Ground Zero Workout Gym. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Lavicci is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Kersikov! Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (5) vs (8) Lavicci#T6#
Lavicci tries to control but Kersikov wriggling away.
Lavicci with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Lavicci controlling from mount.
Lavicci wants to control the pace but Kersikov is squirming around nicely.
Lavicci tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T7##SUB2#
Lavicci moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Kersikov has worked his arm free - good work by Kersikov!
Kersikov might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Lavicci trying to control the action but Kersikov is working from the bottom.
Kersikov is trying to improve his position.
Kersikov is letting Lavicci control him for a moment. #T8#
Kersikov prevents Lavicci from moving into mount.
Lavicci trying to control the action but Kersikov is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Lavicci is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Kersikov knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB2#
Lavicci looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #T9#
Lavicci wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kersikov keeps working.
Lavicci tries to move to full mount but Kersikov actually manages to regain half guard.
Lavicci is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Kersikov can't keep his opponent in guard - Lavicci advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #T10#
Lavicci is pressing down on Kersikov's thigh, looking to free his foot. Kersikov is holding on for now.
Kersikov has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Lavicci is working away from the top position though.#SUB2#
Lavicci is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
The fighters are battling for position here. Kersikov manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T11#
Lavicci trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Lavicci trying to control the position from guard on top but Kersikov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kersikov is trying to keep Lavicci in close.
Lavicci trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Kersikov 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.#T12#
Lavicci stands and throws Kersikov's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (5) vs (11) Lavicci
Kersikov regains half guard there - taking advantage of Lavicci's attempt to lay and pray for a moment.
Lavicci wants to pass the guard but Kersikov is defending well.
Kersikov has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Lavicci is working away from the top position though.
Lavicci is looking to stall here but Kersikov recovers full guard. #T13#
Kersikov looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Lavicci trying to move into half guard but instead Kersikov has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (7) vs (11) Lavicci
Lavicci is trying to hold Kersikov in close to prevent damage but Kersikov has managed to pass into half guard.
Kersikov controlling the action here.
Kersikov wants to pass the guard but Lavicci is defending well. #T14#
Lavicci is trying to get back to full guard.
Lavicci slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lavicci has Kersikov pulled in close to control his posture.
And that's the end of the fight!
Lavicci wins on points by 11 to 7.
A very excited looking Anthony Lavicci made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
WP 83
Date: Feb 24, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 17 wins and 14 losses; Roman Kersikov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 42 wins and 50 losses; Anthony Lavicci!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Bishop, Colin Fotheringham and James Glass.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Kersikov throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Lavicci was covering up waiting for the punch and Kersikov finishes the takedown easily into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Kersikov (2) vs (0) Lavicci
Lavicci looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Kersikov's corner is telling him to maintain position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov wants to control from the top but Lavicci keeps moving.
Kersikov looking to pass the guard. #T1#
Lavicci wants to sweep here but Kersikov controlling him for the moment.
Kersikov has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Kersikov controls from within his opponent's guard.
Kersikov has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T2#
Kersikov stopping the sweep attempt from Lavicci.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kersikov stays in close to Lavicci's body and controls the position.
Lavicci is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #T3#
Kersikov preventing the sweep.
Kersikov postures up.
Kersikov is stalling in the full guard.
Kersikov is fighting to break Lavicci's control of his arms but Lavicci is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#T4#
Kersikov looking to sit in guard and control but Lavicci gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (2) vs (2) Lavicci
Lavicci works a leg free and moves into half guard. #T5#
Kersikov wants to control but Lavicci is keeping busy.
Kersikov is refusing to be controlled, as Lavicci sits in half guard.
Lavicci content to control rather than advance.
Kersikov is looking for a sweep. Lavicci is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Lavicci trying to pass the guard but Kersikov defending well.
Lavicci is looking to stall here but Kersikov recovers full guard. #T6#
Lavicci is looking to pass into half guard but Kersikov pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Kersikov is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (4) vs (2) Lavicci
Kersikov postures up.
Kersikov might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Kersikov wants to control from the top but Lavicci keeps moving.
Kersikov controls from within his opponent's guard.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Lavicci holds on and takes a little breather. #T7#
Kersikov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lavicci is keeping the position for now.
Lavicci pulls Kersikov in to control the position. #T8#
Kersikov won't allow Lavicci to sweep him here.
Kersikov is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T9#
Kersikov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Lavicci swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Lavicci 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.
Kersikov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lavicci is keeping the position for now.
Kersikov won't allow Lavicci to sweep him here. #T10#
Lavicci is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kersikov wants to control from the top but Lavicci keeps moving. #T11#
Lavicci is controlling Kersikov's posture.
Kersikov preventing the sweep.
Lavicci managing to control the position.
Kersikov trying to control but Lavicci is working from the bottom. #T12#
Kersikov postures up.
Kersikov is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Lavicci is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.
Kersikov looking to pass the guard. #T13#
Kersikov trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Lavicci manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (4) vs (4) Lavicci
Lavicci is looking to pass into half guard but Kersikov pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Kersikov is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (6) vs (4) Lavicci
Kersikov is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T14#
Lavicci trying to control the position here.
Kersikov trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Lavicci manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (6) vs (6) Lavicci
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lavicci wants to control from the top but Kersikov keeps moving.
And that's the end of the fight!
As we have tied on points and both fighters attempted the same number of subs, we will decide the bout based on the toss of a coin! Kersikov is heads and Lavicci is tails.
The coin is in the air and it lands... heads!
Kersikov takes the fight on points by 7 to 6.
After winning the bout, Roman Kersikov 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:
WP 82
Date: Feb 21, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 39 wins and 23 losses; Tyron Scott! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 17 wins and 13 losses; Roman Kersikov!
The judges for this bout are James Ackerman, Andrew Berry and James Atkins.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Kersikov fails with a takedown attempt.
Scott has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.#TD#
Scott scores with a takedown into Kersikov's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Scott (2) vs (0) Kersikov
Kersikov has control of Scott's left arm, preventing Scott from doing any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Scott has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Scott (5) vs (0) Kersikov#T1#
Kersikov tries to buck Scott off but Scott is having none of it.
You can see the frustration on Kersikov's face as Scott controls the position.
Kersikov 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.
Kersikov tries to improve position but can't. #T2#
You can see the frustration on Kersikov's face as Scott controls the position.
Kersikov tries to improve position but can't.
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.
Kersikov struggling a bit here.
Scott controlling the position. #T3#
Kersikov sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Scott is thwarting Kersikov's attempts to control the position.
Kersikov is looking to improve his position.
#T4#
Scott tries to pass to full mount but Kersikov defends it.
Kersikov is looking to control Scott's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Kersikov avoid being mounted?
Kersikov is trying to get back to full guard.#T5#
Scott not doing much here.
Scott seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Kersikov for as long as he can get away with.
Kersikov wants to improve his position but Scott is controlling well.
#T6#
Kersikov wants to control but Scott is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Scott not doing much here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kersikov controlling the position for now.
Scott is thwarting Kersikov's attempts to control the position.#T7#
Kersikov is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Scott is staying active.
Kersikov wants to improve his position but Scott is controlling well.
Scott passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Kersikov! Score +3 for passing guard: Scott (8) vs (0) Kersikov
Kersikov is working to get back to half guard.
#T8#
Scott controlling his opponent.
Kersikov is trying to escape the mount.
Scott content just to control the position here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T9#
Kersikov is trying desperately to improve position.
Scott looking to control and managing it successfully.
Kersikov is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Kersikov keeps trying to improve his position.#T10#
Scott controlling the position easily from mount.
Kersikov regains half guard.
Kersikov wants to improve his position but Scott is controlling well.
#T11#
Well, if Scott is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Kersikov is looking for a sweep. Scott is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T12#
Scott performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Kersikov works his way to full guard. Good work.
Kersikov not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Scott's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T13#
Scott being controlled here momentarily. #T14#
Scott controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Kersikov trying to control the position here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Scott takes the fight on points by 8 to 0.
A relieved looking Tyron Scott thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
WP 81
Date: Feb 17, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 13 losses; Roman Kersikov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 31 wins and 39 losses; Gaston Juncker!
The judges for this bout are James Glass, Daniel Bishop and William Gold.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Juncker goes for a double leg but Kersikov avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Kersikov continues to drive forward.#TD2#
Juncker fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Kersikov to the ground. Juncker is now in Kersikov's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Kersikov (0) vs (2) Juncker
Juncker wants to pass the guard but Kersikov is keeping the position.
Kersikov is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Juncker forces his way into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Juncker is controlling the pace.
Kersikov wants to get back to full guard.#T1#
Juncker is looking to pass Kersikov's guard but actually Kersikov recovers to full guard.
Juncker trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T2#
Juncker is still trying to improve position.
Kersikov wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Juncker is now in half guard.
Kersikov tries to get to full guard but Juncker has control of the leg. #T3#
Juncker perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Kersikov won't allow Juncker to pass to mount.
Kersikov is looking to get back to full guard here but Juncker has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (0) vs (5) Juncker#T4#
Kersikov is letting Juncker control him for a moment.
Juncker tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Kersikov can't do much from the bottom here.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.#T5#
What's Kersikov going to do here then? He's in a bit of a pickle.
Juncker staying calm.
Juncker working away.#T6#
Who's going to make the next move?
Kersikov is looking to reverse the position.
Kersikov manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (2) vs (5) Juncker
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.
Juncker is doing well to control the position and prevent Kersikov from advancing to side control.
Juncker is continuing to stall.#T7#
Well, if Kersikov is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Juncker is trying is best to control the position here. #T8#
Juncker has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Juncker trying to hold on to Kersikov's head to control him but Kersikov postures up.
Juncker is trying to control but Kersikov passes into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (5) vs (5) Juncker#T9#
Juncker is being controlled here.
Kersikov seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Juncker for as long as he can get away with.
Juncker tries to improve position but can't.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kersikov is staying tight to Juncker's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Kersikov is looking to take a break and control but Juncker is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T10#
Kersikov controlling the position from side mount.
Juncker is looking to reverse the position.
Juncker is being controlled here. #T11#
Juncker tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Kersikov wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Juncker struggling a bit here.
Kersikov is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Juncker will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Juncker stops Kersikov from passing to mount.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.#T12#
Juncker prevents Kersikov from improving position.
Juncker looking for a sweep but Kersikov has passed into full mount! Oh no! Score +2 for reaching mount: Kersikov (7) vs (5) Juncker
Kersikov controlling from the full mount.
Juncker is squirming around, avoiding Kersikov's attempts to control the action. #T13#
Kersikov controlling from the full mount.
Juncker working to try and regain half guard.
Juncker wants to control but Kersikov is having none of it.
Kersikov takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T14#
Kersikov tries to take Juncker's back but instead Juncker uses the opportunity to regain half guard.
Kersikov trying to control the pace.
Juncker is looking to improve his position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Kersikov takes the fight on points by 7 to 5.
Roman Kersikov thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
WP 80
Date: Feb 14, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 12 losses; Roman Kersikov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 38 wins and 22 losses; Tyron Scott!
The judges for this bout are Phil Schofield, James Ackerman and Donald Grub.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Scott drives through and clinches with Kersikov against the cage.
Kersikov has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Scott is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.#TD#
Kersikov has picked Scott up - he's going for a ride! Kersikov dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Kersikov (2) vs (0) Scott
Scott wants to improve his position but Kersikov is controlling well.
Kersikov is keen to just control but Scott is a slippery customer.
Kersikov moves into full mount! Scott won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (5) vs (0) Scott
Kersikov tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scott is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T1#
Scott tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Kersikov wants to take Scott's back here but Scott is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Scott working to try and regain half guard.
Kersikov trying to control but Scott is having none of it. #T2#
Scott tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Kersikov controlling the pace for now.
Kersikov can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Scott is looking to escape.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kersikov content just to control the position here. #T3#
Scott is trying desperately to improve position.
Scott stops Kersikov from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Scott is looking to improve his position but Kersikov isn't that keen on the idea.#T4#
Scott stops Kersikov from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Kersikov controlling from mount.
Scott tries to hold on but Kersikov pushes him away.
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.
Kersikov sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Kersikov trying to control but Scott is having none of it. #T5#
Kersikov sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Kersikov wants to control but instead Scott manages to regain half guard. #T6#
Still in half guard, Kersikov seems content to control.
Scott keeping hold of Kersikov's head, controlling as best he can.
Scott is not content to let Kersikov control the position.
Kersikov seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T7#
Kersikov trying to pass the guard but Scott defending well.
Kersikov is taking a breather. Scott says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Scott works his way to full guard. Good work.
Kersikov trying to move into half guard but instead Scott has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (5) vs (2) Scott#T8#
Scott stands and throws Kersikov's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (5) vs (5) Scott
My spies in Hammer House of Horror inform me that Scott has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Scott tries to advance position but instead Kersikov slips a leg back in to half guard.
Scott is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Kersikov preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head. #T9#
Scott slows the pace down in half guard.
Kersikov wants to control but Scott is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Kersikov makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Kersikov.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T10#
Scott is fighting to break Kersikov's control of his arms but Kersikov is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Scott pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kersikov is keeping the position for now.
Scott sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Kersikov keeping full guard, as Scott tries to pass. #T11#
Scott controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Kersikov wants to hit a sweep here but Scott passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Kersikov there! Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (5) vs (8) Scott
Scott controlling the pace for now. #T12#
Let's hope that Scott has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Kersikov tries to hold on but Scott pushes him away.
Kersikov working to try and regain half guard.
Scott controlling the pace for now. #T13#
Kersikov tries to hold on but Scott postures up.
Scott tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Kersikov working to try and regain half guard.
#T14#
Scott controlling from the full mount.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Scott wins on points by 8 to 5.
Our winner, Tyron Scott, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
WP 79
Date: Feb 10, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 30 wins and 38 losses; Gaston Juncker! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 12 losses; Roman Kersikov!
The judges for this bout are Chris Edwards, Andrew Berry and Donald Grub.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Juncker fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Kersikov stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Kersikov wants it to stay on the feet.
Juncker fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gaston Juncker. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kersikov shoots in but Juncker avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Kersikov misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#TD2#
Kersikov feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Juncker (0) vs (2) Kersikov
Kersikov controlling from the top position.
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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov is fighting to break Juncker's control of his arms but Juncker is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#T1#
Kersikov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Juncker swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Juncker pulls Kersikov in to control the position.
Kersikov must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Kersikov controls from within his opponent's guard.
Kersikov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Juncker is keeping the position for now. #T2#
Juncker can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Kersikov controls the pace.
Kersikov wants to pass the guard but Juncker is keeping the position.
Juncker has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Juncker has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T3#
Kersikov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Juncker is keeping the position for now. #T4#
Kersikov sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Juncker tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Juncker is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T5#
Juncker is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Kersikov is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Kersikov being controlled here momentarily. #T6#
Juncker wants to improve his position but instead Kersikov has moved into half guard.
Juncker is doing well to control the position and prevent Kersikov from advancing to side control.
Kersikov trying to mount his opponent but Juncker defends it. #T7#
Juncker wants to improve his position but Kersikov is controlling well.
Kersikov stalling.
Juncker trying to control but Kersikov postures up.
#T8#
Kersikov works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Juncker (0) vs (5) Kersikov
Kersikov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Juncker keeps working.
Kersikov staying calm.#T9#
Juncker is looking to regain half guard here but Kersikov keeps moving and retains side control.
Kersikov wants to control but Juncker is keeping him busy.
Kersikov slows the pace down.
Juncker prevents Kersikov from moving into mount. #T10#
Kersikov has knee on belly and moves into mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Juncker (0) vs (7) Kersikov
Kersikov controlling the position easily from mount.
Juncker wants to hold on but Kersikov pushes him away.#T11#
Juncker is looking to get to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kersikov fails to advance to Juncker's back.
Kersikov content just to control the position here. #T12#
Kersikov fails to move to back control.
Juncker really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#T13#
Kersikov tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Kersikov's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T14#
It looks like Kersikov might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kersikov looking to control but Juncker is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
And that's the end of the fight!
Kersikov wins on points by 7 to 0.
Our winner, Roman Kersikov, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
WP 77
Date: Feb 03, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 101 wins and 85 losses; Tyrone Sparxx! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 11 losses; Roman Kersikov!
The judges for this bout are James Glass, James Ackerman and Richard Clark.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Sparxx scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Sparxx (2) vs (0) Kersikov
Kersikov trying to control but Sparxx postures up.
Kersikov tries to get to full guard but Sparxx has control of the leg.
Sparxx controlling the action here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov wants to get back to full guard.#T1#
Sparxx wants to pass the guard but Kersikov is defending well.
Sparxx slows the pace down in half guard. #T2#
Kersikov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Sparxx will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Sparxx sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Kersikov trying to control here.
#T3#
Sparxx not doing much here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
Kersikov is looking to improve his position.
Kersikov makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Kersikov.
Sparxx stays in close to Kersikov's body and controls the position.
Kersikov wants to sweep but no luck. #T5#
Sparxx sitting in guard here, content to control.
Kersikov trying to keep a closed guard but Sparxx is proving a slippery customer.
Sparxx stopping the sweep attempt from Kersikov.
Sparxx looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Sparxx tries to free his leg and advance position but Kersikov is retaining full guard. #T6#
Kersikov looking to control.
Kersikov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Sparxx is one step ahead there. #T7#
Kersikov keeps trying to improve his position.
Sparxx is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T8#
Sparxx seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Kersikov for as long as he can get away with.
Our spies down at at KFA inform us that Kersikov has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Kersikov is trying to keep Sparxx in close.
Sparxx pushes down on Kersikov's leg and manages to get into half guard.#T9#
Sparxx content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
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.
Kersikov tries to get to full guard but Sparxx has control of the leg. #T10#
Sparxx controlling the pace.
Kersikov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Sparxx content to control rather than advance.
Kersikov is looking for a sweep. Sparxx is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T11#
Kersikov controlling the position for now.
Kersikov tries to roll over but Sparxx keeps him under control.
Kersikov is still trying to improve position.
Sparxx is controlling the pace.
#T12#
Sparxx's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kersikov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Sparxx is figuring out what he wants to do next.#T13#
Sparxx trying to advance position but Kersikov counters by regaining guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Sparxx's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Kersikov wants to sweep but no luck.
Kersikov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T14#
Sparxx passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Sparxx (5) vs (0) Kersikov
Kersikov wants to control but Sparxx postures up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sparxx tries to move to mount but Kersikov blocks the move with his legs.
And that's the end of the fight!
Sparxx takes the fight on points by 5 to 0.
Tyrone Sparxx seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
WP 76
Date: Jan 31, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 15 losses; Stoned Nelson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 11 losses; Roman Kersikov!
The judges for this bout are Richard Clark, Phil Schofield and Donald Grub.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Kersikov shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Nelson but Nelson pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Kersikov shoots in for a takedown but Nelson shows good takedown defense. #TD#
Nelson bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Nelson (4) vs (0) Kersikov
Kersikov trying to remain calm as Nelson controls from the top position.
Nelson wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kersikov keeps working.
Nelson is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Kersikov will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Nelson in the domination position with Kersikov hanging on.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov is trying to control Nelson's posture but Nelson avoids it.
Nelson slows the pace down. #T1#
Nelson is looking to take a break and control but Kersikov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Nelson is really struggling to control Kersikov but he's trying to hold on to the position.
This fight is sponsored by Chainsaw 7. More blood and guts and stuff like that, in cinemas everywhere now!#T2#
Kersikov is not content to let Nelson control the position.
Kersikov prevents Nelson from moving into mount.
Kersikov tries to improve position but can't.
Nelson is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Kersikov will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.#SUB#
Nelson wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Kersikov, who protects the arm well. #T3#
Nelson wants to control but Kersikov is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Nelson swings around for an armbar but Kersikov sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Nelson's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Nelson (4) vs (2) Kersikov
Nelson controls Kersikov momentarily but Kersikov frees himself.
Nelson tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Kersikov slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #T4#
Nelson working a defensive guard here.
#SUB#
Nelson throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Nelson is looking to sweep but instead, Kersikov has passed into half guard.
Nelson is trying to get back to full guard.#T5#
Nelson trying to control here.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Nelson is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Blacktalians MMA II, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
It looks like Kersikov might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Nelson moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T6#
Nelson lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Nelson (6) vs (2) Kersikov
Nelson trying to control the position from guard on top but Kersikov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kersikov keeping full guard, as Nelson tries to pass.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kersikov pulls Nelson in to control the position. #T7#
Kersikov keeping moving, preventing Nelson from controlling successfully.
Nelson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kersikov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Kersikov being controlled here, momentarily. #T8#
Nelson looking to sit in guard and control but Kersikov gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Nelson (6) vs (4) Kersikov
Kersikov controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Nelson trying to control the position.
#T9#
Nelson working a defensive guard but Kersikov manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Nelson (6) vs (7) Kersikov
Nelson tries to buck Kersikov off but Kersikov is having none of it.
Kersikov slows the pace down.
Nelson is looking for a sweep.#T10#
Nelson trying to remain calm as Kersikov controls from the top position.
Nelson gets back to half guard.
Nelson trying to control here.
Kersikov controlling the action here.
Nelson keeps control of the position for the meantime. #T11#
Nelson trying to control from the bottom.
Nelson is looking for a sweep. Kersikov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Kersikov passes into side control, despite Nelson's attempt to control the position.
Score +3 for passing guard: Nelson (6) vs (10) Kersikov#T12#
Nelson can't do much from the bottom here.
Nelson is looking to regain half guard here but Kersikov keeps moving and retains side control.
Kersikov is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Nelson will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.#T13#
Nelson is looking to regain half guard here but Kersikov keeps moving and retains side control.
Nelson prevents Kersikov from improving position.
Nelson is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T14#
Nelson gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Nelson is trying to get back to full guard.
Kersikov seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Nelson is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Kersikov pulls his head out easily.
And that's the end of the fight!
Kersikov wins on points by 10 to 6.
After winning the bout, Roman Kersikov 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:
WP 75
Date: Jan 27, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 26 wins and 54 losses; David McDonald! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 11 losses; Roman Kersikov!
The judges for this bout are James Ackerman, Chris Edwards and Paul Tew.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
McDonald is trying hard to land a takedown here. Kersikov sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. #TD2#
Kersikov throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. McDonald was covering up waiting for the punch and Kersikov finishes the takedown easily into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: McDonald (0) vs (2) Kersikov
Kersikov tries to free his leg and advance position but McDonald is retaining full guard.
McDonald wants to control but Kersikov passes easily into half guard.
McDonald is trying to control but can't.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
McDonald is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Kersikov pulls his head out easily.
McDonald tries to roll over but Kersikov keeps him under control.
We've been hearing good reports from McDonald's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#T1#
McDonald is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Kersikov's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Kersikov's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: McDonald (4) vs (2) Kersikov
A bit of a pause in the action here. McDonald controlling the positon.#SUB#
Kersikov is in a bad position with McDonald working for a choke. Kersikov manages to spin nicely into guard and the danger is over for the moment. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: McDonald (4) vs (4) Kersikov
McDonald is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Kersikov sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T2#
McDonald looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
McDonald keeping full guard, as Kersikov tries to pass. #SUB#
McDonald has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Kersikov is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for McDonald. Score +3 for passing guard: McDonald (4) vs (7) Kersikov
McDonald being controlled for a moment. #T3#
McDonald is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Kersikov is one step ahead and moves to full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: McDonald (4) vs (9) Kersikov
McDonald is desperately trying to improve his position but Kersikov has a good base and remains in mount.
Kersikov is looking to take McDonald's back but instead McDonald gets back to half guard. Nice work. #SUB#
McDonald looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T4#
Kersikov content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
McDonald trying to control from the bottom.
McDonald is looking to improve his position.
Kersikov stalling. #T5#
Kersikov wants to pass the guard but McDonald is defending well.
McDonald tries to roll over but Kersikov keeps him under control.#T6#
Kersikov takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
McDonald tries to get to full guard but Kersikov has control of the leg.
Kersikov controlling the pace.
McDonald is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
McDonald trying to control from the bottom.
#T7#
Kersikov works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: McDonald (4) vs (12) Kersikov
Kersikov working away.
McDonald is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
McDonald is trying to escape the position but Kersikov is controlling the position. #T8#
McDonald is trying to get back to half guard.
Kersikov tries to move into full mount but can't pass McDonald's legs.
McDonald is looking for a sweep.
You can see the frustration on McDonald's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
McDonald is being controlled here. #T9#
McDonald is looking for a sweep.
Kersikov controlling from side mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
McDonald is looking to regain half guard here but Kersikov keeps moving and retains side control.
Kersikov slows the pace down. #T10#
You can see the frustration on McDonald's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
McDonald tries to bench press Kersikov off him but Kersikov keeps the position.
Kersikov gets to mount! McDonald was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. Score +2 for reaching mount: McDonald (4) vs (14) Kersikov
Kersikov fails to move to back control.
McDonald just holding on.#T11#
McDonald wants to control but Kersikov is having none of it.
Kersikov controlling from the full mount.
McDonald is looking to get to half guard.#T12#
Kersikov looking to control and managing it successfully.
McDonald keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Well,McDonald is on his way to losing a decision here. Can he use his experience to pull something off in the closing minutes?
Kersikov controlling the pace for now. #T13#
McDonald wants to control but Kersikov is having none of it.
Kersikov sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
McDonald is working to get back to half guard.
#T14#
Kersikov moves to take his opponent's back. Score +3 for taking back: McDonald (4) vs (17) Kersikov
McDonald trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
McDonald is in bad spot here.
Kersikov avoiding McDonald 's attempts to control his hands.
Our spies down at at KFA inform us that Kersikov has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
McDonald is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Kersikov.
And that's the end of the fight!
Kersikov wins on points by 17 to 4.
After winning the bout, Roman Kersikov thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
In defeat, David McDonald stepped up to the mic, saying 'Fall down seven times, get up eight.'. |
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Event:
WP 74
Date: Jan 24, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 14 losses; Stoned Nelson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 10 losses; Roman Kersikov!
The judges for this bout are Steven Brown, Phil Schofield and William Gold.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Kersikov displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Nelson.
Kersikov dives in and grabs Nelson's left leg, looking for a takedown. Nelson pushes down on Kersikov's head and hops out.
Kersikov tries for a takedown but Nelson sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.#TD#
Nelson scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Nelson (4) vs (0) Kersikov
Kersikov struggling a bit here.#SUB#
Nelson goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Kersikov has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Nelson but great work by Kersikov. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Nelson (4) vs (4) Kersikov
Nelson can't do much from the bottom here.
Nelson is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nelson regains half guard.#T1#
Nelson controlling the position well.
Nelson tries to roll over but Kersikov keeps him under control.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Kersikov is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Nelson is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Kersikov jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Nelson (4) vs (7) Kersikov#T2#
A lull in the action here.
Nelson is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Blacktalians MMA II that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Kersikov wants to control but Nelson is keeping him busy.
Kersikov controlling the position from side mount.
Nelson struggling a bit here.#T3#
Nelson tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Kersikov trying to control the action but Nelson is working from the bottom.
Kersikov has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Nelson! Score +2 for reaching mount: Nelson (4) vs (9) Kersikov
Kersikov looking to take Nelson's back but Nelson rolls and after a scramble, Nelson ends up on top in guard. Nice escape there from Nelson to escape a tricky position. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Nelson (6) vs (9) Kersikov#T4#
Nelson is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Kersikov managing to control the position.
Nelson is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Nelson looking to sit in guard and control but Kersikov gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Nelson (6) vs (11) Kersikov#T5#
Kersikov trying to control but Nelson is working from the bottom.
Nelson controlling Kersikov's posture.
Kersikov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Nelson swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Nelson controls Kersikov momentarily but Kersikov frees himself. #T6#
Kersikov looking to pass the guard.
Kersikov stopping the sweep attempt from Nelson.
Kersikov trying to control the position from guard on top but Nelson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T7#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Nelson is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Nelson (8) vs (11) Kersikov
Nelson tries to free his leg and advance position but Kersikov is retaining full guard.
Kersikov wants to sweep but no luck.
Nelson trying to control the position from guard on top but Kersikov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Nelson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Nelson showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T8#
Kersikov wants to sweep here but Nelson controlling him for the moment.
Kersikov is trying to keep Nelson in close.
Nelson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Kersikov can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Nelson controls the pace.
Kersikov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Nelson is one step ahead there. #T9#
Kersikov working a defensive guard here.
Kersikov keeping moving, preventing Nelson from controlling successfully.
Kersikov has his hands on Nelson's head, controlling the position.
Our spies down at at KFA inform us that Kersikov has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Kersikov keeping moving, preventing Nelson from controlling successfully. #T10#
Kersikov wants to sweep here but Nelson controlling him for the moment.
Nelson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kersikov is keeping the position for now.
Kersikov can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Nelson controls the pace.
Kersikov keeping moving, preventing Nelson from controlling successfully. #T11#
Kersikov tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Kersikov keeping moving, preventing Nelson from controlling successfully.
Kersikov looking for a sweep. Not yet Kersikov, not yet. #T12#
Nelson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kersikov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Nelson trying to control but Kersikov is working from the bottom.
Nelson looking to pass the guard.
Kersikov trying to control the position.
#T13#
Kersikov keeping full guard, as Nelson tries to pass.
Kersikov seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Kersikov keeping moving, preventing Nelson from controlling successfully.
Nelson passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Nelson (11) vs (11) Kersikov#T14#
Nelson wants to control but Kersikov is keeping him busy.
Kersikov is holding Nelson down, trying to stall.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Nelson tries for a kimura but Kersikov is defending well.
And that's the end of the fight!
As we have tied on points, we go to a tie breaker and Nelson gets a bonus point for attempting more subs.
Nelson takes the fight on points by 12 to 11.
A relieved looking Stoned Nelson thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
WP 72
Date: Jan 17, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 25 wins and 53 losses; David McDonald! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 10 losses; Roman Kersikov!
The judges for this bout are Donald Grub, Phil Schofield and Daniel Bishop.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Kersikov.
McDonald seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Kersikov shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Kersikov is defended easily by McDonald.
David McDonald has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Roman Kersikov.
Kersikov changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. McDonald tries to avoid it but Kersikov manages to keep hold of a leg and drag McDonald to the ground. McDonald escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. #TD#
McDonald changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Kersikov looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: McDonald (4) vs (0) Kersikov
McDonald tries to move to mount but Kersikov blocks the move with his legs.
McDonald trying to control the action but Kersikov is working from the bottom.
Kersikov holding on.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov can't do much from the bottom here. #T1#
McDonald is looking to take a break and control but Kersikov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Kersikov is looking to reverse the position.
McDonald controlling from side mount.
Kersikov tries to bench press McDonald off him but McDonald keeps the position. #T2#
McDonald working away.
McDonald is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
McDonald passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Kersikov! Score +2 for reaching mount: McDonald (6) vs (0) Kersikov
McDonald tries to control but Kersikov wriggling away. #SUB#
McDonald goes for an armbar but Kersikov turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Kersikov. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: McDonald (6) vs (2) Kersikov#T3#
Kersikov not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
We've been hearing good reports from McDonald's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Kersikov tries to free his leg and advance position but McDonald is retaining full guard. #SUB#
McDonald is looking for a triangle but Kersikov pushes his legs off easily.
McDonald is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T4#
Kersikov slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #SUB#
McDonald had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Kersikov defends it easily.
McDonald wants to sweep but no luck.
McDonald not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T5#
McDonald looking to hit a scissor sweep but Kersikov is one step ahead there.
Kersikov passes into half guard. #SUB#
McDonald looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
McDonald wants to control but Kersikov is keeping busy.
#T6##SUB#
McDonald looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Kersikov content to control rather than advance.
Kersikov is pressing down on McDonald's thigh, looking to free his foot. McDonald is holding on for now.
McDonald trying to hold on to Kersikov's head to control him but Kersikov postures up.
#T7#
McDonald wants to get back to full guard.
McDonald is working hard here to advance position.
McDonald wants to control but Kersikov is keeping busy and won't allow it.
McDonald is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Kersikov jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: McDonald (6) vs (5) Kersikov
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
McDonald tries to buck Kersikov off but Kersikov is having none of it.#T8#
McDonald struggling a bit here.
Kersikov advances nicely into full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: McDonald (6) vs (7) Kersikov
Kersikov controlling from the full mount.
McDonald stops Kersikov from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Kersikov tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T9#
It looks like Kersikov might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
McDonald wants to hold on but Kersikov pushes him away.
McDonald bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: McDonald (8) vs (7) Kersikov#T10##SUB#
McDonald drops back, looking for a kneebar! Kersikov looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Kersikov looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Kersikov! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: McDonald (8) vs (11) Kersikov
Kersikov staying calm.#T11#
McDonald is looking to regain half guard here but Kersikov keeps moving and retains side control.
Kersikov takes a little break here. McDonald wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
McDonald is looking to regain half guard here but Kersikov keeps moving and retains side control. #T12#
Kersikov is staying tight to McDonald's torso, preventing him from escaping.
McDonald is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Kersikov off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: McDonald (12) vs (11) Kersikov
McDonald controlling well, preventing Kersikov from escaping the position.
McDonald is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - McDonald's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
#T13#
Kersikov trying to control but not successfully.
Kersikov 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.#SUB#
McDonald looking to break Kersikov's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Kersikov remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise McDonald will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Kersikov is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get McDonald off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
McDonald is looking to control Kersikov but Kersikov is wriggling around and keeping busy. #SUB#
McDonald is looking for a choke. Kersikov gets to his feet with his opponent on his back and slams him to the mat. Kersikov manages to squirm out of the attempted choke and turns into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: McDonald (12) vs (13) Kersikov
McDonald is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T14#
Kersikov tries to free his leg and advance position but McDonald is retaining full guard.
McDonald can't keep his opponent in guard - Kersikov advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kersikov sitting and controlling from the half guard.
McDonald has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Kersikov is working away from the top position though.
And that's the end of the fight!
Kersikov wins on points by 13 to 12.
A victorious Roman Kersikov thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
David McDonald was interviewed post fight and said 'Fall down seven times, get up eight.'. |
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Event:
WP 71
Date: Jan 13, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 10 losses; Roman Kersikov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 61 wins and 55 losses; Shane MacGowan!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Bishop, Steven Brown and Andrew Berry.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
MacGowan closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - MacGowan lands in his opponent's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Kersikov (0) vs (2) MacGowan
MacGowan tries to free his leg and advance position but Kersikov is retaining full guard.
MacGowan has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Ground Zero Workout Gym. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
MacGowan wants to control from the top but Kersikov keeps moving.
MacGowan pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kersikov is keeping the position for now.
MacGowan looking to sit in guard and control but Kersikov gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (2) vs (2) MacGowan
MacGowan is trying to control the position from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
MacGowan throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
MacGowan is looking to sweep but instead, Kersikov has passed into half guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T1#
MacGowan is not content to let Kersikov control the position.
MacGowan is looking to control Kersikov's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can MacGowan avoid being mounted?
MacGowan tries to get to full guard but Kersikov has control of the leg.
MacGowan keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Kersikov prevents MacGowan from improving his position.
Kersikov is pressing down on MacGowan's thigh, looking to free his foot. MacGowan is holding on for now. #T2#
MacGowan keeping hold of Kersikov's head, controlling as best he can.
Kersikov controlling the pace.
Kersikov prevents MacGowan from improving his position.
MacGowan is concentrating on defense, preventing Kersikov from advancing position. #T3#
MacGowan has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Kersikov is working away from the top position though.
Kersikov performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Kersikov prevents MacGowan from improving his position.
MacGowan makes his way to full guard. A much better position for MacGowan.
Kersikov has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
MacGowan is trying to keep Kersikov in close.
#T4##SUB2#
MacGowan has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Kersikov can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
MacGowan is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
MacGowan keeping moving, preventing Kersikov from controlling successfully.
MacGowan wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Kersikov is now in half guard.
MacGowan regains full guard. Nicely done.
Kersikov trying to control but MacGowan is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
MacGowan looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Kersikov passes into half guard.
#T5#
MacGowan is looking to control Kersikov's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can MacGowan avoid being mounted?
MacGowan moves into full guard.
MacGowan working a defensive guard but Kersikov manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (5) vs (2) MacGowan
MacGowan tries to control the position but he's not in luck - Kersikov easily slips into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Kersikov (7) vs (2) MacGowan
Kersikov trying to control but he's not successful this time.
MacGowan really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#T6#
Kersikov controlling from the full mount.
MacGowan tries to hold on but Kersikov pushes him away.
MacGowan is looking to improve his position but Kersikov isn't that keen on the idea.
MacGowan tries to lock up and control but Kersikov gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T7#
MacGowan tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Kersikov takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
MacGowan tries to hold on but Kersikov postures up.
MacGowan tries to reverse the position but Kersikov maintains control.
MacGowan tries to lock up and control but Kersikov gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
MacGowan is looking to get to half guard.
Kersikov avoids the attempt from MacGowan to control.#T8#
Kersikov wants to control the pace but MacGowan is squirming around nicely.
Kersikov prevents MacGowan from getting the reversal.
MacGowan tries to control Kersikov's body but Kersikov pushes him off. MacGowan squirms to his side and now Kersikov has his back! Score +3 for taking back: Kersikov (10) vs (2) MacGowan
Kersikov biding his time, controlling MacGowan.
You can see the frustration on MacGowan's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
#T9#
Kersikov is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
MacGowan trying to control but not successfully.
Kersikov controlling well, preventing MacGowan from escaping the position.
MacGowan rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
#T10#
MacGowan trying to hold on to Kersikov's head to control him but Kersikov postures up.
MacGowan gets back to full guard.
MacGowan looking to control.
Kersikov stopping the sweep attempt from MacGowan.
Kersikov looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
MacGowan looking for a guillotine here but Kersikov defends easily.
Kersikov trying to control but MacGowan is working from the bottom. #T11#
MacGowan controls Kersikov momentarily but Kersikov frees himself. #SUB2#
MacGowan is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
MacGowan tries to land a sweep but no joy.
MacGowan is looking to sweep but instead, Kersikov has passed into half guard.
Kersikov performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T12#
MacGowan trying to control from the bottom.
MacGowan trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Kersikov manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (13) vs (2) MacGowan
MacGowan regains half guard.
Kersikov wants to lay and pray for a moment but MacGowan keeps working.
MacGowan wants to get back to full guard.
MacGowan is trying to maintain the position but Kersikov is very close to passing his half guard.
Kersikov looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T13#
MacGowan has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Kersikov is working away from the top position though.
Kersikov controlling the action here.
MacGowan is trying to control but Kersikov manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (16) vs (2) MacGowan
Kersikov moves to the back. Score +3 for taking back: Kersikov (19) vs (2) MacGowan
Kersikov is hanging on to MacGowan's back as he tries to escape.
#T14#
MacGowan is still trying to improve position.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Kersikov controlling the positon.
Kersikov's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
MacGowan looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
MacGowan is in bad spot here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Kersikov takes the fight on points by 19 to 2.
An out of breath Roman Kersikov thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
WP 70
Date: Jan 10, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 9 losses; Bjj Catch Wrestler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 9 losses; Roman Kersikov!
The judges for this bout are Colin Fotheringham, Andrew Berry and Chris Edwards.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Kersikov fails with the takedown.#TD#
Catch Wrestler looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Catch Wrestler (2) vs (0) Kersikov
Kersikov is looking to improve his position.
Catch Wrestler trying to control from half guard but Kersikov is working away.
Kersikov controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Kersikov 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov is refusing to be controlled, as Catch Wrestler sits in half guard. #T1#
Well, if Catch Wrestler is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Catch Wrestler trying to control from half guard but Kersikov is working away.
Catch Wrestler is looking to advance position but Kersikov won't allow it. #T2#
Kersikov makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Kersikov.
Catch Wrestler controlling from the top position.
Kersikov keeping moving, preventing Catch Wrestler from controlling successfully.
Kersikov is controlling Catch Wrestler's posture.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Catch Wrestler engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T3#
Catch Wrestler being controlled here momentarily.
Catch Wrestler wants to control from the top but Kersikov keeps moving.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
Catch Wrestler is really struggling to control Kersikov but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Catch Wrestler slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Kersikov keeping moving, preventing Catch Wrestler from controlling successfully. #T5#
Kersikov pulls Catch Wrestler in close to his closed guard and prevents Catch Wrestler from doing any damage or advancing position.
Catch Wrestler content to stall in guard here.
Catch Wrestler wants to control from the top but Kersikov keeps moving. #T6#
Catch Wrestler pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kersikov is keeping the position for now.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Kersikov looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Catch Wrestler pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kersikov is keeping the position for now. #T7#
Kersikov keeping moving, preventing Catch Wrestler from controlling successfully.
Kersikov trying to control the position.
Catch Wrestler tries to free his leg and advance position but Kersikov is retaining full guard.
Catch Wrestler controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Catch Wrestler wants to pass the guard but Kersikov is keeping the position.
Kersikov trying to control the position.
Kersikov pulls Catch Wrestler in close to prevent any damage. #T8#
Kersikov keeping moving, preventing Catch Wrestler from controlling successfully.
Catch Wrestler showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Kersikov wants to sweep here but Catch Wrestler controlling him for the moment. #T9#
Kersikov is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Kersikov can't keep his opponent in guard - Catch Wrestler advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Kersikov is holding on to half guard well.
Kersikov won't allow Catch Wrestler to pass to mount.
Catch Wrestler is controlling the pace.
#T10##SUB#
Catch Wrestler maintaining the dominant position here and is working for a kimura. He's locked it up! Kersikov could be in real trouble here! He's trying to wriggle out but Catch Wrestler has cracked it and Kersikov is screaming in pain - he's tapped out! Great finish by Catch Wrestler!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 10:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Bjj Catch Wrestler!
Bjj Catch Wrestler made sure to mention his sponsor, Un-Kaged Nutrition in his post fight interview. |
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Event:
WP 69
Date: Jan 06, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 9 losses; Roman Kersikov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 61 wins and 53 losses; Shane MacGowan!
The judges for this bout are Paul Tew, James Ackerman and Steven Brown.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Kersikov shoots in and bounces MacGowan off the cage to secure the takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Kersikov (2) vs (0) MacGowan
Kersikov won't allow MacGowan to sweep him here.
MacGowan manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Kersikov manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (2) vs (2) MacGowan#SUB2#
MacGowan drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Kersikov dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (4) vs (2) MacGowan
MacGowan trying to control the position here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed MacGowan's guard. #T1#
MacGowan is in trouble now - Kersikov has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (7) vs (2) MacGowan
MacGowan tries to hold on but Kersikov postures up.
Kersikov fails to advance to MacGowan's back.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
MacGowan really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
MacGowan regains half guard.#T2#
MacGowan trying to control from the bottom.
MacGowan regains full guard. Nicely done.
MacGowan managing to control the position.
MacGowan looking to hit a scissor sweep but Kersikov is one step ahead there.
MacGowan trying to keep a closed guard but Kersikov is proving a slippery customer.
MacGowan looking for a sweep. Not yet MacGowan, not yet. #T3#
MacGowan controls Kersikov momentarily but Kersikov frees himself.
Kersikov stopping the sweep attempt from MacGowan.
MacGowan controlling Kersikov's posture.
Kersikov controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
MacGowan has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Ground Zero Workout Gym. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
MacGowan 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.
Kersikov is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
MacGowan looking to control.
#T4#
MacGowan keeping full guard, as Kersikov tries to pass.
MacGowan looking to hit a scissor sweep but Kersikov is one step ahead there. #SUB2#
MacGowan throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Kersikov pushing down on MacGowan's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
MacGowan is looking to improve his position.
MacGowan trying to hold on to Kersikov's head to control him but Kersikov postures up.
#T5#
MacGowan is looking to get back to full guard here but Kersikov has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (10) vs (2) MacGowan
MacGowan struggling a bit here.
MacGowan tries to improve position but can't.
MacGowan manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (10) vs (4) MacGowan#T6#
Kersikov trying to control here.
Kersikov makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Kersikov.
MacGowan trying to control but Kersikov is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
MacGowan drops back, looking for a kneebar! Kersikov looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Kersikov looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Kersikov! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Kersikov (14) vs (4) MacGowan
MacGowan is trying to get back to half guard.
MacGowan keeps trying to improve his position.#T7#
MacGowan can't do much from the bottom here.
MacGowan is trying to get back to half guard.
Kersikov in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Kersikov working away.#T8#
MacGowan tries to control but Kersikov manages to take his back. Score +3 for taking back: Kersikov (17) vs (4) MacGowan
Kersikov keeps control of the position as MacGowan tries to break free.
MacGowan trying to control but not successfully.
MacGowan tries to roll but Kersikov sticks to his back.
Kersikov is riding his opponent, not letting MacGowan buck him off.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
MacGowan trying to control but not successfully.
Kersikov 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.
MacGowan manages to reverse the position and now he's in Kersikov's guard. Nice work there by MacGowan.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (17) vs (6) MacGowan#T9#
Kersikov pulls MacGowan in close to prevent any damage.
Kersikov looking for a sweep. Not yet Kersikov, not yet. #SUB2#
MacGowan drops back, looking for a kneebar! Kersikov looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Kersikov looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Kersikov! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Kersikov (21) vs (6) MacGowan
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
MacGowan is trying to work for a sweep but Kersikov has mounted him! Score +2 for reaching mount: Kersikov (23) vs (6) MacGowan
Kersikov prevents MacGowan from getting the reversal.
MacGowan is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#T10#
MacGowan wants to hold on but Kersikov pushes him away.
MacGowan tries to get back to half guard but can't.
MacGowan tries to hold on but Kersikov pushes him away.
Kersikov looking to control and managing it successfully.
MacGowan looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: Kersikov (26) vs (6) MacGowan#T11#
MacGowan wants to control his opponent's hands but Kersikov gets his hands free.
You can see the frustration on MacGowan's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Kersikov controlling from the back.
Kersikov is hanging on to MacGowan's back as he tries to escape.
MacGowan breaks Kersikov's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (26) vs (8) MacGowan#SUB2#
MacGowan drops back, looking for a kneebar! Kersikov looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Kersikov looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Kersikov! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Kersikov (30) vs (8) MacGowan
Kersikov controls the position from side control.#T12#
MacGowan tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Kersikov wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Kersikov happy to just control the position for now.
MacGowan sneaks back into half guard.
Kersikov is pressing down on MacGowan's thigh, looking to free his foot. MacGowan is holding on for now. #T13#
MacGowan wants to control but Kersikov passes into side.
Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (33) vs (8) MacGowan
MacGowan is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Kersikov off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Kersikov (33) vs (12) MacGowan#SUB2#
MacGowan is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
#SUB2#
MacGowan looking to break Kersikov's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Kersikov remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise MacGowan will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Kersikov tries to escape but MacGowan has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
MacGowan gets his hands free as Kersikov looks to control. #T14##SUB2#
MacGowan is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Kersikov is defending well though. MacGowan let's go of the attempt for now.#SUB2#
MacGowan working for a choke but Kersikov is defending well. #SUB2#
MacGowan working for the choke.
MacGowan looks winded!#SUB2#
MacGowan looking to break Kersikov's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Kersikov remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise MacGowan will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Kersikov tries to break free.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
MacGowan tightening his grip on Kersikov, looking for the choke.
Kersikov turns into MacGowan and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (35) vs (12) MacGowan
And that's the end of the fight!
Kersikov takes the fight on points by 35 to 12.
A victorious Roman Kersikov 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:
WP 68
Date: Jan 03, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 8 losses; Bjj Catch Wrestler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 8 losses; Roman Kersikov!
The judges for this bout are William Gold, Phil Schofield and Sam Margolis.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Catch Wrestler shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Kersikov sprawls well. Kersikov wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Catch Wrestler gets slowly back to his feet.
Kersikov fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Catch Wrestler avoids it really well and circles away.#TD#
Catch Wrestler dives in and scores a takedown into Kersikov's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Catch Wrestler (2) vs (0) Kersikov
Our spies down at at KFA inform us that Kersikov has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Kersikov keeping full guard, as Catch Wrestler tries to pass.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Catch Wrestler wants to control from the top but Kersikov keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Catch Wrestler drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Catch Wrestler jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Catch Wrestler won't allow Kersikov to sweep him here. #T1#
Kersikov keeps trying to improve his position.
Kersikov controls Catch Wrestler momentarily but Catch Wrestler frees himself.
Catch Wrestler trying to control but Kersikov is working from the bottom.
Kersikov has Catch Wrestler pulled in close to control his posture.
Catch Wrestler stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kersikov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Kersikov is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Catch Wrestler (2) vs (2) Kersikov#T2#
Kersikov showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Kersikov can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T3#
Kersikov wants to control from the top but Catch Wrestler keeps moving.
Catch Wrestler is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Catch Wrestler wants to sweep here but Kersikov controlling him for the moment.
Kersikov is looking to pass into half guard but Catch Wrestler pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Catch Wrestler is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Catch Wrestler (4) vs (2) Kersikov#T4#
Catch Wrestler content to stall in guard here.
Catch Wrestler postures up.
Catch Wrestler being controlled here momentarily.
Catch Wrestler trying to control but Kersikov is working from the bottom. #T5#
Catch Wrestler is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Kersikov is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Kersikov working a defensive guard here.
Catch Wrestler preventing the sweep.
Catch Wrestler wants to control from the top but Kersikov keeps moving.
Kersikov is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T6#
Kersikov being controlled here, momentarily.
Catch Wrestler trying to control but Kersikov is working from the bottom.
Catch Wrestler looking to sit in guard and control but Kersikov gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Catch Wrestler (4) vs (4) Kersikov#SUB#
Catch Wrestler had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Kersikov defends it easily.
Kersikov trying to control the position from guard on top but Catch Wrestler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T7#
Catch Wrestler controls Kersikov momentarily but Kersikov frees himself.
Kersikov wants to control from the top but Catch Wrestler keeps moving.
Catch Wrestler is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T8#
Kersikov trying to control the position from guard on top but Catch Wrestler is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Catch Wrestler is looking to sweep but instead, Kersikov has passed into half guard.
Kersikov is controlling the pace.
Kersikov wants to pass to mount but Catch Wrestler is defending the position. #T9#
Catch Wrestler is looking to improve his position.
Catch Wrestler trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Kersikov manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Catch Wrestler (4) vs (7) Kersikov
Kersikov takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T10#
Catch Wrestler is in all sorts of trouble here.
Kersikov mounts Catch Wrestler! Really nice guard pass there!
Catch Wrestler tries to lock up and control but Kersikov gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Catch Wrestler is squirming around, avoiding Kersikov's attempts to control the action.
Kersikov looking to control and managing it successfully.
Catch Wrestler is squirming around, avoiding Kersikov's attempts to control the action. #T11#
Catch Wrestler is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Kersikov tries to control but Catch Wrestler wriggling away.
Catch Wrestler is looking to improve his position but Kersikov isn't that keen on the idea.
Catch Wrestler wants to hold on but Kersikov pushes him away.#T12#
Catch Wrestler is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Catch Wrestler slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Catch Wrestler is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Kersikov's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Kersikov's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Catch Wrestler (8) vs (7) Kersikov#SUB#
Catch Wrestler looking for the choke but no joy.
Kersikov prevents Catch Wrestler from getting a body triangle.#T13#
Catch Wrestler keeps control of the position as Kersikov tries to break free.
Catch Wrestler is looking to control Kersikov but Kersikov is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Kersikov can't escape the position.
Catch Wrestler trying to control momentarily.
Catch Wrestler controls the position.#T14#
Kersikov trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Catch Wrestler seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Kersikov is really stuck here.
#SUB#
Catch Wrestler is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Kersikov defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Catch Wrestler wants to control but Kersikov is keeping busy.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Kersikov won't enjoy being in this position. Catch Wrestler looking for the choke. Oh... he's slipped the arm under the neck - Kersikov is tapping - it's over boys! Catch Wrestler picks up the submission victory!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 14:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Bjj Catch Wrestler!
Bjj Catch Wrestler gave a mention to Un-Kaged Nutrition in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales). |
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Event:
WP 67
Date: Dec 30, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 7 losses; Roman Kersikov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 11 losses; Stoned Nelson!
The judges for this bout are Phil Schofield, Paul Tew and William Gold.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Nelson drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Kersikov (0) vs (4) Nelson
Kersikov looking for a sweep but Nelson has passed into full mount! Oh no! Score +2 for reaching mount: Kersikov (0) vs (6) Nelson
Nelson content just to control the position here.
Kersikov tries to control Nelson's body but Nelson pushes him off. Kersikov squirms to his side and now Nelson has his back! Score +3 for taking back: Kersikov (0) vs (9) Nelson
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Kersikov is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
#T1#
Nelson controls the position.#SUB2#
Kersikov 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 Nelson gets his way!
Nelson gets his hands free as Kersikov looks to control. #SUB2#
Nelson is looking for the choke from the back position but Kersikov is controlling his hands well. #T2#
Nelson controlling from the back.#SUB2#
Nelson patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Kersikov tries to roll but Nelson sticks to his back.
Nelson wants to control but Kersikov manages to buck him off and is now in Nelson's guard! Nice work there by Kersikov! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (2) vs (9) Nelson
Nelson looking to control.
Kersikov wants to control from the top but Nelson keeps moving.
Kersikov passes Nelson's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #T3#
Nelson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Nelson is staying active underneath Kersikov, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Kersikov trying to control the pace.
Nelson is trying to control but Kersikov passes into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (5) vs (9) Nelson#T4#
Nelson is looking for a sweep.
Kersikov just content to control the position.
Nelson wants to control but Kersikov postures up.#T5#
Nelson tries to improve position but can't.
Nelson has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Kersikov trying to control the action but Nelson is working from the bottom.
Nelson tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Nelson is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#T6#
The referee asks Kersikov politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Kersikov prefers to stall for the moment though.
Nelson holds on to Kersikov's head and controls the position momentarily.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Kersikov trying to control the position but Nelson is working away.
Nelson is trying to get back to half guard.#T7#
Nelson regains half guard there - taking advantage of Kersikov's attempt to lay and pray for a moment.
Nelson wants to control but Kersikov is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Kersikov is looking to take a break and control but Nelson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Kersikov is figuring out what he wants to do next.#T8#
Nelson wants to get back to full guard.
Nelson keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Kersikov works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (8) vs (9) Nelson
You can see the frustration on Nelson's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Nelson is looking to reverse the position.#T9#
Nelson wants to control but Kersikov postures up.
Kersikov has control of an arm but Nelson manages to advance to Kersikov's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Kersikov (8) vs (13) Nelson#SUB2#
Nelson has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Kersikov has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Nelson really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Kersikov.
Nelson controlling well, preventing Kersikov from escaping the position.
#T10#
Kersikov looking very determined here, making life difficult for Nelson.
Kersikov looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Nelson biding his time, controlling Kersikov. #SUB2#
Nelson is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Kersikov has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here. #T11#
Kersikov looking very determined here, making life difficult for Nelson.
Kersikov trying to control the position but Nelson manages to sink in the hooks.
Kersikov staying busy and making it hard for Nelson to control. #T12#
Kersikov trying to control the hands but Nelson breaks the grip.
Kersikov is trying to break free.
Nelson tries to get the hooks in deep but Kersikov pushed the leg off.
Kersikov rolls, trying to escape but Nelson keeps control of the position.
Kersikov trying to control the position but Nelson manages to sink in the hooks.
Nelson tries to get the hooks in deep but Kersikov pushed the leg off.
Nelson has good solid back control here.
Nelson looking to hold on to the position here but Kersikov rolls and ends up regaining guard.
#T13#
Nelson trying to control the position from guard on top but Kersikov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Nelson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kersikov is keeping the position for now.
Nelson stands and throws Kersikov's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (8) vs (16) Nelson
Nelson wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kersikov keeps working. #T14#
Kersikov trying to control but Nelson flips him over like a cheap hooker and has his back! Score +3 for taking back: Kersikov (8) vs (19) Nelson
Nelson is trying to control but Kersikov is trying to escape here - he's now mounted.
#SUB2#
Nelson jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Kersikov manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Nelson is looking to take a break and control but Kersikov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Nelson is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Nelson wins on points by 19 to 8.
An out of breath Stoned Nelson thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
WP 66
Date: Dec 27, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 7 losses; Roman Kersikov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 22 wins and 50 losses; David McDonald!
The judges for this bout are James Atkins, James Ackerman and Richard Clark.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Kersikov fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Kersikov. #TD2#
McDonald manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Kersikov on his heels. He'll look to pass Kersikov's guard now, I'm sure. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Kersikov (0) vs (2) McDonald
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.
McDonald being controlled here momentarily.
McDonald stays in close to Kersikov's body and controls the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov looking to hit a scissor sweep but McDonald is one step ahead there. #T1#
McDonald trying to control the position from guard on top but Kersikov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
McDonald might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Kersikov haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
McDonald not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T3#
Kersikov trying to keep a closed guard but McDonald is proving a slippery customer.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Kersikov looking to hit a scissor sweep but McDonald is one step ahead there.
McDonald wants to control from the top but Kersikov keeps moving.
Kersikov is adopting a defensive guard.#T4#
Kersikov looking to hit a scissor sweep but McDonald is one step ahead there.
McDonald is stalling in the full guard.
My spies in Blacktalians MMA inform me that McDonald has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#T5#
McDonald tries to free his leg and advance position but Kersikov is retaining full guard.
McDonald looking to sit in guard and control but Kersikov gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (2) vs (2) McDonald
Kersikov wants to control from the top but McDonald keeps moving.
Kersikov wants to pass the guard but McDonald is keeping the position.#T6#
McDonald wants to improve his position but instead Kersikov has moved into half guard.
#SUB2#
McDonald looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
McDonald wants to get back to full guard.#T7#
Kersikov is controlling the pace.
Kersikov tries to pass to full mount but McDonald defends it.
Kersikov prevents McDonald from improving his position.
McDonald gets full guard.
Kersikov has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#T8#
Kersikov sitting in guard, not really doing much.
McDonald is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Kersikov won't allow McDonald to sweep him here.
McDonald is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Kersikov sitting in guard here, content to control. #T9##SUB2#
McDonald working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Kersikov doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Kersikov manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
McDonald wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Kersikov is now in half guard. #SUB2#
McDonald is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Kersikov pulls his head out easily.
Kersikov takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#T10#
McDonald is looking for a sweep. Kersikov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
McDonald looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
McDonald trying to control from the bottom.
Kersikov passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for McDonald! Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (5) vs (2) McDonald
Kersikov controlling his opponent. #T11#
McDonald is trying to escape the mount.
McDonald slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Kersikov passes into side control, despite McDonald's attempt to control the position.
Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (8) vs (2) McDonald
Kersikov controls the position.
McDonald looks to move to half guard but instead Kersikov has passed into mount! Damn! Score +2 for reaching mount: Kersikov (10) vs (2) McDonald
Kersikov controlling the position easily from mount. #T12#
McDonald wants to hold on but Kersikov pushes him away.
Kersikov tries to control but McDonald wriggling away.
Kersikov avoids the attempt from McDonald to control.
McDonald tries to reverse the position but Kersikov maintains control.#T13#
Kersikov tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
McDonald is looking to get to half guard.
McDonald tries to hold on but Kersikov postures up.
Kersikov looking to control but McDonald is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T14#
McDonald keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Kersikov takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Kersikov takes the fight on points by 10 to 2.
A victorious Roman Kersikov thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
In defeat, David McDonald stepped up to the mic, saying 'Fall down seven times, get up eight.'. |
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Event:
WP 65
Date: Dec 23, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 6 losses; Bjj Catch Wrestler! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 6 losses; Roman Kersikov!
The judges for this bout are Steven Brown, Sam Margolis and Daniel Bishop.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Kersikov shoots for a double leg takedown but Catch Wrestler sprawls well. He's pushed Kersikov's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Catch Wrestler shoots in but no luck this time. #TD#
Catch Wrestler closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Kersikov did well to prevent Catch Wrestler getting side control. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Catch Wrestler (2) vs (0) Kersikov
Catch Wrestler tries to pass to full mount but Kersikov defends it.
Kersikov wants to get back to full guard.
Kersikov slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Kersikov wants to sweep but no luck.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov pulls Catch Wrestler in to control the position.
Catch Wrestler trying to control but Kersikov is working from the bottom. #T1#
Kersikov wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Catch Wrestler is stalling in the full guard.
Catch Wrestler looking to pass the guard. #T2#
Kersikov is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #SUB#
Catch Wrestler drops back looking for a leg! Kersikov is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Kersikov manages to kick Catch Wrestler off! Catch Wrestler jumps back into Kersikov's guard.
Catch Wrestler preventing the sweep. #T3#
Kersikov keeping moving, preventing Catch Wrestler from controlling successfully.
Catch Wrestler slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Catch Wrestler (5) vs (0) Kersikov#SUB#
Catch Wrestler is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Kersikov is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Catch Wrestler trying to control the position but Kersikov is working away. #T4##SUB#
Catch Wrestler working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Catch Wrestler in side control, just content to control the action for now. #T5#
You can see the frustration on Kersikov's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Kersikov regains half guard.
Catch Wrestler content to control rather than advance.
Kersikov 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.
Kersikov is not content to let Catch Wrestler control the position.#T6##SUB#
Catch Wrestler seems to be looking for submissions.
Catch Wrestler controlling the action here.
Catch Wrestler is pressing down on Kersikov's thigh, looking to free his foot. Kersikov is holding on for now. #T7#
Kersikov is not content to let Catch Wrestler control the position.
Kersikov is pressing down on Catch Wrestler's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Catch Wrestler sitting in guard here, content to control.
Catch Wrestler wants to control from the top but Kersikov keeps moving. #T8#
Catch Wrestler wants to pass the guard but Kersikov is keeping the position.
Catch Wrestler stopping the sweep attempt from Kersikov.
Kersikov is adopting a defensive guard.
Catch Wrestler wants to control from the top but Kersikov keeps moving.
Kersikov manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Catch Wrestler manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Catch Wrestler (5) vs (2) Kersikov
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T9#
Catch Wrestler trying to control the position.
#SUB#
Catch Wrestler looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Kersikov passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Catch Wrestler (5) vs (5) Kersikov
Kersikov controlling the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T10#
Catch Wrestler struggling a bit here.
Kersikov is looking to take a break and control but Catch Wrestler is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
You can see the frustration on Catch Wrestler's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Catch Wrestler is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Blacktalians MMA, so we'll see if he gets out of it.#T11#
Catch Wrestler is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
Catch Wrestler is looking for a sweep.
Kersikov controlling from side mount.
Catch Wrestler tries to bench press Kersikov off him but Kersikov keeps the position.
Kersikov content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though. #T12#
Catch Wrestler wants to control but Kersikov postures up.
Kersikov is looking to take a break and control but Catch Wrestler is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Kersikov taking a breather here. #T13#
Catch Wrestler is trying to get back to half guard.
Catch Wrestler is working hard here to advance position.
The referee asks Kersikov politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Kersikov prefers to stall for the moment though.
Catch Wrestler is trying to improve his position.#T14#
Catch Wrestler is trying to control Kersikov's posture but Kersikov avoids it.
Kersikov controls the position.
Catch Wrestler tries to buck Kersikov off but Kersikov is having none of it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
As we have tied on points, we go to a tie breaker and Catch Wrestler gets a bonus point for attempting more subs.
Catch Wrestler takes the fight on points by 6 to 5.
Bjj Catch Wrestler gave a mention to Un-Kaged Nutrition in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales). |
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Event:
WP 64
Date: Dec 20, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 5 losses; Roman Kersikov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 22 wins and 32 losses; Gaston Juncker!
The judges for this bout are Andrew Berry, James Glass and Phil Schofield.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Juncker decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Kersikov (0) vs (2) Juncker
Kersikov is looking to improve his position.
Well, if Juncker is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Juncker is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Kersikov sees it coming and defends easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Juncker wants to take a breather but Kersikov is having none of it. #T1#
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.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Juncker passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Kersikov! Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (0) vs (5) Juncker
Kersikov is working to get back to half guard.
Juncker wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it. #T2#
Juncker prevents Kersikov from getting the reversal.
Juncker controlling from mount.
Juncker trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T3#
Juncker controlling from mount.
Let's hope that Juncker has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#T4#
Kersikov is trying to escape the mount.
Kersikov tries to control the position but Juncker now has his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Kersikov (0) vs (8) Juncker
Juncker controlling the position well here. Kersikov rolled but Juncker kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
#SUB2#
Juncker looking to break Kersikov's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Kersikov remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Juncker will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!#T5#
Kersikov is trying to break free.
Kersikov just trying to survive but Juncker is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Juncker controlling the position well here. Kersikov rolled but Juncker kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
#T6#
Kersikov trying to control the position but Juncker manages to sink in the hooks.
Juncker trying to control.
Well, with Juncker on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Kersikov is tapping out... Can he escape the position?
Juncker controlling the position well here. Kersikov rolled but Juncker kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
#T7#
Kersikov is really stuck here.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Juncker controlling the positon.#T8#
Kersikov is in bad spot here.
#SUB2#
Juncker is persistently looking for the submission but Kersikov is defending it well.
Kersikov tries to roll but Juncker sticks to his back.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Juncker is riding his opponent, not letting Kersikov buck him off. #T9#
Kersikov trying to control the hands but Juncker breaks the grip.
Kersikov is in bad spot here.
Juncker wants to control but Kersikov is keeping busy.
Juncker is riding his opponent, not letting Kersikov buck him off. #T10#
Kersikov trying to control but not successfully.
Juncker is trying to control but Kersikov is trying to escape here - he's now mounted.
Kersikov can't escape the position.
Juncker avoids the attempt from Kersikov to control.
Juncker moves to back control. Score +3 for taking back: Kersikov (0) vs (11) Juncker#T11#
Kersikov looking very determined here, making life difficult for Juncker.
Juncker is not going to allow Kersikov to sit and survive in this position.
Kersikov is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Juncker.
Kersikov tries to break free.
What can Kersikov do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
#T12#
Juncker tries to keep control of the position but Kersikov is staying busy.
Kersikov looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Juncker biding his time, controlling Kersikov.
Kersikov prevents Juncker from getting a body triangle.#T13#
Juncker controlling well, preventing Kersikov from escaping the position.
Juncker is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Juncker looking to hold on to the position here but Kersikov rolls and ends up regaining guard.
#T14#
Juncker won't allow Kersikov to sweep him here.
Kersikov keeping moving, preventing Juncker from controlling successfully.
Juncker is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Kersikov seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Kersikov keeping full guard, as Juncker tries to pass.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Juncker is stalling in the full guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Juncker wins on points by 11 to 0.
Gaston Juncker seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
WP 63
Date: Dec 16, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 5 losses; Roman Kersikov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 21 wins and 48 losses; David McDonald!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Bishop, James Glass and Steven Brown.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2#
McDonald looking to score a takedown here. Kersikov is defending well but McDonald drives through and ends up in Kersikov's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Kersikov (0) vs (2) McDonald
Kersikov keeping moving, preventing McDonald from controlling successfully.
McDonald stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kersikov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Kersikov seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
McDonald trying to control but Kersikov is working from the bottom.
Kersikov is adopting a defensive guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McDonald showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T1#
McDonald stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kersikov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
McDonald slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (0) vs (5) McDonald
Kersikov tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but McDonald wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T2##SUB2#
McDonald is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Kersikov knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
McDonald advances to mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Kersikov (0) vs (7) McDonald
McDonald tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
McDonald trying to control but Kersikov is having none of it. #T3#
McDonald moves to take his opponent's back. Score +3 for taking back: Kersikov (0) vs (10) McDonald
McDonald controls the action.#SUB2#
McDonald patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Kersikov trying to control but not successfully.
Kersikov staying busy and making it hard for McDonald to control. #T4#
McDonald is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Well, with McDonald on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Kersikov is tapping out... Can he escape the position?
McDonald gets his hands free as Kersikov looks to control. #SUB2#
McDonald looking to break Kersikov's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Kersikov remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise McDonald will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Kersikov tries to roll but McDonald sticks to his back.
#SUB2#
McDonald looking for the choke from the back. #SUB2#
McDonald is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Kersikov defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Kersikov breaks McDonald's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (2) vs (10) McDonald#T5#
Kersikov passes into half guard.
Kersikov content to control rather than advance.
McDonald is trying to control but can't.
Kersikov is trying to control the action in half guard but McDonald is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T6#
McDonald won't allow Kersikov to pass to mount.
Kersikov passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for McDonald! Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (5) vs (10) McDonald
McDonald bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (5) vs (12) McDonald
McDonald is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T7#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Kersikov is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (7) vs (12) McDonald
Kersikov won't allow McDonald to sweep him here. #SUB2#
McDonald has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Kersikov is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for McDonald. Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (10) vs (12) McDonald
McDonald prevents Kersikov from improving position. #T8#
McDonald tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Kersikov working away.
McDonald might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Kersikov haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
McDonald is not content to let Kersikov control the position. #T9#
You can see the frustration on McDonald's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Kersikov trying to control the action but McDonald is working from the bottom.
McDonald tries to buck Kersikov off but Kersikov is having none of it.#T10#
You can see the frustration on McDonald's face as Kersikov controls the position.
Kersikov has knee on belly and moves into mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Kersikov (12) vs (12) McDonald
Kersikov fails to move to back control.
McDonald tries to hold on but Kersikov postures up.
McDonald is desperately trying to improve his position but Kersikov has a good base and remains in mount.#T11#
Kersikov wants to control the pace but McDonald is squirming around nicely.
Kersikov content just to control the position here.
McDonald really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
McDonald wants to hold on but Kersikov pushes him away.
McDonald is working to get back to half guard.
#T12#
Kersikov controlling from mount.
Kersikov avoids the attempt from McDonald to control.
McDonald is trying desperately to improve position.#T13#
Kersikov trying to control but he's not successful this time.
McDonald wants to hold on but Kersikov pushes him away.
McDonald is in all sorts of trouble here.
McDonald is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
McDonald is desperately trying to improve his position but Kersikov has a good base and remains in mount.#T14#
Kersikov tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Kersikov moves to the back. Score +3 for taking back: Kersikov (15) vs (12) McDonald
Kersikov is not going to allow McDonald to sit and survive in this position.
Kersikov biding his time, looking for the opening.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kersikov's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
And that's the end of the fight!
Kersikov takes the fight on points by 15 to 12.
A victorious Roman Kersikov thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
The defeated David McDonald had this to say: 'Fall down seven times, get up eight.'. |
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Event:
WP 62
Date: Dec 13, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 21 wins and 47 losses; David McDonald! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 5 losses; Roman Kersikov!
The judges for this bout are Steven Brown, Colin Fotheringham and William Gold.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
McDonald shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Kersikov pinned against the ropes. Kersikov gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
McDonald dives in and grabs Kersikov's left leg, looking for a takedown. Kersikov pushes down on McDonald's head and hops out.
McDonald has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Blacktalians MMA in the buildup to the fight.
McDonald leaves Kersikov with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
McDonald tries to counter with a takedown but Kersikov is quick to defend against it.#TD#
McDonald gets a double leg takedown into Kersikov's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: McDonald (2) vs (0) Kersikov
McDonald looking to sit in guard and control but Kersikov gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: McDonald (2) vs (2) Kersikov
McDonald is pulling down on Kersikov's head. It's preventing any offense from Kersikov, at least for the moment.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB#
McDonald looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T1#
McDonald looking to hit a scissor sweep but Kersikov is one step ahead there. #SUB#
McDonald is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T2##SUB#
Kersikov avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Kersikov controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Kersikov won't allow McDonald to sweep him here. #T3#
McDonald is working hard here to advance position.
McDonald is trying to hold Kersikov in close to prevent damage but Kersikov has managed to pass into half guard.
McDonald tries to get to full guard but Kersikov has control of the leg.
McDonald has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Kersikov is working away from the top position though.
McDonald tries to roll over but Kersikov keeps him under control.#T4##SUB#
McDonald actively working from the bottom here.
Kersikov prevents McDonald from improving his position.
Kersikov not doing much here.
#T5#
McDonald wants to get back to full guard but Kersikov has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: McDonald (2) vs (5) Kersikov
McDonald is trying to improve his position.#T6#
Kersikov tries to move into full mount but can't pass McDonald's legs.
McDonald wants to control but Kersikov postures up.
Kersikov controls the position.
Kersikov wants to lay and pray for a moment but McDonald keeps working.
Kersikov advances to full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: McDonald (2) vs (7) Kersikov#T7#
McDonald tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Kersikov can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as McDonald is looking to escape.
Kersikov controlling from the full mount.
McDonald can't escape the position.
#T8#
McDonald regains half guard.
Kersikov is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Kersikov wants to lay and pray for a moment but McDonald keeps working.
McDonald trying to hold on to Kersikov's head to control him but Kersikov postures up.
McDonald is looking to improve his position.
#T9#
McDonald trying to control from the bottom.
McDonald regains full guard. Nicely done.
McDonald not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
McDonald is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Kersikov is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
McDonald looking for a sweep. Not yet McDonald, not yet. #SUB#
McDonald has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Kersikov can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Kersikov is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T10##T11#
McDonald tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
McDonald throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
McDonald being controlled here, momentarily. #T12#
McDonald keeping moving, preventing Kersikov from controlling successfully.
McDonald working a defensive guard here.
McDonald has his hands on Kersikov's head, controlling the position.
McDonald is trying to control the position but Kersikov postures up. #T13#
Kersikov trying to control but McDonald is working from the bottom.
McDonald working a defensive guard but Kersikov manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: McDonald (2) vs (10) Kersikov
McDonald is being controlled here.
McDonald is looking to regain half guard here but Kersikov keeps moving and retains side control. #T14#
You can see the frustration on McDonald's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
McDonald is looking for a sweep.
And that's the end of the fight!
Kersikov wins on points by 10 to 2.
A victorious Roman Kersikov thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
David McDonald spoke after the fight, saying 'Fall down seven times, get up eight.'. |
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Event:
WP 61
Date: Dec 09, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 8 losses; Xylon Kofel! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 5 losses; Roman Kersikov!
The judges for this bout are James Glass, Colin Fotheringham and Andrew Berry.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Kersikov fails with a takedown attempt.
Kofel is trying hard to land a takedown here. Kersikov sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Kofel is trying hard to land a takedown here. Kersikov sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Kersikov slaps away a takedown attempt from Kofel, before circling back to the center of the mat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Xylon Kofel. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kersikov shoots for a double leg takedown but Kofel sprawls well. He's pushed Kersikov's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Kofel has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Blacktalians MMA in the buildup to the fight.
Kofel shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Kersikov as he avoids it easily.
Kofel goes for a double leg but Kersikov avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the ropes as Kersikov continues to drive forward.
Kofel can't get the takedown.
Kofel is working for a takedown up against the ropes. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Kersikov is looking to take this one to the mat.
Kersikov wants a takedown but no success here.
Kersikov drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Kersikov is working for a takedown up against the ropes. He can't get it on this occasion though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov is looking to take this one to the mat.
Kersikov stops a takedown attempt from Kofel.
Kofel wants a takedown.
Kofel tries for a takedown but Kersikov manages to get underhooks.
Kofel has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Kersikov after a bit of a struggle.
Kersikov is working for a takedown up against the ropes. He can't get it on this occasion though.#T1#
Kersikov is pressed up against the ropes. Kofel has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Kersikov down to the mat. Kersikov avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Kofel misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Kersikov looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Kofel is fending him off so far but Kersikov persists. Nope, Kofel circles away and we're back to standing.
Kofel fails with the takedown.
Kofel misses with a takedown attempt - Kersikov sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#TD2#
Kersikov looking for a takedown here - he's got it. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Kofel (0) vs (2) Kersikov#SUB#
Kofel looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Kofel can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Kersikov controls the pace.
Kersikov looking to pass the guard. #T2#
Kersikov controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#SUB#
Kofel escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Kersikov gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Kersikov looking to pass the guard. #T3#
Kersikov is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB#
Kofel is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Kofel can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Kersikov controls the pace.#T4#
Kofel wants to sweep here but Kersikov controlling him for the moment.
Kofel working a defensive guard here.
Kofel tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Kofel keeping moving, preventing Kersikov from controlling successfully.
Kofel has his hands on Kersikov's head, controlling the position. #T5#
Kersikov controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Kofel looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Kofel is trying to keep Kersikov in close.
Kofel keeping moving, preventing Kersikov from controlling successfully. #T6#
Kersikov sitting in guard, not really doing much.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB#
Kofel isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Kersikov stacks Kofel on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Kersikov! Score +3 for passing guard: Kofel (0) vs (5) Kersikov
Kersikov just content to control the position.
Kersikov trying to control the position but Kofel is working away. #T7#
Kersikov taking a break here but Kofel is having none of it and regains half guard.
Kersikov is taking a breather. Kofel says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.#T8#
Kofel is trying to maintain the position but Kersikov is very close to passing his half guard.
Kofel wants to improve his position but Kersikov is controlling well.
#T9#
Kersikov seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Kofel is looking for a sweep. Kersikov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Kofel is staying active underneath Kersikov, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T10#
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Kofel is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Kersikov jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Kofel (0) vs (8) Kersikov
Kersikov taking a breather here. #T11#
Kersikov's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Kofel tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Kersikov presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Kofel (0) vs (10) Kersikov
Kofel tries to hold on but Kersikov postures up.
Kersikov mounts Kofel! Really nice guard pass there! #T12#
Kofel tries to reverse the position but Kersikov maintains control.
Kofel is working hard here to advance position.
Kofel is trying to escape the mount but Kersikov keeps good control and instead manages to take Kofel's back.
Score +3 for taking back: Kofel (0) vs (13) Kersikov
Kersikov controls the action.
Kersikov is trying to stick to Kofel's back but Kofel is turning into Kersikov. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Kersikov's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Kofel. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kofel (2) vs (13) Kersikov#T13#
Kersikov keeping moving, preventing Kofel from controlling successfully.
Kofel stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kersikov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Kofel is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Kersikov looking to control.
#T14#
Kofel trying to control the position from guard on top but Kersikov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kofel pushes down on Kersikov's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Kofel wants to take a breather but Kersikov is having none of it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kofel is pressing down on Kersikov's thigh, looking to free his foot. Kersikov is holding on for now.
Kersikov is refusing to be controlled, as Kofel sits in half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Kersikov wins on points by 13 to 2.
During a confident post fight interview, Roman Kersikov thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
WP 58
Date: Dec 02, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 5 losses; Roman Kersikov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 58 wins and 46 losses; Shane MacGowan!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Bishop, Chris Edwards and Paul Tew.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Kersikov fails with a takedown attempt.#TD2#
MacGowan shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Kersikov (0) vs (2) MacGowan
Kersikov wants to control but MacGowan is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB2#
MacGowan is working for a submission of some sort.
MacGowan is looking to advance position but Kersikov won't allow it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
MacGowan is working for an americana but Kersikov has been sneaky and has managed to get back to half guard, whilst MacGowan was thinking about the submission.#T1#
MacGowan trying to control but Kersikov is working from the bottom.
Kersikov seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
MacGowan preventing the sweep.
MacGowan trying to control the position from guard on top but Kersikov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
MacGowan pushes down on Kersikov's leg and manages to get into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The fighters are battling for position here. Kersikov manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Kersikov keeping moving, preventing MacGowan from controlling successfully. #T2#
MacGowan pushes down on Kersikov's leg and manages to get into half guard.#SUB2#
MacGowan is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Kersikov doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time MacGowan.
Kersikov tries to get to full guard but MacGowan has control of the leg. #SUB2#
MacGowan is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Kersikov has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
MacGowan is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Kersikov defends it well. #T3##SUB2#
MacGowan is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
MacGowan has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Ground Zero Workout Gym. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.#SUB2#
MacGowan looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
#SUB2#
MacGowan looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Kersikov manages to get to full guard.
#T4#
MacGowan stands and throws Kersikov's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (0) vs (5) MacGowan#SUB2#
MacGowan thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB2#
MacGowan wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Kersikov, who protects the arm well. #SUB2#
MacGowan wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Kersikov, who protects the arm well.
Kersikov is not content to let MacGowan control the position. #T5#
Kersikov struggling a bit here.#SUB2#
MacGowan goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Kersikov rolls with the submission and now he's on top in MacGowan's guard! Nice work there by Kersikov! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (2) vs (5) MacGowan
Kersikov showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Kersikov trying to control but MacGowan is working from the bottom.
MacGowan can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Kersikov controls the pace.#T6#
Kersikov trying to control but MacGowan is working from the bottom.
MacGowan wants to sweep but no luck.
MacGowan wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Kersikov is now in half guard.
MacGowan is trying to get back to full guard.
Kersikov slows the pace down in half guard. #T7#
MacGowan is pressing down on Kersikov's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Kersikov trying to control the position from guard on top but MacGowan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kersikov not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
MacGowan keeping moving, preventing Kersikov from controlling successfully.
MacGowan working a defensive guard here.
Kersikov stopping the sweep attempt from MacGowan.
Kersikov stays in close to MacGowan's body and controls the position.
Kersikov has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Kersikov advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (5) vs (5) MacGowan#T8#
MacGowan is trying to get back to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
MacGowan wants to control but Kersikov postures up.
MacGowan tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Kersikov presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Kersikov (7) vs (5) MacGowan
Kersikov trying to control but MacGowan is having none of it.
Kersikov prevents MacGowan from getting the reversal.
MacGowan wants to hold on but Kersikov pushes him away.
MacGowan tries to reverse the position but Kersikov maintains control.#T9#
MacGowan tries to hold on but Kersikov postures up.
MacGowan sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Kersikov performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
MacGowan is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Kersikov's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Kersikov's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Kersikov (7) vs (9) MacGowan#SUB2#
Kersikov defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Kersikov manages to reverse the position and now he's in MacGowan's guard. Nice work there by Kersikov.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (9) vs (9) MacGowan
Kersikov advances to half guard. #T10#
Kersikov wants to control but MacGowan is keeping him busy.
MacGowan wants to get back to full guard.
Kersikov passes into side control, despite MacGowan's attempt to control the position.
Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (12) vs (9) MacGowan
MacGowan is trying to get back to half guard.
Kersikov tries to advance to mount but MacGowan denies him.
Kersikov is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down MacGowan's shoulder. That is not cool. #T11#
MacGowan is looking to reverse the position.
Kersikov gets to mount! MacGowan was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. Score +2 for reaching mount: Kersikov (14) vs (9) MacGowan
Kersikov sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
MacGowan is in all sorts of trouble here.
MacGowan gets back to half guard.
MacGowan is trying to control but can't.
MacGowan trying to get back to full guard but Kersikov takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (17) vs (9) MacGowan
Kersikov wants to take MacGowan's back but he can't do it this time. #T12#
MacGowan manages to regain half guard. Good work.
MacGowan wants to get back to full guard but Kersikov has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (20) vs (9) MacGowan
MacGowan tries to improve position but can't.
Kersikov has control of an arm but MacGowan manages to advance to Kersikov's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Kersikov (20) vs (13) MacGowan#SUB2#
MacGowan is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Kersikov is defending well though. MacGowan let's go of the attempt for now.#SUB2#
MacGowan working for a choke but Kersikov is defending well.
Well, with MacGowan on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Kersikov is tapping out... Can he escape the position?#T13#
Kersikov tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell! #SUB2#
MacGowan goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Kersikov turns into him and now he's in MacGowan's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (22) vs (13) MacGowan
MacGowan bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Kersikov's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (22) vs (15) MacGowan
MacGowan wants to pass the guard but Kersikov is keeping the position.#SUB2#
MacGowan has gone for a leg lock! Kersikov slips out almost immediately though and dives into MacGowan's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (24) vs (15) MacGowan
Kersikov content to stall in guard here. #T14#
MacGowan looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #SUB2#
MacGowan had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Kersikov defends it easily.
Kersikov engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
MacGowan not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
And that's the end of the fight!
Kersikov takes the fight on points by 24 to 15.
A very excited looking Roman Kersikov made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
TWGC 40 (185lbs, D1): Finals - Round 2
Date: Sep 12, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 0 losses; Percival Nerdspoof The 3rd! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 4 losses; Roman Kersikov!
The judges for this bout are Sam Margolis, James Atkins and Paul Tew.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Kersikov changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Nerdspoof The 3rd tries to avoid it but Kersikov manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Nerdspoof The 3rd to the ground. Nerdspoof The 3rd escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Nerdspoof The 3rd appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#TD2#
Kersikov shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Nerdspoof The 3rd is trying to defend but Kersikov finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Nerdspoof The 3rd (0) vs (2) Kersikov
Nerdspoof The 3rd tries to roll over but Kersikov keeps him under control.
Nerdspoof The 3rd is trying to maintain the position but Kersikov is very close to passing his half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Nerdspoof The 3rd is concentrating on defense, preventing Kersikov from advancing position.
Nerdspoof The 3rd wants to improve his position but Kersikov is controlling well.
Kersikov is controlling the pace.
Nerdspoof The 3rd is controlling Kersikov's position as best he can from this difficult position.#T2#
Nerdspoof The 3rd is looking to control Kersikov's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Nerdspoof The 3rd avoid being mounted?
Kersikov keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Nerdspoof The 3rd moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Kersikov stopping the sweep attempt from Nerdspoof The 3rd.#T3##SUB#
Nerdspoof The 3rd has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Kersikov should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Nerdspoof The 3rd has tightened it up now! Kersikov should have reacted faster there - he's in big trouble and yes, he's tapped out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Percival Nerdspoof The 3rd!
During a confident post fight interview, Percival Nerdspoof The 3rd thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
TWGC 40 (185lbs, D1): Finals - Round 1
Date: Sep 11, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 29 wins and 9 losses; Mapuche Matariki! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 4 losses; Roman Kersikov!
The judges for this bout are James Atkins, Chris Edwards and Phil Schofield.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Matariki closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Kersikov quickly recovers to half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Matariki (2) vs (0) Kersikov
Kersikov is looking to improve his position.
Matariki is controlling the pace.
Kersikov is looking to improve his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Matariki trying to mount his opponent but Kersikov defends it. #T1#
Matariki takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kersikov is holding on to half guard well.
Matariki not doing much here.
Matariki looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Kersikov desperately trying to maintain half guard. #T2#
Kersikov is looking for a sweep. Matariki is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Matariki trying to control the pace.
Matariki seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Kersikov for as long as he can get away with.#T3#
Kersikov trying to control but Matariki postures up.
Kersikov preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Matariki trying to pass the guard but Kersikov defending well.
Kersikov is positioning himself well to prevent Matariki advancing to mount. #T4#
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kersikov wants to get back to full guard.
Matariki passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Matariki (5) vs (0) Kersikov
Matariki tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T5#
Kersikov tries to lock up and control but Matariki gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Kersikov is trying desperately to improve position.
Matariki controlling the position easily from mount.
Kersikov 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.
Matariki avoids the attempt from Kersikov to control.#T6#
Matariki fails to advance to Kersikov's back.
Kersikov tries to lock up and control but Matariki gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T7#
Matariki tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Matariki's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Matariki fails to take his opponent's back.
Kersikov keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#T8#
Kersikov tries to hold on but Matariki pushes him away.
Matariki takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T9#
Kersikov is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Matariki controlling from mount.
Kersikov bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Matariki (5) vs (2) Kersikov
Matariki looking to hit a scissor sweep but Kersikov is one step ahead there.
Matariki wants to hit a sweep here but Kersikov passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Matariki there! Score +3 for passing guard: Matariki (5) vs (5) Kersikov#T10#
Kersikov controlling his opponent.
Kersikov's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Kersikov wants to control the pace but Matariki is squirming around nicely. #T11#
Kersikov controlling the position easily from mount.
Matariki is trying to reverse the position but instead Kersikov has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Matariki (5) vs (8) Kersikov
Kersikov biding his time, looking for the opening.
Kersikov is hanging on to Matariki's back as he tries to escape.
#T12#
Matariki wants to escape the position but for the time being he's just trying to control the pace.
I really don't envy Matariki right now.
Matariki is working hard here to advance position.
Matariki is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at SSJ Gym, so we'll see if he gets out of it.#T13#
Kersikov has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Matariki's body.
Matariki looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
#T14#
I really don't envy Matariki right now.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
What can Matariki do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
And that's the end of the fight!
Kersikov wins on points by 8 to 5.
Roman Kersikov thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
TWGC 40 (185lbs, D1): Los Angeles Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Sep 03, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 4 losses; Roman Kersikov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 7 losses; Armad Bates!
The judges for this bout are Percy O'Donnell, Don Winkell and Jack Bonds.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Kersikov tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Bates defends well and Kersikov ends up having to push Bates into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.#TD2#
Bates turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Kersikov (0) vs (4) Bates
Bates trying to control the position but Kersikov is working away.
Kersikov prevents Bates from moving into mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bates takes a little break here. Kersikov wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Kersikov manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (2) vs (4) Bates
Bates is trying to get back to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bates is trying is best to control the position here.
Kersikov not doing much here.
Bates is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Kersikov's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Kersikov's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Kersikov (2) vs (8) Bates#T1##SUB2#
Bates has got his arm under Kersikov's chin working for the choke… has he got it? It looks pretty tight! Oh! Kersikov has spun round into Bates's guard beautifully! Well done that man!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (4) vs (8) Bates#SUB2#
Bates looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Kersikov passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (7) vs (8) Bates
You can see the frustration on Bates's face as Kersikov controls the position.
Bates looking for a sweep but Kersikov has passed into full mount! Oh no! Score +2 for reaching mount: Kersikov (9) vs (8) Bates#T2#
Bates can't escape the position.
Kersikov avoids the attempt from Bates to control.
Kersikov tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Bates wants to control but Kersikov is having none of it.
Kersikov trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Bates is working to get back to half guard.
#T3#
Bates keeps trying to improve his position.
Bates gets back to half guard.
Bates tries to roll over but Kersikov keeps him under control.
Kersikov is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Bates is trying to control but Kersikov manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (12) vs (8) Bates
Kersikov prevents Bates from getting the reversal.#T4#
Kersikov controlling the pace for now.
Bates tries to lock up and control but Kersikov gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Bates is trying to escape the mount.
Kersikov wants to take Bates's back here but Bates is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Bates is squirming around, avoiding Kersikov's attempts to control the action.
Bates regains half guard.
Bates wants to control but Kersikov passes into side.
Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (15) vs (8) Bates#T5#
Bates tries to buck Kersikov off but Kersikov is having none of it.
Bates gets back to half guard.
Kersikov passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Bates! Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (18) vs (8) Bates
Kersikov is trying to take his opponent's back.
Bates working to try and regain half guard.
#T6#
Bates regains half guard.
Bates is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Bates trying to control from the bottom.
Bates is trying to get back to full guard.
Kersikov controlling the action here.
Bates trying to control but Kersikov postures up.
#T7##SUB2#
Bates is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Kersikov pulls his head out easily.
Bates trying to control but Kersikov postures up.
#SUB2#
Bates is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Kersikov pulls his head out easily.
Bates wants to get back to full guard.
Bates controlling the position for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Bates looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Kersikov pushes past his half guard into mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (21) vs (8) Bates#T8#
Kersikov controlling from the full mount.
Bates is working to get back to half guard.
Kersikov tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Bates keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#T9#
Bates tries to control Kersikov's body but Kersikov pushes him off. Bates squirms to his side and now Kersikov has his back! Score +3 for taking back: Kersikov (24) vs (8) Bates
Kersikov has the hooks in. Bates is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Kersikov biding his time, controlling Bates.
Bates just trying to survive but Kersikov is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Bates might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Kersikov haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Bates rolls, trying to escape but Kersikov keeps control of the position.
Kersikov tries to keep control of the position but Bates is staying busy.#T10#
Bates trying to control the hands but Kersikov breaks the grip.
I really don't envy Bates right now.
Kersikov has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Bates's body.
Bates breaks Kersikov's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (24) vs (10) Bates
Bates looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T11#
Bates looking to pass the guard.
Bates wants to control from the top but Kersikov keeps moving.
Bates's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Kersikov pulls Bates in to control the position.
Bates wants to control from the top but Kersikov keeps moving.
Bates looking to pass the guard. #T12#
Kersikov is pulling down on Bates's head. It's preventing any offense from Bates, at least for the moment.
Bates tries to free his leg and advance position but Kersikov is retaining full guard.
Bates won't allow Kersikov to sweep him here.
Bates looking to sit in guard and control but Kersikov gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (26) vs (10) Bates
Bates trying to keep a closed guard but Kersikov is proving a slippery customer.
Bates keeping full guard, as Kersikov tries to pass. #T13##SUB2#
Bates is looking for a triangle but Kersikov pushes his legs off easily.
Kersikov slips nicely into half guard.
Kersikov trying to control from half guard but Bates is working away.
Bates trying to control from the bottom.
Bates wants to get back to full guard.
Bates is trying to control but can't.
#T14#
Still in half guard, Kersikov seems content to control.#SUB2#
Bates looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Bates has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Kersikov is working away from the top position though.
Kersikov takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bates wants to improve his position but Kersikov is controlling well.
Kersikov slows the pace down in half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Kersikov takes the fight on points by 26 to 10.
An out of breath Roman Kersikov thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
TWGC 40 (185lbs, D1): Los Angeles Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Sep 02, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 4 losses; Roman Kersikov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 3 losses; Dan Catara!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Percy O'Donnell and Frank Antenori.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Kersikov looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Kersikov fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Catara avoids it really well and circles away.#CL2#
Kersikov tries to keep at a distance but Catara has taken the fight into the clinch.
Kersikov is working for takedown but Catara is calmly controlling the position for now.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Roman Kersikov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kersikov wants a takedown but no success here.
Catara gets underhooks to prevent Kersikov's takedown attempt.
#TD2#
Catara gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Kersikov (0) vs (2) Catara
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Catara told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
Catara controlling from the top position.
Catara trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T1#
Catara slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Kersikov seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Catara advances to half guard. #T2#
Catara wants to free his trapped foot but Kersikov is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Kersikov's coaches at KFA have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.#SUB2#
Catara is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Catara trying to control the pace.
Catara is trying to control. Kersikov wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T3#
Kersikov wants to get back to full guard.
Catara wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kersikov keeps working.
Kersikov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Catara with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Kersikov might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Kersikov trying to control but Catara postures up.
Catara passes into side control, despite Kersikov's attempt to control the position.
Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (0) vs (5) Catara#T4#
Catara wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kersikov keeps working.
Catara taking a break here but Kersikov is having none of it and regains half guard. #T5##SUB2#
Catara is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Kersikov is looking to improve his position.
#SUB2#
Catara is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#T6#
Kersikov is trying to control but can't.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Catara is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Catara is looking to advance position but Kersikov won't allow it.
Catara trying to control from half guard but Kersikov is working away.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T7#
Catara is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Catara trying to control but Kersikov is working from the bottom.
Catara engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Catara tries to free his leg and advance position but Kersikov is retaining full guard.
Kersikov keeping moving, preventing Catara from controlling successfully. #T8#
Catara passes into half guard.
Catara stalling away here and it's allowed Kersikov to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Catara slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #SUB2#
Catara is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Kersikov is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Kersikov has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (2) vs (5) Catara#T9#
Kersikov looking to pass the guard.
Kersikov stands and throws Catara's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (5) vs (5) Catara
Catara is trying to control Kersikov's posture but Kersikov avoids it. #T10#
Catara tries to buck Kersikov off but Kersikov is having none of it.
Catara can't do much from the bottom here.
Catara looks to move to half guard but instead Kersikov has passed into mount! Damn! Score +2 for reaching mount: Kersikov (7) vs (5) Catara
Catara is trying to escape the mount.
Kersikov wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it. #T11#
Kersikov manages to capitalize on a mistake by Catara to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Kersikov (10) vs (5) Catara
Catara looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
What can Catara do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Kersikov's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Catara trying to control the hands but Kersikov breaks the grip. #T12#
Catara is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Kersikov not allowing Catara to control his hands.
Kersikov is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Kersikov has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T13#
You can see the frustration on Catara's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Catara trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Catara is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Kersikov trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Catara wants to control his opponent's hands but Kersikov gets his hands free. #T14#
Kersikov is riding his opponent, not letting Catara buck him off.
Will Kersikov go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Catara tries to roll but Kersikov sticks to his back.
Catara looking very determined here, making life difficult for Kersikov.
Catara tries to escape the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kersikov not allowing Catara to control his hands.
And that's the end of the fight!
Kersikov takes the fight on points by 10 to 5.
An out of breath Roman Kersikov thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
TWGC 39 (170lbs, D2): Amsterdam Qualifier - Round 2
Date: May 16, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Middle Finger! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 3 losses; Roman Kersikov!
The judges for this bout are Wagner Zegers, Aafke Stam and Nard Betker.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Kersikov changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Finger looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Finger (0) vs (4) Kersikov
Finger prevents Kersikov from moving into mount.
Finger sneaks back into half guard.
Finger wants to get back to full guard.
Finger wants to control but Kersikov is keeping busy and won't allow it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Finger is controlling Kersikov's trapped leg to prevent Kersikov from advancing to side control.#T1#
Finger is trying to control but can't.
Kersikov is controlling the pace.
Let's hope that Kersikov has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Finger is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.#T2#
Kersikov is pressing down on Finger's thigh, looking to free his foot. Finger is holding on for now.
Finger holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Still in half guard, Kersikov seems content to control.
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.#T3#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Finger wants to improve his position but Kersikov is controlling well.
#T4#
Kersikov is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Finger reverses the position - he's now on top in Kersikov's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Finger (2) vs (4) Kersikov
Kersikov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Finger is one step ahead there.
Finger stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kersikov swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T5#
Kersikov is pulling down on Finger's head. It's preventing any offense from Finger, at least for the moment.
Kersikov trying to keep a closed guard but Finger is proving a slippery customer.
Finger controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Finger has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Kersikov keeping moving, preventing Finger from controlling successfully. #T6#
Finger tries to free his leg and advance position but Kersikov is retaining full guard.
Finger is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Kersikov controlling the position.
Kersikov is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Finger looking to pass the guard.
Finger is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Kersikov keeping moving, preventing Finger from controlling successfully. #T7#
Finger pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kersikov is keeping the position for now.
Kersikov trying to control the position here.
Finger won't allow Kersikov to sweep him here.
Finger looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Finger won't allow Kersikov to sweep him here. #T8#
Kersikov managing to control the position.
Finger is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Kersikov keeping moving, preventing Finger from controlling successfully.
Kersikov being controlled here, momentarily.
Finger's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#T9#
Finger pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kersikov is keeping the position for now.
Finger is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Finger pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kersikov is keeping the position for now.
Kersikov is controlling Finger's posture.
Our spies down at at KFA inform us that Kersikov has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#T10#
Finger controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Kersikov looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Finger is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T11#
Kersikov is adopting a defensive guard.
Finger trying to control but Kersikov is working from the bottom.
Finger wants to pass the guard but Kersikov is keeping the position.#T12#
Finger advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Finger (5) vs (4) Kersikov
Kersikov is looking to regain half guard here but Finger keeps moving and retains side control.
Finger tries to advance to mount but can't.
Kersikov seems a little lost for a moment, as Finger dominates the positioning.
Kersikov prevents Finger from moving into mount.
Finger wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kersikov keeps working.
Kersikov seems a little lost for a moment, as Finger dominates the positioning.#T13#
Kersikov is trying to get back to half guard.
Finger wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kersikov keeps working.
Finger is really struggling to control Kersikov but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Finger working away.
Kersikov is looking to regain half guard here but Finger keeps moving and retains side control. #T14#
Finger tries to move into full mount but can't pass Kersikov's legs.
Finger content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Finger tries to advance position but instead Kersikov slips a leg back in to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kersikov is staying active underneath Finger, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Finger takes the fight on points by 5 to 4.
A victorious Middle Finger 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:
TWGC 39 (170lbs, D2): Amsterdam Qualifier - Round 1
Date: May 15, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 3 losses; Roman Kersikov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 1 losses; Tobi Terrorelli!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Blasius, Aafke Stam and Paulsen Ambrosius.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Kersikov has a takedown stuffed.
Kersikov shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Terrorelli defends it nicely.
Terrorelli is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Roman Kersikov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kersikov shoots for a takedown but Terrorelli saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Roman Kersikov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Terrorelli stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Terrorelli wants it to stay on the feet.
Terrorelli drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Kersikov defends it well.
Kersikov shoots in looking for a takedown but Terrorelli manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Kersikov's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Kersikov shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Terrorelli defends it nicely.
Terrorelli feints the counter takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Kersikov looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Kersikov (2) vs (0) Terrorelli
Kersikov trying to control the pace. #T1#
Kersikov is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Terrorelli! Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (5) vs (0) Terrorelli
Kersikov controlling the position easily from mount.
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.
Kersikov seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Terrorelli is holding on tight.
#T2#
Kersikov controlling from the full mount. #T3##T4##T5#
Kersikov has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T6##T7#
Kersikov seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Terrorelli for as long as he can get away with.#T8#
Kersikov continues to stall.
More hug and hope from Kersikov.#T9#
Kersikov is looking to work his way around to Terrorelli's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Kersikov controlling his opponent. #T10##T11#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kersikov moves to back control. Score +3 for taking back: Kersikov (8) vs (0) Terrorelli
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T12#
Kersikov controlling from the back.#T13#
Kersikov's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#T14#
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Kersikov takes the fight on points by 8 to 0.
A victorious Roman Kersikov 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:
WPGC 10.5
Date: Feb 26, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 2 losses; Roman Kersikov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 4 losses; Bob Le Boulder!
The judges for this bout are Edson Gomes, Alexandre Firmino and Matheus Silva.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Kersikov doesn't succeed with the takedown#TD2#
and Le Boulder counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Kersikov! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Kersikov (0) vs (4) Le Boulder
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
It looks like Le Boulder might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (2) vs (4) Le Boulder#T1#
Kersikov wants to control but Le Boulder is keeping him busy.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Le Boulder desperately trying to maintain half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Le Boulder wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Kersikov is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Le Boulder sees it coming and defends easily.
Le Boulder gets full guard.
Le Boulder has Kersikov pulled in close to control his posture.
Le Boulder is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (2) vs (6) Le Boulder
Le Boulder is controlling the pace.
#T2#
Le Boulder's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Kersikov has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Le Boulder is working away from the top position though.
Kersikov is looking to improve his position.
#SUB2#
Le Boulder is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Kersikov defends it well. #T3#
Le Boulder has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (2) vs (9) Le Boulder
Le Boulder controlling the position easily from mount.
Kersikov is looking to get to half guard.
Kersikov is working hard here to advance position.#T4#
Le Boulder controlling the position easily from mount.
Kersikov tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Le Boulder controlling the position easily from mount.
Kersikov can't escape the position.
Kersikov is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at KFA, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Le Boulder content just to control the position here. #T5#
Kersikov keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#T6#
Kersikov gets back to half guard.
Le Boulder not doing much here.
More stalling from Le Boulder.#SUB#
Kersikov with the active half guard here but Le Boulder passes nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (2) vs (12) Le Boulder
Le Boulder happy to just control the position for now.
Le Boulder with more of the same as he continues to hold on.#T7#
Let's hope that Le Boulder has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Kersikov is looking for a sweep.#T8#
Le Boulder controlling the position.
Kersikov is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Le Boulder off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Kersikov (6) vs (12) Le Boulder
Le Boulder 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.
Le Boulder manages to reverse the position and now he's in Kersikov's guard. Nice work there by Le Boulder.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (6) vs (14) Le Boulder
Kersikov wants to hit a sweep here but Le Boulder passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Kersikov there! Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (6) vs (17) Le Boulder#T9#
Le Boulder controlling his opponent.
Kersikov is controlling an arm, preventing Le Boulder from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Kersikov tries to control the position but Le Boulder now has his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Kersikov (6) vs (20) Le Boulder
Good control from Le Boulder.#T10#
I really don't envy Kersikov right now.
Le Boulder 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.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Le Boulder.#T11##T12#
Kersikov just trying to survive but Le Boulder is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Le Boulder keeps control of the position easily here as Kersikov tries to buck him off.
Kersikov is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Good control from Le Boulder.#T13#
Kersikov is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
What can Kersikov do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
#T14#
Kersikov tries to roll but Le Boulder sticks to his back.
#SUB2#
Le Boulder is looking for the choke from the back position but Kersikov is controlling his hands well.
Kersikov can't escape the position.
What can Kersikov do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Le Boulder controlling well, preventing Kersikov from escaping the position.
Le Boulder 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.
And that's the end of the fight!
Le Boulder wins on points by 20 to 6.
Bob Le Boulder seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
WPGC 8
Date: Feb 12, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 16 losses; Jackson Ramirez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Roman Kersikov!
The judges for this bout are Thiago Cunha, Felipe Paraventi and Luis Engracia.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Kersikov misses with a takedown attempt - Ramirez sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#TD#
Ramirez closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Kersikov did well to prevent Ramirez getting side control. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ramirez (2) vs (0) Kersikov
Ramirez wants to control but Kersikov is keeping him busy.
Kersikov manages to get to full guard.
Ramirez's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Ramirez trying to control the position from guard on top but Kersikov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov trying to control the position.
#T1#
Ramirez showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Ramirez is pushing down on Kersikov's leg trying to pass to half guard. Kersikov is fighting to maintain full guard but Ramirez has managed to sneak the leg through.
Ramirez looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Ramirez tries to pass the half guard into mount. Kersikov knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Ramirez is thwarting Kersikov's attempts to control the position.
Ramirez tries to pass to full mount but Kersikov defends it.
Ramirez has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.#T2#
Ramirez trying to advance position but Kersikov counters by regaining guard.
Kersikov being controlled here, momentarily.
Ramirez stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kersikov swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Kersikov escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Ramirez gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Ramirez controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T3#
Kersikov 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.
Ramirez is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Ramirez trying to control but Kersikov is working from the bottom. #T4#
Ramirez is pushing down on Kersikov's leg trying to pass to half guard. Kersikov is fighting to maintain full guard but Ramirez has managed to sneak the leg through.
Kersikov is refusing to be controlled, as Ramirez sits in half guard.
Kersikov has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Ramirez is working away from the top position though.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Kersikov is staying active underneath Ramirez, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Kersikov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Ramirez controlling the action here. #T5#
Kersikov wants to improve his position but Ramirez is controlling well.
Kersikov wants to control but Ramirez is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Kersikov is looking to improve his position.
Ramirez trying to pass the guard but Kersikov defending well.
Kersikov is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Ramirez's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Ramirez's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Ramirez (2) vs (4) Kersikov
Ramirez staying busy and making it hard for Kersikov to control.
Kersikov gets his hands free as Ramirez looks to control. #T6##SUB2#
Kersikov is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Ramirez tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell! #SUB2#
Kersikov jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Ramirez is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Ramirez and Kersikov has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Ramirez manages to get back to half guard.
Kersikov is looking to take a break and control but Ramirez is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Ramirez might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Ramirez gets full guard.
Kersikov postures up.
Ramirez manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Kersikov manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ramirez (4) vs (4) Kersikov
Ramirez sitting in guard here, content to control. #T7#
Ramirez passes into half guard.
Ramirez passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Ramirez (7) vs (4) Kersikov
A lull in the action here as Ramirez stalls from top position.
Ramirez is looking to take a break and control but Kersikov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T8#
Kersikov tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Ramirez has knee on belly and moves into mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Ramirez (9) vs (4) Kersikov
Kersikov is wriggling around here but as he tries to escape, Ramirez has taken his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Ramirez (12) vs (4) Kersikov#SUB#
Ramirez is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Kersikov has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here. #T9#
Kersikov prevents Ramirez from getting a body triangle.
Ramirez controls the action.
Kersikov has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Kersikov turns into Ramirez and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ramirez (12) vs (6) Kersikov
Ramirez wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Kersikov trying to control the position from guard on top but Ramirez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T10##SUB2#
Kersikov thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Kersikov must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Ramirez trying to control the position here.
Kersikov tries to free his leg and advance position but Ramirez is retaining full guard.
Ramirez is trying to control the position but Kersikov postures up.
Ramirez keeping moving, preventing Kersikov from controlling successfully.
Ramirez is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Kersikov wants to control from the top but Ramirez keeps moving. #T11#
Ramirez is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Kersikov won't allow Ramirez to sweep him here.
Ramirez pulls Kersikov in close to prevent any damage.
Ramirez wants to sweep here but Kersikov controlling him for the moment.
Ramirez controlling Kersikov's posture.
Ramirez is trying to keep Kersikov in close.
#T12#
Kersikov looking to sit in guard and control but Ramirez gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ramirez (14) vs (6) Kersikov
Ramirez trying to control but Kersikov is working from the bottom.
Kersikov controls Ramirez momentarily but Ramirez frees himself.
Kersikov wants to sweep here but Ramirez controlling him for the moment. #T13#
Ramirez passes into half guard.
Kersikov tries to roll over but Ramirez keeps him under control.
Kersikov is not content to let Ramirez control the position.
Ramirez is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Ramirez (17) vs (6) Kersikov
Kersikov is wriggling around here but as he tries to escape, Ramirez has taken his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Ramirez (20) vs (6) Kersikov#SUB#
Ramirez is working for the choke. I would put my money on him to finish from this position. He's rolled onto his back and has dragged Kersikov with him. Kersikov is trying to defend but Ramirez has an arm under the chin now! Kersikov grimaces and is forced to tap out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 14:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Jackson Ramirez!
An out of breath and clearly excited Jackson Ramirez thanked Threads of Fate for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him). |
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Event:
WPGC 6.5
Date: Jan 29, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Roman Kersikov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 29 wins and 18 losses; Bogdan Kersikov!
The judges for this bout are Matheus Silva, Luis Engracia and Daniel Cesar.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Roman Kersikov scores with a takedown into Bogdan Kersikov's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Roman Kersikov (2) vs (0) Bogdan Kersikov
Roman Kersikov wants to control from the top but Bogdan Kersikov keeps moving.
Bogdan Kersikov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Roman Kersikov is one step ahead there.
Roman Kersikov wants to pass the guard but Bogdan Kersikov is keeping the position.
Bogdan Kersikov wants to sweep here but Roman Kersikov controlling him for the moment.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Roman Kersikov drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Bogdan Kersikov dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Roman Kersikov (2) vs (2) Bogdan Kersikov
Roman Kersikov wants to improve his position but instead Bogdan Kersikov has moved into half guard.
#T1#
Bogdan Kersikov is figuring out what he wants to do next.
The fighters are battling for position here. Roman Kersikov manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Roman Kersikov can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Bogdan Kersikov controls the pace.
Bogdan Kersikov won't allow Roman Kersikov to sweep him here.
Bogdan Kersikov sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Roman Kersikov's guard.
Roman Kersikov is looking to get back to full guard here but Bogdan Kersikov has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Roman Kersikov (2) vs (5) Bogdan Kersikov#T2#
Roman Kersikov is trying to improve his position.
Bogdan Kersikov controls the position.
Roman Kersikov manages to get back to half guard.
Bogdan Kersikov perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Roman Kersikov is looking for a sweep. Bogdan Kersikov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T3#
Roman Kersikov has a hand on Bogdan Kersikov's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Bogdan Kersikov takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Roman Kersikov (2) vs (8) Bogdan Kersikov
Roman Kersikov is looking to improve his position but Bogdan Kersikov isn't that keen on the idea.
Bogdan Kersikov controlling the pace for now.
Roman Kersikov can't escape the position.
Bogdan Kersikov controlling from the full mount.
Roman Kersikov is trying desperately to improve position.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T4#
Roman Kersikov tries to control Bogdan Kersikov's body but Bogdan Kersikov pushes him off. Roman Kersikov squirms to his side and now Bogdan Kersikov has his back! Score +3 for taking back: Roman Kersikov (2) vs (11) Bogdan Kersikov
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Bogdan Kersikov controlling the position well here. Roman Kersikov rolled but Bogdan Kersikov kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Roman Kersikov just trying to survive but Bogdan Kersikov is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Bogdan Kersikov keeps control of the position as Roman Kersikov tries to break free.
#T5#
Bogdan Kersikov controls the action.#T6#
Roman Kersikov tries to escape but Bogdan Kersikov has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
What can Roman Kersikov do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Bogdan Kersikov keeps control of the position as Roman Kersikov tries to break free.
Bogdan Kersikov controls the action.
My spies in KFA inform me that Bogdan Kersikov has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#T7#
Bogdan Kersikov keeps control of the position as Roman Kersikov tries to break free.
Bogdan Kersikov is riding his opponent, not letting Roman Kersikov buck him off.
Roman Kersikov is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at KFA, so we'll see if he gets out of it.#T8#
Roman Kersikov wants to control his opponent's hands but Bogdan Kersikov gets his hands free. #SUB2#
Roman Kersikov has hold of Bogdan Kersikov's leg, trying to break free but it's let Bogdan Kersikov lock up a rear naked choke! This could be big trouble! Roman Kersikov is turning an unusual color here… he's out! Bogdan Kersikov throws him to one side and jumps onto the ropes to celebrate with his fans.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 8:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Bogdan Kersikov!
After winning the bout, Bogdan Kersikov 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:
WPGC 1
Date: Dec 25, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Youta Himura! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Roman Kersikov!
The judges for this bout are Yuuki Gou, Tatsuya Matsuyama and Ren Mimura.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Himura defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Kersikov.
Himura tries to close the distance and clinch but Kersikov swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Kersikov looks for a takedown but Himura sprawls well.#CL#
Himura rushes Kersikov and presses him up against the ropes.#TD#
Himura has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Kersikov uses from the top position.
Himura controlling Kersikov's posture.
Kersikov is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Kersikov wants to control from the top but Himura keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Himura wants to sweep but no luck.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T1#
Kersikov trying to control but Himura is working from the bottom.
Himura wants to sweep but no luck.
Kersikov wants to control from the top but Himura keeps moving.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Kersikov working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.#SUB#
Himura is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Kersikov drops back for a leg here. A bit of a high risk move... He's looking for a kneebar by the looks of things. Now both of them are looking for submissions. Kersikov seems to have locked his on tight now - Himura screams in pain and taps out furiously! It certainly was a high risk move but it's paid off for Kersikov, as he picks up the win!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Roman Kersikov! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 20, 2022 |
#R1#
Pinfish defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Kersikov.
Pinfish feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Kersikov looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Pinfish is fending him off so far but Kersikov persists. Nope, Pinfish circles away and we're back to standing.
Kersikov tries to score a power double leg takedown but Pinfish sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Kersikov somewhat.
Peter Pinfish has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Roman Kersikov.
Kersikov shoots for a takedown but Pinfish saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Kersikov avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Pinfish stuns Kersikov with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Kersikov takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Kersikov gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Kersikov shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Pinfish connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Crunch! Pinfish slams his shin into Kersikov's torso.
Kersikov looks winded!#KD#
Pinfish lands a big head kick that sends Kersikov tumbling to the mat! Pinfish takes a step backwards and waves Kersikov back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC#Kersikov is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Roman Kersikov has been cut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A big right followed by a crushing left from Pinfish knocks Kersikov out cold! Ouch - that one's going to be featured in highlight reels for years to come!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Peter Pinfish! |
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